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SEVEN DAYS DECE M B E R 29, 2004-JAN UARY 12, 2005

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BY PAULA ROUTLY

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Coming Attractions Area experts tell us what to expect in the new year

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<letters> RIGHT TO HEALTH The â&#x20AC;&#x153;right to lifeâ&#x20AC;? movement has been steadily building in our nation over the past 30 years, and this year it was a major factor in the election. All evidence points to the guaranteeing of the sanctity of human life for the next four years, as well as tightening restraints on abortion and stem-cell research.

What is neither guaranteed nor publicly mentioned, however, is the â&#x20AC;&#x153;right to health.â&#x20AC;?

What does the â&#x20AC;&#x153;right to lifeâ&#x20AC;? really mean without decent health care? Shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t we hold the â&#x20AC;&#x153;right to healthâ&#x20AC;? as an entitlement as valid as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;right to life?â&#x20AC;? Right now 80 million sacred souls are being deprived of this right through lack of adequate healthinsurance coverage. Does our responsibility to life end with the developing fetus, or should we, like all other industrialized nations, care for them from cradle to grave?

Presently, our free-market health-care system is in shambles, and current governmental proposals to fix it with individual medical savings plans, albeit grand-sounding, are not going to cut it. Many of our un- and underinsured are also underemployed and do not have the funds to subscribe to any type of savings plan. Furthermore, as businesses and corporations continue to drop their health plans as a cost-cutting tactic, more of the fully employed will also lose their health insurance.

A recent World Health Organization (2001) global ranking of health care placed the U.S.

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BABIES WITH THE BATHWATER I was appalled to read your article putting down the efforts of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Birthing Center Babesâ&#x20AC;? calendar [â&#x20AC;&#x153;State of the Arts,â&#x20AC;? December 1].

You totally missed the point. This is a fundraiser that is supporting the amazing efforts of a nurse, Nancy Clarke, who established the Zienzele Foundation and travels to Zimbabwe to help the women of two villages educate the many AIDS orphans there. This is a grassroots project and was never meant to have â&#x20AC;&#x153;an essentially

funny formula.â&#x20AC;? It is a collaborative effort by the nurses, midwives (who only appear on the front cover) and birthing center staff to honor this project, and despite your negative comments has been very well received.

Gifford Medical Center opened Vermontâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first in-hospital birthing center 27 years ago, and families in Vermont travel far and wide to seek the personalized care that is offered there. I would suggest that in the future you look a bit further into your subjects before you publish an article that has no depth and misrepresents an important project, particularly during the holiday season.

Your reference to the bubblebath photo was also totally misrepresented. For your information, this particular baby was indeed born in that tub with the assistance of the nurse who was holding him, and the parents and their community of friends and family are very proud of that particular representative photo. In the future I would suggest interviewing people who are actually involved with the projects that you are writing about so that you can ensure that some degree of accuracy is reflected in your journalism.

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All the countries ranked above us have a national, single-payer health-care system that effectively results in a lower infant mortality rate, higher patient levels of satisfaction, and greater life expectancy for its citizens. Special corporate and congressional interests in our present laissez-faire system may prevent the nation from adopting a single-payer health-care system any time soon. However, there is no reason why our concerned and informed governor could not immediately advocate such an inclusive health-care system for the state of Vermont.

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TO OUR READERS:

Thank you for sharing your rants and raves with us throughout the year.

Seven Days now takes a short winter break. We’ll be back with more of your letters on January 12, 2005. taken to the woodshed. Being the son of a U.S. major who served in the Allied Military Government in Italy and the grandson of a leader of the Resistance in the Marches, I have read a fair amount of WWII military history. I had never heard of the Sturmstaffel and assumed Peter had conflated the Sturmabteilung and the Schutzsfaffel.

So I did a Google search.

Talk about an obscure reference! The Sturmstaffel, which as far as I can determine consisted only of Sturmstaffel 1, was an experimental Luftwaffe group that

existed for only six months beginning in October 1943. They were a group of 36 pilots, 30 of whom died in action, who flew heavily armored FockeWolf 190s. They were tasked to break up the increasingly devastating formations of the 8th Air Force that were terror-bombing German cities. Their heavy armor allowed them to penetrate the bomber formations and wreak havoc. They became known as the “Ramming Fighters” because each pilot took an oath to bring down one bomber per sortie even if ramming the enemy was the last

resort. A few did die this way, probably more from the close-in tactics than deliberately. The group was initiated mainly to test new tactics and when they proved their worth it was disbanded and the survivors assigned to other units.

Peter makes the Sturmstaffel sound a lot more like the Stuka dive-bombers of the blitzkrieg period. The Sturmstaffel pilots, like the kamikaze of the Japanese air force, were not all fanatic fascists but basically young men trying to save the civilians of their nations

from obliteration. The German writer W.G. Sebald in his book On the Natural History of Destruction notes that the terror-bombing of the German cities resulted in 600,000 civilian deaths.

So, my apologies, Peter, you got me. But you never did address the main point of my letter, and your public spitting on the Progressives is not going to make you any friends among our many gay supporters.

Ken Eardley UNDERHILL

Eardley is chair of Underhill’s Progressive Town Committee.

PREMIUM OUTRAGE Have your wages increased by 19 percent per year for the last five years? If so, congratulations. But for the majority of Vermonters, our income has remained somewhat stagnant for quite some time, yet that is exactly the yearly increases that have been approved by our state Health Care Administration for our one major health-care insurance provider in Vermont, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and they are about to do it yet again… Happy Holidays!

Rates for the various programs that BC/BS provide will increase by approximately 19 percent on January 1, 2005. If you have coverage by BC/BS, take some time to determine how these rate increases have affected your life the past few years. I personally see 27 percent of my gross income disappear for two-person coverage... with increased out-of-pocket expenses as

well. Small businesses struggle to provide any coverage for their employees at all. You may be spending even more.

When confronting BC/BS with this issue, one might hear a response such as, we Vermonters still pay less for insurance than customers in some “other” states...

Overall, we earn less than workers in many neighboring states, and I would speculate that we utilize our insurance less often as well. So perhaps Vermonters’ rates should be set accordingly.

Cumulatively, skyrocketing gas and oil prices, out-of-control school budgets and escalating health-insurance rates are squeezing the breath out of us. Perhaps insurance rates are something that we the public can affect. I’m very upset (as you should be) about this never-ending issue, and I see no real action in state government to correct it. (In fact, it is state government that helped get us to these rates.)

So... quit complaining to your spouse or co-workers or the dog.

Instead, put something on paper, something brief such as, hold insurance rates stable now. Tell them to keep their costs down.

Send your notes to your state representatives or write directly to: State of Vermont Health Care Administration, 89 Main St., Montpelier, VT 05602, or call 828-2900/800-631-7788, or email publicinfo@bishca.state.vt.us. Do it soon!

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emember when Howard Dean was the frontrunner for the Democratic presidential nomination?

When State Auditor Elizabeth Ready looked like an entrenched state government official?

When The Burlington Free Press had an outspoken conservative from Kansas writing editorials?

And Vice-President Dick Cheney finally told Vermont U.S. Sen. Patrick Leahy what he really thought of him?

Ah, memories…

You just won’t believe some of the stuff that happened around here in 2004.

dates’ debate in Iowa. As soon as it was over, TV pundits like Chris Matthews of “Hardball” deemed the most newsworthy occurrence to be the “attack” on Ho-Ho by Al Sharpton on the issue of race.

Sharpton demanded to know how many blacks Dean hired to serve in his cabinet.

The fact is that in lily-white Vermont, Gov. Dean had the exact same difficulty that the private sector, including the Vermont media, had in attracting AfricanAmericans to the frosty Green Mountains…

Then the votes were cast in the Iowa Primary.

“It was a sad night,” said former guber-

The thumbnail description the national media has given Ho-Ho as an “angry, left-wing liberal” is completely out of whack with his 20-year public record in Vermont.

JANUARY The year began with former Democratic Gov. Howard Dean in the center of the national spotlight. You couldn’t watch the network news without seeing him.

Dr. Dean was the frontrunner and the primaries were about to start.

But it was just a little weird.

That’s because the Ho-Ho we read about in the national press bore little resemblance to the Ho-Ho we wrote about for a decade.

Reading national press coverage of former Gov. Howard Dean’s presidential quest gives one the creepy feeling of having just crossed over into the “Twilight Zone.”

The thumbnail description the national media has given Ho-Ho as an “angry, leftwing liberal” is completely out of whack with his 20-year public record in Vermont.

It’s like calling Independent Congressman Bernie Sanders a shy, wishy-washy middle-of-the-roader. Doesn’t reality count anymore in news reporting?

Apparently not.

Take the coverage of Sunday’s candi-

natorial press secretary Sue Allen as she described her boss’ third-place finish in Monday’s Iowa caucuses. As everyone knows by now, Sen. John Kerry won. Sen. John Edwards finished second. Howard Dean was a distant, disappointing third.

“I’m surprised they went to John Kerry,” said Sweet Sue. Many people familiar with Iowa, however, are not. In fact, the hot bumper sticker in Iowa last week, said Des Moines Register reporter Tom Beaumont, was one that read, “Dated Dean, Married Kerry.” …And what explains the fact that 75 percent of the Iowa folks who attended Monday night’s Democratic caucuses identified themselves as “antiwar,” and then went ahead and voted for two candidates — Kerry and Edwards — who supported the war?

Beaumont of the Register told Seven Days that “Iowa people who liked Dean early were loyal, but many others saw him as a loose cannon, too edgy, even though they did not disagree with what he said.”

And then there was the famous scream into the mike at the airport hangar rally.

The scream heard ’round the world.

It was as if the national corporate media decided to put a fork in him and, Lord knows, they twisted it again and again for days and weeks.

Life’s not fair.

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SPRING 2005

Power plays Whether they were fighting about old nukes or new power lines, Vermonters got charged up by energy issues in 2004.

Some of the battles, such as proposed wind turbines on scenic ridge tops in the Northeast Kingdom, pitted form against function. Others, such as a proposed 20 percent power increase at Vermont Yankee, and worries about electromagnetic fields from high-voltage wires, focused on health and safety.

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No room — or view Making green in the Green Mountain State was hard enough in 2004, but the Bush administration riddled more holes than ever in the social safety nets.

• Median price of a home in Vermont in 1996: $97,500 • Median price of a home in Vermont in 2003: $150,0001 • Vermont’s per capita income, as of September: $30,5342 • Increase since 1990 in the number of Vermonters who commute more than one hour to work each day: 92%3 • Households that received federal Section 8 housing vouchers in 2004 from the Burlington Housing Authority: 1700 • Number of Vermont Section 8 recipients who are elderly or disabled: 6 in 10 • Dollars the Section 8 program contributed to the local economy in 2004: 13 million • Dollars that will be lost by Burlington-area landlords, renters and homeowners due to Section 8 budget cuts announced last spring: 1.6 million4 • Number of Vermonters the Committee on Temporary Shelter estimates will go without housing in 2005 due to Section 8 budget cuts: 740 • Percentage increase since 2003 in pantry visits to the Chittenden Emergency Food Shelf: 19 • Percentage of food-shelf clients who are renters: 79 • Percentage who are homeless: 15 • Percentage who are children: 35 • Number of Vermont’s manufacturing jobs lost between 2003 and 2004: 1600

• Fine leveled by Vermont Public Service Board on Entergy Nuclear–Vermont Yankee in November for beginning construction on a building without the proper permits: $85,0005 • Truckloads of soil that were removed from the nuclear reactor site but later had to be returned due to public outcry over possible radioactive contamination: 306 • Number of concrete bunkers at Vermont Yankee that now contain high-level nuclear waste: 16 • Minimum number of years that waste will remain deadly: 10,000 • Cost of upgrading transmission lines between Stowe and Roxbury, as estimated

by VELCO last spring: $13.4 million • Estimated upgrade cost VELCO announced in December, due to project revisions requested by nearby towns: $20.3 million • New cost that VELCO says Vermont ratepayers will pay: $18.3 million7 • Estimated cost of Northwest Reliability Project, VELCO’s transmission-line upgrade between Rutland and Burlington: $128 million • Amount the town of New Haven appropriated for legal fees in 2004 to oppose the power-line upgrade: $35,000 • Amount that Vergennes, Charlotte, Shelburne and Ferrisburgh have spent fighting it: $313,0008 • Percentage of Vermont’s electricity generated by wind in 2004: Less than 1 • Percentage of Vermont’s electricity that Renewable Energy Vermont estimates could be generated by wind power: 20 • Percentage of Vermonters polled in March who said they want more renewable energy options: 83 • Percentage of Vermonters who said they want more nuclear energy: 1.59

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Killer drugs This year, Vermonters were buzzing about drugs, both legal and otherwise.

The debates over what we put into our bodies featured equal doses of paranoia and sober statistics.

• Percentage of Burlington voters who supported a medical marijuana ballot measure in March: 8312 • Number of Vermonters Public Safety Commissioner Kerry Sleeper estimates would take advantage of a medical marijuana law: 6100 • Street value of “high-grade” marijuana Sleeper estimates Vermont patients would grow under the new law: 53,000 pounds, worth $212 million • Number of Vermonters who have signed up with the Marijuana Registry since the new law took effect in July: 1 • Price paid by the federal government for a 30-day supply of the prescription drug Synthroid, for hypothyroidism: $9.20 • Average price paid by an uninsured Vermonter for the same drug: $24.1313 • Average amount more paid for prescription drugs by uninsured Vermonters than by the federal government: 82% • Number of Vermonters without health insurance: 62,00014 • Estimated amount Vermont saved in 2004 by pooling its prescription drug purchases: $1 million15 • Number of flu shots the U.S. has imported from Germany: More than 4 million16 • Number of U.S. states and cities, including Burlington, that import prescription drugs from Canada: at least 16 • Number of Americans identified by the FDA as having been harmed by tainted drugs from Canada: 017 • Number of laboratories in Vermont that can test for so-called “date-rape” drugs: 0 • Number of weeks it takes to receive test results from out-of-state labs: 3 to 6 • Number of hours it takes for most date-rape drugs to become non-detectable within the body: 12 to 24

The best democracy money can buy Political contests dominated the headlines in 2004, but here are some figures10 that may have escaped notice, like so many Democratic ballots in Ohio.

• Number of states that approved constitutional amendments banning gay marriage: 11 • Percentage of Vermonters who told AP exit pollers that they support gay marriage or civil unions: 77 • Votes by which Progressive Winston Dowland defeated Derby Republican Nancy Sheltra: 9

• Total federal campaign contributions by Vermonters in 2004: $3,586,45911 • Percentage of those campaign contributions that went to Democrats: 75.7 • Size of Peter Clavelle’s gubernatorial campaign debt, according to final 2004 campaign finance filings: $30,697 • Amount Sen. Patrick Leahy raised from people who identified themselves as “actors” or “actresses” on their Federal Election Committee filings: $9500 • Amount Jack McMullen, his Republican opponent, raised from actors: $0 • Combined amount WCAX-TV owner Stuart Martin contributed to the state and national Republican parties: $10,000 • Dollars donated to Democratic senate and presidential candidates in 2004 by employees of UVM, Middlebury College, St. Michael’s College and Champlain College: 20,400 • Dollars employees of those schools donated to Republican candidates: 800 • Amount raised by Rep. Bernie Sanders from out-of-state sources: $60,815 • Amount raised by Republican challenger Gregory Parke from out-of-state sources: $62,390 • Votes cast for U.S. Senate candidate Craig Hill of the Vermont Green Party: 3999 • Votes cast for U.S. Senate candidate Cris Ericson of the Vermont Marijuana Party: 6486

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When will they ever learn? Apparently, not this year.

Maligned growth Like it or not, Vermont is on the grow.

Here’s a peek at what sprouted in 2004.

• Annual amount a UVM economist estimates Vermonters would save if Wal-Mart opened three new stores in the state: $36 million23 • Square footage of Vermont’s largest WalMart: 75,000 • Square footage of Wal-Mart proposed for St. Albans: 147,000 • Amount in tax-supported food stamps, health insurance and housing subsidies the typical Wal-Mart Supercenter costs taxpayers per year: $420,75024 • Number of new jobs the Muller-Humstone report projects Wal-Mart would create in St. Albans over 10 years if the store is built: 300 • Number of jobs the Muller-Humstone report projects would be lost in St. Albans over 10 years if the store is built: 500 • Number of yellow, helium-filled balloons released in the Vermont Statehouse in May to represent genetically modified pollen spores: 10025 • Amount spent by the industry group Council for Biotechnology Information to take Vermont lawmakers on a two-day tour of Monsanto’s Connecticut facility last winter: $3500 • Percentage of crops now planted in Vermont that are genetically modified: 44 • Number of “organic” crops tested in Vermont that revealed trace amounts of genetically engineered material: 1 in 1226

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• Estimated number of students who swarmed UVM’s Redstone campus after the Red Sox beat the Yankees in October: more than 100018 • Estimated cost of damage caused by revelers: $40,000 to $60,000 • Number of students cited by police in connection with the fracas: 1319 • Number of UVM students arrested for disorderly conduct during an April 20 pro-marijuana rally on campus: 2 • Amount UVM later paid the students to settle a lawsuit contending that their freespeech rights had been violated: $15,000 • Number of UVM vice presidents in 2001: 3 • Number of UVM vice presidents in 2004: 1920 • Average salary increase for UVM’s faculty and staff since 2001: 11% • Average salary increase for UVM’s top 29 executives since 2001: 36%21 • Amount allocated by the state to plan a Regional Technical Academy to serve students in Chittenden, Franklin and Grand Isle counties: $1 million • Estimated cost of building the technical school: $58-72 million • State funding that would have been lost per day by BFA-Fairfax High School for each student who attended the RTA: $4166 • Percent of voters in November who rejected the plan: 5622

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SOURCES: 1Vermont Housing Finance Agency. 2Vermont Department of Employment and Training, Labor Market information. 3U.S. Census Bureau, Summary File 3, Table P31. 4Burlington City Council resolution passed unanimously November 8, 2004. 5New England Coalition press release November 24, 2004. 6Rutland Herald, November 25, 2004. 7Montpelier Times–Argus, December 7, 2004. 8Addison Independent, December 2, 2004. 9Statewide survey of 400 Vermonters conducted by ORC Macro in March 2004. 10Unless otherwise noted, all campaign contribution data compiled from the Center for Responsive Politics, based on Federal Election Commission reports available at www.opensecrets.org. 11www.opensecrets.org. 12Vermont Secretary of State’s office. 13“Paying the Price: The High Cost of Prescription Drugs for Uninsured Americans,” VPIRG, October 2004.. 14Vermont Worker’s Center.

15 “Paying the Price: The High Cost of Prescription Drugs for Uninsured Americans,” VPIRG, October 2004. 16Cleveland Plain Dealer, December 8, 2004. 17Congressman Bernie Sanders’ website. 18Burlington Free Press October 26, 2004. 19Montpelier Times-Argus, October 27, 2004. 20Nancy Welch, United Academics. 21Nancy Welch, United Academics. 22Vermont Secretary of State’s office. 23Bill McKibben in July 24 speech in South Strafford, VT, as published in the Winter 2004 environmental report of the Vermont Natural Resources Council. 24Congressman George Miller (D–Calif.). 25Rural Vermont. 26Rural Vermont. 27Associated Press, December 15, 2004. 28www.dhs.gov/interweb/assetlibrary/states.htm.

29 www.nationalpriorities.org. 30U.S. Department of Defense. 31www.cnn.com/ELECTION/2004/ primaries/pages/scorecard/. 32www.democracyforamerica.org.

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Breakthroughs in Civilization One way to slow down traffic, British researchers suggested, is to change roads to make them appear more dangerous.

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Athens, Mark Fosbrook, 28, was informed that he is not disabled enough to take part in the Paralympics.

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would work by making drivers fear running off the road or risking a head-on collision. Trees could also be planted on the edges of roads to break up sightlines, according to head researcher Janet Kennedy, who explained, “Perceptual techniques which make the environment seem more complex or less safe have the potential for success.”

Hogan’s Heroes When a security sensor system at a low-security section of Australia’s Port Augusta prison malfunctioned, corrections officials decided to turn it off rather than spend $75,000 to replace it. Almost immediately, prisoners began scaling the perimeter fence to visit friends and buy drugs, then returning to the prison undetected. Officials assigned one guard to cover the low-security section but noted that he is often called

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Hitting Below the Belt When the 156-year-old statue of Copper John, a soldier in the Continental Army that sits atop New York’s Auburn Correctional Facility, was removed for renovation, workers were told to reduce the size of Copper John’s crotch.

Neither the prison’s superintendent nor the state Department of Correctional Services would discuss the reason for the order.

Permission to Inhale, Sir! The Israeli Medical Corps has begun treating soldiers suffering from combat stress with marijuana to relieve their symptoms, according to the Maariv newspaper. A scientist helping to conduct tests on volunteers suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder after duty in the Palestinian territories told the paper that the program resulted from a research team’s discovery that cannabis helped mice that had suffered physical stress and even reduced the risk of stroke.

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Casting the First Stone Yuolanda Taylor, 32, admitted selling stones to rioters, who threw them at police during two nights of violence in Benton Harbor, Michigan. She sold small rocks for $1 each and bigger ones for $5, collecting about $70 before she quit after being hit with one of her own rocks. She said that she used the proceeds to pay her cable TV bill.

Anger Management Candidate Jason Perala, 22, was sentenced to 60 days in jail after he went to a Verizon Wireless store in Fargo, North Dakota, to complain about bad phone service. He told the court that he intended only to scream at the store workers, but he wound up stripping to the waist, putting on safety goggles and going on a rampage that the company said cost it more than $20,000 in broken equipment and lost sales. “I gotta change my ways a little bit,” Perala admitted after his sentencing.

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In August, Lost Nation Theater in Montpelier announced it wouldn’t be able to finish its season without an immediate infusion of cash. The community advanced its end-of-year donations by four months, delivering $20,000 in three weeks. In Burlington, Vermont Stage scared up $50,000 with an October SOS,

nization’s future financial viability. Her mantra: “We have to make a success of First Night and the Celebration Series.”

Even though it’s been a good year for the Lane Series, La Traviata failed to sell out. There were 350 empty seats at the opera on the Wednesday night after the presidential election, less than a week after the World Series wound up. Lane Series Manager Natalie Neuert blames “weird collective late-night burn out” for the disappointing turnout.

There are plenty of other theories to explain the negative trend, which is playing out even more dramatically in other

People are in general reevaluating what they are doing, and turning inward. Going to the theater is a much more outward, socially directed impulse.

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KIM BENT, LOST NATION THEATER but the company’s recent run of The Drawer Boy was “hugely disappointing,” according to Artistic Director Mark Nash.

One of the rainiest summers in recorded history didn’t help the Vermont Mozart Festival. At last week’s Christmas concert, the board president made a special fundraising appeal from the stage. A follow-up letter stuffed in the playbill described 2004 as “a real challenge.”

Things are much more dire at Montpelier’s Onion River Arts Council — the capital city’s oldest performing arts presenter has been struggling for years.

Director Nedene Martin gave the same answer to every question about the orga-

parts of the country. “I’ve heard from colleagues… that sales are down as much as 15 to 20 percent,” says Flynn Center Marketing Director Tom Ayres. Although the Burlington theater isn’t seeing that decline overall, some numbers are worrisome. The box office sold 300 fewer tickets to a December performance of Momix than it did for the modern dance troupe’s performance two years ago. With the Flynn’s capacity of 1453, that’s a 20 percent drop.

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tium meeting, and we were all crying the blues about what’s been going on.”

Crying and speculating.

There was a time when cultural presenters worried primarily about competition from movies, sporting events and television.

Now they’re up against war, deep political divisions and an iffy economy. Reading the “national mood” is lot more complicated than predicting the weather, which will always be the biggest challenge for summer-show presenters. Consultants are using terms like “pervasive anxiety” and “culture of caution” to describe what today’s arts marketers are up against.

“The phrase I’m using is the accumulation of bad news in the world,” says Kim Bent of Lost Nation. “My personal theory is that it’s been such a divisive election year, a lot of personal resources were directed to that effort. People are in general reevaluating what they are doing, and turning inward. Going to the theater is a much more outward, socially directed impulse.”

As goes America, so goes New England — years later. Economic forecasting is tough in Vermont.

“It takes longer for things to reach us up here,” the Flynn’s Programming Manager Aimée Petrin says of the soft-sales trend. “A lot of people probably didn’t think it was going to hit us.”

Nash sure didn’t see it coming. After all, his pre-season subscriptions were up by 20 percent. He blames Vermont Stage’s financial crisis on “heightened expectations” based on last year’s numbers. “When you budget based on those expectations, and you have only an average season, it ends up catching up with you,” he

reports. Plus, after the company’s executive director left in October, “we weren’t the finely tuned marketing machine we should have been.”

But Nash says the hardest part of his job is picking the plays, not selling them. Although the box-office rule is that known quantities outperform unknown ones, Nash has had some puzzling experiences. Just because people are familiar with a play such as The Miracle Worker or To Kill a Mockingbird doesn’t mean they’ll come and see it.

Sometimes, “Everybody’s heard of it and doesn’t want to see it again,” Nash offers.

On the flip side, Vermont Stage had unexpected success last year with an obscure play, Underneath the Lintel. “Nobody’s heard of it, and it did great,” Nash observes. That magic failed to work for The Drawer Boy, though, perhaps because it ran for two weeks in early December. “Last year we did A Child’s Christmas in Wales, and people said we hope you don’t do another holiday show. This year we heard, unless it’s a holiday show, we don’t have time.”

Burlington’s cultural consumers are unpredictable, and picky, because they can be. “The good part is that for its size, it’s an incredibly erudite community that’s got the taste and money to want and support a pretty high level of culture,” Nash says.

“The bad side is there is so much culture to be had; the level of competition is huge. There are a lot of places to spend the arts dollar.”

Thirty-three local drama companies are currently operating in the Queen City region, including academic-based theater programs at the University of Vermont, St. Michael’s College

and Champlain College, according to a list compiled by Veronica Lopez of Catalyst Theater. She recently invited every one of them to a meeting that launched the newly formed Burlington Theatre Alliance.

There was lively discussion about audience building as well as the usual pet peeves: insufficient rehearsal space, inconsistent media attention and a lack of parking downtown when the Flynn has a show.

Petrin — who has a unique perspective as a Flynn employee and also a producer of offbeat plays by Burlington playwright Steve Goldberg — shared a little tough love with the 40-odd attendees. “They kept looking at organizations like Vermont Stage and Lyric and saying, ‘They get this and they get that.’ I told them, ‘You need to be around for a while. You need to establish systems for fundraising. And you have to realize it’s not all a rosy road.’”

Quality counts, too. “It’s the responsibility of all of us theater artists to make sure that our audience is getting great value for the dollars they’re spending.

If not, it ends up hurting all of us,” says Nash, who runs the only professional theater company in Burlington. “You can’t assume because you’re making theater that you have a right to exist. It’s gotta be theater people want to see. If they’re not coming, don’t blame the audience.”

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DOREEN KRAFT, BURLINGTON CITY ARTS greater scrutiny to nonprofit arts organizations to ensure their missions are not duplicative.

Kraft cites a recent Burlington Free Press op-ed piece by Bill Schubart, chair of the Fletcher Allen board, that warned Vermont may have too many nonprofits. In it he points out, “There are 650,000 people in Vermont and 2800 organizations competing for their generosity.”

At a recent Vermont Community Foundation meeting, Kraft recalls, “They had a list of all the art education programs and we had to explain how we are different from each other,” she says. “They wanted to know, what does Frog Hollow do that’s different from City Arts? The Shelburne Craft School? People want to know, ‘Which one should I give to?’ I think the nonprofit world has to respond because donors are asking questions.”

It’s no wonder that with so much competition for audiences and donations, individual arts groups feel compelled to pump up the volume. Especially in a small city like Montpelier, the arts alarm brings out the community. “People can’t conceive of the place without the Savoy, without Lost Nation, without Bear Pond — and, hopefully, without Onion River,” says Rick Winston at the Savoy Theater.

But in a bigger burg like Burlington, crying for help is a trickier proposition. “Rule of thumb is, you can do it once every 10 years,” says Nash. He was lucky that a group of philanthropic fans from Charlotte responded to his “big desperation appeal” letter. Instead of just giving money, they launched an outreach effort that brought new supporters to a benefit performance and silent auction.

The theater company also opened its books to “anyone who wanted to see them.” Flynn Center Executive Director Andrea Rogers weighed in, and “helped us analyze our needs and put them out to the public,” Nash says. His new development

director starts next week.

Large arts organizations like the Flynn and the well-endowed Hopkins Center at Dartmouth College are not taking such dramatic steps. Programming levels are not likely to change any time soon. Ayres advises, “I think we need to be cautious about pushing the panic button too fast, until we see if it’s a one-year anomaly or continues to play itself out in the future.”

That’s not to say he’s ignoring the trend. Ayres has already changed his marketing strategy to address the fact that people are buying tickets closer to show time. This is particularly true in the downstairs FlynnSpace, which is viewed more as a club than a theater. The Flynn used to sell 40 percent of its tickets in the “pre-season period,” before its first performance. “Now it’s 37 or 38 percent,” Ayres reports.

“The sky isn’t falling, but it’s definitely a dip.”

Over at UVM’s Lane Series, the area’s preeminent classical music presenter, “I’m looking at what nights people want to go to things,” says Artistic Director Jane Ambrose. Fridays tend to outsell Wednesdays, especially with the senior set. More young people are coming out, too.

Student attendance has increased by 25 percent, according to Ambrose, in part because participants in the new Honors College program are required to attend five concerts per semester.

Crossover acts — jazz, folk and world music — are bringing them in, too, and Ambrose is programming accordingly.

Neuert recalls, “At the Rufus Reid jazz, I had 50 kids walk up to that show. For a 300-seat hall, that’s amazing. At intermission, I was in the audience, asking, ‘Why did you come to this show?’” She saw it as an opportunity for market research.

“They had no real answer except, ‘Jazz is cool. This is awesome. My friend told me about it.’”

At the Hopkins Center, it’s a different story. Neither radio personality Ira Glass nor the Def Poetry Jam — nor the Big Apple Circus, for that matter — drew the expected crowds. Marketing Director Rolf Olsen is using email as a marketing tool to reach young, computer-savvy customers. But he’s rethinking his whole sales strategy. “We arts marketers need to think about how we communicate about our events. Not just ‘Here’s the event and a pretty picture,’ but ‘What’s the potential impact of this? Who else will be there that you can engage with? How will you be different as a result of this performance?’”

Good, relevant programming will surely lure them back. But, as Nash discovered with his holiday Catch-22, audiences are definitely acting wacky these days.

Bent recalls announcing in 2003 that Lost Nation was going to do Mother Courage the following year. “Everybody thought it was a great idea.” Until the following May, when the show opened.

“People told us they didn’t come

because they were tired of hearing about the war. It was almost too relevant.”

Conversely, a series of Islamic-inspired events recently sold out at the Hopkins Center.

One of them, the Whirling Dervishes of Damascus, also had SRO crowds in Burlington.

Ayres suggests, “I think people were there to demonstrate an effort on the part of our community to reach across the tremendous gulf between us and the Arab world that exists right now.”

Difficult as it is, many companies are trying to tap into the zeitgeist. Next year, Catalyst is staging a two-person show about a 9/11 firefighter. Lost Nation has scheduled a couple of plays that will surely draw new audiences from the surrounding community: an adaptation of Men in Hard Places, about the Barre granite workers, and a baseball drama timed to coincide with the June return of the Mountaineers. Vermont Stage is coming out with Vanya Vermont, a modern adaptation of Chehkov’s play set in the Green Mountains.

The line between pandering and predicting is a shaky one, though. Nash turns up his nose at the concept of a stage version of It’s a Wonderful Life — “It would probably fill the seats, but it’s not a good play,” he says.

But he also passed recently on producing a work by Burlington playwright Steve Goldberg because it was too dark and edgy. “I’m not saying it has to be feel-good, but not so cynical,” Nash says. He made note of UVM’s recent, highly successful production of Neil Simon’s Rumors. “People were falling down in the aisles, it was so funny.”

Antigone didn’t do badly for UVM, either, and that grim Greek classic is not exactly a laugh riot. Nash guest-directed it, and expects to be involved in more such collaborations. For example, Vermont Stage is thinking about “partnering” with a theater company across the lake. “If they produce a show, then we can import it over here.

I’d be involved in the casting,” Nash says. At the Firehouse, where community art-class enrollment has been below expectations, both the Community College of Vermont and UVM are renting space.

Despite the siege mentality, the arts community is soldiering on amidst confusing research. Olsen reports: “Seventy-five percent of people report they are sticking to a budget, but 70 percent allow themselves expensive treats.”

Advice to presenters: price yourself to be a part of the budget or persuade concert-goers you’re worth the splurge. Opera? Ambrose recalls an encounter with one audience member at La Traviata who bought a ticket at the last minute. It was the night after the election. “She said she’d been crying all day, and decided she needed something to make her happy.”

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Dear Cecil, My girlfriend told me that on a recent walking tour of Boston the guide told her about the Boston molasses disaster of 1919. Seemingly a huge tank of molasses crumbled under the tremendous weight, sending a “tidal wave of molasses traveling 35 mph” down the street, where it proceeded to kill tens of people and many horses. A little research on the Internet uncovered that such an event seems to have occurred, but even the most skeptical of websites still relates that the molasses moved at 35 mph. In January, no less. My question is: In 1919, how could they have possibly measured that speed? Is it simply another exaggeration in this already hyperbolized story? Is any of it to be believed?

James, New York Oh, the great molasses flood definitely happened.

Twenty-one people died, 150 were injured, and nearby buildings were reduced to kindling. Molasses traveling at 35 mph in January is impossible, you say? If photos of the aftermath and eyewitness testimony don’t change your mind, you can do like me and check with a professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. After reviewing four pages of calculations, I’d say it’s clear that when a 50-foot-tall tank of any liquid gives way, the contents are going to do more than just ooze.

Comical though it seems now, the blackstrap tsunami was no laughing matter at the time. As the story is told in Dark Tide: The Great Boston Molasses Flood of 1919

by Stephen Puleo (2003), the sticky liquid was stored in a massive dockside tank in Boston’s crowded North End. Ninety feet in diameter with a capacity of 2.3 million gallons, the tank had been hastily constructed in 1915 by a subsidiary of the United States Industrial Alcohol Company. The firm shipped molasses, a by-product of sugar refining, from Caribbean ports to plants in the U.S., where it was distilled into alcohol, used back then in the manufacture of gunpowder and other munitions.

Demand had increased sharply with the outbreak of war in Europe, and USIA hoped to cash in.

Construction of the tank had been overseen, or more accurately, gazed stupidly at, by Arthur Jell, a bean counter with no technical background who was unable even to read blueprints. Anxious to complete the tank in time for the arrival of the first molasses shipment, Jell forwent the elementary precaution of filling it first with water to test for leaks. Once molasses was pumped in, the tank leaked so copiously at the seams that neighbor-

hood kids collected the drippings in cans. When an alarmed employee complained, Jell’s response was to have the tank painted brown so the leaks wouldn’t be so noticeable.

With the war ending and demand for industrial alcohol plummeting, USIA decided to distill molasses into grain alcohol for liquor before Prohibition killed the market for good. On January 12 and 13, 1919, a tanker filled the huge vessel almost to the brim. Two days later, at about half past noon, the tank gave way with a roar, sending a wave of molasses variously estimated at 8 to 15 feet high in all directions. Many nearby were drowned or crushed when buildings fell on them. A massive hunk of the steel tank was flung into an elevated rail line, collapsing the tracks only seconds after a train had passed.

Rescuers were hampered by the knee-high tide of congealing goo; the last victim, a deliveryman, wasn’t found for 11 days — he and his truck had been swept into the harbor. For decades afterward it was claimed that central Boston smelled like molasses.

How fast did the initial surge of molasses travel?

Experts and eyewitnesses agreed on 35 mph, but we needn’t take their word for it. I consulted with Gareth McKinley, professor of mechanical engineering at MIT, and established that the theoretical maximum rate of flow for a (roughly) 50-foot column of liquid, ignoring density and viscosity, was 38 mph. Surprisingly, molasses’ stiffness would have slowed things only a bit — making certain assumptions about Reynolds number and whatnot that I expect some gratitude for not sharing, the flow rate would have been mostly a function of inertia (i.e., mass) rather than viscosity. Bottom line: 35 mph was a pretty good guess.

An inquiry found the disaster was due to inadequate construction; USIA paid out more than $600,000 in damages — at least $6.6 million in today’s money. The timing gives one pause, though. In September 1918, a few months before the flood, the Red Sox won the World Series, an event that, in light of its subsequent rarity, surely constituted a major disturbance in the force. Now the Red Sox have given fate the finger once more. Come January, Boston fans noticing a distant rumble and a funny smell will have to wonder: Is that just the subway, or is it payback time again?

CECIL ADAMS

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“I do understand why people see allegory and satire in the book,” says Bakis. “Yet there’s something about those categories that I’m fundamentally opposed to. When you write allegory, you seem to be writing one story, but you really are writing about something else. That’s not what I set out to do.

The book is full of resonances. But I really approached it with a genuine love for those characters and that story that I told. It wasn’t a mask for telling another story.”

Bakis also isn’t entirely happy with classifications of the book as science fiction or fantasy. “I think [literary fiction and genres] can overlap,” she says, “but I didn’t set out specifically to write science fiction. The science [in Monster Dogs] is handled like the science in Frankenstein or H.G. Wells” — that is, it’s not explained — “and by modern science-fiction standards, you would never do that.”

Still, she says, “it’s so freeing when you don’t have to stick to reality.”

The fantastical set-up of Monster Dogs also gave Bakis a new angle on an old literary theme: remembrance of things past. Although the monster dogs are recent creations, their human masters raised them in a figurative time warp, a remote settlement that recreated Prussia in 1882. To gain their independence, the dogs had to destroy this world. But now, like many a human revolutionary, they wonder what they’ve lost in the process. Ludwig, the dog historian, sifts through old documents “for the history of my race, hoping to organize the information before it disintegrates into a chaos of dust.”

“I don’t know why,” Bakis says, “but the idea that time passes is something that I find really sad and just fascinating. I want to understand what that means, that something was and isn’t anymore. Or, in what sense does something still exist when it’s remembered?”

Bakis’ own life changed when Lives of the Monster Dogs was published. “I think in some ways I still haven’t totally adjusted,” she says, “because [the novel’s success] was really a big surprise. It throws you off balance, because one day you’re one kind of person — I was a secretary when the book came out — and the next day you’re another, in the world’s eyes.

But in your own you’re still the same.”

Another change was the move to southern Vermont from New York City, where Bakis lived for 15 years and attended NYU. Though she loves New York and “wouldn’t give up my years there for millions of dollars,” Bakis, now 37, is happy to live at a more rural pace. “When you’re young, it’s not so hard to be living in a tiny apartment and worrying about the rent,” she explains.

“But when you’re older, it’s nice to have a separate room in your house for your writing, go to the grocery store in your car, have a yard to let your dogs out for their first pee.

Life is easier.”

Bakis and her husband, who are expecting a baby in April, will use the Whiting money “basically to live on” while she works on her new novel, she says. Declining to give any specifics, she describes the new book as “not something that exists yet in the real world. It only exists on my computer.” 쩾

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“I was completely shocked,” says Bakis, “because you don’t know that you’re being nominated. It’s all very secret. It was really exciting.”

Unlike some Whiting recipients, Bakis isn’t an unknown or unpublished writer. Her first novel, Lives of the Monster Dogs, appeared in 1997 to considerable acclaim. Translated into eight languages, the book received the Bram Stoker Award for Best First Novel and a nomination for the U.K.’s Orange Prize.

Although Bakis wrote it in her twenties, Lives of the Monster Dogs bears no resemblance to the standard autobiographical first novel. It has a plot that reminds some readers of Mary Shelley, others of Kafka. In the first few chapters, Manhattan is invaded by a race of genetically engineered, super-intelligent dogs who stand 6 feet tall on their hind legs, speak through voice boxes, and favor Prussian military dress. They are the brainchildren of Augustus Rank, a 19th-century mad scientist who discovered early in life that vivisection lifted him to a higher plane of consciousness.

Believing that dogs have a greater capacity for loyalty than do human beings, Rank decided it was his destiny to create an invincible canine army.

It sounds like the set-up for a horror movie, with echoes of the Nazis’ eugenic experiments. But the monster dogs turn out to be more monstrous in conception than in action. Indeed, as they tell their history to Cleo Pira, the lonely New York University student who narrates the bulk of the novel, they come to seem profoundly human.

As I talk to Bakis on the phone, a chorus of deep woofs sounds appropriately in the background. “I have two mutts from Brooklyn and a rescued Greyhound we got after we moved up here,” Bakis explains. Although she can’t pinpoint any one inspiration for her novel, she remembers, “At the time I started writing, I was in college, and I had gotten a job walking somebody’s Rottweiler. That led to other people asking if I would walk their dogs. I was thinking about dogs. There’s something very moving to me about their relationship with humans. They have to be in the secondary, the subordinate position. They’re completely at the mercy of people… can’t live without them.

Even normal dogs must have some sort of longing to belong to this species that their lives center around.”

“It is a terrible thing to be a dog and know it,” says a German shepherd named Ludwig in the novel. Bakis acknowledges that the well-spoken, limousine-riding, silk bustlewearing creatures in her book are “not exactly dogs.” She points out that a book would probably have to be “written in smells” to convey a dog’s perspective. Still, like Kafka’s cockroach, the monster dogs force us to reflect on the permeable boundary between animals and human beings.

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Spring Courses On Campus ACCOUNTING Business Law Business Law ANIMAL SCIENCE Fundamentals of Nutrition Applied Animal Health ANTHROPOLOGY Human Cultures Biological Anthropology Native Americans of Vermont Globalization, Culture & Resistance Native Peoples of Canada Race & Ethnicity Traditional Ecological Knowledge Anthropology of Public History & Culture in North America ART Drawing Two-Dimensional Studies Three-Dimensional Studies Learning to Draw & Drawing to Learn Science Beginning Drawing Fabric, Fiber & Contemporary Art Clay: Wheel Throwing Photography Intersections of Art & Politics Painting & Ecological Perception Welding & Metal Fabrication Mixed-Media Exploration ASTRONOMY Exploring the Cosmos Moons & Planets BIOLOGY Principles of Biology The Human Body Cell Function & Structure BOTANY Introduction to Botany BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Business Law (BSAD 017) Business Law (BSAD 018) Sports Marketing CHEMISTRY Outline of Organic & Biochemistry (CHEM 026) Outline of Organic & Biochemistry (CHEM 028) Introductory Chemistry Organic Chemistry CHINESE MEDICINE Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine Traditional Chinese Medicine & Asian Bodywork COMMUNICATION SCIENCES Elementary American Sign Language I Elementary American Sign Language II Phonetics Development of Spoken Language Intercultural Communication American English Dialects Cognition & Language Collaborative Intervention in School Settings Early Language & Communication Intervention Implementing AAC: How do we do all this?

Counseling Persons with Communication Disorders Autism Spectrum Disorder: Assessment & Intervention Interdisciplinary Seminar: Neurodevelopmental Disabilities II Research Methods in Communication Disorders COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & APPLIED ECONOMICS Energy Alternatives Marketing: Agricultural & Resource Entrepreneurship Field Experience/Practicum COMPLEMENTARY HEALTHCARE Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine Therapeutic Herbalism Traditional Chinese Medicine & Asian Bodywork Healing Touch Level I Healing Touch Level 2 COMPUTER SCIENCE Computer Programming I: JAVA Simulation Modeling II DIVERSITY Human Cultures Native Americans of Vermont Globalization, Culture & Resistance Native Peoples of Canada Race and Ethnicity Anthropology of Public History & Culture in North America Educational Values of Caribbean Culture, Food, Music Multicultural Children’s Literature ESL Level One ESL Level Two ESL Advanced Special Topics Harlem Renaissance & Negritude Montreal: A Geographical Approach The Irish Diaspora European Society & Culture, 1914-1945 Asian Security Issues in the 21st Century Racism & Contemporary Issues Race Relations in the US Survey of Modern Africa Native Americans of Vermont ECONOMICS Principles of Macroeconomics Principles of Microeconomics EDUCATION/COUNSELING Practice of Mental Health Counseling Chemical Dependency: Etiology & Treatment Diagnosis & Treatment Planning with Children & Adolescents Counseling for Career & Lifestyle Development EDUCATION/FOUNDATIONS The Social Studies Wars - Competing Perspectives Intro to Research Methods in Education & Social Services EDUCATION/GENERAL EDUCATION Educational Values of Caribbean Culture, Food, Music Preparing to Teach a Course Learning to Draw & Drawing to Learn Science The Mass Media as Educator EDUCATION/LEADERSHIP & POLICY STUDIES Educational Finance Effecting & Managing Change Staff Evaluation & Development Leadership & Creative Imagination Professional Problems in Education: Critical Theory & Curriculum Advanced Program Evaluation Organization & Human Resource Development

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EDUCATION/LITERACY Reading & Writing Connection Multicultural Children’s Literature Literacy Assessment: Understanding Individual Differences

NUTRITION & FOOD SCIENCES Fundamentals of Nutrition Sports Nutrition Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point Theory

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION American Red Cross Emergency Response Personal Fitness Training: Science & Application

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ENGINEERING/CIVIL Hazardous Material Safety ENGINEERING/ ELECTRICAL Introduction to Control Systems Solid State Materials & Devices II ENGLISH Written Expression ESL Level One ESL Level Two ESL Advanced Special Topics Science Fiction & Fantasy Literature: Beyond the Human Writing: Poetry & Fiction Critical Approaches to Literature Shakespeare Harlem Renaissance & Negritude Tollkien’s Cosmos Graduate Seminar: Professing English ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES Hazardous Material Safety ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES Natural Areas Conservation & Stewardship Global Climate Action Seminar Media Literacy & the Environment Therapeutic Herbalism Trees & Landscapes: A Cultural Perspective Eastern Wilderness: History, Science, & Policy Energy & the Environment Traditional Ecological Knowledge Environmental Planning & International Development FRENCH Elementary French II Focus on Oral Expression GEOGRAPHY Geography of Sports Place & Placelessness Montreal: A Geographical Approach Trees & Landscapes: A Cultural Perspective

PHOTOGRAPHY Photography POLITICAL SCIENCE American Political System 20th Century Political Thought The US & the World: Issues in American Foreign Policy Asian Security Issues in the 21st Century Vermont Legislative Research Shop PRE-MBA Principles of Macroeconomics Principles of Microeconomics Fundamentals of Calculus Calculus I Basic Statistical Methods PSYCHOLOGY General Psychology Social Psychology Psychology of Art Communication & Children PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION Public Sector Organizations Research Methods State Administration The Reflective Practitioner Community Economic Development RELIGION Philosophic & Religious Perspectives on Human Experience SIGN LANGUAGE Elementary American Sign Language I Elementary American Sign Language II

GEOLOGY Dynamic Earth Hazardous Material Safety HEALTH & WELLNESS Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine American Red Cross Emergency Response Fundamentals of Nutrition Sports Nutrition Traditional Chinese Medicine & Asian Bodywork Healing Touch Level I Healing Touch Level 2 Wilderness First Responder

SOCIOLOGY Race Relations in the US Survey of Modern Africa Social Organization of Death & Dying Juveniles in the Courts Sociology of the Unknown Advanced Environmental Sociology Corrections Sociology of Mental Health

HUMAN DEVELOPMENT & FAMILY STUDIES Human Development Family Context of Development Human Relationships & Sexuality Family Ecosystem Advanced Seminar: Sexual Identities Seminar in Close Relationships LANGUAGES Elementary French II Focus on Oral Expression Elementary Spanish I Elementary Spanish II LEADERSHIP Effecting & Managing Change Leadership & Creative Imagination Organization & Human Resource Development Public Sector Organizations State Administration The Reflective Practitioner MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS Elementary College Algebra College Algebra Pre-Calculus Mathematics Applications of Finite Math Fundamentals of Calculus Calculus I Calculus II Calculus III Applied Mathematics for Engineers & Scientists Probability with Statistics Elements of Statistics Basic Statistical Methods Statistics for Business Statistical Analysis Via Computers MICROBIOLOGY & MOLECULAR GENETICS Global Health MUSIC Beginning Guitar Blues & Related Traditions NATURAL RESOURCES Ecotourism & Sustainable Development Practices in Costa Rica/Readings Course Simulation Modeling II NURSING & HEALTH SCIENCES Research in Advanced Practice Nursing Advanced Practice Nursing: Professional Development & Socialization Pathophysiology Pharmacotherapeutics II Family Focused Advanced Practice Nursing Theoretical Foundations of Nursing Policy, Organization & Financing of Health Care Advanced Health Assessment Mental Health Treatment in Primary Care Settings Traditional Chinese Medicine & Asian Bodywork Healing Touch Level I Healing Touch Level 2 Global Health

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SOCIAL WORK Biosociopolitical Issues in Social Work Racism & Contemporary Issues Theoretical Foundations of Human Behavior & the Social Environment II Social Welfare Policies & Services II Foundations of Social Work Research

HISTORY Global History Since 1500 History of the US to 1876 US 20th Century through Popular Culture The Irish Diaspora European Society & Culture, 1914-1945 The Civil War Era, 1846-1876 The Black Death & Inquisition Women in Vermont History

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Area & International Studies Terrorism: An Asian Perspective (2 credits) Art Ways of Seeing: Film as Art Botany Plant Biodiversity & Economics Education/Library Online Research Skills English Delights & Shadows: Readings in Contemporary Poetry Studies in Canadian Writers Geology The Changing Face of Vermont Landscapes Public Administration Health Care Criteria for Performance Excellence

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SPEECH Effective Speaking

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SURGERY Wilderness First Responder THEATRE Acting I: Introduction to Acting Beginning Drawing VERMONT STUDIES Native Americans of Vermont Women in Vermont History Controversial Explorations in Vermont Politics

CPA Sequence Exploring Alternative Energy Sequence Gerontology (Study of Aging) Certificate

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WOMEN’S STUDIES Introduction to Women’s Studies Women of the Old Testament, Their Stories and Ours Women’s Spirituality: A Challenge to Institutional Religion Women in Vermont History

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COMPUTER SCIENCE Introduction: WWW Design Visual Basic Programming Computer Programming I: JAVA Simulation Modeling I EDUCATION/GENERAL Vermont Landscapes in the Classroom EDUCATION/HIGHER EDUCATION Foundations of Leadership Theories & Practices ENGLISH Expository Writing Race & Ethnicity Literary Standards: Intro GEOLOGY Vermont Landscapes in the Classroom

Pre-MBA Sequence RN-BS-MS Program for Registered Nurses School Library Media Studies Sequence for Speech-Language Pathology Assistants Vermont Business Center Management Development Seminars

GERONTOLOGY Mental Health & Aging HISTORY History of the US Since 1876 The Sixties HORTICULTURE & LANDSCAPE Indoor Plants Garden Flowers MATHEMATICS Fundamentals of Calculus I MUSIC Jazz in America

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At the Statehouse, it was a poorly kept secret that UVM’s “lobbyists” Karen Meyer and Gretchen Babcock had been dangling free tickets to the big game in front of key lawmakers, especially those who sit on committees that hand out money to the university. contender still fighting the good fight?

FEBRUARY It was all downhill from Iowa.

In fact, we broke the news that Campaign Manager Joe Trippi was departing the Dean Campaign.

Howard Dean had been picked apart by national press organizations. Some got their facts right. Many did not.

The highlight of the journalistic picking arrived in February from the Washington Post.

God help us!

Washington Post writer R. Jeffrey Smith was in town last week. Among others, he interviewed Attorney General Bill Sorrell, State Sen. Vince Illuzzi and yours truly. Sorrell told us he met with Smith last Thursday morning.

“I was halfway through breakfast,” said Sorrell, “when my hatchet-job red flag went up pretty fast and pretty high.”

Smith inquired about reports of Ho-Ho having “a bad temper.” That’s the dirt that UVM political science prof Garrison Nelson has dished on Dean for years. It’s always amazed yours truly that Garrison could spot from afar what those of us who covered him closely missed.

Sorrell told Smith he served five years as Ho-Ho’s senior cabinet official and not once witnessed the heralded Dean temper.

Not once.

Smith also had thoroughly researched the battles of a decade ago between then State Auditor Ed Flanagan and Gov. Dean.

He even had copies of this column from those days.

Smith is a veteran journalist who covered national-security issues for the Post for 10 years.

He’s been to Bosnia and throughout the Middle East. But there’s something about applying that experience to Vermont-size state politics that gives one a queasy feeling.

Smith and this writer spoke for more than an hour at the Statehouse Friday. Clearly he was en route to frying Dean’s rump in the decade-old Ed Flanagan grease. The fact that Fast Eddie and Ho-Ho have since patched things up — Flanagan has donated $1000 to Dean’s campaign — was not going to enter Mr. Smith’s equation.

What else could one truly expect from a newspaper that’s completely missed the last three years of corruption and lies in the White House? A newspaper that’s such a self-promoting champion of the press as a government watchdog that it supported Bush’s blank-check Iraq resolution?

We didn’t know whether to laugh or cry when Mr. Smith shared with us his shocking discovery that Dr. Dean owned IBM stock while serving as governor!

Mr. Smith of the Washington Post said it with the steely-eyed look of a journalist who just won a Pulitzer.

Yours truly felt like we’d just met our first space alien.

Owned IBM stock, did he?

Quick, the firing squad!

The fact is, if members of the Washington press corps had been half as vigilant — heck, 10 percent as vigilant — in their coverage of a certain former Texas governor and his outrageous behavior since moving into the White House, the profession of journalism would be more respected.

Mr. Smith of the Post read our column and sent us the following feedback via email: “I

heard about the scummy article you wrote,” said Mr. Smith.

“Really low journalism.”

Mr. Smith’s Dean article never ran in the Washington Post. At least he had a nice junket to Vermont, eh?

MARCH Basketball fever was in the air, and one picture on the front page of The Burlington Free Press told a thousand words!

UVM star Taylor Coppenrath was shooting a jumper in the championship game, but the fans in the background got all the attention.

That’s because of all the VIP faces in the center-court stands behind Coppenrath. The faces jumped off the page. Anyone familiar with Montpeculiar’s finest saw a gaggle of lawmakers and state officials enjoying the biggest b-ball game in UVM history.

There were the mugs of Sens.

Vince Illuzzi, Bill Doyle, John Bloomer and Jim Condos.

Also in the shot were Administration Secretary Mike Smith, U.S. Sen. Jim Jeffords, Rep. Dick Marron, Rep. Howard Crawford, Human Services Secretary Charlie Smith and Burlington Mayor Peter Clavelle.

We weren’t surprised because, last week at the Statehouse, it was a poorly kept secret that UVM’s “lobbyists” Karen Meyer and Gretchen Babcock had been dangling free tickets to the big game in front of key lawmakers, especially those who sit on committees that hand out money to the university.

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for their checkbooks, but the real “star” with the free tickets wasn’t a politican at all, but rather a journalist! The frontpage photo also included the mug of David Awbrey, editorial page editor at the Freeps, sitting with the VIPs. In many ways, it was David Awbrey’s year!

As we pointed out here last week, most newspapers have ethical guidelines that prohibit journalists from accepting free gifts from people and institutions they cover.

loaded with platitudes such as, “We will obey the law” and “We will always try to do the right thing.”

Right for whom?

Awbrey, 55, a career journalist, recounted his earlier days back in 1977 as an AP reporter covering the Pennsylvania legislature.

He vividly remembered the December day he strolled into the state capital press room and witnessed reporters carrying out cases of liquor. The tradition in Pennsylvania, he said, was to distribute the year’s haul of seized

fundamentalism, be it Muslim funadamentalism in the Middle East or Christian fundamentalism here at home.

“I find it ironic,” wrote Dunsmore, “that just when modern science is opening up some of the secrets of the universe, our little planet’s political agenda is being driven by people who believe God made that universe in a week, about 5000 years ago.”

Good line, eh?

A few days ago, Dunsmore received the following email from David Awbrey, the editorial

We asked Freeps Executive Editor Mike Townsend this week if accepting free tickets is also prohibited by Gannett’s Code of Ethics. (A copy is posted on the Freeps’ website.)

“Let me put it this way,” replied Mr. Townsend, “I wouldn’t have done it.”

Pressed on whether the Gannett ethics code specifically bans gifts like Awbrey’s tickets, Townsend described the ethics code as a list of “guidelines.” He pointed to one guideline under the heading “Maintaining Independence,” which states reporters should keep an “arm’slength relationship” with the people and institutions they write about.

“Clearly, as a general rule,” said Townsend, “you’re not supposed to accept gifts.”

Asked if any disciplinary action will be taken against the editorial page editor, Townsend said such internal matters are generally not made public.

“It’s between me and him,” said the executive editor.

Funny, but Mr. Awbrey sees things differently.

“It’s not in the Gannett ethics code,” Awbrey insisted in a Seven Days interview. “There’s nothing on this,” he said, referring to his two tickets to the big game.

Technically, Awbrey’s right.

Unlike other ethics codes, Gannett’s doesn’t specifically say, “Don’t accept gifts from the folks you cover.”

In fact, Gannett’s code of ethics reads like a Boy Scouts handbook.

It’s very broad-brush and over-

booze to Statehouse pols and press just before Christmas.

Nice tradition, eh?

Later, as a Kansas journalist, Awbrey said he recalled sitting next to the chancellor of the university at a couple games. No big deal.

The current little tempest over his free UVM tickets, said Awbrey, “is all about appearance.

The rule today is: If it appears to be wrong, it’s wrong.”

Awbrey told Seven Days this week that he’s “paid the price” for breaking that rule. As Naïve Dave put it, “Never underestimate your own stupidity. I live in one of the bigger glass houses around.”

Poor guy. He’s starting to sound like a Ticketgate victim.

Little did we know at the time, Mr. Awbrey’s Ticketgate problem was only the tip of his iceberg. He and his paper were about to have a very bad year.

page editor of The Burlington Free Press. (Yes, the same guy who accepted the free UVM basketball tickets.)

“Barrie, I deeply regret this, but Free Press publisher Jim Carey has taken a dislike to your column and doesn’t want us to run it anymore. He has been vague on the reasons, and my appeal that he change his mind has been for naught. He is the boss, however, and I must accede to his wishes. Therefore, we must drop your column, even though it was very well received by readers and was a great asset to our Sunday pages. Again, I deeply regret this decision, but I have no other choice.”

Best regards, David Awbrey We tried to contact the Freeps’ publisher Jim Carey. But as usual, the local Gannett Co. publisher declined to return our call.

We did reach Mr. Awbrey, who verified the email to Dunsmore but declined comment. Awbrey may well be on the hot seat now.

His crime: He told Dunsmore the truth and nothing but the truth about why he was getting the editorial axe by Vermont’s largest daily.

As readers know, this isn’t the first time the top guy at the local Gannett chain paper has worn his religious beliefs on his newspaper’s sleeve. Carey’s company car carries the bumper sticker “No Jesus, No Peace. Know Jesus, Know Peace.”

In 2000, during the historic legislative debate over same-sex marriage, Carey’s brand of religious censorship meant The

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APRIL One of the TV journalist stars of my youth had retired and landed in Vermont. And in the fall of 2003, former ABC foreign correspondent Barrie Dunsmore had started writing a little monthly column on our local Gannett-chain newspaper.

Mr. Dunsmore learned in 2004 that one man and one man only decides what goes in The Burlington Free Press — Publisher Jim Carey.

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Burlington Free Press ignored civil unions on the editorial page.

Apparently, when God talks around Burlington, Publisher Carey is listening.

Also in April, pot was hot in Vermont. The medical variety, that is. And Vermonters were surprised to see Vermont’s Republican governor and Vermont’s Roman Catholic bishop on opposing sides. A Republican governor who as a young politican, we discovered, had a very different position on marjuana.

In Douglas’ case, it was the total disregard for the merits of the suit brought by environmental groups that sealed the road’s fate.

As we reported two weeks ago, Bishop Kenneth Angell has taken a position in favor of the medicalmarijuana legislation pending in the legislature.

But at his weekly press conference the following day, Gov. Jimmy Scissorhands said that following our report he personally telephoned Bishop Angell to discuss the matter. Douglas told reporters, “The Bishop said he doesn’t support the Senate bill.”

We checked with the Bishop’s office and his spokesman reiterated his support for medical marijuana.

Looks like Gov. Douglas misspoke, eh?

In a related matter, Seven Days learned last week that our antimedical marijuana governor once voted for a bill that would have decriminalized marijuana possession in Vermont!

On March 17, 1978, State Rep. Jim Douglas was one of 75 House members who supported a marijuana decriminalization bill.

According to the Journal of the House, Douglas himself called for a rules suspension in order to message the bill to the Senate as quickly as possible!

Last week, the Gov tried to brush off his earlier vote on pot by claiming the bill did not decriminalize marijuana possession. It merely reduced the penalties, he said.

Once again, Gov. Douglas misspoke.

According to the House Journal, H.669 made the maximum penalty for possession of less than an ounce of grass a $100 fine. It also stipulated there would be no criminal record kept of the offense. Unfortunately, the bill died in the Vermont Senate.

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MAY Like George W. Bush in Iraq, ignoring any and all doubters, Gov. Jim Douglas moved forward to build the next two phases of the Chittenden County Circumferential Highway.

Both policies brought the same disastrous results. In Douglas’ case, it was the total disregard for the merits of the suit brought by environmental groups that sealed the road’s fate.

It was the political foreskin of Republican Jim Douglas’ successful campaign for governor in 2002 — the crown jewel of the Douglas plan for economic development and job growth. But on Monday, U.S. District Court Judge William K. Sessions III snipped it right off, as only a federal judge can.

By order of the court, construction of Segments A and B of the 15.8-mile Chittenden County Circumferential Highway has been abruptly halted…

In a carefully worded 75-page decision, Judge Billy found the government had broken federal laws requiring environmental review.

Within an hour, Vermont Transportation Secretary Patricia McDonald reluctantly issued a stop-work order. Just last week, McDonald had been so confident of victory, she joked that she had prepared only one speech to deliver following the expected court decision.

As it turned out, we’ll never get to hear Patty’s speech.

Sessions’ ruling comes as very bad news for the Douglas administration. In recent weeks, the Gov has consistently expressed unabashed confidence that the court would rule in the state’s favor. Losing was not in the cards.

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JUNE Summer was arriving in the Champlain Valley. The bikepath was filling up. But over at 191 College Street, the wheels were starting to fall off the hay wagon known as The Burlington Free Press.

The phone lines lit up Friday morning as political folk from Vermont to Foggy Bottom read the blistering attack editorial in The Burlington Free Press titled “Wal-Mart’s Bernie.”

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And on and on. You get the flavor. The editorial ended with the tag line: “Yes, indeed. It’s that Bernie Sanders, Wal-Mart’s favorite socialist.”

Many Vermonters were no doubt shocked to learn that their favorite anticorporate rebel had sold out to the enemy.

But for those in any way familiar with the St. Albans project Sanders is supporting, the editorial sparked a wave of wild, uncontrollable laughter from Franklin County to Capitol Hill.

You see, Ol’ Bernardo is seeking federal funds for the area around Exit 19 on the south end of St. Albans, not Exit 20, the exit near the proposed new WalMart store.

Perfectly understandable that Mr. Awbrey, a recent Kansas transplant, is not familiar with the geography of St. Albans, Vermont. What’s not understandable is why he didn’t bother to check with any of the locals to make sure his entire premise for trashing Vermont’s highly respected congressman was a valid one.

He never even contacted Sanders’ office before trashing him!

Seven Days had learned that Awbrey made the tragic mistake of relying on information published in The Burlington Free Press.

When asked if readers can expect a published correction for his inaccuracy, Awbrey said the mistake was not one made by the editorial department but rather by the news department. He referred further inquiries to Executive Editor Mike Townsend.

“We’re separate,” explained Awbrey. “Mike’s the one to talk to.”

Townsend, unfortunately, did not respond to messages left for him by Seven Days on Monday and Tuesday.

Perfectly understandable, eh?

The first public reaction came in Friday afternoon’s St. Albans Messenger. Editor Emerson Lynn published a hilarious edito-

How could we ever forget the kind words Vice President Dick Cheney shared with Vermont’s St. Patrick on the Senate floor? rial titled, “Bernie Aiding WalMart? Right. When Pigs Fly.” Emerson Lynn has never been accused of being a Sanders cheerleader, but he does know the difference between St. Albans Exits 19 and 20 — about five miles.

As Bernie’s chief of staff, St. Albans native Jeff Weaver, put it, “Emerson’s no friend of Bernie, but clearly he’s more familiar with the geography of Franklin County than The Burlington Free Press is.”

As Lynn wrote, the project Sanders is getting funding for “has nothing to do with Wal-Mart.

Wrong exit.”

Interestingly, Gannett’s Vermont paper proudly posts a “Code of Ethics” on its website.

Very nice of them. It’s the Gannett corporate code and contains about 30 platitudes, from “We will be honest in the way we gather, report and present news” to “We will correct errors promptly.”

Well, actually it took another week for the Freeps to own up to Awbrey’s editorial fiasco.

The correction was a first step to recover the newspaper’s lost credibility. It’s one thing when some readers take exception to an editorial position. It’s quite another when all readers from across the political spectrum break out in laughter.

The real question is whether the Gannett-chain paper’s editorial page can regain any credibility whatsoever with Editorial Page Editor David Awbrey still calling the shots.

That question was answered the following month.

Also in June, how could we ever forget the kind words Vice President Dick Cheney shared with Vermont’s St. Patrick on

the Senate floor? Yours truly checked to see how conservatives over at the Concerned Women of America were handling their burned ears.

We checked CWA’s website expecting to find a denunciation of the Vice Man’s vulgarities on the Senate floor. Indeed, CWA was paying attention to the Senate on the day Cheney dropped the Fbomb. In fact, CWA issued a press release that afternoon highlighting the need for “decency” in America.

Unfortunately, the release was about Janet Jackson’s Super Bowl breast-fest, not about the vice president of the United States telling the senior senator from Vermont to go fuck himself! CWA praised the Senate for passing “Defense of Decency” legislation that very day that ups the fines for “abuse of the public airwaves” by nipple-exposing TV stars and radio shock-jocks.

Not a word on the CWA site about Cheney’s obscenity. Never have heads been deeper in sand, eh?

So we called CWA in Washington this week and spoke to Rebecca Riggs, the press officer. Why no press release on Cheney’s shock-jock remarks?

“We don’t do press releases on everything,” replied Ms. Riggs.

After consulting her superiors, she called Seven Days back to tell us that “CWA will have no comment” on Cheney’s potty-mouth remarks.

Do you think they would’ve been so silent had a Democrat dropped the F-bomb?

One Republican who did jump into the fray was our pal Jack McMullen, the millionaire Massachusetts cat-napper.

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issued a statement.

“I don’t think it’s appropriate for the Vice President to use that kind of language in those circumstances,” said McMullen, “but, more disturbing is what Patrick Leahy’s long record of partisanship has sewn (sic).”

More disturbing?

As Mr. Cheney might put it, “What the fuck are you on, Jack?”

JULY Facing a gigantic credibility gap on the editorial page, Burlington Free Press publisher Jim Carey had to bite the bullet and bid farewell to his favorite Christian conservative.

We dubbed Awbrey’s editorial “Vermont’s Journalism Joke,” another in an endless line of Freeps mistakes that only enhances the foreign nature of the Gannett newspaper’s approach to covering Vermont.

As it turned out, Awbrey’s Bernie-bashing edit was the last editorial the 55-year-old Kansas transplant wrote for Vermont’s largest daily.

On June 10, Freeps Executive Editor Mike Townsend published an unprecedented “Correction and clarification” at the top of the Freeps’ editorial page. In it, Townsend apologized for Awbrey’s inaccurate June 4 editorial smear.

Of late, Awbrey has been officially “on vacation.” The vacation, however, ended last Thursday when a tiny, one-sentence announcement was tacked to the employee bulletin board at 191 College Street: Editorial Page Editor David Awbrey has resigned…

David was in good spirits when he spoke with Seven Days

edge anymore,” and wasn’t functioning “at the best possible level.”

A reflective chap, indeed, Mr. Awbrey said that with his 56th birthday approaching, he was thinking about whether there was something else he wanted to do in his professional life as the final chapters approach.

“I’ve got one last thing to do,” he told Seven Days with determination in his voice.

And so Mr. Awbrey will be moving to Springfield, Missouri, his wife’s hometown, where he plans to become a high-school history teacher.

Bravo!

As a college student at Kansas State University, Awbrey was the long-haired student-body president and campus leader of antiVietnam War protests.

Thirty years later, he wakes up and finds himself writing ridiculous right-wing editorials for a conservative Gannett paper in the most liberal state in the nation.

You might say, David Awbrey has come full circle, eh?

AUGUST Yes it was an election year. One of the more unseemly reminders was provided by our distinguished lieutenant governor. We called it “Doobie-Doogate.”

Meanwhile, as Gov. Douglas was quickly trying to distance himself from his top political advisor and personal attack dog last week, his running mate, Lt. Gov. Brian Dubie, simultaneously landed in his own mess of trouble.

Associated Press reporter Wilson Ring’s beat includes the Vermont National Guard. Ring learned that Dubie had just scheduled a campaign fundraiser to precede the August 14 charity

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Rather, Awbrey told us that he read the three “rookie reporter mistakes” he had made this year as a sign that after almost 32 years in journalism he “didn’t have the

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d’oeuvres, as well as admission to the following concert, would be provided. No indication was given that the money would be going anywhere but into Dubie’s warchest.

When Mr. Ring rang the Dubie Campaign to inquire, Campaign Manager Sonny Schumacher told him he’d call back. When he did, he informed Ring that the Dubie Campaign had always intended that all the money raised at the fundraiser would be turned over to the Vermont Military Families Assistance Fund.

Really?

Unfortunately for Dubie, no one at the families’ organization and no one on the Vermont Guard staff had been told.

And Doobie-Doo has since admitted his campaign cannot produce even one piece of paper that existed prior to reporter Ring’s inquiry that would corroborate Dubie’s intention to donate his buckaroos to the nonprofit fund.

Gen. Martha Rainville, one of the most respected public figures in Vermont, went ballistic, we’re told, when the news of Dubie’s fundraiser broke. By the time the press called, Gen. Martha had calmed down.

Rainville politely expressed “disappointment” that Dubie the Republican candidate would attempt to elbow in on a strictly nonpartisan affair.

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SEPTEMBER We’d been looking forward to a knock-down battle in the governor’s race. Surely Burlington Mayor Peter Clavelle would give Jim Douglas a good fight to the finish.

We all know he never did, and there were signs early on.

Clavelle has apparently decided that he will be elected governor if he can convince enough voters he will get them cheaper prescription drugs from Canada. Health care is his biggest and, so far, only issue.

Unfortunately, informed sources say Mayor Moonie is lagging behind Gov. Scissorhands by as much as 20 points in recent polling. Clavelle can talk healthcare reform until the cows come home, but it’s not going to close a 20-point gap.

Jim Douglas is too slick, too good at covering his bases. In fact, he’s already taken away much of Clavelle’s health-care steam by supporting Attorney General Bill Sorrell’s lawsuit against the FDA. So what was candidate Clavelle’s response to the Douglas administration’s environmental embarrassment regarding Lowe’s last week?

Ready for this?

Clavelle didn’t have a response. No press conference. No statement. No criticism of his opponent’s second instance of getting caught on the wrong side of environmental laws.

Instead, on Monday Candidate Moonie hopped in his environmentally friendly Honda and drove to Rutland to speak to the Rotary. Not even the Rutland Herald covered his little speech.

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challenger this year. Can’t you just picture Ol’ Bernardo standing outside the governor’s office holding the WRB decision in one hand and a pair of handcuffs in the other?

“Either enforce our environmental laws and stop the polluters,” we can imagine Bernie screaming, “or I’m going to put these handcuffs on you, Governor!”

It’d be the lead story on Ch. 3 and Ch. 5, front-page news in the Freeps, and people would be talking about it for weeks.

Instead, back in the real world, the Democratic gubernatorial candidate is strangely silent in the face of the incumbent’s environmental disgrace.

Clavelle’s handlers insist they have a plan, or, as they call it, a “path” to victory. However, with 60 days left to Election Day, they’ve certainly done a good job of concealing it, eh?

OCTOBER All of a sudden the race for state auditor got real interesting as Republican challenger Randy Brock pointed out inaccuracies in Auditor Elizabeth Ready’s resumé. It quickly became “Vermont’s Chainsaw Massacre.”

In a Vermont mini-version of the Great Impostor, Chainsaw Liz claimed she had a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Vermont.

No one doubted her.

That’s because the biennial Statehouse publication containing the photos and bios of legislative members, euphemistically referred to by regulars as “The Stud Book,” is considered as sound as the Bible.

The information it contains is provided personally by each member.

A few years later, as she rose in prominence as one of the leading legislative critics of Gov. Howard Dean, Sen. Ready apparently decided a Bachelor’s degree wasn’t good enough. As she entered the 1997-98 session as the new chairman of the Senate Natural Resources Committee, Chainsaw Liz awarded herself a Master’s degree from Norwich University!

No one doubted her.

After all, why on Earth would a state senator and committee chairman feel a need to lie about her academic credentials?

Only Elizabeth Ready knows the answer to that question, and

so far she has chosen to keep it a secret.

As everyone knows, Chainsaw Liz fought to the bitter end, even lining up a public endorsement by her former political arch-enemy Howard Dean.

All it got her in the November election was 41 percent and a pink slip.

But somehow, some way, Liz Ready will be back.

NOVEMBER Seems like only yesterday, eh?

Not a good month.

George W. Bush, the corrupt and dishonest president who is rapidly taking America down the road to disaster, won reelection.

Let’s face it — the future is indeed bleak, and the call-up of hundreds more Vermont National Guard soldiers has bought everything back to basics: life and death.

Never has yours truly witnessed a more powerless American people.

Kind of scary, eh?

Better news closer to home as the Democrats retake the Vermont House. A new Vermont political star is about to be born — Rep. Gaye Symington of Jericho.

Come January, the House, where civil unions were born, will finally have a “Gaye” Speaker.

DECEMBER The holidays arrive, but who can feel like celebrating as we watch more Vermonters called to the frontlines in Iraq?

The sheer madness of it all continues to sink in. Not even our “opposition” party is expressing much in the way of opposition. For those of you who desire to “live in interesting times,” your wish has been granted.

Hang in there, folks. They say the darkest hour is right before the dawn. “Up” is the only way we can go in 2005.

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o nation ever had an army large enough to guarantee it against attack in time of peace or insure it victory in time of war.”

President Calvin Coolidge (1872-1933).

What? You mean something could go wrong? With a war? “Holy Rumsfeld, Batman!” Let’s give everyone the Medal of Freedom, since the worst people already have theirs — George Tenet, Paul Bremer, General Tommy Franks, even Barbara and Jenna, for all I know. Just wait: Bush’s disgraced nominee for Homeland Security director, Bernard Kerik, will be next on the list.

Why not? Time magazine has just named Ding-Dong its Man of the Year, for “reshaping the rules of politics to fit his 10-gallon-hat leadership style, for sharpening the debate until the choices bled, for reframing reality to match his design, for gambling his fortunes — and ours — on his faith in the power of leadership.” This criminal incompetent, this thief of democracy and authentic American values, this mass killer of both people and ideas, is actually described as “a straight-shooter.” But, for all that, he seems to get an awful lot of other people to do his shooting for him.

Please, don’t ask me to be “order-

ly” or “coherent” about the year just past, 2004, because I can’t do it. I wouldn’t try. A worse or more bizarre 12 months never passed in my lifetime, and that’s saying something. As Paul Harris wrote not long ago on MONUC — which stands for, should you care, Mission de l’Organisation des Nations-Unies en République Démocratique du Congo — George W. Bush “poses the familiar problem of the optimist/pessimist conundrum… is [his] head half empty, or is he half full of it?”

Love that, Paul! Love that Congo!

Bunch of Schwartzes, of course, who weren’t smart enough to be sold into slavery when there was still time.

They should have used the “Prayer of Jabez” (1 Chronicles 4:10), which currently enjoys an enormous vogue among people who are a) Christian and b) wealthy and c) really stupid.

Here it is from the King James Version, which I always prefer to the bingo crowd’s modern, inelegant translations: And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed, and enlarge my coast, and that thine hand might be with me, and that thou wouldest keep me from evil, that it may not grieve me! And God granted him that which he requested.

This is a simple prayer, sitting

innocently in the middle of a lot of begettings and begats. Millions of lives have been changed by it — would I make that up? It’s just one short verse and you should memorize it, if you can, because if you do, you’re assured of making a pot of money. Just repeat after me: “Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed, and enlarge my coast…”

Welcome to the Christian “prosperity gospel.” Bruce H. Wilkinson’s ridiculous book, The Prayer of Jabez: Breaking Through to the Blessed Life, has already sold nearly 6 million copies. A slim volume, little more than a sermon, it goes for $9.99 or less, depending on where you buy it.

And it can be read at one sitting, which makes it easy for the gullible to cope with. “People are praying this prayer because they are seeing God work in their lives,” Mr. Wilkinson asserts (on the front page of The New York Times, no less, where money counts for a lot).

Here’s some more Bible for you: Deuteronomy 28:1 — And it shall come to pass, if thou shalt hearken diligently unto the voice of the Lord thy God, to observe and to do all His commandments which I command thee this day, that the Lord thy God will set thee on high above all nations of the earth.

(Take that, Iraq, Iran, North Korea,

Ukraine, France, Canada, Germany — wherever! Think you can mess with us?)

28:2 — And all these blessings shall come on thee, and overtake thee, if thou shalt hearken unto the voice of the Lord thy God. (Put differently, He knows if you’ve been naughty or nice.)

28:3 — Blessed shalt thou be in the city, and blessed shalt thou be in the field. (Provided, of course, you can still find a field that doesn’t have a Wal-Mart on it, or a nuclear silo, or a busted oil well. And good luck!)

28:4 — Blessed shall be the fruit of thy body…

Well, we’d better stop right there, because the fruit of the body is the one thing these people don’t want you thinking about. I, for one, as “a homosexual” in good standing, was happy — delighted, in fact — that the initiative for “gay marriage” went down to defeat in all 11 states that put it on the ballot in November. No self-respecting “homosexual” needs to register his relationships with the state, as though he were, you know, “just like everybody else,” which he isn’t. And the only reason we’re going through this rubbish is because Andrew Sullivan and the lesbians want it.

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ble saint of legitimate feminism, who declared in 1972, before most of you were born, “Please don’t talk about ‘the children!’ Because the children ‘come up’ whether they’re ‘brought’ or not. Marriage is no guarantee of domestic stability.”

Duh! Germaine is now, of course, a bitter old woman. Who wouldn’t be on this idiot planet? I’ll give you as much of her as I gave you of the Bible: 1) “Women over 50 already form one of the largest groups in the population structure of the Western world.

As long as they like themselves, they will not be an oppressed minority.”

Right. At a “presidential prayer breakfast” in the White House not long after Noah’s flood — this past February, in fact — Washington Redskins Coach Joe Gibbs gave a most inspiring speech. Gibbs is a man who takes the Jabez Prayer very seriously indeed, as his five-year contract with the Redskins guarantees him a whopping $25 million. According to Tony Perkins of the Family Research Council, Gibbs “spoke about the choice he made while sitting in his third-grade science class between believing he evolved from two amoebas and believing he was created by a Divine Creator who loved him, and

prison in Baghdad emerged last spring — and, believe me, we haven’t seen the worst or the bulk of these — British Prime Minister Tony Blair, that lapdog in pants, let it be known that the events at Abu Ghraib were “in direct contradiction of all policy under which the Coalition operates.”

Except for the killing, Tony. Don’t forget the killing. “They were ugly images,” said Ahmad Taher, 24, a student at Baghdad’s Mustansiriyah University. “Is this the way the Americans treat prisoners? Americans claim that they respect freedom and democracy — but only in their country.”

sounds like the Care Bears next to the invective heaped on, say, President Abraham Lincoln, to whom a disgruntled voter wrote in 1860: “God damn your God damned old hellfired God damned soul to hell. God damn you and God damn your damned family’s God damned hellfired God damned soul to hell and God damnation God damn them and God damn your God damned friends to hell.”

Not long after, Harper’s magazine offered its own take on Mr. Lincoln: “Filthy story teller, despot, liar, thief, braggart, buffoon, usurper, monster, ignoramus… perjurer, swindler, tyrant, field-butcher, land-pirate.” So,

But what has happened [since] to make people believe he’d be a good President? What is his accomplishment?

That he’s no longer an obnoxious drunk?

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2) “The essence of pleasure is spontaneity.”

3) “Is it too much to ask that women be spared the daily struggle for superhuman beauty in order to offer it to the caresses of a subhumanly ugly mate?”

4) “Evolution is what it is. The upper classes have always died out; it’s one of the most charming things about them.”

But Blessed shall be thy basket and thy store, anyhow (Deuteronomy 28:5). Your basket, especially, I should think. Just don’t quote me.

Here’s a question that really got people hot under the collar in 2004, second only to the burning issue of disappearing flu shots: “How old is the Grand Canyon?” As The Los Angeles Times reported last January, “Most scientists agree with the version that rangers at Grand Canyon National Park tell visitors: that the 217-mile-long chasm in northern Arizona was carved by the Colorado River 5 million to 6 million years ago.

“Now, however, a book in the park’s bookstores tells another story.

On sale since last summer, Grand Canyon: A Different View, by veteran Colorado River guide Tom Vail, asserts that the Grand Canyon was formed by the Old Testament flood, the one Noah’s Ark survived, and can be no older than a few thousand years.”

Uh-huh. This is what they’re now calling “intelligent design,” rather than “creationism.” But if you’ve been around as long as I have, you’ll know it’s not very intelligent at all.

Really not. The LAT goes on: “The book, which sells for $16.99, includes essays from creationists and theologians. Vail wrote in the introduction, “For years, as a Colorado River guide I told people how the Grand Canyon was formed over the evolutionary time scale of millions of years. Then I met the Lord.”

Calvin? Calvin Coolidge! Where are you when we need you? “After all, the chief business of the American people is business,” this Vermontborn Republican once said, although he did go on to clarify his position: “Of course, the accumulation of wealth cannot be justified as the chief end of existence.”

made him for a relationship with Jesus Christ. Coach Gibbs wisely chose the latter.”

What, just two amoebas? This comment not only displays a complete ignorance of science — which, incidentally, you’ll need in order to light up those night games — but takes the cake for religious tomfoolery. Obviously, we need a constitutional amendment prohibiting any cellular entity from dividing into two unless those two are, respectively, male and female. This would put an end, among other things, to identical twins and penicillin, but what the hell? God knows what He wants.

And so does Hollywood. “It’s clear that, as far as the culture goes, this year belonged to Mel Gibson’s mammoth hit,” The Passion of the Christ, says Frank Rich in The New York Times. “Its prurient and interminable wallow in the Crucifixion, to the point where Jesus’ actual teachings become mere passing footnotes to the sumptuously depicted mutilation of his flesh, is as representative of our time as Godspell was of terminal-stage hippiedom 30 years ago. The Gibson conflation of religion with violence reflects the universal order of the day.” To which I say, amen.

OK, how about Iraq? “We’re making progress, you bet!” says George Junior. “A free Iraq is in the interests of our two nations. A free Iraq is in the interests of world peace. Because free societies do not harbor terrorists; free societies do not threaten people or use weapons of mass destruction.”

Except in Iraq itself — you know, against “insurgents.” Lieutenant General James Conway, commander of the 1st Marines Expeditionary Force, declares that decent, hardworking Iraqis “understand our view that these people must be killed or captured,” and that “we don’t see any extremism in any fashion [among] Iraq general officers.”

What’s really ironic is that the only people we want to see installed as our puppets in Iraq are what we’d call “liberals” over here. We don’t want “extremists,” fundamentalists or fanatics running any country but our own.

When the ghastly photographs of torture and abuse at Abu Ghraib

Don’t worry, kid. They don’t respect it here, either. A witness at the destruction of Fallujah reported that “they are bombing civilians. When I was about to leave there were two ladies trying to get out. American snipers shot them dead. Their bodies are still lying out on the street in alJumhuriya. The roads are deserted.

All the area is bombarded. We are hearing shelling, artillery, and always the sirens of ambulances.” And all the time our military leaders speak of “laser-guided” and “precision” weapons, which are as reliable, obviously, as touch-pad voting machines.

A reader of this paper wrote me recently to ask why I don’t spend more time talking about the late, lamented presidential election of 2004, which he believes, as do I, was fraudulent in its results — jiggered in some way that was a bit more subtle than the charade of four years ago. I answered that I’d tried that already, and had had such a raft of angry mail that I’ll never touch it again.

And what’s the difference, anyway?

There was never a chance that we’d see Bush’s backside as they ran him out of Washington on a rail (with any luck, tarred and feathered). Since that deadly day, November 2, we’ve seen Dumbo’s already criminal cabinet “shaken up” and “restructured” for the coming assault on our liberties, staffed with people whose combined scruples, paraphrasing Dorothy Parker, “wouldn’t fill a teaspoon.”

(Mrs. Parker was the Algonquin Round Table wit who also declared, when she heard that Calvin Coolidge had died, “How can they tell?”)

“They don’t come any more squalid than the crew now steering the American boat straight into the shoals of disaster,” writes Chris Floyd in The Moscow Times: “Deep down, these guys are nothing but cheap hoods, two-bit chiselers hustling for loot, thug-brained goons with no more grandeur about them than the meanest pack of Mafia knee-breakers.

For them, statecraft is just a crowbar for bashing heads and jimmying open lockboxes.”

Wow! This is “Bush-bashing,” a big no-no, I think. Obviously Mr. Floyd “hates America.” And, if so, why doesn’t he just leave?

Well, actually, he already has. And what he says about the Bushmen

you see, there’s a precedent for this sort of thing. Let’s just agree to disagree, if you know what I mean.

“The big elephant sitting in the corner is that George W. Bush is simply unqualified for the job,” says no less a son of Republican politics than Ron Reagan, Jr. “He’s probably the least qualified person ever to be nominated by a major party. Yes, he was elected Governor of Texas, and before that he ran a baseball team and lost a lot of other people’s money in the oil business. But what has happened [since] to make people believe he’d be a good President? What is his accomplishment? That he’s no longer an obnoxious drunk?”

Now, Ron — all drunks are obnoxious, and “recovering” drunks are even more obnoxious, as a rule. As Kevin Phillips writes in his searing exposé, American Dynasty: Aristocracy, Fortune, and the Politics of Deceit in the House of Bush (Viking, $25.95), “All in all, if presidential family connections were theme parks, Bush World would be a sight to behold.

Mideast banks tied to the CIA would crowd alongside Florida S&Ls that once laundered money for the Nicaraguan contras. Dozens of oil wells would run eternally without finding oil, thanks to periodic cash deposits by old men wearing ReaganBush buttons and smoking 20-dollar cigars.”

I would add to this only that it wouldn’t surprise anyone to know that these cigars are probably Cuban, illegally imported. Chris Floyd again: “All the earnest disquisitions about Bush’s … ‘ideology’ entirely miss the point. … For the heart of this slouching beast is neither left-wing nor right-wing; it’s strictly Bush-wing.

Anyone even slightly acquainted with the history of the Bush dynasty knows what makes these preppy puppies run — and it has nothing to do with conservative principles or moral values or national security or world freedom. It’s not ideology, but investments — the gobbling up of unearned, risk-free lucre on the grandest scale imaginable.”

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ing me to say how fiercely His Holiness opposed the Iraqi war, especially since, as the London Daily Telegraph informed us in October, the Vatican has now “buried the hatchet” with Bush and Blair, agreeing that the violence in Iraq needs to be “controlled” in some way (other than having the “Coalition” get the hell out).

Cardinal Angelo Sodano, the Vatican secretary of state, “has announced a newly hawkish line on Iraq from Rome.”

“The child has been born,” says Cardinal Sodano. “It may be illegitimate, but it’s here, and it must be reared and educated.

There is a feeling that there really is no going back.” And if I carry on too much about the Vatican and its multiple problems, there won’t be any room left to talk about sex — ha ha! — of which there was some really big news in 2004.

I’m referring to Janet Jackson’s nickel-plated nipple, the splitsecond sight of which at the Super Bowl’s half-time follies was so disturbing to so many patriotic Americans that one outraged TV viewer — no doubt having read the Jabez Prayer — sued CBS for damages (he lost, definitely proving the existence of Almighty God).

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The use of the word “fuck” was permissible for Vice-President Cheney in his altercation with Senator Patrick Leahy on the Senate floor, but not for Howard Stern and a variety of “rappers” who employed it on television and the radio. It just goes to show ya: The U.S. of A. is and always was the most ridiculous country on Earth when it comes to phony morality. San Francisco Chronicle columnist Mark Morford observes: “This is the message: A woman’s bare breast is a horrific and disturbing thing, completely inappropriate for an afternoon of wholesome macho homoerotic skull-bashing NFL violence and endless hours of nauseating commercial crassness — unless the woman is, you know, a cheerleader. Now rush off to bed, kids, and read your Bibles while Mommy and Daddy pop some Zoloft and Levitra and crack a few Bud Lights and head off to the fetish dungeon to lick our new Ford GT. Got it.”

Calvin! Calvin! Please come home! All is forgiven!

I leave you with William Shakespeare, who’s been having a wonderful year. All kinds of new books are being published about him. No, I won’t be quoting Hamlet’s “To be or not to be” speech — although I do ask myself that question a lot of the time — but rather Paulina, the oracle of Sicilia, in the third act of The Winter’s Tale: What’s gone and what’s past help Should be past grief: do not receive affliction At my petition; I beseech you, rather Let me be punish’d, that have minded you Of what you should forget. …

Take your patience to you, And I’ll say nothing.

Yeah, I know — that’ll be the day. A young man who saw me working on this column downtown the other night, after I’d explained to him what it was, asked me boldly, “Will you be talking about Rumsfeld?”

“Oh, yes,” I replied.

“Will you be saying anything good about him?” he asked.

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Health care coverage will expand, Smoking in bars will get banned, The naked slave lamp will go away, but return to Jim’s desk on the first of May!

2. Beginning in June, the theremin will realize an uptick in popularity until disaster strikes a high-profile wedding in mid-August — probably in California, though Nebraska is not out of the question.

3. In Estonia, an entire orchestral brass section will spontaneously vanish from a rehearsal of Shostakovich’s 5th Symphony. No cause will ever be determined, nor will the players ever be found; however, in May the Mars exploration rover Spirit will retransmit a signal from deep space that sounds uncannily like the brass flourish that opens the Symphony’s final movement.

4. I’ll write six brilliant repertoire-stretching compositions. No, seven!

DOREEN KRAFT Executive Director, Burlington City Arts Marc Awodey will sell a painting for a considerable amount of money and move to the south of France, and Seven Days will hire a full-time art critic.

Mark Waskow will pour the concrete for his $60 million art center (but only the concrete).

The Firehouse Center will enlarge its footprint and offer up outdoor movies, sculpture and bistro.

JIM ROEMER, A.K.A. “DR. WEATHER” Meteorologist, Hyde Park Contrary to what people think — it’s cold right now — I don’t expect the winter to be colder than normal. I expect it to be at least normal, maybe even warmer than normal. The odds of having back-to-back Januarys that are this cold is unlikely, especially when there’s an El Niño.

There’s a warm ocean current off the coast of South America and it tends to prevent the real polar part of the jet stream from sinking too far south. If El Niño strengthens, you could see above-normal snowfall here either later February or March. Of course, if El Niño doesn’t develop, this forecast could be out of whack.

For the spring and summer? I have no idea. But things are really cyclical. When you have extremely wet periods, usually the year after, or certainly within two years after, the opposite happens. We had such a cool, wet summer in 2004, the odds of that happening two years in a row are probably about 25 to 30 percent.

There should be more sunshine and warmer temperatures — I’m just gonna go ahead and say that.

DAVID GUNN Composer, Barre 1. Contemporary music will continue to focus on works for smaller ensembles, especially those under 24 inches in height.

LEE BUTLER Moderator, Burlington Freecycle Group, Jeffersonville In the Burlington Freecycle group we see offers and requests for all kinds of free items that people are looking to get rid of

If I had to rate 2005 On a scale of one to 10, I’d have to give it an eight-and-a-half, But if the Sox win again, then a 10.

JAMES KOCHALKA Musician/Cartoonist, Burlington In 2005, rock ’n’ roll will never die. No, I mean, it will finally die. I mean, it’ll come back to life and crawl from its grave, and then die again. And the same thing goes for comics and graphic novels!

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We even had an offer for a years’ worth of Seven Days that someone had saved up, and another offer for an organ from the 1800s.

Household furnishings like shelves, sofas and beds are always posted, and this will probably stay consistent in 2005. The other things that people post are so random that I could never predict them.

THOM HARTMANN Nationally syndicated talk-radio host, Montpelier What immediately comes to mind are the looming currency crises as a consequence of the trade and budget deficits, which could spark a 1929 scenario. We could have a real disaster. If we don’t have a real disaster, the economy is going to continue to go into the tank and interest rates are going to spike and the housing bubble will pop. It’s going to be really messy, and Bush said this week that he’s going to do absolutely nothing about it.

The other thing is that, all surveys show that the vast majority of Americans are in favor of national health care, in favor of Social Security being kept as a solid insurance program, in favor of a balanced budget, strong environmental protections, and tariffs and other kinds of legislation that will bring jobs back to the United States. And yet, all these mainstream positions — mainstream by definition because more than 80 percent of Americans support them — are being characterized by this Administration and by the media as extreme-left positions, and have been for years. My prediction is that as these guys move forward with what is really an extreme-right position, that Americans are going to start asserting their desires and that these so-called extreme-left positions are going to become obviously mainstream. Bush is going to get a bloody nose for his agenda.

ROSS SNEYD Associated Press writer, Montpelier My prediction is that everyone is going to be focused on what [Senator] Jim Jeffords does, even though it’s still almost two years away before he faces reelection. His decision could create a snowball effect about who runs for what office. …

On the one hand, he is laying all the groundwork and doing all the things that you would expect of someone who’s going to run for reelection. I think in his heart he wants to prove to people that he can win now that he’s become an independent. But on the other hand, he’s not getting any younger and he’s appeared to slow down to a lot of folks, although he denies that as well. >> 36A

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But the thought of having to serve another six years if he’s reelected is, I would think, a daunting thing to consider, too.

AMY TRUBEK Executive Director, Vermont Fresh Network, Cornwall In 2005 we’ll see increased interest in the consumption of grass-fed beef, pork and lamb, for reasons of both taste and food safety, because of concerns about factory-style practices of mainsteam meat. I think there’ll be a real increase in searching for heirloom food, especially fruit and vegetables, but also meat.

This notion of making healthy choices — that’s not going anywhere. In restaurants, you’re going to find more healthy eating options at all kinds of restaurants, from fast food to fine dining.

You’ll see more championing of local farmers on restaurant menus. Fair-trade coffee and chocolate will be increasingly available, not just in specialty stores but in your local restaurants and food stores and college campuses.

I would like to see people spending more time cooking and more money buying high-quality ingredients, because eating leisurely meals well prepared is the best thing you can do for your health, your family and your community. But I don’t think it’s going to happen in 2005.

Maybe by 2025.

JAMES STURM Co-Founder, Center for Cartoon Studies, White River Junction In the world of cartoons, 95 percent of the stuff being published will be crap and the rest will be good. The good stuff may or may not sell. A lot of the crap will sell.

There’s a lot of excitement around Philadelphia cartoonist Charles Burns, whose book Black Hole should be coming out with Pantheon next year.

He’s been working on it forever. This is a much-anticipated work by one of the medium’s finest artists. It’s been serialized over the last several years

by Fantagraphics.

The Center for Cartoon Studies, which opens in 2005, will be creating graphic novels by prominent cartoonists for Hyperion Books based on the life of famous Americans.

CHRISTOPHER KAUFMAN Executive Director, R.U.1.2?

Queer Community Center, Burlington A lot more civility and a lot less stress in the Statehouse for queer people, thanks to Speaker of the House Gaye Symington and the hundreds of volunteers who helped to return a GLBT-friendly majority to the legislature after four years of constant gay-bashing.

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Five (count ’em!) openly gay male legislators this session! In 2005, at least a few dykes and maybe even a tranny or two will start to think about joining all those gay guys by making a run for the legislature in 2006.

R.U.1.2? Queer Community Center will take a leading role in advocating for universal access to culturally competent, GLBT-friendly health care throughout the State of Vermont.

Rejuvenation of radical queer activism, with the Queer Liberation Army taking the lead. The voices of the antiassimilationist left will start to be heard in our community.

Peace and justice become queer issues in Vermont once again.

At least a few more people in Vermont will stop seeing queer people as perverts, clowns or style gurus and start seeing us as real people with the right to live open and honest lives.

JANIE COHEN Director, Fleming Museum, Burlington The real value of art will become clear: the exquisite resistance of the handmade object in a techno world the artifacts of rampant creativity the robust contrails of tradition art reflects culture art jams culture art survives us MICHAEL KATZENBERG Co-owner, Bear Pond Books, Montpelier Books will continue to be a vital part of our culture. The trend in a lot of political and historical books will continue.

With Bush being reelected, there will be plenty of books about the election and what that means. The right wing will continue to put out their books, and the interest in the Founding Fathers seems to go on from year to year. There will be more books coming out on the Red Sox. Lots of books by and about Vermonters will be published in 2005, including: Have Glove Will Travel by Bill “Spaceman” Lee; In Fond Remembrance of Me by Howard Norman; Wandering Home by Bill McKibben. Growing Season, a mystery, by Don Brede; Reef Madness, about coral reefs, by Ronald Bailey; another Bubbles mystery by Sarah Strohmeyer; Among Flowers by Jamaica Kincaid; Losing the Garden: The Story of a Marriage by Laura Waterman; and Education of Arnold Hitler by Marc Estrin.m

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KELLEY Reiber, 57, brings an open-minded perspective to an institution prone to IMAGES closed-door insularity. And even as he JEB promises to make the court seem less WALLACE- “mysterious” to Vermonters, Reiber BRODEUR expresses profound respect for its traditions and procedures. He is likewise fulsome in his praise for his fellow justices, while implicitly acknowledging that he must strive to bridge potential divisions between them.

The chief justice-designate had no experience as a trial judge when Gov. James Douglas tapped him just over a year ago to serve as an associate justice on the state’s only appeals court. Last month, the governor elevated Reiber to the top job on the five-member court, replacing Jeffrey Amestoy who had resigned as chief justice in June. The State Legislature is expected to confirm Reiber’s appointment when it meets in January.

The governor must also name a new justice to fill Reiber’s associate position.

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Although he did not previously know any of his current Supreme Court col-

leagues, Reiber is no stranger to the state’s judicial system. He worked for 29 years as a private attorney in Rutland, mostly as a defense lawyer for insurance companies involved in personal injury or product liability cases.

“Paul has had a significant amount of trial and appellate experience,” says Jay Kenlan, senior partner in the Rutland law firm where Reiber had worked since 1986.

“He’s very familiar with the procedural workings of the court system and the role justices play in it.”

There’s also nothing unusual about the appointment of a Supreme Court justice with no previous time on the bench, says Robert Paolini, director of the Vermont Bar Association. Indeed, neither of Reiber’s two immediate predecessors had prior judicial experience.

As recently as 18 months ago, serving as a member of the Vermont Supreme Court “was not something I saw myself doing,” Reiber said in a recent interview.

He applied for the associate justice job at the urging of friends only after Douglas rejected an initial set of nominees.

Reiber notes, however, that he did aspire to becoming a trial judge while serving for six years on the state’s Judicial Nominating Board. That body interviews candidates for judgeships and forwards recommended names for the governor’s consideration.

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Reiber says he was also impressed by the nonpolitical way in which board members assessed applicants’ qualifications.

Keeping politics separate from judicial decision-making is essential to Reiber. And maintaining that partition is work for which he seems well suited by temperament.

Although he stood for annual election throughout his 20-year tenure as moderator of Chittenden, Reiber says he never affiliated himself with a political party. He has also never worked on behalf of a political candidate, with the exception of Democrat David Wolk. That was a special case, Reiber explains, because Wolk, a former legislator and state education commissioner, is “a good friend” who had also served as principal of Barstow Elementary — the same school where Reiber’s wife, Sandy, works as a paraeducator.

Reiber has steered so clear of Vermont politics that he had never even spoken to Douglas before being interviewed last year for the associate justice position.

“In all the years I’ve known Paul, I could not tell what his political affiliation is,” says Kenlan, Reiber’s former law partner. “It’s not that he’s necessarily apolitical. He just doesn’t identify with one political point of view. He evaluates each situation separately, and won’t try to persuade you to take his view.”

Reiber will not reveal what he thinks about two highly controversial decisions handed down by the Supreme Court, both of which Douglas has specifically criticized. Because he was not on the court at the time, Reiber says it would be inappropriate for him to comment on Act 60, the ruling >> 40A

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that led to an overhaul of Vermont’s school finance system, or on the finding that denial of marriage rights to gays and lesbians is unconstitutional.

Reiber also declines to discuss issues, such as random drug testing of public high school students, that may eventually come before his court.

He is reluctant even to identify any figures in American judicial history whom he regards as exemplary. Reiber will point only to his mother, now deceased, and his father, a retired metallurgical engineer, as personal heroes.

But he is keen to explain why he should not be labeled as either an activist justice or as a practitioner of judicial restraint.

According to Black’s Law Dictionary, which Reiber eagerly consults, an activist judge is “one who assesses cases by following a certain philosophy or construct.” Black’s lists “judicial restraint” as the antonym of that term, he noted. And it is defined as “deciding cases based on issues presented by parties in law suits and based on sound legal reasoning and judicial precedent,” Reiber says.

“Who among us would quarrel with this meaning of judicial restraint?” he asks. “This is what we should be doing. This is what our job entails.”

Even so, Reiber eschews this label, too, on the grounds that “with any labeling, you begin to lose the essence of what should be discussed.” Anyone in a position like his should be similarly resistant to being “pigeonholed,” he adds. “It’s not appropriate for any justice to aspire to have any labels applied to him or her,” Reiber declares.

But asked whether it’s not possible to regard Justice Ruth Ginsburg and Justice Antonin Scalia, for example, as adherents of ideologies, Reiber agrees that predictable outlooks can sometimes be discerned among members of the United States Supreme Court. “It’s because of the kind of work they do,” he says. Reiber is quick to note, however, that Ginsburg and Scalia were on the same side in a recent decision concerning sentencing guidelines. “Majorities aren’t always predictable” on the U.S. Supreme Court, Reiber observes.

For all his stringent nonpartisanship, Reiber is committed to acting as an advocate for the entire state judicial system in his dealings with the governor and the legislature. He says he will serve as a “spokesman” for Vermont’s courts in making the case for increased budgetary support from lawmakers.

Once the inflation rate is factored in, the Supreme Court’s $1.7 million annual budget has remained static for the past 15 years. The overall outlay for the state’s court system, currently set at $28 million, has also increased little during that time.

As a result, some of Vermont’s courts, including his own, must make do with inadequate facilities, Reiber says. Amestoy, his

Sure, you lock horns on issues.

That’s what deliberations are all about.

PAUL REIBER

predecessor as chief justice, agrees that “more resources devoted to the courts would improve both the quality and the timeliness of the judicial process.”

While administrative duties account for a large share of a chief justice’s workload, the Vermont Constitution does not delineate those responsibilities.

The document is also silent on how a chief justice should practice leadership within a body composed of five independent and essentially equal members.

“I want to be deferential to my colleagues,” Reiber says. “I don’t intend to assume a role in which I mandate anything.”

He adds, however, that “a chief justice can set a tone for the court. Through leadership, the chief justice can bring issues to the table and in combination with the other four justices, set an agenda for the court. It’s incumbent on us to work collaboratively.”

This is the area where Reiber is apparently expected to make a big difference.

In announcing the appointment of a new chief justice, Douglas implied that he chose Reiber partly based on the mediation skills he demonstrated as an associate justice. Sources with some knowledge of the court’s inner workings suggest that tensions and divisions among some justices deepened during the latter stages of Amestoy’s sevenyear service. “It’s not that Jeff did a bad job,” says one attorney, speaking on condition of anonymity. “There’s just a need for a different approach.”

That perceived need may intensify as retention hearings approach for all the Supreme Court justices. In its upcoming session, the legislature will review the performance of the five high as well as about a dozen lower-court judges, and then vote on whether they should keep their posts.

Attorneys familiar with the process say the bench as a whole will benefit if the five Supreme Court justices are unified as they come before the State Legislature for job evaluations.

Reiber declines to discuss any interpersonal or philosophical splits that may be impairing the court’s work. On the contrary, he emphasizes the harmonious relations he has enjoyed with the other justices. He says his transition onto the Supreme Court from private practice was “seamless” thanks to the “unstinting good guidance” he received from Amestoy and the associate justices, especially Marilyn Skoglund who, Reiber says, has acted as his mentor.

“Sure, you lock horns on issues,” he acknowledges.

“That’s what deliberations are all about.” The justices engage in “candid discussions” when they consider cases in the privacy of their conference room — to which even clerks are not admitted, Reiber notes.

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seminar on Law, Politics and Same-Sex Marriage, Amestoy also says that substantive disagreements are a normal aspect of the court’s workings. He notes, however, that the justices often achieved unanimity on decisions during his tenure.

The percentage of such rulings was roughly the same when his own predecessor, Frederic Allen, presided over the court, Amestoy adds. And he predicts that the frequency of unanimous rulings will remain consistent under Chief Justice Reiber.

While he would no doubt welcome unanimity on major decisions, Reiber seems more concerned with cultivating a collegiality that respects differences and values open-mindedness. Ideally, he says, the court should exhibit the qualities a trial attorney looks for in a jury.

“You want people who will rethink their position when new information is presented,” Reiber says. “The law is complex, multifaceted. You research it and then you rethink your position.”

Reiber’s personality may equip him well for the delicate task of encouraging frank exchanges while striving for consensus. His earnest expression assures interlocutors that he’s interested in what they have to say.

“Paul was very well respected as a lawyer and as an associate justice,” says Bar Association head Paolini. “There’s a basic decency about him. People get along well with him.” Paolini adds that as a defense attorney representing insurance firms, Reiber consistently maintained good working relationships with plaintiffs’ lawyers. “He can relate to differing viewpoints,” Paolini says.

Kenlan adds that when Reiber was a partner in Kenlan, Schweibert, Hall & Facey in Rutland, “Paul was always able to state his own position and to respect others’ in situations where there were differences within the firm. One of his greatest assets was the ability to bring consensus to the firm.”

Reiber confirms that inter-

personal skills may be his forté.

“I do like working with people,” he says. “It’s something I’ve always enjoyed.”

His extensive experience in private practice may have struck Douglas as an equally important asset. “The governor wasn’t looking for somebody who was part of the scene,” Reiber suggests.

“There’s a general perception that the courts are populated too much by people coming out of the public sector. There’s a sense that more attention should be paid to putting members of the private bar onto the courts.”

Paolini offers a similar assessment. “Having to run a business as well as being a lawyer is a different experience from getting a state paycheck.”

The challenges awaiting Reiber in the chief justice job will likely leave him with even less leisure time than he had enjoyed during his year as an associate justice.

Trim and tall, Reiber says he runs and bikes, when he can.

Reading novels, in addition to law journals, is another diversion, though Reiber remarks ruefully that he’s not been able to get to Phillip Roth’s The Human Stain since joining the high court.

He also tries to spend time with his 15-year-old daughter, Abigail, a student at Rutland High School. Another daughter, Lee, attends the University of Connecticut Law School.

While he may not have many heroes, Reiber says he does greatly value the friends he has made in Vermont since moving to the state after receiving a degree from Suffolk Law School in Boston. A Pittsburgh native and a 1970 graduate of Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia, Reiber says he chose to live in northern New England because his wife’s family has roots in New Hampshire and Maine.

It’s clear that Reiber regards his elevation to the top spot on the state’s highest court as the pinnacle of his career. And he hopes to hold onto the job for a while, he says, noting half-jokingly that the state does not mandate retirement until age 90.

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Much of a justice’s time is spent on what is referred to in legalese as pro se cases. These involve appeals to the Supreme Court by individuals acting as their own attorneys.

“The process we follow for dispute resolution, while not the cheapest or simplest, is a mechanism by which a little guy is empowered to have his disputes resolved,” Reiber comments. “A lot of resources are directed to helping people handle disputes by themselves, particularly in family court and small-claims court, but here as well. A tremendous effort is made to make sure everyone has their say.”

While appeals courts in other states also hear pro se cases, there’s something very Vermont about an individual with no legal training being able to make a plea for justice at the highest level.

In addition to serving as the state’s only appeals tribunal, the Vermont Supreme Court must consider every case presented to it, either as oral arguments or strictly in written form. The court has no discretion in deciding what to hear.

“This is the end of the road,” Reiber remarks. While some of his court’s rulings may technically be appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court, it is “very unusual” for that to occur, he notes.

Because of the institution’s immense importance and high degree of confidentiality, Reiber says he can understand why the public may view the Supreme Court as “mysterious.” “What people should know,” he says, “is that we are nothing more than human beings who do our job as best we can as it is defined for us.”

And the institution itself, he notes, is “not perfect.”

To make the court more accessible and less of an enigma, Reiber plans to speak regularly in public forums. “It’s important for a chief justice to be available,” he says. 쩾

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HORNING IN :: Saxophonist Dave Grippo is a certifiable local music institution.

Over the years “The Truth” has blown on five Phish albums, and he was a prominent member of Trey Anastasio’s solo outfit. His own

The Grippo Funk Band, is as tight as they come,

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with highly danceable jams that pack a wallop. On New Year’s Eve, Grippo and co. step away from their usual Red Square haunt to provide the music for Seven Days’ “Big Bang” celebration. The gala, which takes place at ECHO at the Leahy Center, will benefit the ECHO Access Fund — and provide an up-close view of the fireworks. Grippo also plays Nectar’s on Friday, Jan. 7, and at Red Square January 3 & 10.

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BIG HEAVY BUZZ First Night in Burlington presents an almost overwhelming amount of live music, much of which consists of classical, folk and jazz. But if you’re in the mood for edgier fare, check out Big Heavy World and 99.9 FM’s annual Buzzfest. Taking place on five stages — including Memorial Auditorium, 242 Main, the Annex, Edmunds School and the YMCA — the event boasts some of the highest-octane sounds the area has to offer.

Straight-out hardcore and metal is unleashed at Edmunds, while Memorial features more of an alt-rock vibe. There’s the expected punk-rock fare at 242 Main, and the Annex will be transformed into an urban nightclub. The YMCA is also showcasing several acting troupes. A First Night button gets you admission to each venue.

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PHASING OUT THE PHISHERY

modern musicians such as the Greyboy

The New Year means goodnight for Dionysian Productions and Phish Mail Order, according to Dionysian spokesman Jason Colton. “The end of the band was sad for all of us, but what’s even more sad is the breakup of the team,” Colton says. “There were a lot of very talented and interesting individuals there that worked together for a long time.”

Colton is currently managing Mike Gordon’s solo pursuits — the bassist is presently in the studio recording a second album with acoustic guitar maestro Leo Kottke. The Charlottesville, Virginia-based Red Light Management will handle Trey Anastasio’s career. Founded by management guru Coran Capshaw, the company also works with the Dave Matthews Band. Longtime Dionysian staffers Beth Montuori Rowles and Ben Collette will maintain a small Burlington office to handle some of the guitarist’s business, however.

Colton is planning on taking it easy this winter, but hopes to be part of another music management company by springtime. Although Dionysian is no longer an entity, longtime Phish archivist Kevin Shapiro will oversee a scaled-down headquarters responsible for future releases and Phish schwag, though manufacturing and order fulfillment has been licensed to a merchandising company. Given the success of the Grateful Dead’s “Dick’s Picks” series of live discs, it wouldn’t be off the mark to expect similar offerings from Trey & the gang, although specific plans have yet to be announced.

Things are already winding down at Phish Mail Order; the crew is “wrapping up” a holiday clearance sale and, according to Colton, business has been brisk. Packages will be packed and shipped right up until Christmas, but after that, it’s lights out.

Time off is always welcome, but for long-time employees of the band, life outside the phishbowl will take some getting used to. “Working for Phish was a unique experience that will be hard to replicate anywhere else,” Colton says.

Allstars and Derek Trucks cite him as a major influence. Hear Sparks’ oldschool soul and funky jazz Saturday, Jan. 8, at the Eclipse Theater in Waitsfield.

TINSEL AND TWANG Vermont’s kings of western-tinged rock ’n’ roll, the Chrome Cowboys, showed their Christmas spirit a couple of weeks ago at Club Metronome. For their Holiday Ho-Down, the band recruited a handful of musician pals to join the festivities, including The Middle 8, Ryan Ober and Swale. Local chanteuse Marie Whiteford reprised her performance of “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” from Charles, Dead or Alive?’s own xmas-themed set at the Waiting Room, while songbird Juliet McVicker got saucy with “Santa Baby.”

The crowd ate it up, drinking, dancing and generally getting loose despite the frigid temperature outside.

When a spontaneous conga line developed, it was obvious that maximum merriment had been achieved.

Playing exclusively holiday-themed material, the Cowboys were in top form. One of the snazziest, classiest groups around, these guys always give a great show, no matter what the season.

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OPEN MIKE W/2ND AGENDA, Manhattan Pizza & Pub, 10 p.m. NC. DAVE HARRISON W/STARSTRUCK KARAOKE, JPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub, 10 p.m. NC. DJ HECTOR (dance/salsa), Kahiki Moon, 10 p.m. $3.

DJ A-DOG (hip-hop/lounge), Waiting Room, 10 p.m. NC. LIVE BLUEGRASS Henryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub, Holiday Inn, 9 p.m. NC. SETH YACOVONE BAND, VORCZA (rock/funk /jam/progressive-jazz), Higher Ground Ballroom, 9 p.m. $8/10. AA. DJ DEMUS (reggae/dancehall), Monkey House, 9 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE, Genoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Karaoke Club, from 8 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Edgewater Pub, 9:30 p.m. NC.

:: champlain valley LADIESâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; NIGHT, City Limits, 9 p.m. NC.

:: central

THU.30 :: burlington area

SHANE HARDIMAN TRIO (jazz), Radio Bean, 6 p.m. NC, followed by ANNA COOGAN (singer-songwriter), 9 p.m. NC, followed by

:: northern HOUSE BAND (classic rock), Samiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Harmony Pub, 9 p.m. NC. MITCH & MIKE (jazz), Chow! Bella, 6 p.m. NC. SASSY KARAOKE, Tabu CafĂŠ & Nightclub, 8 p.m. NC. NAMED BY STRANGERS (jam-rock), Rusty Nail, 10 p.m. NC. LADIESâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; NIGHT (Sound Obsession DJ), Naked Turtle, 9:30 p.m. NC. FRENCH NIGHT W/JEAN JACQUES & NATE

(French music/cabaret), Beeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Knees, 7:30 p.m. NC. WEST COAST SWINGERS (jazz), Overtime Saloon, 9 p.m. NC. JIM WEIDER & FRIENDS (rock), Matterhorn, 9 p.m. NC.

FRI.31

:: burlington area BLACK SEA QUARTET, GUA GUA (gypsy/klezmer/psychotropical), Radio Bean, midnight. $5.

PINE STREET JAZZ W/JODY ALBRIGHT, Parima, 7 p.m. NC. NEW YEARâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BASH W/DJ PRECIOUS & CRAIG MITCHELL (dance/house), 135 Pearl, 10 p.m. $15.

DAN PARKS (rock), RĂ­ RĂĄ Irish Pub, 10 p.m. NC. DJ NASTEE (hip-hop), Red Square, 10 p.m. NC. JULIET MCVICKER (jazz), 1/2 Lounge, 10 p.m. NC. NAMED BY STRANGERS, CASUAL FIASCO (acoustic rock/jam), Nectarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 9:30 p.m. $10/15.

FATTIE B. LIVE IN â&#x20AC;&#x2122;05 (â&#x20AC;&#x2122;70s & â&#x20AC;&#x2122;80s DJ), Club Metronome, 9:30 p.m. $10.

KARAOKE, Manhattan Pizza & Pub, 10 p.m.

NC. TOP HAT DANCETERIA (DJs), Rasputinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 10 p.m. $3.

NEW YEARâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EVE CELEBRATION (DJs), Millennium Nightclub, 9 p.m. $10/20. 18+.

HIP-HOP/REGGAE/DANCEHALL DJS, Ruben James, 10 p.m. NC. DAVE HARRISON W/STARSTRUCK KARAOKE, JPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub, 10 p.m. NC. DAN SILVERMAN TRIO (jazz), Wine Bar at Wine Works, 9 p.m. NC. BIKINI BASHMENT W/DEMUS (reggae DJ), Kahiki Moon, 10 p.m. NC. THE FUNK COLLECTION Waiting Room, 6 p.m. NC, followed by DJ A-DOG (hiphop/lounge), 10 p.m. NC. SEVEN DAYS PRESENTS THE BIG BANG W/GRIPPO FUNK BAND (Echo Access Fund benefit), Echo at the Leahy Center, 9 p.m. $40/50.

KARAOKE KAPERS (host Bob Bolyard), St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club, 7 p.m. NC. NEW YEARâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EVE BASH W/STUR CRAZIE, SUPERSOUNDS DJ (rock), Henryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub, Holiday Inn, 9 p.m. $25/125.

2ND AGENDA, MANIFEST NEXTO ME (hiphop/rock), Monkey House, 10 p.m. $3.

KARAOKE W/MR DJ, Champlain Lanes Family Fun Center, 8:30 p.m. NC. AA.

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TOP HAT ENTERTAINMENT DANCE PARTY (DJ), City Limits, 9 p.m. NC.

X-RAYS OPEN MIC NIGHT W. DREW OF NAMED BY STRANGERS

:: central LEFT EYE JUMP (blues), Charlie O’s, 10 p.m.

NC. LUCKY STAR W/PHIL CARR, SARAH MUNRO, DAN HALEY, MARK LEGRAND (folk/ Americana), Black Door Bar & Bistro, 9 p.m. NC. EDIFIED PRESENTS: NEW YEAR’S BALL W/35TH PARALLEL, MAGIC CITY (world/fusion/jazz), Langdon St. Café, 7 p.m. $20.

BABALOO (punk-mambo), Eclipse Theater, 9 p.m. $15.

NEW YEAR’S EVE W/NOBBY REED BLUES PROJECT Middle Earth, 9 p.m. $20.

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:: burlington area CHRISTIAN MENDO (singer-songwriter), Radio Bean, 8 p.m. NC, followed by ALEX WILSON (singer-songwriter), 9 p.m. NC. DJ COREY (hip-hop), Rí Rá Irish Pub, 10 p.m.

NC. DJ A-DOG (hip-hop), Red Square, 10 p.m. NC. KIP MEAKER (blues/jazz), 1/2 Lounge, 7 p.m.

NC. RETRONOME (’70s-’80s DJs), Club Metronome, 10 p.m. $3.

KARAOKE, Manhattan Pizza & Pub, 10 p.m. NC. MASSIVE (DJs), Rasputin’s, 10 p.m. $3.

SPIN CYCLE (top 40 dance DJs), Millennium Nightclub, 9 p.m. $3/10. 18+ before 11 p.m.

RUGGER (hip-hop/r&b DJ), Ruben James, 10 p.m. NC. DAVE HARRISON W/STARSTRUCK KARAOKE, JP’s Pub, 10 p.m. NC. NASTEE DOG W/DJ A-DOG & NASTEE (hip-hop), Kahiki Moon, 10 p.m. NC. DJ ENWEEZ (retro/eclectic), Waiting Room, 10 p.m. NC. STUR CRAZIE (rock), Henry’s Pub, Holiday Inn, 9 p.m. NC. GROOVER (funk/hip-hop), Monkey House, 10 p.m. $3.

SONIA DADA (rock/soul), Higher Ground Ballroom, 9 p.m. $18/20. 18+.

MONSTER HITS DJ (top 40), Backstage Pub, 9 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE W/MIKE PELKEY Banana Winds Café 8 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Geno’s Karaoke Club, from 3 p.m.

NC. KARAOKE W/REX, Franny O’s, 9:30 p.m. NC.

:: champlain valley SUPERSOUNDS DJ, Red Mill Restaurant, 10:15 p.m. NC. DANCE PARTY (DJ), City Limits, 9 p.m. NC.

:: central REBEL ALLIANCE (rock), Charlie O’s, 10 p.m.

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:: northern ELLEN POWELL DUO (jazz), Jeff’s Maine Seafood, 6:30 p.m. NC. REV. NATHAN BRADY CRAIN (dirty solo acoustic), Overtime Saloon, 9 p.m. NC. NONE THE WISER (Irish), Bee’s Knees, 7:30 p.m. NC. ALL NIGHT DANCE PARTY W/DJ SKIPPY, Tabu Café & Nightclub, 5 p.m. – 4 a.m. $2/10. 18+ before 11 p.m.

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BOSTON HORNS (funk/r&b; New Year’s Eve bash), Rusty Nail, 10 p.m. $30.

TAR BEACH (rock), Monopole, 9 p.m. NC. PAUL DOUSE & THE REBEL ALLIANCE ALLSTARS (rock; black tie New Year’s gala), Overtime Saloon, 9 p.m. $35.

NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH W/TAMMY FLETCHER & THE DISCIPLES (soul/pop/r&b), The Matterhorn, 9 p.m. $25.

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JAZZ MANDOLIN PROJECT W/JON FISHMAN, TURKEY BOUILLON MAFIA (bluegrass/ jazz/jam), Higher Ground Ballroom, 9 p.m. $20/25. 18+.

CHROME COWBOYS, GRACE POTTER & THE NOCTURNALS (country-rock/jazz/blues/ funk/soul), Higher Ground Showcase Lounge, 9 p.m. $20/25. 18+.

CHAOS CREW (rock), Backstage Pub, 9 p.m.

NC. SAND BLIZZARD (rock), Trackside Tavern, 9 p.m. NC. HARD LUCK (rock), B.U. Emporium, 8:30 p.m.

NC. WIZN BAR & GRILL (live radio show), Lincoln Inn Lounge, 4 p.m. NC, followed by SUPERSOUNDS DJ (dance party/game show), 9 p.m. NC. UNCLE SCARY PROJECT (rock), Banana Winds Café, 9 p.m. NC. NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY W/DJ LIVEWIRE Edgewater Pub, 9 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Geno’s Karaoke Club, from 6 p.m.

NC. PUSH (rock), Franny O’s, 9 p.m. NC.

:: champlain valley

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BOSTON HORNS (funk), Rusty Nail, 10 p.m. $5.

U.N.I. (reggae), The Matterhorn, 9 p.m. NC.

SUN.02 :: burlington area

OLD-TIME SESSIONS (traditional), Radio Bean, from 1 p.m. NC, followed by GREGORY DOUGLASS (pop/singer-songwriter), 8 p.m. NC. IRISH SESSIONS (Celtic/folk), Rí Rá Irish Pub, 5 p.m. NC. NASTEE SOUL SUNDAY (DJ), Red Square, 10 p.m. NC. SYLLABIC (live drums/turntables), 1/2 Lounge, 10 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE Nectar’s, 9:30 p.m. NC. SUNDAY NIGHT MASS (house/techno), Club Metronome, 10 p.m. $6.

OPEN MIKE, JP’s Pub, 9 p.m. NC. ARTS PROJECT BENEFIT Waiting Room, 7:30 p.m. $3.

KARAOKE, Geno’s Karaoke Club, from 6 p.m.

NC. KARAOKE, Edgewater Pub, 9:30 p.m. NC.

:: champlain valley

:: northern OPEN MIKE, Sami’s Harmony Pub, 7 p.m. NC. JERRY LAVENE (jazz guitar), Chow! Bella, 6:30 p.m. NC.

TUE.04 :: burlington area

GUA GUA (psychotropical), Radio Bean, 6 p.m.

NC, followed by ANDRIC SEVERANCE TRIO (Latin jazz), 8 p.m. NC. DAYVE HUCKETT (solo acoustic), Leunig’s, 7 p.m. NC. BASHMENT W/DEMUS & SUPER K (reggae/dancehall), Red Square, 9 p.m. NC. REBECCA HALL (folk/Americana), Nectar’s, 7 p.m. NC. LIVE DJS, Kahiki Moon, 10 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Edgewater Pub, 9:30 p.m. NC.

:: champlain valley LADIES’ NIGHT, City Limits, 9 p.m. NC.

:: central

:: central

BILLY CALDWELL (singer-songwriter), Charlie O’s, 10 p.m. NC. JAZZ NIGHT W/MICHAEL ARNOWITT & FRIENDS Black Door Bar & Bistro, 8 p.m.

NC. D’MOJA (worldbeat), Eclipse Theater, 9:30 p.m. $5.

JAZZ NIGHT W/ROB MORSE & FRIENDS, Langdon Street Café, 6 p.m. NC.

:: northern

:: northern

CHRIS LYON (singer-songwriter), Bee’s Knees, 7:30 p.m. NC. KARAOKE W/SASSY, Monopole, 9 p.m. NC.

JAZZ BRUNCH W/FRED BARNES (piano), Two Brothers Tavern, 10:30 a.m. NC.

SOUND OBSESSION DJ, Naked Turtle, 9:30 p.m. $1.

JAY EKIS (worldbeat/rock), Bee’s Knees, 7:30 p.m. NC. SUNDAY SUPER SESSIONS (live local music), Tabu Café & Nightclub, 1 p.m. NC.

MON.03 :: burlington area

OPEN MIKE, Radio Bean, 7 p.m. NC. DAVE GRIPPO (funk/jazz), Red Square, 10 p.m.

NC. ’93 TILL W/DJ A-DOG, NASTEE & RUSSELL (underground hip-hop/old-school), Nectar’s, 9 p.m. NC. MUSIC MACHINE W/DJ TRANSPLANTE (eclectic), The Monkey House, 9 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Trackside Tavern, 9 p.m. NC.

WED.05 :: burlington area

IRISH SESSIONS, Radio Bean, 8 p.m. NC. PINE STREET JAZZ, Parima, 7 p.m. NC. TOP HAT KARAOKE, 135 Pearl, 9 p.m. NC. PAUL ASBELL TRIO (jazz), Leunig’s, 7 p.m.

NC. LAST NIGHT’S JOY (Celtic/bluegrass), Rí Rá Irish Pub, 7 p.m. NC. JAMES HARVEY & GARUDA (jazz), Red Square, 8 p.m. NC, followed by MEMBERS ONLY W/FATTIE B. (’80s DJ), 11 p.m. NC. MAD HAMSTER, GHOSTS OF PASHA, INTERGALACTIC TAXI (alt-rock), Nectar’s, 9 p.m.

NC.

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venues 411

After Dark Music Series at United Methodist Church, Rt. 7/Seminary St., Middlebury, 388-0216.

American Flatbread, 115 St. Paul St., Burlington, 861-2999.

Ashley’s, Merchant’s Row, Randolph, 728-9182.

Backstage Pub, 60 Pearl St., Essex Jct., 878-5494.

Backstreet, 17 Hudson St., St. Albans, 527-2400.

Bad Girls Café Main St., Johnson, 635-7025.

Ball & Chain Café 16 Park St., Brandon, 247-0050.

Banana Winds Café & Pub 1 Towne Marketplace, Essex Jct., 879-0752.

Barre Opera House, 6 North Main St., Barre, 476-8188.

Bayside Pavilion, 13 Georgia Shore Rd., St. Albans, 524-0909.

Bee’s Knees, 82 Lower Main St., Morrisville, 888-7889.

Beyond Infinity Upstairs, 43 Center St., Brandon, 247-5100.

Black Bear Tavern & Grill, 205 Hastings Hill, St. Johnsbury, 748-1428.

Black Door Bistro, 44 Main St., Montpelier, 223-7070.

The Bobcat Café, 5 Main St., Bristol, 453-3311.

Borders Books & Music, 29 Church St., Burlington, 865-2711.

Breakwater Café, 1 King St., Burlington, 658-6276.

The Brewski, Rt. 108, Jeffersonville, 644-6366.

B.U. Emporium, 163 Porters Point Rd., Colchester, 658-4292 Capitol Grounds, 45 State St., Montpelier, 223-7800.

Champlain Lanes Family Fun Center, 2630 Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, 985-2576.

Charlie B’s, 1746 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-7355.

Charlie O’s, 70 Main St., Montpelier, 223-6820.

Chow! Bella, 28 N. Main St., St. Albans, 524-1405.

City Limits, 14 Greene St., Vergennes, 877-6919.

Club Metronome, 188 Main St., Burlington, 865-4563.

City Hall Auditorium, Burlington City Hall, 865-7166.

Cuzzin’s Nightclub, 230 North Main St., Barre, 479-4344.

Eclipse Theater, 48 Carroll Rd., Waitsfield, 496-8913.

Edgewater Pub, 340 Malletts Bay Ave., Colchester, 865-4214.

Finkerman’s Riverside Barbecue, 188 River St, Montpelier, 229-2295.

Flynn Center/FlynnSpace, 153 Main St., Burlington, 863-5966.

Franny O’s, 733 Queen City Pk. Rd., Burlington, 863-2909.

Geno’s Karaoke Club, 127 Porters Point Road, Colchester, 658-2160.

Gezellig, 324 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington, 660-9346.

Good Times Café, Rt. 116, Hinesburg, 482-4444.

Halvorson’s Upstreet Café, 16 Church St., Burlington, 658-0278.

Hardwick Town House, 127 Church St., Hardwick, 456-8966.

Henry’s Pub, Holiday Inn, 1068 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 863-6361.

Higher Ground, 1214 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 654-8888.

JP’s Pub, 139 Main St., Burlington, 658-6389.

Jeff’s Maine Seafood, 65 N. Main St., St. Albans, 524-6135.

Kacey’s, 31 Federal St., St. Albans, 524-9864.

Kahiki Moon, 1 Lawson Lane, Burlington. 660-4852.

The Kept Writer, 50 North Main St., St. Albans, 527-6242.

Langdon St. Café, 4 Langdon St., Montpelier, 223-8667.

Leunig’s, 115 Church St., Burlington, 863-3759.

Lincoln Inn Lounge, 4 Park St., Essex Jct., 878-3309.

Lion’s Den Pub, Mountain Road, Jeffersonville, 644-5567.

WEDNESDAY December 29

Mad River Unplugged at Valley Players Theater, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-8910.

Manhattan Pizza & Pub, 167 Main St., Burlington, 658-6776.

Matterhorn, 4969 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-8198.

McKee’s Pub, 19 East Allen St., Winooski, 655-0048.

Middle Earth Music Hall, Bradford, 222-4748.

Millennium Nightclub, 165 Church St., Burlington, 660-2088.

The Monkey House, 30 Main St., Winooski, 655-4563.

Monopole, 7 Protection Ave., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-563-2222.

Muddy Waters, 184 Main St., Burlington, 658-0466.

Music Box, 147 Creek Rd., Craftsbury, 586-7533.

Music Club, 110 Business Center Rd. Williamstown, 443-6106.

Naked Turtle, 1 Dock St., Plattsburgh, N.Y., 518-566-6200 Nectar’s, 188 Main St., Burlington, 658-4771.

1/2, 136 1/2 Church St., Burlington, 865-0012.

135 Pearl St., Burlington, 863-2343.

Old Lantern, Greenbush Rd., Charlotte, 425-2120.

Orion Pub & Grill, Route 108, Jeffersonville, 644-8884.

Overtime Saloon, 38 S. Main St., St. Albans, 524-0357.

Paramount Theater, 30 Center St., Rutland, 775-0570.

Parima, 185 Pearl St., Burlington, 864-7917.

Park Place Tavern, 38 Park St., Essex Jct., 878-3015.

Peabody’s Pub, Plattsburgh, 518-561-0158.

Pickle Barrel Nightclub, Killington Rd., Killington, 422-3035.

Phoenix Bar, Sugarbush Village, Warren, 583-2003.

The Positive Pie, 69 Main St., Plainfield, 454-0133.

Purple Moon Pub, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-3422.

Radio Bean, 8 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington, 660-9346.

Rasputin’s, 163 Church St., Burlington, 864-9324.

Red Mill Restaurant, Basin Harbor, Vergennes, 475-2311.

Red Square, 136 Church St., Burlington, 859-8909.

Rhapsody Café, 28 Main St., Montpelier, 229-6112.

Rhythm & Brews Coffeehouse, UVM, Burlington, 6564211.

Riley Rink, Rt. 7A Noth, Manchester, 362-0150.

Ripton Community Coffee House, Rt. 125, 388-9782.

Rí Rá Irish Pub, 123 Church St., Burlington, 860-9401.

Riverwalk Records, 30 State St., Montpelier, 223-3334.

Rozzi’s Lakeshore Tavern, 1072 West Lakeshore Dr., Colchester, 863-2342.

Ruben James, 159 Main St., Burlington, 864-0744.

Rusty Nail, Mountain Rd., Stowe, 253-6245.

Sami’s Harmony Pub, 216 Rt. 7, Milton, 893-7267.

St. John’s Club, 9 Central Ave., Burlington, 864-9778.

Starlight Lounge, 48 Carroll Rd., Waitsfield, 496-8913.

Stowehof Inn, Edson Hill Rd., Stowe, 253-9722.

Sweetwaters, 118 Church St., Burlington, 864-9800.

Tabu Café & Nightclub, 14 Margaret St., Plattsburgh, 518-566-0666.

Three Mountain Lodge, Jeffersonville, 644-5736.

Trackside Tavern, 18 Malletts Bay Ave., Winooski, 655-9542.

Two Brothers Tavern, 86 Main St., Middlebury, 388-0002.

242 Main, Burlington, 862-2244.

Upper Deck Pub at the Windjammer, 1076 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, 862-6585.

Valley Players Theater, Rt. 100, Waitsfield, 496-8910.

Vermont Pub & Brewery, 144 College St., Burlington, 865-0500.

The Waiting Room, 156 St. Paul St., Burlington, 862-3455.

Wine Bar at Wine Works, 133 St. Paul St., Burlington, 951-9463.

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1. Norah Jones — Feels Like Home 2. Ray Charles — Genius Loves Company 3. Norah Jones — Come Away With Me 4. k.d. lang — Hymns of the 49th Parallel 5. Wilco — A Ghost Is Born 6. Beastie Boys— To the Five Boroughs 7. Phish — Undermind 8. Modest Mouse — Good News for People Who Love Bad News 9. Outkast — Speakerboxxx 10. Sarah McLachlan — Afterglow

1. Evanescence — Fallen 2. Black Eyed Peas — Elephunk 3. Norah Jones — Come Away With Me 4. Ray Charles — Genius Loves Company 5. Sheryl Crow — Very Best Of 6. Shania Twain — Greatest Hits 7. Los Lonely Boys — Los Lonely Boys 8. Norah Jones — Feels Like Home 9. Guns ’n’ Roses — Greatest Hits 10. Alison Krauss & Union Station — Forget About It

1. Norah Jones — Feels Like Home 2. Ray Charles — Genius Loves Company 3. Norah Jones — Come Away With Me 4. Anonymous 4 — American Angels 5. Anäis Mitchell — Hymns for the Exiled 6. Elisabeth von Trapp — Poetic License 7. Gilbert & Sullivan— Pirates of Penzance (highlights) 8. Various Artists — Putumayo Presents: Sahara Lounge 9. Various Artists — Vermont Kitchen Tonks & Parlor Songs 10. Joshua Bell — Romance of the Violin

1. Gibson Brothers — Long Way Back Home 2. Norah Jones — Feels Like Home 3. Various Artists — Heart So Cold: The North Country ’60s Scene 4. Gibson Brothers — Bona Fide 5. Tragically Hip — In Between Evolution 6. Usher — Confessions 7. Velvet Revolver — Contraband 8. Green Day — American Idiot 9. Ray Charles — Genius Loves Company 10. Eric Clapton — Me & Mr. Johnson

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reviewthis TOP TEN VERMONT ALBUMS OF 2004

1. VARIOUS ARTISTS: Heart So Cold: The North Country ’60s Scene

While the last 12 months were marked by a few small political victories and more than a couple letdowns, Vermonters could at least enjoy another bumper crop of local music.

Yours truly hasn’t been at the Seven Days Music Desk for too long, but with assistance from our trusty stable of reviewers and my esteemed predecessor, I’ve managed to select our 10 favorite discs of the year.

This year saw the rebirth of the local compilation CD, with Grand Design Music Company’s Store This in a Cool Dark Place, Radio Bean’s Gezellig Vol.1 and L-Burner’s Burlington’s Un-Scene collections showcasing a multiplicity of styles.

From indie-rock and jam to Americana, funk and hip-hop, these discs proved the Queen City is a diverse place — at least musically.

Some of our favorite musicians returned in strong form, as evidenced by Michael Chorney’s recent solo work and Patti Casey’s collaboration with Paul Asbell. Sandra Wright and Big Joe Burrell also made sweet music together and Elisabeth von Trapp’s voice has the power to move Green Mountains.

At the eleventh hour, we were buried under a stack of rock discs; releases from Ghosts of Pasha, User Shorty Patent Company and Rock ’n’ Roll Sherpa all deserve mention, even if one of these albums has yet to be reviewed. Soon, guys, soon.

Keep in mind this list is in no particular order — if we had to determine a ranking as well as a top 10, we might be squabbling through the New Year.

To all Vermont artists who put so much heart, soul and energy into recording your musical visions, thanks. Your efforts made this strange year more bearable. See you in ’05.

CASEY REA

2. MISSY BLY: Clean Bee 3. BLACK SEA QUARTET: Be Always Drunken 4. MICHAEL CHORNEY: Songs From the Secret Ink 5. ELISABETH VON TRAPP: Poetic License 6. VARIOUS ARTISTS: L. Burners Proudly Presents Burlington’s Un-Scene 7. PATTI CASEY: Just an Old Sweet Song 8. SWALE: Verdigris 9. SUSANNAH CLIFFORD BLACHLY: Girl in the Photograph 10. THE LONELY SAMOANS: Here Come the Lonely Samoans

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WED.05 << 49A OPEN MIKE W/2ND AGENDA, Manhattan Pizza & Pub, 10 p.m. NC. DAVE HARRISON W/STARSTRUCK KARAOKE, JP’s Pub, 10 p.m. NC. DJ A-DOG (hip-hop/lounge), Waiting Room, 10 p.m. NC. LIVE BLUEGRASS Henry’s Pub, Holiday Inn, 9 p.m. NC. DJ DEMUS (reggae/dancehall), Monkey House, 9 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE, Geno’s Karaoke Club, from 8 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Edgewater Pub, 9:30 p.m. NC.

:: champlain valley LADIES’ NIGHT, City Limits, 9 p.m. NC.

:: central BLUE FOX (blues), Charlie O’s, 10 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE Langdon St. Café, 7 p.m. NC. ROB WILLIAMS (folk-rock), Purple Moon Pub, 7 p.m. NC.

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TIMELESS AND TRUE :: New York singer-songwriter Rebecca Hall has been called a “new folk classicist” by the Boston Herald. Taking her cues from the likes of Davy Graham and Nick Drake, her ruminations on love and loss are framed within the context of traditional ballads, gospel and blues. A rising star of acoustic music, Hall leaves audiences wowed wherever she plays. Hear her Tuesday, Jan. 4, at Nectar’s, and Saturday, Jan. 8, at Radio Bean.

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SHANE HARDIMAN TRIO (jazz), Radio Bean, 6 p.m. NC, followed by SEAN HOOD & CARL DANIELSON (indie-rock), 9 p.m. NC, followed by KEVIN HUELBIG JR. (indie-rock), 10 p.m. NC. WHAT THE FOLK? PRESENTS AARON FLINN, MARY PATTERSON (singer-songwriters), 135 Pearl, 9 p.m. $7, followed by QUEEN CITY ROCK W/DJ ELLIOT & CHIA, 10 p.m. NC. BIG JOE BURRELL & FRIENDS (jazz/blues), Halvorson’s, 8 p.m. NC. ELLEN POWELL & FRIENDS (jazz), Leunig’s, 7 p.m. NC. FATTIE B. & DJ A-DOG (live hip-hop), Red Square, 10 p.m. NC. NICK CASSARINO (jazz guitar), 1/2 Lounge 10 p.m. NC. THE HUNTINGTON PROJECT, NBFB (rock/jazz/jam), Nectar’s, 9:30 p.m. NC. LADIES’ NIGHT W/DJ ROBBIE J, E-RUCK, DA CHAMP (hip-hop/r&b/dancehall), Millennium Nightclub, 10 p.m. $3-7/NC. 18+ before 11 p.m.

TOP HAT ENTERTAINMENT DANCE PARTY (hip-hop/r&b DJs), Rasputin’s, 10 p.m. NC. C-LOW (hip-hop DJ), Ruben James, 10 p.m. NC. THE BIG OTHER (rock), JP’s Pub, 10 p.m. NC. ANDRIC SEVERANCE (solo piano), Wine Bar at Wine Works 7 p.m. NC.

LARRY BRETT’S JUKEBOX LADIES’ REQUEST NIGHT (rock/urban/dance/DVD), Henry’s Pub, 8 p.m. NC. DJ TRICKY PAT (house/trance), Monkey House, 9 p.m. NC. BUDDHA FOOD GROUP (rock), Trackside Tavern, 9 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Geno’s Karaoke Club, from 6 p.m.

NC. KARAOKE, Edgewater Pub, 9:30 p.m. NC. KARAOKE W/REX, Franny O’s, 9 p.m. NC.

:: central IRISH SESSIONS Langdon Street Café, 7 p.m. NC. MAD MOUNTAIN SCRAMBLERS, THE DETONATORS, GRACE POTTER & THE NOCTURNALS (bluegrass/rock/jazz/blues/funk/soul; benefit), Eclipse Theater, 9:30 p.m. $5.

BILLY CALDWELL (acoustic rock), Purple Moon Pub, 7 p.m. NC.

:: northern HOUSE BAND (classic rock), Sami’s Harmony Pub, 9 p.m. NC. MITCH & MIKE (jazz), Chow! Bella, 6 p.m. NC. SASSY KARAOKE, Tabu Café & Nightclub, 8 p.m. NC. SKUNKHOLLOW (old-time/folk), Bee’s Knees, 7:30 p.m. NC. LADIES’ NIGHT (Sound Obsession DJ), Naked Turtle, 9:30 p.m. NC. WEST COAST SWINGERS (jazz), Overtime Saloon, 9 p.m. NC.

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:: burlington area ROB DUGUAY MEOW MIX (jazz), Radio Bean, 6 p.m. NC. WOMYN’S NIGHT W/STEPH PAPPAS & ANTARA (rock/singer-songwriters), 135 Pearl, 8 p.m. $6, followed by DJS CRAIG MITCHELL & EV (dance/house), 10 p.m. $5.

DJ COREY (hip-hop), Rí Rá Irish Pub, 10 p.m.

NC. CHROME COWBOYS (country-rock), Red Square, 8 p.m. NC, followed by DJ NASTEE (hip-hop), midnight. NC. JULIET MCVICKER (jazz), 1/2 Lounge, 10 p.m. NC. GRIPPO FUNK BAND Nectar’s, 9:30 p.m. $3-5.

LIQUID DEAD SESSIONS W/RAQ (Grateful Dead covers), Club Metronome, 9:30 p.m. $3.

KARAOKE, Manhattan Pizza & Pub, 10 p.m.

NC. TOP HAT DANCETERIA (DJs), Rasputin’s, 10 p.m. $3.

FLAVA (DJs; hip-hop/r&b/reggae), Millennium Nightclub, 9 p.m. $3/10. 18+ before 11 p.m.

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<clubdates> HIP-HOP/REGGAE/DANCEHALL DJS, Ruben James, 10 p.m. NC. DAVE HARRISON W/STARSTRUCK KARAOKE, JP’s Pub, 10 p.m. NC. KATHI TAFUTO (vocals/piano), Wine Bar at Wine Works, 5:30 p.m. NC, followed by PIANO LOUNGE W/MITCH (vocals/piano), 9 p.m. NC. BIKINI BASHMENT W/DEMUS (reggae DJ), Kahiki Moon, 10 p.m. NC. DJ A-DOG (hip-hop/lounge), Waiting Room, 10 p.m. NC. CAMUEL CROSS (jazz), Upper Deck Pub, Windjammer, 7 p.m. NC. KARAOKE KAPERS (host Bob Bolyard), St. John’s Club, 7 p.m. NC. SMOKIN’ GUN (rock), Henry’s Pub, Holiday Inn, 9 p.m. NC. MISSY BLY (indie-rock), Monkey House, 10 p.m. $3.

KARAOKE W/MR DJ, Champlain Lanes Family Fun Center, 8:30 p.m. NC. AA. KARAOKE W/PETER BOARDMAN, Backstage Pub, 9 p.m. NC. WIZN BAR & GRILL (live radio show), Lincoln Inn Lounge, 4 p.m. NC, followed by SUPERSOUNDS DJ (dance party/game show), 9 p.m. NC. THE MANSFIELD PROJECT (jazz-rock/jam), Edgewater Pub, 9 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Geno’s Karaoke Club, from 6 p.m. NC. CRITICAL MASS (rock), Franny O’s, 9 p.m. NC.

:: champlain valley TOP HAT ENTERTAINMENT DANCE PARTY (DJ), City Limits, 9 p.m. NC.

:: central RON NOYES BAND (blues-rock), Charlie O’s, 10 p.m. NC. BLACK SEA QUARTET (gypsy/klezmer; art opening), Langdon Street Café, 9 p.m. NC. LUCKY STAR (Americana), Black Door Bar & Bistro, 9 p.m. NC. DJ CRE8 (funk/soul), Eclipse Theater, 9:30 p.m. NC. TIM FOLEY & FRIENDS (blues), Purple Moon Pub, 7 p.m. NC. CHERYL WHEELER (singer-songwriter), Middle Earth, 8 p.m. $20.

:: northern KARAOKE, Sami’s Harmony Pub, 9 p.m. NC. VIP LADIES NIGHT, Tabu Café & Nightclub, 5 p.m. NC, followed by LIVE MUSIC, 10 p.m. $2/10. 18+ before 11 p.m.

LAST KID PICKED (rock), Rusty Nail, 10 p.m. $5.

EAMES BROTHERS (blues), Bee’s Knees, 7 p.m. NC. GREEN EGGS & SPAM (rock/dance), The Matterhorn, 9 p.m. NC.

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:: burlington area LAURA HESCOVITCH (singer-songwriter), Radio Bean, 7 p.m. NC, followed by REBECCA HALL (folk/Americana), 8:30 p.m. NC. TASTE W/DJ CRAIG MITCHELL 135 Pearl, 10 p.m. $5.

LIVE MUSIC Rí Rá Irish Pub, 10 p.m. NC. AMORPHOUS BAND (jam/funk), Red Square, 8 p.m. NC, followed by DJ A-DOG (hip-hop), midnight. NC. KIP MEAKER (blues/jazz), 1/2 Lounge, 7 p.m.

NC. VORCZA (progressive jazz), Nectar’s, 9 p.m. $3-5.

RETRONOME (’70s-’80s DJs), Club Metronome, 10 p.m. $3.

KARAOKE, Manhattan Pizza & Pub, 10 p.m. NC. MASSIVE (DJs), Rasputin’s, 10 p.m. $3.

SPIN CYCLE (top 40 dance DJs), Millennium Nightclub, 9 p.m. $3/10. 18+ before 11 p.m.

RUGGER (hip-hop/r&b DJ), Ruben James, 10 p.m. NC. DAVE HARRISON W/STARSTRUCK KARAOKE, JP’s Pub, 10 p.m. NC. ANTHONY GERACI (solo piano), Wine Bar at Wine Works 6 p.m. NC, followed by DAWNA HAMMERS (vocals/piano), 9 p.m. NC. NASTEE DOG W/DJ A-DOG & NASTEE (hiphop), Kahiki Moon, 10 p.m. NC. STARLINE RHYTHM BOYS (honky-tonk/rockabilly), Waiting Room, 10 p.m. NC. SMOKIN’ GUN (rock), Henry’s Pub, Holiday Inn, 9 p.m. NC. PULSE PROPHETS (roots-rock/jam), Monkey House, 10 p.m. $3.

SAND BLIZZARD (rock), Backstage Pub, 9 p.m.

NC. THE MANSFIELD PROJECT (jazz-rock/jam), Edgewater Pub, 9 p.m. NC. KARAOKE, Geno’s Karaoke Club, from 3 p.m.

NC. KARAOKE W/REX, Franny O’s, 9:30 p.m. NC.

:: champlain valley SUPERSOUNDS DJ, Red Mill Restaurant, 10:15 p.m. NC. DANCE PARTY (DJ), City Limits, 9 p.m. NC. CHRIS SMITHER (blues/singer-songwriter), United Methodist Church, 7 p.m. $18/20.

:: central BIG BOSS SAUSAGE (eclectic-rock), Charlie O’s, 10 p.m. NC. LINDA WARNAAR DUET (funky folk), Langdon Street Café, 9 p.m. NC.

GREEN MOUNTAIN RAMBLERS (oldtime/bluegrass), Riverwalk Records, 7 p.m.

NC. PATTI CASEY & PAUL ASBELL (jazz standards/singer-songwriter), Black Door Bistro, 9 p.m. NC. MELVIN SPARKS (acid jazz), Eclipse Theater, 9:30 p.m. $10.

GREG RYAN (folk-rock), Purple Moon Pub, 7 p.m. NC. ABBY JENNE BAND (rock), Middle Earth, 8 p.m. $8.

:: northern ELLEN POWELL DUO (jazz), Jeff’s Maine Seafood, 6:30 p.m. NC. RENÉE & JEFF (singer-songwriters), Overtime Saloon, 9 p.m. NC. THE HUBCATS (acoustic rock), Bee’s Knees, 7:30 p.m. NC. ALL NIGHT DANCE PARTY W/DJ SKIPPY, Tabu Café & Nightclub, 5 p.m. – 4 a.m. $2/10. 18+ before 11 p.m.

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GREEN EGGS & SPAM (rock/dance), The Matterhorn, 9 p.m. NC.

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OLD-TIME SESSIONS (traditional), Radio Bean, from 1 p.m. NC, followed by UNEMPLOYMENT HISTORY (folk), 8 p.m. NC. IRISH SESSIONS (Celtic/folk), Rí Rá Irish Pub, 5 p.m. NC. NASTEE SOUL SUNDAY (DJ), Red Square, 10 p.m. NC. SYLLABIC (live drums/turntables), 1/2 Lounge, 10 p.m. NC. OPEN MIKE Nectar’s, 9 p.m. NC. SUNDAY NIGHT MASS (house/techno), Club Metronome, 10 p.m. $6.

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KARAOKE, Geno’s Karaoke Club, from 6 p.m.

NC. KARAOKE, Edgewater Pub, 9:30 p.m. NC.

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MON.10 :: burlington area

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:: northern OPEN MIKE, Sami’s Harmony Pub, 7 p.m. NC. JERRY LAVENE (jazz guitar), Chow! Bella, 6:30 p.m. NC. MAC & JAMIE (acoustic rock), Rusty Nail, 10 p.m. $5.

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CALL TO ARTISTS THE E-1 STUDIO COLLECTIVE is seeking artistic interpretations of the president for a January juried show entitled "All Bush, No Trees." Deadline for proposals: January 14; $10 entry fee.

Info, e1studiocollective@yahoo.com.

LIBRARY BOOK CART REVITALIZATION: The Fletcher Free Library invites artists to give old and shabby book carts an "extreme makeover." Info, Barbara at 865-7211.

THE DAILY PLANET is looking for artwork for shows in the dining room, bar and solarium. Info, 862-9647 or DASHAANN@hotmail.com.

STUDIO PLACE ARTS is looking for artist books, altered books and paintings, prints or objects that incorporate words, letters or proto-letters.

Proposal deadline: January 14. Info, call 479-7069.

CATAMOUNT ARTS invites artists to participate in the first exhibition of 2005, entitled "Scale Matters."

Deadline for submissions: December 30. Info, call 748-2600 or come by Catamount office in St. Johnsbury.

OPENINGS

Real Rural

A EXHIBIT Altoon Sultan.

Cold Comfort Farm, Clarke Galleries, Stowe.

Through January 25.

ARTWORK “Roke Black Disk” by Altoon Sultan

PHOTO Marc Awodey

rt patrons who haven’t visited Stowe’s Clarke Galleries lately may be surprised to learn that there are two of them. The original, on South Main Street in the village, specializes in 19th- and 20th-century art — such as a couple of genuine Edvard Munch pastels — but has no rotating exhibitions.

The other Clarke gallery, housed in a partially unheated barn, is appropriately called Cold Comfort Farm. It also has a “sculpture garden” that’s even chillier this time of year. Sort of an art gallery version of the 1947 musical Brigadoon, Cold Comfort Farm site does not have typical visiting hours; it caters primarily to individual clients by appointment, and presents shows not readily seen anywhere else.

The photographs and paintings of Vermont artist Altoon Sultan make for just such an exhibition. Her show includes several photorealist, panoramic oil paintings of rural scenes ranging up to 8 feet long, as well as a few smaller canvasses.

There are also some 35 medium-scaled giclée digital photographs and several larger prints. It’s a comprehensive exhibition of the ex-Manhattanite’s current work, created at her own 10-acre farm, home and studio in the Northeast Kingdom.

Sultan does more than record the beauty of the landscape. She depicts not quaint shacks but actual, working farms — the machinery along with the cows.

“Ad-Bagger” is an 80-by-60-inch portrait of a mowing machine that stuffs hay and grass into one of those long, white, plastic tubes that snake over fields. Sultan presents it factually, yet with a dynamic “Z” composition spanning the vertical canvas. That attention to formalism is what makes this artist’s work so appealing. Sultan’s collection here is one brilliant composition after another.

There are telling details in “A Small Cape, Landoff, NH,” which demonstrate that Sultan’s eye is perhaps even more important that her precisionist hand in the creation of her paintings. The 30-by-82-inch painting is a perfectly rendered oil of a house, outbuilding, meadow and rolling

hills. It’s also a nearly perfect representation of the Golden Ratio — a somewhat arcane yet highly effective way of constructing compositions.

There’s another fascinating detail here: A tiny reflection of Sultan shooting a picture of the scene is recorded in the cape’s storm-door glass. That little image says, “This is a fleeting scene.” It also suggests that, like Thomas Eakins from the late 1800s and Richard Estes in the 1970s, Sultan relies heavily on photography to create her realism.

Ironically, while the paintings capture transient moments, Sultan’s digital prints record timeless shapes, patterns and rhythms. The snatches of farm machinery are arguably the best of the photos, superior to Sultan’s floral still lifes. And even though her paintings are often both monumental and intellectually engaging, the machinery photos may be more original.

“Roke Black Disk” and “Roke Yellow Disk” appear almost metallic, like details found in carnival rides. Their vibrant primary hues are bounded by shadows and the dark gray of sunlight falling on black rubber. In the former painting, the titular disk is enclosed by fat metal lines in the foreground and progressively thinner ones further back in space. In “Yellow,” the disk almost looks like a solar one, suspended by a kind of hydraulic armature. In the backgrounds of both photos are pristine cerulean skies.

Sultan’s viewpoint on most of the machine photos is the same: The shots are taken from just a few feet away. “Green Ladder” and “Green Gears” are virtually monochromatic, with both ladder and gears in front of green sheet metal.

The straight edges of the modern machinery contrast with its organic scuffs and corroded spots.

While Cold Comfort Farm may sound exclusive, the gallery is actually quite accommodating to viewers with appointments. So, as with Brigadoon, the timing of visits is important. Once you find it, though, this place won’t be chimerical. m

DAVID CORCORAN: Recent paintings.

Radio Bean, Burlington, 310-7882.

Reception December 31, 4-6 p.m.

Through January.

RACHEL SCHATTMAN: "Aparigraha," new paintings. Red Mill Gallery, Johnson, 635-7356. Reception January 7, 7-8 p.m. Exhibit January 1-18.

‘PICTURING CHANGE: THE IMPACT OF LEDGER DRAWINGS ON NATIVE AMERICAN ART’: An exhibit illustrating how the first Americans adopted and adapted Western materials, methods and conventions and transformed their own artistic traditions, from the 19th century to the present. Hood Museum of Art, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 603646-2808. Talk, "Road Trip: To and From Fort Marion," by Candace Greene of the Smithsonian, January 12, 5:30 p.m., followed by reception in the Arthur M. Loew Auditorium. Exhibit through May 15, 2005.

TALKS/ EVENTS BARBARA SMAIL AWARD: Burlington City Arts will present the third annual mid-career award named for the late Vermont artist. Finalists are Miriam Adams, Bonnie Christensen, Peter Gallo, Don Hanson and Nancy Taplin.

Firehouse Gallery, Burlington, 8657165. Award reception December 29, 4-6 p.m. Exhibit December 29 January 4.

ONGOING >> 56A PLEASE NOTE: Art listings are written by Pamela Polston; spotlights written by Marc Awodey. Listings are restricted to exhibits in truly public places; exceptions may be made at the discretion of the editor. Send listings, by Thursday at 5 p.m., including info phone number, to galleries@sevendaysvt.com. Also see art listings at www.sevendaysvt.com.

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ONGOING :: burlington area

NEW VIEWS

A rising tide raises all boats, as they say. And having a new exhibition space,

in this case Enigma Gallery, is good news for the visionary vitality of northern Vermont. Located in the Essex Shoppes & Cinema complex, the spacious, all-media venue isn’t an enigma to find. Check out the group inaugural exhibit. Pictured: “The Priest of Sanctity” by Janet Van Fleet.

JOHN CHURCHMAN: "Furry and Feathered Friends: Animals in Nature," photographs. Airport Gallery, Burlington International Airport, 865-7166. Through December.

BONNIE ACKER: Landscapes and posters, 1987-2003, by the Burlington artist and activist. Center for Community and Neighborhoods (above City Market), Burlington, 864-8274. Through December.

SABIN GRATZ: "Night Landscapes," photographs. Art Space 150, The Men's Room, Burlington, 864-2088. Through December.

DAVID CURCIO: "Edifice Complex," prints of buildings. Flynndog, Burlington, 863-2227. Through January 9.

KEVIN BUBRISKI: "In Tibet & Nepal," photographs taken with a 4x5 camera.

Manjushri Designs Gallery, Burlington, 660-9944. Through December.

VSA ARTS: "Opening the Door to Theater," artwork by adult and youth participants in three theatrical programs of the nonprofit arts organization. City Market, Burlington, 8633659, ext. 249. Through December.

HOWARD NELSON RILEY: Folk paintings by the local artist. Brownell Library, Essex Jct., 878-6955. Through December.

KATE DAVIS CALDWELL: "Modesty of Afterthoughts," new acrylic and mixedmedia paintings. Doll-Anstadt Gallery, Burlington, 864-3661. Through December.

‘SEASONAL SAMPLER’: A group exhibit featuring the work of Malcolm Dubois and 15 other Vermont artists.

Furchgott Sourdiffe Gallery, Shelburne, 985-3848. Through January 2005.

BEN WILSON: "Pixels," digital images, Bar; and DASHA KALISZ: Ceramics, Solarium; and DAVE GOODRICH: handpainted silkscreen prints of Vermont, Dining Room. Daily Planet, Burlington, 862-9647. Through December.

MERYL LEBOWITZ: "Old Friends," oil paintings. Mirabelles, Burlington, 658-

3074. Also, "12 Months in the Kingdom," oil paintings on paper.

Smokejacks Restaurant, Burlington, 658-1119. Both through December.

CHRISTINE DEMARAIS: "Fabrications," textile art. Fletcher Room, Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 865-7211.

Through December.

E-1 STUDIO COLLECTIVE: A group show of holiday ornaments by local artists.

E-1 Studio (behind Speeder & Earl's, Pine St.), Burlington, e-1studio collective@yahoo.com. Through December.

SAGE TUCKER-KETCHAM: "Mapping Abstract," abstract paintings.

Amy E. Tarrant Gallery, Flynn Center, Burlington, 652-4500. Through January 10, 2005.

J. ALLEN Mixed media and tattoo art.

Red Square, Burlington, 859-8909.

Through December.

JOSHUA GIVENS & AMY JELEN: New paintings and stained glass.

Café Piccolo, Burlington, 862-5515.

Through December.

MIKEY WELSH: The former bassist for Weezer shows his manic, edgy paintings. 47SVT Upstairs, 47 Maple St., Burlington, 864-5884, ext. 278.

Through January 14.

‘VINTAGE VISIONS’: The Senior Art Guild shows works in conjunction with the exhibit, "Amazing Feats of Aging."

ECHO Center, Burlington, 865-7166.

Through January 9.

JOE SORREN & ERIC WHITE: "Lil' Marbles," original works and new prints. Lineage Gallery, Burlington, 862-7766. Through January 30.

‘ART HOUSE’: An exhibition of 21 drawings and paintings by Vermont children ages 5-11 on what home means.

Metropolitan Gallery, Burlington City Hall, 865-7165. Through December.

HEIDI WESTON: Photographs.

Cobblestone Deli, Burlington, 8633354. Through January 15.

KATHRYN CINDER-WELLS & MARGARET MCKENZIE-MAFFIN: "In From the Cold," watercolors, pastels and oils. Also, SUE MILLER: handmade books in honor of the Dewey Decimal

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IN FROM THE COLD

System. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 878-6955. January 1-31.

HANDCRAFTED FISH: Sculptures by local craftspeople collected by Melanie Brotz. Main Reading Room, Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 865-7211.

January 5-29.

KAREN L. CASPER: Architectural, floral and landscape watercolors. Sneakers Bistro, Winooski, 879-0054. January 1-31.

JIM LEVEILLEE: Recent paintings. Penny Cluse Café, Burlington, 651-8834.

Through January 16.

A timely “Winter Show”

exhibition is ringing in the New Year at Stowe’s West Branch Gallery, with 20 artists from Vermont and beyond. Oh, the sculpture park is open, too, but you might need some snowshoes. Pictured: “Open Window” by Craig Mooney.

:: champlain valley LES POSDAMER: "Faces," color portraits from Southeast Asia, India and Greece.

Bobcat Café, Bristol, 453-3311.

Through January 15.

SYBIL MEYERSBURG: "Children of the World," 50 photographs taken 1957-78 around the globe. Henry Sheldon Museum, Middlebury, 388-2117.

Through January 2005.

JIM CUNNINGHAM & REED PRESCOTT: Rustic pens using reclaimed wood, and landscape paintings, respectively. Art On Main, Bristol, 453-4032. Through December.

MARK BENTON: Paintings based on images of children's art. Walkover Gallery, Bristol, 453-3188. Through January 15, 2005.

:: central KIMBERLEE FORNEY: Fantastical oil paintings. Tegu Gallery, Morrisville, 888-1261. Through January 12.

‘TAKE IT HOME’: The fifth annual SPA Members show offers a variety of fine arts and crafts by more than 90 artists.

Studio Place Arts, Barre, 479-7069.

Through December.

RHODA CARROLL: "Selections from the First Ten Years: Paintings," watercolor and acrylic works. Spotlight Gallery, Vermont Arts Council, Montpelier, 8285422. Through December.

BEN SHADIS: Drawings; TERRY ZIGMUND: Stained glass; and KURT BUDLINGER: Color nature photography. Capitol Grounds, Montpelier, 2237800. Through December.

GAYLEEN AIKEN: The renowned Vermont folk artist shows her paintings.

Supreme Court Building, Montpelier, 828-3278. Through January 7.

JOY SPONTAK: "Your Show of Shoes," sculpture by the local artist. Shoe Horn, Montpelier, 229-9409. Through December.

MICHAEL T. JERMYN: "The Survival of Pictorialism in the Digital Age," photographs. La Brioche, Montpelier, 2231570. Through December.

PORTFOLIO GALA: Artists exhibit portfolio prints and sell their proofs. Two Rivers Printmaking Studio, White River Junction, 295-5901. Through January 10, 2005.

CORA BROOKS & JOAN MARIE DAVIDSON: Recent paintings and mixed media. City Center, Montpelier, 4854225. Through December.

‘TIS THE SEASON’: Central Vermont artists celebrate the season in all media. The Book Garden, Montpelier, 223-2824. Through January 2005.

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FEATURED ARTISTS’ EXHIBITION: Photographs by Bruce Pendleton and other works by Kelly Kingston, Kate Mueller and Laurie Wilson. Chaffee Center for the Visual Arts, Rutland, 775-0356. January 7 - February 13.

Comfort Farm, Clarke Galleries, Stowe, 253-7116. Through January 25, 2005.

WINTER SHOW: A group show featuring watercolors by Lois Eby, mixed-media works by Don Hanson, prints by Carol MacDonald and more. West Branch Gallery & Sculpture Park, Stowe, 2538943. Through January 2005.

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DON HANSON: "Damaged Beauty: The Avian Series,” multimedia prints.

Fairbanks Museum, St. Johnsbury, 7482372. Through Janaury 2005.

J.C. WELCH: Woodcuts and oils; also paintings, photography, Cibachrome, reproductions and Ukrainian eggs by other artists. The Blue Eyed Dog Gallery & Frame Shop, St. Albans, 5244447. Through December.

‘NEW WORKS’: An exhibit of works by 25 artist-members of the newly formed Stowe Studio Arts. Stowe Town Hall, 253-8571. Through March 2005.

ALTOON SULTAN: Realist paintings of rural architecture, and giclée prints by the renowned Vermont artist. Cold

‘ANDY WARHOL: THE JON GOULD COLLECTION’: Paintings, prints and photographs by the late pop artist from a private collection. Brattleboro Museum & Art Center, 257-0124. Through February 6, 2005.

DALE CHIHULY: "Glass and Prints," works by the famed glass artist. Southern Vermont Arts Center, Manchester, 3621405. Through March 15, 2005.

JEAN CANNON: "Portals," mysterious paintings of doors and windows. Also, ANNUAL HOLIDAY SHOW: A group exhibit including works by the Vermont Sleigh Company. Chaffee Center for the Visual Arts, Rutland, 862-9978.

Through January 2.

EMMETT FRANÇOIS: "Second Sight: Analog to Digital," a photography retrospective from a 47-year career by the photography professor. William Feick Arts Center, Green Mountain College, 287-8310. Through January 17.

JASON BERARD: "Recent Works," abstract paintings. Tunbridge Public Library, 333-4302. Through January 3.

DECEMBER SOLO EXHIBITIONS: Nine regional artists in multiple media are showcased at Yester House Gallery, Southern Vermont Arts Center, Manchester, 362-1405. Through January 9, 2005.

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PREVIEWS MEET THE FOCKERS: Ben Stiller and Teri Polo reprise their roles from Meet the Parents. This time her parents (Blythe Danner and Robert DeNiro) meet his (Dustin Hoffman and Barbra Streisand) for some future in-laws bonding. Or not.

(94 min, PG-13)

The Good, the Bad... and the Handful of Films That Didn’t Star Jude Law

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s I write this, four of the films that grossed $100 million or more this past year were sequels. Not surprising. Four were family-friendly, animated extravaganzas. Nothing much new there, either.

Seven were computer-generated effects fests. Ho and, might I add, hum. What made 2004 unlike any other year in history was the fact that a documentary release elbowed its way into the $100 million-plus club. Michael Moore’s Fahrenheit 9/11 did bigger business than the latest from M. Night Shyamalan.

There was a time when that would’ve been unimaginable. Any time prior to this year, for example.

This was a schizo year at the Cineplex. Docs were released in unprecedented numbers. Meanwhile, it was business as usual for the big boys.

For every Control Room or Super Size Me there was a Catwoman or National Treasure. Which reminds me: Is it too late to take back those Oscars from Halle Berry and Nicolas Cage?

Presidents and other public servants are subject to term limits. I was thinking maybe there should be a limit for how many motion pictures one actor can put out in a year. I don’t know about you, but my feeling is that Jude Law definitely overdid it. It could be called the Michael Caine Law. Wait a minute — how about the Jude Law Law? No? Too much? That’s the point!

But I digress. Overall, it wasn’t the best of times. On the other hand, it certainly wasn’t the worst. And, speaking of the best and worst, here are my picks for 2004…

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has beaten the whole spooky-moviewith-a-surprise-twist thing into the ground, and the time has come to shovel some dirt over it, say a few words and let it rest in peace.

9. VAN HELSING One-hundred-fiftymillion sure doesn’t buy what it used to.

Stephen Sommers’ latest effects fest offered little more than a run-of-the-mill mix of graphic-novel solemnity and action-hero wisecracks that packed none of The Mummy’s tongue-in-cheek punch.

8. LADDER 49 In contrast to its PR, this John Travolta/Joaquin Phoenix button-pusher didn’t honor America’s firefighters. How could it, when the picture didn’t even take place on the same planet? The characters in this movie are nothing more than beer-ad clichés going through Ford-tough motions as though trapped in a bad country-music video.

There’s not a realistic moment in the film. The nation’s firefighters deserve our thanks and respect. And much, much better movie treatment than this.

(in worsening order)

7. THE FORGOTTEN Tired of movies about memory loss and pictures built around dopey surprise endings? If you weren’t already, you were by the end of this one. There’s no excuse for a big-budget Hollywood production having as many holes as this one. Come to think of it, there’s no excuse for a big-budget Hollywood production like this one at all.

10. THE VILLAGE I’ve got two words for M. Night Shyamalan: Screwball comedy. Or buddy film. Maybe even chick flick. Because the writer-director

6. THE BIG BOUNCE I’d say people must have been asleep at the wheel here, but this Elmore Leonard adaptation was so pointlessly all over the place that I’m

THE 10 WORST

BIGGEST DISAPPOINTMENTS OF 2004 ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND I, ROBOT TROY THE INCREDIBLES ALEXANDER HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN SPIDER-MAN 2 TEAM AMERICA: WORLD POLICE

HONORABLE MENTION OPEN WATER KINSEY WIMBLEDON THE TERMINAL THE LADYKILLERS THE MACHINIST THE AVIATOR MARIA FULL OF GRACE

DARKNESS: Jaume Balaguero directs this suspense-fest about yet another house inhabited by a mysterious evil spirit.

Anna Paquin, Lena Olin and Iain Glen star. (102 min, R) FAT ALBERT: Kenan Thompson plays the heavy in this live-action update of the ‘70s animated series based on characters created by Bill Cosby. Dania Ramirez and Keith Robinson costar. Joel Zwick directs.

(100 min, PG) KINSEY: Gods and Monsters director Bill Condon brings us this biopic exploring the life and work of the world’s bestknown sex researcher. Liam Neeson and Laura Linney star. Chris O’Donnell, Peter Sarsgaard, Timothy Hutton and John Lithgow round out the cast. (118 min, R) THE AVIATORHHH Howard Hughes was an innovator and a risk taker. So it’s ironic that Martin Scorsese’s screen portrait of him is the least audacious and adventurous movie he’s ever made. Leonardo DiCaprio does a captivating impression, but the script never quite brings its subject meaningfully to life. With Cate Blanchette, Alec Baldwin and, it goes without saying, Jude Law. THE LIFE AQUATIC: Bill Murray stars in the new one from Rushmore director Wes Anderson, the offbeat saga of an oceanographer who undergoes an existential crisis after his partner is eaten by a giant shark. Costarring Owen Wilson, Cate Blanchette, Anjelica Huston and Willem Dafoe. (118 min, R)

SHORTS BLADE: TRINITYHH Wesley Snipes goes vampire hunting for the final time in this third installment of the franchise. Things wrap up with an epic confrontation pitting Blade and his buddies against the Vampire Nation. Kris Kristofferson costars. David S. Goyer directs. (106 min, R) BRIDGET JONES: THE EDGE OF REASON HHH Renée Zellweger, Colin Firth and Hugh Grant reprise the roles they originated in the 2001 hit Bridget Jones’s Diary.

Despite that film’s happy ending, the sequel features an hour and 48 minutes of romantic misunderstandings and embarrassing situations. Gemma Jones costars.

Beeban Kidron directs. (108 min, R) CHRISTMAS WITH THE KRANKSH This year’s Christmas-related Tim Allen comedy concerns a married couple whose plans to forgo holiday celebrations in favor of a Caribbean vacation are foiled at the last minute. Based, believe it or not, on a novel by John Grisham. Jamie Lee Curtis costars. Joe Roth directs. (94 min, PG) CLOSERHHH Julia Roberts, Clive Owen, Natalie Portman and, it goes without saying, Jude Law star in Mike Nichols’ adaptation of Patrick Marber’s play about four

SHORTS >> 61A not sure there even was one. A wheel, that is. Given that it was based on a book by the guy who gave us Get Shorty and Out of Sight, you might have made the assumption it made sense to see this.

Big mistake.

5. OCEAN’S TWELVE It’s a sad day for film fans when a director of Steven Soderbergh’s caliber is content to crank out work as lazily conceived and instantly >> 63A

RATINGS H = refund, please H H = could’ve been worse, but not a lot H H H = has its moments; so-so H H H H = smarter than the average bear H H H H H = as good as it gets Ratings assigned to movies not reviewed by Rick Kisonak are courtesy of Metacritic.com, which averages scores given by the country’s most widely read reviewers (Rick included).

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BY SUSAN GREEN

SHORT TAKES ON THE REEL WORLD

Going Green

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eryl Streep recently presented the Global Environment Citizen Award to Bill Moyers at Harvard University. His acceptance speech is now circulating via email: “The journalist who truly deserves this award is my friend Bill McKibben,” the PBS public affairs show host said, praising his pal’s “pioneer work in writing about the environment. His best-seller The End of Nature carried on where Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring left off.”

McKibben, who lives in Ripton and is a Middlebury College scholarin-residence, also stars in John O’Brien’s in-progress The Green Movie. The Tunbridge filmmaker’s first foray into digital video has an environmental theme but may be difficult to categorize.

“It’s not a true documentary because we’re reacting to unfolding events,” O’Brien explains. “With this process, the technology makes financial sense. From every 100 minutes of footage, there might be just one priceless moment.”

This semi-fictionalized cinéma verité venture will focus on a makebelieve high school ecology class at Sharon Academy taught by McKibben and Curtis Ingham Koren, wife of New Yorker cartoonist Ed Koren.

“So far, I’ve mostly shot Bill giving his Wal-Mart talk at these town meetings where he’s the featured speaker,” O’Brien says. “We’ve also begun the audition process to choose the kids.

We did one mock session, more of a rehearsal than anything.”

Once the holidays are over, O’Brien expects to begin shooting four or five days a week for the next six months. “The tough part is figuring out the structure,” he notes. “It’s a big subject and we have to compress it into something funny.”

When interviewed about the project for this column in late September, he expressed a similar concern: “Films about ecology tend to be dreadfully earnest. I want irreverence.”

His trilogy of irreverent work — Vermont Is for Lovers, Man with a Plan and Nosey Parker — just came out in a DVD box set. “The Green Movie is off to a slow start,” O’Brien points out. “I’ve been distracted by the release of my other films.”

Eugene Jarecki, a Mad River Valley filmmaker whose Why We Fight is in the documentary competition at the upcoming Sundance festival, won’t be the only person trekking to Utah from the Green Mountain State. The private, nonprofit, nontraditional Vermont Commons School in South Burlington — for grades seven through 12 — has been fundraising for almost a year to send a dozen students on the journey. It will be one of three annual “Encounter Weeks,” character-building extracurricular activities that sometimes take the kids around the world.

“In the past, we’ve visited Spanishspeaking countries,” explains Cara Simone Bader, an English teacher.

“We traveled to England in May 2003. We’ve gone camping or out on photography day-trips.”

The Sundance sojourn was her brainchild. “It really began as a lark,” Bader says.

The enterprising cinephiles started with revenue from program ad sales for a school play in March, at Contois Auditorium. They raked leaves and washed cars. In all, the group earned $2600 last spring. Their goal is $10,700 to cover airfare, lodging and food. At last report, they were pretty close, at about $8500. More money was anticipated from an online auction that wound up earlier this month.

The lucky adolescents who head west for the fest, which begins on January 20, will keep journals and discuss the indies they see.

The MountainTop Film Festival, from January 7 through 16 at Waitsfield’s Eclipse Theater, spotlights more than 25 documentaries and features on topical world issues. The selections are either from or about countries such as Iraq, Pakistan, Lebanon, Israel/Palestine, Algeria,

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Mexico and Colombia. The event also marks Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday on the 15th.

In addition to the father-son team of Melvin and Mario Van Peebles, guests include Bobby Muller (president of Vietnam Veterans of America) and Rep. Bernie Sanders. Jeremy Gilley is coming for a U.S. premiere of Peace One, which tracks his effort to persuade the UN to establish a one-day global ceasefire. Former death-row inmate Shujaa Graham will be on hand for a screening of Deadline, about the 2003 blanket clemency for 167 Illinois convicts awaiting execution.

MountainTop director Claudia Becker, wife of the aforementioned Eugene Jarecki, launched this annual showcase last year. For 2005, she has partnered with the Human Rights Watch International Film Festival and the Film Society of Lincoln Center in Manhattan.

For more information, call 4968994 or visit www.mountaintop filmfestival.com. m Email Susan at flickchick@sevendaysvt.com

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READ THIS FIRST:

This week, as always, the things Fannie likes (shown in CAPITAL letters) all follow a secret rule.

Can you figure out what it is? NOTE: Fickle Fannie likes words.

But each week she likes something different about them — how they’re spelled, how they sound, how they look, what they mean, or what’s inside them.

The urge TO GOSSIP is a fundamental human instinct.

Some powerful men happen to BE NINCOMPOOPS.

A wrong number may indicate an error IN DIALING. Some bizarre piercings serve as CHIN ADORNMENTS. The neutron was discovered by Sir James CHADWICK. Neither homeboys NOR WAYFARING strangers light her fire.

A few who PERUSE the Bible can act holier than thou.

The Asian strain is a flu GERM ANYONE can get anytime.

Wishing you a peaceful & happy 2005!

From all your baby pals at SEVEN DAYS, Lily James, Adam, Holden, Max & Charlotte

The bad boys snapped her BRA ZILLIONS of times.

E me with your Qs or comments (dd44art@aol.com). Difficulty rating for this puzzle: HARD. If you’re stuck, see the HINT on this page. If you cave, see the ANSWER on page 63A. So much for Fickle Fannie’s tastes this week. Next week she’ll have a whole new set of likes and dislikes.

FICKLE FANNIE HINT: This puzzle is going national.

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< filmclips> SHORTS << 59A Depp stars in the new film from Monster’s Ball director Marc Forster, a fantasy-tinged look at the life of Peter Pan author James Barrie. Costarring Kate Winslet and Radha Mitchell. (106 min, PG) FLIGHT OF THE PHOENIXHH1/2 Dennis Quaid, Giovanni Ribisi and Hugh Laurie star in director John Moore’s action adventure about crash survivors who try to build a new plane from the wreckage of their old one while stranded in the Mongolian desert. (PG-13) LEMONY SNICKET'S A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTSHHH Jim Carrey stars in this big screen adaptation of the popular children’s book series by Daniel Handler. He plays a scheming count consumed with the desire to relieve three orphans placed in his care of their vast inheritance. With Meryl Streep, Billy Connolly, Liam Aiken and, of course, Jude Law. (113 min, PG) NATIONAL TREASUREHH Nicolas Cage stars in this Jerry Bruckheimer action adventure about a historian on the trail of a treasure he’s convinced was stashed away by the country’s founding fathers.

With Justin Bartha and Diane Kruger.

(100 min, PG) OCEAN'S TWELVEHH Steven Soderbergh directs this sequel to his 2001 remake about a gang that robs a dangerous Las Vegas businessman. This time around, the newly rich crew finds themselves scrambling to repay what they stole. Starring George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Andy Garcia and Julia Roberts. (125 min, PG-13) RAYHHH Taylor (An Officer and a Gentleman) Hackford directs this bigscreen bio of Ray Charles featuring Jamie Foxx, Regina King and Kerry Washington.

(153 min, PG-13) SEDUCING DOCTOR LEWISHHHH In the directorial debut from Canadian filmmaker Jean-Francois Pouliet, members of an impoverished fishing community attempt to convince a young Montréal doctor to take up residence so they can qualify for a much-needed new factory. (108 min, NR) SHALL WE DANCE?HH1/2 Richard Gere and Jennifer Lopez are paired for this remake of a 1996 Japanese hit about a man who redeems his troubled marriage by taking ballroom dance lessons. Susan Sarandon costars. Peter Chelsom directs.

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(95 min, PG-13) SIDEWAYSHHHH1/2 Alexander (About Schmidt) Payne directed and co-wrote this buzz-happy story about two old friends who take a wine-tasting road trip and assess their lives along the way.

Starring Paul Giamatti and Thomas Haden Church. (98 min, R) SPANGLISHHH1/2 Adam Sandler, Téa Leoni and Paz Vega star in the latest from writer-director James (As Good As It Gets) Brooks, the saga of an upscale American family and the native Mexican woman it comes to embrace. With Anne Bancroft. (137 min, PG-13) THE GRUDGEHH Sarah Michelle Gellar stars in this remake of a Japanese blockbuster about a house possessed by a curse that dooms all who enter it to die in the grip of a violent rage. Takeshi Shimizu directs. Jason Behr costars. (100 min, PG-13) THE INCREDIBLESHHH A shoe-in for this year’s Best Animated Picture Oscar, Pixar’s latest tells the story of a superhero who’s retired from crime-fighting and relocated to the suburbs, where he battles boredom and a bulging waistline as an insurance claims adjuster. Featuring the voices of Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter and Samuel L. Jackson. Directed

by Brad Bird. (118 min, PG) THE MACHINISTHHH1/2 Brad (Next Stop Wonderland) Anderson directs this suspense-fest about a young man who hasn’t slept for more than a year and suspects he is on the run from someone, but isn’t quite sure whom, and is slowly descending into full-blown madness. Starring Christian Bale and Jennifer Jason Leigh.

(102 min, R) THE MOTORCYCLE DIARIESHHH1/2 Based on Che Guevara’s boyhood memoirs about motorbiking through South America with his best friend in the 1950s, the latest from Brazilian director Walter Salles offers a humanizing portrait of the communist revolutionary. Gael Garcia Bernal and Rodrigo de la Serna star. (128 min, R) THE POLAR EXPRESSHHH Bosom Buddies Tom Hanks and Peter Scolari are re-teamed for Robert Zemeckis’ take on the holiday favorite by Chris Van Allsburg. Hanks plays five roles, including Santa Claus.

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MOVIEHHH Everybody’s favorite talking rectangle makes the leap to the big screen. The community of Bikini Bottom is thrown into chaos when Mr. Krabs steals King Neptune’s crown. The voice cast includes Clancy Brown, Mary Jo Catlett and Alec Baldwin. Stephen Hillenburg directs. (88 min, PG) WHAT THE BLEEP DO WE KNOW?HH Marlee Matlin stars in this metaphysical, partially animated docudrama in which a woman learns the secrets of the universe with a little help from a Greek chorus of scientists and mystics. (108 min, R)

NEW ON DVD/VHS DE-LOVELYHH1/2 Kevin Kline stars in Irwin Winkler’s big-screen look at the life of immortal composer and man’s man Cole Porter. Ashley Judd costars in the role of his slack-cutting missus. With Jonathan Pryce. (125 min, PG-13) NAPOLEON DYNAMITEHHH Jared Hess makes his directorial debut with this quirky comedy about a high school outcast who proves an unlikely hero.

Starring Jon Heder and Aaron Ruell. (86 min, PG) SURVIVING CHRISTMASH1/2 Ben Affleck presides over this laugh-a-thon about a sentimental fool who longs to spend the holidays with family in his childhood home and doesn’t let the fact that his family no longer lives there get in his way. With James Gandolfini, Christina Applegate and Catherine O’Hara. (91 min, PG-13) THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATEHHH1/2 What’s next — Citizen Kane remade by Renny Harlin? Jonathan Demme updates John Frankenheimer’s 1962 movie mindgame about a vet who’s used as a pawn in a political scheme. Denzel Washington and Liev Schreiber stand in for Frank Sinatra and Laurence Harvey. Sure, this sounds like it should work. (126 min, R) THUNDERBIRDSH1/2 Based on the hit ‘60s British show about a family of puppets that battles evil with the help of a fleet of highly advanced rescue vehicles, this live-action adaptation features Bill Paxton and Anthony Edwards, with Ben Kingsley as master criminal The Hood.

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forgettable as this sequel. The gang’s all here. What’s missing are the style and wit that made the first installment such a breezy treat.

4. SUSPECT ZERO What we had here were a goofball premise, onedimensional characters, flat dialogue, glacial pacing and much ripping-off of Manhunter, Seven and Silence of the Lambs. The sad spectacle of Ben Kingsley embarrassing himself on screen for the first time was the only thing in this movie we hadn’t seen before.

3. THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST Old Testament, New Testament — all I know is, it’s a sad testament to the state of our culture that the only way to make a faith-based story about love and forgiveness relevant today is to turn it into violent entertainment.

2. I HEART HUCKABEES As written and directed by the great David O. Russell, this proved a shockingly tiresome and super-talky head game that tackled the meaning of life while fumbling the basics of storytelling.

1. WHITE CHICKS The latest from Keenen Ivory Wayans was so dumb, it was hard to believe it wasn’t an SNL sketch first. Now this is what I call a scary movie.

THE TEN BEST(in ascending order) 10. KILL BILL VOL. 2 In the closing chapter of Quentin Tarantino’s revenge epic, David Carradine gives a transfixing performance as the title character. He looks like death in designer wear, and Uma Thurman earns a place among the great femme fatales of film history. No Pulp Fiction, but a more rapturously daffy concoction than most filmmakers could whip up on their best day. A cheeky, freaky, video-geeky kick.

9. ANCHORMAN I can already see the angry letters to the editor, but I don’t care. This was the funniest film I saw all year, and in my book that makes it one of the best.

8. BIRTH Director Jonathan Glazer scripted this meditation on the mystery of reincarnation with French author Jean-Claud Carrière, a guy who’s written two books with the Dalai Lama and knows a little something about the subject. The result was an atmospheric experiment well worth seeing even if you didn’t come away believing.

7. SHREK 2 Just when empty-headed effects fests like Van Helsing and Troy had you wishing the megabyte had never been born, along came a picture super-sized with enough warmth, wit and invention to make you feel like throwing it a birthday party.

6. FAHRENHEIT 9/11 There’s never been a documentary quite like it. Michael Moore’s command of the facts here was formidable and, as a director, his instincts have never been keener. He knew when to play the wise guy and when to zip it and let the facts speak for themselves. The saddest fact, of course, is that it now looks as though there may be reason to do a sequel.

5. TOUCHING THE VOID Kevin MacDonald’s harrowing documentary tale of adversity transcended — and gave new meaning to the words high drama.

4. SIDEWAYS I’m not sure Alexander Payne’s latest is quite as marvelous as most reviewers claim, but there’s no doubt that it has its moments. My favorite is the scene when Paul Giamatti gets tipsy and telephones his ex-wife. Thomas Haden Church’s line “You didn’t drink and dial” is a classic.

3. THE DOOR IN THE FLOOR If it doesn’t win anything else, writer-director Tod Williams’ domestic drama is at least a shoe-in for Most Underrated Picture of the Year. The performance given by Jeff Bridges as a children’s author grappling with the loss of two children is worth the price of admission by itself. And it’s just one of the movie’s many mysteries and charms.

2. THE LIFE AQUATIC WITH STEVE ZISSOU If you see just one film this year about a grumpy, pot-smoking oceanographer searching for the shark that ate his partner, make it this one. Neither Bill Murray nor Wes Anderson has ever been better. And it doesn’t get a whole lot better than that.

1. CONTROL ROOM Where Michael Moore’s documentary offered glimpses of the war that the administration kept U.S. television viewers from seeing, Jehane Noujaim’s overshadowed but more illuminating film offered glimpses of the U.S. press in the process of being kept from showing them. With the Western and Arab worlds increasingly at one another’s throats, the sliver of hope for finding common ground provided by this behind-the-scenes look at the Al Jazeera news network is nothing short of a revelation. It’s the most significant work of any kind addressing the issue of objectivity in electronic journalism to come along in years. Now, if someone could just get George W. Bush to watch it. 쩾

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MIKE MARSHALL & DAROL ANGER FlynnSpace — Burlington Fri. Jan 14th, 8PM, $22.95

Founding members of the David Grisman Quintet, Mike Marshall and Darol Anger have transcended the boundaries of new acoustic music and have achieved world renowned stature together and individually in myriad musical projects such as Turtle Island String Quartet, Modern Mandolin Quartet, NewGrange, Psychograss, Montreux and the Fiddlers 4 to name a few. Join us for an evening of traditional and original compositions masterfully delivered on mandolin, mandocello, guitar and violin.

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FUNNY BUSINESS Two genres from the golden era of American show biz are intertwined in a First Night event hitching honky tonk to variety-show vaudeville. A ragtime-era revue with acts ranging from Gemini Trapeze’s graceful aerial work to the high-steppin’ Vermont Swing Dancers taps the talent of local rockabilly ramblers The Starline Rhythm Boys as gutbucket backup. “Brothers” Stick and Cedar Hokum act as countrified-cousin MCs to their comic alter egos and perennial First Night faves, Waldo and Woodhead. The pair’s Buster Keaton-style physical slapstick mixes lowbrow humor with high-flying juggling and eclectic music. But rest assured — there’s no fear here of a cane sneaking out from a side curtain.

‘THE HOKUM BROS, HONKY TONK VAUDEVILLE’ Friday, December 31, Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 6 & 10:30 p.m. Admission by $1 ticket with a First Night button.

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UNIVERSITY MALL SOUTH BURLINGTON, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18, 4 P.M. - 6:30 P.M.

MICHAEL KENNEDY & ALLEN CHURCH: This dynamic duo entertains with traditional and seasonal tunes on concertina, fiddle, hammered dulcimer and guitar. The Inn at Essex, 6:30 -8:30 p.m. Free.

Info, 633-4883.

It was easy to spot Santa in the U Mall. His 8-foot tall red, green and gold sleigh — with its three airborne reindeer — towered over the throngs of holiday shoppers rushing from JC Penney’s to the Electronic Boutique. And the intermittent flash of the camera drew little Christian children like a beacon.

The sleigh sat in the midst of a faux wintry oasis, surrounded by fake pine trees, tufts of glittering cotton, er, snow, and motorized elves. A hand-lettered sign on a piece of notebook paper offered directions: “Line starts inside the white fenced-in area.”

The line wasn’t long. Over the course of half an hour or so, barely a dozen families approached the jolly (though conspicuously young and slender) man with the red suit and white beard. The kids clambered onto his lap and smiled for the camera. Some even remembered to ask for presents.

Mostly, though, the star-struck wee ones counted on Santa to provide the icebreakers — an awkward task for a man with strange children on his lap.

“So, how do you like the snow we’re having?” Santa asked a pair of smiling kindergarten-age twins, while their mother paid for their photos. When they didn’t respond, he tried another line of questioning: “Do you like to open your presents really carefully, or do you like to rip the paper right off?” No response. “Do you have any animals in the house?” One of the girls confided that yes, they had stuffed animals. “Do you have any real animals at home?” he asked. They giggled but didn’t answer.

Shortly after the twins took off, a blond toddler and his infant brother approached.

The younger boy flashed a toothless grin, but his older brother looked nervous — suspicious, even — and steadfastly resisted the cajoling from the photographer, his parents and Santa that he smile. After exchanging a few brief words with the man in red, the serious boy climbed down and ambled over to his father.

“Did you tell Santa what you wanted?” asked his dad. His mom answered for him.

“Yep,” she replied dryly. “Said he wanted to do-do.”

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dance ‘SALSALINA’ PRACTICE: Work on your sensuous nightclub routines at this weekly Latin dance session. Salsalina Studio, Burlington, nonmembers 6 p.m., members 7 p.m. $5-10. Info, 598-1077.

drama ‘MY FAIR LADY’: Northern Stage presents this musical about a cockney street vendor’s transformation into a “loverly” high-society gal. Briggs Opera House, White River Juntion, 2 & 7:30 p.m. $18-39.

Info, 296-7000.

‘THE LOGGER’S HOLIDAY VARIETY SHOW’: Comedian Rusty DeWees shares rustic humor with local musicians and a group of young stand-ups. Stowe High School, 8 p.m. $17. Info, 888-917-8789.

film ‘RED LIGHTS’: In this French thriller, a couple on a holiday highway drive separate, and the husband picks up a strange hitchhiker while searching for his wife. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $6.50. Info, 748-2600.

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;MIND YOUR Pâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AND Qâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Kids and parents can stop by a self-serve table to make and sign inspired thank-you cards. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216.

CRAFT TIME: Preschoolers join older kids for creativity at the South Burlington Community Library, 11 a.m. Free. Registration and info, 652-7080. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;THE NUTCRACKERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Local teens stage a fairy-tale puppet show about a culinary-tool-turned-prince, for ages 5 and up. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3:30-4 p.m. Free. Registration and info, 878-6956.

Also, see exhibitions in Section A. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;TOCCATA FOR TOY TRAINSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: This holiday exhibit features historic and contemporary miniature railroads next to trimmed trees. Helen Day Art Center, Stowe, noon - 5 p.m. $3. Info, 253-8358.

talks â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;EXPLORING TIBETAN BUDDHISMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Lama Tsondru Sangpo Rinpoche speaks about meditation practice and Buddhist philosophy at the Bixby Memorial Library, Vergennes, 6:30-8 p.m. Donations. Info, 238-9710.

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WALK THE TALK: Area exercisers welcome friends and dogs on this 30-minute stroll with staff from a local health clinic. Meet at 32 East Malletts Bay Avenue, Winooski, 8 a.m. Free. Info, 655-4422.

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WESTFORD PLAYGROUP: Children gather for games, songs and stories at the Westford Library, 9:3011:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-5639.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: Tots take in their favorite tales at the Pierson Library, Shelburne, 10:30 a.m.

Free. Info, 985-5124.

ANIMAL FEEDING: Watch critters do lunch with help from the animal-care staff at the ECHO Center, Burlington, noon & 3 p.m. $6-9. Info, 864-1848.

BARNES & NOBLE STORYTIME: Readings of family faves provide morning fun for toddlers at Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 864-8001.

WATERBURY STORYTIME: Little ones ages 2 and under get hooked on books at the Waterbury Library, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 244-7036.

BROWNELL LIBRARY STORYTIME: Growing readers aged 3-5 participate with picture books and puppets at the Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 1010:45 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6956. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;TELL ME A STORYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Local luminaries in politics, sports and business lend an hour to read childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s books out loud. ECHO Center, Burlington, noon - 1 p.m. $6-9. Info, 864-1848.

BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: Activists stand together in opposition to the U.S. occupation of Iraq. Top of Church Street, Burlington, 5-5:30 p.m. Free.

Info, 863-2345.

etc â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;RAPTORS UP CLOSEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Nature lovers enjoy guided tours of live bird enclosures at the VINS Nature Center, Quechee, 2 p.m. $8. Info, 359-5000.

SLEIGH RIDES: Weather permitting, jingling horses trot visitors over the snow on a wintry tour of Shelburne Farms. Rides depart every half-hour from the Welcome Center, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. $5-7.

Info, 985-8442. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;CHRISTMAS AT THE FARMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Visitors ride on 19thcentury sleds and sleighs, help with meal preparations and tour the dairy barns at the Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. $9.

Info, 457-2355.

FESTIVUS PARTY & BLOOD DRIVE: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Seinfeldâ&#x20AC;? fans who brave the needle can munch on catered food and register to win a DVD collection of the classic sitcom, Red Cross Blood Center, Burlington, 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Free. Info, 1-800-448-3543.

RUTLAND BLOOD DRIVE: The American Red Cross pulls out the stops for donors at the Rutland Regional Medical Center, 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Free.

Info, 1-800-448-3543.

BARRE LIBRARY STORY HOUR: Three- to 5-yearolds break into books at the Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 476-7550, ext. 308.

DADSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; PLAYGROUP: Fathers and their offspring bond through fun and games. Family Center, Montpelier, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 828-8765.

KIDSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; GARDEN TOUR: Young ones explore the world of plants on a walk around the Four Seasons Garden Center, Williston, 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. Free. Info, 658-2433. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;LITTLE ROOTSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; STORYTIME: Kids gather in the garden to hear tales about plants, flowers and bugs. Four Seasons Garden Center, Williston, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 658-2433.

BABY TIME: Little ones up to age 2 meet each other at the Pierson Library, Shelburne, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 985-5124.

THU.30 music See clubdates in Section A.

drama â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;MY FAIR LADYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: See December 29. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;THE LOGGERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOLIDAY VARIETY SHOWâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: See December 29.

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;RAPTORS UP CLOSEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: See December 29.

SLEIGH RIDES: See December 29. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;CHRISTMAS AT THE FARMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: See December 29.

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE: Holiday donors can give the gift of life at the Red Cross Blood Center, Burlington, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Free. Info, 1-800448-3543.

BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See December 29.

art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;TOCCATA FOR TOY TRAINSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: See December 29.

COMMUNITY DARKROOM: Shutterbugs develop film and print pictures at the Center for Photographic Studies, Barre, 6-9 p.m. $8 per hour. Info, 479-4127.

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SOUTH BURLINGTON LIBRARY STORYTIME: Youngsters ages 3-5 get together for easy listening at the South Burlington Library, 10 a.m. Free.

Info, 652-7080.

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Pete Sutherland & Friends January 7, 7:30pm, FlynnSpace in Burlington, $17.50 advance/$20 day-of show

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Following annual sell-out shows in Vergennes and Burlington, Pete and his â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;excellent musical repertory companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; will debut a number of new pieces on a variety of topics, including the flood of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;27, the Barre granite strike, American cultural imperialism, Irish hospitality and the oft-overlooked parallels between the Hobbits and the Beverly Hillbillies... musical guests will include Patti Casey, Jeremiah McLane, Colin McCaffrey, Will Patton and Karen Sutherland.

UPCOMING SHOWS

2/13/05: Kevin Burke 3/13/05: Tommy Makem 4/17/05: Phil Cunningham and Aly Bain

5/7/05: Buffy Sainte-Maire 9/23/05: Dougie MacLean (Cosponsored with the UVM Lane Series)

10/23/05: Liz Carroll and John Doyle

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dance CONTRA DANCE: The nine-person band Cuckoo’s Nest settles in for the new year with guest fiddler Amy Cann, playing tunes for dancers in clean, soft-soled shoes. Caller Ted Crane makes the rounds at Tracy Hall, Norwich, family dance 7 p.m., general dance 8 p.m. $12. Info, 785-4607.

NEW YEAR’S EVE SOCIAL DANCE: Singles and couples of all ages gather for ballroom, swing and Latin dancing. Jazzercize Studio, Williston, 8 p.m. $20. Info, 862-2207.

drama

‘MY FAIR LADY’: See December 29, 2 p.m.

film ‘LIGHTNING IN A BOTTLE’: This music documentary celebrating the centenary of American blues features more than 15 of the genre’s greats. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 5, 7 & 9 p.m. Admission by First Night Button only. Info, 748-2600.

art Also, see exhibitions in Section A. ‘TOCCATA FOR TOY TRAINS’: See December 29, noon - 3 p.m.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See December 29.

WATERBURY STORYTIME: See December 29, Waterbury Branch Library, for children ages 3-5.

‘TELL ME A STORY’: See December 29, free admission with valid First Night Burlington button.

activism

noon - midnight. Admission by First Night button only. Info, 865-1140.

FIRST NIGHT MONTPELIER: Music, puppets and a fireworks parade help citizens celebrate the advent of 2005. Various locations, 3 p.m. - midnight. $10 for First Night button. Info, 229-9408.

FIRST NIGHT RUTLAND: Two rounds of fireworks ensure that youngsters get to see the light show as part of this arts-centered evening. Various locations, 5 p.m. - midnight. $10 for First Night button. Info, 747-9090.

‘THE BIG BANG’: Seven Days hosts this New Year’s bash, at which revelers in creatively formal attire shake to the sounds of the Grippo Funk Band, then get a fantastic view of midnight fireworks.

ECHO Center, Burlington, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. $40, $50 after December 25. Info, 863-5966.

sport

activism

WORCESTER MOUNTAIN: Savvy snowshoers pack down the white stuff during a difficult 5-mile hike. Meet at Montpelier High School, 9:30 a.m.

Free. Info, 223-7035.

BACKCOUNTRY SKI & SNOWBOARD: Athletes get high on fresh air and exercise during this 5-mile New Year’s Day outing. Call for meeting time and location. Free. Info, 859-0355.

QUEER LIBERATION ARMY: Queer-identified activists of all ages plan flamboyant responses to intolerance. 135 Pearl, Burlington, 4 p.m. Free.

Info, 864-6665.

etc

music See clubdates in Section A.

Also, see clubdates in Section A. KIRTAN SINGING: Students of yoga stretch vocal cords with chants in Sanskrit. Yoga Vermont, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 598-1929.

See clubdates in Section A.

dance CONTRA DANCE: Caller Bill Olson voices moves for dancers in clean, soft-soled shoes. The five-person band Scrod Pudding dishes up hot music at the Capitol City Grange, Montpelier, 8 p.m. $7. Info, 744-6163.

BALLROOM & LINE DANCE SOCIAL: Singles and couples line up for ballroom, swing and Latin dancing. Jazzercize Studio, Williston, 7 p.m. $10.

Info, 862-2207.

‘MY FAIR LADY’: See December 29, 2 p.m.

film ‘LIGHTNING IN A BOTTLE’: See December 31, 1:30 & 7 p.m. $6.50.

art

film

Also, see exhibitions in Section A. ‘TOCCATA FOR TOY TRAINS’: See December 29.

etc

‘LIGHTNING IN A BOTTLE’: See December 31, 7 & 9 p.m. $6.50.

talks AGING PROGRAM: See January 1.

art

kids

See exhibitions in Section A.

ANIMAL FEEDING: See December 29.

talks AGING PROGRAM: Folks at all stages of life mark time by learning the mysteries of growing older.

ECHO Center, Burlington, 11:30 a.m. & 2 p.m. $9.

Info, 864-1848.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See December 29.

sport QUECHEE GORGE TOUR: A naturalist leads hikers into Vermont’s version of the Grand Canyon to explore the state’s geological history. VINS Nature Center, Quechee, noon. $8. Info, 359-5000.

ELMORE MOUNTAIN: Snowshoers scale this peak partway, then decide whether to go on a side-trip to Balance Rock. Meet at Montpelier High School, 9 a.m. Free. Info, 888-3375.

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‘LIGHTNING IN A BOTTLE’: See December 31, 7 p.m. $6.50.

Also, see exhibitions in Section A. COMMUNITY DARKROOM: See December 30.

LIFE DRAWING SESSION: Creative types try a hand at sketching. Wolfe Kahn Building, Vermont Studio Center, Johnson, 6-8 p.m. $7. Info, 635-1769.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See December 29.

WATERBURY STORYTIME: See December 29, for children ages 3-5.

BROWNELL LIBRARY STORYTIME: See December 29. Toddlers take their turn with tales first, 9:109:30 a.m.

‘ITTY BITTY SKATING’: Pint-size bladers take to the ice at Leddy Park Arena, Burlington, 10-11 a.m. $5. Info, 865-7558.

BARRE LIBRARY STORY HOUR: Babies up to age 2 take in tales at the Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 476-7550, ext. 308.

FAMILY SING-ALONG: Parents and kids belt out fun, familiar favorites at the Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216.

GYM FOR TOTS: Youngsters burn energy running, jumping and hula-hooping at the Charlotte Community School, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 425-4144.

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film art

drama

BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See December 29.

‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See December 29.

SLEIGH RIDES: See December 29.

‘CHRISTMAS AT THE FARM’: See December 29.

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE: See December 30, 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

ECUMENICAL PRAYER FOR WORLD PEACE: Folks of all faiths express hope for the future at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Burlington, 6-6:45 p.m. Free. Info, 862-0068.

FIRST NIGHT BURLINGTON: Stage shows, musical acts and arts activities kick off the new year as part of a city-wide party. Various locations, noon - midnight. $15 for First Night button. Info, 863-6005.

BUZZFEST: This scintillating lineup of punk rock bands and theater troupes takes the stage as part of First Night at Memorial Auditorium, Burlington,

MON.03

music

music

‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See December 29, 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.

SLEIGH RIDES: See December 29.

‘CHRISTMAS AT THE FARM’: See December 29.

SLEIGH RIDES: See December 29.

‘CHRISTMAS AT THE FARM’: See December 29.

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SMOKING CESSATION TREATMENT AVAILABLE NOW as part of a UVM research study

sat & sun matinee @ 1:30 weds matinee @ 4:00 mon baby matinee @ 1:30 FOCUS ON FILM’s World Cinema Series & Children’s Cinema Series begin January 8

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CHARLOTTE COMMUNITY PLAYGROUP: Children and their caregivers gather for crafts, reading and music-making. Charlotte Community School Cafeteria, 9-10:15 a.m. Free. Info, 985-5096.

art

FRIDAY 07&SATURDAY 08

See exhibitions in Section A.

words

sport FITNESS WALK: Green Mountain Club members and friends make strides on a brisk 4-mile stroll.

Call for Burlington-area location and time. Free.

Info, 658-5869.

activism BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See December 29.

etc ‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See December 29.

NETWORKING LUNCHEON: Area businesswomen meet lenders over bag lunches and learn about finding funding. Training Room, Woodbury College, Montpelier, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Free.

Info, 229-2181.

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BURLINGTON WRITERS’ GROUP: Bring pencil, paper and the will to be inspired to the Daily Planet, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 758-2287.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See December 29.

TODDLER-AND-UNDER STORYTIME: Wee ones up to age 3 open their ears to songs and stories.

South Burlington Community Library, 10 a.m.

Free. Info, 652-7080.

EAST BARRE STORY HOUR: Babies aged 2 and under take in tales at the Aldrich Public Library, East Barre branch, 10:15 a.m. Free. Info, 476-5118.

ECHO STORYTIME: Young explorers discover the wonders of the natural world through books and imaginative play. ECHO Center, Burlington, 11 a.m. $6-9. Info, 864-1848.

‘MUSIC WITH ROBERT AND GIGI’: Kids sing along with Robert Resnik and his fiddle-playing friend Gigi Weisman. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11 a.m. Free. Registration and info, 865-7216.

music

activism

Also, see clubdates in Section A. YOUNG ARTISTS PROGRAM: Teen pianists Xiudan Lin and Matt Schaeffler play pieces by Beethoven, Schumann and Debussy. St. Paul’s Cathedral, Burlington, noon - 1 p.m. Free. Info, 864-0471.

BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See December 29.

ANTIWAR COALITION: Citizens opposed to U.S. military activities in Iraq strategize at the Peace & Justice Center, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 656-1926.

dance

etc

LINE DANCING: Show off your fancy footwork at the Harvest Moon Banquet Room, Essex Junction, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $8.50. Info, 288-8044.

SWING DANCING: Movers of all ages and abilities dance at the Greek Orthodox Church, Burlington, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $3. Info, 860-7501.

‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See December 29.

LAUGHING CLUB: Local yoga instructor and author Carol Winfield touts the untapped healing power of yukking it up. Union Station, Burlington, 88:30 a.m. Donations. Info, 864-7999.

CHAMPLAIN VALLEY BUSINESS NETWORK: Entrepreneurs make corporate connections at the Courtyard by Marriott, Williston, 7:30-9 a.m.

Free. Info, 434-6434.

PAUSE CAFÉ: Novice and fluent French speakers practice and improve their linguistics — en français. Borders Café, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free.

Info, 655-1346.

CHAMPLAIN VALLEY QUILTERS GUILD: Stitchers welcome new members and guests at this sewand-tell meeting. Essex Alliance Church, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 864-3516.

film

‘LIGHTNING IN A BOTTLE’: See December 31, 7 p.m. $6.50.

‘MAD MAX’ & ‘MAD MAX 2: ROAD WARRIOR’: In these two films directed by George Miller, a young Mel Gibson stars as a butt-kicking policeman in a futuristic, dystopian Australia.

Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 & 9 p.m. $7 for double feature. Info, 603-646-2422.

Fortune favors the bold, or at least the lucky. In Matt & Ben, a ruthlessly funny parody of Hollywood’s golden boys, Dartmouth grads Mindy Kaling and Brenda Withers portray collegekids-turned-celebrities Matt Damon and Ben Affleck before J-Lo, before Gwyneth, before Oscar... before anyone actually gave a damn. When the screenplay for Good Will Hunting drops from the sky into their pizza box-strewn apartment, the boys realize they’re being tested by a higher power, and much male bonding ensues. Kaling and Withers co-wrote the piece, and apparently ace their gender-bending roles. After earning accolades during a successful 10month run in the Big Apple, the production’s current international tour includes two shows at the actors’ alma mater. Catch it if you can.

‘MATT & BEN’ Friday and Saturday, January 7 & 8, Moore Theater, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 8 p.m. $20. Info, 603-646-2422.

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a fun, friendly, toy-filled atmosphere. Hinesburg Town Hall, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 453-3038.

‘MOVING & GROOVING’: Two- to 5-year-olds boogie down with rock ’n’ roll and world-beat music.

Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 11 a.m. Free.

Info, 865-7216.

SPANISH-ENGLISH STORYTIME: Boys and girls between 2 and 5 years old hear bilingual songs and rhymes at the Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216.

Elephant take aim at colonialism in the heyday of the British Empire. Morristown Elementary School, Morrisville, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 888-5851.

talks ‘LEADING EDGE GARDEN DESIGN’: Ann Milovsoroff, a landscape architect and designer of Ontario’s Royal Botanical Gardens, gives an illustrated lecture on growing green spaces. Blasberg Building, UVM Horticultural Research Center, South Burlington, 7-9 p.m. $10. Info, 864-3073.

‘ABABS IN HOLLYWOOD’: Film clips from 83 years of American cinema expose stereo types of Middle Eastern men and women. Lamoille Family Center, Morrisville, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 888-7742.

music

sport

See clubdates in Section A.

WALK THE TALK: See December 29.

dance

activism

‘SALSALINA’ PRACTICE: See December 29.

BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See December 29.

kids

film

etc

‘LIGHTNING IN A BOTTLE’: See December 31, 7 p.m. $6.50.

‘FINDING VOICE THROUGH REAL STORIES’: Documentary filmmaker Bess O’Brien shows clips of her statewide Voices Project for teens, and discusses film as a tool for social change. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 748-8291.

‘GODZILLA’: Sci-fi horror fans can catch the uncut original of this famous Japanese monster movie at Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 & 9 p.m. $7.

Info, 603-646-2422.

‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See December 29.

ANIMAL FEEDING: See December 29.

SOUTH BURLINGTON LIBRARY STORYTIME: See December 30.

BARRE LIBRARY STORY HOUR: See December 30.

DADS’ PLAYGROUP: See December 30.

KIDS’ GARDEN TOUR: See December 30.

‘LITTLE ROOTS’ STORYTIME: See December 30.

BABY TIME: See December 30.

‘ITTY BITTY SKATING’: January 3.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: Future readers aged 2-4 take in tales at the Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216.

WESTFORD STORYTIME: Kids ponder picture books and create crafts at the Westford Library, 11 a.m.

Free. Info, 878-5639.

ANIMAL TALES: Preschoolers hear Jane Yolen’s Owl Moon, then meet a live wide-eyed bird at the VINS Nature Center, Quechee, 10-10:45 a.m. $8.

Info, 359-5000.

art

THU.06 music Also, see clubdates in Section A. SHAPE NOTE SING: Melody makers practice early American hymns in the fa-so-la shape-note tradition. Print Shop, Bread and Puppet Farm, Glover, 7-9:15 p.m. Donations. Info, 586-9698.

See exhibitions in Section A.

film

talks ‘SCIENTIFIC PROGRESS’: Physics professor Susan Watson of Middlebury College relates the development of quantum mechanics to the history of human imagination. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 388-4095.

ELECTRA HAVEMEYER WEBB: Folk-art lovers hear about the display-savvy female founder of the Shelburne Museum. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

kids WESTFORD PLAYGROUP: See December 29.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: See December 29.

ANIMAL FEEDING: See December 29.

BARNES & NOBLE STORYTIME: See December 29.

WATERBURY STORYTIME: See December 29.

BROWNELL LIBRARY STORYTIME: See December 29.

HINESBURG PLAY GROUP: Little ones let loose in

‘LIGHTNING IN A BOTTLE’: See December 31, 7 p.m. $6.50.

‘INFERNAL AFFAIRS’: In this Hong Kong-made film, circumstances unravel the secret of two police officers’ double identities. Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 p.m. $7. Info, 603-646-2422.

art

activism

GRAPHIC NOVEL SERIES: Fans of sophisticated stories in comic-book form review Rumiko Takahashi’s Ranma 1/2 series. Aldrich Public Library, Barre, 6:15 p.m. Free. Info, 476-7550.

BOOK DISCUSSION: Readers of E.M. Forster’s A Passage to India and George Orwell’s Shooting the

dance BALLROOM DANCE SOCIAL: Singles and couples of all ages learn ballroom, swing and Latin dancing.

Jazzercize Studio, Williston, 7 p.m. $10. Info, 862-2207.

drama ‘MATT & BEN’: This satire written by two recent Dartmouth grads pokes fun at the celebrity writer-actors of Good Will Hunting. See calendar spotlight. Moore Theater, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 8 p.m. $20.

Info, 603-646-2422.

‘THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK’: This play based on a young girl’s journal chronicles her hidden family’s struggle to survive the Holocaust. Pendragon Theatre, Saranac Lake, N.Y., 7:30 p.m. $15. Info, 518-891-1854.

film MOUNTAINTOP FILM FESTIVAL: Opening night of this human-rights film fest features an appearance by father-son directors Mario and Melvin Van Peebles, of Baadasssss! fame. Eclipse Theater, Waitsfield, various times. $8. Info, 496-8994.

‘COLLATERAL’: Tom Cruise plays a contract killer in this film about a cabbie who gets taken for the ride of his life. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 & 9:30 p.m. $7. Info, 603-646-2422.

BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See December 29.

art

etc

See exhibitions in Section A.

‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See December 29.

COMMUNITY FOREST PROJECT: See January 4.

Howden Hall, Bristol.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See December 29.

WATERBURY STORYTIME: See December 29, Waterbury Branch Library, for children ages 3-5.

SOUTH BURLINGTON LIBRARY STORYTIME: See December 30.

‘MUSIC WITH ROBERT AND GIGI’: See January 4.

MERMAID THEATRE: Puppet adaptations of Sam McBratney’s Guess How Much I Love You and Anita Jeram’s I Love My Little Storybook delight audiences aged 3-7. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. $9.50-14.50. Info, 863-5966.

Also, see exhibitions in Section A. COMMUNITY DARKROOM: See December 30.

words

PETE SUTHERLAND: The Addison County-based singer-songwriter shares traditional and original tunes on multiple instruments. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $20. Info, 863-5966.

POT LUCK FOLK: This local band of balladeers brings ’60s-era sounds to the Briggs Carriage Bookstore, Brandon, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 247-0050.

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dance

WALK THE TALK: See December 29, 12:15 p.m.

BALLROOM & LINE DANCE SOCIAL: See January 1.

‘ELEGANT’ CONTRA DANCE: Northern Spy and guest clarinet player Anna Patton offer tunes for duded-up dancers in clean, soft-soled shoes.

Caller David Millstone makes the rounds at Tracy Hall, Norwich, 8 p.m. $7. Info, 785-4607.

activism BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See December 29.

etc ‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See December 29.

TERTULIA LATINA: Fluent Spanish speakers converse at Radio Bean, Burlington, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Free. Info, 656-1926.

2600 GROUP: Computer geeks gather for tech talk and gadget demos. Borders, Burlington, 5-8 p.m.

Free. Info, 658-2739.

SAT.08 music Also, see clubdates in Section A. CHRIS SMITHER: The Americana bluesman, acoustic guitarist and songwriter comes to the After Dark Music Series. United Methodist Church, Middlebury, 7 p.m. $20. Info, 388-0216.

RICHARD GOODE: The Grammy Award-winning pianist and co-director of the Marlboro Music Festival offers works by Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven and Debussy. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 8 p.m. $30. Info, 603-646-2422.

ESSEX CHILDREN’S CHOIR: Young voices and guest musicians close the Christmas season with a Twelfth Night concert. See calendar spotlight. St. Michael’s College Chapel, Colchester, 6:30 p.m.

Donations. Info, 863-9161.

SNAKE MOUNTAIN BLUEGRASS: This local group pleases with pretty picking on rootsy faves.

Briggs Carriage Bookstore, Brandon, 7 p.m. Free.

Info, 247-0050.

‘AMAHL & THE NIGHT VISITORS’: Gian-Carlo Menotti’s operatic tale about a poor peasant boy and his Christmas Eve contribution is accompanied by an instrumental ensemble. Paramount Theatre, Rutland, 7:30 p.m. $20-25. Info, 775-0903.

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drama ‘MATT & BEN’: See January 7.

‘THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK’: See January 7.

film MOUNTAINTOP FILM FESTIVAL: See January 7.

‘CAPTURING THE FRIEDMANS’: A family disintegrates mid-documentary when father and son are brought up on child molestation charges. Dana Auditorium, Middlebury College, 3 & 8 p.m. Free.

Info, 443-6433.

‘GARDEN STATE’: This film follows a troubled young man as he meets old friends and opens his heart to life’s joy and pain. Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 & 9:15 p.m. $7. Info, 603-646-2422.

art See exhibitions in Section A.

words ‘LOVERS IN LOVE’ SERIES: Readers react to the romantic delights of Stella Gibbons’ Cold Comfort Farm. Varnum Memorial Library, Jeffersonville, 3 p.m. Free. Info, 644-6632.

talks AGING PROGRAM: See January 1.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See December 29.

‘SATURDAY STORIES’: Librarians read from popular picture books at the Burnham Memorial Library, Colchester, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 879-7576.

BORDERS STORYTIME: Little bookworms listen to stories at Borders, Burlington, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 865-2711.

CHILDREN’S STORYTIME: Youngsters take in their favorite tales at the Book Rack & Children’s Pages, Essex, 10 a.m. Free. Info, 872-2627.

BARNES & NOBLE STORYTIME: Kids ages 4 and up settle down for stories at Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 11 a.m. Free. Info, 864-8001.

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After the Green Mountain Club’s south barn and hiking center burned in an unfortunate 2003 midwinter blaze, the outdoor enthusiasts’ group took a year off from organizing its annual all-day snowshoe extravaganza. But rain, shine or blizzard, the footwear-focused event returns this month with unlimited-use demos, workshops, guided tours, naturalist walks and children’s activities. A new half-mile loop trail behind the GMC headquarters opens up for outings, and offsite trips in the area complement folks’ levels of snow-stomping skill. GMC education coordinator Pete Antos-Ketcham says that since the sport is relatively low-cost and low-key, it’s winning lots of new converts. All they need is lots of white stuff.

SNOWSHOE FESTIVAL Saturday, January 8, Green Mountain Club, Waterbury Center, registration 8:30 a.m., activities 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. $8. Info, 244-7037.

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QUECHEE GORGE TOUR: See January 2.

SNOWSHOE FESTIVAL: Winter athletes of all ages and skill levels enjoy a day of snow-laden fun.

See calendar spotlight. Green Mountain Club, Waterbury Center, registration 8:30 a.m., activities 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. $8. Info, 244-7037.

BUSHWHACKING TRIP: Snowshoers with headlamps ascend Mt. Clark, then go down off-trail on this moderate-to-difficult, 5-mile hike. Call for meeting time and location. Free. Info, 899-2375.

MOUNTAINTOP FILM FESTIVAL: See January 7.

‘THE INCREDIBLES’: Brad Bird directs this animated film about a family of superheroes who come out of hiding to stand together against all odds.

Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 & 9:30 p.m. $7. Info, 603-646-2422.

etc ‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See December 29, 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.

SLEIGH RIDES: See December 29.

FARM HOUSE FAMILY DAY: Hands-on experience of an 1890s dairy farm means chores all ’round, followed by time to eat and play. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. $40-60 includes lunch. Reservations and info, 457-2355.

VERMONT FANCY FELINES CAT SHOW: Various breeds of kitties and their owners compete for blue ribbons and general admiration. Sheraton Hotel, South Burlington, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $6.

Info, 434-2598.

FRANKLIN COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY BENEFIT AUCTION: Feline-loving philanthropists bid on homemade Vermont crafts in wood, wool, and stained glass at the Sheraton Hotel, South Burlington, coffee 7 p.m., auction 7:30 p.m. Free.

Info, 893-6270.

music Also, see clubdates in Section A. KIRTAN SINGING: See January 2.

‘AMAHL & THE NIGHT VISITORS’: See January 8, 2:30 p.m.

NORTHERN HARMONY: This 15-member group sings and plays medieval and Renaissance works with traditional songs from Georgia, Corsica and South Africa.

Hardwick Town House, 3 p.m., $8-12. Info, 472-8800.

music See clubdates in Section A.

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art

film

music

Also, see exhibitions in Section A.

MOUNTAINTOP FILM FESTIVAL: See January 7.

talks

art

AGING PROGRAM: See January 1.

Also, see exhibitions in Section A. COMMUNITY DARKROOM: See December 30.

LIFE DRAWING SESSION: See January 3.

Also, see clubdates in Section A. RICHARD GOODE: See January 8, Concert Hall, Middlebury College Center for the Arts, 7:30 p.m. $12. Info, 443-6433.

GREEN MOUNTAIN CHORUS: Male music-makers rehearse barbershop singing and quartetting at St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski, 7-9:30 p.m. Free.

Info, 860-6465.

AMATEUR MUSICIANS ORCHESTRA: Community players of all abilities and levels of experience practice pieces and welcome new members. South Burlington High School, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $6. Info, 985-9750.

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See December 29.

words

sport

VERMONT WRITERS SERIES: East Calais poet Jody Gladding leads a conversation about her 1992 collection, Stone Crop. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 223-3338.

QUECHEE GORGE TOUR: See January 2.

SNOWSHOE TRIP: Winter hikers strap on flat footwear for a moderate, 3.5-mile trek to Taylor Lodge. Meet at Montpelier High School, 8:30 a.m.

Free. Info, 223-0918.

activism QUEER LIBERATION ARMY: See January 2.

etc

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lawmakers and other morning diners at the Sheraton Hotel, South Burlington, 7:30-9 a.m. $16. Registration and info, 863-3489, ext. 207.

‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See December 29, 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.

SLEIGH RIDES: See December 29.

VERMONT FANCY FELINES CAT SHOW: See January 8.

BURLINGTON AREA SCRABBLE CLUB: Letter wranglers make every word count by playing tournament-style. Bring your board to Allenwood at Pillsbury Manor, South Burlington, 2-6 p.m. Free.

Info, 655-6192.

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES FLEA MARKET: Treasure hunters find bargins at the Knights of Columbus Hall, Barre, preview 7 a.m., market 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. $1-3.

Info, 454-1961.

dance DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE: Meditative movers promote peace through joyful circle dances.

Montpelier Shambhala Center, 4-6 p.m. $5-7.

Info, 658-2447.

dance

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See December 29.

WATERBURY STORYTIME: See December 29, for children ages 3-5.

BROWNELL LIBRARY STORYTIME: See December 29. Toddlers take their turn with tales first, 9:109:30 a.m.

‘ITTY BITTY SKATING’: See January 3.

BARRE LIBRARY STORY HOUR: See January 3.

FAMILY SING-ALONG: See January 3.

GYM FOR TOTS: See January 3.

CHARLOTTE COMMUNITY PLAYGROUP: See January 3.

LINE DANCING: See January 4.

SWING DANCING: See January 4.

film MOUNTAINTOP FILM FESTIVAL: See January 7.

art See exhibitions in Section A.

words BURLINGTON WRITERS’ GROUP: See January 4.

activism BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See December 29.

VERMONTERS FOR A JUST PEACE: Locals review global issues in Palestine and Israel. Peace & Justice Center, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 8632345, ext. 5.

AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL MEETING: Members of this worldwide organization act on human-rights issues. Unitarian Church, Burlington, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 862-1358.

etc ‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See December 29.

LEGISLATIVE BREAKFAST SERIES: Governor Jim Douglas describes his second-term agenda for

kids ANIMAL FEEDING: See December 29.

TODDLER-AND-UNDER STORYTIME: See January 4.

EAST BARRE STORY HOUR: See January 4.

ECHO STORYTIME: See January 4.

‘MUSIC WITH ROBERT AND GIGI’: See January 4.

activism BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See December 29.

ANTIWAR COALITION: See January 4.

WILPF MEETING: Activists review current world events at this gathering of the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom. Peace & Justice Center, Burlington, 5-7 p.m. Free. Info, 862-4929.

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‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See December 29.

LAUGHING CLUB: See January 4.

CHAMPLAIN VALLEY BUSINESS NETWORK: See January 4.

PAUSE CAFÉ: See January 4.

COMMUNITY MENTOR TRAINING: Interested citizens learn how to be a buddy to a child in need of support. Baird Center, 1138 Pine St., Burlington, 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 651-7064.

CO-OP HOUSING ORIENTATION: The Burlington Community Land Trust offers an hour-long introductory workshop on cooperative residences.

179 South Winooski Ave., Burlington, 11:45 a.m. & 5:45 p.m. Free. Info, 862-6244.

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dance ‘SALSALINA’ PRACTICE: See December 29.

film MOUNTAINTOP FILM FESTIVAL: See January 7.

‘THE MOTORCYCLE DIARIES’: This film traces the origins of a young Che Guevera’s revolutionary spirit on his formative road trip across South America. Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., 7 & 9:30 p.m. $7. Info, 603-646-2422.

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words BOOK DISCUSSION: Readers dissect Atul Gawande’s Complications: A Surgeon’s Notes on an Imperfect Science. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211.

talks ‘INVESTIGATING THE NORTHERN LIGHTS’: Professor Kristina Lynch of Dartmouth College’s physics and astronomy department describes the process of shooting rockets into the atmosphere to study the aurora borealis. Montshire Museum, Norwich, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 649-2200.

WESTFORD PLAYGROUP: See December 29.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: See December 29.

ANIMAL FEEDING: See December 29.

BARNES & NOBLE STORYTIME: See December 29.

WATERBURY STORYTIME: See December 29.

BROWNELL LIBRARY STORYTIME: See December 29.

HINESBURG PLAY GROUP: See January 5.

‘MOVING & GROOVING’: See January 5.

SPANISH-ENGLISH STORYTIME: See January 5.

sport WALK THE TALK: See December 29.

HOLIDAY HARMONY

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Constituent children from nine area towns make the Essex Children’s Choir a local affair, but the group has received national attention on Garrison Keillor’s “Prairie Home Companion,” and its members’ pure tones have filled the air at Carnegie Hall. Director Constance Price leads the choir in a Twelfth Night celebration featuring works by classical composers as well as traditional songs, dance and poetry. More than nine guest artists and groups, including the Full Circle Recorder Consort, perform additional seasonal pieces.

If a wintry act of nature intervenes, never fear — an alternate scheduling puts the show in the same spot the following day at 4:30 p.m.

BURLINGTON PEACE VIGIL: See December 29.

etc ‘RAPTORS UP CLOSE’: See December 29.

ESSEX CHILDREN’S CHOIR Saturday, January 8, St. Michael’s College Chapel, Colchester, 6:30 p.m. Donations. Info, 863-9161.

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acting ACTING FOR THE STAGE: A WORKSHOP FOR STUDENTS: January 11 - March 10. Info, 865-3312 or john.alexander4@att.net. Since 1997, John D. Alexander (Screen Actor’s Guild) has helped students become focused, grounded, and comfortable on stage; study presence, motivation, and voice work while learning to have fun and succeed on stage.

LEARN THE TECHNIQUE OF “HOLLYWOOD’S MOST SOUGHT AFTER ACTING COACH.” (MOVELINE, NOV. 2001): Classes in Burlington, Tuesday evenings and Montpelier, Monday evenings. Info, 802-318-8555 or visit www.thoreast.com. Mr. MacDonald has acted professionally for over 25 years and he has taught professionally for over 10 years. He has appeared in over 10 major motion pictures, with leading roles in three, including The Basket, and has guest-starred on “Providence,” “Pensacola: Wings of Gold,” “Murphy Brown,” and many other TV shows.

activism/spirituality RADICAL MAGIC: BECOME A CONSCIOUS EARTH DWELLER: Mondays, January 3, 10, 17, 24, February 14, 21, 7-10 p.m. Burlington. Each participant will determine payment based on their own values and resources.

Info, contact Ruby, 879-5439 or evolve@surfglobal.net.

We will work with the elements and patterns of our individual and communal lives to explore the very real implications of our inter-dependence. This class will focus on the practice and principles of embodied energy, and permaculture as resources for making root change. This is an opportunity and a challenge to choose to live in the world you want, now.

art ART CLASSES AT CVU HIGH SCHOOL, HINESBURG: Batik on Silk with Jen Labie, five Wednesdays beginning January 12, 6-8 p.m. $95. Basic Drawing with Christine Cole, five Mondays beginning January 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $75. Sculptures in Clay with Adele Dienno, four Tuesdays beginning January 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $85. Photography, Black and White Darkroom, five Thursdays beginning January 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $75. Origami Stationery, Tuesday, February 8, 6-8 p.m., $25. Beekeeping, three Thursdays beginning January 13, 6:30-8 p.m., $25. All materials and equipment included. Info, 482-7194, or find full descriptions for all 66 Winter Access classes at www.cvuhs.org and click on Access to CVU. 10 minutes from Exit 12.

FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS: Info, 865-7166 or visit www.BurlingtonCityArts.com.

Discover the Firehouse during Burlington’s First Night and enjoy free art activities for all ages! Visit both the Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts and the Clay and Craft Studio for fun activities in clay, photography, painting, drawing, kids’ film festival and much more.

FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS: Figure Drawing with Model, every Monday evening beginning in February. Dynamic Still Life Painting with Gail Salzman, February 2 - March 9. Wood Sculpture with Robert Babcock, February 8 - March 22. Figurative Sculpture with Fay Menis, February 10 - March 17.

Drawing II with Lynn Imperatore, February 18 - March 25. Info, 865-7166 or visit www.BurlingtonCityArts.

bartending PROFESSIONAL TRAINING: Day, evening and weekend courses. Various locations. Info, 888-4DRINKS or bartendingschool .com. Get certified to make a mean martini, margarita, Manhattan or mai tai.

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HANDBUILDING WITH BIRGIT KNAPP: Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Eight weeks. Winter session: January 18 - March 8. Spring session: March 22 - May 10.

Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. 985-3648.

Members $170, nonmembers $190. Materials and firing $40. We will hand build with little clay balls, coils, strips and slabs- whatever fits best for your ideas. We will try different textures and glazes. Class will include discussions about shape and form and their harmony.

Suitable for all levels, including beginners.

childbirth HYPNOBIRTHING: Classes now forming for 10-hour series. Four-week evening series or eight-week lunchtime series. Burlington. $175. To register, call

Nan Reid, 660-0420. Learn self-hypnosis and summon your natural birthing instincts.

clay CLAY CREATIONS, AGES 7-11 WITH JENNIFER SMEDLEY: Thursdays, 3-4:30 p.m. Two four-week sessions. January 13 - February 3 and February 10 - March 10. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. $90, includes materials and snack. Info, 985-3648. Build a box with customized compartments to organize your things! Share your ideas with us and we’ll figure out how to build it out of clay.

climbing CO-ED I AND II CLIMBING CLINICS: Six-week clinics, every Tuesday, January 4 - February 8, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Petra Cliffs Climbing Center. $150, includes all equipment. Info, 657-3872 or visit www.petracliffs.com. Two clinics (Introductory and Intermediate), focused on the basics of climbing, that can be applied both indoors or out. No experience necessary for Co-Ed I. Co-Ed II builds from Co-Ed I or previous experience.

FRIDAY NIGHT KIDS CLUB: Every Friday night, 6-9 p.m.

Petra Cliffs Climbing Center. $25, preregistration required. Info, 657-3872 or visit www.petracliffs.com.

Climb the walls, boulder in the cave, brave the Burma Bridge, and play fun games. Parents, enjoy an evening out while your kids burn energy, develop coordination, build self-confidence, and practice problem solving under the supervision of the Petra Cliffs staff.

ICE CLIMBING I & II: Level 1, January 22, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $100. Level 2, January 23, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., $160. Petra Cliffs Mountaineering School. Info, 657-3872 or visit www.petracliffs.com. Learn about the exhilarating sport of ice climbing! Level 1 is for the beginning ice climber, no experience necessary. Level 2 is for those who have completed Level 1 or have previous experience. With a skilled instructor, learn how to move over easy to moderate terrain. Master belaying, rappelling, climbing skills, multipitch routes, anchor building and climbing technique.

INTRODUCTION TO MOUNTAINEERING: January 15, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $100. Info, 657-3872 or visit www.petracliffs.com. Learn the fundamentals of safe winter travel over snow and ice! Components of instruction include the use of crampons and ice axe, rope management skills, glissading and self-arrest techniques.

JUNIOR CLIMBING TEAM: Ages 10-16. Two sessions, January - March and March - May. Beginning January 17, practices will be held every Monday and Wednesday through May, with occasional weekend USA Climbing competitions in New England. $375 each.

Petra Cliffs Climbing Center. Info, 657-3872 or visit www.petracliffs.com. Do you have enthusiasm for climbing? Traditional sports not your thing? Join the Petra Cliffs Junior Climbing Team! Improve climbing skills, make friends within the climbing community. Sign up now or anytime during the season.

WOMEN’S I AND II CLIMBING CLINICS: Six-week clinic, Thursdays, January 6 - February 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Petra Cliffs Climbing Center. $150. Info, 657-3872 or visit www.petracliffs.com. Two clinics (Introductory and Intermediate) for women, taught by women. No experience necessary for Women’s I. Women’s II builds from Women’s I or previous experience.

computers COMPUTER CLASSES AT CVU HIGH SCHOOL, HINESBURG: MS Excel for Intermediates, five Tuesdays, beginning January 11, 7:15-8:30 p.m. $65. Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0, four Mondays beginning January 10, 7:00–8:45 p.m. $85. Advanced Photoshop, Thursdays, February 3 and 10, 5-6:30 p.m. $40. Powerpoint, Tuesdays, January 11 and 18, 5:30-7 p.m. $40. MS Publisher, two Tuesdays, February 1 and 8, 5:30-7 p.m. $40. Digital Camera Use, two-week offering, Wednesdays, January 12 and 19, 5-7 p.m., or Thursdays, January 13 and 20, 6:45-8:45 p.m., or Thursdays, February 3 and 10, 6:45-8:45 p.m. $40. Digital Winter Landscape Photography, two Mondays, January 10 and 17, 5:15-6:45 p.m. $30. Digital Albums, two choices, Thursdays, January 13 and 20, 5-6:30 p.m. or Mondays, January 31 and February 7, 5:15-6:45 p.m. $30. MS Word Wizardry, Monday, February 7, 7-8:30 p.m. $15. Digital Photo-Phun using Photoshop, five Tuesdays beginning January 11, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $55. Website Design with Frontpage, five Wednesdays beginning January 12, 7:10-8:40 p.m. $65.

Info, 482-7194, or find full descriptions for all 66 Access classes at www.cvuhs.org and click on Access to CVU. 10 minutes from Exit 12.

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HAPPY NEW YEAR! craft BASIC BEADING: Saturdays, 3-5 p.m., Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. The Blue Plate Ceramic Café, 119 College St., Burlington. $15, plus materials. Preregister, 652-0102.

Learn the basics of stringing beads: which wire or thread to use, measuring for the right length, bead size and type, and using the right tools. You will learn about color, design and mixing types of beads for an interesting design. You’ll learn how to attach the clasp and how to make your knots stay in place.

CRAFT CLASSES AT CVU HIGH SCHOOL, HINESBURG: Rug Hooking for Beginners, five Thursdays beginning January 13, 6-8 p.m. $70. Bobbin Lace-Handmade, five weeks beginning January 12, 6-8 p.m. $75. Cake Decorating I (Wilton), four Thursdays beginning January 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $75. Quilting for Beginners, five Thursdays beginning January 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $65.

Rustic Furniture-Adult Chair, two Tuesdays, January 11 and 18, 6-8 p.m. $85. Rustic Furniture-Love Seat, two Tuesdays, February 1 and 8, 6-8 p.m. $115. Info, 4827194, or find full descriptions for all 66 Winter Access classes at www.cvuhs.org and click on Access to CVU. 10 min. from Exit 12.

STAINED GLASS COMPREHENSIVE WITH GRETCHEN BEGNOCHE: Wednesdays, 6-8:30 p.m. Ten weeks.

Winter: January 12 - March 16. Spring: March 30 - June 1. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Members $216, nonmembers $240. Materials $25. Info, 985-3648.

Create a beautiful stained glass window panel or lampshade for your home. Comprehensive stained glass class for beginners and intermediate students seeking additional instruction. Materials are supplied for demonstrations and practice, students will purchase materials for their projects.

dance AFRO-CARIBBEAN DANCE: TRADITIONAL DANCES FROM CUBA AND HAITI: Weekly classes: Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

- noon, Capitol City Grange, Montpelier. Fridays, 5:30-7 p.m., Memorial Auditorium Loft, Burlington. Info, 9853665. Dance to the rhythms of Cuban and Haitian music.

Dance class led by Carla Kevorkian. Live drumming led by Stuart Paton. Monthly master classes with visiting instructors. Beginners welcome!

BURLINGTON’S BEST BALLROOM: Burlington’s Best Ballroom will be premiering their 2005 Ballroom Dance season with an open house, Thursday, January 6. Three classes will be offered: Classic Waltz 6:30 p.m., Tango 7:30 p.m. and Cuban Salsa 8:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:15 for the new guest social and registration for classes. The Champlain Club, 20 Crowley St., Burlington.

Info, contact David Larson, 864-7953. No partner necessary, all are welcome. Office casual attire requested.

CUBAN-STYLE SALSA RETURNS TO BURLINGTON: Salsa Sensations and professional dance director David Larson premiere their 2005 Salsa dance season with an Open House Party, January 6. Beginners class starting January 6, 8:30 p.m. Champlain Club, 20 Crowley St., Burlington. Info, contact David Larson, 864-7953.

Salsa dancers of this style always look the best and have the most fun with authentic Cuban Rueda! Catch the excitement that’s caught the nation and see why this is so much fun!

DANCE CLASSES AT CVU HIGH SCHOOL, HINESBURG: Swing Dance for Beginners with Kym Reid Taylor, five Tuesdays beginning January 11, 7:45-8:45 p.m., $50.

Ballroom for Beginners with Kym Reid Taylor, five Thursdays beginning January 13, 7:45-8:45 p.m., $50.

Info, 482-7194 or find full descriptions for all 66 Access classes at www.cvuhs.org and click on Access to CVU. 10 minutes from Exit 12.

FLYNNARTS DANCE CLASSES: Info, 652-4548, email registrar@flynncenter.org, or visit www.flynncenter.org.

Spring semester begins January 17 and features dance classes for all ages and skill levels, including modern dance, ballet, jazz, hip-hop, lunchtime classes, dance master classes with visiting Flynn performers, and more.

LEARN TO DANCE: First Step Dance offers beginner dance classes in St. Albans on Monday nights and in Burlington on Tuesday nights. At each location the introductory Rumba, Cha Cha and Merengue class starts at 6 p.m. and the introductory Waltz, Foxtrot and Tango class begins at 7 p.m. These beginning classes are followed by intermediate classes. The St. Albans classes will start on January 3 at the City School on Bellows St., while the Burlington classes will start on January 4 at the Champlain Club, 20 Crowley St. Classes are $40/person for each 4-week session. Info, www.FirstStepDance.com or 802-598-6757.

Have you been to a party or event where people knew how

to dance? Would you like to learn to dance with a partner? Remember that partner dancing requires a partner, but attending classes doesn’t, so come alone, or come with friends, but come out and learn to dance! Come take the First Step toward learning to dance with a partner!

LEARN TO SWING DANCE: Drop-in beginner lesson, every Tuesday, 6:30–7:30 p.m. Greek Church Hall, Ledge Rd., Burlington. $5 includes Vermont Swing practice session, immediately following. Info, 8607501, or visit www.vermontswings.com. No experience necessary.

NEW YEAR SWING DANCE CLASSES IN RICHMOND: Six Thursdays of SWING with Chris Sumner and Dan Carhart. Thursdays, January 6 - February 10, Lindy 1: Introduction to Lindy, 6:15-7:15 p.m. Lindy 2A: The Swing Out, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Richmond Free Library, 2nd floor. 201 Bridge St., Richmond. $50 for 6 classes.

Info, Dan 434-5776 or Chris, rallyq@juno.com. These classes will teach the rudiments of SWING, with a strong emphasis on technique: center, balance, connection, lead & follow, timing, and more. It’s not just moves— it’s the way that you move. A Popsicle Toes Production.

SALSALINA: Night club-style group Salsa classes, four-levels. Mondays, Wednesdays (walk-in 6 p.m.) and Saturdays (children’s lessons), with Tango group classes and social dances on Fridays. Modern-Hip-Hop-African dance, Tuesdays, December 7 and December 14, 6 p.m.

Monthly membership, $35 or $55, $10 for individual classes, $5 for socials. 266 Pine St., Burlington. Info, contact Victoria, 598-1077 or info@salsalina.com. No dance experience or partner necessary, just the desire to have fun! You can drop in at any time and prepare for an enjoyable workout!

drawing BASIC DRAWING WITH SUSAN SMERKA: Wednesdays, 79 p.m. Six weeks, January 1 - March 2. Gallery Studio, 54 Falls Rd., Shelburne. Members, $120, nonmembers $135.

Materials included. Info, 985-3648. Drawing is the foundation of fine arts. Learn the basics to assist you in other mediums, and because it’s fun to draw! Learn to draw portraits utilizing a variety of materials including black and white and color. We’ll do self-portraits, work from photographs, draw from the live model. Individual instruction and critique will facilitate each student’s progress.

DRAWING FROM THE MODEL, UNINSTRUCTED: Thursdays, 7-9 p.m. Two six-week sessions, January 20 - March 3 and March 10 - April 21. Gallery Studio, 54 Falls Rd., Shelburne. Model fee $30 per 6 weeks. Bring your pencils, charcoal, Conté crayons or paints and work from the model to practice your hand and eye fusion.

drumming CONGAS AND DJEMBES: Beginning Conga classes, Wednesdays, 5:30-6:50 p.m. Djembe classes, Wednesdays, 7-8:20 p.m. New 5-week session starts 11/03. $50 for 5 weeks. Taiko Space, 208 Flynn Ave., Burlington. Info, 658-0658, 872-0494 or visit paton @sover.net. Walk-ins are welcome. Intermediate/Advanced Conga classes meet on Wednesdays or Fridays at a different location.

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empowerment CLASSES AT CVU HIGH SCHOOL, HINESBURG: Yoga, Thursday afternoons beginning January 13, 3:45-4:45 p.m., five or fourteen weeks, $45 or $110. Yoga, Thursday evenings beginning January 13, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Five or fourteen weeks, $45 or $110. Instructor: Theora Ward.

Basic Investment Strategy, five Wednesdays beginning January 12, 6:30-8 p.m., $40. Meditation with Richard Andresen, five Wednesdays beginning January 12, 7-8 p.m. $45. Personal Training for Women, five Mondays beginning January 10, 6-8 p.m., $95. Baby Sitting Class

by Red Cross instructor, Tuesday, February 1 and Thursday, February 3, 3:30-6:30 p.m., $40. Italian for Travelers, twelve Wednesdays beginning January 12, 6:30-8:00 p.m., $140. Instructor: Isabella Romenco. A Taste of American Sign Language with David Krueger, four Thursdays beginning January 13, 4-5 p.m., $50. Herbal Pet Care, two Thursdays, February 3 and 10, 6:30-8 p.m., $25. Wild in Vermont, Tuesday, January 18 from 6:30-7:30p.m., $10 donation. Backyard Astronomy, two Wednesdays, January 12 and 19, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $15. Living Tobacco Free, four Thursdays beginning January 20, 6- 7:15 p.m. No fee, but must register. Info, 482-7194, or find full descriptions for all 90 Access classes at www.cvuhs.org and click on Access to CVU. 10 minutes from Exit 12.

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gardening 2005 MASTER GARDENER BASIC COURSE: Tuesday evenings, February 1 - May 10. Offered statewide. $285 includes tuition and all materials. Info, 656-9562 or visit www.uvm.edu/mastergardener. This UVM Extension course covers the basics of Home Horticulture. Instructors are University of Vermont faculty and Vermont horticulture professionals. Topics include: Botany, Perennials and Annuals, Landscape Design (Intro), Vegetables, Turf and Weeds, Entomology, Plant Diseases, Soils, Woody Ornamentals, Pest Management, Invasive Plant Control and Becoming a Master Gardener.

herbs WISDOM OF THE HERBS 2005: AN EXPERIENTIAL JOURNEY THROUGH THE SEASONS: Eight-month herbal certification program, taught by Annie McCleary with George Lisi. One weekend each month, April - November 2005, Lincoln. $1200 with a nonrefundable deposit, $150. VSAC grants available to qualifying participants, please apply early. Info, 453-6764 or visit www.purpleconeflowerherbals.com. Develop a relationship with local wild plants as wise spirits who offer counsel and companionship. Learn through Nature Adventures - hike in wild places, lie on the earth. Make herbal medicines in sacred tradition. Harvest, prepare and eat wild edibles. Learn how to use food as our first medicine. Allow the transformation that comes with conscious association with the plant people.

jewelry BASIC BEADING: Thursday, January 13. 6:30 p.m. Bead Crazy, 21 Taft Corners Shopping Center, Williston. $20, plus bracelet materials. Info, 288-9666 or visit www.beadcrazyvt.com. This class will provide a basic overview of stringing materials, types of beads, findings, tools, design and finishing techniques. You will make a bracelet to take home.

WIRE WRAPPING: Thursday, January 6. 6:30 p.m. Bead Crazy, 21 Taft Corners Shopping Center, Williston. $20. Info, 288-9666 or visit www.beadcrazyvt.com. Learn the basics of wire wrapping.

Earrings, pendants, clasps, bracelets and more will be covered.

kids AFTER-SCHOOL ART, AGES 7-11 WITH SCOTT HAMPTON: Tuesdays, 3-4:30 p.m. Two four-week sessions. January 11February 1 and February 8 - March 8. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. $70 includes materials and snack. Info, 9853648. Something new every week! We will construct, paint, and print our way to a view of the world that is our own. Along the way, we will experiment with several mediums and methods.

FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS: Beginning in January, After School Creative Clay, January 21- February 21.

After School Visual Arts Studio Drop-in, begins January 31.

Parent Wheel and Tadpole Clay Play, February 3-24. Info, 865-7166 or visit www.BurlingtonCityArts.com.

knitting THE ART OF KNITTING WITH CHRISTINE COLE: Mondays, 6:308:30 p.m. Five weeks. Winter session: January 10-31 and February 14. Spring session: March 14 - April 11. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Members $85, nonmembers $95.

Info, 985-3648. Knitting is relaxing, rewarding and fun! Learn this creative and traditional art form’s basic techniques in the Continental Style. Our class will cover casting on, knit and purl stitches, increases, decreases, different stitch patterns and more through the completion of a project. Ideal for the beginning knitter as well as those interested in rekindling their interest. We will supply a wide array of yarns for practice and for some projects.

Knitters will purchase any specialty yarns they wish to use.

language ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE: Ongoing Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m., Sundays, 4-6 p.m. The Fletcher Free Library, 235 College St., Burlington. Free. Info, Carrie Benis, 865-7211. Classes will focus on reading, writing, speaking, listening and grammar. They are open to all who want to learn and improve their English, as well as explore American culture and history.

ESL: Ongoing small group classes, beginner to intermediate.

Vermont Adult Learning, Sloane Hall, Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester. Free. Info, 654-8677. Improve your listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in English as a second language.

ESPANOL RAPIDO! Info, contact Mercy Connections, 846-7063.

Interested in a one-week immersion Spanish class in June or July? This Spanish course is designed with Accelerated Learning principles, which ensures effortless learning that is both fun and successful!

FRENCH: Info, ggp@together.net. If you want to learn or improve your French speaking skills, you respect the environment or hate wasting time driving, try a new approach, tailored to your needs, your level, and your goals and tested by learners at

different levels. One-to-one learning with an expert language teacher, a native French speaker with a standard accent and knowledge of both Québécois and French cultures. Try it.

SPANISH CLASSES: My home or yours. Info, Pedro 453-7996.

Learn a new language in this New Year! Fantastic, fun classes with a native speaker and experienced teacher.

martial arts AIKIDO OF CHAMPLAIN VALLEY: Adult introductory classes begin Tuesday, January 4, 5:30 p.m. and meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. Please watch a class before enrolling. Day and evening classes for adults, seven days a week. Children’s classes, ages 7-12, meet on Saturdays, 9-10 a.m. and Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m. Muso Shinden Ryu Iaido (the traditional art of sword drawing), Thursdays, 6:45-8:15 p.m. Zazen (zen meditation, free and open to the general public), Tuesdays, 8-8:40 p.m.

Aikido of Champlain Valley, 257 Pine St., Burlington. Info, 9518900 or www.aikidovt.org. This traditional Japanese martial art emphasizes circular, flowing movements, joint locks and throwing techniques. Visitors are always welcome to watch aikido classes.

Please call if you would like to observe an iaido class.

MARTIAL WAY SELF-DEFENSE CENTER: Day and evening classes for adults. Afternoon and Saturday classes for children. Group and private lessons. Colchester. Free introductory class. Info, 893-8893. Kempo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Arnis and Wing Chun Kung Fu. One minute off I-89 at Exit 17.

THE BLUE WAVE TAEKWONDO SCHOOL: Adult, family and children’s classes available Monday through Thursday and Saturday for beginners, advanced and competitive students. 182 Main Street, Burlington (next to Muddy Waters). We offer the best value in the area with student and family discounts available.

Mention this Seven Days ad and receive a free uniform when you sign up! Info, call 658-3359, email info@bluewavetkd.com or visit www.bluewavetkd.com. Former national team member and Vermont state coach Gordon White teaches the exciting martial art and Olympic sport of Taekwondo. Our experienced teaching staff emphasizes proper body mechanics and Taekwondo technique during plyometric, technical and cardio training sessions to improve flexibility, strength and overall fitness.

TRADITIONAL KUNG FU CLASSES: Ongoing classes available.

Elements of Healing, 62 Pearl St., Essex Jct. Info, 288-8160.

Two traditional forms of Chinese Kung Fu are taught: Ba Ji Chuan and Xing Yi Chuan. These are powerful forms of selfdefense and self-cultivation. This is for both beginners and experienced practitioners from other styles.

VERMONT BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and SelfDefense: Mondays through Fridays, 7-8:30 p.m. Saturdays, 10 a.m. Cardio/Power Boxing: Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m. First class free.

Vermont Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 4 Howard St., A-8, Burlington.

Info, 660-4072. Learn self-defense, martial arts and boxing with a certified black-belt Gracie instructor in this positive and safe environment. Accept no imitations.

meditation MASTERY AND MEDITATION CLASS: First and third Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. South Burlington. Free. Info, 658-2447. Study the teachings of Indian Sufi Master Inayat Khan. Focus on accomplishment and success in your life and interfaith prayer for world peace.

music BURLINGTON COMMUNITY CHOIR: Wednesdays, January 26 April 27, 7-8:30 p.m. CCV, Burlington. Register December 15 January 14. Semester dues $45. Info, 865-4422 or visit www.ccv.edu. Explore a variety of music including spirituals, traditional and contemporary folk songs and classical melodies. No auditions required. Beginners and “shower singers” welcome!

Can also be taken for one credit. Directed by Amity Baker.

FLYNNARTS MUSIC CLASSES: Info, 652-4548, email regis trar@flynncenter.org, or visit www.flynncenter.org. Spring semester begins January 17 and features music classes for all ages and skill levels including lunchtime beginning guitar, jazz combo workshops, flamenco guitar, and more.

painting AFTERNOON WATERCOLOR LEVEL I WITH JEAN CANNON: Wednesdays, 2-4 p.m. Six weeks, January 19 - February 23.

Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Members $120, nonmembers $135. Info, 985-3648. Watercolor basics for those just starting or with a little experience. Learn color theory and basic watercolor technique. You will leave with new skills and techniques to practice. Some drawing experience will enhance your ability to progress in this class.

OIL PAINTING ESSENTIALS WITH ROBERT HUNTOON: Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Eight weeks, January 18 March 8. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Members $172, nonmembers $190. Info, 985-3648. Students will explore materials and skills in the medium of oil paints, including the preparation of the canvas. The focus will be on painting of still lifes. Discussion and critiques will be part of the class. Some drawing experience is recommended.

YOGA AND CREATIVE SOURCE PAINTING ONE-DAY WORKSHOP: Yoga and Creative Source Painting Workshop, Saturday, January 15, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Old Schoolhouse Common, Marshfield. Cost is $80, which includes materials and snacks.

Work exchange available. Info, contact Susan Green, 426-3717 or freedompainting@moomail.net. The focus is on self-discovery through painting and yoga. Releasing stress in body, mind and spirit, yoga will take you to deeper levels of creativity, allowing you to be fully present in the painting process. No previous painting or yoga experience required. This is not a painting technique class, there will be no critiques.

photography FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS COMMUNITY DARKROOM: Beginning in January, Basic Darkroom with Mary Johnson, January 27 - February 15. 35 MM Camera with Joe Peila, February 2 - March 9. Intermediate 35MM with Joe Peila, March 23 - April 27. Info, 865-7166 or visit www.Burlington CityArts.com. Darkroom memberships still available!

FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS COMMUNITY DARKROOM: Master Printing with Wayne Martens, Mondays, February 14 - March 21, 6-8:30 p.m. $95, $85.50 for BCA members plus $10 materials fee. Info, 865-7166 or visit www.

BurlingtonCityArts.com. Become a master black-and-white darkroom technician. Learn how to make the perfect print from every negative. How to alter the contrast curve, not just adjust the contrast range. Make the best test prints and much more. The instructor, Wayne Martens, was a professional printer in NYC for years and made prints for W. Eugene Smith, Ruth Orkin and Burke Uzzle, among many others.

pilates CLASSES AT CVU HIGH SCHOOL, HINESBURG: Pilates, Tuesdays beginning January 11, 5:15-6:15 p.m., five or fourteen weeks, $45 or $115. Pilates, Thursdays beginning January 13, 5:15-6:15 p.m., five or fourteen weeks, $45 or $115. Pilates, Tuesdays beginning January 11, 6:20-7:20 p.m., five or fourteen weeks, $45 or $115. Pilates, Thursdays beginning January 13, 6:20-7:20 p.m., five or 14 weeks, $45 or $115. Strength Training, five Tuesdays beginning January 11, 4:05-5:05 p.m., $40. Bring exercise mat and hand weights (3-5 lbs.) Info, 482-7194, or find full descriptions for all 66 Access classes at www.cvuhs.org and click on Access to CVU. 10 minutes from Exit 12.

pottery BEGINNING WHEEL WITH LORETTA LANGUET: Thursdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Ten weeks. Winter session, January 13 - March 17. Spring session: March 31 - June 2. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Members $198, nonmembers $220.

Materials and firing $50. Info, 985-3648. This class is open to beginning potters who wish to sharpen their skills as well as those who have little to no experience in clay. Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of clay and throwing on the potter’s wheel, learning the basics of creating functional ware.

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FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS CLAY AND CRAFT STUDIO: Beginning in January, Handbuilding Functional Pottery with Faye Menis, January 26. Slips and Surface Design with Loretta Languet, January 29. Beginning Wheel with Jeremy Ayers and Loretta Languet, February 3 - March 17. Info, 865-7166 or visit www.BurlingtonCityArts.com. Studio time rentals available!

FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS CLAY AND CRAFT STUDIO: Wednesday Clay with Loretta Languet. Wednesday mornings, Session I, February 9 - March 23, 9-11:30 a.m. Wednesday evenings, Session IB, February 9 - March 23, 6:30-9 p.m. $180, $162 for BCA members. Clay sold separately, $15 for 25 lb. bag.

Info, 865-7166 or visit www.BurlingtonCityArts.com. In this class for intermediate through advanced skill levels, the instructor will offer individual tips and challenges for advancement on the wheel.

Demonstrations and instruction will cover advanced techniques and the opportunity to move toward increasingly complex forms.

Individual projects will be encouraged.

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED WHEEL WITH JIM DUGAN: Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Ten weeks. Winter session: January 12 March 16. Spring session: March 23 - June 1. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Members $198, nonmembers $220.

Materials and firing $50. This class will focus on imaginative approaches to the successful marriage of form and function in clay pottery. Decorating, slips, and glazes will also be covered. Please bring your ideas, questions, imagination and sense of humor.

Students should have completed at least one wheel-throwing class.

RIVER STREET POTTERS: January/February classes for seven weeks beginning January 3. Adult Wheel, beginners only.

Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m. Beginner/Intermediate three classes, Mondays 6-9 p.m., Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and Tuesdays 6-9 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced Wheel, Thursdays 6-9 p.m. Handbuilding, all levels, beginners welcome, Wednesdays 6-9 p.m. Kids, all ages, all levels, two handbuilding and wheel classes, Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. and Saturdays 9-11 a.m. Free practice days for adults. 141 River St., Montpelier (Rt. 2). Info, 224-7000. Celebrate the New Year by letting your creativity have free reign in a friendly, supportive atmosphere.

WHEEL THROWING, ALL LEVELS, WITH LORETTA LANGUET: Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 12 noon. Ten weeks. Winter session: January 13 - March 17. Spring session: March 31- June 2.

Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Members $198, nonmembers $220. Materials and firing $50. This class is designed for beginning students as well as those who wish to further their understanding of building utilitarian pottery. This class will include individual instruction, slide talks, and demonstrations. Demonstrations will be: Glazing for Reduction, Glazing for Soda, Pitchers and Spouts, Lidded Pots, and Teapots.

printmaking FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS PRINT STUDIO 250: Multiply Your Monotype Knowledge with Susan Smerka, February 26 and 27. Learn how to work with multiple plates, creating depth through a variety of techniques and materials, found objects and chine-colle. Some experience with monotype helpful. Introduction to LetterPress with Bonnie Christensen, March 19. Learn about the letterpress and how to set it up with polymer plates for text and images. Info, 865-7166 or visit www.BurlingtonCityArts.com.

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DRUID TRAINING WITH IVAN MCBETH: One weekend/month, beginning May 2005. $200 deposit and $140 for each subsequent weekend of the training, plus food. Some special arrangements for sliding scale, apprenticeship, and/or work exchange available. Info, contact Ivan, ivanmcbeth@aol.com or www.ivan mcbeth.com or Fearn Lickfield, habondiafarm@hotmail.com or 229-4136. Become a practitioner of an ancient system of knowledge based on the laws of nature and transform your experience of everyday life and your interactions with the world around you!

SHAMANIC HEALING COURSE: One weekend/month for a year, May 2005 - May 2006. Sky Meadow Retreat Center, Stannard, VT. $360 deposit, plus $160 per weekend session. Financial terms are available on request. Info, contact Ivan McBeth, ivanmc beth@aol.com, www.ivanmcbeth.com or Fearn Lickfield, habondiafarm@hotmail.com, 229-4136. The course consists of twelve initiations into healing, including entering the world of the Shaman Healer, sweat lodge ceremony, shadow work, the spiritual warrior, the shaman’s death, fire walking, sacred drama, and vision questing.

FINE WOODWORKING-INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED- A.M. WITH DOUG JONES: 10 weeks, Tuesdays 9 a.m. - noon.

Winter session: January 11- March 22. Spring session: April 19 - June 21. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village.

Members, $205, nonmembers $230. Studio fee $30. Info, 985-3648. If you can attend during the day, this is the wood class for you! Demonstrations vary each semester, depending on the particular interests of current students. Wood joinery, basic lathe turning, and routing techniques generally are covered. The instructor will review machine tool use and safety, but students should have a working knowledge of wood properties and construction processes. Suggested: Beginning Wood or the equivalent. Students will choose their own project.

FINE WOODWORKING-BEGINNING, WITH STACEY THALDEN: 10 weeks, Mondays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Winter session, January 10 - March 21. Spring session, April 11 - June 20. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Members, $205, nonmembers, $230. All materials $65. Info, 985-3648. Build a handsome, small table while learning the basics of working with wood.

Stacey will introduce students to the properties of wood and fundamental techniques of construction. Basic machine use and safety will be emphasized.

FINE WOODWORKING-INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED WITH DOUG JONES AND STAFF: 10 weeks, 30 hours, Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. or Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Winter session: January 11-12 through, March, 22-23. Spring session, April 19-20 through June 21-22. Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne Village. Members, $205, nonmembers $230. Studio fee $30. Info, 985-3648. Continue learning the engaging art of woodworking. Students will consult with the instructor on appropriate projects for the class. Demonstrations vary each semester, depending on the particular interests of current students. Wood joinery, basic lathe turning, and routing techniques generally are covered. The instructor will review machine tool use and safety, but students should have a working knowledge of wood properties and construction processes.

support groups SEE LISTINGS IN THE CLASSIFIEDS, SECTION B.

tai chi ONGOING TAI CHI CLASSES: 5:45-7:15 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays. Elements of Healing, 62 Pearl Street, Essex Junction.

Info, 288-8160 or www.elementsofhealing.net. Traditional Yang style short form is a gentle, flowing exercise that helps correct posture and creates deep relaxation and overall health.

ONGOING TAI CHI CLASSES: 5:45-7:15 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays. Elements of Healing, 62 Pearl Street, Essex Junction. Info, 288-8160 or www.elementsofhealing.net. Traditional Yang style short form is a gentle, flowing exercise that helps correct posture and creates deep relaxation and overall health.

SUN-STYLE TAI CHI: Eight-week class starts Wednesday, January 5, 4:45 p.m. The Fitness Center, Burlington. Info, 651-8773.

Learn to go with the flow! Stress, cold weather and inactivity got you down? If you’ve avoided exercising because you hurt every time you start, try the gentle, joint-friendly movement of Sun Style Tai Chi. Increase your energy, breathing, body awareness, balance and fitness. Perfect for all abilities.

TAI CHI/MONTPELIER: Winter classes begin Monday, January 10, 5-6:30 p.m. 64 Main St., 3rd floor. $108 for 12-week series or $40 for 4-week segment. Register by Sunday, January 9. Info, 456-1983 or email grhayes@vtlink.net.

Instructor Ellie Hayes has been practicing and teaching Hwa Yu style Tai Chi since 1974. This style features circular movement, deep relaxation, significant health benefits.

theater FLYNNARTS THEATER CLASSES: Info, 652-4548, email regis trar@flynncenter.org, or visit www.flynncenter.org. Spring semester begins January 17 and features acting classes for all ages and skill levels, including family performance workshops, lunchtime acting and improv, and more.

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CLOUD HANDS QI GONG AND EARTH MEDITATION SET: Saturday, November 20, and Sunday, November 21, 10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Elements of Healing, 62 Pearl St., Essex Junction. $75. Info, 288-8160 or visit www.elementsofhealing.net. The Cloud Hands Qi Gong is the beginning set of Nui Gung (internal energy development), in the Tao Ahn Pai Qi Gong System. These traditional Taoist exercises help the body maintain good health and increase vitality.

TAKING CHARGE: Facilitated by Joan Palmer and Holly Wilkinson-Ray. Tuesdays, January 18 - February 22. Fee. Info, Palmer and Associates 863-4478. An experiential class for women interested in moving boldly forward in their lives. Learn practical ways to reach your personal and professional goals.

WOMEN WRITING FOR A CHANGE, VERMONT: Spring semester registration by January 15. Info, www.womenwriting.org, or email wwfacvt@aol.com RE: Class, to register. Intentional community supports creative writing for personal growth, healing, social change. Weekly classes provide inspiration, deep listening, helpful feedback. Find and strengthen your voice, write for change in your life and beyond.

SCUBA CERTIFICATION CLASS: January 4 - January 27, Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 5:30-10 p.m., a total of eight sessions. $245 course fee. $50 additional for local spring open water certification dives, or complete them at your warm water vacation destination this winter. Info, Waterfront Diving Center, 865-2771. Class results in an internationally recognized, lifetime certification.

snowkiting SNOWKITING: Lessons start as soon as we have some snow and/or frozen ponds/bays. Intro to Snowkite, up to 3 people, 3 hours, $85. On the Boards Lesson, up to 3 people, 2 hours, $75.

Info, 496-9691 or visit www.stormboarding.com. Get ready to get going this winter, snowkiting. Ski, tele or snowboard with a kite, cruise or go as extreme as you can handle. This exciting and fastgrowing sport has a place for everyone: cruising, jumping, going fast, riding terrain/rails, accessing back country and adding a new dimension to winter sports.

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yoga ASHTANGA YOGA: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. $60 for six weeks or $10 per class. Athletic Club of Vermont, 62 Pearl St., Essex Junction. Info, 288-9612.

BIKRAM YOGA: Ongoing daily classes for all levels. 257 Pine St., Burlington. Info, 651-8979. A heated studio facilitates deep stretching and detoxifying.

BURLINGTON YOGA: Jivamukti, Iyengar, Beginner, Kripalu, Flow, Prenatal and Hatha Sound. Burlington Yoga, 156 St. Paul St., Burlington. Info, 658-9642 or info@burlingtonyo ga.com. Burlington Yoga’s mission is to provide a supportive, focused atmosphere accessible to students of all levels to develop and nourish their individual sadhana.

DAILY ASTANGA CLASSES: Special workshops and classes for kids, intermediate series and meditation. Bristol Yoga, Old High School, Bristol. Info, 482-5547 or www.bristolyoga.com. This classical form of yoga incorporates balance, strength and flexibility to steady the mind, strengthen the body and free the soul.

YOGA VERMONT: Daily classes, open to all levels. Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Jivamukti, Anusara, Kripalu, Eclectic Hatha, Prenatal, Postnatal, Kids and Senior Classes. Register for our sixweek introduction to Ashtanga Yoga Session, Wednesdays, January 12 - February 15. 7:30-8:30 p.m. with Scott York.

Six-week Yoga for Skiers and Riders Session with Kathy McNames, Tuesdays, January 11 - February 15 and Thursdays, January 20 - February 24, 7:30-8:30 p.m. $12, drop-in, 10 classes/$100, month pass $120. Chace Mill, Burlington. Info, 660-9718 or www.yogavermont.com. Explore a variety of yoga styles with experienced and passionate instructors. Classes seven days a week, open to all levels.m

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the love counselor Dear Lola, My boyfriend moved in with me about a month ago. I thought this arrangement would cement our bond, but it seems to be driving us apart. He works at the house, so he’s always there when I get home from my job. Rather than rushing to see him, I now try to stay out as long as possible. I dread finding his mess all over the place, but don’t dare complain because I really want this relationship to work. I’m exhausted from the strain of smiling on the outside when I’m actually seething inside. I’m afraid that one day I’ll simply explode from the strain, and I’ll drive him away forever. What should I do?

Vexed in Vergennes Dear Vexed, No need to worry about damaging the relationship. If things between you were really healthy, you wouldn’t be tiptoeing around the guy and keeping your complaints to yourself. At some level, you’ve probably always been afraid of rocking the boat with him. Let him know how you’re feeling. But rather than pointing fingers, ask him to help you solve the problem. My guess is that dropping the mask and sharing more of yourself with him will actually strengthen your bond.

Love, Lola

REACH OUT TO LOLA... c/o SEVEN DAYS, P.O. Box 1164, Burlington, VT 05402 lola@sevendaysvt.com

SEVEN DAYS |december 29, 2004-january 12, 2005 | 7Dpersonals 17B

SPF, OPEN HEART, WARM SMILE, KIND, discerning and sensual. Loves to laugh.

Deep respect for Zen. 41 YO, petite, dark hair. Searching for SPM, mature, funny, compassionate, adventurous and athletic.

Both of us financially fit. 5199 SWF ISO SWM FOR POSSIBLE LTR, MUST be wonderful, good w/kids, loyal, faithful, full of life and 26-35 YO. Serious singles only. 5196 SWF, 20 YO, 5’9”, SEXY, FUN-LOVING, hog-tying, truck-driving girl in search of lonely cowboy who drives a Chevy, for good times through the night. Come make me laugh in Moretown. Must be 2032 YO M. 5178 SF, 26 YO, SLENDER, SEEKING TALENTED, SM for pleasure. Age, race unimportant.

Very discreet. Let’s get together once to determine compatibility. We can meet only once or more often. No strings attached. Please be NS. 5177 I’M LOOKING FOR AN HONEST, KIND MAN w/good looks and is fit. Enjoys outdoors, animals and cuddling. I love to travel and care very much for someone who reciprocates. I am looking for someone 30-40 YO who shares these interests. 5140 THE ESSENTIAL SELF: INTELLIGENT, artistic, quirky, kind, funny writer. 25 YO w/penchant for paint, poetry and the unseen beauty in all things. Seeks M for inspiration, touching and laughter. He’s kind, open and comfortable w/my 300 lbs. No pressure, friends first. 5138 SPWF, SMART, PRETTY, 5’9”. ARE YOU SPWM who works hard and enjoys life?

Tired of spending time alone? Me, too. Be positive and be yourself. No MAM. No M w/baggage. I’m good looking - you be, too! Burlington. 5135 50S, CLASSY, SLENDER, ATTRACTIVE F. Bohemian background ripe w/artisan/ musical/passionate roots. Looking for a big man-courageous, normal, fun, nice, manly, all rolled into one hunky guy. 4060 YO, mid-VT area. 5130 31 YO SWF LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO cuddle w/on the coldest winter nights.

Must be fit, enjoy the outdoors, be openminded and energetic. Wanna play in the snow w/me? 5129 SF, 26 YO, 5’7’’ , BRIGHT HAZEL-EYED Cuban hottie w/many interests, including poker, bowling, dancing, cooking. Looking for casual dates w/funny, interesting, easy-going, confident 26-40 YO M. 5128 DARK-EYED TRAVELER, LOVER OF WORLD cultures, acoustic music, homemade soup, chevre on bread w/fireside wine and related sensual gratification seeks bright-eyed sweetheart, 45-52 YO PM, who exudes lefty values, intelligence, whimsy and passion. 5122 I AM 50ISH, LIBERAL, EBULLIENT AND live in Rutland County. Enjoy many aspects of life; arts, literature, travel, good food. I tend to click w/men who are outgoing, intelligent, verbally engaging, have quick sense of humor and are self-sufficient. 5120

DID I IMAGINE THE 29-39 YO RUGGED, outgoing, athletic, romantic, intelligent, family-oriented handyman w/gentle soul that I seek? Can’t be! This attractive, independent 29 YO animal-loving, liberal, funny, feisty, intelligent, outdoorsy, outgoing SWF is on the hunt. Make it easy. 5117 CONTRA DANCING, CAT-LOVING CELTIC music admiring, community-oriented book lover would like to spend time w/interesting, thoughtful people over 40. Please act now. 5107 FALLING SNOW, LOOKING FOR SOMEONE to enjoy it with? Wholesome, kind SWPF ISO NS 50-58 YO who likes to garden, hike, snowshoe, ski, share good cooking, travel near and far. Must be honest, thoughtful, adventurous. 5103 LIGHT BROWN HAIR, GREEN EYES, SMALL, athletic, 49 YO. Loves the outdoors, horses, dogs, travel, gardening. Seeking partner w/a kind heart who wants a cute, funny, self reliant, financially secure woman.

NS/ND. I’ll return all calls. 5101 29 YO SINGLE MOM, STUDENT, UNIQUE, petite, artistic, sensual, strong woman ISO SM, 22-39, who loves animals, is laid-back and easy-going, in-touch w/his feelings and isn’t intimidated by a strong-minded woman. 5100 SWPF, 39 YO, INDEPENDENT, HONEST, intelligent, spiritual, enjoys skiing, hiking, biking, yoga, massage, traveling, foreign films, books, art, wine, organic food, conversation w/a desire to know more in life. ISO NS/ND, 35-45 YO, adventurous w/similar attributes and interests. 5091

BOARD ALONE? GROOMED ICONOCLASTIC Euro-hunk seeks mid-week mountain mogul Miss under 40, w/whom to blast the bumps of the Bush and beyond. No pain, no gain.Bring your brain. 5569 SWPM, LIBERAL, VERY WELL-EDUCATED, politically active, unusually fit, 5’11”, 168 lbs, 62 YO. Seeking tall, slender, well-educated NS F, any age, for long 8-9 min. mile runs, strenuous hikes/bicycling/XC ski trips and a possible lifetime of companionship. 5567 SANTA IS COMING AND I’M GETTING lonely. 6’, slightly handicapped, working w/new leg. ISO easy-going, movie-loving, open-minded F for companionship and possible LTR. 5566 30 YO SWPM, ARTIST, SEEKS HIS MUSE. Looking for fun-loving, adventurous spirit for casual times, good conversation and some winter-time fun. Me: 6’, rugged, tattooed, Zen soul. 5518 I KNOW YOU’RE OUT THERE. SINGLE GUY looking for a special someone to make something incredibly special together.

Seek someone with inner beauty to match her outer looks and warmth and personality.

5505 DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO SATISFY and be satisfied? This attractive, wellbuilt, younger 45 YO DWM seeks connection w/similar open, attractive, nicely built, adventuresome F who enjoys intimacy and fun. Between Montpelier and St. J. 5504

LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO CAN STAND a woman for more than one day. Supportive, outgoing, energetic. No goody-twoshoes, please. 5088

SOME BEACH SOMEWHERE, YOU ARE OUT THERE: SWM, 47 YO, 180 lbs., 5’11”, fit, healthy, ambitious, good-looking, NS/ND, hardworking, loyal, likes country, animals, outdoors, movies. ISO attractive, fit, healthy, tall soul mate for LTR. 5501

men > women

SM, 45 YO, SEEKS SLIM F, 18-40 YO, FOR mutually pleasurable meetings in the Montpelier/Burlington-area. 5500

25 YO SWM ISO CLEAN CUTIE TO FULFILL my needs! Me: prof. business M, goodlooking, workaholic. You: cute prof. looking for no-strings pleasure! 5597 23 YO SWM, WELL-TONED, LIGHT SMOKer, romantic. I enjoy hiking, camping, walking, biking, reading, writing, talking, candlelight dinners, moonlight walks, cuddling in front of a fire or cuddling surrounded by candles. ISO friends or LTR. Similar interests, age 18-33. 5596 SWM, HARD-WORKING, FIT, WITTY, faithful, considerate and poetic. I find happiness in her happiness and pleasure in her pleasure. ISO F 25-40 YO who perhaps is ISO me. Wanna share some candles? 5590 RUGGED, ROMANTIC, ON REBOUND. SWM, 41 YO, seeks simple, fun, noncommittal connection w/outgoing, healthy, 30-something lass for rambling conversation and spontaneous adventure.

Montpelier-area, snowshoes/skis helpful.

Good posture a +. 5572 32 YO SCORPIO SEEKS IN-SHAPE WOMEN who love to be pleased orally. Have a place in Burlington. I am tall, clean cut and easy to get along with. 420 as well.

5570

36 YO SWM, SEARCHING... POISE, BEAUty, brains. I want it all. In return you get an attractive, secure, fit, lover of life. I have good hands, love to pamper and edify. Just a M who enjoys showering that someone w/adoration. 5484 WM, 25 YO, ATHLETIC BUILD, SEEKING a woman to have discreet relations with.

Get together once for compatibility and go from there. Prefer age range up to 45.

Be in average to better shape. No strings attached. Leave email or phone number, please. 5480 20-SOMETHING ISO WOMEN 40 AND older. Attractive M ISO older women. I am intelligent, fit and attractive. Maybe we can have some fun? 5479 SWM, MID 40S LOOKING FOR SF, 40 + to hang out and go out. Must have a good heart, sense of humor and know a thing or two about irony. LTR. 5476 BABY IT’S COLD OUTSIDE! 36 YO SWPM looking to warm body/mind/spirit.

Handsome, fit, artistic, attentive, generous, happy, down-to-earth lifestyle. ISO 24-38 YO beautiful SF w/similar qualities.

So, what ya’ doin’ out there? 5473

MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES: JACUZZI TUB, wood-burning fireplace, culinary creations and fine wines. Attractive, healthy, educated, easy-going, youthful, 5’11”, 175 lbs., 40ish SWM seeking attractive, slender, 25-45 YO F for friendship, romance and adventure. Long hair a +. 5407

HOLIDAYS ALONE? ME, TOO! DWM, young 41 YO, smoker. Good build/looks.

Looking for a slender to medium built woman, 32-48 YO who is fun to be with, enjoys classic rock, good food, Jacuzzi, dancing and likes to touch and be touched. 5291

PSWM, 26 YO HIKER, RUNNER, SNOWboarder. Enjoys cooking, movies, reading, playing cards. ISO F, 22-28 YO for playing outside. Sense of humor is a must. 5405

32 YO SWM W/OPEN MIND AND HEART. Sports and animal lover. Sense of humor, good looks, outgoing, loves travel but no baggage! You: 24-35 YO sweetie. 5285

SEARCHING FOR A HEART. DWM, 5’9”, 150 lbs. Looking for a woman that seeks adventure, fun and travel. I’m youthful, open-minded, appealing, sensitive, proportionate, out-going. I’ve got the ticket for your travel plans in 2005. 5403

HONEST, EASY-GOING 51 YO SW Vermont-er who likes to exercise and live a healthy lifestyle seeks LTR w/attractive 3050 YO lady for dining out, dancing, communicating and sharing life together.

Please be NS/ND. 5283

SNOWFLAKES FALL IN SNOW MOTION: A very kind, caring, middle-aged, liberal M, 5’9”, 158 lbs., seeks kind, friendly, relaxed woman for LTR. I love woodworking, drawing, books, writing, nature, folk guitar, jazz, poetry, running, children and warm fireside chats. 5401

HOPELESS LOSER, SWM, 44 YO, 180 LBS. Complete basket case. Couldn’t get a date if my life depended on it. A real project.

Hoping to meet slim, attractive F w/lots of time and patience. 5277

SINGLE, 34 YO, GOOD-LOOKING, TALL, well-built, clean, healthy, dark hair, kinda long, blue eyes. Can be discreet. I’m talented. Looking to please girls, ladies, 1845 YO. Must be clean. No heavies. 5398 CUCKOLD: REAL WOMEN DON’T DO house-work. Their man does. Enjoy total control and freedom dating. Great guy, easy on the eyes, loyal. 5389 SWPM, 48 YO, 130 LBS., 5’7” ISO SPF or great date, not late, no hate for good times, no crimes, no mimes need apply.

Motorcycle rides, RV glides and cuddling a + 5387 QUIET, OLD FASHIONED, COUNTRY BOY in central VT. 35 YO, 5’8”, 140 lbs. I like rockin’ music, cooking, drumming, back yard bonfires and working w/my hands.

ISO SWF, 30-40 YO, honest, attractive, somewhat active, w/a good sense of humor. No kids. 5383 SWM, 40 YO, NEW TO THE AREA. WANT company while I re-learn the basics.

Avocations: snow sports, MTB, yoga, music.

Seek SWF who is smarter than me and can ride/cross-country ski or will learn. No decaf. Minor vice encouraged. 5381 NOTHING FANCY ABOUT ME: SWM, 39 YO, laid-back, family-type who enjoys cooking, movies, outdoor activities.

Looking for SF, 35-43 YO. Interested in friendship, possibly leading to LTR. Help bring the holiday cheer. 5379 EARLY BIRD, DWM, 50 YO, 5’7”, 150 LBS. seeking early Dove for winter fun. Fit, open to new ideas. I work 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. Looking for someone w/around the same hours. 5378 SWM, 56, 5’9”, 155 LBS. OWN HOME, Rutland, physically attractive, simple Christian lifestyle. Day-trips, Greyhound travel, snack bars, local events, concerts, plays, movies, rock, blues, country music, dancing, biking, hiking, gentle walks, other physical activity. ISO SWF, 43-58, romantic relationship, dating or possible LTR, cuddling, affection, similar interests.

5292

My name is Smokey and I'd like to light the fire in your bunny-loving heart. I am a 1-yearold, light grey, male lop rabbit just looking to warm up your days and nights. If you will provide me with lots of love and fresh veggies, I will twitch my nose and wiggle my ears for you and only you - and we just might make a great match! Visit me at HSCC - Tuesday through Friday from 1 - 6 pm and Saturday from 10 am - 4 pm. 862-0135.

WELL-ROUNDED SEEKS SAME. 35 YO DWM seeks WF, 27-38 YO for friendship, hopefully LTR. Outgoing, funny, smart, sensitive. Enjoy outdoor activities, movies, photography, cooking, kids, animals, travel, sailing, psychology, politics, hockey, baseball. Having an opinion is a good thing! 5243 SWM 30 YO, GOOD-LOOKING, HAS morals and goals in life. Looking for someone to do things w/hobbies that incl. motorcycles, dinners, ATVs, hunting, camping, etc. Looking for a SF, 19-43 YO. No kids, busty a +. 5240 40-SOMETHING SM SEEKS SF FOR OUTdoor activities or inside fun by the fireplace. Friends first OK, then who knows!

5236 HAPPY HOLIDAYS: ONE-WOMAN-MAN seeking pleasant company and conversation. Fun to be with. Get outside or cozy up. Chittenden-County. I am SWM, 48, 5’8”. Have brain and sex appeal. 5233 SINGLE, HANDSOME M, 26, SEEKING temporary marriage w/SF for business purpose.

Housing and compensation will be discussed. Serious respondents, please. 5229 31 YO, TALL, STOUT, BEARDED, ORGANICfarmin’, timber framer lookin’ for an earthy, good-lookin’, soup-cookin’, bread bakin’, love-makin’ mama to share outdoor adventures and cold nights with. Must have a sense of humor and appreciate the simple life. No cigs! 5223 HAVE YOU BEEN SERVICED FOR WINTER? Very handsome, built, 50ish SWM, 5’9”, 154 lbs., humorous, courteous, smoker, beaches. ISO 35-51 YO SWF who sounds “right”. 5222 DOMINANT BUT AFFECTIONATE, ROMANtic but strict. Caring PSWM seeks attractive, intelligent, SWF, 18-32 YO w/romance in her heart and submission in her soul.

Experienced in this kind of relationship or not, if this is you, let’s talk. 5211

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>> PLACE ONE FOR FREE ARE YOU INTERESTED IN THE SECRET LIFE of swinging? Do you like to entertain? Are you 35-55 YO? Do you like a good porn movie? Do you enjoy threesomes, foursomes or moresomes? SWPM, adventurous and nonconforming ISO SWF for LTR. 5210 NYLON FANTASIES: STRAIGHT, CUTE 28 YO M who likes wearing stockings.

Seeking F who likes wearing nylons, stockings, for fetish or just in general. I love to give foot rubs and leg massages.

Listen to message for more detail. 5194 WHAT’S LIFE W/O COMPANY? 24 YO SWM moved to Burlington for job. Love the job, but lack the company to make me happy. Seeking the end of a sappy movie, but I’ll settle for a little excitement, fun, you name it. 5185 LOOKING FOR THE RIGHT PERSON TO share life with. M, 5’8”, tall, 180 lbs., brown eyes, not bad to look at. Looking for an attractive F, 30-45 YO. I own home + have a good job. 5176 WM, 45, ISO PLAYMATE. WOULD LIKE TO meet a couple of times a month. Nothing but pure pleasure for both of us. Must be clean and NS, like myself. 5143 GIRLS: INITIALLY WHAT HITS YOU MOST about a guy and your own interest?

Nothing infuriates me more than not making it to the plate for a date, in real terms.

So, I will share w/you, in the rest of the personal, what I think we both want to interject here beyond the traditional Happy Thanksgiving 2004! Romance, Italian guy, likes to laugh a lot, desire to share social and personal interests on a note of gratitude, as is. Take the initiative to be my friend through the personals. Ciao. 5142 S, HANDSOME, FUN, SUCCESSFUL PROFESsional looking to settle down for life w/an open-minded and sweet VT girl, 18-25 YO. Snowboarder a +! Can’t wait to hear from you. 5134 SWM, 50 YO, ISO F, 45-55 YO, FOR LTR. Me: easy-going, off-shift worker avail. for all. I have days free and would like companionship. 5132 WANT A DOG, HOUSE, AND KIDS SOMEday? Me, too. CSWM,31 YO, artist, singer, actor, works w/kids ISO independent yet traditional, creative SCF for friendship, intelligent conversation and possible LTR. Let’s talk, debate and share things we care about. 5119 THAT SPECIAL KISS: LET’S WRAP OUR arms. 48 YO divorced, handsome onewoman man. A lonely, toe curling smoocher looking for someone who understands it takes two to achieve. Please connect the dots and call for more info. 5115 ARE YOU AN ATTRACTIVE SOPHISTICATED F? Are you classy/sassy, educated, well traveled, mannered, good conversationalist and an opinionated woman? Are you interested in a M who is willing to listen?

Do you prefer stockings over Birkenstocks?

How about flip-flops in Nantucket or Newport in the summer? 5114 M LOOKING FOR DISCREET MEETINGS. Romantic, funny, caring. I’m 39 YO and average weight/height. Looking for 25-40 YO, D/D free. 5112

RAT M, NIN, JOSH GROBAN, NASTEE, A-Dog, Scooby Doo, The Princess Bride, Kelly’s Heroes, The Lost Boys, Terry Goodkind, Michael Slade, Hazel Ra, Big Wig, dragons, wizards, Druids, vampires, spirits, magick, reincarnation, piercing, tattoos, 420. Looking for someone honest, funny and beautiful in my eyes. 5098 OLD SCHOOL GUY: CUTE, RUGGED, LOYAL, tattooed SWM, 35 YO, seeks F, 25-40.

Someone to share life with, lean on, learn from, trust and love. I love the outdoors, kids, work. Am very compromising w/a backbone. No games. 5097 SWM, 43 YO, INTO LONG WALKS, CAMPing, fishing, Nascar, dining in or out, movies, cuddling, very affectionate, trustworthy. ISO LTR w/active F to share life with. Must be honest, sincere, similar interests. NS, ND. Life is too short, let’s have fun. 5084 WOULD LIKE TO MEET SOMEONE WHO would not mind exploring this life together. Honest, open, caring, lot of TLC to give. Seeks SF, 25-50, who loves to be pampered and treated like a queen. 5012

women > women SPUNKY, PRAGMATIC, IMPETUOUS, OUTdoorsy, girlie PF, 30 YO, seeks same.

Common interests are important but it’s more important that we catch one another’s drift. However, if you’re a mountainlover and not a Republican, we’ll get off to a much nicer start. 5488 I AM A SINGLE VIRGO WHO IS LONELY and looking for some great friends out there and maybe sometime I will meet that special someone, in time. I have dark brown hair/eyes. 180 lbs. I’m kind, honest, friendly, loving. 5373 LOOKING TO MEET THE RIGHT GIRL. I’M 37 YO, mother of two girls. I love the outdoors, a nice movie, cuddling on the sofa, having nice dinners and doing things w/my girls. 5241 FUN-LOVING, OUTDOOR ENTHUSIAST looking for someone to share fun activities with. Interests incl. hiking, fishing, home-cooked dinners and movies.

Looking for fun, down-to-earth person to spend quality time with. ND/NS. 5227 23 YO F MUSICIAN, ARTIST, SINGER, songwriter, pianist, poet, dancer, spiritual, intelligent, outgoing, creative. ISO similar F for romance. Possible LTR. 5202 SWF, 45 YO, 5’6”, 150 LBS., BLUE-GREEN eyes, light-brown hair, rough-edged, employed w/benefits, smart ass. Like canoeing, swimming, bowling, playing pool, beer. ISO honesty, caring heart, smile, LTR? Let’s meet and share a sunset. 5181 30 YO, SGPF, FIT, MONTPELIER FEMME w/bedroom hair ISO someone not afraid of my lipstick, to play, hike up a mountain and drink a bottle of wine, make angels in the snow and dance till we’re sweat slicked and salty. 5180

CARHARTT-WEARING, FUN-LOVING, environmentally aware, 21 YO dyke ISO an outdoor playmate close to Burlington.

Pick any sport, show, non-stuffy art event, whatever and let’s have a go of it. NS/ND. Friends first, then, if sparks fly... 5136 LOOKING FOR SOME GREAT LADIES OUT there! Me: dark brown eyes/hair and a little over weight, 180 lbs. I’m loving, kind, lovable, friendly, warm, loyal, honest w/lots more. I’m Virgo and love to have lots of fun! 5090

men > men NEK, BUSY WM ISO ELDERLYISH W gentleman for friendship and occasional caring, rewarding romance. Me: 59, caring and gentle. Give me a call. It may be the important call you always wanted to make. 5593 RED MEAT ANYONE? GOT A FETISH FOR redheads? I know you’re out there. Come bury your face in my golden crotch. I’m gay, single, healthy, attractive, in-shape and fun in bed. Looking for some hot, safe, sensuous winter company. 5586 JIGGLE W/DELIGHT BECAUSE I AM A GM who’s out of sight. Hey guys, that’s suppose to mean “feeling groovy” about the ultimate blind date as is! 6’2”, brown eyes, beard. Jiggle w/delight because you’re gay, too! 5579 GWM, 32 YO, 5’9”, 160 LBS SEEKING generous M to help and spoil me. You be financially secure and understanding. No strings or expectations. Looking for help, support and friendship. No one over 60 YO, please. Discretion is expected. 5517 QUALITY MEAT ISO LTR. ME: 40 YO, BOYish, handsome, 6’3”, 205 lbs., brown/blue, Ivy-educated, quick wit, healthy HIV+, literary, masculine, bottomish, great sex, experimental streak, safe, affectionate.

You: 40 +, smart, funny, kind, honest, attractive, masculine, sexually/financially secure, not heavy drinker, topish, aggressive, playful. 5486 HIV POZ GUY, 45 YO, HEALTHY, PRODUCtive, independent, the home body-type but not boring. I have the time for a real lover, bareback only. You be poz, available, dependable, no games and know what you want. 5411 ONE VERY SPECIAL 51 YO GWM SEEKS 18 + WM who dreams of having a kind, understanding, generous father/uncle. Sex optional. Honesty, discretion assured. So be real, I am. 5377 GWM, 32, SMOOTH, BOTTOM SEEKS EXPErienced FT master for safe, sane and serious play. All scenes considered. Please be older, bolder and in charge. Shopping for a LTR a +. Attitude is the only thing that matters. 5375 GWM, 53, 5’5”, DISABLED, TOP ONLY. ISO sex, drugs, rock ‘n’ roll, LTR, poetry in life, fantasy in bed, sci-fi in dreams. No games, just reality here in P’burgh, NY. What have you got to lose? 5293

TIRED OF THE DRAMA AND GAMES. GWPM, 33 YO, 5’10”, 170 lbs., enjoys movies, dining out, walks, hanging w/friends and quiet nights for two.

Looking for GM, 25-45 YO for friendship that hopefully turns to LTR. Players and drama queens need not apply. 5286 GWM, 32 YO, 5’9”, 160 LBS. SEEKING hot, masculine, attractive guys needing oral service and hot, fun times. BI-curious and married guys welcome. Absolute discretion is assured. Guys w/some chest hair a big +. 5282 ATTRACTIVE, 43 YO SGWPM, BROWN/ blue, 5’10”, 160 lbs. ISO guys, 18-45 YO, D/D-free for hot times. Prefer guys who are tops. BM, tall, slim, P or well-educated is a big +. 5235 WELL-BUILT/ENDOWED OLDER GENT WILL service M, 18-40 YO. Oral and bottom. Discretion and privacy assured. Let experience pleasure you. Burlington-area.

Race unimportant. No fats, femmes, please. Students welcome. 5232 GWM, 46 YO, 180 LBS., BROWN/HAZEL, SEARCHING for clean-shaven, hot, young M, 18-40 YO. Love college guys, love to suck, swallow, bottom. All calls are answered. 5225 42 YO SUBMISSIVE M, LOVES TO EAT out. Looking for older guy to please.

Lamoille County-area. 5224

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WBIM SEEKS WBIM FOR FRIENDSHIP and possibly more. Must be very discreet.

Me: 36 YO, NS, light drinker. You: 30s, NS. Good hygiene a must. No drugs. 5394 ANY OTHER SEXY, FIT, THIN, MYSTERIOUS, uninhibited, smart, secure, mature, hot, naturally beautiful, exotic, femme girls out there also looking for the same? Want to have secret, hot rendezvous? I’m down for whatever you’re down for, as long as it’s me! 5280 SINGLE, STRAIGHT, GOOD-LOOKING educated, white, Burlington guy, looking for two attractive BIF’s interested in sensual menage a trois. Me: 6’, 190 lbs., blue eyes/brown hair. 5104 ACHING TO RECEIVE HOT ORAL ACTION? I’m your guy. Clean, attractive, 30s, seeking guys, 18-44, in decent shape, 6” +.

Privacy assured, private home, willing to travel. Don’t be shy. Let your other head do the talking. Call. 5093 26 YO BIWM, 5’8”, 140 LBS. D/D-FREE. ISO CUs and select singles for discreet, sensual massage, creative play and adult encounters. Age and race unimportant.

Clean and discreet a must. 5092 BIM, 41 YO, LOOKING FOR OLDER gentlemen, 60s, to have fun and pleasure with this very nice body, at your place.

5085

NOT STRIVING TO BE NORMAL OR PC! GWM, 39 YO, 6’, 175 lbs., in-shape, a touch of creative insanity. Not seeking one-nighters or someone w/issues. Do you have a personality, sense of humor, attractiveness, between 20-45? Do call! 5183

just friends

GWM, 38 YO, BLONDE, 5’11”, 160 LBS., bottom. Sorry, not very oral but up for just about anything else. ISO older GM, top. Must be aggressive. Into B/D and toys at your place, only. Burlington-area.

D/D-free. Let’s talk. 5182 GWM, 30, SEEKING A M FOR ? I AM open-minded, keep it real! I am very sane, NS, masculine, workout, discreet, diseasefree, open, educated. Wanna know more?

Call me, you won’t regret it. 5179 55 YO BIM LOOKING FOR GUYS TO FORM group. My place, Monday-Thursday, try something new. 5121 GWN LOOKING FOR A RELATIONSHIP, something more then sex. I am 5’6, 220 lbs., brown hair/eyes. I have a hairy body, love to be romantic, am caring and kind. Sorry, I am not in VT but can travel to meet Mr. Right. 5110

bi seeking ?

FREE, ACTIVE BIM LIVING IN THE SEA of potentiality on an evolutionary journey on my ascending Kundalini in an attempt to rise above prejudice and hate. Looking for others on like journeys to share experiences with. Anything is possible. 5595

CARING, LOVING, EASY-GOING M loves to chill, read, cook, exercise, outdoors, romance and all musical genres. ISO easygoing fun women for anything and everything from videos, day trips, sunset watching, shopping, going out and soul searching. 5578 HI BURLINGTONIANS: I am relocating to the area from San Francisco. I need lots of advice and new friends. My husband and I have two kids, a two-year old and a ten-month old. Out here in the west we have mom’s clubs and knitting groups and all kinds of things. What is the vein into Burlington life? What is the best restaurant? Day hike? Beginning ski slopes? Thanks so very much for your time! 5496 YOU KNOW OUR LOVE WILL NOT FADE AWAY. Thousands of us chanted for years, even when the palace broke down. Hey brothers and sisters, let’s listen to some old bootlegs, dance around the living room, get some drum circles going on.

5390 DON’T READ THIS AD! Use T.V. Guide to schedule your day, meet people at bars, buy the Lexus, vote GOP, gleefully attend your three-legged lesbian nuns in crisis welding tapestries about the oppression of the spotted owl in a postindustrial urban renewal war-zone support group meetings. Or, join 2 locals in a quest for enlightenment, laughs and beer. 5127

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i spy TO MY BEAUTIFUL NURSE! THANK YOU for everything! You make the coldest VT days warmer. I have never laughed so much as I do w/you. I am the luckiest chef in the world. 5598 I SPY MY DEMO-BEAUTY, LUCY-LOVER. My girl to take care of me after my fall.

5594 YOUNG LADY, FORMERLY OF THE WAY side: You told me you were leaving but you didn’t say when. Now I’m sitting here wondering how to find you. It’s not about the crackers, I just want to see you again. 5592 HALLOWEEN NIGHT: THAT GORGEOUS GIRL w/beautiful hair. I met you at the corner store on Archibald St. and gave you my number on a five. I’m still interested. Are you? 5589 IN RESPONSE TO THE “BRIEF CO-OP MEETing” (5408) I-Spy. more details, it could be me but I’m not sure, please elaborate.

5587 12/10, I SPY A NORWEGIAN GYMNAST who can’t sleep. I forgot to say I did enjoy your company. Maybe we’ll meet again sometime. 5585 I SPY A CLOSET JUNGLIEST BANGING your head to fresh DNB beatz. If you’re feeling up to Speed, meet me at Millennium or if you are feeling Impulsive, meet me at the 1/2 Lounge. 5583 YOU: TALL, HANDSOME BUTCH WORKING at the Peace and Justice Store, 12/11.

Me: shopping for a long rainbow sticker for my car. Are you single? ‘Cause I keep seeing you around and I think you’re a cutie. Coffee sometime? 5582 SATURDAY AFTERNOON, 12/11: MILTON Hannaford. You: dark-haired beauty, twotone blue coat in the check-out line. Me: leaving w/red and black coat. Was there a connection, did I have something on my face or did you want my 24 coat? Call me.

5580 GRUPO SABOR SHOW, 12/10. YOU: slender, curly-haired dirty-blonde, expertly salsa-ing your way behind Dave Grippo solos. Me: tallish M w/black cap, reluctantly dancing w/flailing stranger.

Quisiera bailar? 5577 I SPY MY ADORABLE STIR-FRIED POTATO queen, bearing gifts of chocolate and spoiling me w/foot rubs, whose charmingly dorky ways make me smile. You really are too much and I love every bit of it.

Te amo, Mama Spock. 5575 ANDY GOLDSWORTHY FILM, FLEMING Museum, 12/4: You were looking for the perfect seat. We chatted briefly. You said you liked to play in nature and asked me if I was visual. I would like to talk more!

5574 DRAWER BOY SATURDAY SHOW: WE spoke during intermission about law and my Guatemalan paratrooper training. I was charmed and would love to see you again. 5573

TALL, BLONDE WOMAN, GLASSES, BROWN leather jacket whom I have seen on Cherry St. by Borders, as well as jogging on the bike path this summer. Would love to run into you again and learn what your book is about. 5571 THERE WAS THIS ONE TIME, AT GIRL Scout camp, that changed my perception of everything. You spoke to my heart, you touched my soul. There was no more running. I saw the earthquake bubbles. Tagyou are it! 5568 KING STREET YOUTH CENTER GODDESS: I may have forgotten to pay my wager but you will always own what counts, my heart. 5520 THIS LITTLE PRINCE HAS BEEN CAPTIVATed by a flower of unparalleled beauty which he longs to cultivate and foster, a rather rare breed known as VacillatioastrumCaelestis, or Rockstar-Angel, has captured my heart and mind. All hail Eris! 5519 I SPY DON. WE’RE IN LOVE, BUT NOT LIKE that. It’s hard to be good-looking, rich and smart. No one gets it. Portland? sooner that later! Write a novel, raise our kids, I’ll bury people. Yeah, Grandma! 5516 LOPY: NOT JEREMY. I’M SO GLAD MY OLD friend brought us together. Would enjoy the opportunity to get to know who you are. Dinner? 5514 135 PEARL, 12/2: TALL, SLENDER LADY, brown hair, singing with her “Sisters”. Our eyes caught when I walked in and a few times more, but we never talked. I’ve regretted letting the moment pass. Any hope of talking now? 5512 NORMIE: YOUR SOUL IS BEAUTIFUL, AS are your eyes and body. I want you to care about what happens to me. Thanks for your honesty. Sometimes it’s too much. 5511 WE SPY JULIA AT THE PLANET AS SHE PREpares to soar out of our galaxy. Congratulations, good luck and we’ll miss you! 5509 I SPY THE LOW LIFE WHO STOLE MY purse at Pearls on 11/05. Karma will get you. You’d better watch out. 5506 I SPY A BAND IN THE MAKING. I’M A good singer and I can’t find you! Let’s get this thing rolling. Call me soon! 5503 12/5, I SPY A GOOD-LOOKING HOWIE Day fan. I really miss driving your car.

Your friendship means the world to me.

Friends like you are hard to find. Thanks for always being there for me. 5502 TALL HOTTIE IN THE DMX SUBI: I USED to see you at the post office and we finally met at the Tooth. Please come in for a margarita so we can meet again.

5499 KAYDEN: YOU WROTE TO ME ONCE. I DID reply but maybe it was too late. I would like to learn more, if you are still available. 5495 BROOKS, DOWNTOWN. I KEEP SPYING A gorgeous middle-aged redhead who always seems too hard at work to bother when I’m there. If you’re single I’d love to talk to you. 5494 BRIDGET JONES, 12/5 AT THE ROXY. You were w/3 friends, sat on right. We blinked to each other in the lobby. I want to invite you to the Logger for Holiday and Cheers! 5492 I SPY TWO HARDWORKING BOOKsellers. May the holidays bring you peace, joy and employers who respect you. Love, Spike. 5491 A TALL GIRL FROM KAY JEWELERS WHO loves the Needs. If you ever need love, you need to find me. 5490 K: YOU HUNG OUT ALL NIGHT ON POSItively Fourth St. without a word, while I worked. Your presence pushed me through the limits. Be kind. Just slip out the back. 5485 BRUCE: IT WAS NICE TO SEE YOU AGAIN at the restaurant, 12/04. Sorry I was so drunk on New Year’s Eve and left early.

I’m sober now. Do you wanna go out sometime? 5483 THE FIRST ONE IS EXCITING. THE SECOND one comes so quickly, but the third one is the most powerful! It was so easy to get them w/you. What will I do with all this energy? 5481

FERRISBURG MOBIL, 11/24, 5:50 A.M. I spied F Toyota 4-Runner driver of my dreams. We again said “hello”. You in the red pants make me like Jello. Peace, love, let’s hike Mt. Philo. 5417

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MIKE W/MY PHONE IN A LITTLE PINK pocket book. We talked, did you forget?

Please bring back! 5414 I SPY A HANDSOME, BRICK-LAYING fool almost ready to let his hair down.

Don’t wait too long. Hair goes w/age and passionate kisses are not a dime a dozen.

5410 12/2, CO-OP: IT WAS BRIEF, TOO BRIEF. 10 p.m. We were in different lines. You: brown hair, beautiful. My heart sinks. Me: tall, over by customer help desk. I remember you from Common Grounds. Any chance for coffee? 5408 HEALTHY LIVING, 11/27: YOU: TALL, attractive, woman w/nose ring working at vitamin table. Me: curly, brown hair, beard, wool sweater. You have a great smile! Would you like to meet for dinner?

5402 YOUR AD: SF, 26 YO, SLENDER, BOX 5177.

Seeking talented, SM for pleasure. That would be me. I am discreet, good-looking, happy, clean, healthy, sexy, talented. Have a cozy home. Call me. 5399 12/1: GUY IN BOSOX SHIRT AND GIRL driver of gray pickup who saw me drop my UVM ID and flagged me down on Riverside. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I’ll pay it forward. 5397 I SAW YOU ON MATCH.COM AND AT THE Daily Planet, day after Thanksgiving. Our eyes met several times. Me: long-haired beauty in the corner w/a friend. You: w/a friend? Meet for drinks? 5395 I SPY THE MOST BEAUTIFUL MOTHER-TObe who deserves everything to be her way and more. You know I’ll do anything for you. Indulge my desire to pamper you.

5392 HANDSOME BOY: I HOPE TO SEE YOU ON some corner soon. Finally meeting you for the hundredth time, I couldn’t stop staring. You make my breath stop. 5380 11/26, NECI: REALLY ATTRACTIVE GUY outside joining family or friends for their smoke break. You were wearing Nikes, jeans and a green coat w/a fur collar. Interested in making a new friend? I am! 5372 CUTE BARTENDER AT NECTARS, 11/16, PO show. Didn’t get to say good-bye.

Thanks for the chair! 5287 HI CUTIE: SENDING A VIRTUAL SPRING roll in your direction. Sweetwaters was too much fun. So, our musical tastes differ, perhaps we can still come up something delicious. Matzo balls and dragon rolls? 5281 SIDEBURNS: STAY NAKED ALL THE TIME. You are the sexiest guy I have ever seen.

5276 11/12, HALF PINT, AFTER PARTY, Stowe: You were smooth, warm, comforting w/your gleaming emerald complexion.

Your moves on the floor had my mouth watering and my rocks glass jonesing. You had a strong grip and so did the cutie holding you. See you in Ireland. 5275 YOUR EYES QUIETLY LAUGHING, CAUSING delight! My tender warrior, singing w/babies, healing everything. The archangel of my happiness, making me laugh—for you, I glow! Treasures in Heaven, darling, your sweet tart seraph.

May it ever be so! 5242 YOU: FUTURE DENTAL HYGIENIST, VTC/UVM clinic, gorgeous eyes. Me: tall, blonde, blue-eyed boy w/the giggle about the S&M dental office. Know your name, efforts at contact fruitless. Dinner? Drink?

Hot beverage of choice? 5239 I SPY A BIG “JIM” BAGEL DUDE. HEYI owe you a beer. 5238 SHARON: YOU CALLED MY CELL AND said that you had dialed the wrong number. You have a nice voice, too. I am a single, good-looking, sexy guy. Do call back so we can talk. 5234 YOU: IN BLACK T-SHIRT, RUNNING camera at Champlain dining hall. Me: in the audience, watching. Can you help me get my focus? Call and we can work out our color balance. 5230

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22 YO 5’9”, 120 LBS. DARK HAIR, clean F looking for another pretty girl to play w/while boyfriend watches. Will be rewarded for her adventure. Clean, attractive, no Republicans. Must be intelligent.

5507 GIVE IT A SWING! YOU NEED TO MEET other CUs and S girls like you: attractive, adventurous, fit, fun and open. Why? Because it’s fun. No pressure party, not a business. Strict screening process. No SM. We know you’re out there. 5489 HEALTHY, FIT, STRAIGHT CU, 40s.

Organic and natural lifestyle, balanced w/appreciation of urban scene. Would welcome like-minded women to join us in our long-term goals to live well and develop farm producing and marketing natural and organic food, while enjoying family, friends, life to the fullest. 5475 ARE YOU READY FOR DISCREET FUN and adventure? We are up for it, too. Give us a try. We’ll get back to you. No heavies, just sexy CUs. 5413 WBIFCU, 5’4”, 120 LBS., SEEKING FIT TO average BIF/BIFCU to share and watch my 5’10”, 190 lbs. in action. Mixed adult pleasure w/discreet/disease-free enjoyment guaranteed. We like a good attitude.

Do you have it? Call us. 5384 CU ISO 25-40 YO BIF INTERESTED IN fulfilling fantasies and having fun. Her: 29 YO, 5’5”, 125 lbs. Him: 32 YO, 5’9”, 180 lbs. Both attractive, intelligent and exciting! Lack of pretension, sense of humor, fit a must. What’s your fantasy?

Maybe we can trade. 5279 BICU SEEKING BIF FOR EROTIC GETtogethers. Partying a must. Her: 5’8”, blonde/blue. Him: brown/brown, 180 lbs., 5’8”. No heavies, must be in-shape.

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MABIF SEEKING F IN BURLINGTON-AREA for friendship and play. Only serious respond, please. 5515 CO-STAR WANTED FOR ACTION ADVENture. Scenes to include: skiing freshies (big air optional), rock climbing (ice optional) and possibly romance, but absolutely no drama. 5094

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You: 20-50 YO, height/weight proportionate, clean, healthy, discreet. Let’s do it. 5290 30 YO M LOOKING FOR BEAUTIFUL TGIRL to fulfill longtime fantasy. You tell me what to do and I will do it. Must be discreet. 5278 STRAIGHT SWM ISO CU OR MAF WHO are exhibitionists. Also love to give oral pleasure. 5244 HOW DOES A FULL-BODY MASSAGE sound? This 34 YO, physically fit, cleancut M aims to please! Let’s get together at your place Thursday or Friday mornings or afternoons. 5226 SHY GUY LOOKING TO MEET NEW friends. I’m 5’6”, 135 lbs. I like to go bowling. I’m looking for F/CU for adult fun.

5218 STRAIGHT/CURIOUS, MID-20S GUY looking for other 18-35 YO guys in the same boat. Prefer masculine, white guys w/bigger football/hockey player builds.

Can’t let anyone know, expect the same in return. Sorry, no gay guys, sluts, or “out” guys. 5217 LIKE TO BE WATCHED? GOT A BIG ONE? I like to take Polaroids and videos. CU, M, F welcome. Also into groups, bare backing, lingerie, golden showers, B/D, oral, anal, rimming, ATM. Let’s let it all hang out! 5215 SWM, 32 YO ISO FF LADIES, ISO ROMANtic encounters. Age, race doesn’t matter, just want to satisfy you. Let me know when and where. 5213 LOOKING FOR ONE WOMAN TO HAVE fun with. Have you ever seen a person and wanted to say “I don’t know you, but I want you.” Let’s talk. Life is good.

P.S. Be respectful and clean. See you soon. 5099 YOUNG-LOOKING 50 YO, LOOKING FOR passable CD, TV and TS. Someone to laugh with and enjoy life. Age, race, unimportant but good conversation and smile are. I live in Plattsburgh. 5096 I AM LOOKING FOR A WOMAN WHO wants a sensual and intimate relationship w/a caring and respectful, fit and goodlooking PM. Pleasure for both is important. Discretion guaranteed. 46 YO freespirit, clean. MA welcome. 5095 HEADS UP! WHERE ARE ALL THE WELLhung guys in Vermont. BIWM, 32 YO, Barrearea. Looking to orally service men, 18-30.

Mornings or late nights. No reciprocation needed. Wife or girlfriend won’t, I will!

Leave description and contact info. 5087 GREAT-LOOKING 40 YO SWM, BI-CURIOUS, D/D-free, very oral. ISO a clean, discrete CU that would like to be licked clean afterwards for round two, a threeway. I’m extremely long-lasting and versatile. Fantasy fulfilled? 5083

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Experienced real estate broker will advertise your apartments, show your apartments, run credit reports and check references. You make final decision and retain the right to rent the apartment yourself. If you rent to my customer, I charge half of one month’s rent. Call David Siegel at 860-4641 at RED E RENTALS, 138 Church St. to find out more.

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BOLTON VALLEY: Clean 2-3 bedroom, furnished condo.

Avail 2/15 - 5/15. Features wood stove, bunk beds, easy access to sports center, village and lifts. $1500/mo. +.

434-4004.

BURLINGTON: 1-bedroom w/small patio, private entrance. Great location. $900/mo., incl. parking.

658-2728.

BURLINGTON: North Shore, lake front, bike path, pool, tennis, 2-bedroom, deck, fireplace.

December free. $1500/mo. 658-0434.

BURLINGTON: 190 Park St. Sunny, 3-bedroom duplex.

Hdwd, new carpet, D/W, W/D. Off-street parking, yard, walk to downtown.

Pets neg. $1050/mo. +.

253-7354.

BURLINGTON: 2-3 bedroom 3-story condo. Full basement, W/D, back deck, offstreet parking, Fully carpeted. Avail. now. $1350/mo. + utils. Contact Brian Libby, 355-1008.

BURLINGTON: 2-bedroom, 2nd-floor, parking, close to parks/bike path. No dogs. 94 Park St. $850/mo. Alan, 864-9128.

BURLINGTON: 2-bedroom, bright, central, large living room, newer carpet, gas heat, low utils. $925/mo.

Avail. now. 862-9182, call anytime, until 11 p.m.

BURLINGTON: 2-bedroom, convenient bus line, newly remodeled, gas heat/hot water, off-street parking.

Avail. now. $750/mo. 3631396.

BURLINGTON: 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom apts.

Colchester Ave. Walking distance to campus. Limited off-street parking avail. Call John, 978-887-0765.

BURLINGTON: 300 Main St. bedroom condo in historic Captain Lyons House.

Hdwd/marble, cathedral ceiling w/sky light, D/W, W/D, central A/C. Short-term lease avail. $1100/mo. + utils.

253-7354.

BURLINGTON: Avail. now.

Renovated, medium-sized 3bedroom house and apt.

Hook-ups, porches and deck.

Basement. Also avail. 1-bedroom, heat/hot water incl.

43 North Union St. $690/mo.

862-7467.

BURLINGTON: Awesome 2bedroom apts. Avail. now. In quiet neighborhood, offstreet parking. $775/mo. and $850/mo. + utils. NS/no dogs. 610-213-0653.

WORKSPACE 4 commercial props.

BURLINGTON: 139 Elmwood Ave. Approx. 500 sq. ft. Close to downtown. $400/mo. Call Coburn & Feeley, 864-5200, ext. 229.

4 office space BURLINGTON: Professional office space avail. with parking. 100-3000 sq. ft. Call Ken at 865-3450.

4 space for rent BURLINGTON: Artist space. Bright, friendly. Join other artists. Heated, A/C, parking, convenient location.

Reasonable lease rates. Call Manny, 363-7557.

PROFESSIONAL OFFICE SPACE: Main Street, Vergennes.

Bright and sunny, newly renovated, 1000 sq. ft.

Convenient location, air conditioning, network wiring and ADA accessible. Call 877-3070.

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BURLINGTON: Beautiful 3bedroom, Brookes Ave. 5 min. walk to UVM, 10 min. walk downtown. Off-street parking, back yard. Avail.

December - June. 999-9651.

BURLINGTON: Church St. Marketplace. Studio apt.

Clean, heated. Great location. 862-2680.

BURLINGTON: East Ave. Walk to hospital/campus. 3-bedroom, 2-bath. Avail. immediately. $1600/mo. + utils.

864-9788.

BURLINGTON: Great 6-7 bedroom houses avail. June 1. Good locations and amenities. Terry, 617-2429335.

BURLINGTON: Great deal!

Two Spacious, modern 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath. Townhouse condo in pet-friendly, country-setting w/trails, laundry in unit, lots of storage, 2-car parking w/garage. $1200/mo. +. Avail. now or 12/1. Red E Rentals, 8604641.

BURLINGTON: Hill Gardens.

2 large bedrooms, 1-bath, parking, close to UVM/Fletcher Allen. $1050/mo. Call Coburn & Feeley, 864-5200, ext. 229.

BURLINGTON: Large 3-bedroom. Old North End. Large, enclosed porch, deck, washer hook-ups, off-street parking, hdwd, gas heat, 2nd floor.

Pets neg. Avail. now. $1100/mo. +. 893-0000.

BURLINGTON: Smartly furnished, immaculate 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo. Quiet, secure building. College St. East walk to all conveniences. Central air, gas heat, laundry, elevator. NS/no pets. Avail 2/1. $1550/mo. + utils. 864-3746.

BURLINGTON: South End 2 bedroom, quiet neighborhood, laundry, parking, hdwd and new carpet. Newly painted. $850/mo. +. 5788525.

BURLINGTON: Split level 4bedroom home, fireplace, W/D, large fenced back yard, beautiful green mountain vista, easy walk to university/shopping/tennis club. 1car garage, off-street parking. Orchard school district.

NS, $1900/mo. + utils. 8641888.

CHARLOTTE: Beautiful 1bedroom. Gorgeous new pine floors, huge yard w/garden space and pond. Covered porch, hiking trails, 20 min. to Burlington. NS/no pets. $725/mo. 425-3779.

CHARLOTTE/N. FERRISBURGH: Border, 2-bedroom apt. Quiet country setting, large lawn and garden areas, 20 mins. to Burlington or Middlebury, 1-mile to lake. $850/mo. + refs. + lease.

767-9455.

CHARLOTTE/N. FERRISBURGH: Border, studio apt.

Quiet country setting, large lawn and garden areas, 20 mins. to Burlington or Middlebury. 1 mile to lake. $600/mo. + refs. + lease.

767-9455.

COLCHESTER: 1-bedroom, gas heat, parking, newer carpet/vinyl flooring, new paint, gas heat. $650/mo.

578-8525.

COLCHESTER: Great 1 or 2bedroom, hdwd, W/D, D/W, garage, gas heat, deck, fenced yard. Pets negotiable! $1000/mo. 655-6371 COLCHESTER: Mallets Bay Ave. Half of duplex, 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath, full basement, deck, 1-car garage.

Pets OK, country feel, only 2.5 miles from UVM/FAHC. $1200/mo. + dep. + utils.

Avail. 2/1. 655-5344.

ESSEX JUNCTION: 1-bedroom/studio. Completely renovated, all new in May 2004, open studio/1-bedroom. Tile and Berber carpet, new paint, 3rd-floor, porch, parking. $695/mo. +. 578-8525.

ESSEX JUNCTION: Sugartree condo. 2-bedroom townhouse. Deck, basement, car port, gas heat. $940/mo.

Call Coburn & Feeley, 8645200, ext. 229.

FERRISBURGH: 3-bedroom house for rent. Adirondack views, private setting. $1000/mo. + utils. 4253737.

HUNTINGTON: 3-bedroom, newly renovated, well-insulated, high ceilings, secondfloor. Pay own elec./oil heating, Convenient location. $1100/mo. + sec. Avail. 2/1.

434-2976.

MONKTON RIDGE: Beautiful warm 1-bedroom apt. w/Camel’s Hump and Adirondack views. Sky lights, new carpet, hdwd, garden space, 25 mins. to Burlington or Middlebury. $650/mo. incl. heat + elec.

Seeking quiet. NS/no pets.

Sec. Avail. 1/15. 453-4238.

NEW HAVEN: 950 sq. ft. 1bedroom apt. in quiet, scenic New Haven, just off Rt. 7. New construction, first occupancy. Avail. 1/1. $850/mo. + util. 453-2865.

SOUTH BURLINGTON: Condo for rent. 2-bedroom, 1-bath, warm/cozy. Garage, storage, pool/tennis. Cats allowed. $1000/mo. Refs. req. 9858682, after 6 p.m.

WINOOSKI: 1-bedroom, heat/hot water incl., parking, laundry, clean, near bus/university. NS/no pets. $695/mo. 233-1150.

WINOOSKI: 1.5-bedroom. $650/mo. Quiet street, nice back yard. Water/snow removal/garbage incl.

Laundry on premises. Pets OK. Avail. 2/15. 655-9055.

Pre-approval is a must!

Mark R. Chaffee (802) 658-5599 x11

SOUTH BURLINGTON: Hinesburg Rd. 2-bedroom, 1bath, large living room, dining room, W/D hook-up, basement, porch, big yard, gas heat, car port, quiet neighborhood, great location, no pets. $1100/mo.

Call Coburn & Feeley, 8645200, ext. 229.

SOUTH BURLINGTON: Mayfair Park. 3-bedroom, 1 3/4-baths, 2-car garage, great neighborhood. W/D, furnished or unfurnished, pets negotiable. NS. Large yard, fireplace, hdwd. $1450/mo. 863-0556 WINOOSKI: 1-bedroom apt.

Eat-in kitchen, pleasant, quiet neighborhood. Full back porch. Avail. 1/1. $750/mo. incl. heat. 8932950.

WINOOSKI: 1-bedroom apt.

New appliances, recent updates, coin-op laundry, off-street parking, pets OK, all util. incl. $750/mo. or $800/mo. w/pets. ORC Property Management, 3835406 or Jared@ilovermont.com.

WINOOSKI: 1-bedroom apt.

Quiet neighborhood near St. Francis. Large back yard, your own garden, good community space. Back porch.

NS/dogs. $595/mo. + utils.

Call 655-7399.

Happy New Year

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WINOOSKI: First mo. 1/2 off. Totally renovated w/charm, large 2+ bedroom w/office in upstairs/downstairs apartment. Private porch entrance, brand new flooring, brand new appliances, brand new natural gas heaters. Pets neg., off-street parking and garage space avail. NS. Water/trash/yard care/snow removal incl. $1050/mo. 899-1735. Avail.

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WINOOSKI: First-floor of renovated duplex. 4-bedroom, living room, kitchen, front porch, large basement, W/D, ample parking, storage shed, nice street. Avail. 1/15/31, lease option after that. $1300/mo. + utils.

Incl. trash pick-up/water/ sewer. 660-1808 or 6555220, leave message.

WINOOSKI: Lovely, furnished 2-bedroom, 1 den/bedroom, 2nd-floor, D/W, W/D, parking, decks, nice area, NS/no pets. $1250/mo. 655-6877.

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BURLINGTON: 2-bedroom or 1-bedroom, 1-study apt.

Views of Lake Champlain/ Adirondacks. 2-blocks from med. school/hospital. 4blocks to downtown. Avail.

January or February - July 2005 (December 2005 also possible). $890/mo. 6580974 or akuflik@uvm.edu.

BURLINGTON: Sublet needed now - 5/31 to share 4-bedroom house. Beautiful kitchen, D/W, spacious living room, garage, street parking avail. North Winooski Ave. $450/mo. utils. incl. 9998586.

ADDISON: Amazing 3300 sq. ft., three-floor cathedral ceiling “lighthouse” home with 1100 sq. ft. wraparound deck overlooking Lake Champlain/Adirondack Mountains. Beach/lake access. $425,000. Bill and Shari, 759-2985.

BOLTON: Contemporary home, 1100 sq. ft., spectacular view, solar greenhouse, private deck, 11-acres, wood floors and more. $275,000.

Walter, 434-3313.

CHARLOTTE: Lake Champlain views/access (dock and mooring site), 5-bedrooms, tile/hdwd, 3 fireplaces, large decks, fenced yard, professional landscaping. $700,000. 802-425-5250.

COLCHESTER: 1995 Redmond 14’80”, 3-bedroom, 1-bath mobile home. Large yard, storage shed, swimming pool, tennis/basketball courts, private P.O. Box. Located in Westbury Trailer Park. $39,000. $2000 back at closing. 434-3287.

ESSEX JCT.: Iroquois Ave. Over 2100 sq. ft. w/finished basement. 3-4 bedrooms, 2.5-3.5 baths, mudroom, walkout basement, 2-car garage, deck, formal dining room, natural gas, W/D upstairs, x-large master bedroom and closet. Master bath w/jet tub, oak stairs, choice of cabinets and tops, flooring, color and appliances. $285,000. 878-2880.

HINESBURG (Mechanicsville): Really great 3+bedroom. Steamboat Gothic Victorian home. Circa 1860s. Restored in mid-70s.

Many updates since. Double living room w/fireplace.

Double floor-to-ceiling French doors leading to large wrap-around porches. Large 2-level barn. Many possibilities. 1.9 acres. $330,000.

Foulsham Farms Real Estate, 861-7537.

JEFFERSONVILLE: Beautiful Vermont home. Offering a chalet-type home w/4-bedrooms, 2-baths, 2 fireplaces, detached 2-car garage and storage garage for ATV/lawnmower/snow machine. Has oil/wood heat w/lots of trees for cutting. There are 2 porches, plenty of privacy w/beautiful sugar maples, birch and hemlock trees. It’s a great place for kids or pets or both! There are 1.8 acres of flat property just minutes from Smugg’s Ski Resort.

249-7597 until 10 p.m. or fouracescta@msn.com.

MALLETTS BAY: Spectacular 5000 sq. ft. home on two private acres with 350 ft. of westerly view lakefront. For details: www.mallettsbay lakefront.com.

MONTPELIER: Lovely new custom 2-story home, light and sunny, 4-bedroom, 2.5bath, views, deck, private, end of road, 1.3-acres, 1-1/2 story 2-car garage, shared pond. $325,000. (802) 2234217.

NEW 2-BEDROOM LOG HOME on 73 acres. Ultimate privacy, yet 5 min. to town, 10 min. to Jay Peak Ski Area. Features include: laundry room, walk-out basement, mud room, office, cathedral ceilings, wood and gas heat, Hemlock floors and wrap-around porch w/amazing views and more! $249,000. (802)326-3093.

NEW HAVEN: Great business location. Large retail space with attached 2-story home, heated 3-bay garage and private 2-acre backyard oasis.

Priced to sell $169,000.

802-877-2724.

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PORT HENRY: Lovely 4BR vintage home with lakeviews.

Stone construction, beautiful woodwork and fireplace enhance the Old World charm of this home. Formal DR with built-in credenza, French doors open to covered veranda. Detached barn would be ideal studio or convert to guest house. Just minutes from Champlain Bridge. $159,900 Realty Results 518-546-3000 • www.realty-results.com

CHARLOTTE: Impeccably restored 4,000 sq. ft. brick 1812 georgian-style former tavern. 4 fireplaces, 4 + bedrooms 3.5 stories. All historic detailing perfectly reproduced & updated utilities. A separate, newer 2-story garage plus a 1 BR & loft cottage. 32 manicured rolling acres, pond & gardens.

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PORT HENRY: Superb business opportunity! 1873 brick church converted to operating restaurant and pizzeria. 40 seat dining room, two full bars, special function room, complete with vaulted ceilings and stained glass windows.

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Also outlet for NYS Lottery/ Quick Draw.

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BURLINGTON: A rare find! City living w/country privacy. 2000 sq. ft. w/2-4 bedrooms, 1 3/4-bath, huge breezeway, attached garage.

Meticulously maintained property.

Very large, private, fenced back yard.

Mature landscaping surrounds your split-level deck and 28 ft. Doughboy pool w/6' deep center. Expansion or multi-unit possibilities. Reduced from $283,000 to $249,000. 863-5704.

JEFFERSONVILLE: Beautiful Vermont home. Offering a chalet-type home w/4bedrooms, 2-baths, 2 fireplaces, detached 2-car garage and storage garage for ATV/lawnmower/snow machine. Has oil/wood heat w/lots of trees for cutting.

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All new appliances. Asking $147,000. 496-2646.

COLCHESTER: 1995 Redmond 14'80", 3-bedroom, 1-bath mobile home. Large yard, storage shed, swimming pool, tennis/basketball courts, private P.O. Box. Located in Westbury Trailer Park. $39,000. $2000 back at closing. 434-3287.

CHARLOTTE: Lake Champlain views/access (dock and mooring site), 5-bedrooms, tile/hdwd, 3 fireplaces, large decks, fenced yard, professional landscaping. $700,000. 802-425-5250.

UNDERHILL: Rt. 15. Large w/barns. Renovations! Also, new appliances and heating system. 25 mins. to Burlington. $315,000. 802899-2727. Additional info at www.picketfencepreview.com.

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ESSEX JCT.: Iroquois Ave. Over 2100 sq. ft. w/finished basement. 3-4 bedrooms, 2.5-3.5 baths, mudroom, walkout basement, 2-car garage, deck, formal dining room, natural gas, W/D upstairs, x-large master bedroom and closet. Master bath w/jet tub, oak stairs, choice of cabinets and tops, flooring, color and appliances. $285,000. 878-2880.

ADDISON: Amazing 3300 sq. ft., three-floor cathedral ceiling "lighthouse" home with 1100 sq. ft. wrap-around deck overlooking Lake Champlain/ Adirondack Mountains.

Beach/lake access. $425,000.

Bill and Shari, 759-2985.

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SHELBURNE: 3-4 bedroom home. 2150 sq. ft. 2- bath, new appliances, garage w/storage area, mud room, deck, perennial gardens. $249,000. 802-985-3617.

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MONTPELIER: Lovely new custom 2-story home, light and sunny, 4-bedroom, 2.5bath, views, deck, private, end of road, 1.3-acres, 1-1/2 story 2-car garage, shared pond. $325,000.

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SHELBURNE: 4-bedroom, 3bath, hdwd, newly remodeled, country setting, babbling brook, oversized lot, dogfriendly. Must see, motivated for quick sale. Asking $269,900, motivated. 802985-9827 or 802-373-9169, ask for Franki.

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BURLINGTON: 3-unit. 10 Browns Court, close to Church. 4-bedroom, 1-bedroom and efficiency with deck, parking. Charming, updated, income producing, never vacant. $385,000.

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4 room for rent BURLINGTON: 1 large room in 3-room apt. avail 1/1. 37 South Williams St. W/D, 1bath, closet, front/back porches. $500/mo. + utils. + $500 dep. Prefer students.

999-1062.

BURLINGTON: 1-bedroom, neat, clean, close to hospital/UVM/downtown. $500/mo. Call 233-5549 or 658-7914.

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NORTH HERO: 3-bedroom, waterfront, lake views. Many recent improvements incl. hdwd, roof, kitchen, waterheater, Jotul gas stove, energy-efficient windows. Large deck. $187,900. 598-7919.

OWN YOUR OWN HOME on Sugarbush Access Rd. Very large, 2+bedrooms, W/D hookup, sauna, pool, tennis.

All new appliances. Asking $147,000. 496-2646.

SHELBURNE: 3-4 bedroom home. 2150 sq. ft. 2-bath, new appliances, garage w/storage area, mud room, deck, perennial gardens. $249,000. 802-985-3617.

SHELBURNE: 4-bedroom, 3bath, hdwd, newly remodeled, country setting, babbling brook, oversized lot, dog-friendly. Must see, motivated for quick sale. Asking $269,900, motivated. 802985-9827 or 802-373-9169, ask for Franki.

4 housemates BURLINGTON: 1-bedroom avail. in spacious, quiet, beautiful 2-bedroom apt. on Brooks Ave. Off-street parking, laundry, storage, yard, porch and other goodies. $550/mo. + utils. Avail. 3/1

or thereabouts. 860-4668 or photo@jordansilverman.com.

BURLINGTON: F roommate wanted to share my home.

Spacious room w/cable service. Share bath/kitchen. $400/mo. cable incl. + 1/31/2 utils. Smokers welcome.

Call Natalie, 318-2414.

BURLINGTON: North Winooski Ave. M/F for 1-bedroom in clean 2-bedroom apt. $400/mo. + 1/2 utils. + 1/2 sec. dep. Avail. 1/1. 6mo. lease. NS. Andrea, 802379-1415.

BURLINGTON: Sunny bedroom avail. in 4-bedroom apt. $350/mo. incl. heat, off-street parking. Great roommates and a mo.-to-mo. lease! Avail. 1/1, but weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re flexible. 617-460 4405.

ESSEX JUNCTION: Prof M seeking M/F to share 2-bedroom condo. $450/mo. + 1/2 utils, free DSL. Req. 1st-mo. + deposit. 879-3377 ESSEX: M/F or couple to share brick farmhouse (duplex-style). Prof/grad, NS. 1 or 2-bedrooms. $600/mo. each incl. everything. Avail.

1/05. Call Greg, 872-0868.

ESSEX: Roommate wanted to share laid-back house. South St. Rooms from $425/mo. utils. incl. Sorry, no pets.

Queer-friendly. Call Brad for more details, 578-0848.

HINESBURG: Share huge graceful country Colonial, good-energy, large windows, wrap-around porch, W/D, lush acreage, greenhouse, party/pet-less, smoke/drugfree, sweet, responsible tenants. $300-$600/mo.

Pictures? 482-4995 or LaCasaDeSuenos@aol.com.

JERICHO: Great pvt. place.

25 min. drive to Burlington.

Looking for kind, clean & responsible individual. $350/mo. + 1/2 utils. Call to inquire, 862-2212 or 8993244

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MALLETS BAY: Roommate wanted to share space. Lake view, 10 mins. from Burlington. No additional pets. Avail. 1/1. $450/mo. utils. incl. No dep. req. Call 859-1879.

MILTON: Green housemate(s) to share 5-bedroom house, fully furnished, kitchen w/everything. Lots of space, storage, garden, parking, W/D. Incl. 2 cats, plants and music. $400/mo. Interested, call Pat 893-2888.

NEW HAVEN VILLAGE: Near Bristol. 3-bedroom farmhouse, shared kitchen/bath.

Prefer quiet prof. NS/no pets. $500/mo., + first + dep. 802-324-7562.

SOUTH BURLINGTON: Friendly 30/40-something marrieds seek mature student/prof. to share pretty, spacious 2-bedroom, 1.5bath condo in Dorset Park.

W/D, parking, tennis, pool.

Avail. 1/1 or later. NS catlover pref. $550/mo. + 1/3 utils. 999-6467.

SOUTH BURLINGTON: Prof. to share 2-bedroom condo near UVM/FAHC/I-89 w/parking, W/D, pool access. $550/mo. + 1/2 utils. Avail.

1/1. 238-3781.

SOUTH STARKSBORO: Responsible, working adult to share big, beautiful country home on 30 acres.

NS/pets/children. $450/mo., incl. utils. Dep. req. Avail. immediately. 453-5409, lescoe@madriver.com.

WINOOSKI: Seeking prof. roommate, 25 +. Large 5bedroom home. Avail. now. $375/mo. + 1/5 utils. Call Gypsy, 324-8829.

This lovely lakefront 2-bdrm home with an additional 2-3 bdrm cottage is within walking distance of the ferry. $290,000.

Call 518-570-9593 or lise@duley-realtor.com

BRISTOL: 30 mins to Burlington. 4-bedrooms, 1.5bath, dining room, living room and family room w/ fireplace, appliances incl. Garage, pool w/ deck. Refs, NS, sec. dep.

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CHEVROLET CAVALIER, 2004: Sedan, 4-door, red, auto, FWD, A/C, cruise, CD. 9403 K. Best price, $8786. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

CHEVROLET CLASSIC, 2004: Sedan, 4-door, white, auto, FWD, A/C, power steering/locks/windows, cruise, CD. 13,463 K. Best price, $10,444. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

DREADING SELLING YOUR FOREIGN CAR? It takes so much of your time to advertise, take phone calls, set up test drives, haggle over the money, etc. We’ll do the work for you! Get top dollar for the sale of your car! www.autocraftsmen.com, 223-3563, we’ll gladly explain the details!

HONDA CIVIC, 1997: Si,Vtec 4-cyl, 5-speed. Sun roof, AM/FM/CD, power locks, 4 snows and summers. 100 K. Books for $8250. Asking $7000/OBO. 244-1826.

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HYUNDAI ACCENT GL, 2001: Sedan, 4-door, white, auto, FWD, A/C, power steering/windows/locks. 39,362 K. Best price, $5986. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

MAZDA PROTÉGÉ, 2002: 49 K, 5-speed, excellent condition, power locks/windows, A/C, sun roof, summer and new Nokian snows. $10,500/OBO. 878-8482.

MERCURY SABLE GS, 2004: Sedan, 4-door, maroon, auto, FWD, A/C, power steering/locks/windows, cruise. 18,408 K. Best price, $10,611. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

OLDSMOBILE ALERO GL, 2004: Sedan, 4-door, beige/tan, auto, FWD, A/C, power steering/locks/windows, cruise, CD. 21,627 K. Best price, $9876. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

PONTIAC GRAND AM SE, 2002: Coupe, 2-door, white, 5-speed, FWD, A/C, power steering/locks, cruise, CD, ABS. 31,734 K. Best price, $8434. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

PONTIAC GRAND AM SE, 2004: Sedan, 4-door, silver, auto, FWD, A/C, power steering/windows/locks, cruise, CD. 13,913 K. Best price,

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Join the New Montpelier Vanpool today! Vanpool begins in Essex Junction, departs the Richmond P&R at 7:30 a.m., then departs downtown Montpelier at 4:30 p.m. If interested, please ref # 40440.

Morrisville to Essex Junction: Looking to share a commute. My hours are MonFri from approx. 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40963.

South Burlington to Waterbury:

Looking to share a commute. My hours are Mon-Fri., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., but flexible. If you can help, please ref # 40924.

Essex Junction to Vergennes: Looking to share a commute to Goodrich. I work MonFri from 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40939.

Burlington to Montpelier: Looking to share a commute from the Burlington National Life.

I work Mon-Fri, 7:30am to 4:30pm. If you can help, please ref # 40928.

Winooski to Montpelier: Looking to share a ride. My hours are Mon-Fri from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40962.

Waitsfield to Waterbury: Looking for a ride to Bombardier. I work Mon-Fri from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 142117.

West Berlin to Waterbury Looking for a ride Mon-Fri, 1-5:30 p.m. If you can help, please ref. # 142176.

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PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GT, 2004: Sedan, 4-door, white, auto, FWD, A/C, cruise, leather, ABS, CD. 25,940 K. Best price, $16,933. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

PONTIAC SUNFIRE, 2004: Coupe, 2-door, green, auto, FWD, A/C, power steering/ windows/locks, cruise, CD, ABS. 8423 K. Best price, $13,075. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

PONTIAC SUNFIRE COUPE, 2003: 2-door, white, auto, FWD, A/C, power steering/ locks, cruise, CD, ABS. 22,955 K. Best price, $9941. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

PONTIAC SUNFIRE COUPE, 2003: 2-door, red, auto, FWD, A/C, power steering/ windows/locks, cruise, CD, ABS. 17,821 K. Best price, $9973. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

Brookfield to Shelburne: Looking for a ride Mon.-Fri, 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. If you can help, please ref. # 142201.

Charlotte to Berlin: Looking to share a commute. I work Mon-Fri from 8 a.m. 4:30 p.m. with some flexibility. If you can help, please ref # 40946.

Montpelier to Burlington: Looking to share a commute Mon and Thurs only from 8 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 142145.

Colchester to Burlington: Looking to share a ride. I work Fridays from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40961.

Burlington to Middlebury: Looking to share a commute. My hours are Mon-Fri from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40951.

Plattsburgh to Essex Junction: Looking to share a ride to IBM. I work Sat, Sun, Mon, Tues, from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40954.

Burlington to Shelburne: Looking for a ride to Vermont Teddy Bear. I work Mon-Fri., 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40938.

Williston to Essex Junction: Looking for a ride. Hours are Mon-Fri from 6:30

PONTIAC SUNFIRE SE, 2002: Coupe, 2-door, blue, auto, FWD, A/C, power steering, premium sound. 74,718 K. Best price, $9433. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

SAAB 9000 CD, 1992: A/C, power steering/windows/ locks, ABS, sun roof, AM/FM cassette, new exhaust. 171 K. Runs great. $1200/OBO. 238-3655.

SUBARU IMPREZA WAGON, 1996: AWD, auto, 130 K. Dependable winter car. $3500/OBO. Call 434-7754 or email Impreza4sale@hot mail.com.

SUBARU LEGACY, 1990: 4door sedan, 5-speed standard, 175 K. Good winter car w/4 snows. $1000/OBO. Call 864-2544.

TOYOTAS, 1997 & NEWER! Excellent condition & warranty. www.autocraftsmen.com.

326 State St., Montpelier (next to Dairy Creme on Rt. 2).

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VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 2.0, 2003: 2-door, black, 22 K, standard. $11,000/OBO. Please call 802-310-4718.

a.m. - 3 p.m. If you can help, please reference 40921.

Winooski to Williston Looking for a ride in the morning, Mon-Fri at 6:30 a.m. If you can help, please ref # 40922.

Williston to Montpelier: Looking for a ride. My hours are Mon-Fri from 8 a.m. 5 p.m., but flexible. If you can help, please ref # 40932.

Underhill to Burlington: Looking for a ride. Hours are Mon-Fri from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40919.

Essex Junction to Waterbury: Looking to share a ride to State Offices. My hours are Mon-Fri from 7:30 a.m. - 5:45 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40940.

Cambridge to IBM: Looking to share a ride Mon-Fri from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40913.

Burlington to St. Albans: Looking for a ride Mon-Fri from 9 a.m. - 3 a.m. If you can help, please ref # 40929.

Milton to Burlington: Looking for a ride. I work 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Mon-Fri. If you can help, please ref # 40925.

Barre City to Northfield: Looking for a ride, one-way, Mon – Fri at 6 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 140609.

4 trucks TOYOTA SR5, 1993: 4WD, V6, extended cab, 180 K, mechanically excellent, body fair, running boards, moon roof, rear slider, bed liner, cruise. $2500. 434-3674.

4 vans VOLKSWAGEN VANAGAN, 1986: $1000/OBO. Runs well.

Needs tires. 901-301-9181.

4 suvs FORD EXPLORER SPORT UTILITY, 2002: 4-door, red, auto, 4WD, XLT, A/C, cruise, CD, ABS, power steering/windows/locks. 29,093 K. Best price, $14,777. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA SPORT UTILITY, 2002: 4door, pewter, AWD, auto, A/C, power steering/locks/ windows, cruise, OnStar, ABS, leather. 35,326 K. Best price, $16,221. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

PONTIAC VIBE SPORT WAGON, 2003: 4-door, blue, 5-speed, FWD, A/C, CD, roof rack. 35,188 K. Best price, $11,832. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

Burlington to Milton: Looking to share a ride Mon-Fri from 6 a.m. - 4 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40930.

Charlotte to Burlington: Looking to share a ride Mon-Fri from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40947.

South Burlington to Essex Junction: Looking for a ride to IBM. I work MonFri 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40955.

Burlington to Shelburne: Looking to share a ride Mon-Fri 6:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40967.

Williston to Burlington: Looking to share a ride Mon-Fri 7:30 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40967.

Hinesburg to Essex Junction: Looking to share a ride to IBM, MonFri., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40968.

Richmond to Essex Junction: Looking to share a ride to IBM, MonFri., 7 p.m. - 7 a.m. If you can help, please ref # 40969.

Colchester to Burlington: Looking to share a ride, Mon-Fri., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40971.

Winooski to Burlington: Looking for a ride to Starr Farm Nursing Center, Mon-

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PONTIAC VIBE SPORT WAGON, 2004: 4-door, red, 4-cyl, auto, FWD, A/C, power steering/locks/windows, cruise, CD. 20,018 K. Best price, $13,989. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

PONTIAC VIBE SPORT WAGON, 2004: 4-door, red, 5-speed, A/C, power steering/windows/locks, cruise, CD. 17,468 K. Best price, $13,944. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

TOYOTA RAV4 SPORT UTILITY, 2002: 4-door, dark blue, 5-speed, 4WD, “L”, power steering/windows/locks, cruise, CD, ABS. 34,714 K. Best price, $17,498. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

4 minivans CHEVROLET VENTURE EXTENDED MINIVAN, 2003: 4-door, black, FWD, auto, 7-8 passenger, Warner Bros.

Edition, CD, OnStar, leather, cruise. 20,557 K. Best price, $17,969. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

CHRYSLER VOYAGER LX, 2003: Gold, auto, FWD, 7passenger, A/C, power steering/windows/ locks, cruise, CD. ABS. 34,421 K. Best price, $11,828. Call Shearer Pontiac, 658-1212.

Fri., 6:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40973.

Winooski to Colchester: Looking for a ride Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40977.

Vergennes to Burlington: Looking to share a ride, Mon-Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40978.

Burlington to Springfield: Looking to give or share a ride Mon-Fri 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40980.

Waitsfield to Hinesburg: Looking for a ride Mon-Fri 3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40987.

Essex Junction to Burlington: Looking for a ride Mon-Fri 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40994.

Waterbury to Essex Junction: Looking for a ride Mon-Fri 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 40989.

Underhill to Waitsfield: Looking for a ride Mon-Fri 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 41002.

Barre to Essex Junction: Looking to share a ride to IBM, Mon-Fri 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 41013.

Richmond to Waterbury: Looking for a ride Mon-Fri 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. If you can help, please ref # 41022.

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7D CLASSIFIEDSLISTINGS 4 volunteers

BRONZE CASTING, welding, construction. Odiyan Buddhist Center seeks full-time volunteers to help build large temple.

Room, board, stipend, training.

Beautiful coastal California.

707-785-2664. www.odiyan.org.

(AAN CAN) WOMEN’S RAPE CRISIS CENTER AND SAFESPACE seek volunteers. Both women and men are invited to attend the upcoming training that begins January 31. Please call the WRCC office, 864-0555, or the Safe Space office, 863-0003, for more info and to register for the upcoming training.

4 childcare

AFTER SCHOOL CHILDCARE Wanted: 2:30-5 p.m. three days/week. Burlington, New North End. 8- and 9-year-old.

879-8563.

NANNY: Professional, mature woman avail. for unique childcare. Are you planning a vacation or business trip and need someone special to care for your children and home? Excellent, local refs. avail. Call Martha, 802-453-4920.

4 business opps

$525 WEEKLY INCOME possible mailing sales letters from home.

Genuine opportunity working with our wellness company.

Supplies provided. No selling.

FT/PT. 708-536-7040. (AAN CAN) A COOL TRAVEL job. Now hiring, 18-24 positions. Guys/gals to work and travel entire USA. Paid training, transportation, lodging furnished. Call today, start today. 877-646-5050. (AAN CAN) ARE YOU $ MOTIVATED? Learn to earn $200 K +, no commute.

Realistic opportunity, training provided, not MLM. Call now!

800-895-9946. (AAN CAN) CASTING: TV series seeks people with painful addictions, especially danger, video games, steroids, promiscuity, plastic surgery. Also seeking troubled teens, desperate housewives and groupies. www.habitstv.com. (AAN CAN) COORDINATOR: Outgoing, enthusiastic individuals with strong community ties needed to coordinate international high school exchange program.

Expenses reimbursed and travel incentives. Contact 888-44SHARE or www.effoundation.org.

(AAN CAN) EARN $3500 WEEKLY! Answering surveys online! $25$75 per survey! Guaranteed paychecks. Process emails online. $25 per email. Mystery shoppers earn $57/hour shopping! www.RealCashPrograms.com.

(AAN CAN) EXTRA DAILY CASH! $100$1000 returning phone calls. No selling, no explaining. Free recorded message, 888-6368716. (AAN CAN) FIRE YOUR BOSS! Realistic $15 K/mo. potential from home.

Proven system for success. FT/PT executive training included. 800359-8336 ext. 5018. (AAN CAN) GOVERNMENT JOBS: Earn $12$48/hour. Avail w/full medical/dental benefits and paid training on clerical, administrative, law enforcement, homeland security, wildlife, more! 800320-9353 x2001. (AAN CAN) MOVIE EXTRAS: Earn up to $200-$600/per day. All looks needed. TV, music videos, commercials, film, print. Work with the best! Extras On Call. 800260-3949 ext. 3001. (AAN CAN) NIGHTLIFE PHOTOGRAPHERS WANTED: Clubs, bars and special events. Will train. Must have digital camera. Apply: www.iphotoworld.com/jobs.

(AAN CAN) NO BOSS! NO COMMUTE! Learn to earn $2000-$4000/week from home. Call for free message, 800-601-3475. (AAN CAN)

SEEKING INVESTORS: Building the most exclusive club in the country on the best location in South Florida. Existing clubs in the area. Net 20% return yearly.

20 Million dollar package, $500,000.00 dollar minimum investment. For further inquiry, please call 305-582-7311. (AAN CAN) TIRED OF YOUR BOSS? Train to earn $15 K +/mo. potential from home, if you are serious! 800649-4026 or www.cashflow 4all.com. AAN CAN)

4 announcements

ADOPTION: We care about you.

If you are pregnant and considering placing your baby for adoption, we would love to talk to you. Please call 800-844-3630.

PREGNANT? Considering adoption? We can help! We specialize in matching families with birth mothers nationwide. Toll free, 24 hours a day 866-921-0565. One True Gift Adoptions. (AAN CAN) WE WANT NEW WRITERS: The Academy for Alternative Journalism, supported by the Association of Alternative News weeklies and by alternative papers like this one, seeks experienced minority journalists and students (college seniors and up) for a paid summer writing program at Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, Chicago. The eightweek program, June 19 - August 14, 2005, aims to recruit talented minority writers into the alternative press and train them in magazine-style feature writing. Ten participants will be chosen and paid $3000 + housing and travel allowances. While the program is designed to encourage minority writers to consider careers in the alternative press, candidates of any ethnicity may apply. For information visit http://www.medill.northwest ern.edu/aaj or write for an application: Academy for Alternative Journalism, Northwestern University, Medill School of Journalism, 1845 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL 60208. Email altacademy@ northwestern.edu. Application deadline February 11, 2005.

Northwestern University is an equal opportunity educator and employer. (AAN CAN)

4 entertainment

EXOTICA DANCERS featuring girls going wild for your next birthday, bachelor party or funon-one show. 802-658-1464.

New talent welcome.

4 professional svcs.

CHAMPLAIN VALLEY HOME REPAIR: From window and door replacement to decks, siding, custom interior finish and everything in-between. Contact Shawn, 343-7861.

LCI, THE BASEMENT EXPERTS: Experienced basement renovations by LCI. Turn your basement into a usable family space.

References, competitive pricing.

651-0768.

PROFESSIONAL DATA ENTRY Service: Have a mailing list you need cleaned up? Behind in your bookkeeping and need to prepare year end reports? Friendly, confidential, experienced. Free consultation. Reasonable rates/turn around time.

598-7650.

THE HANDY HUSBAND: Interior/exterior home improvements, repairs and painting.

Rob, 862-9333.

4 computer svcs.

In-House

COMPUTERS Repairs, Upgrades & More!

Now offering online support

www.in-housecomp.com 864-7470 We make house calls!

A+ CERTIFIED COMPUTER REPAIR by excellent technicians. Low rates, fast turnaround. Refurbished computers available. ReCycle North Tech Services, 266 Pine St., Burlington, 658-4143 ext. 23.

COMPUTER REPAIRS AND UPGRADES: PCs, Macs, networking, web design, tutoring, digital graphics and audio editing.

Competitive rates. Many references. House calls and in-shop.

Free quote, 864-7470 or inhousecomp@verizon.net.

4 financial

A CASH NOW OFFER: Turn future money from lawsuit settlements, lottery awards and annuity payments into cash now.

Free quotes. 800-815-3503 or www.ppicash.com. (AAN CAN)

4 cleaning svcs.

HOUSE CLEANING: For a reliable, thorough home cleaner with 3-years experience and refs., call 802-860-2428.

THE CLEAN TEAM: Residential and commercial cleaning service.

Also offering move-in, move-out and construction clean-up.

Locally owned/operated.

Guaranteed. Call The Clean Team today. 310-6770.

4 photography

MODELS WANTED: Looking for a few aspiring F models interested in the commercial/fashion industry. Must be between 15-35 and have very good complexion. Unique opportunity for free experience, portfolio and help breaking into the industry. Contact Dave, 862-1172 or email rusldp@juno .com or http://www.rusldp. com.

4 tutoring

SPANISH: New beginning course starting in January at the Gailer School. Improve your Spanish comprehension and speaking skills with a native and experienced teacher. Ongoing classes . Courses conveniently located at the Gailer School (Mondays, Shelburne) and in Montpelier (Tuesdays) Reasonable rates, with instruction tailored to your individual needs.

Free info, 917-364-3123 or constanciag@ 123spanisnow.com.

4 buy this stuff

FREE 4-ROOM DIRECTV SYSTEM: includes standard installation. 3-months free HBO and Cinemax. Access to over 225 channels! Limited time offer.

S&H, restrictions apply. 800-8771251. (AAN CAN) SPA! Overstocked! New 7-person spa, loaded! Includes cover, delivery and warranty. $2999, was $5999. 1-888-397-3529.

(AAN CAN).

4 furniture

CHILDREN’S MODULAR WOODEN bunk bed incl. desk, dresser, bookcase and ladder. Excellent cond.

Rarely used. $350. 872-8085

>NOT FOR KIDS> 18+ ONLY >NOT FOR KIDS>

4 music for sale

CELLOS, STRING BASSES, VIOLINS, VIOLAS: New and old instruments, sales, restoration and repair. Experienced luthiers.

Paul Perley Cellos, in business since 1988. 802-229-1501, pperleycellos@aol.com.

4 music services

CD MANUFACTURING: Give us a call and see why over 200 of New England’s top musicians trust us with their CD manufacturing. Great prices and excellent service! Call Charles Eller Studios at 802-425-3508.

COSMIC HILL RECORDING: MIDI and production services.

Years of experience in writing, playing, recording and production. Dedicated to making your music sound great. $25 per hour.

496-3166. Moretown, VT. QUESTION MARK PRODUCTIONS: Audio engineering/production, live sound, recording.

802-578-9356.

4 musicians wanted KEYBOARDIST WANTED FOR 5PIECE BAND: Originals and covers. Rock and R & B. For audition, leave message at 802-734-0602.

4 music instruct.

DRUM LESSONS: Work w/a professional, energetic drummer w/BFA in jazz. 6 years’ experience in touring rock band (US and Europe) and a great attitude. Beginners welcome. Refs. avail. Contact Steve, 658-6205, thadhad@hotmail.com.

GUITAR: All styles/levels.

Emphasis on developing strong technique, thorough musicianship, personal style. Paul Asbell (Unknown Blues Band, Kilimanjaro, Sneakers Jazz Band, etc.), 862-7696, www.paulasbell.com.

GUITAR: Berklee graduate with classical background offers lessons in guitar, theory and ear training. Individualized, step-bystep approach. I enjoy teaching all ages/styles/levels. Call Rick Belford at 864-7195.

JOY AND CREATIVITY! Classical and Spontaneous Composition piano lessons. All ages, all levels. William Michael, 802-8996700 or 355-6234.

PIANO AND/OR IMPROVISATION: Lessons in theory, harmony and improvisation for all instrumentalists and vocalists.

All ages! Beginning through advanced concepts taught with clarity and patience. Questions?

Call Shane Hardiman, 279-8859, Winooski. hipkeys@lycos.com.

4 travel

TRIPS: Take a break from the winter. Visit Argentina in February. Good food, excellent wines, Tango and more. We organize a trip for your specific needs. Info, 917-364-3123 or constanciag@123spanishnow.co m or www.123spanishnow.com.

4 legals CITY OF BURLINGTON TRAFFIC REGULATIONS The following traffic regulations are hereby enacted by the Public Works Commission as amendments to Appendix C, Motor Vehicles, and the City of Burlington’s Code of Ordinances: Sec. 27. No parking except with resident parking permit.

No person shall park any vehicle except vehicles with a valid resident parking permit or a valid guest pass and clearly identifiable service of delivery vehicles on any street designated as “residential parking.” (a) As Written (b) As Written (c) As Written (d) As Written

(e) Specific criteria for this section is as follows: (1) through (8) As Written (9) Designation of area. Only streets within the following designated areas may be designated for resident-only parking. Those areas are: 1. Bounded by North Street, Willard Street, Main Street, Union Street, Beech Street, Deforest Road, Deforest Heights and generally the city limits to the east, but not including Willard and Union Streets where these streets define the boundary, except that resident-only parking may be imposedon South Willard Street from Cliff Street to Howard Street and in front of 331, 325, 321 and 309 South Willard Street.

(2) through (5) As Written Adopted this 6th day of October 2004 by the Board of Public Works Commissioners: Attest Norm Baldwin, P.E. Assistant Director-Technical Services Adopted 10/6/2004; Published 12/22/04; Effective 1/12/05 Materials in [Brackets] delete.

Material underlined add.

Probate Court Form No. 32 Notice to Creditors STATE OF VERMONT PROBATE COURT DISTRICT OF CHITTENDEN IN RE THE ESTATE OF OLGA M. HALLOCK LATE OF HUNTINGTON, VERMONT DOCKET NO. NOTICE TO CREDITORS To the creditors of the estate of Olga M. Hallock late of Huntington.

I have been appointed as personal representative of the above named estate. All creditors having claims against the estate must present their claims in writing within four months of the first publication of this notice. The claim must be presented to me at the address listed below with a copy filed with the register of the Probate Court. The claim will be forever barred if not presented as described within the four month deadline.

Dated: 7 Dec 2004 Signed Print Name: Robert J. Perry Address: 3000 Williston Road, South Burlington, VT 05403 Telephone: (802) 863-4558 Name of the Publication: Seven Days Address of Probate Court: Probate Court, District of Chittenden PO Box 511 Burlington, VT 05402 PUBLIC HEARING SOUTH BURLINGTON DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD The South Burlington Development Review Board will hold a public hearing at the South Burlington City Hall Conference Room, 575 Dorset Street, South Burlington, Vermont on Tuesday, January 18, 2005, at 7:30 P.M. to consider the following: 1. Final plat application #SD-0488 of Randall Hart to subdivide a 1.2 acre parcel developed with a single family dwelling into two (2) lots of 13,000 sq ft (lot #1) and 39,690 sq ft (lot #2), 251 Shunpike Road.

2. Application #CU-04-17 of Twin Oaks Sports & Fitness for conditional use approval under Section 14.10 Conditional Use Review of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations.

Request is for permission to allow as accessory uses to an indoor and outdoor recreational facility, the following uses: 1) short-order restaurant (snack bar), 2) personal service (hair salon), and 3) retail shop (proshop), 142 West Twin Oaks Terrace.

3. Application #CU-04-16 of Vignesh Solai for conditional use approval under Section 14.10 Conditional Use Review of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations.

Request is for permission to allow an accessory residential unit, 8 Laurel Hill Drive.

4. Application #VR-04-02 of George Hubbard seeking a variance from Section 3.10, Accessory Structures and Uses of the South Burlington Land Development Regulations. The request is for permission to allow a detached accessory structure (retaining wall) to be placed in the front yard, 6 Park Road.

5. Final plat application #SD-0492 of Charles DesLauriers to amend a previously approved planned unit development consisting of: 1) a 184 unit congregate housing facility and 2) a 104 unit extended stay hotel in two (2) buildings. The amendment consists of installing a 10’ x 15’ concrete pad for a walk-in cooler addition, 401 Dorset Street.

Copies of the applications are available for public inspection at the South Burlington City Hall.

John Dinklage, Chairman South Burlington Development Review Board December 22, 2004 STATE OF VERMONT DISTRICT OF CHITTENDEN PROBATE COURT IN RE THE ESTATE OF BARBARA A. HOTOPP LATE OF BURLINGTON, VERMONT DOCKET NO. NOTICE TO CREDITORS To the creditors of the estate of Barbara A. Hotopp late of Burlington, VT. I have been appointed as personal representative of the above named estate. All creditors having claims against the estate must present their claims in writing within four months of the first publication of this notice. The claim must be presented to me at the address listed below with a copy filed with the register of the Probate Court. The claim will be forever barred if it is presented as described within the four month deadline.

Dated: 10/28/04 Signed: Print Name: Bobbie D. Hunt Address: 29 Curtis Ave. Burlington, VT 05401 Telephone: (802) 863-6855 Name of Publication: Seven Days Address of Probate Court: Probate Court, District of Chittenden P.O. Box 511 Burlington, VT 05402

4 support groups

DON’T SEE A SUPPORT group here that meets your needs? Call United Way GET-INFO (a confidential help line) 652-4636, MondayFriday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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7D SUPPORTGROUPSLEGALS WOMEN HELPING BATTERED WOMEN offers free, confidential educational support groups for women who have fled, are fleeing or are still living in a world where intimate partner violence is present. WHBW offers a variety of groups to meet the diverse needs of women and children in this community.

Info, 658-1996.

AUTISM: Free support group for parents of children with autism.

First Monday of each month, 7-9 p.m., 600 Blair Park Rd., Suite 240, Williston. Info, 660-7240 or visit http://health.groups. yahoo.com/group/AutismSupport Daily/.

VT PARENTS OF FOOD ALLERGY CHILDREN EMAIL SUPPORT GROUP: Info, contact MaryKay Hill, Hill.kern@verizon.net or call 802-373-0351.

MIXED GENDER COMING OUT SUPPORT GROUP: Every 2nd and 4th Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Cofacilitated by supportive peers and mental-health professionals and open to all lesbian, gay, bisexual transgender and questioning adults age 23 and up.

Check out this group meeting at R.U.1.2?.

ARE YOU A PARTNER OR close ally of a transgender or transsexual person? We have a support group designed for your unique needs. The second Wednesday of every month at 6 p.m. R.U.1.2 Community Center, 34 Elmwood Ave., Burlington. Info, 8607812.

TRANS SOCIAL AND SUPPORT GROUP: First Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Looking for peer support among other transgendered folks? Need a safe space to relax and be yourself? Check out this group meeting at R.U.1.2?

60+ SUPPORT GROUP: Ongoing weekly support group for men and women over the age of 60.

Share your strengths and struggles with this particular stage of life. We have fun! Facilitated

by Barbara L. Kester, Ph.D. 6573668.

MOOD DISORDER SUPPORT GROUP: First group meeting, Monday, November 8, 4:15-6 p.m., Northfield United Church, Main St. Info, 485-4934 or email suppgrp@yahoo.com.

TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter meeting, St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski.

Sundays, 6 p.m. Weigh-in, 6:30-7:30 p.m. meeting.

Info, call Fred or Bennye, 6553317 or Patricia, 658-6904.

INTERESTED IN WRITING for children? Support and critique group meets monthly. Call Anne, 861-6000 or anne@booksbyme.us.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS is a group of recovering addicts who live without the use of drugs. It costs nothing to join. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using. Info, 8624516, or visit www.together.net/~cvana.

PARENTING GROUP: Parenting group for parents/guardians of children of any age. Wednesday mornings. Please call River Valley Associates for more information. 651-7520.

AL-ANON/ALATEEN: Local meetings held in Burlington, South Burlington and Colchester. For more information, call 860-8388 or toll-free, 1-866-972-5266.

SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE: Support group for those who have lost a loved one to suicide.

Meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Holiday Inn in South Burlington, (1068 Williston Rd.), from 6-7:30 p.m.

For more information, please contact Cory Gould, 223-4111 or cgould1136@earthlink.net.

Sponsored by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention-VT. SEX AND LOVE ADDICTS ANONYMOUS: 12-step recovery group. Do you have a problem with sex or relationships? We can help. Sunday meetings, 7-8:30 p.m. Men call Sandy, 863-5708.

Women call Valerie, 655-9478.

SUICIDE SURVIVORS GROUP: Survivors and their families meet monthly for mutual support in the Burlington area, 6-7 p.m.

Call for location, 223-4111.

SMOKING CESSATION GROUP: Willing to kick the habit? This free, five-week program helps quitters to follow through.

Community Health Center of Burlington, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free.

Info, 864-6309.

ADD PARTNERS SUPPORT GROUP forming. Does your partner or spouse have ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder)?

Would love to get together and share experiences, support, challenges. Please contact addpartner@yahoo.com.

WEDNESDAYS CIRCLE: A Transpersonal support group, every Wed., 6 p.m., Innerharmony Community Wellness Center, Rt. 100N, Rochester, VT. 767-6092. A sharing circle focusing on personal growth, transformation, spirituality and healing, led by Jim Dodds.

DECLUTTERS SUPPORT GROUP: Are you ready to make improvements but find it overwhelming? Maybe 2 or 3 of us can get together to help each simplify. 453-3612.

PARENTS TOGETHER: Support group will be meeting in Rutland on Monday evenings. Snacks and childcare provided. All groups are free and confidential. Please call Amy at 247-5460 for more information.

WOMEN CHANGING: A continuous educational support group for women who are interested in changing patterns in their lives.

Wednesdays-ongoing. 12:30-2 p.m. Call Angie at AWARE in Hardwick, 472-6463.

SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN who have experienced intimate partner abuse, facilitated by Battered Women’s Services and Shelter of Washington County.

Please call 1-877-543-9498 for more info.

WANTED: Fellow painters to get together bi-weekly for coffee and to discuss our work. Support each other’s creativity! Show your work. Meet at local downtown coffee shops. Call 6582976, if interested.

AHOY BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS: Join our support group where the focus is on living not on the disease. We are a team of dragon boaters. Learn all about this paddle sport and its healthgiving, life-affirming qualities.

Any age. No athletic experience needed. Call Linda at 802-4344423 or email: dragonheartver mont@gmavt.net or go to: www.dragonheartve rmont.org.

EMOTIONS ANONYMOUS: Fridays, 6-7 p.m. The Society of Friends Meeting House, 173 N. Prospect St., Burlington. Free.

Info, 479-0684. 12-step program designed to help women and men with depression, negative thinking or any mental/emotional problems.

SELF-REALIZATION: Social/support group for likeminded people interested in spirituality, yoga, psychic experiences, transcendence and transformation. Burlington. If interested, call Jill at 877-3375 or email jlo@together.net.

NAKED IN VERMONT: The premier Nudist/Skinnydipper organization in Vermont offering information library, message board, chat room, yahoo group, and more. (ALL FREE) Visit www.nakedinvermont.com.

SCLERODERMA FOUNDATION New England: Info, Blythe Leonard, 878-0732 or atblythel@aol.com.

WOMEN’S WEIGHT LOSS SUPPORT GROUP: Do we know what to do? Yes! Do we do it? Not always! Sometimes the answer is mutual support — for free! Let’s decide together what works for us. I want to start — do you?

Anne, 861-6000.

BIPOLAR SUPPORT GROUP open to new members. Meets downtown. Our goal is to become healthy and happy. For info, call Gerhard at 864-3103.

ALS (LOU GEHRIG’S DISEASE) monthly support group: For patients, caregivers and loved ones who are living or have lived with ALS. Third Thursday of the month, 1-3 p.m. Jim’s House, 1266 Creamery Rd., Williston.

Info and directions, 802-8628882 or vt@alsanne.org.

AL-ANON: Thursdays, 12:301:30 p.m. at the AWARE office, 88 High St., Hardwick. Info, 472-6463.

WOMEN IN TRANSITION: Join a support/social group for women who are separated or divorced. The goal is to form a circle of friends for support and social activities. If interested email Katherine at MKR27609@aol.com.

SMART RECOVERY: For info, contact Bob at 425-4058 or email carmody@madriver.com.

BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION of Vermont: Daytime support group meets the second Thursday of each month at the Fanny Allen Hospital in Colchester, from 12-2 p.m. For more info, contact Polly Erickson at 847-6941.

METHADONE ANONYMOUS: A medication-assisted recovery support group. Tuesdays, 7-8 p.m. The Alano Club. Directions: Rt. 15 Fort Ethan Allen entrance, Barnes Ave., third right on to Hegeman Ave., #74 on left. All are welcome.

TRANS PARTNERS support group: Meet and talk w/other partners of transgendered/transsexual people. The second Friday of every month. R.U.1.2?

Community Center, 6 p.m. 860RU12.

HEPATITIS C SUPPORT group: Second Thursday of each month.

McClure MultiGenerational Center, 6-8 p.m. Those who have hepatitis, their friends and family members are welcome. 454-1316.

ARE YOU A BUTCH, F2M, StoneButch, TGButch, TransMan, Femme, High Femme or any other description of Butch, FtM or Femme/feminine woman? If so, join us as we plan fun activities and offer each other resources, support and friendship within the Butch/FtMFemme world. For more info, contact Miss Morpheus at missmorpheus1@yahoo.com.

HARD-OF-HEARING support group: I’m starting a support group for adults who have a hearing loss that affects the quality of their work/family/ social life. Let’s share personal experiences and knowledge of hearing-aid technology. Marlene, 865-9781.

WOULD YOU LIKE to join a thriving, mixed social group?

Get together for various activities/friendship in Montpelier/ Burlington. 229-4390 or email treesha7@email.com.

SKINNYDIPPERS UNITE! Visit Vermont Au Naturel. Join other naturists and like-minded people for support, discussions and more! www.vermontau naturel.com.

PARENTS TOGETHER support groups: Would you like to talk and share ideas with other parents about the joys and challenges of children? Support groups for all parents. Desireah, 796-3119.

MENTAL ILLNESSES: The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill holds support meetings for the families and friends of the mentally ill at Howard Center, corner of Flynn and Pine.

Second and fourth Tuesdays of every month at 7 p.m. Park in Pine St. lot and walk down ramp. 862-6683 for info.

NONCUSTODIAL SUPPORT group for parents. Contact Bill Bagdon, 434-6495.

ARE YOU UNABLE TO get out of debt? Do you spend more than you earn? Is it a problem for you? Get help at Debtor’s Anonymous. Wednesdays, 7:308:30 p.m. The Alano Club, 74 Hegeman Ave., Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester. Contact Valerie P. at 324-7847.

BRAIN INJURY: Open to people who sustained a brain injury, their caregivers and family.

Expert speakers often scheduled.

1st Wed. of every month, 6-8 p.m. Fanny Allen Campus, Colchester. Call Deb Parizo, 863-8644.

LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, Transgender, Queer and Questioning: Support groups for survivors of partner violence, sexual violence and bias/hate crimes. Free and confidential.

SafeSpace, 863-0003 or 866869-7341 (toll-free).

MENTAL HEALTH RECOVERY group: support and education for people with psychiatric challenges. Joan, 865-6135.

FAMILY/FRIENDS OF THOSE suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia: second Monday of the month, 4-5 p.m.

The Arbors. 985-8600.

SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL violence: Form contacts and discuss ways to begin healing. Women’s Rape Crisis Center, Burlington, 67:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-0555.

DIVORCED PEOPLE: If you are separated, thinking of separating, in the process of divorce, or just divorced, I’m thinking about starting a loose group where such people can talk, whine, have some fun, and maybe even get together. Perhaps there is life after him or her. If interested email Bob at bberman @ ttiglobal.com or call/lv msg. at 802-388-0779.

WIDOWS & WIDOWERS: Looking for persons interested in forming a support group for activities in the Burlington area.

Info, 656-3280.

“HELLENBACH” CANCER support: Every other Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Middlebury. Call to verify meeting place. Info, 3886107. People living with cancer and their caretakers convene for support.

DEBTORS ANONYMOUS: All men and women welcome. There are currently four meeting per week. Mon., 6-7:15 p.m. Wed. 78 a.m. Thurs., 7:30-8:30 p.m., Sat. 10-11:30 a.m. Brenda, 658-9278.

BURLINGTON MEN’S GROUP: Ongoing Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m.

Free. Info, 877-3742. Area men are invited to join this weekly group for varied discussions and drumming.

PROSTATE CANCER: The second and fourth Tuesday of the month, 5 p.m. Board Room of Fanny Allen Hospital, Colchester.

Info, 800-639-1888. This “manto-man” support group deals with disease.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS: Daily meetings in various locations. Free. Info, 863-2655.

Overeaters get support in addressing their problem.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Daily meetings in various locations. Free. Info, 860-8382. Want to overcome a drinking problem?

Take the first step of 12 and join a group in your area.

AL-ANON: Ongoing Wednesdays, 8 p.m. First Congregational Church, N. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Free. Info, 655-6512.

Seven other locations also. Info, 860-8388. Do you have a friend or relative with an alcohol problem? Al-Anon can help.

DOMESTIC AND SEXUAL violence: WomenSafe offers free, confidential support groups in Addison County for women who have experienced domestic or sexual violence. Info, 388-4205.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: A group of recovering addicts who live without the use of drugs. It costs nothing to be a member.

The only requirement is a desire to stop using. For meeting info, call 802-862-4516 or visit www.together.net/cvana.

EMOTIONS ANONYMOUS: Fridays, 6-7 p.m. The Society of Friends Meeting House, 173 N. Prospect St., Burlington. Free.

Info, 899-3006. This 12-step program is designed to help women and men with depression, negative thinking or any mental or emotional problem.

SEX AND LOVE ADDICTS Anonymous: Sundays, 7 p.m.

Free. Info, write to P.O. Box 5843, Burlington, VT 05402. Get help through this weekly 12step program.

HEROIN 101: Educational and informational support group.

Free. First Wednesday of every month, 5:30-7:30 p.m. GMNC. 275 College St. Info, 860-3567.

ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVERS: Burlington, meets at Birchwood Terrace, 2nd & 4th Wed., at 1:30. Colchester, meets at FAHC, Fanny Allen Campus, 1st Thurs. of month at 3 and 7 p.m.

Shelburne, meets at The Arbors, 2nd Tues. of month at 10 a.m.

DEMENTIA & ALZHEIMER’S disease support group for the caregivers: Barre, meets at Rowan Ct., 4th Wed. of month at 3 p.m. Montpelier, 338 River St., 2nd Wed. of month at 7 p.m.

PARKINSON’S DISEASE: meets 1st Tues. of each month at the Heineburg Sr. Ctr., Heineburg Ave., Burlington. Lunch is avail. by calling 863-3982 in advance.

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: For people with cancer and their families. UHC campus, 1 South Prospect St., Arnold 2 Resource Rm. Every 2nd and 4th Mon., 56:30 p.m. Info, 847-8400.

WOMEN’S CANCER SUPPORT group: UHC campus, 1 South Prospect St., Arnold 2 Resource Rm. Every 1st and 3rd Mon., 56:30 p.m. Info, 847-8400.

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I’m not given to extravagant tastes, but I do allow myself one unreasonable habit: a craving for organic grapes in the wintertime. If they’re available in the stores at all, two bunches of pesticide-free Concords can set me back as much as a three-course meal at my favorite Thai restaurant. But they’re good for me, and I’m pretty self-controlled the rest of the time, so I regard my appetite for the grapes as an acceptable form of self-indulgence. I mention this, Virgo, because I believe you have cosmic permission in 2005 to raise your quota of healthy greed. In fact, I suggest you brainstorm right now about the salubrious pleasures you plan to demand more of in the coming months.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Since 1991, my Cancerian friend Jared has donated blood to a local blood bank 105 times. He volunteers as a big brother to fatherless kids and donates 20 percent of his salary to charity. Yet I’ve never once heard him ask anyone for help. Vanessa, another Cancerian friend, compulsively takes care of all her friends, bringing them home-cooked meals and thoughtful gifts whenever they’re down. I know she suffers bouts of depression herself sometimes, but as far as I’m aware, no one brings her treats. Jared and Vanessa are going to be the poster children for my crusade to bring balance to your life in 2005. You simply must stop giving more than you receive; you’ve got to expand your capacity to accept assistance and blessings from other people.

TAURUS

(Apr. 20-May 20): All of us have a dark side — a part of our psyches that is unripe, a bit crazed and out of sync with our highest values. If you try to suppress it or deny its existence, it controls you surreptitiously. If you acknowledge its presence and cultivate a relationship with it, you may be able to harness some of its raw power for good causes. You’ve got to love it without overindulging it; give it voice without allowing it to possess you. I mention all of this, Taurus, because 2005 should be the year you dramatically upgrade and refine the role that your dark side plays in your life.

LEO

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22):

(July 23-Aug. 22): This should be the year you devote yourself to the maddening and glorious details, Leo. I encourage you to dive into the mysteries of intricacy as you master the thousand and one practical matters that will ultimately make your dreams come true. You might want to memorize the following quote from philosopher William James: “I am done with great things and big plans, great institutions and big success. I am for those tiny, invisible loving human forces that work from individual to individual, creeping through the crannies of the world like so many rootlets, or like the capillaries.”

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): To guide your journey in 2005, I’ve selected two quotes. I suggest you write them out and keep them in your wallet or under your pillow for the next 10 months. The first is from mythologist Joseph Campbell: “The goal of life is to make your heartbeat match the beat of the universe, to match your nature with Nature.” Your second keynote comes from the ancient Chinese sage, Lao Tzu: “Stop leaving and you will arrive. Stop

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searching and you will see. Stop running away and you will be found.” Now here’s your homework, Gemini: Meditate on how these themes articulate two angles of approach to the same joyful work.

Machismo is a term that refers to the aggressive demonstration of stereotypical masculine qualities.

Feminismo, on the other hand, signifies a potent expression of what are usually thought of as feminine traits. These include sensitivity, receptivity, emotional intelligence, a knack for nurturing others, a drive to create beauty and a skill for building relationships. This will be important for you to keep in mind in the coming months, because 2005 will be the Year of Feminismo for both Aries men and women. Are you ready to supercharge your feminine qualities?

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“Boredom killed the cat.” Let that be your rallying cry in 2005, Libra.

In the coming months you will have a sacred duty to elude all situations that make your eyes glaze over. To meet your dates with destiny, you must not tolerate BLAH or HO-HUM in any form.

“Curiosity was born with the universe,” Olson reminds you. “It redeems and is erotic.”

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Srinivasa Ramanujan was one of India’s greatest mathematical geniuses. He lacked formal training and his work was considered peculiar by his fellow mathematicians, but he made dramatic breakthroughs that are highly regarded.

He attributed his success to the Hindu goddess Namakkal. She appeared regularly in his dreams, where she revealed innovative formulas he had only to verify when

he awoke. I hereby appoint Ramanujan to be your official role model for 2005. May he inspire you in your quest to establish a practical alliance with a benevolent deity, imaginary friend or guardian angel. If I’m reading the astrological omens correctly, this ally will provide you with a steady stream of useful clues about how to fulfill the mission you came to earth to carry out.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Before the U.S. election a few weeks ago, What Is Enlightenment? magazine posed the following query to five religious leaders: “Many people argue that the upcoming presidential election is the most important in our lifetime. Do you agree?” Four respondents said, in effect, “Yes, because Bush is bad for America and the world.” But the fifth, Zen Buddhist Jan Chozen Roshi, replied, “I don’t know. Our existence is so short, it’s like a dust mote in the eye of God. To say that the time in which my dust mote existed was the most important is a self-centered view.”

Roshi’s wisdom reminded me of an anecdote told by Henry Kissinger.

He once asked Chinese premier Zhou Enlai what he thought of the French Revolution, which had happened two centuries earlier.

“Too soon to tell,” Chou answered. Keep these stories in mind in 2005, Sagittarius. Think often of long-term processes. Focus on the very big picture.

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(Dec. 22an. 19): The coming year will be a perfect time for you to write your autobiography, or even your autohagiography. You will also attract cosmic favors if you create a new mission statement and an updated manifesto summing up your phi-

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Collect all the words and sentences that in your reading have been like a blast of triumph.”

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): “Irregularity and unpredictability are important features of health,” wrote John R. Van Eenwyk in his Quest magazine article, “The Chaotic Dynamics of Everyday Life.” “On the other hand,” he continued, “decreased variability and accentuated periodicities are associated with disease.

Healthy systems don’t want homeostasis. They want chaos.” Do you dare act as if this is true, Aquarius?

Do you have the courage to live with greater uncertainty, knowing that it’s good for you? The coming year will be a perfect time to figure out how to change your mind in such a way so as to accomplish this noble trick.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A study at McGill University concluded that moms and dads who launch screaming fights in front of their kids may actually be helping them. Listening to their parents yelling often makes children more imaginative because it forces them into a fantasy world to escape. Can you think of similar reversals in your own life, Pisces — difficult events that have ultimately served you? The coming year will be an ideal time to redeem these gifts from the past. Be constantly on the lookout for ways you can use old traumas and setbacks as sources of inspirational power.

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Bus Driver. CDL License Type 1 with Bus Endorsement and CPR certification required.

Paraeducators. 20-hr and 33.5-hr positions for Early Essential Education; anticipated 25-hr Title 1 positions for H.O. Wheeler school, various other openings.

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HOME PROVIDER: Home provider needed for a 62-year-old male with emotional challenges. Respite team support provided.

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LOOKING FOR A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY? Rent-free living situation provided to support a 62-yearold male with emotional challenges. Paid position with respite provided.

Only qualified applicants will receive a response. Valid driver’s license, good driving record and safe, insured vehicle required. Send letter of interest and resumé to: WCMHS, Personnel PO Box 647 Montpelier, VT 05601 Contact (802) 229-0591 • Fax: (802) 223-8623 personnel@wcmhs.org • www.wcmhs.org

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Franklin Central Supervisory Union seeks a forward-thinking individual with strong leadership and communication skills to work collaboratively with the superintendent of schools, principals and central office staff.

Qualifications: Strong management and leadership experience; a working knowledge of the challenges and opportunities facing a public school system; experience using management information systems; excellent written and oral presentation skills; the ability to oversee budgets and to work with school principals. The ideal candidate will have school/supervisory union/municipal financial experience, a degree in school administration and/or accounting or business management.

Please send resumé, three letters of reference, transcripts and a letter of interest to:

Marilyn Grunewald Superintendent of Schools 28 Catherine Street St. Albans, VT 05478 The position will remain open until it is filled. Competitive compensation package offered.

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Position #086 Sterling Area Services, Inc., seeks a qualified individual to join a collaborative educational team supporting a twelve-year-old boy with autism in both school and community settings.

This benefited position is full-time and offers excellent training opportunities. Interested applicants should have a valid Vermont operator’s license and a reliable, insured vehicle.

Position requires some lifting. Apply to:

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BUSINESS MANAGER D The Department of Aging and Independent Living is seeking a senior financial staff person. The ideal candidate would have experience with Peoplesolf financial software, be highly skilled in managing data in Excel, be knowledgeable on federal grant accounting rules, have the ability both to manage details and to see the big picture.

Requires ability to work in tight time frames and to manage stressful situations, ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing, ability to interact with many different people with a positive solution-based attitude, and a belief in the value of public service.

If you think that you have the above skills and want to be part of a hard-working and professional team, apply online at:

www.vtstatejobs.info The State of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Applications from women, individuals with disabilities, veterans and people with diverse cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

SPECIAL EDUCATOR COORDINATOR The Franklin Central Supervisory Union is seeking a licensed professional to serve as Special Education Coordinator. The Union is situated 26 miles north of Burlington and consists of three towns: Fairfield, St. Albans City and St. Albans Town. The successful candidate will hold, or be eligible to hold, a Vermont license with endorsement 3-86, possess a working knowledge of Special Education Law and Finance, demonstrate strong interpersonal skills while working as part of a team and be a child advocate. A competitive salary and benefit package will be offered commensurate with experience. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Submit a letter of interest, transcripts, resumé and three letters of reference to:

Marilyn I. Grunewald Superintendent Franklin Central Supervisory Union 28 Catherine Street St. Albans, VT 05478 EOE

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S A L E S R E P R E S E N TAT I V E Let 2005 be the year you achieve the success you deserve. The Point has an immediate opening for an experienced Sales Representative in our Burlington office. We are a locally owned and operated company dedicated to producing measurable results for businesses.

If you love to work with existing clients and develop new business, email your cover letter and resumé today to Caroline Scribner at caroline@pointfm.com.

Needed for Solid Waste Management District Office in St. Albans. Experience with QuickBooks and Windows XP. Accounts receivable/payable, and payroll processing experience necessary. Records management, scheduling, and some contact with general public. Please submit resumé and cover letter to:

SSTA is looking for part-time drivers to drive our wheelchair-equipped vans. You must have a valid driver’s license and be at least 18 years of age. A CDL is not required, but a clean driving record is required. This job requires an individual who, with caring and sensitivity, can transport various types of individuals who have specialized mobility needs. SSTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants may call or apply in person to: Barbara Tennien SSTA/878-1527 2091 Main Street Colchester, VT

M. Ewell, Executive Director NWSWD P.O. Box 1547 St. Albans, VT 05478

DRIVERS

Deadline for applications is December 31, 2004.

Community & Residential Support Staff: Provide support to an engaging, fun and active developmentally disabled young woman in her community and home in Burlington area.

We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, flexible and willing to work as part of a team. Experience working with challenging behaviors helpful. Regular hours (20-30 hours) with flexible scheduling.

Excellent reimbursement, great learning opportunity and meaningful work.

If interested, call Tammy (802) 864-9181 or email tamazonvt@yahoo.com EOE

GENERAL MANAGER

The Upper Valley Food Co-op, in progressive downtown White River Junction, VT, seeks a resourceful visionary to manage our member-owned store. The ideal candidate has a strong natural foods background, an interest in community and local food and a solid business background, including marketing and finance. Are you this excellent leader, communicator, teacher, and learner, who can work with others to help our co-op be a thriving market and workplace? Then we want to hear from you! Competitive salary with benefits.

Upper Valley Food Co-op provides natural foods and local products in a friendly marketplace.

Member or not, anyone can shop.

Please apply to: Upper Valley Food Co-op, ATTN: Board President, 193 North Main St., White River Junction, VT 05001. No phone calls please!

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Please send a resumé, letter of interest and three references to Wendy Wells, Administrative Assistant, 369 CVU Road, Hinesburg, VT 05461.

Williston School District PARAEDUCATORS – Williston School District Special Education Department has several paraeducator positions available for experienced applicants. If you want to make a difference with children, and gain valuable experience, consider joining our special education team. Pay rate is competitive, benefits are included. Apply to Williston Central School, Attn: Cindy Morin, Special Education Office Manager, 195 Central School Drive, Williston, VT 05495. Questions? Call Cindy at 879-5845.

ONE-ON-ONE PARAEDUCATOR – Williston School District Special Education Department has a one-on-one paraeducator position available for experienced applicants. You would be working with a student in a childcare environment. Pay rate is competitive. Apply to Williston Central School, Attn: Cindy Morin, Special Education Office Manager, 195 Central School Drive, Williston, VT 05495. Questions? Call Cindy at 879-5845.

Champlain Valley Union High School CUSTODIANS – Immediate opening! Night Shift. Monday-Friday.

Call 482-7177 for info. or pick up an application at the CVU Office, 369 CVU Road, Hinesburg, VT 05461.

Chittenden South Supervisory Union SUBSTITUTE CUSTODIANS – If interested in becoming a substitute custodian, please call 383-1234 and request an application.

Opportunity Rocks!

Daddy’s Junky Music needs friendly people who understand music gear and have a strong desire to make a career in the music business.

Full Time Sales & Management Staff

Daddy’s Williston store is actively looking for:

Daddy’s offers substantial earning potential PLUS: • Health, Dental & Disability Insurance • 401k Plan • Profit-sharing

Please send resume or letter specifying position to: Dept. HR-DJM Daddy’s Junky Music 1015 Candia Road Manchester, NH 03109 or fax your resume to: 603•623•7995 or apply online at: www.daddys.com

• Paid Vacation • Employee Discounts • Tremendous Opportunity for Career Growth

Maple Tree Plaza 21 Hawthorne Street Williston, VT 05495 802•288•9969

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7D CLASSIFIEDEMPLOYMENT ART DIRECTOR

BARTENDING SCHOOL

WCAX-TV is seeking an Art Director for its Creative Services Department. Applicant must be a skilled broadcast designer, proficient in the creation of news, promotional, and commercial graphics. Significant experience in operation of professional level broadcast graphics systems required. Must have experience integrating graphics with editing systems in a post-production environment at the professional level. Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential. To apply, send resumé and viewable examples of your best work to Jim Strader.

n Hands-on Training n National Certification n Job Assistance

1-888-4drinks

www.bartendingschool.com

WCAX-TV • P.O. Box 608 • Burlington, VT 05402 or jobs@wcax.com

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Call Michelle Brown 865-1020 x 21 New England Culinary Institute staff members thrive on the energy and excitement of being part of a leader in culinary education. Every staff member at NECI contributes to our students’ educational experience.

Tavern Chef Inn at Essex, Essex The Tavern Chef is responsible for facilitating the management of the Tavern food service operation. This position is responsible for maintaining sanitation, food quality, food consistency and food timing, chef’s professional standards, and other established norms. The Tavern Chef acts as a Principal Support for The Tavern employees. Responsibilities include assisting in interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance on a timely basis; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. The Tavern Chef serves as a role model to inspire interns, students, and the other employees of NECI. The Tavern Chef is responsible for fulfilling the duties listed below.

Cook Milton, Vermont This is a full-time position at Husky located in Milton, Vermont. The Cook position is responsible for providing excellent customer service by preparing hot entrees within the Husky guidelines. These entrees will be provided for the staff, approximately 30 – 40 individuals, during the evening and weekend shifts. This position must adhere to all state and NECI guidelines for sanitation. Please send resumé and letter of reference to kirkf@neci.edu or apply in person at Husky, 288 North Road, Milton.

Rounds Manager

Howard Community Services A Division of the Howard Center for Human Services 102 S. Winooski Ave. Burlington, VT 05401 www.HowardCenter.org

Residential Instructor Feel wonderful about your work each day while enjoying a great compensation and benefits package, team support and training opportunities! This position offers a conscientious, detail- & teamoriented individual the chance to work with a fun-loving and energetic team of staff providing residential support and training to six developmentally disabled adults in basic living, vocational, social and community activities. Responsibilities also include personal care and household duties. Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday hours. Valid driver’s license and dependable transportation a must. Send resumé to Brandi Corrigan or email BrandiCo@HowardCenter.org.

Specialized Community Support Worker Individual needed to support an active middle-aged woman in the Burlington area for 27 hours per week (M-F). Focus is assisting client with building and maintaining relationship with community contacts.

Ideal candidate would posses the ability to use a high level of clinical judgment to respond to behaviors not specified or when existing protocols fail. DBT awareness is beneficial to this position. Valid driver’s license and dependable transportation required. Work with a cohesive and professional team. Full benefits. Send resumé and letter of interest to Sheila Arel or email SheilaA@HowardCenter.org.

Main Street Bar & Grill & Chef’s Table, Montpelier This position reports to the Operations Director and the F&B Director on the Montpelier campus helping to ensure maximum guest satisfaction, a quality educational environment and profitability. Qualifications include excellent communications skills, enthusiasm and administrative skills. Responsible for the hiring, management, support, training and development of restaurant staff.

This position must proactively evaluate the business and implement plans for continuous improvement and growth. Applicants should have basic spirit and wine knowledge.

Campus Purchaser Montpelier Campus The Campus Purchaser is responsible for purchasing all food and other storeroom items for the Montpelier campus. This position acts as a liaison between chefs and purveyors and fosters all local vendor relationships. Good customer service skills are required to ensure a positive relationship is maintained for both internal and external customers. In addition, the Campus Purchaser is responsible for teaching the first-year Product I.D. lecture, Central Purchasing lab and the BA lab for Corporate Purchasing.

Admissions Representative Montpelier Campus Seeking a creative, energetic person to contact prospective students. Must be outgoing and comfortable with telemarketing-type role. Experience in admissions, telemarketing, or sales strongly desired. Knowledge of food industry a plus. Attention to detail, initiative, strong interpersonal and writing skills a must. Schedule includes two Saturdays per month and two evenings per week on our Montpelier campus. Please send resumé and letter of interest to dawnh@ neci.edu or apply in person at 250 Main Street, Montpelier, Vermont.

Unless otherwise noted, please send resumé and letter of interest to greatjobs@neci.edu or apply in person at 250 Main St., Montpelier, Vermont.

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Share our passion for culinary arts? Visit www.neci.edu/necicareers.asp

Assistant Recruiter Innovative individual needed to assist with recruitment activities in a temporary capacity for six months in a busy organizational setting.

Responsible for assisting with development of print media, interviewing and screening, providing some training, and maintaining database records. Some public speaking. Bachelor’s degree required. Strong organizational, computer, and communication skills a must. Competitive remuneration. Please send resumé and cover letter to Lynette Loges or email LynetteL@HowardCenter.org.

Training Specialist Person needed to assist a 65-year-old woman with grocery shopping, medical appointments, and community activities. She has a wonderful sense of humor and enjoys getting out. This position is for 20 hours per week and hours are flexible. Full benefits. Ability to transport is a necessity and position is available immediately upon successful completion of background check. Please send resumé to Doris ClaytonViens or email DorisCV@HowardCenter.org.

Specialized Community Support Worker – 2 Positions Seeking dedicated and dependable individuals for positions to provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities both in the community as well as in a staffed apartment setting. The following positions are currently available: full and part-time positions for awake overnight shifts. Successful candidates will possess enthusiasm, commitment, flexibility, and an ability to work within a team. Experience working with legal risk clients as well as in school settings helpful.

Valid driver’s license and dependable transportation required. Please submit resumé and cover letter to Brian Gilbar or email BrianG@ HowardCenter.org. *** EOE/TTY Individuals with disabilities encouraged to apply ***

employment@sevendaysvt.com | SEVEN DAYS | december 29, 2004-january 12, 2005 | 33B

EMPLOYMENT A ME RIC AN F LATBRE AD at the Marble Works is looking for another member of our management team.

Specifically we need someone with restaurant kitchen experience with a high regard for food quality, has creativity, knows how to manage a team and is looking for meaningful, long-term work. Hourly wage plus benefits to start.

R esumé by fax 80 2 4 96 8 886 or em ai l paul @amer i canfl atbr ead.c om.

N o p hone ap pl i cations p l ease.

PARK&SHUTTLE Burlington International Airport

Cashier Part-time and full-time shifts available.

Clean driving record required.

New locally owned restaurant/café in Williston Village. Opening late January. Full and part-time positions available for cooks, assistant cooks, assistant bakers, counter and servers.

Come in person weekdays 10-3 481 White St., So. Burlington, VT 05407

email resumé to: herskowitzut@aol.com

employment@sevendaysvt.com • employment@sevendaysvt.com

iSYSTEMS

EVENING CLERK

Product Support Specialist

New Penn is looking for part-time clerical help. We employ over 2000 people, operate a fleet of over 800 tractors and 1500 trailers and are widely regarded as one of the most efficiently operated carriers in the industry.

Evenings until 8PM

OFFICE ASSISTANT/ RECEPTIONIST Pine Ridge School, a private boarding school for teenagers with learning disabilities, is seeking a dynamic, confident and upbeat individual to work in our front office as a full-time office assistant/receptionist.

Qualified candidates will be organized, proficient with Microsoft Office, possess strong interpersonal, written and verbal skills, sense of humor, have the ability to multitask, self manage and maintain a positive attitude. Experience working with students is a plus.

Please submit your cover letter & resumé to:

Bernadette Parker 9505 Williston Road Williston, VT 05495 Fax: 802-434-5512 Email: bparker@pineridgeschool.com Please, no phone calls.

We have an immediate full-time opening for a self-motivated organized person to join our Product Support Team to provide client service and support of our payroll software.

Qualifications include strong customer service background with working knowledge of Windows applications. Payroll or financial experience is a must. Technical knowledge or Quality Assurance experience would be a plus.

Must be willing to work evening hours until 8 PM on an on-going basis and work well within deadlines and under pressure.

Please send salary requirements and resumé to:

Joel Gluck Operations Manager iSystems LLC PO Box 706 Essex Jct., VT 05453 joel@isystemsllc.com

Weekend Cook

I T A L I A N Experienced

Pizza Man

Noon meal, home-cooked food, 30-40 people, out by 2:00 p.m.

30-40 hours per week. High pay.

Benefits available.

Call 985-2472 for job description and application.

Call Frankie Jr. (802) 655-0000 for an appointment.

Mon.-Fri., 9-11am.

Senior Accountant

Smugglers’ Notch Resort is seeking a dynamic team player to maintain the Accounts Receivables, Fixed Assets, Inventory/Cost of Sale, Reconciliation & Internal Controls of our Accounting department. Candidate should possess a BS in Accounting, strong mathematical, analytical, and communication skills.

Must be organized and detail oriented. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package.

Submit an application and resume to: Smugglers’ Notch Resort Human Resources 4323 VT Rte. 108 South Smugglers’ Notch, VT 05464

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• Part-time Clerical, 2-3 evenings (flexible scheduling) Individuals must possess good data entry, and computer skills, customer service skills and must be detail-oriented.

Please apply in person to:

156 Avenue B, Williston, VT or fax your resumé to (802) 865-2250 or email your resumé to NPjobs@newpenn.com

Visit our website at www.newpenn.com for more information on New Penn and apply online.

New Penn is an EOE.

MILTON TOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT

Server/Kitchen Assistant Permanent. Set up dining room and serve familystyle noon meal. Assist in kitchen including cleanup. 25-30 hours/week, Monday-Friday.

• Part-time Clerical, Monday-Friday 8am-1pm (flexibility required)

1-888-754-7684 • www.smuggs.com/jobs

OPENINGS Personal Learning Plan Coordinator: Licensed Special Educator needed to coordinate Personalized Learning Plans for grades 9-12. Ideal candidate should have experience working with students in need of alternative educational pathways.

Special Education Transportation Aide: Full-time school-year position.

Special Educator – Substitute: Needed for grades 7-8. Position starts in January through the remainder of this 2005 school year.

Job Developers – 2: Individuals needed to work with other identified professionals. To work, develop and support employment placements for students with disabilities in the community. Must have four years of study in education; or four years experience working in a public education system with students in community-based setting; or equivalent amount of vocational experience in a vocationally-based program. Willingness to work in community job site settings.

Use of personal car to provide student transportation to job required. $10.00 per hour plus benefits. .5FTE – Communication Facilitator: Experienced facilitator needed for individual student. $11.00 per hour.

Food Service: Part-time to work at our High School 21⁄2 hours a day. Duties would be to serve lunch, help with clean-up and occasionally light food prep.

1.5FTE Custodian Positions: Full and part-time positions. Night shift.

For more information regarding openings, visit our website: www.milton.k12.vt.us Submit resumé, transcripts, certification and names of references to:

MILTON TOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT ATTENTION: Terry Mazza 42 Herrick Avenue, Milton, VT 05468 FAX: 802-893-3213 EOE

34B | december 29, 2004-january 12, 2005 | SEVEN DAYS | employment@sevendaysvt.com

7D CLASSIFIEDEMPLOYMENT FULL-TIME

DISPATCHER/ SCHEDULER

Dispatcher needed with strong customer service skills and basic data entry skills to dispatch/schedule 450+ 1-way trips per day.

Must work well under pressure. SSTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please contact: Barbara Tennien, SSTA 2091 Main Street Colchester, VT 05446 878-1527

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DIRECTOR Northern Lights Career Development Center Design and direct a statewide professional development program for early childhood and school-age professionals.

Master’s degree and 3-5 years relevant experience required.

Experience in outreach and curriculum development desirable. Competitive salary and excellent benefit package. For complete posting see www.ccv.edu.

Resumé, cover letter, 3 references and writing sample by January 10, 2005, to:

NLCDC Search CCV PO Box 120 Waterbury, VT 05676 Attn: R. Werner CCV is EOE/ADA compliant.

Applicants needing special accommodations should contact Joyce Judy at (802) 241-1180.

Community College of Vermont & Vermont Child Care Industry & Careers Council, Inc.

2004-2005 EDUCATOR VACANCY We are now accepting applications for the following position:

Long-term Substitute Social Studies/Math Teacher Westford Elementary School (grade pre-K - 8) Qualified candidates must hold or be eligible to hold a valid Vermont Educator license with a Social Studies and/or Mathematics endorsement.

For additional information and to apply, please visit our website at www.ejhs.k12.vt.us (click on Job Opportunities).

EOE

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Membership Manager Vermont Public Radio seeks a motivated, creative professional to manage VPR’s active membership base of 22,000 donors. Responsible for planning, implementing and analyzing a comprehensive program for the acquisition, renewal, upgrading and acknowledgment of members via mail, email and telemarketing. Oversees donor database and tracks donor information to maximize membership services. Successful candidate will be part of a development team that meets established revenue goals through a variety of activities. Detailed job description available at VPR.NET. BA/BS or equivalent experience and at least two years of fundraising experience required. Must be detail-oriented, computer savvy, and have experience working with a donor management system. Ideal candidate will be well-organized, with exceptional oral and written communication skills. Extensive knowledge of Microsoft, Excel and Word is required.

Please submit cover letter and resumé by January 12, 2005, to addess below.

Classical Host/ Producer Vermont Public Radio seeks an experienced and energetic Host/Producer to join the staff of VPR Classical, VPR’s new 24-hour regional classical music service. Key duties of this full-time position are: daily air-shift, music library management, recording promotional content for air, and working closely with colleagues to establish and uphold exemplary broadcast standards for VPR Classical.

VPR wants someone who is great on the radio, excited about classical music and getting out into the community. Great classical music hosts know about the music, are glad to be there, and glad the listeners are, too.

Required attributes include: articulate and companionable air presence as demonstrated through your air-check and track record; knowledge of the full range of recorded and performed classical repertoire; computer proficiency; and familiarity with Classical Core Values research. Experience in Broadcast Data software (Music Director or Music Librarian) and/or A-WARE MusicMaster software a plus. Must be well-organized and have exceptional oral and written communication skills and be a team player.

This position is located at VPR’s Colchester studios.

To apply, please send a cover letter, resumé and air-check by January 12, 2005, to:

Linny Curtis, Vermont Public Radio 365 Troy Avenue Colchester, VT 05446 or lcurtis@vpr.net VPR is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Best Seasonal Job In Vermont!

Country Home Products, manufacturer and marketer of the DR® and NEUTON® brands of outdoor power equipment, is looking for High-Quality, Results-Oriented Sales Professionals to staff our busy inbound call center.

CHP offers $12 per hour base pay, commission, performance-based bonuses and incentives, paid training, holidays and sick time and profit sharing.

If you are the type of person who…

• Loves and understands the selling process • Is a results-oriented Sales Professional • Enjoys interacting with a variety of personalities • Thrives in a performance-based environment • Is computer literate • Strives for continuous improvement • Is looking for a position where you can really make a difference ...then, Country Home Products is for you and WE WANT YOU! These positions are seasonal and our first training class starts in early January. Apply now to be one of our first hires of the new year!

Please apply in person at our Factory Store on Meigs Road in Vergennes, or send, email or fax your resume and letter of interest to:

COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS®, Inc. PO Box 240, HR Dept. SD289 Vergennes, VT 05491 Fax 802-877-1229 jobs@countryhomeproducts.com Job Hotline 802-877-1235 Country Home Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mainstream Teaching Assistants ESSEX H IGH S CHOOL We have openings for full and part-time temporary one-year Mainstream Teaching Assistants for the remainder of the 200405 school year to work with special needs students. Pays $10.60/hour, 6.5 hours per day. Good working knowledge of disabilities of special education students and experience working with children/adolescents required.

Minimum of an Associate’s Degree or 48 credit hours required.

For additional information or to apply, please visit our website at www.ejhs.k12.vt.us (click on Job Opportunities).

EOE

Convenience Store Assistant Manager Maplefields is looking for a great person to become part of our growing team. As the Assistant Manager of a high-volume Maplefields location, opportunity is unlimited.

Benefits include:

• 401(k) Plan • Paid Vacation Time • Paid Personal Time • Paid Holidays • Health & Dental Plans Available • Opportunities for Advancement If you have an outstanding personality, a background in retail or food service management and have great leadership skills, please give us a call to schedule an interview or send your resumé to:

R.L. Vallee, Inc., Attn: Sandy Flynn 72 Upper Main Street Essex Jct., VT 05452 802-872-1660 An Equal Opportunity Employer

OFFENDER REENTRY PROJECT SPECIALIST The City of Burlington seeks a self-starter to implement the Community Justice Center’s Offender Reentry Project. The Reentry Specialist will create a collaborative network of City, State and Community resources to support the successful reentry of violent offenders.

Educate and engage the community. Experience navigating governmental agencies and working with Offenders, Victim Services and Volunteers is necessary.

Submit City of Burlington application, cover letter and resumé by January 3, 2005 to:

HR Dept Rm. 33 – City Hall Burlington, VT 05401 For complete job descriptions, please visit our website www.hrjobs.ci.burlington.vt.us or contact 865-7145.

Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

EOE

employment@sevendaysvt.com | SEVEN DAYS | december 29, 2004-january 12, 2005 | 35B

EMPLOYMENT COTS Provide Case Management services Streetwork to homeless single adults as they Case Manager transition to stable housing. Strong

ACCOUNTANT I

communication skills and the ability to work with varied populations required. MSW or BSW with experience preferred. Resumés accepted until position filled.

Keep the money flowing by reviewing daily cash reconciliations, recording daily sales in general ledger, and preparing reconciliations of various general ledger accounts. You will oversee our Accounts Receivable process and be responsible for preparing and monitoring billing. Expand our horizons by being the back-up payroll person. Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school and at least two years experience in general ledger and subsidiary accounting required.

Retail experience preferred.

Central Vermont expanding Construction Company in search of experienced

Construction Superintendents

Send resumé and cover letter to Kelley Newell by January 14, 2005.

Send cover letter and resumé to:

COTS P.O. Box 1616 Burlington, VT 05402-1616

SD Employment, #CM PO Box 1164 Burlington, VT 05402

This is a ground floor opportunity with unlimited potential.

Heavy site work, utilities branching into concrete and buildings. Must be well organized with attention to schedule, budget and details. Estimating abilities a plus. Knowledge of contract requirements, construction sequencing, methods and materials required. Generous compensation and benefits.

No phone calls accepted. EOE

Lake Champlain

Maritime Museum

A non-profit museum dedicated to preserving and sharing the history and heritage of the Champlain Valley.

We’re seeking a skilled, self-motivated

BOOKKEEPER

Join our interesting and creative team of individuals involved with diving, nautical archaeology and educational programs on the water and on our replica schooner. Requirements for the position are at least 2 years experience, a working knowledge of QuickBooks and an ability to work independently. 3/4-time position.

Submit resumés to:

Susan Jones, Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Road Vergennes, VT 05491 Phone: 475-2022 ext 109 • Email: jones@lcmm.org

NURSE MANAGER Intermediate Care Facility Innovative Nurse Manager needed to oversee and administer healthcare for six individuals with significant developmental disabilities in a beautiful residential home. This state-of-theart intermediate Care Facility is the only facility in the state that provides a nurturing home that supports individuals to be fully integrated in their community. This is a wonderful leadership opportunity for an RN to provide individualized Nursing care in a non-medical multidisciplinary team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate will have significant clinical experience and demonstrated leadership ability. Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred. Eligible for Vermont license.

Salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package. Submit resumé to:

Human Resources Rutland Mental Health Services PO Box 222 Rutland, VT 05702

Fax resumé in confidence to 802-496-2212.

Sterling has a part-time position in the South Burlington area, supporting a talented young man with a developmental disability in his retail profession and in the community.

Must be safety conscious, patient and a team player that fits well in a retail environment.

This will include prorated vacation and sick-time. Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Call Sterling Area Services for application: 802-888-7602 or fax resumé to: 802-888-1182 attn: position #42.

EOE

PRODUCTION OPENINGS Where

YOU Make a Difference

Maintenance Tech I: Seeking individual with HVAC knowledge and residential furnaces and boiler experience. State apprentice or journeyman apprentice in one of the trades preferred. HS diploma and valid driver’s license required. Full-time nights/ rotation. Thursday/Friday 8-hour shifts, Saturday/Sunday 12-hours shifts. UHC. Posting #04-2188 Maintenance Tech II: Provides preventive and corrective maintenance on all facility and building HVAC systems. Completes specialized repairs in areas of technical expertise. HS diploma and valid driver’s license required. State journeyman’s license in one of the trades or Class II (NILUPE) or ASOPE preferred. Cumulative numbers of years’ experience may be considered in place of license. Full-time evenings 3-11, UHC. Posting #04-1980 Fletcher Allen Health Care offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salaries. To apply, use our online resumé builder at www.fahc.org or send your cover letter and resumé to:

fahcjobs@vtmednet.org Human Resources, FAHC 111 Colchester Ave., Burlington, VT 05401 Scannable resumés should be on white paper with standard fonts, no bold, underline or italics. Please list posting number when applying.

We are seeking hands-on, detail-focused technicians to join our dynamic team in the following departments:

Electronics

Tower Production

This individual will build and test wind sensors and microprocessor-based wind data loggers. Soldering skills and ability to follow written directions required. Proficiency with test equipment and PCs is expected.

Duties for this position include assembly and production of tower components. Ability to lift heavy objects and operate machinery required.

A two-year degree is preferred for both positions, and a strong mechanical aptitude and strong work ethic are essential.

NRG is the world leader in wind assessment technology. Our systems can be found in more than 100 countries. The future is bright for this flourishing $8 billion industry.

We offer a total compensation package that includes monthly cash profit sharing and comprehensive benefits (401k retirement plan, cafeteria plan and more)!

Submit your resume and salary history to Human Resources, NRG Systems, Inc., PO Box 509, Hinesburg, VT 05461 or email us at hr@nrgsystems.com. Learn more at www.nrgsystems.com.

No calls please.

Global leaders in wind assessment technology

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7D

CLASSIFIEDEMPLOYMENT LINE LISTINGS 75¢ per word

4 employment ADULT ENTERTAINMENT PRODUCER looking for new female talent for future productions. 802-658-1464.

BATTERY STREET JEANS: Manager wanted. Moving to new, happening space. Only responsible and enthusiastic need apply.

Call Lori, 864-6411.

CARPENTERS WANTED: Contractor seeks experienced, hardworking carpenters frame to finish. Tools not necessary. “Finish only” carpenters need not apply.

Full-time, year-round. 3091117.

COOL TRAVEL JOB: Entry level positions, 18+, no exp. necessary. 2 weeks paid training, transportation, lodging provided. $500 sign-

ing bonus to start. Toll-free, 1-877-646-5050. (AAN CAN) COUNSELOR: P/T, Burlington, 20 hours/week.

Intensive Substance Abuse Program for clients in the custody of DOC, seeks a qualified counselor to facilitate groups, maintain files, complete assessments. LADC or CADC preferred but will consider a Master’s in Mental Health or Social Work. Please

send resumé w/cover letter and salary history to: L. Ryan, ISAP, 50 Cherry St., Burlington, VT 05401. Email Irvan@phoenixhouse.org EOE. HAIRSTYLIST FOR BUSY BURLINGTON SALON. Salary, bonuses and health benefits.

Clientele provided. Apply in person at Supercuts, 570 Shelburne Rd. or email resumé to owenbob@verizon.net.

861-1000.

NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION: Find a new job? Chow! Bella in St. Albans is hiring chefs for the New Year. Contact Connie, 524-1405, or go to www.chowbella.us.

Experience and leadership qualities are top priorities.

HAPPY

NEW YEAR!

Sale Ends Jan.1, 2005