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Last fall, a video that allegedly showed Bushway Packing slaughterhouse employees abusing calves prompted regulators to shut down the Grand Isle facility. On Friday, Vermont Attorney General William Sorrell announced that his office had charged Bushway owner, Frank Perretta, with one count of animal cruelty. An employee, Christopher Gaudette, is facing three counts of cruelty to animals, and one felony count of aggravated cruelty to animals. Seven Days staff writer Andy Bromage wrote a detailed description of the charges, and their implications, on Blurt, the Seven Days staff blog. Within hours, the post had provoked comments from outraged readers, some of which were deleted because they violated our commenting policy barring threatening language.
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After hearing about the city’s proposed halfway house on Elmwood Avenue, I feel I may be in a unique position to comment on it [“Ex-Prisoners Can Make Good Neighbors,” June 2]. Ten years ago, I purchased a home on North Winooski Avenue near Pearl Street, restored the home as a labor of love and, in the back of my mind, I also expected the neighborhood to gradually improve (Burlington being one of the “top livable cities in the U.S.”). Surprisingly, the opposite has happened, and I can see no other reason than the city planners — the same ones who are proposing the new halfway house on Elmwood Avenue. In the span of 10 years, I have seen two families leave the block, a COTS shelter move in next door, the Howard Center set up a detox center six houses away, Spectrum services set up shop a half block away, and Section 8 housing noticeably on the rise. In short, this street is in rough shape. I recently tried selling my home, but to no avail. The police are now on my speed-dial, but with so many incidents, I have at times executed vigilante justice while telling my daughter to go inside. I never really had a position either way on state and federal housing, but now I think it would be hard for anyone who has been in my shoes not to see it as bad social engineering. The [issue] isn’t “not
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in my backyard,” but “why so many in my backyard?” What does it take for city planners to realize their ideas have given birth to the demise of a neighborhood? I know part of their reasoning is to have the recipients of welfare programs close to the services of downtown, but maybe they could, like, walk? The lesson for the city is an old one: You never get something for nothing. Unfortunately, the city has failed to see the balance of this equation. If they come, I will leave. Larry Altman BURLINGTON
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Mr. Zucker’s letter is great [“Railing on Stanak,” Feedback, May 26]! I just wanted to add that this also has a great impact on out-of-staters who frequent Vermont and were looking forward to the trail being built, and having close to 100-plus miles of trail to travel, and towns to visit and stay in … [Stanak’s ruling] really hurts the small-business owners and the state of Vermont. I contacted the Vermont Natural Resources Council several times about this, and they continue to ignore me… Tim Finocchio
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It was hard for a young male such as myself to sympathize with Shay Totten’s article on the winners and losers [“Fair Game,” May 19] with such a short mention of … the lower classes of Vermont. One class in particular is oftentimes overlooked: prescription-drug addicts …
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At the risk of antagonizing Vermont’s recreating middle class, the letter extolling the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail [“Railing on Stanak,” Feedback, May 26] prompts me to note that Vermont should be extremely cautious about relinquishing railroad rights of way to uses other than those originally intended: moving freight or commodities and, possibly, people. While it’s clear that what was essential to one generation changes for another, we should consider that we may again return to rail. Whether or not one accepts the concept and implications of “Peak Oil,” legacy transportation assets have the potential to again serve all Vermonters — at a more economical and less energyintensive cost — for economic purposes far more essential than recreation. (I’ve nothing against bicycle riders; some of my best friends ride bicycles.) The presumption that we will never again need efficient rail transportation as technologies (and energy costs) grow looks short-sighted. If we lose legacy assets to nonessential functions in the name of recreation and tourism, it’s easy to foresee political firestorms when restoring those assets to their original — and higher — purposes when circumstances change. Right now in central Vermont, for example, there are objections about renewed activity on Washington County’s nearly moribund railroad (WCRR), shortly to ship granite for southern breakwater construction — shipping activity that, one can reasonably presume, should result in Vermont jobs. WCRR already exists. How much more difficult will it be to re-establish shipping or light rail (perhaps even powered by Vermont-grown and -produced biofuels) when rights of way have been relinquished in the name of tourism or recreation? Clearly, the recreational community has worked hard to convert these rights of way, but the prospect of renewed rail use should have a superseding — if not primary — place in those conversion plans.
For the first time in history, the population’s newest addiction has been perpetuated by professionally accredited doctors who overprescribe dangerously addictive medications … The current maniacal dishing of drugs has showed this state that crime rates increase, children are adversely affected and state budgets are battered by the need for preventative and consequent measures of the Rx epidemic … While users and abusers get arrested and reprimanded for their consumption, the doctors who are mistreating and overprescribing narcotics get a free ticket to continue their foul ways. So, when we mention losers and winners at any point in the legislative biennium, we must not forget the ones who society has given up on, not to mention the ones who may have given up on themselves.
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JUNE 09-16, 2010 VOL.15 NO.41
The Parenting Issue
Got kids? Either way, there’s no denying you used to be one. And to some extent all of us are part of the “village” raising Vermont’s current lot of tots. Some are better at it than others, though. Kirk Kardashian interviews VERMONT PARENTING PRO Vicki Hoefle. Sarah Tuff finds out how to turn couch-potato kids into FIT AND HEALTHY ones. Lauren Ober learns that FOREIGN ADOPTIONS are easier with special-needs children. Also in this issue, Erik Esckilsen pens an essay on FATHERING TWINS. Ken Picard checks in with the owners of the online resource FINDANDGOSEEK.NET. Megan James gets the sad story behind the memoir MEAN MOTHERS. Finally, Suzanne Podhaizer explores the pros and cons of TAKING KIDS TO RESTAURANTS, while Alice Levitt notes some with particularly family-friendly fare.
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Parenting: A Vermont mom teaches parents to raise ’em right BY KIRK KARDASHIAN
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U.S. Immigration Policy Leaves Vermont Innkeepers Out in the Cold
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Parenting: A growing number of Vermonters who adopt abroad choose kids with special needs
12 Fair Game
Open season on Vermont politics BY SHAY TOT TEN
We just had to ask…
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45 Side Dishes
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Parenting: A father of twins weighs in on the power of two
Local Writers for Tweens Tackle Racism and 2012
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Parenting: On Find&GoSeek, choosing family fun is child’s play
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BY MARGOT HARRISON
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38 Heavy Hitters
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Parenting: Vermont experts share how parents can stop the growing pains of childhood obesity
54 Music
Prana, Moments; Kris Gruen, Part of It all
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41 Mommy Not-So-Dearest Parenting: A Burlington writer explores how women can avoid passing on the legacy of a mean mom
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Into the Depths The lines and colors of the 15 works in Galen Cheney’s “Mark by Mark” exhibit at Johnson’s Julian Scott Memorial Gallery seem to be swimming with movement. From flowing ribbon paths to tornado-like twirls, her layered paintings on canvas and paper leave “evidence for viewers to uncover,” writes Marc Awodey in this week’s art review. Dig in.
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Both unions were quick to say they’d support whichever Dem wins, even though they hope it’s Racine. “We have had eight years of Republicans in charge and they have not been friendly to labor,” said DENNIS LABOUNTY, Vermont AFL-CIO’s political director. “We want to see that change.”
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You can’t pick up the Burlington Free Press without reading about one Queen City scandal or another — dog-park fiascos, after-school program debacles, Burlington Telecom.
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But should the actions — or inactions — of one administration cause the state’s largest daily to give short shrift to everything else going on in the city? Kiplinger’s Personal Finance recently touted the Queen City as one of the 10 best U.S. cities for the next decade, lauding collaborations between government, colleges and private businesses and support for green and hi-tech businesses, renewable energy and local food. City and business leaders hailed the ranking at a press event on Monday. Channel 17, WCAX, WPTZ and Seven Days were there, but the city’s paper of record didn’t show. Ouch. “It’s a little discouraging,” said Mayor BOB KISS. “There seems to be some real selective reporting from the Free Press when it comes to Burlington.” Neither outgoing Publisher BRAD ROBERTSON nor Executive Editor MIKE TOWNSEND responded to a request for comment on the Kiss dis. What else has the Freeps missed? Burlington was named one of 15 cities from around the world chosen to participate in Sir RICHARD BRANSON’s “Carbon
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War Room,” which could lure private capital to the Queen City for renewableenergy development. Forbes rated Burlington among the prettiest cities in the United States. But looks aren’t everything. The magazine also declared B-town to be the second most likely location in the U.S. to find a job this spring. Finally, the website The Daily Beast crowned Burlington as one of the Most Stoned Cities in the United States. And, no, they weren’t referring to Vermont granite.
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Dwindling public trust and support for Mayor Bob Kiss can largely be traced to the actions of his top aide: Chief Administrative Officer JONATHAN LEOPOLD. On Monday night, the Burlington City Council officially expressed its lack of confidence in Leopold. The council voted 10-4 against his reappointment. The vote is merely symbolic, though. The council doesn’t have the authority to push Leopold out of a job. Only councilors DAVID BEREZNIAK (D-Ward 2), SHARON BUSHOR (I-Ward 1), MARRISA CALDWELL (P-Ward 3) and EMMA MULVANEY-STANAK (P-Ward 3) supported the mayor’s right-hand man. Leopold is a target because he OK’d spending $17 million in city funds to prop up Burlington Telecom — a sum the utility can’t repay. Nor can BT make quarterly payments on its $33.5 million CitiCapital lease. Leopold did have some “good” news on the BT front this week. Moody’s, the credit rating agency, reinstated the city’s bond rating to a stellar Aa3, which means it won’t cost taxpayers extra to borrow money. Still, Burlington remains on a credit watch. Meanwhile, the state Department of Public Service expects to wrap up its financial probe of BT by the end of the month. The DPS is no longer calling the BT probe a “forensic audit,” which implies embezzlement or fraud. Instead, it’s an “investigation” that will look closely at the source of BT’s borrowed funds and what it spent them on. I’ve preordered a copy for summer beach reading.
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The intrepid trio who pen “Capitol Beat,” the political column for the Rutland Herald and Times Argus, wanted to know if I had endorsed of Sen. Susan Bartlett. They found a “Fair Game” snippet on Bartlett’s website, talking up her positives. It’s titled “What People Say About Susan.” Sure, I said it. Or, at least I wrote it, along with lots of nice things about other candidates. To be clear, though, it wasn’t an endorsement. Several other people were equally surprised to find their glowing comments — and head shots — on Bartlett’s website. Comments from affordablehousing advocates Liz Curry and Chris DonneLLy, as well as eLLen KahLer of the Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund, were snagged from Bartlett’s Facebook page. Comments from Donnelly and Kahler have since been scrubbed from the website. Easier to ask forgiveness than permission, I guess.
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As “Fair Game” hit the streets last week, Banking, Insurance, Securities and Health Care Administration Commissioner PauLeTTe ThaBauLT ordered the state’s largest health care insurer — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont — to repay consumers nearly half of the $6.3 million retirement
It’s official: anThony PoLLina will run for state senate in Washington County … as a Democrat. He’s also hoping to pick up support from the Progressives and the nascent Working Families Party. Pollina, a perennial Progressive candidate, actually ran for U.S. Congress in 1984 as a Democrat against Republican incumbent U.S. Rep. Jim JeFForDs. “Folks in Washington County have a good idea of who I am and where I stand and were very supportive in 2008,” said Pollina. “They gave me more votes than Jim DougLas in several communities, and I finished first or second in every town but one.” The Washington County Democratic primary will be a lively one, with incumbent Democrat ann Cummings in the race along with former State Rep. Donny osman and lawyer Kim Cheney. Also, former Rep. saLLy Fox, an Essex Democrat, announced this week she’s running in the crowded Chittenden County Democratic primary for state senate. Fox served 14 years in the House, where she alternately chaired the House Appropriations, Judiciary and Joint Fiscal committees. She left in 2000. “But I never really left politics, and I think I still have a lot to offer,” said Fox. m
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package it doled out to its former chief executive officer. In 2009, “Fair Game” broke the news that BCBS gave $6.3 million to retiring CEO WiLLiam miLnes Jr. That was on top of more than $1 million in compensation and bonuses. BISHCA estimates BCBS overpaid Milnes at least $1.4 million during his last eight years of employment. As a result, his retirement package was inflated by $1.6 million. Milnes retired at the end of 2008 and now lives in Florida. BCBS has agreed to return $3 million to subscribers in the form of lower, or lower-than-expected, premiums. Don’t expect Milnes to pitch in a penny, though. BCBS asked him several times to repay some of the millions and he refused. I guess you can take it with you.
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a leasing arrangement with upgrades for new tenants, since there probably won’t be just one. “The stuff we have to do for tenants is mostly cosmetic — building walls, taking out walls, painting — pretty easy stuff,” Bradley said. The building’s north side, which looks more like modern office space, currently hosts several smaller companies, including ITT Corp. and Pragmatic Technologies. The space occupied by General Dynamics is a different story. Built in 1894, the building originally housed the Queen City Cotton Mill. Large windows and a massive heating and ventilation system made it a desirable place to work at the time. It’s now listed on the Vermont’s Register of Historic Places. Since General Electric moved into the space in 1948, the facility has undergone
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numerous renovations. In the last decade, it was retrofitted with state-of-the-art energy systems, including geothermal cooling, that make it one of the most energy-efficient buildings in the United States, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The building also features a Department of Defense-approved security system, with magnetic locking doors, key cards and dozens of internal and external security cameras that can pan, zoom, record audio and video and be operated remotely. Aesthetically, though, the General Dynamics side of the building appears unchanged since the Eisenhower era. If local filmmakers were scouting for a location
rinth of office suites, high-walled cubicles and beige filing cabinets was eerily quiet, despite all the employees working there. The hallway walls were largely unadorned except for posters of GD products — Gatling guns, missile systems, antiaircraft ordnance and other lethal weapons, with gung-ho taglines such as “We all stand watch for the same reason,” and “Designed to fight, built to win.” There were also reminders to “shred unclassified documents,” “question security clearances,” “report coincidences” and “challenge strangers.” But no one said a word to us. Downstairs, Bradley introduced Chip Myers of Gilbane Development Company, the building’s management company. He
led us into a large, industrial-looking room with two huge black tanks that resemble brewing equipment, but are part of the geothermal cooling system. About 300 feet below the steel plate we were standing on, a well pumps 53-degree water into these expansion tanks, chilling the building at little to no cost. According to Bradley, the building is rated 94.7 percent efficient. In the last five years, electricity usage has been cut by 32 percent; natural gas consumption by 60 percent. Myers led the way to a control room to demonstrate how it’s done. On a computer screen, he digitally “walked” us through the building, showing how the software automatically opens and closes dampers to take advantage of the outside temperature and humidity, “like rolling down the windows in your car.” Although the building has no other alternative-energy systems, it does have a 250-kilowatt backup generator that kicks on automatically if the system loses power. This feature is critical for maintaining General Dynamics’ impressive server room, which houses miles of computer cable. Myers appeared upbeat about the changes. What does he think is the building’s greatest selling point. The in-house wellness center? The Lakeside Café? The 775 parking spaces? The Pentagonapproved security environment? “The character,” he answered. “I mean, look at this place! It’s 115 years old. To have this here in Burlington is really a treasure, in my mind, and it should be occupied.” m
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to serve as the headquarters of the Central Intelligence Agency, they couldn’t find a more suitable site. “It’s like IBM in the 1960s,” noted Bradley. A friendly but no-nonsense uniformed guard checks cameras and recording gear at the front desk. Visitors also have to provide a photo ID and sign a three-paragraph visitor registration card before being buzzed inside. “The views from up here are incredible!” Bradley said as we surveyed the 15,000-square-foot fourth floor, and its panoramic view of Lake Champlain, downtown Burlington and the ill-fated Pine Street barge canal. But, even with its 14-foot drop ceilings and tall windows, the GD interior feels dark and cloistered. The carpeted laby-
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etting into General Dynamics is not easy. The building that houses Vermont’s largest forprofit recipient of federal dollars and the world’s fifth largest defense contractor was designed with security in mind. Access to the four-story brick building on Burlington’s Lakeside Avenue is normally restricted to employees and visitors on official business. Numerous peacenik protests over the years, aimed at the company’s war machinery, have only solidified its closed-door policy. But access to the Innovation Center of Vermont, which is the official home of the Armament and Technical Products division of General Dynamics, got a little easier after the Charlotte, N.C.-based defense contractor announced in October that it was pulling up stakes in Burlington and relocating its 450 employees to the IBM campus in Williston. How else could a real estate broker find a potential buyer — or tenant — for a space that has been generating more than $650,000 in property and equipment taxes for the city of Burlington every year? Like the 77,000-square-foot Vermont Catholic Diocese headquarters on North Avenue, the Innovation Center is huge, especially for Burlington: It encompasses more than 167,000 square feet of prime commercial real estate in the city’s South End. Another parallel to the diocese property, which is currently under contract: This is the first time in decades that either the public or the press has gotten a look inside the once-secretive site. Yves Bradley of Pomerleau Real Estate is the agent for both properties. Last week he gave Seven Days a tour of the Innovation Center, which is on the market for $31 million. The current owner, Detroit-based Lewiston Investments, will also consider
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outdated inn into a cozy getaway. Longmuir volunteers with the Vermont Festival of the Arts, and Hewison’s a DJ at community radio station WMRW 95.1 FM, where the couple got married on air in 2007. Now Longmuir and Hewison are reluctantly putting the Sugartree Inn up for sale and preparing to move back to London. The couple’s visas expire in 2012, and they believe there’s zero chance of getting them extended. Since bed and breakfasts typically take up to two years to sell, the husband and wife are listing the business now rather than betting on the vagaries of the immigration system. “It’s heartbreaking,” Longmuir says. “We love this country. We love Vermont. We put our hearts and souls into this business, and made so many good friends here in the valley.” She uses local shorthand to refer to their adopted home: the lush, recreationrich Mad River Valley. Newspapers and online forums offer plenty of stories about E-2 visa holders who sank big money into U.S. business
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ere at Seven Days, our readership is adult, which means the books we review generally are, too. But, as any grown-up who’s ever been ensnared by the Harry Potter series or a dogeared copy of Anne of Green Gables knows, good fiction for kids knows no age limit. This week, as part of the Parenting Issue, we review two recent books by local authors that aim for what publishers call the “middle-grade” market (ages 8 to 12). But both are the kind of books parents may just find themselves reading on the sly — which means, of course, they’re also great read-aloud bets.
Welcome to the Jungle
Remember how it felt to open a Tintin book and get swept into an exotic adventure? Imagine one of Hergé’s classics without the graphic aspect (including
those creepy racial caricatures). Now imagine an Indiana Jones movie that features carefully researched, nonpreachy lessons on ancient cultures alongside the action hijinks, and you’re starting to get the idea of Middleworld, a novel from Norwich authors J & P Voelkel. Middleworld’s hero is a 14-year-old Bostonian named Max Murphy, whose parents are archaeologists specializing in the ancient Maya. Max is more interested in the kind of intellectual stimulation that can be attained by manipulating a joystick. But he has to change his sedentary ways when a series of unfortunate events lands him in the fictional Central American nation of
San Xavier — and his parents, supposedly on a dig there, vanish without a trace. Max’s spoiledAmerican-kid attitude may wear on the reader in the novel’s early pages. But once he finds himself lost in the rainforest with a tart-tongued modern Maya girl named Lola and her two trained monkeys, things pick right up. Soon a supernatural element enters the story, and Max and Lola have to set about saving the world. The novel’s action is fast-paced enough to appeal to the target demo, while adults will like the authors’ smart treatment of the culture-clash theme
— and their comic acumen. Take the book’s primer on the 12 Maya lords of death, who have names such as Demon of Pus, Blood Gatherer and Scab Stripper. “Sounds like the lineup for a heavy metal festival,” notes Max. Best of all, the Voelkels’ novel kicks off a fantasy trilogy in which the hero does not — so far, anyway — appear to be a Potteresque Chosen One. He’s just a regular kid trying to grow up enough to do the right thing. Middleworld was first published in 2007 (see interview), but it’s getting more attention this time around. Look for the authors on the “Today” show later this month — Al Roker just chose the novel for his Book Club for Kids.
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hen someone buys a copy of Middleworld at the Norwich Bookstore and wants it signed, owner Penny McConnel often calls up the authors, who live right down the street. “We offer a very personal signing service,” says Pamela Craik Voelkel with a chuckle. Jon Voelkel and Pamela Craik Voelkel — who go by the byline “J & P Voelkel” — have entertained countless Vermont middle schoolers with a live presentation tied to their novel, which culminates in a surprise visit from a “Maya king.” (It’s actually a teacher wearing a costume created by the couple’s niece, with a towering headdress.) Now, the book they’ve been quietly promoting since 2007 — with help from Vermont booksellers and librarians, notes Pamela — has scored them an appearance on the “Today” show. The coauthors have put down firm roots in Norwich, where they’ve been raising their three kids — now 17, 13 and 7 — for the past seven years. But their own origins, like the action of their book, are
far-flung. Pamela is a UK native, while Jon is an American whose missionary parents raised him in South and Central America. They met while working at a London advertising agency and later founded their own, Craik Jones Watson Mitchell Voelkel Ltd. After 15 years in London, the couple decided to settle down “halfway between our two families,” says Pamela. (Jon has relatives in Arizona.) In Vermont, Jon was “supposed to be writing a book on marketing, but it was just too boring,” he recalls. “I used to tell bedtime stories to the kids every night. My son had a favorite story about a monkey girl, and I thought, That would be such a great book.” Middleworld was born from Jon’s memories of “things I went through when I was a kid, dragged by my parents through the jungle,” says the author, who confesses to having been, like protagonist Max Murphy, a less-than-ideal adventure traveler. “He wrote the bones of it,” Pamela recalls, “and it was like a James Bond story
or something — all guns and car chases. There were no female characters!” That changed when she started reworking the manuscript. Now, says Pamela, their collaboration means that “we talk about the plot endlessly between the two of us, and I do most of the writing.” The couple also became Maya aficionados: “The more we researched the Maya, the more fascinated we got with them,” Jon explains. Soon they were taking their own children Jon and Pamela Voelkel down to Central America, and Jon was studying up on Maya glyphs, which he calls son who read the manuscript and told “almost a visual language.” He replicated some in the novel’s black- them they should publish it,” Pamela remembers. The novel sold 10,000 copies and-white illustrations. Middleworld was first published in in hardcover, says Jon, but the publisher 2007 by Smith & Sons, an imprint of “didn’t have resources to take it further.” An agent contacted the Voelkels, and Manchester, N.H.-based theater publisher Smith and Kraus. “It was their that connection led to the publication
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localmatters U.S. Immigration « p.15 ventures hoping to spend a decade or more here, only to be sent home when immigration officials deemed their businesses of “marginal” value. Some were employing U.S. workers and pumping money into local economies. A well-liked British couple, Julie and Jonathan Pierce, purchased the Inn Victoria in Chester five years ago. Earlier this year, the U.S. government sent them packing after denying a visa extension because they didn’t have any employees. Longmuir and Hewison have chosen to sell and split rather than risk winding up in similar straits. “I’m 56 years old, and I’d quite like to have roots now,” Longmuir says. “I can’t take the chance that in November 2012, I’m told, ‘No renewal,’ and now I’m in a situation where you’ve got a place to sell and all your money’s tied up in it.” Longmuir and Hewison knew when they applied for E-2 visas that their Vermont stay was temporary and could end at any time; they had to sign a form declaring they wouldn’t seek U.S. residency. But they held out hope of finding a path to green cards. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service approves more than 80 percent of E-2 extensions, says USCIS spokesman Bill Wright. Wright can’t comment directly on Longmuir and Hewison’s case, but says that when reviewing E-2 renewals, the USCIS considers money made and lost, future growth potential and the number of family members an investor is supporting. Wright says the USCIS has “leeway and wiggle room” in determining whether a business is viable or “marginal,” and he admits that can be “somewhat subjective.” But he maintains officials look at hard numbers — business tax records, personal tax records — to evaluate an E-2 enterprise. The numbers might be on their side, but Leslie Holman, a Burlington-based immigration attorney who represents Longmuir and Hewison, says the couple have good reason to worry about being denied visa extensions. The number of such extensions being approved is dropping — from 91 percent in 2008 to 82 percent today — and the U.S. embassy in London, where the innkeepers would have to apply, has become more selective over the last five years. Holman has represented dozens of E-2 petitioners from Vermont and New England over the years and has seen an increasing number encounter trouble.
“They have a very valid concern that when they go back, London is going to say, Well, you don’t have enough employees, you don’t have enough of this, and they actually could decide to deny it,” says Holman. Longmuir and Hewison say the uncertainty around the E-2 program is forcing them to leave Vermont. It makes no sense, they argue, to lure foreign investors here only to send them — and their money — home two or four years later. Holman and the owners maintain that the Sugartree Inn isn’t the least bit “marginal.” The couple purchased it for $500,000 and spent another $100,000 updating the guest rooms and converting a cobweb-infested garage into a spacious new dining room and industrial kitchen. Longmuir purchased a $12,000 Aga cooker, nicknamed “Mrs. Bridges” after a 1970s British sitcom character. She uses it to bake muffins and cakes for guests. Though they don’t have employees, Longmuir and Hewison say they hire local contractors, shop locally and are self-sufficient. “We’ve been told by more than one or two people that if we came here illegally, we’d probably be in a much more secure situation, because they have amnesties from time to time,” says Hewison, 53. Longmuir and Hewison left high-pressure jobs in London to escape what they call “the corporate rat race.” In England, Longmuir was a sports marketer, hobnobbing with elite athletes as she promoted pro golf tournaments and soccer matches. Hewison is a rock musician who worked in the tourism sector. In Vermont, they found a slower pace that better suited them. “Here, people work hard, but they play hard, too,” Hewison says. “They have a life.” The Sugartree does a brisk business during ski and fall foliage seasons, the owners say. In summer, guests come for hiking, paddling and golf. The recession has taken a toll on Sugartree’s business, but the pair are still making enough to support themselves and take one vacation a year. More importantly, they say, they’re not asking anyone for a handout. The couple have explored alternative paths to residency, without success. Their last hope may be a PR stunt Longmuir concocted involving their chocolate Labradoodle, Beckham. The dog is going to “write” to Bo Obama, the presidential pooch, and beg for amnesty. “Beckham’s an American,” Longmuir jokes. “He was born in Virginia. He doesn’t want to live in London.” m
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in those days, officials recognized that some families simply couldn’t afford to raise their kids. A social welfare system organized by the state and federal governments began to take shape. Today’s Department for Children and Families (DCF) began soon after World War II as the Department for Social Welfare. Its dominant mission was to provide economic aid to poor families. Secondary to that was its child-protection division for neglected and abused kids. Our sense of human decency continued to evolve into the late 1960s and early ’70s, when the government began to confront juvenile delinquency and sexual abuse within the home. Around this time, Social and Rehabilitative Services (SRS) was formed as a separate agency to deal with child abuse and neglect, and was later absorbed by DCF. In addition, the foster-care system developed, putting Vermont’s last orphanage — St. Joseph’s in Burlington — out of commission in 1974. Today, the state addresses the problem of orphans in two ways: by helping families stay together, and by matching orphaned children with relatives or foster parents. DCF’s economic-services division helps keep impoverished families intact through the Reach Up program, which provides housing vouchers, cash grants for expenses related to child rearing, Medicaid for children, food stamps, fuel assistance, free school breakfasts and lunches, and even the use of a car for job hunting. The family-services division of DCF handles abused and neglected children, kids who are beyond the control of their parents, juvenile delinquents, and kids with no parents at all. This is the fostercare system. In placing these minors, the state follows a hierarchy of possible
guardians: First it looks for relatives; then it searches the child’s immediate community. When those options fail, the state turns to “stranger foster families,” men and women who undergo training and licensing as foster parents and make themselves available as the need arises. “When you come into our system as a foster parent,” Dexter says, “we’re going to talk to you about permanency planning and how kids grow best when families are in control of their day-to-day life and activities, not when the state is in control.” Some foster parents sign up for only short-term care of teenage girls or boys; others are hoping to become full-fledged parents for a lifetime. DCF’s job is to find the foster family that best suits the age, gender, race and personality of the child in need. “We call them up, and we say, ‘Do you have room for a 10-year-old?’” Dexter explains. The state, with the help of the federal government, provides Medicaid to these kids and a stipend to foster parents, reimbursing the costs of clothing, food and other expenses. Vermont has between 1000 and 1200 foster kids at any given time, and last year DCF completed the adoptions of 153 children. Things get busier in economic downturns, when a lost job combined with a pregnancy can push more families to make adoption plans for the new child. According to Dexter — herself the mother of two adopted children — the good news is that Vermont’s foster-care system is better than it has ever been. “But, as good as this system is,” she says, “it’s no match for loving parents who care solely for you.” Outraged, or merely curious, about something? Send your burning question to wtf@sevendaysvt.com.
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to Canada to teach at McMaster University, he tried again in 1974 at an Ontario ICU. He connected EEG leads to a dome of Jell-O, picking lime because he “thought it would be more photogenic.” This trial made waves — initially on the EEG machine and later in the media, with a write-up in the New York Times in 1976. Neurologists have long known the importance of identifying misleading EEG fluctuations called artifacts. Potentially confounding electrical signals from the beating heart and involuntary muscle twitches are commonly measured and subtracted from the EEG. In addition, doctors sometimes use a “dummy patient” to detect extraneous electrical signals in the room. The dummy can be as simple as a 10,000-ohm resistor hooked up to the testing apparatus to simulate an inert (i.e., dead) body. Jell-O functions the same way — it just happens to be a type of resistor you can eat. With a bowlful connected to the leads, a sensitive EEG machine’s circuits may pick up spurious signals from sources such as respirators, IV drips, even ringing telephones. The obvious implication: A brain seemingly
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with eyes closed, and in some kinds of sleep and reversible coma. True, the Jell-O waves are a little slower and of much lower amplitude, barely within normal human limits, but that doesn’t tell you much by itself. Hypoxia, encephalitis and other medical conditions can cause reduced frequency and amplitude, as can drug use. Perhaps surprisingly, a third of neurologists believe a nonflat EEG, corrected for artifacts, can be consistent with brain death. In most U.S. states, a finding of brain death requires irreversible loss of function of the whole brain (and random firing of neurons isn’t proof that the brain is functional). In the UK, death of the brain stem
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es. The point of the research, however, wasn’t to suggest Jell-O was alive but rather that some apparently living folks may be dead. You can see where this is something you’d want to get cleared up. The Jell-O brainwave researcher was neurologist Adrian Upton, who conducted pioneering work on the electroencephalography of gelatin desserts starting in the 1960s. Upton wasn’t trying to be a wise guy — he wanted to make a serious point about brain death, which became a matter of critical importance once life-support equipment made it possible to keep a body functioning even though its owner had checked out. Normally brain death is signaled by the loss of certain brain-stem reflexes, such as pupil contraction in response to light, with flatline EEG readings as confirmation. Upton’s Jell-O stunt showed that obtaining a flat EEG in a hospital setting was tougher than you’d think. An initial demonstration by Upton in Britain in 1969 attracted little notice. After moving
generating such signals may, in fact, be deceased. Distinguishing between faint but genuine signals and noise isn’t easy. In a 1990 study, neurologists were asked to analyze a set of human EEG readouts, then were shown the same readouts again a few weeks later; 13 percent of the time, the doctors disagreed with their own previous opinions. A flatline EEG, also known as electrocortical silence, is usually defined as amplitude under 2 microvolts. Upton’s Jell-O displayed amplitudes several times higher. That doesn’t mean EEGs are worthless as a brain-death indicator; it just means they have to be considered together with other signs. Some types of overdose, coma and paralysis can temporarily disrupt brain-stem reflexes and mimic brain death. In some such cases, EEGs can help demonstrate that the person is still alive. In one study of 89 patients who were judged braindead based on reflex loss, eight had nonflat EEGs, and five of these recovered. Conversely, a flat EEG isn’t an absolutely sure sign of brain death. A temporarily flat reading can follow hypothermia or barbiturate overdose. That’s scant hope, though. Two studies from around 1970 showed that more than 99 percent of patients with flat readings were soon indisputably dead. Sometimes it’s claimed Jell-O brainwaves are identical to those of a healthy adult. That’s clearly a stretch, but the Jell-O EEG readings do look pretty similar to a normal human alpha rhythm. Alpha waves are observed when a patient is awake and resting
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f Little House on the Prairie is to be believed, there was once a time when children were supposed to be seen and not heard; to speak only when spoken to. And Laura Ingalls did her chores without expecting any financial reward. But drop in on a young family today, and you’re likely to witness something like an operatic cage match: kids whining for a snack, crying about some grievance and evading their parents’ requests. Mom and Dad, meanwhile, are wrangling their kids with bribes, punishing them with time-outs and lambasting them with lectures. When Vicki Hoefle, 52, was pregnant with her first child about 21 years ago, she imagined these dueling tableaux and couldn’t see herself as a coolly collected June Cleaver type. Yet she didn’t want to spend 18 years yelling at her kids and devising ever more complicated incentives and punishments to keep them in line. Instead, she found a set of parenting guidelines based on a psychological framework she could believe in. Then she taught it to about 60,000 other parents. Now, Hoefle has developed a home-study program called Parenting On Track that’s getting glowing reviews from parents and psychologists alike. In 1989, Hoefle saw motherhood as a job she had asked for, but one for which she had no practical experience. “In no other job are you expected to show up and wing it,” she says, curled up on the couch in her home in East Middlebury. Hoefle has shiny gray hair, younglooking skin and, when she’s in front of an audience, a dramatic persona. The rest of the time, she says, she’s frightfully shy. Back then, like countless parents concerned with how to handle their children’s frustrating behavior, Hoefle turned to books. Most of them hashed out discipline strategies. But as she read them, she realized these approaches were all wrong. The problem was that the books treated kids like savages who needed a paternalistic form of tough love. Hoefle thought of children as friends with different opinions and desires. “You don’t read books on how to discipline your friends when they do things you don’t like,” she notes. What you do with friends, she points out, is
build a relationship with them through hard work and empathy. Hoefle wondered if anyone had applied this philosophy to raising children. She found its embodiment in the writings of Alfred Adler, a psychologist from Vienna who came of age with Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung. Adler, who founded the school of individual
others as you would have them do unto you.” Essentially, Adler’s approach is about fostering a healthy relationship between parents and kids so that kids become thinking, feeling adults. Hoefle liked the sound of that, so she put the principles to work in her growing family. A few years later, Hoefle opened a day
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care in her home in Seattle. On Mondays, the children would arrive with a great gnashing of teeth, throwing tantrums when their parents tried to say goodbye. But by the end of the week, the kids would come to Hoefle’s home, hug their parents and cheerfully put away their lunch boxes. The weekend passed, and the cycle began again. Hoefle drew the conclusion that her approach at the day care was very different from what the kids experienced at home: She wasn’t
doing everything for them and obsessing about their every move. Hoefle told the parents that these cycles were driving her crazy. “The kids are very confused,” she recalls saying to them. Then she developed a six-week parenting class and encouraged the parents to take it. It turned out the parents were as confused as the kids. “Why are they cleaning up their plates at your house, but they never do that at my house?” they asked Hoefle. “This is how it works here,” she responded. “You never do for a child what a child can do for herself.” Soon 60 more families had signed up for the class. “Something magical was happening,” Hoefle recalls. In 1997, Hoefle moved to Ludlow, Vt., hoping to get away from the parenting classes and just be a mom. But before long, other parents in town noticed that Hoefle had a special relationship with her five children — they were cooperative and helpful — and they wanted to know how she did it. In exchange for a vow of secrecy and $30 apiece, she gave them the six-week class. Promptly, Hoefle says, “They told everyone they knew.” Enticed by the extra money the classes could bring in, she started teaching again. Within two years, Hoefle founded Shared Ventures, based in Rutland, and taught four nights per week at elementary schools all over Vermont. The schools found money in their budgets or wrote grants to bring Hoefle in, and the thousands of parents who took the course didn’t pay a dime. Two years ago, Hoefle considered retiring and moving to Arizona. To her surprise, she says, parents in Vermont were outraged — she hadn’t written her program down, and there was no way to keep it going without her. The solution was Parenting On Track, a business Hoefle started with Jennifer Nault of Lincoln. Over a weekend, Hoefle presented her class to 40 real parents in Burlington and had it professionally filmed. The result is a homestudy program consisting of four DVDs, four audio CDs and a 100-page resource book, priced at $349. Some local parents still get the live version, since, in the end, Hoefle
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at the University of Vermont, listened to the free one-hour audio session available on the Parenting On Track website, she was impressed. Crockenberg specializes in developmental psychology and how parental behavior affects children. “What I most agree with, and what there’s the most support for,” she says, “is [Hoefle’s] whole emphasis on selfdiscipline as being the goal.” The model that Hoefle advocates, which Crockenberg also recommends, is called “relationship-based parenting,” in which parents and their children function as mutually respectful partners. This doesn’t mean parents and kids are social equals, but that parents must balance their own wishes with
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those of their children. For example, Crockenberg describes a parent who wants her 3-year-old to pick up her toys. “You don’t say, ‘I want you to do it now, and it doesn’t matter what you’ve been doing.’” Instead, she suggests, give the child a few minutes’ warning, and then make the task manageable by breaking it down into steps. Hoefle also warns against using threats on children, and Crockenberg agrees that this is one of the most common parental pitfalls. The problem with a threat is that it sparks a conflict, and the dispute is no longer about the original request but about who’s in control. “This is one of the best-replicated findings in psychology,” Crockenberg says. The better option is to instill a sense of “committed compliance,” in which children have their own motivation to follow through. Studies have shown that children with committed compliance are better able to resist temptation and are more likely to obey rules when someone’s not looking over their shoulder. In Hoefle, Crockenberg sees someone who understands child psychology and can communicate it without using academic jargon. And building bridges — between “experts” and parents; between parents and kids — is what Parenting On Track is all about. Hoefle remembers the epiphany she had when she realized, back in the day-care years, that she could help parents. “All of a sudden,” she says, “I was creating a way to bridge the gap between what I was doing with their children and what they could do.” m
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decided to stay in Vermont. She periodically teaches half-day classes in the Burlington area, does a weekly webcast on MomTV and coaches some parents on the side. Sally and Jeremy Gulley of Waitsfield took the class when it was still free. Their daughter, Anda, was 3 at the time. Sally learned that, by putting Anda in her pajamas at night and brushing her teeth for her, “I was sending a message that I didn’t think she was capable of doing those things for herself,” she says. The night after that first class, Sally let Anda put her own pajamas on. “She was thrilled,” Sally recalls, “and bedtime became a lot easier.” In the four years since then, Anda has learned many new skills, Sally reports, adding, “I’m always surprised at the solutions she comes up with to different problems.” Jamaica and Andy Jenkins of South Burlington, parents of three boys between the ages of 4 and 11, noticed similar results in their household after going through the program two years ago. Their kids, Jamaica says, “are definitely on the rowdy end of the spectrum,” and although they hadn’t been seeking a parenting program, the Jenkinses are glad to have found Hoefle’s. Jamaica’s favorite tactic is “do nothing, say nothing,” which she uses when her 4-yearold wants to engage her in an argument. “I don’t take the bait,” she says. “I bring up another topic or walk away, and it helps me avoid the dumb stuff that is exhausting.” What do parenting professionals think of the method? When Susan Crockenberg, a professor of psychology
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include cleft lip and palate, fetal alcohol syndrome, tuberculosis, hepatitis B and C, missing digits and extremities, and kidney problems. Because one of their biological daughters had a heart defect, the couple figured they could reasonably care for a child with a similar ailment, and checked the corresponding box. It took just seven months for the Winchesters to get a referral. In 2005, Leanne joined their family from an orphanage in Yunnan Province in southwestern China. Though Leanne’s heart problem turned out to be minor, surgery may still be in her future, and she wears a brace for her infantile scoliosis. The Winchesters are a family that’s all about kids. Mark, a fifth-grade teacher, and Jacci, a software engineer, believe in “the
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cial attention and one-on-one care regardless of their physical state. Adopting a child with special needs isn’t for everyone. It takes a special kind of person or family to take on a child with full knowledge of their serious problems and love them just the same, Davis says. She looks for prospective parents who are flexible, mature and selfless, and have a sense of humor and parenting experience, especially if they’re adopting an older child. Because adoptive parents are often already dealing with intercultural or interracial questions, the ability to juggle multiple issues is a must. When the Winchesters decided to adopt, they entertained the domestic foster-to-adopt route, but after a trial period with a foster child, they decided against it. The child behaved threateningly toward the couple’s other two children, and Jacci Winchester says she couldn’t take the risk. Plus, she was concerned about potential contact with a foster child’s biological parents. China, which has an extensive specialneeds adoption program, seemed to fit what the Winchesters were looking for. Early in the process, prospective parents are given a list of issues and asked to check which ones they would feel comfortable handling. The most common
more the merrier.” “Some people have that in their heads — that two kids are enough. I don’t have that,” Jacci Winchester says. “I would keep going if I could.” Unlike the Winchesters, Dina Wolkoff and her husband, Tal Birdsey, never intended to adopt a child with special needs. When the Ripton couple decided to adopt five years ago, they considered that option, but fear of the unknown made it too hard to say yes. What they did know was that they wanted a child from China. Both had lived and worked there years ago and had a special attachment to the country. “The child wouldn’t be foreign to me,” says Wolkoff, who speaks fluent Mandarin. After waiting years for a healthy Chinese girl, Wolkoff, an advancement officer at Middlebury College, and Birdsey, the headmaster of independent North Branch School, had a change of heart. They began to think seriously about which special needs they might be able to handle. “Our hearts opened and our minds opened,” Wolkoff says. Like many parents who adopt children with health issues, Wolkoff felt comfortable taking on a problem that was fixable, such as a cleft lip and palate. In China, most orphans don’t have access to surgical solutions to these conditions, but here in the U.S. they are common and can generally be repaired. Wolkoff says the family knew its limits. In March, the couple flew to Gansu Province in northwest China to pick up then 20-month-old Dalia. Waiting in the U.S. consulate to get Dalia’s paperwork,
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her twin charges are now tweens. “We couldn’t have done the twin thing without her,” Lillibridge acknowledges. “Traditions were established with her that will keep going a long time.” Whether or not a parent of twins has the resources or inclination to pay for childcare, additional help must come from somewhere, period. Our girls’ pediatrician, Dr. John Long, observes that, by necessity, fathers are generally more involved in twin parenting than in singleton parenting. And, he points out, a high degree of parental involvement correlates with well-functioning families. Moreover, Long says, family members tend to take a shared interest in the unique interactions of twins.
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the house. “I’ve probably produced more because of having the need to find time for myself,” she says. She calls the move both “self-preservation” and “a really good model for my daughters. I don’t think just logging the time [with them] naturally makes that a better model,” says Lillibridge. “I want to foster a lot of other relationships that make them feel safe. I don’t want to be everything to them.” Govoni takes a similarly holistic view of parenting. When he and Lillibridge are strict, he says, “It’s not because it’s good for the kids but because it’s good for the family.” Their approach seems to be working. It has allowed Govoni to protect what he identifies as the most important bond in the equation: his connection to his wife. Being
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the parents of twins “could’ve pushed Lisa and me apart,” he says, “but it has brought us closer together, because no one knows what we’ve been through but each other.” I suppose all parents, not just the parents of twins, subscribe to the uniqueness of their experience. Still, I’ll venture that couples expecting twins ponder one question more deeply: Are we going to be able to do this? This question kept me up at night — even before my daughters started doing so. Anticipating their arrival was like bracing for an alien invasion. We knew they were coming. We’d seen their spectral images, heard their sonic pulsations in the murky beyond. We just weren’t sure what they’d demand from us. As it turns out, they demand much, in great variety, in patterns that scramble as soon as we’ve figured them out. I remind myself often — say, when I’m changing one of the several thousand diapers our girls will go through in their first year — that we invited them here. Attending to them can be trying. But even the most fatigued parents of twins confirm what Laura and I anticipated from the day we learned we were going to join their ranks: that raising twins produces incalculable rewards. Not double rewards. Exponential. m
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For starters, Osmond and wife Marina Ecklund did not dress their daughters in matching outfits. In preschool, they put the girls in separate classes. “We know that to be very helpful,” Osmond says. He credits this strategy with helping their girls, now 6, cultivate their own identities. Maybe this way they don’t get sick of each other — because, he adds, “they almost never fight.” Respecting twins’ differences is one thing, but giving them individual attention remains a challenge. “It’s much harder to find time individually with them,” Novak says, “than it is to separate my [older] son from them.” He, Govoni and Osmond all mention deliberate parenting measures they and their partners take to single out their children for oneon-one time. Still, structure seems to be key to keeping twins in line — and enabling parents to survive. Govoni and Lillibridge employ parenting strategies that draw on some old-school moves: They teach the kids the meaning of “no,” maintain sacrosanct bedtime rituals and keep in mind that “if everyone’s alive at the end of the day, it’s a successful day,” as Lillibridge wryly comments. An important goal is meeting the children’s needs without sacrificing the parents’. The birth of Lillibridge’s twins inspired her to find an art studio outside
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majority of listings are short day trips or overnighters in the 802 area code. Nearly all include a map, directions and links for more information. Most of Find&GoSeek’s listings of businesses, places or events are there for free; if Dana discovers it and thinks it’s “family friendly,” she’ll add it to the site within 48 hours. The Freemans do sell advertisements and “enhanced” listings similar to those found at the top of
her BlackBerry. She’s reminding herself to do additional research on some obscure festival or indoor aquatic center she has never heard of till now but wants to introduce to the entire world. She won’t put a number on how many hours she puts in each week. “I work a lot,” she admits, with an embarrassed smile. For his part, Andy is the tech guy for the website, making sure it’s working and search-engine optimized. Although he still has a job with Unicast, a New York City-based media company, as well as his own consulting firm for local clients, Andy commits a portion of his work week to site development, advertising and promotions. Dana and Andy, both 42, have the wholesome, outdoorsy good looks of athletic parents. Dana is tall, slim and tanned, and has a warm, engaging smile; Andy is shorter, with boyish but rugged features. On the day we meet, he’s sporting a two-day beard. All four Freemans are active skiers or snowboarders in the winter, and into sailing and other water sports in the summer. It’s not surprising to learn that the kids are no couch potatoes. Flynn, 11, likes rock climbing as well as competitive sports, such as baseball, football and lacrosse. Callahan, 8, is an artsy animal lover and less competitive than her older brother, according to her mother. Though the children have different interests and tastes, Dana says they’re always up for trying something new. “If you talk to our kids, they say they’ve been to almost everything” there is to do in Vermont, she goes on. “We quite often hear, ‘Are we going to that for Find&GoSeek, or are we going to that just to go to it?’” Andy insists their kids are actually the business’ most valuable asset: They not only test-drive most of the activities, they evaluate them. “We don’t have to MATTHEW THORSEN
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ana Freeman is a compulsive the site has become a must-use resource fun seeker. As cofounder with for locals and out-of-towners looking for her husband, Andy Freeman, weekend events, after-school programs, of a Vermont family activities festivals, parades and other kid-centric website called Find&GoSeek, she spends activities. nearly every waking hour tracking down “You’d be surprised how many things new, exciting and unusual things for par- there are to do around here,” says Dana. ents and children to do together. That “Who knew Vermont had so many wonis, when she’s not with her own family derful things to do with families?” testing out a newly discovered sledInitially, the Freemans wanted ding hill, swimming hole, dance class, Find&GoSeek to include only events, summer-camp — in short, any activity within an easy drive of their Williston home that gets kids off the couch and away from video games. Find&GoSeek’s origin is, in Dana’s words, a “born-of-frustration story.” In February 2006, Andy came home from a business trip to find his wife seated at a dining room table littered with newspapers, calendars and summer-camp brochures. Dana, a self-described “type A, spread-sheet-organized, colorcoded-planner type of person,” was trying to find summer camps for their kids. It was an exhausting, time-consuming process, especially in the dead of winter. The Freemans, who both spent years in the computer Andy, Flynn, Dana & Callahan Freeman industry before moving to Vermont from Austin, Texas, in 2000, were surprised to discover no one had ever created a web- businesses and services within a 30-mile site that lists and rates summer camps. radius of Burlington. As time went on, Recognizing an unfilled niche — and however, they realized that many parnot wanting all their research and social ents, like themselves, will drive two or networking to go to waste — Dana and three hours to do something truly speAndy conceived the idea of a one-stop cial with the family. So, they expanded web resource where parents could find Find&GoSeek’s range to encompass family-friendly activities in the greater opportunities several hours away, such Champlain Valley. as museums in Montréal, children’s Eighteen months later, Find&GoSeek shows at New Hampshire’s Lebanon was born. The site, which bills itself as Opera House and summer camps in the “Vermont’s insider guide to kid-friendly Adirondacks. fun,” has exploded in terms of users and The Find&GoSeek database incontent. Find&GoSeek now lists ac- cludes a few listings even farther from tivities in 27 primary categories and 450 Vermont — like, across the Atlantic. One subcategories of interest, for everyone is the 15th Annual Father and Son Golf from tots to teens, ranging from amuse- Tournament in Doonbeg County Clare, ment parks to zoos. With more than Ireland, which Andy once attended with 4500 individual listings in its database, Dana’s father. But the overwhelming
search-engine results. However, they only include one display ad per page, to keep it from getting too visually chaotic. Since the site went live in 2008, Find&GoSeek has expanded its offerings to include other child-related services, such as preschools, special-needs programs, dentists, pediatricians, lactation consultants and birth doulas. Andy admits, “I didn’t even know what a doula was before we started this.” One popular feature on Find&GoSeek is “Miss Magpie Pick,” a regularly updated spotlight on a new business or must-attend event. Named “after a chatty little bird,” Miss Magpie is actually Dana’s online avatar. Like a bird herself, Dana is constantly moving, shooting pictures and sending herself emails via
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21 Farr Rd Richmond 434-3891 ask for their feedback anymore,” he says. 1000 businesses and organizations have “They just give it to us.” a Find&GoSeek link on their website, So do the site users. Find&GoSeek including the Vermont secretary of has a user-generated component that state and Coldwell Banker Hickok & adds to its hyperlocal appeal: It features Boardman Realty, which directs its cliupward of 1500 ratings and reviews ents with kids there. Find&GoSeek has written by other parents, babysitters also been featured on family travel weband caregivers who’ve tried the activi- sites, such as CiaoBambino.com, and in ties themselves and feel compelled to major newspapers. weigh in. Part of Find&GoSeek’s appeal is its A typical review includes an assess- consistency, says Elaine Young, assisment of an activity’s pros and cons: Does tant dean of the division of business at a restaurant offer diaper-changing tables Champlain College. Young, an expert and children’s menus? Is a museum ac- in e-business marketing, says the site is cessible to strollers? Is parking gratis colorful and attractive, with good brandand hassle free? Should parents pack ing, user friendliness and simplicity. snacks or lunches for a day hike? “But what they really have is good While some reviews are sharply content,” says Young, herself the parent critical, the Freemans say they always of a 13-year-old girl. “Because Dana try to be fair in their own evaluations has kids, she’s seen as a knowledge— without omitting negatives. That able person because she explores these holds true for both free and enhanced things herself. That has real power.” listings. “I have to be honest,” Dana inYoung’s senior marketing class at sists. “We’re not living in Shangri-la or Champlain College helped the Freemans some Pollyanna town that people won’t do preliminary marketing research believe exists.” before launching the site. Find&GoSeek also Young says the design includes kid-friendly of Find&GoSeek hasn’t restaurants and eaterchanged much since, and ies — because, Dana bethat’s a good thing. lieves, people shouldn’t “In this day and age, have to compromise on people are busy, and they the taste or quality of want familiarity,” she meals simply because says. “So, if you keep the they have children. design clean and simple, “What bugs me the [users] can come in, DAN A FrE E mAN get what they want and most is when families think they’re pigeonmove on.” holed into having to eat at Appleby’s or Businesses with free listings on Friendly’s — not that there’s anything Find&GoSeek recognize the site’s power wrong with those places,” she says. to drive customers their way. Tricia “We’ve been taking our kids to L’Amante Becker is owner of Cookiedoodlez of [in Burlington] and Café Shelburne Milton, a business that provides customsince they were born, and we will never made decorated sugar cookies for chilstop. We enjoy good food, and so do our dren’s parties. About a year and a half kids.” ago, a friend who uses Find&GoSeek While Dana and Andy don’t review suggested Becker connect with Dana. the food, they go the extra mile to high- Within a week, Cookiedoodlez had four light restaurants with amenities parents or five bookings for children’s parties. seek out: large booths, dedicated play Find&GoSeek itself, however, has yet spaces, game rooms. Many Vermont es- to turn a profit. It’s a labor of love the tablishments that don’t have children’s Freemans say they’re willing to nurture menus or actively promote themselves patiently, expecting the site will eventuas kid-friendly eateries are still well- ally pay off. They’ve already talked with suited to families with children, Andy prospective clients interested in launchpoints out. ing a Find&GoSeek site in other cities It appears that thousands of par- and states. ents, in Vermont and elsewhere, have Even if the site never makes a dime, grown to trust Find&GoSeek. The site Dana likely will keep at it, knowing receives more than 13,000 visitors each what a resource it is for local families — month, with about a third coming from including her own. “I love my job, and outside the state. Andy emphasizes I love what I do,” she says. “We’re with that the latter aren’t just tourists and our kids doing kids’ stuff all the time. It’s travelers visiting family here. Nearly a match made in heaven.” m
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their babies were more open to drinking it when it was given to them later. When you’re introducing solid foods to your infant, offer a range of different vegetables and fruits. I made my own baby food for [my son] Julian, who’s now 2, which allowed me to offer him puréed beets and parsnips from our CSA share — stuff that wasn’t available in commercially prepared jars. But there’s never a time that’s too late to help your child cultivate a taste for healthy foods … Keep trying and keep mixing things up. While I don’t recommend offering vegetables only in disguised form, I do recommend making sure that your kid gets some veggies this way: Finely chop (a mini food processor works great) cooked vegetables and put them into quesadillas, omelets, even pastas. At restaurants, the kids’ meals are usually the least healthful things on the menu. Share part of your meal instead — restaurant meals are usually too big for most adults, anyway — some chicken from your salad, black beans, etc. I love Mexican restaurants for kids. If a kid keeps refusing meals, take a look at what he or she is getting in snacks. Too much juice, snack crackers, even milk can crowd out the healthful foods you’re trying to feed him or her at meals.
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director, UVM Center for Sustainable Agriculture, and nutrition specialist, UVM Department of Nutrition and Food Sciences If you look at the research and health behavior change theory, it’s about modeling; kids look to their parents. If your children are not seeing you eat certain things, it matters. Vermonters have an advantage because we have a culture here today that is favoring exposure to CSAs and farmers markets and gardening. People have happy, fun attitudes about it; it’s not just, “You must eat your vegetables!” And when kids are in the garden picking the green bean off the vine or at the farmers market, it builds their self-efficacy, or locus of control. Positive reinforcement matters. Don’t make food a battleground. Our emphasis on wanting kids to eat healthfully has, in some cases, backfired. We want to keep people focused on the positives; it tastes good, and it’s good for the environment.
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education coordinator of Northeast Organic Farming Association of Vermont and director of VT FEED If the child has some form of interaction — has been introduced to it, helped prepare
it, etc., or if there has been any interaction with the farmer — the food has value. And the value could be “I know that food; I’ve experienced it before in a different way, so I trust it,” or “I know that food because it’s from the farm I visited.” Parents can bring that involvement with food. They can go to the vegetable department of a grocery store and ask the produce stocker, “When did you get this? Where did it come from?” Involve the child in the cutting up and the making of the food. Cutting up the green pepper, sampling it, putting it on a tray with other vegetables. If they already eat carrots and celery, put one more vegetable on the tray with the carrots and celery. Develop a culture in the house: “We are a family that tries new foods.”
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the experiences of other daughters of mean mothers, Streep paints a picture of multigenerational maternal dysfunc12v-sngdesign060910.indd 1 6/4/10 12:58:48 PM tion. At the book’s core is the notion that a mother’s ability to love her child is crucial to the child’s development. The myth that all maternal love is instinctual and unconditional only deepens the pain an unloved daughter feels. “Most of us have discovered, one way or another, that love among humans is sometimes unreliable,” Streep says. “We like to believe that there is one kind of love that isn’t. We like to think of mothering as being exempt from all that, but of course it isn’t.” Hallmark cards and People magazine covers would have us believe that mother love comes naturally; that an unbreakable bond is forged the moment a woman lays eyes on her newborn baby. But Streep argues that love is a learned behavior. In the book, she writes that she was all of 4 years old when she realized her mother didn’t love her. Register to be a Vermont “I knew it first by the way she stiffened Emergency Response when I tried to sit in her lap or touch her Volunteer Today! arm and how she turned her face away when I kissed her,” she writes. No one comes together in a time of As Streep puts it, a daughter catches need like Vermonters. Whether pitching the first glimpse of herself in the mirror in to dig out elderly neighbors following that is her mother’s eyes. (The cona snowstorm, setting up a local clinic nection isn’t quite so intense for boys, or mobilizing to send emergency crews because they are taught early on that and supplies around the country for their gender separates them from their disaster assistance, Vermonters know mother.) When a daughter sees love reeach of us can make a critical difference. flected there, she grows up with a strong sense of self, believing she is worthy of love. If she doesn’t find it, she may never establish a sense of self-worth. It wasn’t easy getting women to speak honestly about their mothers on the record, Streep says. With the exception of herself, only one woman in the book agreed to let Streep use her real name. “I had a lot of women who were talked out of it by siblings, or decided they would SEVENDAYSVT.COM
hen author Peg Streep discovered she was pregnant with her daughter, she went against everyone’s advice — that of her friends, relatives and therapist — and cut off contact, once and for all, with her mother. The relationship was just too toxic. “It didn’t occur to me until years later that never once did my mother initiate a reconciliation, and I now understand why,” she writes in her recent book, Mean Mothers: Overcoming the Legacy of Hurt. “She was relieved by my absence. From her point of view, I was the mirror that reflected her greatest fear and failure: her own unloving nature as my mother. Keeping that secret was, I believe, more important to her than I was.” Streep, now 61 and living in Burlington, is both the daughter of a “mean mother” and the devoted mother of an adult daughter. Her journey from one role to the other was the inspiration for her book, her exploration of motherdaughter relationships in which the mother is incapable of loving her child. In a recent interview, when I tell her I’m enjoying her book, Streep is surprised. “You’re the first person who’s used the word ‘enjoy,’” she says. Since the book was published last fall, Streep explains, people who struggle with unloving mothers have been tracking her down to tell her how grateful they are that she tackled the taboo subject, but the word that comes up most frequently is pain. “Their reactions to [the book] are so incredibly painful,” Streep says. So, maybe enjoyment isn’t entirely appropriate. But the book is certainly a fascinating read, even for those of us whose mothers weren’t so bad. When it was
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of therapy before they fully understood they had done nothing as children that made them inherently unlovable. They learned they could essentially rewire their brains. “By [the time I had my daughter], I knew myself well enough to know that I wasn’t my mother, and I wasn’t the person my mother thought I was,” Streep says. “But it took a really long time.” Her heightened awareness of where her mother went wrong, she says, has guided her in raising her daughter. “I call it the negative compass,” she says. “Everything my mother did not give me, my daughter got. Needless to say, these unloved daughters who become mothers are highly invested in succeeding in raising their children.” Even for those who have been well loved, mothering is a tough job. “It’s not for the faint of heart,” Streep says. “There isn’t a mother out there who hasn’t at one moment or another thought, Can I just get a small vacay from this mothering thing? But we don’t let people be ambivalent about mothering.” When Streep was wrapping up the book, she recalls, her daughter, home from college, asked her, “If you could speak to your mother one more time, what would you say to her now?” The question took Streep aback. She has never regretted cutting off contact with her mother, she says, and she no longer needed to ask the question she had obsessed over throughout childhood: “Why don’t you love me?” “If I could speak to my mother one more time, I’d say this,” she writes. “You didn’t mean to, but you made me stronger and more aware than I might otherwise have been.” In person, Streep backs off a little from that statement. “You don’t really 100 percent heal from this experience,” she says. “There is a hole, because there’s something you needed and didn’t get. But at the same time, like every lousy experience, there is a positive that can be drawn from it. It sounds very Pollyannaish, but it’s true.” m
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just look too bad talking about their mothers this way,” the author says. Streep experienced considerable criticism herself after she dove into the project. “Why would you want to dig all that up now?” her hair colorist asked when she heard what Streep was writing about, then said of Streep’s mother: “She must have done something right, because you turned out OK, didn’t you?” A guest at a dinner party regarded Streep with disdain, she writes in the book. “I don’t think it’s fair to talk about those things,” the person said. “My mother did what she could.” When the book was published, Streep expected responses to it to be similarly scolding — such as the reaction she’s used to getting when new doctors ask for her medical history; she has to tell them it’s incomplete because she hasn’t talked to her mother in 15 years. Instead, Streep says, she’s been overwhelmed by the number of women who have contacted her to air their own stories, experiences they’ve hidden for years so as not to disrespect their mothers. “There are Peg Streep always going to be mothers who are not up to the job,” Streep says. “Do I think some of it is generational? Yes. Choosing not to have a child is no longer an unthinkable thing.” In fact, all through her twenties and thirties, Streep was resolved not to have a child. She made this decision for many reasons, she says, but her experience with her mother was high on the list. “Science pretty much held that you were going to end up repeating the behaviors of your mother,” she says. “As counterintuitive as it is, women often go out in their lives and replicate that relationship. It may not be healthy, but it feels familiar.” But scientists now believe the cycle can be broken, and therapists say “divorcing” one’s parents can be necessary. The key is therapy, Streep says. All but one of the women she interviewed, herself included, went through years
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So, why take the SpongeBob set out to eat in the first place? For one thing, they’ll never learn proper manners if they don’t practice. “It’s a training program,” says Mirabelles coowner Alison Lane, who has two young boys. “They have to say ‘please’ and ‘thank you’ and learn how to order.” D’Arabian sets her little ones up for success by having a family huddle before they head out. “We let them know they’re going to an adult restaurant, that it’s a special occasion, and they have to act like young ladies,” she says. “I believe everybody has to know what the rules are before they can be expected to follow them.” UVM psychology professor Rex Forehand, author of a book called Parenting the Strong-Willed Child, says parents who take their children out to eat — or to the movies or the grocery store — must stay “child focused.” “It really requires a conscious decision,” he says. The youngster, not the cabernet or the perfectly seared sea scallop on your plate, is where your attention should be. “If parents are willing to spend the time and effort to work with their children in fine restaurants,” says Forehand, “then it’s perfectly acceptable.” LISTEN IN ON LOCAL FOODIES...
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To lessen the impact on other eaters, most parents quickly learn that early dinners are a boon. The d’Arabian family sometimes eats as early as 4:30 p.m. to beat the dinner rush and the date-night crowd. When parents become aware that their kids are an anomaly in a roomful of gourmands, Lane says, things can get stressful and rushed. “You’re worried about all the other people, and you’re downing your wine like it’s shots,” she jokes.
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Establishments that are naturally bustling and noisy — think American Flatbread and the new Farmhouse Tap & Grill in Burlington — can be great places to introduce kids to public dining and a variety of new foods without making a scene. A spot that pairs a dining room with a more casual tavern, such as The Bearded Frog in Shelburne, can be a good choice, too. Want to know if a restaurant welcomes children? Call ahead and ask — you may be surprised. At Burlington’s L’Amante, one of the city’s finest eateries, children are accommodated with high chairs and smaller portions of “kids’ pasta” for $7. More adventurous eaters may share their parents’ entrées or order an appetizer-sized portion of penne Bolognese, which co-owner Kathi Cleary likens to pasta with “crushed-up meatballs.” “A lot of our regular customers have gotten engaged here, have gotten married and had children,” Cleary notes. “[Bringing the whole family] has always been fine.” Her view is that the parents are often more stressed out by the scenario than their fellow diners. MEALS FOR MINORS
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Location, price and great condition! Space galore in this 3 bedroom with bonus room downstairs, finished basement & 2-car garage. Enjoy new deck & large fully fenced yard which backs up to woods. $319,000. Directions: Exit 16, north on Route 7, left on Sunderland Woods Road. House on left. Call Monique Bedard (802) 846-9590 MoniqueBedard.Blogspot.com Coldwell Banker hickok & Boardman Realty
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Boats Lightening Class SailBoat She said, “It’s me or the boat.” Flippin’ a coin, damn. All completely refurbished, 2 complete sets of sails, aluminum spars & galvanized trailer. A fast, fun, stable ride for summer enjoyment. $4800. 802-859-0840. Sailboat Pearson 26’ 1974 w/ 3 head sails plus spinnaker. 9.9 hp outboard w/ few miles. Metal cradle at Shelburne Shipyard. $4500. Kate, prcllk@ aol.com, 802-862-1277.
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Westford’s most desirable neighborhoods. This unique three bedroom, 2 full bath home boasts an open floor plan, natural light on .88 acres with 50 acres of common land directly across the street. Enjoy the serene setting in the hot tub or on the spacious deck. A great location and value at $249,000. Call robbi Handy Holmes 802-652-9803 ext. 2128 Century 21 Jack Associates robbihandyholmes@c21jack.com
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Ideal 3 bedroom, 2 bath family home in an inviting neighborhood. Beautiful hardwood upstairs. Master with adjoining 1/2 bath. Large, fenced in backyard. One of the best in the neighborhood! Close to IBM, FAHC, shopping and schools. Priced well below appraisal. $235,900. eric Jarvis C21 Jack associates 802-658-5555 ext.2217 ericjarvis@c21jack.com
Wonderful historical home on 1.58 acres across from the golf course! Many original details still in tact! Large family room with fireplace, 3 season sunroom with deck, mudroom, 2 car garage, private office with separate entrance and new furnace. $495,000 call brian boardman (802) 846-9510 || www.brianboardmanVt.com coldwell banker hickok & boardman Realty
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Contemporary 3 BR home with personality, charm and character! Handsome great room/open kitchen – with skylights and beamed ceiling. Large European style bathroom with soaking tub and shower. Screen porch and 2 decks. Work from home - high speed Internet available! $278,000 The Meehan Group, inc. - a real estate company 802-862-4858 jmeehan@champlainvalleyhomes.com
Never recalled. $8900. 6/7/10meehan-monkton-060910.indd 9:47:132000 AM Buick LeSabre 1 802-595-1393. Nice, Clean Car. Custom single family 2009 Honda Civic by 1997 Mazda 626 LX car. 97K. No accidents. Owner Great buy! Auto., A/C, 28/33 mpg. $4200. LX sedan for sale by leather, 77K, single 482-5727. orig. owner (me). Only owner, southern car, $15,567. Gently cared exceptionally clean, for, like-new condition, Route 15, Hardwick original mats, garage w/ cruise control, auto. kept, clean history, sum802-472-5100 transmission, polished mer/winter tires, asking Honda CBR 929 RR gray. mikemichaels2@ 3842 Dorset Ln., Willston $4199. 863-6403. $4000/OBO yahoo.com. 802-793-9133 14K. Well maintained, 2000 Jeep Cherokee too many xtras to 2009 Subaru Sport list. H_bachelder@ Impreza 2002 VW Jetta 2.0 1 owner. 124K. 4x4, Outback. Price: $17,888. yahoo.com to see or w/ 5-spd. sm-allmetals100709.indd 10/3/09 1 11:19:17 AM ABS. Auto., A/C, power questions! Mileage: 11,000. $3000. 176K highway W/L/M, 4.0 6-cyl. Runs Transmission: Auto. w/ miles. Drives every & drives excellently. Sport Shift. Kelley Blue day. Great at 35 or 90. Roof rack. Fog lights, Book value for good New t-belt at 150K. trailer hitch. $3900. condition is $18,570, & brockrutter@ 878-5939. this car is better than yahoo.com. Meet you in good condition. Been Burlington, Waterbury, 2001 Honda Accord through all scheduled 1990 ITASCA SPIRIT RV or Montpelier. Silver LX. 97K, 4-dr., maintenance as recomToyota/Winnebago. ABS, incl. snow tires mended by Subaru. Also $4500/OBO. Ready for 2006 Toyota & xtra rims, new front comes w/ the following camping adventures! Corolla CE brakes ‘09. Current bonuses (over $1000 in Cute, clean, comfort52K. Orig. owner. No inspection. $5699. value): Environmental able! Double pull-out, recalls or mechanical Great shape! Diane/ Protection Package double overhead bed, problems. Summer tires Mattie, 802-655-4530. w/ full warranty that table/booth, stove, on now, comes w/ snow protects the exoven, fridge, microwave, tires used 2 seasons. 2002 Saab 9-3 Turbo terior from rust & shower, toilet, storage. Great shape & mileage! SE interior from dirt; a set 802-355-3116. 802-497-0678. 5-spd., black, 4-dr. of winter/snow tires hatchback w/ 90K, in used for only 1 season; great condition. $6350/ 2007 Toyota all-weather package OBO. Call 802-558-8689 Corolla CE w/ heated front seats, Auto., red, tan interior, & come take a look! heated exterior mirrors CD, A/C, 50K. Efficient, & windshield wiper decomfy, roomy, big icer. violacheung729@ trunk. 30+ mpg ave. gmail.com.
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Charming Chalet in the country on 5 wooded acres. New metal roof, 2 new wood stoves, new hardwood floors & carpet, new insulation. Filled with sunlight, toasty cellar workshop, huge 14 x 16 screened porch, gazebo outdoor fire pit, lush surroundings. $199,900 Call Jessica Bridge 802.233.9817 || re/MaX north Professionals Jessica@realestateVt.com
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For Rent 2-BR Downtown/ waterfront Burlington. Remodeled lg. apt. Quiet location. Lg. kitchen, new appliances, efficient gas heat, near lake, bike path, Church St. W/D. $1375/mo. incl. HW, partial heat expenses. 802-922-8306.
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pay trash removal. Jan, 3-BR Apt. Avail. Aug. 1 16v-melissaallen-Spec.indd 1 343-4631. $1650/mo. + utils., stove, fridge, coin W/D, AFFORDABLE APTS.! rear porch, off-street 1-BR, $850/mo., 2-BR, parking. 863-6940. $966/mo., 3-BR, 3-BR Huntington House Mo.-to-mo. lease, as house will be on market in near future. 2 stories, 1-BA, 2 porches, oil heat, W/D. NS/pets. Refs., credit check, deposit. $1200/mo. + utils. We
$1179/mo. Incl. heat & HW! Fitness center, media room & covered parking! Pets allowed! Income requirements: 1 person less than $31,740/yr.; 2 people combined less than $36,300; 3 people combined less than
$40,800. EHO ADA. 10/9/09 2:02:32 PM Info: Keen’s Crossing, 802-655-1810. BURLINGTON 1-BR APT. $740 On Marble Ave. near waterfront, porch, off-street parking; utils. not incl. Avail. July 1. NS/dogs. Refs., 1 mo. security. leehem@ gmavt.net.
classifieds BURLINGTON APTS. FOR RENT $735-$925/mo. 1-BR & 2-BR apts. avail. Convenient downtown location & unique New North End apt. complex. Assigned parking, professionally managed. 802-658-3053. Burlington Avail. June 1. Bright & spacious upscale 5-BR apt. in Hill Section. Natural woodwork, 2.5-BA, high-end kitchen, quiet safe location, parking, heat, W/D. Please NS/pets. Refs. req. $3500/mo. 802-658-8056.
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Burlington 2-BR & 3-BR apts. Heat/HW incl. Close to downtown, waterfront, all colleges. Full BA, parking, garbage/snow removal incl. $1350-$1400/mo. + dep. Avail. June 1, July 1, Aug. 1 & Sept. 1. 802-863-9612.
Burlington 3-BR Duplex 127 Plattsburg Ave. 1st floor: kitchen, dining, living, 1/2 BA. 2nd floor: BRs, full BA. Finished basement, W/D hookups. Gas heat/ appliances, garage, yard, additional parking. $1295/mo. +. 878-6701.
Burlington 2-BR Condo 1-BA, newly remodeled, cathedral ceilings, carport, new appliances, W/D. Gas heat. Close to UVM, FAHC, shopping, lake, Oakledge Park & bike path. Avail. June 1. $1325/mo. +. 802-8796709 or 802-578-8980.
Burlington 3-BR Duplex Lg., remodeled, S. End 5 Sisters neighborhood. $1450/mo. incl. water, trash, winter parking. Lease, dep., refs. No pets. 802-660-8957.
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LR’s, DR, W/D, porches, mudroom, storage, yard, parking. Walk to lake & downtown. $2200/mo. incl. water & electricity. 802-434-3172, 802-598-5023. Burlington/ Winooski Roommates wanted to share lg., fully furnished house. All utils. incl. W/in 10 min. to all colleges. 2.5-BA, W/D, parking, lg. back deck, on bus line. No pets. Rent individually or w/ friends. $650-$700/ mo. per person + dep. Openings June 1, July 1, Aug. 1, Sept. 1. 802-863-9612. Burlington: All Renovated North Ave.: 2-BR, 2-BA house has been completely updated! New appliances, gorgeous floors, lg. kitchen, office, W/D, garage. NS/ pets. $1550/mo. Now; 1 year+. 802-846-9568, www.hickokandboardman.com. Church St. Marketplace Studio $755/mo. NS/pets. Avail. immed. 802-9228518.
Colchester Duplex 4 rooms, 2-BR, kitchen, DW, full cellar, gas hot air heat, W/D hookups. Close to downtown Burlington, UVM, FAHC & lake. No pets. $950/ mo. + utils. Avail. Jul. 1. 802-951-1785, 802-862-9335. Colchester: On the Water Broadlake Rd.: 3-BR + office, 2.5-BA home, cathedral ceilings, gorgeous kitchen, astonishing views. Aug. 1; 1 year, NS/ pets. $2650/mo. or furnished for $2750/mo. 802-846-9568; www. HickokandBoardman. com. HOMESHARE OPPORTUNITY Richmond area: Active, congenial elderly gentleman w/ memory problems needs nonsmokers to live in separate 1-BR apt., avail. early July. Rent-free in exchange for caregiving Sun. nights-Thurs. nights, 9 p.m.-bedtime, w/ assistance if needed until 5 a.m. Winter maintenance of path, & minimal small-dog care. Option for paid
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caregiving at other times. Must be flexible, patient & dependable, w/ interest & preferably skills in working w/ elders. Pets on approval. If gentleman moves, apt. will become a rental. Beautiful country setting w/ pond, X-C ski trails & garden space. Steep dirt road can be a challenge in winter & spring. 802-434-2821.
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HUNTINGTON 1-BR BROOKSIDE Spacious, winterized, unfurnished, w/ woodstove, Rinnai heat, wood-fired sauna, xtra sleep loft, brook, swimming holes, outdoor electric hot-tub hookup, DSL. Near hike, ski, Long, Catamount trails on Camel’s Hump Rd. Burlington 30+ min. Pet possible. 6-mo./1-yr. lease starts Aug. 1. $1100/mo. + utils. 518-817-7164.
Starksboro NEW 1-BR Apt. Maple cabinets, wood laminate flooring, covered deck, garden, more. $740/mo. incl. HW, trash, lawn care. Sorry, no dogs. Call before 9 p.m. 802-4533273.
S. Burlington: 2-BR Home Davis Pkwy.: Numerous renovations! New master w/ BA. Garage, mint condition. AC, W/D, 1100 sq.ft., tiered deck, fenced yard. Now; 1 year. $1600/mo.
Spacious Burlington 2-BR 875 sq.ft. apt. close to downtown, UVM, FAHC. Quiet bldg. Eat-in kitchen w/ DW, full BA, off-street parking, W/D on site. Recent upgrades. $1100/mo. +. NS/pets. Avail. June 7. Tammy, 355-0888.
Underhill: Private Home Poker Hill Rd.: Recently built. 4-BR, 4-BA, 3200 sq.ft. New England saltbox. Chefs kitchen, jetted tub. July 1; 1 year. $1700/mo. 802-846-9568; www. HickokandBoardman. com. Upper Maple St. 2nd-floor efficiency w/ shared BA. Clean, quiet, bright, parking,
private yard, utils. incl., W/D. NS/pets. Refs. req. Avail. now. 802-6588056. WILLISTON: Log Home Old Creamery Rd.: Utils. incl.! Renovated 3-BR, 2-BA. Soaring ceilings, HDWD throughout, loft. Caretaker in downstairs apt. $1950/mo. Now; 1 year+. 802-846-9568, www.hickokandboardman.com. Williston: Raised Ranch Morgan Pkwy.: Nice 3-BR, 2 -BA house. 1600+ sq.ft., lg. family room, lg. yard, W/D, great deck. Now; 1 year. $1500/mo. 802-846-9568; www. HickokandBoardman. com.
For Sale riverview, richmond 2-BR mobile home, very nice, HDWD floor LR, eat-in kitchen, 2 door refrigerator, cathedral ceiling, gas heat, deck, shed. Financing possible. Sale after divorce. $30,500. Info: 802-253-8841.
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Housemate/Milton Private room, kitchen & BA shared w/ males. $110/week incl. utils./ cable. Peaceful household. 100 acres, woods, gardens, storage. 20 mins. to Burlinton, St. Albans. 802-373-4429. Peaceful Burlington house Share home in a friendly, quiet neighborhood w/ a considerate, quiet, conscious housemate. Lake & bike path a block away, walking distance to downtown, porches, washer, parking. Avail. July 1. $650/mo. incl. gas/elec. 864-2890.
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Creative Shared Office Shared, small, w/ larger open skylight/brick space in downtown loft-space building w/ creative professionals. $400/mo. 802-8652321. Main Street Landing On Burlington’s waterfront has affordable office & retail space. Dynamic environment w/ progressive & forwardthinking businesses. Mainstreetlanding.com, click on space avail.
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25% OFF GRAND OPENING I am happy to announce the new location of Calm Seas Therapeutic Massage at 26 Hinesburg Rd., S. Burlington, within His Hair and Hers. To celebrate, we are offering a deep discount of 25% off any massage treatment you choose through Friday, June 25. That means you could enjoy a 70-minute Hot Stone Massage for only $63.75! Please call 578-8599 as soon as you can to ensure your desired time. Massage for Men by Sergio Deep tissue, Swedish, light touch & hot stones. By appt. only. Please call ahead of time. 802-355-1664.
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Keurig B77 Coffee Brewer Gently used, very clean Select Brewing system. Have 2, only need 1! $100. 802-563-3275. Small Raised Gardening Bed 3’x3’, rugged plastic, can grow an amazing number of plants. Used only 1 season.$25. Williston. demersmichelle@gmail.com. wardrobe boxes for sale 4, slightly used. 4”x2.5’x2.5”. $2 ea./OBO. Nick, 720-275-4950.
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weaving loom 28”, 4 harness, 6 treadle, floor or table, 3 reeds, $100/OBO. Rosanne, 802-453-3877.
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Stunning Diamond Ring Appraised for $8750. 1.16 cts, clarity grade VS2, color grade I. Platinum prongs, 18kt band. View in person by appt. only, will email appraisal letter upon request. Serious inquiries only please call 802-233-6439.
Electronics Bose 601 Series IV Great floor speakers. Excellent condition. Super room-filling sound w/ reflecting design. $250 firm. 802524-5755. Cobra Nav One 2100 GPS $50 Brand new, never used! Very helpful for driving. Incl. unit, cigarette plug, adapter, suction cup, mounting bracket. Download software updates. Can ship, you pay. 224-9010. DISH - BEST OFFER EVER! $24.99/mo. (for 1 year), 120+ channels, free HD! Free DVR upgrade! Plus, call now & save over $380! Call 1-877-4158163. (AAN CAN)
Davinci IDF 40 Stereo Brand new in box. Tube system surround sound, A/V inputs. Books for $3495, sell $1400 or vehicle trade. 802-8772615 or 802-377-1367. Sony HD Television 46” Bravia KDL-46Z4100, Energy Star, 120Hz, 1080p. Perfect condition, like new! All owners manuals, remotes & orig. receipts incl. $850. Mark, 802-585-9712.
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Firewood Firewood for Sale Dried hardwood. Cut & split. $220/cord. 802-434-4721.
Free Stuff ANTIQUE overstuffed CHAIR Needs reupholstery, or put a nice cover over it! 482-6632, vm22@ ymail.com. Thanks. Is Your House Haunted? Let us check it out for free. The Vermont Spirit Detective Agency: “The Private Eye For Those Who’ve Died.” Contact: vermontspirits@gmail. com. 802-881-1171.
Furniture DINING ROOM TABLE & CHAIRS Maple, w/ 2 leafs & 3 chairs. Perfect condition. Measures 70”x36” w/ leafs, 48”x36” w/ out. (30”high.) $300. 802-585-9712. Dining Room Set Solid oak, oval table w/ 2 leafs, 6 chairs, lighted hutch, excellent condition. $900/OBO! Mark, 802-585-9712.
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52 Drew Street, 5-BR, 2-BA, 2225 sq.ft. Fixer upper. Convertible back into a duplex. Great opportunity for someone looking to build sweat equity. $169,000. www.SugarHouseVT.com. Info: Alan, 802-373-4199.
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2838 sq. ft on 1+ acres, FSBO-ArmandFournier-032410.indd 1 3+ bedrooms with Master on main floor, new architectural roof and birch flooring, cooks kitchen, vaulted ceilings and brick hearth, mature perennial gardens! $399,900. 802-899-2673.
1900+ sq.ft. condo 6/7/10 w/ lots FSBO-IngridTheisen-060910.indd 1:03:26 PM 1 of bonus storage, ample closet space, walk-in pantry, attached garage, full deck w/ a retractable awning. Premier location, conveniently located near S. Burlington’s award winning schools, FAHC, Fairpoint, UVM, Champlain College and Downtown. $245,900. 802-860-6410
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Try to beat this spot in Es6/7/10 FSBO-JasonBarron033110.indd 11:49:02 AM 1 sex! 1.42 acre lot permitted for a (3) unit. Town water and sewer. Trees, stonewall road frontage and bike path to Essex Town Center. Private and unique all in one. $195,000. 802-363-0914.
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2 bedroom, 1.5 bath6/7/10 condo1:06:12 PM on a quiet street. Many upgrades including remodeled bathrooms. Stainless steel appliances in tiled kitchen. Private, fenced in back yard. Move in ready! Must see! $183,000. 802-238-4829.
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1800 sq.ft. 3 bedrooms, 212:54:03 PM 5/3/10 FSBO-MattBissonnette060910.indd 1 baths. DSL & Dish. Minutes to skiing, snowmobiling, hiking and river. Easy commute to Burlington area. 1/2 acre and lg. barn. $225,900. Patti or Dan 802-644-2760 or 802-238-0961.
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4 bedrooms, move 6/7/10 in condi1:01:26 PM tion! All wood, natural stone tile, and slate flooring! Price newly reduced. $219,000. 1604 Quarry Road, New Haven. Contact: Valerie or Al at 802-877-6505. sites. google.com/site/homeforsaleinvermont1/ SEVEN DAYS
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Great Starter home or in- 8:35:05 AM 5/25/10 vestment property! Modern 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 960 square foot Condo with an open living space. Updated flooring in living area along with brand new windows, siding, washer, and dishwasher. Heat efficient. Close to everything! $149,900. 802-233-1217.
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Great South Burlington 5/17/10 FSBO-LauraRussell060910.indd 10:12:27 AM 1 Location. Contemporary home, great open floorplan for entertaining, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, in-ground pool. Must see to appreaciate all the unique features! $299,000. 802-233-0321.
north hill section. Walk to hospital and UVM. Garage, maintained grounds and driveways. Built in 1996. Move-in ready! Check out more hothouse05401.net. $340,000. 802-233-0493.
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Recently updated 5/24/10 1-BR 8:29:32 PM condo with washer & dryer in unit. Association dues include heat & hot water. One underground parking spot included. Pet friendly association with pool. $125,900. 802-578-8667.
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58 Pennington Drive. 5/10/10FSBO-JeffAtwood051910.indd 2:42:23 PM 1 Charming 3-BR, 2-BA. Quiet neighborhood. Huge master suite, lg. closets. Patio, deck, shed, dry basement, gas wood stove, gas oven/range. New: furnace, siding, windows, roof, kitchen, maple hardwood floors. 802-735-2567, http:// www.58pennington.com $239,000.
Sweet.... Be your own boss! Option to live and work here and let the business pay your living expenses. Turnkey business in prime country location. Unique property with country charm. Pizza, wings, subs and more. We are not your average store. Willing to train. 30 min. to Burlington. $379,000. 802-343-5694.
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Essex Jct. Quiet family neighborhood, W/D hookups on 1st flr., full basement. Near bus & IBM. Condo dues $113. Completely updated. Must see. $ 175,000. 802-865-2010.
Furniture [cont.] Kitchen Cabinets All new, solid wood, in boxes. 50%-60% off retail. Call for quote or to see showroom. Beth, 802-735-3431. LOVESEAT Excellent condition, not a rip, tear, spot or stain. Antique, solid oak frame, age unknown, oldie but goodie. Professionally reupholstered. $225. 802-238-7152. Oak Entertainment Center On casters. 39.5” wide x 20” deep x 36.75” high. Can hold up to 124 CDs. Shelves on the left & right ends. Cash only. $149. 899-5406. Presidential Rocking Chair Light finish wood. Moving. $75. 863-9207. No pics, sorry. VT solid Maple Bed set 5-drawer dresser, matching twin bed frame, foot board, slats, box spring, mattress. $200. 863-9207.
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MultiFamily Yard Sale 130 Mansfield Ave. Corner of N. Street. Sat., 6/26, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday rain date. Furniture, household, jewelry, electronics, clothing, DVDs, collectibles, freebies. Neighborhood Yard sale Sat., June 19, 10-3:00, on Cedar Circle in Jericho.
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Antiques Furniture, postcards, pottery, cameras, toys, medical tools, lab glass, photographs, slide rules, license plates, silver. Anything unusual or unique. Cash paid. Info: 802-859-8966.
Kid Stuff Double Medela Breast Pump Lightly used for 1 child, retails $225. Comes w/ all equipment, bottles, cooler, caps, tubing. Fastest pump on market. Pick up Bolton or Burlington. 802-434-7335.
Pets Bearded Dragon Lizard Barre town. $50. 4 y.o., good health. Incl. 30-gallon tank, cover, heat/UV lamps, heat pad, bag of food, rock, wood, plants, etc. Kevin, 802-461-5552. CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES $450, except chocolate, which is $550. ACA registration, shots, toys, kennel, dishes, food. 50% deposit for litter pick. Prices are firm. 1-yr. health guarantee. Scott, 802-393-2983. Cat Carrier $10. dbatesvt@yahoo. com. Mutant Puppies *Cute* Shih tzu/minature pinscher, beautiful golden colors, 6.5 weeks old, ready to go to good homes only, please. 802-922-0075.
Sports Equipment Precor Elliptical EFX 5.37 2009 model. Only used 2-3 times due to recent health issues. Offering $500 less than purchase price. See Precor’s website for specifics. $4800. 802-223-4184.
Trek Road Bike, Men’s Hip Yard Sale Essex Jct.! Silver, excellent Sat., June 12, 6/7/10 8-4,1 1:55:51 PM condition. Moving. LG-wakerobin060910.indd 16 Iroquois Ave. $150. 863-9207. No pics Treadmill, furniture, TV, avail., sorry. portable DVD player, DDR, women’s clothes Women’s Mountain Bike size 10-16, shoes size 18” Mt. Shasta 10, craft supplies, Arrowhead. Great mini-fridge, more! condition. All paperwork incl. $60. 864-4908. C-6 classifieds
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Bands/ Musicians Looking to Play Swing Jazz? Looking to contact area musicians who would like to get together to informally play swing jazz (instrument players) for fun. Contact info@prestomusic.net. PIANO-TUNING SERVICE Justin Rose, 802652-0730, www. justinrosepianotuning. com. ROCK GUITAR NEEDS BAND Many, many years experience, covers, originals, dedicated, smoking leads. tm_grgg@yahoo.com. recorder-playing group Looking for recorder players who are interested in getting together to play early music. info@ prestomusic.net.
Instruction Andy’s Mountain Music Affordable, accessible instruction in guitar, mandolin, banjo, more. All ages/skill levels/ interests welcome! Supportive, professional teacher offering references, results, convenience. Andy Greene, 802-658-2462, guitboy75@hotmail. com, andysmountainmusic.com. Bass Lessons For all levels/styles, beginners welcome! Learn technique, theory, slap in fun, professional setting. Years of teaching/ playing experience. Appeared in Bass Player, Bass Guitar magazines. 598-8861. Drum Instruction & more! Experienced, professional instructor/ musician. Williston, Essex, Burlington
areas, & all of central VT. Guitar & bass programs also offered. Musicspeak Education Program, www. musicspeak.net. Gary Williams, 802-793-8387. Guitar Instruction Berklee grad. w/ 30 years teaching experience offers lessons in guitar, music theory & ear training. Individualized, stepby-step approach. All ages/styles/levels. Info: rickbelf@myfairpoint. net, 802-864-7195. Guitar School of Vermont “Not your usual music instruction.” Attention from multiple teachers, fundamentals, theory, technique, composition. Teaching Guitarist’s Growing Musicians. Info: 802-655-5800, www. guitarschoolofvermont. com. Guitar instruction All styles/levels. Emphasis on developing strong technique, thorough musicianship, personal style. Paul Asbell (Unknown Blues Band, Kilimanjaro, UVM & Middlebury College faculty). Info: 802-862-7696, www. paulasbell.com. SUMMER DRUM LESSONS Burlington drummer Steve Hadeka is now accepting students of all ages for private instruction. Learn all styles of drum set, snare drum method & percussion from a real, working drummer. Enjoy the convenience of studying in your home, on your own instrument. I offer flexible scheduling, competitive rates & references from both students & parents. Whether you are a parent of a budding young percussionist or a seasoned player yourself, looking to expand your technique & brush up on your skills, I can help. steve@ stevehadeka.com, 802-318-0109.
Auditions/ Casting Auditioning for Dancers Colchester dance studio. We are looking for talent ages 5+. This team will perform locally, attend master trainings & compete
regionally. Ready for fun, performance & to be challenged? Call or email for info. Michelle, 802-343-0451, vtstudio3@aol.com. MALE MODELS WANTED You, 18-25, nice look, very fit, willing to be photographed for art/ photography project. 802-999-6219.
ACT 250 NOTICE MINOR APPLICATION 10 V.S.A. §§ 6001-6092 On May 25, 2010, E.F. Farrell LLC and the State of Vermont Dept. of Buildings and General Services, filed application #4C1234 for a Project generally described as: a two lot subdivision of the parcel; demolish 22,000 sf of the existing building on Lot #1, construct a 24-unit residential building on Lot #2 with associated parking and infrastructure and construct a new second access onto North Avenue. The Project will share access driveways with two independent projects. The Project is located on North Avenue in the City of Burlington, Vermont. The District 4 Environmental Commission will review this application under Act 250 Rule 51 - Minor Applications. Copies of the application and proposed permit are available for review at the Burlington Municipal Office, Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission located at 110 West Canal Street, Winooski, and the office listed below. The application and proposed permit may also be viewed on the Natural Resources Board’s web site (www. nrb.state.vt.us/lup) by clicking on “Act 250 Database,” selecting “Entire Database,” and entering the case number above. A hearing will held on July 8, 2010 only if, on or before June 22, 2010, a party notifies the District Commission of an issue or issues requiring the presentation of evidence at a hearing or the commission sets the matter for hearing on its own motion. Any hearing request shall be in writing to the address
below, shall state the criteria or subcriteria at issue, why a hearing is required and what additional evidence will be presented at the hearing. Any hearing request by an adjoining property owner or other interested person must include a petition for party status. Prior to submitting a request for a hearing, please contact the district coordinator at the telephone number listed below for more information. Prior to convening a hearing, the District Commission must determine that substantive issues requiring a hearing have been raised. Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law will not be prepared unless the Commission holds a public hearing. Should a hearing be held on this project and you have a disability for which you are going to need accommodation, please notify us by June 22, 2010. Parties entitled to participate are the Municipality, the Municipal Planning Commission, the Regional Planning Commission, adjoining property owners and other persons to the extent they have a particularized interest that may be affected by the proposed project under the 10 criteria. Nonparty participants may also be allowed under 10 V.S.A. § 6085(c)(5). Dated in Essex Junction, Vermont, this 2nd day of June, 2010. By /s/Peter E. Keibel Peter E. Keibel Natural Resources Board District #4 Coordinator 111 West Street Essex Junction, VT 05452 T/ 802-879-5658 E/ peter.keibel@state. vt.us NOTICE OF TAX SALE The resident and non-resident owners, lienholders and mortgagees of land in the Town of Huntington, County of Chittenden, and State of Vermont, are hereby notified that the taxes assessed by such Town for the fiscal year 7/1/07-6/30/08 and 7/1/08-6/30/09 remain either in whole or in part unpaid on the real property and/or mobile homes hereinbelow described and situated in the Town of Huntington and so much of said real property and/or mobile homes will be sold at a public auction in front of the Town Offices located on Main Street in the Town of
Huntington on the 8th day of July, 2010, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon, as shall be required to discharge said taxes with costs, unless previously paid: PROPERTY 1: Being a parcel of land containing 0.56 acres known and designated as 50 Trapp Road, Huntington, Vermont. Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Alan W. Borys by Quitclaim Deed of Julius T. Borys dated July 30, 1987, and of record in Book 36, Page 612 of the Huntington Land Records. (Parcel #026020) PROPERTY 2: Being a parcel of land containing 0.88 acres with all buildings thereon located at 5235 Main Road, Huntington, Vermont. Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Alan W. Borys by Quitclaim Deed of Mabel Borys dated February 10, 1993, and of record in Book 57, Page 218 of the Huntington Land Records. (Parcel #080330) PROPERTY 3: Being a parcel of land, together with a dwelling, located at 339 Weaver Road, Huntington, Vermont. Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Daniel E. Bushey and Barbara A. Bushey by Warranty Deed of Van E. Holmes and Loretta B. Holmes dated May 20, 1971, and of record in Book 26, Page 195 of the Huntington Land Records, together with all and the same land and premises conveyed to Daniel E. Bushey and Barbara A. Bushey by Warranty Deed of Loretta B. Holmes, widow, dated May 18, 1976, and of record in Book 27, Page 402 of the aforesaid land records. (Parcel #033210) PROPERTY 4: Being a 0.16 acre parcel of land with a mobile home situated thereon located at 1553 Camels Hump Road, Huntington, Vermont. Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Gregory S. Harriman and Rolinda Goodrich by Quitclaim Deed of the Town of Huntington dated July 14, 1998, and of record in Book 59, Page 17 of the Huntington Land Records. (Parcel #022280) PROPERTY 5: Being an 88 acre parcel of land located on Poole Drive, Huntington, Vermont. Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to LaBounty Enterprises,
Inc., by Warranty Deed of Hugh B. White and Betty J. White dated July 23, 2003, and of record in Book 79, Page 609 of the Huntington Land Records. (Parcel #015072) PROPERTY 6: Being a 7.42 acre parcel with dwelling and garage located at 985 Texas Hill Road, Huntington, Vermont. Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Stephen D. LaRocque and Veronica J. LaRocque by Quitclaim Deed of Ralph J. LaRocque dated October 28, 1999, and of record in Book 61, Page 340 of the Huntington Land Records. (Parcel #010173) PROPERTY 7: Being a 3.1 acre parcel with dwelling located at 92 Moody Road, Huntington, Vermont. Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Norman Sheldrake by Warranty Deed of Herbert V. Sheldrake and Lois J. Sheldrake dated May 8, 1987, and of record in Book 36, Page 309 of the Huntington Land Records, and by Quitclaim Deed of the Town of Huntington dated September 30, 2002, and of record in Book 72, Page 347 of the Huntington Land Records. (Parcel #030010) PROPERTY 8: Being a 2.2 acre parcel of land with a 1997 27’ x 44’ 5-room mobile home located at 9283 Main Road, Huntington, Vermont. Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Leon S. Stokes and Colleen A. Stokes by Warranty Deed of Archie W. Stokes and Maggie H. Stokes dated July 1, 1987, and of record in Book 36, Page 361 of the Huntington Land Records. (Parcel #070330) Information regarding the amount of taxes due may be obtained through Joseph D. Fallon, Esq., Attorney for the Collector of Delinquent Taxes, Brent Lamoureux, at 802-482-2137. DATED at Huntington, Vermont, this 26 day of May, 2010. s/ Brent Lamoureux BRENT LAMOUREUX, Collector of Delinquent Taxes for the Town of Huntington REQUEST FOR BIDS Chittenden South Supervisory Union, Shelburne, Vermont on behalf of the Shelburne School District is
sevendaysvt.com/classifieds accepting bids for the upgrade/replacement of the school’s existing telephone system. Interested parties are requested to submit sealed bids no later than June 21, 2010. Complete details with bid requirements and system specifications can be found by visiting the school’s website (www.scsvt.org) and clicking on the link titled Phone Bid on the home page under Headlines. STATE OF VERMONT CHITTENDEN COUNTY, SS. CHITTENDEN SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO. S0295-10 CnC Wells Fargo Bank, National Association as Trustee for Securitized Asset Backed Receivables LLC 2004-OP2 Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-OP2, Plaintiff v. Raymond Streeter, Jr., Amy Godin and Occupants residing at 3540 Nashville Road, Bolton, Vermont, Defendants SUMMONS & ORDER FOR PUBLICATION
5. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU DO NOT GIVE YOUR WRITTEN ANSWER TO THE COURT. If you do not Answer within 41 days after the date on which this Summons was first published and file it with the Court, you will lose this case. You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the Court may decide against you and award the Plaintiff everything asked for in the complaint.
This order shall be published once a week for 2 weeks beginning on June 9, 2010 in the Seven Days, a newspaper of general circulation in Chittenden County, and a copy of this summons and order as published shall be mailed to the defendant, Amy Godin, if an address is known. Dated at Burlington, Vermont this 24th day of May, 2010. Hon. Helen Toor Presiding Judge Chittenden Superior Court STATE OF VERMONT CHITTENDEN COUNTY, SS. CHITTENDEN SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO. S0847-09 CnC U.S. Bank National Association as Trustee for RFMSI 2006S12, Plaintiff v. Elizabeth Drewniak, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Homecomings Financial, LLC (f/k/a Homecomings Financial Network, Inc.), Cobleigh Square Homeowners’ Association, Inc. And Occupants residing at 72 South Street, Unit E, Essex, Vermont, Defendants NOTICE OF SALE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Homecomings Financial, LLC (f/k/a Homecomings Financial Network, Inc.) to Elizabeth Drewniak dated November 13, 2006 and recorded in Volume 704, Page 558 of the Land Records of the Town of Essex, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of
To Wit: Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Elizabeth Drewniak by Warranty Deed of Michael A. Guinness dated October 26, 2004 and recorded in Volume 629 at Page 532 of the Town of Essex Land Records. Terms of Sale: $10,000.00 to be paid in cash by purchaser at the time of sale, with the balance due at closing. Proof of financing for the balance of the purchase to be provided at the time of sale. The sale is subject to taxes due and owing to the Town of Essex. The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale or inquire at Lobe & Fortin, 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306, South Burlington, VT 05403, 802 660-9000. DATED at South Burlington, Vermont
this 13th day of May, 2010. U.S. Bank National Association as Trustee By: Joshua B. Lobe, Esq. Lobe & Fortin, PLC 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306 South Burlington, VT 05403 STATE OF VERMONT CHITTENDEN COUNTY, SS. CHITTENDEN SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO. S401-09 CnC PHH Mortgage Corporation, Plaintiff v. Shane Saathoff, Angela Saathoff, Spencer D. Blanchard, United Guaranty Residential Insurance Company And Occupants residing at 1 South Street Lane, Essex Junction, Vermont, Defendants NOTICE OF SALE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by USAA Federal Savings Bank to Shane Saathoff dated August 4, 2005 and recorded in Volume 660, Page 567 of the Land Records of the Town of Essex Junction, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purposes of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at
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Post & browse ads at your convenience. 9:15 A.M. on June 21, 2010, at 1 South Street Lane, Essex Junction, Vermont all and singular the premises described in said mortgage: To Wit: Being all and the same lands and premises as conveyed to Shane Saathoff and Angela Saathoff by Warranty Deed of Spencer D. Blanchard dated July 13, 2004 and recorded July 16, 2004 in Volume 617 at Page 73 of the Land Records of the Town of Essex. Also being the same lands and premises as conveyed to Spencer D. Blanchard (granting a life estate) by Quitclaim Deed from Shane Saathoff and Angela Saathoff dated November 1, 2004 and recorded January 11, 2005 in Volume 637 at Page 54 in the Town of Essex Land Records. Terms of Sale: $10,000.00 to be paid in cash by purchaser at the time of sale, with the balance due at closing. Proof of financing for the balance of the purchase to be provided at the time of sale. The sale is subject to taxes due and owing to the Town of Essex Junction. The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale. Other terms to be announced at the
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Sheldon Land Records, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing, the same will be sold at Public Auction at 9:30 am on the 21st day of June, 2010, at the property located at 958 Machia Road, Sheldon, Vermont, all and the singular the premises described more particularly in the said mortgage, subject to any unpaid taxes, municipal assessments, or superior liens thereon, if any:
DATED at South Burlington, Vermont this 17th day of May, 2010. PHH Mortgage Corporation By: Joshua B. Lobe, Esq. Lobe & Fortin, PLC 30 Kimball Ave., Ste. 306 South Burlington, VT 05403 STATE OF VERMONT FRANKLIN COUNTY, SS. FRANKLIN SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO. S 135-09 Fc
To wit: Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Robert W. Cole and Lisa M. Cole by Warranty Deed of Earl A. Machia and Bernice M. Machia dated September 9, 1993, of record in Volume 53, Pages 72-73 of the Town of Sheldon Land Records, and as further described therein as follows:
VERMONT FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff, v. ROBERT W. COLE and LISA M. COLE, and Occupants at 958 Machia Road, Sheldon, Vermont, Defendants.
“A vacant parcel of land consisting of one (1) acre, more or less, located on the easterly side of Town Highway #27, commonly known as the Machia Road, but having no frontage thereon, and more fully described as follows:
NOTICE OF SALE In accordance with a Judgment and Decree of Foreclosure and Order of Public Sale, dated April 13, 2010, and by virtue of and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Robert W. Cole and Lisa M. Cole to Vermont Federal Credit Union, dated October 2, 2006, and recorded in Volume 94 at Page 144 of the Town of
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7. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer. If you cannot afford a lawyer, you should ask the court clerk for information about places where you can get free legal help. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still give the court a written Answer to protect your
The Affidavit duly filed in this action shows that service cannot be made with due diligence by any of the methods provided in Rules 4(d)-(f), (k), or (l) of the Vermont Rules of Civil Procedure. Accordingly, it is ORDERED that service of the Summons set forth above shall be made upon the defendant, Amy Godin, by publication as provided in Rule[s] [4(d) (l) and] 4(g) of those Rules.
the conditions of said mortgage and for the purposes of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 8:45 A.M. on June 21, 2010, at 72 South Street, Unit E, Essex, Vermont all and singular the premises described in said mortgage:
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2. PLAINTIFF’S CLAIM. Plaintiff’s claim is a Complaint in Foreclosure which alleges that you have breached the terms of a Promissory Note and Mortgage Deed dated May 7, 2004. Plaintiff’s action may effect your interest in the property described in the Land Records of the Town of Bolton at Volume 63, Page 778. The Complaint also seeks relief on the Promissory Note executed by you. A copy of the Complaint is on file and may be obtained at the Office of the Clerk of the Superior Court for the County of Chittenden, State of Vermont.
4. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiff’s Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiff should not be given everything asked for in the Complaint, you must say so in your Answer.
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THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO: Amy Godin 1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. A copy of the Plaintiff’s Complaint against you is on file and may be obtained at the office of the clerk of this court, Chittenden Superior Court, 175 Main Street, Burlington Vermont. Do not throw this paper away. It is an official paper that affects your rights.
3. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 41 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail the Plaintiff a written response called an Answer within 41 days after the date on which this Summons was first published, which is June 9, 2010. You must send a copy of your answer to the Plaintiff or the Plaintiff’s attorney, Joshua B. Lobe, located at 30 Kimball Avenue, Suite 306, South Burlington, VT 05403. You must also give or mail your Answer to the Court located at 175 Main Street, Burlington, Vermont.
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corner of the land herein conveyed and the southeast corner of Lot #1; thence N34o23’00”E a distance of 184.29 feet to an iron pin marking the northwest corner of the land herein conveyed; thence S77o41’29”E a distance of 193.71 feet to an iron pin marking the northeast corner of the land herein conveyed; thence S27o22’33”W a distance of 258.92 feet to an iron pin marking the southeast corner of the land herein conveyed; thence N55o38’4 0”W a distance of 211.10 feet to an iron pin marking the point or place of beginning. Said land is bounded substantially as follows: on the north and east by Earl Machia; on the south by a 60-wide right of way retained by Earl Machia; and on the west by Lot #1 on the hereinafter set forth survey.
Also conveyed herewith is the right to use in common with Earl A. Machia, Bernice M. Machia, and the owners of Lot #1, their heirs and assigns, a 60-wide right of way for ingress and egress located southerly of Lot #2, which right of way is
Being a portion of the conveyed to Earl A. Machia and Bernice M. Machia by warranty deed of Antoinette M. Machia dated January 13, 1964 and recorded in Book 27, Pages 369-370 of the Sheldon Land Records.” Terms of Sale: Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00) paid in cash, treasurer’s check or certified check at the time of sale, with the balance due at closing. Closing to take place within forty five (45) days of the auction. The sale is subject to unpaid taxes, municipal assessments, or superior liens thereon, if any. Other terms to be announced at the sale or inquire at Johnson & Finnigan, LLP, 80 Midas Drive, 3rd Floor, South Burlington, Vermont 05403, telephone (802) 660-9393. THE MORTGAGOR IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT AT ANY TIME BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE, THE MORTGAGOR HAS A RIGHT TO PETITION THE SUPERIOR COURT FOR THE COUNTY IN WHICH THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE SITUATED, WITH SERVICE UPON THE MORTGAGEE, AND UPON SUCH BOND AS THE COURT MAY REQUIRE, TO ENJOIN THE SCHEDULED FORECLOSURE SALE. FAILURE TO INSTITUTE SUCH PETITION AND COMPLETE SERVICE SHALL THEREAFTER BAR ANY ACTION OR RIGHT OF ACTION OF THE MORTGAGOR BASED ON THE FORECLOSURE SALE, OR COMPLIANCE BY THE MORTGAGE HOLDER TO CONDUCT THE
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Being Lot #2 on a map entitled, “Plan Prepared For Earl Machia, Sheldon, VT, prepared by H.W. Chaffee, Date: July 2, 1990”, which map is recorded in the Map Slide A7(sic) at the Sheldon Town Clerk’s Office.
FORECLOSURE SALE, OR COMPLIANCE BY THE MORTGAGE HOLDER WITH THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS AND OTHER CONDITIONS OF SECTION 4532 OF TITLE 12. AN ACTION TO RECOVER DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE SALE OF THE PREMISES ON THE DATE OF THE SALE MAY BE COMMENCED AT ANY TIME WITHIN ONE YEAR FOLLOWING THE DATE OF THE SALE, BUT NOT THEREAFTER. Dated at South Burlington, Vermont this 16th day of April, 2010. By: Michael D. Johnson, Esq. Johnson & Finnigan, LLP The contents of storage unit(s) 02-0237 located at 28 Adams Dr, Williston, VT 05495, will be sold on the 24th of the month of June, 2010 to satisfy the debt of Kathleen Bradly. Any person claiming a right to the goods may pay the amount claimed due and reasonable expenses before the sale, in which case the sale may not occur. Please note this in not a public auction. The contents of storage unit(s) 01-04436 located at 28 Adams Dr, Williston, VT 05495, will be sold on the 24th of the month of June, 2010 to satisfy the debt of Lee Parsons. Any person claiming a right to the goods may pay the amount claimed due and reasonable expenses before the sale, in which case the sale may not occur. Please note this in not a public auction.
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CENTRAL VERMONT PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: Next meeting will be Wed., June 16 at Central Vermont Medical Center Conference Room #3 from 6-7:45 p.m. The guest speaker will be Theresa Lever, Patient Navigator for Cancer Care at Central Vermont Medical Center. For more information please contact Paul Irons at 802-461-6222. TRANS GUY’S GROUP: Every fourth Monday, RU12? Community Center, 34 Elmwood Ave, Burlington, 6-7:30 p.m. This is a social and support group specifically for trans men. This informal, peer-facilitated group welcomes maleidentified people at any stage of transition. As this is currently a closed group, please contact the center to sign up: thecenter@ru12.org or 860-RU12. PARTNERS OF TRANS GUYS: Partners and Spouses of Trans Guys. Every third Thursday, 6:30-8 p.m. This peerled group is a space where the partners and spouses of trans guys can meet to talk, share thoughts and give each other support. Please let Kara know you’re coming at 860-7812.
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place for you! Open to all. Meets the first Monday of every month in the Healthy Living Learning Center. For more information contact Carrie Shamel at carrie.shamel@gmail. com. www.llleus.org/ state/vermont/html. AL-ALNON IN ST. JOHNSBURY: Tues. & Thurs., 7 p.m., Kingdom Recovery Center (Dr. Bob’s birthplace), 297 Summer St., St. Johnsbury. Sat., 10 a.m., Unitarian Universalist Church, Cherry St., St. Johnsbury. NAMI CONNECTION (National Alliance on Mental Illness): Free peer-based recovery support group for people living with or facing the challenges of mental illness. This is a group that focuses on allowing participants to share their experiences and learn from each other in a safe environment. 100% confidentiality. BENNINGTON: Every Tuesday, 6-7:30 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 200 Pleasant Street. BURLINGTON: Every Thursday,
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Post & browse ads at your convenience. Annonymous. Saturdays 10-11:30 a.m. & Wednesdays 5:30-6:30, 45 Clark St., Burlington. Contact Brenda at 338-1170. IS FOOD A PROBLEM FOR YOU? Do you eat when you’re not hungry? Do you go on eating binges for no apparent reason? Is your weight affecting the way you live your life? Call Overeaters Anonymous, 863-2655. GIRL POWER: Learn about your inner power through meditation, sacred space, healing energy modalities. Connect and attune to empower & enlighten, expand your sense of awareness, network with others your age, find peer support within this ongoing monthly group. Please bring a notebook journal, writing utensil and a folding chair. Ages 12-18. First Sat of each month at 4 p.m. at Moonlight Gift Shoppe, Rt. 7, Milton. To reserve space call Michele, 802-893-9966, moonlightgiftshoppe@ yahoo.com.
CIRCLE OF PARENTS support group meeting in Rutland Monday evenings. Snacks and childcare provided. Meeting is free and confidential. For more info. call Heather at 802-498-0608 or 1-800-children. Meetings Tuesday evenings in Barre. For more info. call Cindy at 802-229-5724 or 1-800-children. ALS (LOU GEHRIG’S DISEASE) This support group functions as a community and educational group. We provide coffee, soda and snacks and are open to PALS, caregivers, family members and those who are interested in learning more about ALS. Our group meets the second Thursday of each month from 1-3 p.m. at “Jim’s House”, 1266 Old Creamery Rd., Williston, VT. Hosted by Pete and Alphonsine Crevier, facilitated by Liza Martel, LICSW, Patient Care Coordinator for the ALS Association here in Vermont. 223-7638 for more information.
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SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE SUPPORT GROUP Meets the 1st Wednesday of each month from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Comfort Inn, 5 Dorset St., S. Burlington, VT. There is no fee. This is open to anyone who has lost someone to suicide. For more info, call 802-4799450, or ljlivendale@ yahoo.com. BURDENS WEIGHTING YOU DOWN? Unemployed, homeless, in need of direction? We are people just like you and have found the answer to all of the above problems. We meet every Wednesday evening from 7-9 p.m. at the Imani Center 293 N Winooski Ave. Please call 802-343-2027. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS (OA) Meetings in Barre occur every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday 6-7 p.m. at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 39 Washington St. Info: 863-2655. Meetings in Johnson occur every Sunday 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Johnson
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SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE (SOS) Hospice Volunteer Services (HVS) of Addison County and the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention (AFSP) will collaborate to sponsor a monthly ongoing support group for people who have lost someone by suicide. The group will meet the 1st Wed. of each month from 6-7:30 p.m. These free peer support groups will be held at Hospice Volunteer Services at the Marbleworks in Middlebury, and co-facilitated by professional representatives from HVS and AFSP, both suicide survivors. For more information and to register call HVS at 388-4111. CODEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS (CODA) Announcing a new 12step (non-AA, non-NA) meeting. Do you have trouble with relationship issues? Avoidance of feelings? People pleasing? Needing to be needed? Join us Thursday at 5 pm. at the Turning Point Center, 191 Bank St., Burlington. 802-861-3150. For more information about codependence, see www.coda.org and click on “Am I Codependent?” A NEW PERSPECTIVE A peer support group for people working through the combination of mental health and substance abuse issues. Wednesdays at the Turning Point Center, 5-6 p.m. The group will be facilitated and will be built around a weekly video followed by a group discussions. Some of the topics will include: Addictions and mental illness, recovery stories, dealing with stress, understanding
personality problems, emotions. 191 Bank St., Burlington. 802-8613150.
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BEREAVED PARENTS & SIBLINGS SUPPORT GROUP of the Compassionate Friends meets on the third Tuesday of each month, 7-9 p.m. at 277 Blair Park Rd., Williston. Info, 660-8797. The meetings are for parents, grandparents and adult siblings who have experienced the death of a child at any age from any cause.
GLAFF Gay and lesbian adoptive and foster families. GLAFF provides support, education, resources and strategies to help maintain and strengthen gay and lesbian foster and adoptive families in northwestern VT. Open to all GLBTQ foster and adoptive parents and their children. Food, childcare provided. The group meets on the 1st Thursday of each month. Call Mike at 655-6688 to get more information and to register.
NEED A HUG? New support group starting. Would you like to explore personal intimacy in a safe environment? This is accomplished by using touch for expressing and receiving tenderness. This is platonic and personal boundaries are respected. Day, time and location TBA. Jeff 310-4903 email iiyog@ aol.com. COED SINGLES GROUP Ages 50-65, forming for friendship and fun. Chittenden County area. Activities to include weeknight/ weekend dinner, bowling, hikes, snow shoeing, movies, etc. If interested email Myra at csbnc27609@aol. com. ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE AND RELATED DEMENTIA’S SUPPORT GROUP Held monthly at The Arbors at Shelburne. For info. or to register, contact Nicole at 802-9858600. WOMEN’S RAPE CRISIS CENTER Will be starting a free, confidential 10week support group for adult female survivors of sexual violence. Please call 864-0555 ext. 20 for information. LIVING SINGLE SUPPORT GROUP This course is a follow-up to the Divorce Recovery course that is offered at Essex Alliance Church. If you’ve been through the Divorce Care Class, you have an opportunity to continue to grow, heal, rebuild, and start again. Call Sue Farris for more information at 802-734-0695. SUICIDE SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUP For those who have lost a friend or loved one through suicide. Location: Maple Leaf Clinic, 167 North Main Street, Wallingford,
ARE YOU OR SOMEONE YOU LOVE BATTLING MULTIPLE MYELOMA? Support meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month from 5-6:30 p.m. at Hope Lodge on East Avenue, Burlington. For more information call Kay Cromie at 655-9136 or email kgcromey@ aol.com. SUPPORT FOR THOSE WHO HAVE LOVED ONES WITH TERMINAL ILLNESS Group forming for family members and loved ones of people with terminal illness. The group will have a spiritual base. We will offer each other support by listening, as well as share creative ways to explore feelings of grief and loss through writing, prayer, etc. Please contact Holly, hollyh@pshift.com. AL-ANON Family group 12-step. Thursdays, 12:20-1:20 p.m. Call AWARE at 802-472-6463 for information and to register. Free of charge. 88 High Street, Hardwick. BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION OF VERMONT: Montpelier daytime support group meets first and third Thursday of the month at the Unitarian Church “ramp entrance” from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Montpelier evening support group meets the first Tuesday of each month at Vermont Protection and Advocacy, 141 Main St., Suite 7, in conference room #2 from 6-8 p.m. Colchester evening support group meets the first Wednesday of each month at the Fanny Allen Hospital in the ground floor
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STARTING A WOMEN’S GROUP: Ages 45+, to meet weekly for lunch and other activities such as walking, book discussions, museum visits, matinees, etc. Email Katherine at MKR27609@aol.com.
FAMILY AND FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP: If someone in your family or one of your friends is in an abusive relationship, this new support group is designed especially for you. Info, call Women Helping Battered Women, 658-1996.
MAN-TO-MAN CHAMPLAIN VALLEY PROSTATE CANCER: Support group meets 5 p.m., 2nd Tuesday of each month in the board room of Fanny Allen Hospital, Colchester. 1-800-ACS2345. MITRAL VALVE PROLAPSE/ DYSAUTONOMIA: Group forming for information sharing purposes. Please call 863-3153. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter Meeting. Bethany Church, 115 Main Street, Montpelier. Wednesdays, 5:15-6:15 p.m. For info call Linda at 476-8345. BEREAVED PARENT SUPPORT GROUP: Every first Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in Enosburg Falls, 10 Market Place, Main St. Parents, grandparents and adult siblings are welcomed. The hope is to begin a Compassionate Friends Chapter in the area. Info, please call Priscilla at 933-7749. EATING DISORDERS PARENTAL SUPPORT GROUP for parents of children with or at risk of anorexia or bulimia. Meetings 7-9 p.m., third Wednesday of each month at the Covenant Community Church, Rt. 15, Essex Center. We focus on being a resource and providing reference points for old and new ED parents. More information, call Peter at 802-899-2554. OCD SUPPORT GROUP/ THERAPY GROUP: Come share your experience, get support from those who have been there, learn about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and how to reduce its symptoms. Therapist facilitated.
ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE and Dementia support group. Held the last Tuesday of every month at Birchwood Terrace, Burlington. Info, contact Stefanie Catella, 863-6384.
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. VT PARENTS OF FOOD ALLERGY CHILDREN EMAIL SUPPORT TEAM: Info, contact MaryKay Hill, 802-373-0351. TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter meeting, St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski. Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. weigh-in, 7-8 p.m. meeting. Info, call Fred or Bennye, 655-3317, or Patricia, 658-6904. 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, 862-4516, or visit www. cvana.org. Held in Burlington. 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. Call Sandy, 863-5708. DOES YOUR PARTNER/ SPOUSE HAVE AD/ HD (Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder)? Support group meets in Burlington to share experiences, challenges, laughs, resources. Want more information? Write addpartner@ yahoo.com.
WEDNESDAYS CIRCLE: A Transpersonal support group, every Wed., 6 p.m., Innerharmony Community Wellness Center, Rt. 100N, Rochester, VT. 7676092. A sharing circle focusing on personal growth, transformation, spirituality and healing, led by Jim Dodds. DECLUTTER’S 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 1-800-CHILDREN for more information. 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. 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 health-giving, life-affirming qualities. Any age. No athletic experience needed. Call Linda at 802-434-4423 or email: dragonheartvermont@gmavt.net or go to: www.dragonheartvermont.org. 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. 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, 999-8005.
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. 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 866-8697341 (toll-free). “HELLENBACH” CANCER support: Every other Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Middlebury. Call to verify meeting place. Info, 388-6107. People living with cancer and their caretakers convene for support. DEBTORS SUPPORT GROUP: Mondays, 7-8 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 21 Buell St., Burlington. Saturdays, 10-11:30 a.m., King Street Youth Center, 87 King St., Burlington. Info, call Cameron, 363-3747. 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. 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.
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CCS is looking for dedicated, active individuals or couples to provide residential supports to individuals with developmental disabilities. Compensation, paid vacation and respite are included. We are currently offering three fabulous opportunities.
agency as well as the development of new programs to meet community needs. Candidate must be self-motivated, organized, able to communicate effectively in speaking and writing, and willing to partner with the board and staff in meeting the agency’s commitment to high-quality health care in the home. Preferred qualifications: Master’s degree in health administration or a related field, or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of nursing or related field with managerial and leadership experience.Familiarity with in-home health care helpful. Send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to HR@lhha.org or 54 Farr Ave., Morrisville, VT 05661, Attn. Tammy.
A personable gentleman is seeking an individual to move into his home in Winooski. This good-humored man is active in the community, has multiple interests, and a part-time job. He loves to go to the movies, watch videos on TV and is a great conversationalist. 4t-lamoillehomehealth-060910.indd
A kind, humorous, nonverbal gentleman in his 40s is seeking a home with an outgoing person who enjoys being involved in the community and in social settings. Due to severe allergies, the home cannot have pets. This active individual loves music, walking and going to the library.
An independent young woman is seeking an active, energetic, female roommate who can assist her in accessing the community, learning to increase her independence and addressing her medical needs. She enjoys cooking, keeping in touch with online friends, socializing, fashion and is interested in continuing education. If you are interested in joining our team, please contact Al Frugoli at afrugoli@ccs-vt.org or 802-655-0511 x108. E.O.E. 512 Troy Ave., Suite 1 Colchester, VT 05446, 655-0511 www.ccs-vt.org
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Manager/Trainer to oversee the SAFE-T program, our prevention education program for middle school students. Candidate must be able to successfully recruit schools; train faculty, staff and parents; handle administrative details; and work directly with young teens. We are looking for someone with a unique blend of skills and experience that includes education, social work, supervising staff, sales and marketing. This is a full-time position based in Montpelier, and does include statewide travel. Position is open until filled. Reliable transportation necessary. Send cover letter, resume and 3 references to: Executive Director, Search, PO Box 829, Montpelier, VT 05601-0829. Email: pcavt@pcavt.org Website: www.pcavt.org
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HowardCenter improves the well-being of children, adults, families and communities.
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The Ethan Allen Residence, a small residential care community for seniors, is seeking 2 part-time cooks. The ideal candidates will have cooking experience in a long-term care setting. These positions include every other weekend off.
Enjoy the independence and satisfaction of one-to-one patient care. Addison County Home Health & Hospice Inc., is seeking an RN to fill a per diem vacancy in our Hi-Tech program. This position requires flexibility in hours. Qualifications include current VT license with a minimum of two years nursing experience. Ventilator experience desired.
21-year-old man who is graduating in June seeks 20 hours of support in the Burlington area. This guy loves social activities, rescue personnel and equipment, music, and computer games. The ideal candidate must appreciate humor and have a positive attitude. Candidates must use ASL for this benefits eligible position.
Please apply in person to: 1200 North Ave. Burlington, VT or via email, mary @ethanallenresidence.com.
Qualified candidates should send resumes to ACHH&H, Attn: Human Resources, PO Box 754, Middlebury, VT 05753, email to hr@achhh.org, or apply directly online at www.achhh.org.
16-year-old young man. He enjoys various outside activities such as hiking, rock climbing, fishing and b-ball. Ideal candidate is able to set and maintain boundaries while modeling positive community inclusion activities. Candidate must be comfortable with challenging behaviors and willing to be an active part of a comprehensive support team. 20 afternoon hours, benefits eligible.
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Part-time (19-20 hours per week) clinical position available starting July 15, 2010. This position will implement the scope of work under a Vermont Department of Health (VDH) grant for smoking cessation. Licensed clinical supervision will be provided. Duties to include individual and group (mainly) counseling to CRT clients at HowardCenter to promote smoking cessation. Bachelor’s degree required.
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Laraway Youth and Family Services provides therapeutic foster care, creative case management and private school programs. LYFS also contracts with public schools to provide specialized school-based and off-site educational, behavioral and consultation services.
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Commercial Producer WPTZ/WNNE-TV seeks a creative concept-to-completion Commercial Producer to join its award-winning staff. Position is based in our Colchester, Vt. office. Strong writing, shooting and editing experience preferred. All the toys are here — Avid, After Effects, XDCAM — come and play! Please send resume and cover letter indicating referral source to: Dave Fleming WPTZ/WNNE-TV, 5 Television Dr., Plattsburgh NY 12901, or email humanresources@wptz.com.
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Employment Seven Days Newspaper PO Box 1164, Burlington, VT 05402
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The Human Resources Manager is directly responsible for the overall administration, coordination and evaluation of the Human Resources functions for Laraway Youth & family Services. The individual holding this position must be detail oriented, accurate, and possess the ability to problem solve and take initiative. A comprehensive understanding of human resources principles, techniques and procedures as well as strategies and regulations, such as the ADA, COBRA, FMLA, FLSA, HIPAA, OSHA and Title VII. Excellent benefits package. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent and minimum fours years experience or a combination of education and experience. PHR preferred. Submit letter of interest, resume and three references to:
James Heath Laraway Youth & Family Services PO Box 621, Johnson, VT 05656 Fax: 802-635-7273 Email: JimH@laraway.org LYFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Kelly Services is hiring for numerous positions including temporary and temp-to-hire positions.
Maintenance Manager This position is responsible for maintenance and safety of the facilities and grounds, and keeping the physical plant in top operational condition at all times. Assigns work orders, supervises and trains custodian and summer help. Prepares and manages annual operations/maintenance budget and capital projects. Negotiates and manages contracted services for lawn mowing, snow removal, electrical, plumbing, rubbish removal and preventative maintenance.
Office work: administrative assistants, receptionist and clerks Machine operators
This applicant needs to have at least 2-3 years experience and be computer literate and familiar with computerized energy management systems, building operating systems, state regulations and OSHA guidelines.
People with experience with working with adhesives for a glue line Warehouse/material handlers
Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume and references to: Michelle Mathias, Principal, Hyde Park Elementary School, 50 E. Main St., Hyde Park, VT 05655.
Production workers in Ferrisburgh. Email your resume to 6011@kellyservices.com
Leaps & Bounds is looking for motivated, flexible team players to join our growing childcare team at our Essex and Williston locations. Must have experience, education and a sense of humor! Pay based on education and experience.
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or mail to Kelly Services 56 W. Twin Oaks Terrace, Suite 3 S. Burlington, VT 05403 Questions? Call 802-658-3877, fax 802-862-6138.
Contact Krista at 802-879-2021 or kristalacroix@yahoo.com.
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Social Worker with a working understanding of the child welfare system and its intersection of law and social work. Requires MSW.
Peer Navigator with personal experience as a parent who has dealt with the child welfare system.
Staff Attorney licensed to practice in Vermont
with minimum two years experience. Prior experience with children in need of care and supervision and family court preferred. Experience with public benefits, education, housing or immigration helpful. All positions require strong interpersonal and communication skills, commitment to interdisciplinary representation of parents, and desire to share in the exhilaration and challenges of new, growing endeavor. Part-time positions covering Lamoille, Grand Isle and Franklin counties. Salaries commensurate with experience. Prorated benefits. Cover letter and resume to: Trine Bech, 77 Charlotte St., Burlington, VT 05401, trine.bech@vtprc.org.
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Vermont Parent Representation Center Inc. (VPRC), a new and innovative law and policy organization providing legal advocacy and social work services to low-income parents to prevent unnecessary out-of-home placement of children, seeks the following individuals:
Richmond
Active, congenial elderly gentleman with memory problems needs nonsmoking couple without children to live in separate 1-bedroom apartment, available early July. Rent free (free utilities also) in exchange for caregiving Sunday-Thursday nights from 9 PM to bedtime, with assistance if needed until 5 AM. Winter maintenance of path and minimal small-dog care. Option for paid caregiving at other times. Must be flexible, patient and dependable, with interest and preferably skills in working with elders. Pets on approval. If gentleman moves, apartment will become a rental. Beautiful country setting with pond, X-C ski trails and garden space. Steep dirt road can be a challenge in winter and spring. 802-434-2821.
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Community Coordinator Health Careers Program Coordinator
Submit letter and resume to nathan@helenday.com. Helen Day Art Center, Stowe, VT Visit www.helenday.com for details.
energetic self-starter with working knowledge of the 6/7/10 11:40:24 AM criminal justice system, local social 2h-HelenDay060910.indd 1 services and restorative justice WOMEN, MINORITIES AND principals sought for community PERSONS WITH coordinator position. DISABILITIES ARE HIGHLY the community coordinator will ENCOURAGED TO APPLY work collaboratively with community groups, law enforcement and court personnel to implement alternative justice programs and to promote rehabilitative services. applicants must This is a full-time position in the Clerk/Treasurer’s Office that is responsible for perbe culturally competent. forming technical and administrative accounting work including payroll and human Position reports to the State’s attorney resources administration, departmental and audit reporting. High school diploma for Chittenden County and the Chief of with three (3) years of direct payroll-related experience required. Associate’s or Police for the City of Burlington. bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred. highly competitive salary and benefits.
Financial Assistant – Payroll
Apply by Monday, June 21 with cover letter, resume, three professional references, and salary requirements to: Health Careers Program Champlain Valley Area Health Education Center 152 Fairfield Street St. Albans, VT 05478 or send via email to: mhorton@cvahec.org
Resumes due by 6/18/10 to: 32 Cherry St., Ste. 305, Burlington, VT 05401
No phone calls please! An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer
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Helen Day Art Center offers over 60 classes a year to the region and deepens the art experience for the public. Join us and lead this program to new heights, activating lifelong creative thinking and artistic practice in our participants. Make an impact here with us.
Chittenden County State’S attorney’S offiCe
The Champlain Valley Area Health Education Center (Champlain Valley AHEC), a non-profit organization, seeks a creative self-starter and team player to develop, coordinate, and present health career-related educational programs for middle and high school students in Addison, Chittenden, Franklin, and Grand Isle Counties. Responsibilities include offering career-oriented health care presentations to students, as well as organizing or participating in conferences and job fairs in partnership with local schools, colleges, universities, hospitals, and community organizations. Bachelor’s degree in education and/or a health-related field required. Strong presentation and communications skills, program management expertise, and attention to detail are essential. Grant writing and coordination experience a plus. Familiarity with MS Office desired. This is a full-time position with benefits.
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Accountant Democracy for America is a grassroots powerhouse working in all 50 states to change our country and the Democratic Party from the ground up. DFA is seeking a detail-oriented, well-organized and experienced accountant to administer and manage income, expenses, employee benefits and compliance with state and federal regulations. The ideal candidate has a background in accounting and bookkeeping, is a quick study and can maintain a high level of administrative detail in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include reconciliation of multiple bank accounts, preparation of cash flow projections and proper filing of IRS reports. This is the perfect position for an experienced administrator with an interest in progressive politics and a desire to develop even stronger accounting skills. Democracy for America and this position are located in Burlington, VT. Competitive salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits include employer-paid health care, paid vacation and holidays, sick leave, a retirement plan with an employer contribution, a fun and dynamic work environment, and the chance to make real change happen. To view the full job description, visit DemocracyforAmerica.com/jobs and to apply please email a resume and cover letter to careers@ democracyforamerica.com. DFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Companion/Mentor Companion and mentor wanted for middle-aged woman with chronic and occasionally intense social and emotional anxieties. Compassion required and related experience preferred. Duties will include suporting the client’s health goals, planning enjoyable and socially reinforcing activities, and scheduled communication with a case manager and family. This is a part-time position, 8-12 hours per week, spread over two or three days. Hours are flexible and will be mutually determined. Salary commensurate with experience.
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New Beginnings Wanted: Preschool teacher for small, play-based center in Essex Junction. Education/experience required. Competitive pay with benefits. Please send resume to lesliemany05@yahoo.com or call 802-288-9055.
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Established NAEYC accredited early childhood program is seeking dynamic, committed teacher to be part of our early childhood program. Position responsibilities include working as a team member for curriculum planning and implementation, and working with families in a holistic, collaborative environment. Full-time opportunity with benefit package. BA/BS in early childhood or related field and early childhood License preferred. The Center is an equal opportunity employer. Please send resume and letters of reference to Search Committee, Mary Johnson Children’s Center, 81 Water Street, Middlebury, Vermont 05753. Applications due June 25.
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The Schoolhouse seeks a Director of Admissions/Marketing, who reports directly to the Board of Trustees and has responsibility for recruitment, admissions, retention and management. R ec Ru i t m e n t * Develop data-driven recruitment action plan. * Collect data on the implementation of the recruitment plan. * Develop and distribute timely press releases. * Be the “face” of The Schoolhouse. * Design and implement advertising plan.
OFFERING TWO FULLY ACCREDITED, 10-MONTH PROGRAMS Teacher Certification Principal Certification
www.uvei.org 603-678-4888 UVEI is an equal opportunity provider.
Retention * Develop data-driven retention action plan. * Collect data on the implementation of the retention plan. * Develop an alumni database. F u n d R A i si n g * Develop data-driven fundraising action plan. * Collect data on the implementation of the admissions plan. * Develop alumni database for mailing/ calling plan.
The Schoolhouse 8 Catkin Dr., South Burlington, VT 05403 anne.brena@gmail.com
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Nutrition Education Program Coordinator The Vermont Campaign to End Childhood Hunger seeks full-time coordinator for statewide nutrition and cooking education program for limited resource Vermonters. Develop and maintain relationships with partners statewide; implement and expand curriculum; provide outreach and technical assistance to program partners at schools, youth centers, state agencies, and community organizations. In state travel required.
Early Preschool Teaching Director.
Candidate should possess a minimum of a CDA; an AA, BA, BS in ECE preferred. Salary range based on experience and education. We offer competitive salary, paid vacation, personal time and holidays. Health benefits are possible. If you are interested in working in a small team environment where children and teachers are respected for their individuality and learning styles, please contact me for more info and a tour of our program. Please call 802-879-2811 or email juliebrigante@yahoo.com for more information.
Position requires community organizing experience, excellent facilitation, flexibility, along with strong communication and analytical skills. Bachelor's degree 2v-EarlyYears-060910.indd required, background in nutrition or health education a plus. Resume and cover letters accepted through June 21st. Interviews begin immediately. Position will be filled as soon as a well qualified candidate is identified.
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5/28/10 10:29:13 AM Looking for an energetic and Consider joining the dedicated team at dynamic individual to head the COTS, and help to make a difference! supported employment program. It supports approximately 110 COTS provides emergency shelter, services people with developmental and housing for people who are without disabilities in job development, homes or who are marginally housed, with placement and daily employment the belief that housing is a fundamental support, throughout Addison human right. County. Solid program planning and management skills, experience with this population, and a EVENING SHELTER STAFF BA required. Responsible for supervising service coordination, and a large number of direct COTS has a full-time opening for evening Shelter Staff in our support staff. Knowledge of local Single Adult Shelter working from 6 p.m. to midnight. Shelter businesses and grant management Staff responsibilities include maintaining a safe and supportive is a plus. 37.5 hours per week. environment while building trusting relationships with individuals Benefits available. transitioning from homelessness to housing. The ability to work For a complete list of Job independently as well as part of a committed team is necessary. Opportunities Strong communication and crisis management skills are a must. visit www.csac-vt.org. Experience working in homeless direct service preferred.
COTS provides a very complete benefits package including health, dental, retirement program, short-term disability, an Employee Assistance Program and generous paid time off.
To apply you may choose to contact us by: • Email: apply@csac-vt.org
Please, no phone calls; electronic applications preferred. Positions are open until filled. EOE.
• Mail: CSAC Human Resources 89 Main Street Middlebury, VT 05753
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Office Manager Vermont Youth Orchestra Association has a full-time opening for a highly motivated individual with excellent communication and computer skills. Coordinate Music Center maintenance and improvements; handle rental inquiries, general office duties and database management; and share box office duties at occasional weekend concerts. Ideal candidate will have a basic knowledge of orchestral/choral music. Detailed job description posted at www.vyo.org. Competitive salary and benefits. Please email cover letter, resume and references to caroline@vyo.org before June 21.
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The Converse Home in downtown Burlington is We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and shift differentials looking foror toaschedule full-time cook For more information an interview, please call Donna at 802.862.0401 or e-mail donna@conversehome.com to prepare great meals for our 66 residents. Previous experience required. 272 Church Street, Burlington,Vermont 05401 ServSafe certified is a email: info@conversehome.com www.conversehome.com plus. Work as part of a busy but fun team. Send resume to Karen@ conversehome.com.
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Program Coordinator
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CVCOA Barre Office (1 position)
Information and Assistance Specialist Full Time (40 hours/week) Req: Bachelor’s degree, human services experience, solid computer skills, ability to multitask and work in self-directed environment. If you want to serve the growing elder population in central Vermont, this job puts you on the front lines—in the office and in the field—and will require some regional travel in all seasons! Whether working on the helpline, assisting families and elders with forms, or doing home visits with seniors to connect them to local resources, your work is helping seniors stay independent and healthy in our communities. Interested? Bring a sense of humor and a big heart…
Home Share of Central Vermont (2 positions)
Program and Volunteer Coordinator Full Time (40 hours/week) Req: Bachelor’s degree, human services experience, excellent computer skills. Work with a wide variety of people and environments matching homeseekers and homeowners in innovative, alternative housing program! Ability to multitask, find humor in sensitive situations. Based in Washington County, some regional travel required. Program Assistant Full Time (40 hours/week) Req: Bachelor’s degree, EXCELLENT computer/organizational skills, office experience… sense of humor! Work in a fast-paced office for quickly growing, innovative, home-sharing program in central Vermont. We need YOU to keep us on our toes. The right candidate can start a day answering the phones, switch to client intakes, assist in crisis situations, and have the newsletter done by 4:00. Supportive, close-knit team environment. Each of these positions offers excellent benefits and paid time-off packages, and great work environments! Accepting resumes at: berwin@cvcoa.org through June or until positions are filled. ADA/EOE.
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The Developmental Disabilities Service Area of HowardCenter seeks exceptional people for these opportunities. Contact Marisa Hamilton, 802-488-6571. Shared Parenting home needed for a sweet and caring 10-yearold girl. This active child needs a couple or single woman to bring her swimming, take walks in the park and enjoy everything princess! Experience supporting individuals or children with challenging behavior 4t-Vtcentercrime060910.indd required. Generous stipend, respite budget and dedicated support team provided.
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BuBBly 38-year-old woman seeks a healthy person(s) to provide a home and residential support. She has a great sense of humor, loves to exercise, and enjoys a healthy lifestyle including eating well, working, and regular recreational activities. Ideal candidate(s) enjoy a healthy, fitness-oriented lifestyle. Paid roommate sought for a 26-year-old man in his Winooski, twobedroom apartment. This avid Red Sox fan enjoys movies and sporting events. Ideal candidate is peer-age male with reliable transportation. Become a ProfeSSional roommate—Share an apartment in Winooski with a 47-year-old-woman, who enjoys working on craft projects, shopping and rooting for the Red Sox. She likes being active and spending time with friends and family. She requires some supervision with personal care. Ideal candidate: mature and home most evenings. No smoking and no pets. Generous tax-free stipend and very affordable rent that is shared. 42-year-old dedicated PeoPle watcher is looking for family, couple or single person to provide a nurturing home. She also enjoys car rides, TV and listening to music. Personal care required. Older children and pets ok. Tax-free stipend, respite support staff and respite budget provided. 57-year-old woman needs a quiet, pet-free home in the Greater Burlington area. She enjoys going for walks, watching TV and listening to music. Personal care required. Generous tax-free stipend, respite budget and staff hours included. HowardCenter is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, people of color and persons with disabilities encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to qualified employees.
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Part-time position (up to 0.80 FTE) available at our Westford School to provide individualized and small-group reading support and instruction to students based upon their needs; to collaborate with other educators to plan individualized programs for students with reading disabilities; and to assist with schoolwide implementation of best practices in reading instruction and assessment, including selection of materials, application of research to practice, provision of professional development in the area of reading and evaluation of the effectiveness of the school’s literacy program. Qualified candidates must hold a valid VT Educator license with a Reading/Language Arts Specialist endorsement (3-76), plus meet the HQT requirements for the endorsement. Strong background in differentiated instruction and team teaching/collaboration preferred. Applications only accepted electronically through www.schoolspring.com (Job ID 37514).
World Language Teacher Part-time (0.70 FTE) position available at our Westford School for a K-8 teacher of French or Spanish to provide introductory instruction to students in grades K-6 and more formalized instruction to students in grades 7 and 8 that will coordinate with 9th-grade foreign language curriculum. Candidates will need to hold or be immediately willing to seek a valid VT Educator license with a K-12 foreign language endorsement in either French or Spanish. Strong background in differentiated instruction and experience using digital-aged tools as resources for teaching and learning preferred. Applications only accepted electronically through www.schoolspring.com (Job ID 37515).
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Print Production manager Jager Di Paola Kemp, a highprofile, progressive design studio located in Burlington, Vt., seeks a skilled Print Production Manager to turn concepts into reality on time and on budget. Ideal candidate will possess thorough knowledge of print, packaging, retail environment and POS production. Must have a minimum of three years of production experience in a relevant industry. Excellent communication and problemsolving skills, attention to detail and customer-service skills a must. Send resume and cover letter to: Hr @ JdK, 47 maple St., Burlington, Vt 05401, or email hr@jdk.com. EOE.
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to represent victims of domestic, sexual and dating violence, and stalking in legal proceedings arising as a result of their victimization. Safeline is a feminist organization dedicated to ending physical, emotional and sexual violence against women and girls through direct service, education, advocacy and social change in Orange County and northern Windsor County. The successful applicant will be admitted to practice in Vermont, have at least three years experience, preferably in family law, have an understanding of domestic and sexual violence and the unique needs of victims and survivors. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. People from diverse communities encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Nika Graci, Executive Director, Safeline P.O. Box 368, Chelsea, VT 05038, or via email to nika@safelinevt.org. Application deadline: June 20, 2010.
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Sierra Club: Full-time Conservation Organizer to work in Montpelier, Vt. Grassroots organizing and education in support of wildlife habitat protection, chapter membership development and other conservation-related activities such as watershed protection. Visit web address below to see job description and follow instructions to submit a cover letter and resume.
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The Nature Conservancy (TNC) has an immediate opening for a communications intern. Based in Montpelier, Vt., resp. inc. event planning, photography, writing, graphics and general communications support. We seek a professional, creative, can-do person to play a key role in preparations. for our 50th anniversary celebration on Aug. 28. This is a short-term position paying $10/hr. (up to 20 hours per week).
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Champlain College seeks qualified individuals for the following open positions. To find out more information about these position and to apply online, please visit www.champlain.edu/hr. For all positions, the successful completion of a criminal background check is required. Champlain College values, supports and encourages diversity of backgrounds, cultures and perspectives of students, faculty and staff. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Operations Manager, Division of Continuing Professional Studies (CPS) Provide overall coordination and management support to all academic administrative functions within the division, which is responsible for serving adults in programs online and on campus. Manage course scheduling, budgets, adjunct faculty contract preparation, new hire logistics and curriculum development/revision processes. Provide proactive, high-level administrative and coordination support to the Division Dean and Associate Dean in meeting enrollment and program quality goals. Act as a communication point person and problem solver to the division’s faculty and staff as well as other college academic and administrative offices.
Annual Giving Coordinator, Office of Development and Alumni Relations Seek an energetic individual to assist with annual giving/fundraising special events for donors, parent relations, and college functions. Oversee the solicitation of alumni, parents, and friends of the College by coordinating the phone-a-thon program, supervising a staff of student callers, and the preparation of data for caller readiness. Contribute to parent relations and annual giving websites and social media sites, publication of parent relations e-newsletter, compile statistics from tracking and benchmarking programs, and provide assistance to the Director.
Operations Manager, Office of International Education (OIE) Part time, 20 hours per week
Needed are: • desire to gain experience with TNC and belief in our mission to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive. • knowledge and/or coursework relating to communications and marketing • proven experience in writing, photography, graphic design. • strong organizational skills and attention to detail. • ability to work independently and to take direction. • valid driver’s license.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all procedures, special projects and budgets within the office. OIE is multifunctional and oversees all processes associated with the design, delivery and administration of all international education programs and related policies and protocols. Collaborate with various campus entities to coordinate office functions including event scheduling and management, travel and conference arrangements, official visits, course offerings and catalogue for Champlain Abroad programs. Maintain the OIE annual calendar that coordinates all academic and nonacademic events, including study abroad fairs, site visits, recruitment visits, marketing schedules, and organize the Associate Provost’s calendar. Help review and maintain website in cooperation with OIE staff and maintain professional memberships. Participate in the creation and maintenance of the office’s budget and order office supplies.
TO APPLY, send an email to Susan Reid, Communications & Philanthropy Manager, sreid@tnc.org, with a:
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of the prepared fare at the winter Burlington Farmers Market was sourced from afar, ANGEL “SONNY” ORSINI of ORSINI’S BBQ decided to see if he could make some changes. Although he says he recognizes the value of using local products — and has read Michael Pollan’s The Omnivore’s Dilemma — Orsini was having trouble sourcing Vermont meat for his smoky, traditional ’cue. Smaller local suppliers couldn’t sell him just the cuts he needed — many deal in whole animals — but he wasn’t ordering enough to contract with bigger businesses. With a little perseverance, though, Orsini was able to buy brisket from BOYDEN
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After a Seven Days article (“Season’s Eatings,” April 21, 2010) pointed out how much
When THE BARN DOOR RESTAURANT at 1824 HOUSE INN opened on Thursday in Waitsfield, ultra-local fare took a turn for the creative. Owners CONNIE and DEAN MENDELL recruited LUKE STONE, the chef from their Rochester restaurant THE VILLAGE PORCH BAR & BISTRO, to concoct a selection of greatest hits from around the world. The menu, which relies heavily on produce from Mad River Valley farms, is divided into small, medium and large plates. Stone prides himself on making items such as bacon and pasta from scratch. Like his mentors, MAURA O’SULLIVAN and CHARLES REEVES of PENNY CLUSE CAFÉ, he creates his own sausages and pickles. Try ’em all on a plate that comes with ’kraut-topped bratwurst, pickled cukes and fries. His popular pad Thai from The Village Porch is available, too. Each week, The Barn Door features products from one local farm in a roster of specials. This week, cucumbers from HARTSHORN’S SANTA DAVIDA FARM star in dishes including lamb gyros and cucumber granita with an anise-and-cinnamon cookie. Next week, diners can expect oxtail ravioli, corned beef and, according to Stone, “a spiced-up burger” courtesy of GAYLORD FARM. The following week, a whole pig will arrive from SHUTTLEWORTH FARM. Monday is barbecue night, when families gather for a prix-fixe dinner of green salad, a choice of smoked ribeye, chicken or pulled pork, corn, potato salad, and coleslaw. Those who ascend to The Barn Door’s “Hayloft” will find a more casual scene, with comfy leather couches and a bite-sized menu. There you can try fries with chervil aioli, country pâté and a selection of Vermont cheeses. Just be sure to comb the straw out of your hair afterward.
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When KIM THOMAS, single mother of one, works in her tiny garden, neighbors often swing by to pay her compliments. “I’ve had people stop me as I’m watering or weeding to say it looks wonderful,” she says. “I’ve had kids come over and ask me about it.” Her own 3-year-old son is a big fan, too. “He thinks it’s so exciting to pick a lettuce sprout and eat it,” Thomas says. “He’s fascinated by all kinds of growing things.” But unless something changes, Thomas’ garden, currently lush with peas, onions, celery and cherrytomato plants, will be gone on June 20. Located in a common area of the New North End’s Northgate Apartments — owned by Massachusettsbased Maloney Properties Inc. — her plants, along with others in similar courtyards around the property, are slated for removal. Why? According to Northgate Community Builder ABIGAIL RUSSELL, residents have their own backyards where they can grow flowers or vegetables. Although gardening in the courtyards is not explicitly prohibited, leaving personal items in the shared spaces is. It’s common sense, she implies, to conclude that patches of lawn aren’t intended to be tilled and turned into individual gardens. But, Russell admits, nobody wants Northgate residents, many of whom are low income and qualify for Section 8 housing, to lose the opportunity to grow their own food. When it’s time to move the gardens out of the common space, she
says, AmeriCorps volunteers will be on hand to help with transplants. Northgate has also worked with the community garden at STARR FARM to offer $10 plots to residents. In the future, the complex may create its own community garden. But Thomas, whose own backyard area is too shady to sustain sun-loving plants such as tomatoes and peppers, isn’t optimistic about either solution. “Moving a garden in June just doesn’t make sense,” she suggests. “Not much is going to transplant well at this point.” Plus, she says, if residents have to head off site to Starr Farm, neighbors may not be as inclined to help each other weed or share surplus veggies — diluting the community spirit she says Northgate claims to cultivate. Thomas’ hope? That the gardens will be given a pass till the end of the season, and a new policy enforced starting next year. She plans to present her proposal to the board at a community meeting on June 15, with a supportive letter signed by an expert from the UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT EXTENSION and by JIM FLINT of FRIENDS OF BURLINGTON GARDENS. Since she is one of Northgate’s low-income residents, Thomas says worrying about the fate of her vegetables has been “really traumatic.” “There’s money invested in them, in the plants, and in the compost,” she says. “It makes sense to have gardens for financial reasons and for community reasons.”
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Meals for Minors « P.44 One cardinal — and counterintuitive — rule: Kids should never show up at a restaurant hungry. Food writer and UVM communications specialist Lee Ann Cox, who has a 9- and a 6-year-old, notes, “If they’re really starving, their idea of a long wait can be measured in seconds.” Like Cox, d’Arabian always offers a snack beforehand, and brings another one along just in case. Most of these parents agree that even nonpicky kids should be exposed to new foods at home rather than in restaurants. “Do I get them the halibut poached in olive oil served on braised Swiss chard?” d’Arabian asks. “No. That’s 30 bucks out of my pocket for nothing. It’s not the time for them to learn to like crazy things.” For frugality’s sake, Oski agrees, “I’m not inclined to order something for [my 6-year-old] unless I’m sure she’s going to eat it.” Lane does things a bit differently with her sons, whom she calls “pretty good eaters.” At Sonoma Station in Richmond, one of her family’s favorites, she’ll narrow the menu down to a couple of options, such as quesadillas or peanut noodles with beef. “Too much choice is not a good thing,” she suggests. “We’ll say, ‘There’s this or this,’ and they’re usually fine with whatever.” A good mac ’n’ cheese or a burger with hand-cut fries generally makes it onto the list. Sometimes even restaurants that offer special options for children get a bit too fancy. “I think sometimes [eateries] think they have kids’ options, but they feel the need to embellish them in some way that kids don’t want,” Cox says. “In my experience, going to a restaurant isn’t fun for anybody if the children don’t enjoy the food.” In short: Chefs, leave the fried capers and the dusting of smoked paprika for the grown-ups. What should restaurants do to be more kid friendly? Susan Holson, copublisher of Kids VT, has some ideas. Children’s meals should be delivered
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a few minutes early, to give parents a chance to cut up meat and make sure items aren’t too hot, but not so early that the kids are sated and restless before their parents can fork up a bite. Coloring books and trivia cards make things fun for families, and keeping nutrition a priority — by automatically offering sides of apple sauce or broccoli instead of French fries, for example — will earn an eatery a gold star. But the main thing Holson looks for is flexibility. “If the kid wants butter on the spaghetti and it only comes with red sauce, that’s going to be a problem,” she notes. “Most children are picky.” Needless to say, there will be occasions when even the best-behaved youngsters are pushed beyond their limits. That’s when coloring books, toys and understanding restaurant staffers are extra important. For times like those, d’Arabian has what she calls a “go-to emergency strategy that I can use at almost any restaurant, anywhere.” What’s the secret? Ice cream. “If they’re flipping, if there are meltdowns, I’ll say, ‘Can you bring them each a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and the check?’” she says. “That buys me 10 minutes, maybe 20.”
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For the younger set, norma’s offers fun food such as soft pretzels and veggie plates with dips. Chicken fingers are made in-house from misty Knoll chicken and crumbs from harvest market bread. when it comes to entrées, timms likes to offer smaller, less-expensive versions of his adult dishes, including a petite filet mignon and the fish of the day. For dessert, families can gather around the fire pit and roast up s’mores.
Plenty of places will cater to kids when asked, but here are a few Vermont spots that are particularly kid friendly.
Hearth & candle, 4323 Vt Route 108 South, Smugglers’ Notch Resort, Jeffersonville, 644-8090
Fire & Ice Restaurant, 26 Seymour Street, middlebury, 388-7166
Healthy Living café, 222 Dorset Street, South Burlington, 863-2569
open Arms café, 52 Harbor Road, Shelburne, 985-9844 why do families fill this casual café? according to owner samantha Cofino, “it sounds boring, but the food is really good for you.” That’s because the wholesome smoothies and sandwiches are all organic and mostly local. The space was built with home-style comfort in mind. There are places for moms to nurse and a special area complete with a chalkboard wall, a play kitchen and well-lit couches where youngsters read picture books. at mealtime, pancakes made with Butterworks Farm buttermilk and served with a side of homemade apple sauce are especially popular.
Lyndonville House of Pizza, 93 main Street, Lyndonville, 626-4500
Flatbread Factory and taproom, Shelburne Bay Plaza, 2989 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, 985-3303 when members of the younger set order at Flatbread Factory, they get more than pizza sticks or chicken tenders. each $5.99 kids’ meal arrives in a brightly colored metal lunch box complete with a portion of teddy Grahams. Kids won’t be bored while they wait, since there’s a fully equipped lounge just for them. Parents can dig into mango nachos and pear-andprosciutto flatbread — washed down with craft brews — knowing that the little ones are enjoying themselves with a train table, chalkboard wall and age-appropriate programming on the flat-screen tV.
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The tVs at this pizzeria are usually tuned to sports, but when a group with bambini enters, they’re quickly switched to cartoons. menus have space on which to draw or color while kids choose between pizza and Greek specialties such as spanakopita. lots of northeast Kingdom youngsters select the pizza place for their birthday parties, and the staff has been known
wednesday is “family table” night at the market. The hot bar is packed with kid-friendly choices, including mac ’n’ cheese and grilled cheese. tables are covered in butcher paper to facilitate the efforts of petite Picassos, and each small fry receives a free dessert (usually a cupcake) and balloons. each month, the learning Center offers a class geared toward young chefs. in the past, they’ve made pretzels and cinnamon buns and even created edible art from fruits and vegetables. The next two sessions will feature veggie spring rolls and Popsicles. healthy living’s farmers market will host special kids’ events on July 11 and september 18, featuring music, face painting and fire trucks. The rest of the time, mini-carts allow little shoppers to help mom and Dad.
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Chef mark timms believes it’s important for children to enjoy fine dining in a grown-up way. he’s eaten in top restaurants with his own kids to give them “a sense of belonging and class, and the confidence that comes from that.”
Foosball, anyone? The game room keeps kids entertained, but food is the focus at this stowe inn’s pair of restaurants. Dinner at The Pub includes burgers and a bread bowl filled with beef stew. Brunch at the Dutch Pancake Café consists of flapjacks in the style of the netherlands filled with a choice of nearly infinite combinations of sweet or savory ingredients. Kids, who often opt for the fruit or candy versions, can get their names or a special greeting written on top in powdered sugar.
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Junior diners reign at this popular steak house. tours of the kitchen and the lobster tanks are common, and general manager/exectutive chef Patrick needham says the only reason kids aren’t rolling around on the floor is that “someone may trip over them with a tray full of hot dinners.” to keep the little ones occupied, there’s “children’s theater”: while mom and Dad dig into “king’s cut” prime rib or Champagne chicken, Junior can hang in a room stocked with 45 videos. every $7.99 kids’ meal comes with a trip to the salad bar, where kids go cuckoo for the monument Farms chocolate milk dispenser.
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akash Parikh and shawn Calley — hearth & Candle owners and dads — know how to satisfy both fussy and adventurous eaters while making what could be a stuffy fine-dining experience fun for patrons of all ages. They offer two menus for young ’uns. One, featuring chicken fingers and hot dogs, is geared toward smaller kids with less-developed palates. The “young diners’” menu is for older children with more sophisticated tastes. it boasts the Oscar Jr., a 5-ounce filet mignon with grilled jumbo shrimp, mashed potatoes and green beans. “sammy” is salmon with risotto. every kids’ menu features a drawing to color, and each day the children’s pièces de résistance are entered in a contest. The winner receives a free sundae. Despite all the fun and games, grown-ups don’t have to worry about their families getting too rowdy: There’s a separate adults-only dining room away from the hustle and bustle.
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aioli for the burgers and fries; and sandwich toppings such as grilled apples, house-pickled jalapeños and garlicky local mushrooms. The excellence of the ingredients shows in every dish. An ultra-fresh salad was topped with garlicky croutons and the first peas I’ve seen this season, although the chunks of somewhat bitter turnip were too large for my taste. Smoked summer sausage tasted great The Farmhouse Tap & Grill, 160 Bank Street, Burlington, 859-0888.
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In some ways, however, the Farmhouse’s newness showed. On one visit, the drink ticket printer malfunctioned, and it took nearly 30 minutes to get an initial round of beers. A pleasantly mustardy steak tartare came atop slightly soggy potato “crisps.” And, while it appears to be trendy to blacken the edges of grilled bread — they do it at Bluebird Tavern, too — I find that the flavor of char, though not unpleasant, can interfere with the taste of more delicate foods. Then there’s the much-discussed issue of burger doneness. Some diners have complained about receiving overdone burgers at the Farmhouse. For my part, on two occasions I ordered medium-rare burgers that turned out closer to true rare — leading my chef-husband to point out that cooking ground-meat patties is a bit tricky. Unlike steaks and poultry, where firmness is a direct indicator of doneness, compact burgers can feel dense while they’re still bloody on the inside. And, because they cook so quickly, it’s harder to grab them at the right moment. In a few more weeks, the kitchen should have it all figured out. The meatloaf and the chicken and biscuits were both cooked just right. But I wish the menu had indicated the latter’s nontraditional presentation: Instead of the biscuit-topped stew I was expecting, I received a chicken leg on top of (delicious) biscuits, with a tangy, creamy sauce and a few crisp-tender vegetables on the side.
The Farmhouse staff has clearly been well trained. On one visit, our brisk, confident server cheerfully answered questions even though the dining room was packed. I was impressed when she remembered to check the origin of the coffee beans — they come from Vermont Artisan Coffee & Tea — after taking a handful of new orders and delivering food to several other tables. Given the Farmhouse’s extensive use of local ingredients, prices are surprisingly reasonable. Beef and venison burgers, with flavorful “house” toppings included, run $12. That’s what Smokejacks was charging when it closed nearly two years ago. Compared with many restaurants, $9 for a three-selection cheese plate is a deal, and the most expensive entrées, meatloaf and chicken and biscuits, are just $17. But don’t expect a bargain on the brews, which are some of the finest the United States and Europe have to offer. The most expensive bottle on the menu, imported from Belgium, goes for $42. A few 750-milliliter offerings from Allagash in Maine, which makes incredible barrel-aged beers, ring up closer to $30. But among the 24 draft beers and numerous bottles, plenty are delightful and affordable, from German sour beers to hoppy IPAs. Not into booze? Locally made Rookie’s Root Beer is also on draft, and you may get your pint straight from Rookie’s co-owner Jenny Rooke, a Farmhouse staffer. Farmhouse is the spot downtown for quality burgers made with care and offered with novel toppings and condiments. With five regular options — beef, venison, soy, turkey and portabella — that’s true whether you’re a vegetarian or a meat eater. The rest of the menu isn’t huge, but expect to see it expand. Certain types of charcuterie, for example, take months to cure and will appear as they are ready. In the interim, nightly specials help keep things fresh. With a start this busy and solid, I expect The Farmhouse Tap & Grill to grow swiftly into one of downtown Burlington’s beloved restaurants. I hope Chef Phillip Clayton, formerly sous chef at Hen of the Wood in Waterbury, gets even more creative with the dinner entrées. And when the place starts serving lunch this month, I expect to be a regular patron. There are more sedate places to experience farm-to-table dining. But with its size, price point and location, this restaurant likely will make new converts to the concept. m
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SD: You’ve worked some pretty odd jobs along the way, includ- Sharon Jones ing as a correctional officer at Rikers Island. I’ve heard you used to sing to the inmates. SJ: One time. That happened one would step in and I would close the time. They refused to lock up until I sang cells up. “Greatest Love [of All].” SD: There is renewed interest in “clasSD: Of all the songs… sic” soul lately, including a lot of youngSJ: They were joking, but they were reer bands mining the genre for original ally serious. They would stand in front material of their own. Why now? of their cells, and I would sing. They
SJ: It never ended, to me. It’s always been like this, but it’s just that certain people are talking about it. Once people like … Mark [Ronson] did the thing with Amy [Winehouse], it’s, like, “Oh, she won a Grammy for doing old school. I wanna do old school, too.” They all think they can do old school, but they can’t, because they don’t know what’s going on. You’re doing old school with digital stuff. How are these young kids gonna do old school and sing soul music when they trying to sing pop, doing these things to their voices like … you know, I can’t even do it. But that’s not soul. That’s not old school. You can get these young kids and give ’em this old-school music. But it ain’t gonna sound right. SD: But there are some acts who seem to be doing it right — JC Brooks, Ryan Shaw, Black Joe Lewis. SJ: Sure. They wanna do it and that’s good. But we kept it alive. That’s what makes us different. We never gave up. We never did stop. These young people, they’ll experiment. But look at Amy. What’s she doing now? How many years has it been? Some folks are still into it, but nobody is serious. Me? I’m old school. Fifty-four years old. So I’m not gonna be changing. You won’t hear me doing no rap or hip-hop stuff. If anything, people will be coming to me to collaborate on some old school, some soul music. SD: Well, you have been doing a lot of collaborating lately. You stopped by the Phish Halloween show in California last year to do Exile on Main St. Do you think they might return the favor
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SD: There was also the collaboration with michael Bublé on “Saturday Night Live.” That helped raise your profile. SJ: Those things have helped us a lot. I pick up these papers and they’ve got me in the celebrity section. And I’m, like, “What in the world? I’m a celebrity now?” It’s amazing.
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SD: Having seen some of the larger shows, it seems like you really try to retain that closeness with the audience. SJ: I love that. I mean, that’s my high. To stand there and just look at their faces … that’s my enjoyment. And if I ever start singing and I can’t see that, once that goes away, it’s time for me to stop singing. m
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SD: Well, you are regarded as one of the major torchbearers keeping soul music alive. SJ: I’m realizing that! And it’s a great title to have. I’m creating a piece of history here, and I realize that now.
SD: The first time I saw you was several years ago in front of maybe 100 people at a small room here in Burlington. But now you’re selling out the Apollo, playing Bonnaroo, touring Europe. Do you ever miss those intimate club shows? SJ: No. We don’t miss them. [Laughs] No, really, those shows are a part of your experience and we like that closeness. But we’ve worked hard, that’s the time we put in. But now that we’re [playing bigger shows], I’m grateful. You miss it and you don’t miss it. When you’re playing those little clubs, you have to do so many, you have to go out every day. I can’t be singing like that anymore. I can do three or four days, but give me some rest. I need a day off.
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Jazz, the Other White Meat
Greetings, race fans. And welcome to week two of your annual “Jazz Free Zone” “Soundbites” column, in which I make a concerted effort not to mention anything about the ongoing Burlington Discover Jazz Festival. With the exception of that last sentence. Ahem. Actually, I’m going to break the rules and briefly mention two acts that caught my ears over BDJF’s opening weekend. Hey, I made the rule, so I can damn well break it, right? Right. This past Friday, while the majority of Burlington was rocking to Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars on Church Street, I snuck over to Radio Bean and caught one of the hottest combos I’ve seen in a while, yoUSAy Placate. The all-star trio is led by local keyboardist Parker Shper and features the estimable Robinson Morse (Vorcza, Strength in Numbers, viperHouse) on bass and Montréal-based drummer Phil Melanson. Honestly, the band was worth the price of admission — you know, if Radio Bean charged one — if only to experience Melanson, who is among our northern neighbor’s most sought-after players. He is otherwise simply a joy to watch. But this night, the increasingly impressive Bryan McNamara (Strength in Numbers, Souls’ Calling) sat in on sax and blew doors off the room. Word to the wise: McNamara is officially a monster. Each member of yoUSAy Placate is playing in various ensembles around town this week. Do yourself a favor and seek ’em out.
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The second group that got my attention was of a slightly different variety but no less impressive: Anna Pardenik & the Holy Smoke-Off, Saturday in the alley at American Flatbread. Pardenik is a throwback in the finest sense. Her stunning, full-throated voice resonated through the cozy brick patio almost as though it were crackling through the speaker of an old Victrola. And her backing band, whether on retro jazz numbers or eclectic indie-folk originals, was charmingly ragged, which regular readers know I love. Of course, any band that ably employs a musical saw is aces in my book. You can catch Pardenik and the HSO this coming Saturday afternoon at the City Hall Stage. And I suggest you do.
Discover … Other Music, Part 2
Peter Negroponte has a problem with the
jazz fest. (Déjà vu, anyone?) Actually, he doesn’t. But John Coltrane does. I received a number of responses to last week’s bit about the Negroponte-curated Other Music Festival, which is currently underway at Burlington’s North End Studio. Most were from curious readers anxious to check out some good experimental music. But one letter, from a certain “John Coltrane,” offered a different take. “If you really want to know what local jazz musicians think of the Discover Jazz Festival,” the late sax legend somehow writes, “I humbly suggest you seek out and talk to the top PROFESSIONALS in the area, not former/current UVM students.
There are plenty of seasoned pros who will (happily) bend your ear.” ’Trane goes on to imply, specifically, a rift between local jazz players and the powers that be. He closes with this provocative line: “Not to mention how dangerous it is to water down a jazz festival with unmistakably pop, bluegrass and folk music. Not that these are poorquality bands, but they belong in a jazz festival as much as Sonny Rollins belongs at a country music festival.” Actually, that would be awesome. In 1957 Rollins recorded an album called Way Out West, which featured a number of jazzy takes on country-and-western tunes — and a picture of Rollins in a cowboy getup. Hey, WOKO, got any openings at the Country Club this year? Anyway, it seems I have my very own version of Deep Throat. (The informant, not the film … ahem.) Either that or I have a direct line to the afterlife, which raises all manner of existential questions. Most notably: Heaven has email? As of this writing, none of said professionals, all caps or otherwise, have come forward to air their grievances. Frankly, I doubt they will, especially as most local pro jazz players are probably a little busy, um, playing in the Jazz Fest. And it’s not as though the increasingly liberal definition of the genre at “jazz” festivals is a new phenomenon — have you seen the lineup for Montreal yet? Hello, Lionel Ritchie! However, I have since spoken to that rabble-rousing former UVM student Peter Negroponte, who started this whole mess — and possibly opened a vortex to the undead. “It’s really not an anti-Jazz-Fest thing,” he says of his newly minted festival. “It’s really just a chance for us to do our own thing. The Jazz Fest can do their thing, and we’ll just have all the freaks who slip through the cracks at the North End Studio.” Well put. Even better is what Negroponte wrote in his grant proposal to the New England Conservatory — which was accepted and is being used to fund a live recording of the “other” festival. In it, he states his vision for the OMF is simply “to provide a place for forward-thinking musical projects to perform in an artistic community center that supports the creative and experimental arts.” And that is exactly what he has done,
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• Yes, it’s technically a BDJF show, but the dual CD release party for Japhy Ryder and Strength in Numbers — speaking of Bryan McNamara — at Nectar’s this Saturday is going to be bananas. I have both records and they are, quite simply, killer. And, come to think of it, I wouldn’t classify either band as “jazz.” Maybe “Coltrane” is on to something after all. • In other non-jazz BDJF show news, anytime Fattie B grabs a mic, it’s newsworthy. This Thursday, Queen City hip-hop’s elder statesman reunites his all-star Beat Biters (McNamara again) for a local hip-hop showcase at Club Metronome. • The Vermont Movie Summer Concert Series gets under way this Friday at the Vermont College of Fine Arts auditorium in Montpelier. The four-date series is a fundraising effort for — drum roll, please — The Vermont Movie, a collaboration of 20 VT filmmakers documenting the state’s “history of independence.” Rocking for liberty (and money) are Montpeculiar favorites Bossman, Polyester and Mad Man 3. • Speaking of Montpelier, happy birthday to the mini Skinny Pancake, which turns 1 year old this Sunday. To celebrate, the capital crêperie is hosting an entire day of free live music from the likes of Joe Fletcher of the Wrong Reasons, the “Soundbites”-approved Brown Bird, Josh Panda and, the coup de grace, smokin’ grass from Doug Perkins, Mike Santosusso and Matt Schrag. • Also 1 year old this weekend is the Middlebury venue Stone Leaf Teahouse. This Friday, it’s hosting ace father-son gypsy-jazz combo They Might Be Gypsies. • Burlington’s New Moon Café kicks off a weekly benefit series this Friday with Plattsburgh’s For the Kid in the Back (aka Justin Passino). The shows’ beneficiaries will change each month, but for the remainder of June proceeds go to Freedom in Creation, which aids former child soldiers and provides safe drinking water to children in Uganda. • Fans of quirky, lo-fi indie-pop, take note: Tony Castles at The Monkey House this Thursday. You’re welcome. • Fans of quirky lo-fi indie-folk, take note: Les Shelleys at Radio Bean this Saturday. You’re also welcome. • And, last but not least, a hearty “Welcome home!” to The Vacant Lots! The garagepsych duo is back from touring with Spectrum, and will rock a psychedelic homecoming gig at Club Metronome on Wednesday, June 16, with Philly’s The asteroid no. 4 and The High Dials. m
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Music critics are a skeptical bunch, but sometimes you just gotta believe — in the promise of something genuine, INSIDE SEVEN DAYS spirited and sincere. Sure, five Queen City THURSDAYS > 8:00 p.M kids calling themselves “Prana” — the Sanskrit translates to “vital life” — might seem a bit hokey. But the band traverses genres so fluidly, one wonders if there’s WATCH BURlINgTON ElECTRIC COmmISSION, a bodhisattva in the mix. Indeed, from 7/8 mTg. its high-gloss trappings to its ambitious, www.cHANNel17.oRG 13-track set (coproduced by Lane Gibson), Moments is suffused with worldly, veteran gET mORE INfO OR WATCH ONlINE AT vermont cam.org • retn.org craftsmanship. At times ablaze and CHANNEl17.ORg strikingly soulful, Prana’s radio-ready debut is one hit shy of a tour bus out of Burlington. “Precious” is a confident opener that 16t-retnSTANDARD.indd 1 6/4/10 4:48:01 PM charges fearlessly toward stadium rock. Rather than warm the engine, vocalist Paul Poltz strains to reach elusive notes, while ace guitarist Sam Crawford fires through leads. Moments is littered with little gaspproducing, well, moments — such as Josh Glass’ pitch-perfect piano work that closes out “Me & You.” Or Colin McCaffrey’s textured viola intros. Few acts can spike Americana with bluesy solos, then deftly turn to a touching ballad. But Poltz and guest vocalist Amber deLaurentis bring “The Circle” to compelling heights, orbiting each other in a neoclassical duet that you just don’t see coming. Up-tempo filler such as “I Ain’t Got No Where to Go” moves the recording pleasingly along, while “Yesterday People” is a romp so cheery that you forgive its Samples-esque stylings. Still, it is the band’s blue-collar suite that proves magnetic. Solemn and affecting, “The Factory” resonates with song writer 06.09.10-06.16.10
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Kris Gruen, Part of It All (MOTHER WEST, CD)
There is a fallacy in rock ’n’ roll that vitality, innovation and edginess are the domain of the young. True, the industry tends to favor youth and, often more importantly, beauty. But there is something to be said for experience. Nuance, depth and worldly wisdom can only be gained through accumulating years. While fresh-faced youngsters can offer base titillation, few moments in music are more thrilling than witnessing a veteran songwriter reach the peak of his or her powers. Montpelier’s Kris Gruen has done just that with his second album, Part of It All. A follow-up to his promising 2007 debut, Lullaby School, the sophomore effort finds Gruen harnessing his considerable skills and establishing himself as one of the state’s finest pop craftsmen. The title track opens the record. Lithe guitars skip through dissonant changes and set the scene for Gruen. “Stone in my plow, bread from the grain / Best of your words running deep down in my vein,” he sings with playful bravado. But it’s a setup, and we get our first glimpse of his seasoned acumen. What begins as a breezily familiar melody explodes into a purposeful march at the chorus. Where Lullaby School featured
at his most self-righteous. The gently churning “Red Doors” rescues the album from its brief malaise. “In the park beneath the arch, that’s where I chased those girls / With teeth on top of my lips, I ran then rested in their curls,” Gruen croons with nostalgic whimsy. “Home” is a clever, vivacious, accordionled romp, which leads into “Driving Snow” and the record’s graceful benediction, “Of Cordoban Kings (Abderrahman III).” Artfully conceived and expertly executed, Part of It All is nearly a masterstroke. Sophisticated, spirited and cunning, Kris Gruen is, undoubtedly, a master. Gruen celebrates with an album release party at the Higher Ground Showcase Lounge this Friday. Burlington faves Lendway and Lowell Thompson & Crown Pilot join in.
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CLAIRE’S RESTAURANT & BAR: Blue Fox (blues), 7:30 p.m., Free.
LEUNIG’S BISTRO & CAFÉ: Deja Nous (jazz), noon, Free. Parker Shper Trio (jazz), 3 p.m., Free. Juliet McVicker (jazz), 5 p.m., Free. Will Patton (gypsy jazz), 8 p.m., Free.
BEE’S KNEES: Dave Keller (blues), 7:30 p.m., Donations.
PARKER PIE CO.: Good Ol’ Wagon (folk), 8 p.m., Free.
RADIO BEAN: Elbow Room (jazz), 4 p.m., Free. Jazz Sessions (jazz), 6 p.m., Free. Shane Hardiman Trio (jazz), 8 p.m., Free. Anthony Santor Group (jazz), 11 p.m., $3.
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RASPUTIN’S: 101 Thursdays with Pres & DJ Dan (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free/$5. 18+.
OLIVE RIDLEY’S: Karaoke with Ben Bright and Ashley Kollar, 6 p.m., Free. Therapy Thursdays with DJ NYCE (Top 40), 10:30 p.m., Free.
RED SQUARE: Selector Dubee (reggae), 6 p.m., Free. Vorcza (jazz), 8 p.m., Free. A-Dog Presents (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free. RED SQUARE BLUE ROOM: DJ Cre8 (house), 9 p.m., Free. R’ RÁ IRISH PUB: Longford Row (Irish), 8 p.m., Free. THE SCUFFER STEAK & ALE HOUSE: PJ Davidian Trio (jazz), 7 p.m., Free. THE SKINNY PANCAKE: Nicole Carey & Handmade Blues (folk), 4:30 p.m., $5 donation. The Mumbles, Tiffany Pfeiffer & The Discarnate Band (neo-soul), 9 p.m., $5 donation. SPLASH AT THE BOATHOUSE: Bob Wagner and D. Davis (acoustic), 5 p.m., Free. VERMONT PUB & BREWERY: Seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 10 p.m., Free.
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ON TAP: The Growlers (blues), 5 p.m., Free. The Blame (rock), 9 p.m., Free.
PARK PLACE TAVERN: Cousin It (rock), 9 p.m., Free.
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LANGDON STREET CAFÉ: Honky Tonk Happy Hour with Mark LeGrand & His Lovesick Band (country), 6 p.m., Donations. Full Tang (world music), 10 p.m., Donations.
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CITY LIMITS: Top Hat Entertainment Dance Party (Top 40), 9 p.m., Free. ON THE RISE BAKERY: Justin Levinson Band (rock), 8 p.m., Donations. STONE LEAF TEAHOUSE: They Might Be Gypsies (gypsy jazz), 5 p.m., Free.
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noted Vermont saxophonist MICHAEL ZSOLDOS has done just that, unleashing a dazzling
THE BREWSKI: Noisy Neighbors (rock), 9 p.m., $2.
make good. With the release of his eponymous quartet’s debut album Off the Cuff,
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collection of reimagined classics and inspired originals. This Thursday, he’ll celebrate
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TWO BROTHERS TAVERN: Happy Hour with Will Parini (acoustic), 5 p.m., Free. Snuggleuptogus (eclectic DJ), 10 p.m., Free.
GUEST PERFORMERS: Manchild, D’Moja, Sarazino, Bajah & the Dry-eyed Crew, Rough Francis, Ben Arsenal, Dj Don P, Japhy Ryder, Casio Bastard, The Problematics & more.
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THE RESERVOIR RESTAURANT & TAP ROOM: Rise Up Sound (reggae), 9:30 p.m., Free.
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Naked TurTle: Party Wolf (rock), 10 p.m., Free. Olive ridley’s: Benjamin Bright (singersongwriter), 6 p.m., Free.
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242 MaiN: End of a Year (hardcore), 7 p.m., $7. AA. aMericaN FlaTbread: The sweet Remains (folk rock), 5:30 p.m., Free. Anthony santor Group (jazz), 9 p.m., Free. bluebird TaverN: Tiffany Pfeiffer (neo-soul), 9 p.m., Free.
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1/2 lOuNge: George Voland and Friends (jazz), 3 p.m., Free. steve Hartmann (singer-songwriter), 5 p.m., Free. 3rd Wheel Duo (jazz), 7:30 p.m., Free. Funhouse special Edition with DJs Rob Douglas, moonflower & Friends (house), 10 p.m., Free.
club MeTrONOMe: Retronome (’80s dance party), 10 p.m., $5. FlyNN MaiNsTage: sonny Rollins (jazz), 8 p.m., $50-80. 6/8/10 8:45:19 AM
It’s a Small World
In response to widespread deforestation resulting from slash-and-burn agriculture in her native Madagascar, songwriter
razia said
crafted a moving ode to her
homeland, the widely acclaimed Zebu Nation. The record, released on local imprint Cumbancha, is a multicultural masterpiece that features some of her country’s
finest
indigenous
talents,
framed by Said’s fanciful globetrotting musical sensibilities. These are soulful, heartfelt musings that can truly be called “world music.” This Friday she’ll perform at Parima Main Stage in Burlington.
FraNNy O’s: Balance DJ & Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free. greeN rOOM: Envy with T-Watt & Joe Hennessey (house), 10 p.m., Free. HalvOrsON’s upsTreeT caFé: motortown Revival (soul), 8 p.m., $5. HigHer grOuNd ballrOOM: Who’s Bad: The ultimate michael Jackson Tribute Band (pop), 9 p.m., $12/14. AA. HigHer grOuNd sHOwcase lOuNge: Tift merritt, Jason collett (singer-songwriters), 8:30 p.m., $14/16. AA. Jp’s pub: Dave Harrison’s starstruck Karaoke, 10 p.m., Free. leuNig’s bisTrO & caFé: Dan silverman Trio (jazz), 11 a.m., Free. Queen city Hot club (jazz), 2 p.m., Free. cordial Quintet (jazz), 5 p.m., Free. Trio Gusto (jazz), 8 p.m., Free. THe liviNg rOOM: Donna Foster mendicino (singer-songwriter), 7:30 p.m., $20. MarriOTT HarbOr lOuNge: The Trio featuring Paul cassarino, Tracie cassarino & Jeff Wheel (acoustic), 8 p.m., Free.
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Miguel’s ON MaiN: Naquele Tempo (Latin jazz), 7 p.m., Free.
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THe MONkey HOuse: Blowtorch, cave Bees (surf-noir, rock), 9 p.m., $5. Muddy waTers: Naquele Tempo (Latin jazz), 9 p.m., Free. NecTar’s: cody sargent & Friends (jazz), 5 p.m., Free. mike Pedersen (solo acoustic), 7 p.m., Free. strength in Numbers, Japhy Ryder Double Album Release Party (hip-pop, prog rock), 9 p.m., $6. NigHTcrawlers: General Lee (rock), 9 p.m., Free.
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ON Tap: High Rollers (rock), 9 p.m., Free. pariMa MaiN sTage: G calvin Weston (avant garde), 10 p.m., $10. radiO beaN: Ethan snyder Project (experimental), 12:30 a.m., Free. in india & Pantheon Arks (experimental), 6 p.m., Free. Les shelleys: Tom Brosseau & Angela correa with shelly short (indie), 8 p.m., Free. Xander Naylor Trio (experimental), 10 p.m., Free.
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raspuTiN’s: Nastee (hip-hop), 10 p.m., Free. red square: DJ Raul (salsa), 5 p.m., Free. mandarax (jazz), 6 p.m., Free. spiritual Rez (reggae), 9 p.m., $3. DJ A-Dog (hip-hop), 11:30 p.m., $3. r’ rá irisH pub: Kenny mehler (rock), 10 p.m., Free.
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THe skiNNy paNcake: Lenox Lewis Trio (jazz), 2 p.m., $5 donation. soft session with mohanty Krag Duo (jazz), 6:30 p.m., $5 donation. The Wrong Reasons, Brown Bird (indie folk), 9 p.m., $5. verMONT pub & brewery: Funkera (funk), 10 p.m., Free.
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gusTO’s: cocktail (rock), 9 p.m., Free. HOsTel Tevere: The Flood (rock), 9 p.m., Free. laNgdON sTreeT caFé: Treat Her Right (rock), 10 p.m., Donations. pOsiTive pie 2: KuFui, Haakon’s Fault (rock), 10:30 p.m., $3.
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ciTy liMiTs: Dance Party with DJ Earl (Top 40), 9 p.m., Free. ON THe rise bakery: Left Eye Jump (blues), 8 p.m., Free. TwO brOTHers TaverN: The Replacement Parts (rock), 10 p.m., $3.
northern
bee’s kNees: The Heckhounds (blues), 7:30 p.m., Donations. THe brewski: Paul Douse & Friends (rock), 9 p.m., $2. MaTTerHOrN: The cop Outs (rock), 9 p.m., $5.
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MONOpOle: Heartland Express (rock), 10 p.m., Free. Naked TurTle: Hot Neon magic (’80s New Wave), 10 p.m., Free. Tabu caFé aNd NigHTclub: All Night Dance Party with DJ Toxic (Top 40), 5 p.m., Free.
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1/2 lOuNge: Funhouse with DJs Rob Douglas, moonflower & Friends (house), 7 p.m., Free. aMericaN FlaTbread: Bob Wagner & Friends: Tribute to the Band (rock), 5:30 p.m., Free. THe blOck gallery: Open mic, 1:30 p.m., Free. HigHer grOuNd sHOwcase lOuNge: End of
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music School Bash: 60 Piece, Pale Fire, The Haps, Wolcott, Kait Boudah, Scarlett Diaz (rock), 6 p.m., $8. AA.
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Leunig’s Bistro & Café: Jenni Johnson Trio (jazz), 10 a.m., Free. Queen City Hot Club (gypsy jazz), 1 p.m., Free. Deja Nous (jazz), 4 p.m., Free. Mike Martin & Geoff Kim (jazz), 7 p.m., Free.
Langdon street Café: DB Leonard (freak folk), 9 p.m., Donations.
the Monkey house: Comedy Night hosted by Kathleen Kanz (standup), 7 p.m., $5. Monty’s oLd BriCk tavern : George Voland JAZZ: with Colin McCaffrey & Don Shabner, 4:30 p.m., Free. neCtar’s: Mi Yard Reggae Night with Big Dog & Demus, 9 p.m., Free. radio Bean: Jo Robin (singer-songwriter), 7:15 p.m., Free. Turtle Ambulance & Quilt (experimental), 10 p.m., Free. red square: Side Pony with Myra Flynn & Gregory Douglass (’80s covers), 8 p.m., Free.
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the skinny PanCake: Joe Fletcher (singersongwriter), 2 p.m., Free. Brown Bird (indie folk), 3 p.m., Free. Joshua Panda (singer-songwriter), 4:30 p.m., Free. JP & the Tough Choices (country), 5:30 p.m., Free. Doug Perkins, Mike Santasusso, Matt Schrag (bluegrass), 7 p.m., Free.
northern
Bee’s knees: Good Ol’ Wagon (folk), 7:30 p.m., Free. the Brewski: Dale and Darcy (acoustic), 8 p.m., Free.
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1/2 Lounge: Heal-In Sessions with Reverence (reggae), 10 p.m., Free. CLuB MetronoMe: S.I.N. Mondays with DJ ZJ (hip-hop), 9 p.m., Free. neCtar’s: Coba Stella (electro-acoustic), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. PariMa Main stage: Jazzed Up Mondays (jazz), 7 p.m., Free (18+). radio Bean: Open Mic, 8 p.m., Free. red square: Hype ‘Em (hip-hop), 11 p.m., Free. rozzi’s Lakeshore tavern: Trivia Night, 8 p.m., Free.
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Langdon street Café: Open Mic, 7 p.m., Free.
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burlington area
CLuB MetronoMe: Bass Culture with DJs Jahson & Nickel B (electronica), 9 p.m., Free.
Contois Music · 217 Pearl St., Essex Jct., VT Auction Preview 10am-6pm through Auction Day
sLide Brook Lodge & tavern: Tattoo Tuesdays with Andrea (jam), 5 p.m., Free.
Contois Music is clearing out current inventory to make room for the expansion of their new Music Education & Retail facility!
champlain valley
two Brothers tavern: Monster Hits Karaoke, 9 p.m., Free.
northern
Bee’s knees: Jay Ekis (rock), 7:30 p.m., Donations. the huB Pizzeria & PuB: Seth Yacovone (solo acoustic blues), 9 p.m., Free.
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1/2 Lounge: DJ Kanga presents: The Lounge Lizard (house), 11:30 p.m., Free. Sirenix: Queen City Songwriter Series with Mark Lavoie (blues), 7 p.m., Free. Songwriters Circle with Myra Flynn (singer-songwriters), 9:30 p.m., Free. Breakwater Café: WIZN & Michelob Mid-Week Break: Gutterpup (rock), 6 p.m., Free. CLuB MetronoMe: The Vacant Lots, The Asteroid No. 4, The High Dials (psych-rock), 9 p.m., $5/8. franny o’s: Karaoke, 9:30 p.m., Free. higher ground showCase Lounge: Josiah Wolf, Chocolate Horse (indie), 8:30 p.m., $6/10. AA. Lift: DJs P-Wyld & Jazzy Janet (hip-hop), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. Manhattan Pizza & PuB: Open Mic with Andy Lugo, 10 p.m., Free. MigueL’s on Main: Dawna Hammers (bossa & blues), 7 p.m., Free. the Monkey house: Familiar Strangers (blues rock), 9 p.m., Free.
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neCtar’s: Peace of Mind Orchestra, The Electric Reason (jam, funk), 9 p.m., Free/$5. 18+. on taP: Paydirt (rock), 7 p.m., Free. radio Bean: Ensemble V (jazz), 7:30 p.m., Free. Irish Sessions, 9 p.m., Free. red square: DJ Cre8 (hip-hop), 11 p.m., Free.
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CharLie o’s: Mark LeGrand (country), 8 p.m., Free. green Mountain tavern: Open Mic with John Lackard, 9 p.m., Free. Langdon street Café: Birch Bones (acoustic), 8 p.m., Donations. Grant Black (rock), 9 p.m., Donations. sLide Brook Lodge & tavern: Open Jam, 9 p.m., Free. Ira Friedman Trio (jazz), 9 p.m., Free.
champlain valley
City LiMits: Karaoke with Balance Entertainment, 9 p.m., Free.
the Monkey house: Hip-Hop Open Mic with Dakota, 10 p.m., Free.
on the rise Bakery: Acoustic Doubleheader (singer-songwriters), 7:30 p.m., Donations.
Monty’s oLd BriCk tavern: Open Mic Night, 6 p.m., Free.
two Brothers tavern: Open Mic Night, 9 p.m., Free.
neCtar’s: Cats Under the Stars (Jerry Garcia Band tribute), 9 p.m., Free.
northern
PariMa aCoustiC Lounge: Poe Jam with dug Nap (poetry), 9 p.m., $1.
Bee’s knees: Chris Lyon (singer-songwriter), 7:30 p.m., Free.
radio Bean: Honky-Tonk Sessions (honky-tonk), 10 p.m., $3.
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CHAMPLAIN PARKWAY INFORMATION MEETING: Area residents learn the facts of the South End road project, paying special attention to economic development. Conference Room, Water Treatment Plant, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 863-9094. ROTARY CLUB OF ESSEX: Rotarians help build goodwill as they organize service goals at weekly social meetings. Nonmembers are welcome to attend. The Essex, Essex, 12:10-1:30 p.m. $15 for members; free to drop in. Info, 233-3612. WINOOSKI COALITION FOR A SAFE AND PEACEFUL COMMUNITY: Neighbors and local businesses help create a thriving Onion City by planning community events, sharing resources, networking and more. O’Brien Community Center, Winooski, 3:30-4:45 p.m. Free. Info, 655-1392, ext.10. WINOOSKI RIVERWALK FESTIVAL PLANNING MEETING: Neighbors pitch in to organize the Onion City’s fifth annual summer celebration. O’Brien Community Center, Winooski, 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 734-6175, events@winooskidowntown. com.
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‘AJAMI’: Nonprofessional actors lend a sense of reality to Scandar Copti and Yaron Shani’s Israeli film about a multi-ethnic neighborhood. Cinema 2, Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. $4-7. Info, 748-2600. ‘VINCERE’: Marco Bellocchio’s 2009 biopic reveals the role of Mussolini’s lover, Ida Dalser, in his political career. Cinema 1, Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. $4-7. Info, 748-2600.
food & drink
ENOSBURG FALLS FARMERS MARKET: A summer bazaar more than 20 years old offers herbs, jellies, vegetables and just-baked goodies in the heart of the village. Lincoln Park, Enosburg Falls, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 933-4503 or 933-6623. LAMOILLE VALLEY YEAR-ROUND FARMERS ARTISAN MARKET: Farmers and food producers fill Vermonters’ totes with local and organic dining options, including eggs, cider, seeds and cow cheeses. River Arts Center, Morrisville, 36:30 p.m. Free. Info, 888-1261. NEW NORTH END FARMERS MARKET: Local veggies, root beer, artisan-baked goods and more mix with live tunes for easy shopping. 1193 North Ave., Burlington, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 658-8072, newnorthendmarket@hotmail.com. SOUTH HERO FARMERS MARKET: Foodies take advantage of fresh-from-the-farm fare and other local goodies. St. Rose of Lima Church, South Hero, 4-7 p.m. Free. Info, 372-5912. ‘SUN TO CHEESE’ TOURS: Visitors take a behind-the-scenes look at dairy farming and cheesemaking as they observe raw milk turning into farmhouse cheddar. Preregister. Shelburne Farms, 2-4 p.m. $15 includes a block of cheese. Info, 985-8686.
health & fitness
CHAIR YOGA CLASS: Instructor Laura Brill leads a gentle, off-floor fitness class, focusing on breathing, stretching and relaxation. Bradford Public Library, Bradford, 3:30-4:30 p.m. $5 donation. Info, 222-4536.
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Money doesn’t grow on trees, but it could end up invested in the soil that sprouts them. Such is the goal of the second annual Slow Money National Gathering. Despite its unhurried name, the movement itself — founded by Inquiries Into the Nature of Slow Money author Woody Tasch — is quickly gathering speed. Focused on building up networks of people committed to investing in local food systems and economies, the convention includes talks and workshops by 350.org founder Bill McKibben (pictured), Polyface Farm owner Joel Salatin, Gardener’s Supply founder Will Raap and Stonyfield Farm CEO Gary Hirshberg. Don’t miss a live interview with Tasch on the eve of the conference as part of a taping of weekly radio broadcast “eTown.” Bet your bottom dollar it’ll give you food for thought.
‘ETOWN’ LIVE RADIO SHOW TAPING: Nick and Helen Forster host a weekly broadcast featuring conversation with environmental and social innovators, and tunes by Steve Earle, Allison Moorer and Anaïs Mitchell. See calendar spotlight. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. $23.25-28.50. Info, 863-5966.
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ABRAHAM-HICKS STUDY GROUP: Believers in the law of attraction investigate, through discussion and group exercises, how your thoughts affect your life. Unity Church of Vermont, Essex Junction, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 383-8429. ITALIAN CONVERSATION GROUP: Parla Italiano? A native speaker leads a language practice for all ages and abilities. Room 101, St. Edmund’s Hall, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 7-9 p.m. Free. Info, 899-3869. KNIT NIGHT: Crafty needleworkers (crocheters, too) share their talents and company as they give yarn a makeover. Phoenix Books, Essex, 68 p.m. Free. Info, 872-7111. RUSSIAN-ENGLISH EXCHANGE: Practitioners of the most widely spoken Slavic language expand their vocabularies. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211. ‘THE COOLER’: Beer, wine and cocktails break the ice at this agenda-free mingle fest presented by Seven Days, with music by Villanelles. The Firehouse Plaza, Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts, Burlington, 6-9 p.m. $5 donation; cash bar. Info, 865-7166.
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Dr. Vatsala Sperling: This Rochester resident illuminates the roles of homeopathy in deep healing. Brandon Free Public Library, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 458-0044. ‘Taming the Mind’: A weekly meditation series with Ven. Amy Miller imparts the fundamentals of the spiritual practice. An overview for newcomers begins at 6:30 p.m. Milarepa Center, Barnet, 7-8 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 633-4136.
kids
‘Moving & Grooving With Christine’: Young ones jam out to rock ‘n’ roll and world-beat tunes. Recommended for ages 2 to 5, but all are welcome. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 1111:30 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. Music & Movement Time: Preschoolers develop a sense of rhythm through a repertoire of children’s tunes. Lawrence Memorial Library, Bristol, 1-1:45 p.m. Free. Info, 453-2366.
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Green Mountain Opera Festival Picnic & Concert: Broadway show tunes and light opera favorites soar through the air to dining listeners. The Inn at the Round Barn Farm Bed & Breakfast, Waitsfield, 6 p.m. $10; free for kids 16 and under. Info, 496-7722. Jazz on the Marketplace: Local bands serenade passersby from two stages during the Burlington Discover Jazz Festival. Church Street Marketplace, Burlington, noon-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 863-7992. JazzLab: A rotating roster of local musicians and artists get busy together for cross-genre creative collaboration. Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts, Burlington, 2-6 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7116. Luciana Souza & Romero Lubambo: A vocalist and guitarist, respectively, join for Brazilian duos interpreting bossa nova classics. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 8:30 p.m. $30. Info, 863-5966. Mirabai Ceiba: Angelika Baumbach and Markus Sieber perform songs and sacred chants in Spanish and English. Congregational Church, Charlotte, 7:30 p.m. $20-25; free for children 12 and under. Info, 425-3176. ‘Other Music Festival’: A lineup of local and regional bands — including Toilet Phone, Dr. Thing and Jazz Rehab — provides an alternative to the Burlington Discover Jazz Festival. North End Studio, Burlington, 8 p.m. $5 suggested donation. Info, 863-6713.
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Alao Kung Fu: Martial arts students focus on the form and technique of the hung gar style through vigorous conditioning workouts. Fair Haven Fitness, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $6. Info, 265-3470. Governor’s Cup: An annual catch-and-release fishing derby benefits the Lake Champlain Fisheries Recovery Initiative and the LCI Next Generation Fund. Windemere Way State Boat Launch, Colchester, 10 a.m.-noon. Donations accepted. Info, 879-3466. Running Clinic: A professional coach trains athletes for a 5- or 10K traverse at this “Run for Empowerment” benefiting Women Helping Battered Women. Meet in front of ECHO. Waterfront Park, Burlington, 6-7 p.m. $5. Info, 658-3131, ext. 1076.
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Public Forum: In “The Role of Forests in Vermont’s Energy Future,” attendees discuss how to produce efficient and renewable energy while guaranteeing long-term forest health. Rooms 10
and 11, Vermont Statehouse, Montpelier, 6:308:30 p.m. Free. Info, 229-6307. Visual Presentation & Lecture: A PowerPoint show illuminates the Gnostic perspective on “Karma and the Gnosis.” Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 524-9706, vermont@goldenrosycross.org.
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Book Discussion Group: Thoughtful readers deliberate on the details of Janice Y.K. Lee’s The Piano Teacher. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3403. Howard Frank Mosher: The author of Walking to Gatlinburg shares the creation of the novel in “Transforming History Into Fiction: The Story of a Born Liar.” Phoenix Books, Essex, 7 p.m. $5 donation to benefit the Essex Free Library. Info, 872-7111. ‘Prophetic Odyssey’: What happened after Moses died? A study group peruses the prophetic writings to quench its thirst for knowledge. Temple Sinai, South Burlington, 11:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 862-5125.
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‘Arts for All’: Instructor Ginny Mullen fosters budding artistes as they shape creative expressions. Champlain Senior Center, McClure MultiGenerational Center, Burlington, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 658-3585.
community
Champlain Parkway Information Meeting: Area residents learn the facts of the South End road project, paying special attention to environmental issues. Burlington Electric Department, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 863-9094.
environment
‘Solar for Home or Business’: Reps from DC Energy Innovations cover the green benefits and installation of solar-electric systems. St. Albans Free Library, St. Albans, 6-7:45 p.m. Free. Info, 363-1474.
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‘Death & Rebirth’: Ven. Amy Miller shines light on the death process according to Tibetan Buddhism in “Understanding Life’s Ultimate Transition.” Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 6-8 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 633-4136. ‘Learned Positivity’: Shed the health-damaging emotions of negativity and adopt a lifestyle change with guidance from this course. Unity Church of Vermont, Essex Junction, 7-9 p.m. $10 suggested donation. Info, 879-7696, lane2love@ yahoo.com. Slow Money National Gathering: Farmers, food entrepreneurs, investors and other agents of change convene to help direct the flow of capital to local food systems. See calendar spotlight. Shelburne Farms, 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m. $295-345 for both days; $150 per single day; $50 for Farm-Table Dinner Celebration. Info, 617-566-2600. Vermont Arts Council’s Annual Meeting: Andrea Rogers, Jane Ambrose and Jean Olson receive the 2010 Walter Cerf Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Arts. The program also showcases dancing by Tiffany Rhynard and a screening of Freedom & Unity: The Vermont Movie. Vermont Statehouse, Montpelier, 4 p.m. Free. Info, 828-5423.
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‘Ajami’: See WED.09, 7 p.m. ‘London Calling: Live in Hyde Park’: In preparation of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street
Band’s upcoming album, fans watch a broadcast of the Boss in an outdoor concert. Theater 2, Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $10-12. Info, 748-2600. Movie Night: A surf-style eatery queues up a wind-and-water-themed flick weekly. The Spot, Burlington, 7:30-9 p.m. Free. Info, 540-1778. ‘Vincere’: See WED.09, 7 p.m.
food & drink
Community Dinner: Neighbors get cozy at a free sup made by fellow community members. Champlain Senior Center, McClure MultiGenerational Center, Burlington, 5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 658-3585. Hinesburg Farmers Market: Growers sell bunched greens, goat meat and root veggies among vendors of pies, handmade soap and knitwear. United Church of Hinesburg, 3:307 p.m. Free. Info, 482-3018, info@hinesburglionsfarmersmarket.org. Jericho Farmers Market: Passersby graze through locally grown veggies, pasture-raised meats, area wines and knickknacks. Mills Riverside Park, Jericho, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 324-5455. South Royalton Farmers Market: More than a dozen vendors peddle various locally grown agricultural goods and unique craft endeavors. Town Green, South Royalton, 36:30 p.m. Free. Info, 763-8087. Winooski Farmers Market: Area growers and bakers offer their soil-grown and homemade wealth for shoppers to bring home. Champlain Mill, Winooski, 3:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 734-6175, wfm@winooskidowntown. com.
kids
After-School Nature Detectives: Elementaryschoolers solve the mysteries of Mother Nature in an afternoon wilderness program of salamander searches, nature art and butterfly catching. North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, 3:15-5 p.m. $8-14. Info, 229-6206. Dads & Kids Playgroup: Youngsters up to age 5 and their male grown-ups connect over a complimentary dinner and group playtime. Family Center of Washington County, Montpelier, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 262-3292, ext. 115, fcwc dads@yahoo.com. Middle School Planners & Helpers: Lit lovers in grades 6 to 8 help redesign the young adult reading room and plan cool projects for the library. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3:304:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955. Music With Peter: Preschoolers up to age 5 bust out song and dance moves. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-4918.
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Jason Kao Hwang/Edge: A violinist and composer leads a quartet through a jazz, classical and world-music repertoire. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 9:30 p.m. $20. Info, 863-5966. Jazz on the Marketplace: See WED.09, noon -6:30 p.m. Michael Zsoldos Quartet: A band with Vermont roots harnesses saxophone power in jazz standards and original compositions. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7 p.m. $20. Info, 863-5966.
Open Rehearsals: The Green Mountain Opera Festival gets into shape for an upcoming production of Donizetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor. Gate House Lodge, Sugarbush Resort, Warren, 69 p.m. Free. Info, 496-7722. ‘Other Music Festival’: A lineup of local and regional bands — including Jonny T and the Raccoonists, Elbow Room, and more — provides an alternative to the Burlington Discover Jazz Festival. North End Studio, Burlington, 8 p.m. $5 suggested donation. Info, 863-6713. Roots on the River Festival: A rollicking three-day melody bash includes gigs by Fred Eaglesmith and the Flying Squirrels, BeauSoleil, Sarah Borges and Broken Singles, The Starline Rhythm Boys and many others. Various locations, Bellows Falls, 7:40-10 p.m. $25-99. Info, 463-9595. Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings: A soul diva and eight bandmates create an acclaimed frenzy of gospel, R&B and funk songs. Bearquarium opens. Waterfront Park, Burlington, doors and barbecue, 5 p.m.; music begins at 6 p.m. $25-30. Info, 863-7992. Snow Farm Vineyard Concert Series: The Bone Killers provide original tunes for outdoor listeners at a picnic-friendly vineyard. Snow Farm Winery, South Hero, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Info, 372-9463.
outdoors
Peony Garden Party: Flora fans stop and smell the blooms on a fundraising tour of the Brick House grounds. Shelburne Museum, 15 p.m. $65. Info, 985-3346.
talks
Bosede Bakarey: A Nigerian native and Christian Science lecturer looks into selfconcept in “How Do You See Yourself?” T.W. Wood Gallery, Montpelier, 7-8 p.m. Free. Info, 223-2477 or 793-3737. Steve Edie: The fish expert talks about his freshwater aquariums at a Tropical Fish Club of Burlington meeting. VFW Post, Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 372-8716.
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‘Bad Dates’: Award-winning playwright Theresa Rebeck’s comedic romp, presented by Lost Nation Theater, follows the escapades in life and love of a shoe-obsessed single mom. Lost Nation Theater, Montpelier, 7 p.m. $10-25. Info, 229-0492. ‘Companion’: Mountain Road Productions presents Jeanne Beckwith’s play about an interviewee who gets caught up in the eerie twists and turns of a potential job on an isolated island. Enosburg Opera House, Enosburg Falls, 7:30 p.m. $5-10. Info, 933-6171. ‘The Pearl Fishers’: Douglas Anderson directs The Opera Company of Middlebury in Bizet’s elaborate love triangle tale. The Burlington Chamber Orchestra provides accompaniment. Preperformance lecture at Memorial Baptist Church one hour before curtain time. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 8 p.m. $35-40. Info, 382-9222.
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Deborah Luskin: The author of Into the Wilderness highlights passages of the novel, which unfolds the budding romance of two 64-year-olds. Meet and greet, 5 p.m.; reading
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arGentinean tanGo: Shoulders back, chin up! With or without partners, dancers of all abilities strut to bandoneón riffs in a self-guided practice session. Salsalina Studio, Burlington, 7:3010 p.m. $5. Info, 598-1077. Queen City Contra DanCe: Randy Miller and Roger and Ross Kahle serenade organized movers in soft-soled shoes. Beginners’ session at 7:45 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Champlain Valley Folk Festival. Edmunds Middle School, Burlington, 8 p.m. $8; free for children under 12. Info, 371-9492 or 343-7165. SwinG DanCe: A half-hour lesson in the East Coast or Lindy Hop style precedes open dancing. Capital City Grange, Montpelier, 7:30-11 p.m. $8. Info, 229-4008.
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health & fitness
Free ClaSS Day: Flexible folks jump on the chance to test out meditation, yoga dance, Kripalu and more at no cost. Yoga Mountain Center, Montpelier, 7:45 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 223-5302.
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‘Pint-SizeD SCienCe’: Laboratory learners ages 2 to 7 experiment with stories and hands-on activities. ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11 a.m. Regular admission, $8.5010.50. Info, 1-877-324-6386. ‘SonGS & StorieS with Matthew’: Musician Matthew Witten helps kids start the day with tunes and tales of adventure. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10-10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6956, brownell_library@yahoo.com.
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BeneFit BaKe: Community members down slices to celebrate Yestermorrow Design/Build School’s 30th anniversary and support their scholarship fund. $3 per flatbread is donated. American Flatbread, Burlington, 5-11 p.m. Cost varies according to order. Info, 496-8856. ChelSea FarMerS MarKet: A 35-year-old town-green tradition supplies shoppers with meat, cheese, vegetables, fine crafts and weekly entertainment. North Common, Chelsea, 3-
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‘inViCtuS’: Nelson Mandela urges South Africa’s underdog rugby team to the 1995 World Cup Championships to unite the country in Clint Eastwood’s 2009 film. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6955. ‘MiD-auGuSt lunCh’: Gianni Di Gregorio’s 2008 Italian film utilizes nonprofessional actors in a subtle portrait of a middle-aged man and his imposing mother. Cinema 2, Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $4-7. Info, 748-2600. ‘the JoneSeS’: Derrick Borte’s 2009 drama gives new meaning to “keeping up with the Joneses,” as one picture-perfect family’s secret is revealed. Cinema 1, Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 7 p.m. $4-7. Info, 748-2600.
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CCtV anniVerSary PiCniC: Free-speech fans convene for a summery spread of food, drinks and cake, plus silent auction bidding. Meet at shelter by park entrance. Oakledge Park, Burlington, 5-8 p.m. Free; $5-8 parking. Info, 862-3966. Slow Money national GatherinG: See THU.10, 7:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. SuMMer reunion 2010: College grads from classes ending in ‘0 or ‘5 catch up over a weekend of activities, including family scavenger hunts, golf outings, barbecues and more. SUNY Plattsburgh, N.Y., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Various prices and locations; visit www.plattsburgh.edu for details. Info, 518-564-3095. tertulia latina: Latino Americanos and other fluent Spanish speakers converse en español. Radio Bean, Burlington, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3440.
6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 685-7726, chelseacommuni tymarket@gmail.com. Fair haVen FarMerS MarKet: Community entertainment adds flair to farm stand-style produce. Fair Haven Park, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 518-282-9781. harDwiCK FarMerS MarKet: A burgeoning culinary community celebrates local ag with fresh produce and handcrafted goods. Route 15 West, Hardwick, 3-6 p.m. Free. Info, 533-2337, hardwickfarmersmarket@gmail.com. hartlanD FarMerS MarKet: Everything from freshly grown produce to specialty food abounds at outdoor stands highlighting the local plenitude. Hartland Public Library, 4-7 p.m. Free. Info, 436-2500, hartlandfarmersmarket@ gmail.com. luDlow FarMerS MarKet: Merchants divide a wealth of locally farmed products, artisanal eats and unique crafts. Okemo Mountain School, Ludlow, 4-7 p.m. Free. Info, 734-3829. lynDonVille FarMerS MarKet: Ripe fruits and veggies highlight an outdoor sale of locally grown eats. Bandstand Park, Lyndonville, 3-7 p.m. Free. Info, 533-7455, lyndonfarmersmarket@ gmail.com. riChMonD FarMerS MarKet: Live music entertains fresh-food browsers at a melody-centered market connecting farmers and cooks. John and Marge Butterfield perform. Volunteers Green, Richmond, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 434-5273. weStForD FarMerS MarKet: Purveyors of produce and other edibles take a stand at outdoor stalls. Westford Common, 3:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 370-4077, info@westfordfarmersmarketvt.org.
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‘Music in the Stacks’: Vermont band Prana perform songs off its debut CD, Moments, in an intimate bookshelf setting. Barnes & Noble, South Burlington, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 864-8001. ‘Other Music Festival’: A lineup of local and regional musicians — including Ensemble V, A Snake in the Garden, and Greg Davis — provides an alternative to the Burlington Discover Jazz Festival. North End Studio, Burlington, 8 p.m. $5 suggested donation. Info, 863-6713. Ray Anderson Memorial Concert: Concert pianist Paul Orgel performs. A reception follows at Peacham Library. Congregational Church, Peacham, noon. Free. Info, 592-3037. Ritmo Masacote: Music and dance merge as this 12-piece orchestra specializing in salsa and Latin jazz breaks out the beat. Church Street Marketplace, Burlington, 5-8 p.m. Free. Info, 863-7992. Roots on the River Festival: See THU.10, noon -11 p.m. Saxophone Master Class with Michael Zsoldos: Jazz enthusiasts experience solos by Lester Young and Johnny Hodges to learn about harmony, history, rhythm and more. Sign up via email. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 3:30 p.m. Free. Info, 863-7992, info@discoverjazz.com. The Gabe Jarrett Trio: A piano trio goes jazzy with tunes by Charlie Haden, Ornette Coleman, Randy Weston and Dave Holland, as well as original pieces. Center Court, University Mall, South Burlington, 5-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 863-1066, ext. 11.
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Chittenden County Relay for Life: Vermonters battle cancer with overnight laps that raise funds for the American Cancer Society. Preregister. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 6 p.m.-6 a.m. $10 registration fee; donations encouraged. Info, 800-227-2345. ‘Golf Across Vermont’ Tournament: Tee timers take to the greens to support the Vermont Ski Museum. Ralph Myhre Golf Course, Middlebury, 1 p.m. $125. Info, 253-9911, ext. 201. Windham County Relay for Life: Laps around a quarter-mile loop help support the American Cancer Society. Preregister. Brattleboro Union High School, 6 p.m.-8 a.m. $10 registration fee; donations encouraged. Info, 254-2343.
theater
‘Bad Dates’: See THU.10, 8 p.m. ‘Companion’: See THU.10, 7:30 p.m.
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Creston Lea: The Burlington author presents his collection of short stories, Wild Punch, which has garnered comparisons to works by James Joyce. Brown Dog Books & Gifts, Hinesburg, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 482-5189.
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‘Hand In Hand’ Barn Dance: An emergency fundraiser for Haiti’s Men Nan Men orphanage revs up with tunes by Pete Sutherland and friends, dance calls by Rachel Nevitt, a kids’ activities corner, food and a silent auction. Sentinel Farm, Starksboro, 6-9:30 p.m. $10 donation. Info, 610-724-1720.
The Ballet School and Dance Arts’ ‘Coppélia’: A scientist conjures up a dancing doll in this classic ballet, offering a witty take on man-made life. Donations go toward fighting childhood cancer. Dibden Center for the Arts, Johnson State College, 7 p.m. $10-15; donations accepted. Info, 527-0868. The New England Ballet Conservatory’s ‘Coppélia’: A ballet deals with a madcap inventor, a dainty doll and true love. Hunt Middle School, Burlington, 3 p.m. $7-10. Info, 865-6800.
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Annual Tag & Book Sale: Bargain hunters sift through thousands of tomes and household items, furniture especially, at a 54-car coveredgarage sale. Wake Robin Retirement Community, Shelburne, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 264-5100. Basic Computer Tutoring for Seniors: Preregistered seniors conquer newfangled technology in a no-stress environment. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 9:30 a.m. Free. Info, 878-6955. Book Bonanza: Page turners thumb through used paperbacks for keepers. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Info, 863-3403. Downtown Walking Tour: Preservation Burlington takes history and architecture buffs on an hourlong tour of the Queen City’s significant nooks and crannies. Meet at the corner of Church and College streets. Church Street Marketplace, Burlington, 11 a.m. $5. Info, 522-8259, info@preservationburlington.org. French Roundtable: Speakers at various skill levels order café during an open practice session. Briggs Carriage Bookstore, Brandon, 9:30 a.m. Free. Info, 247-0050. ‘Get a Grip on Your Garden’: Plant caretakers learn to pretty up their perennials in a workshop on pruning, bloom time, garden prep and more. Red Wagon Plants, Hinesburg, 10 a.m. noon. $10. Info, 482-4060. ‘Gnar-b-que’: Snowboarding fans meet off the mountain at a warm-weather fest full of food on the grill, music, a raffle and games. Burton Flagship Store, Burlington, 1-4 p.m. Free. Info, 660-9006. ‘Look Up In the Sky!’: Weather permitting, Champlain Region Model Rocket Club members and the public watch model sky rockets in flight. Come dusk, a constellation- and star-observing party kicks off. See calendar spotlight. Maquam Shore Road, St. Albans, 3 p.m.-midnight. Free. Info, 878-2721. Meeting House Tours: Burlington’s oldest religious building celebrates its bicentennial with guided walks through the local landmark. Unitarian Church, Burlington, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 879-5409. Plant Swap: Home gardeners exchange veggie, flower, fruit and herb perennials or annuals as a children’s parade strolls by. Caledonia Grange, East Hardwick, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 472-8569. Summer Reunion 2010: See FRI.11, 8 a.m.8 p.m. VYOA Lawn Sale: Household goods and antiques motivate buyers to help fund Vermont Youth Orchestra Association programs and scholarships. Rain date: June 13. 1720 Spear Street, South Burlington, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 862-6732, carolynlong1720@comcast.net. Wood-Carving Demo: Visitors avid about avians see trees being whittled into models of various bird species. Birds of Vermont
Museum, Huntington, 1-2 p.m. Free with regular admission, $3-6. Info, 434-2167.
film
‘Big Flicks at the Paramount’: A revived theater works its way through the most popular films of all time, such as this week’s Sharks-versus-Jets musical, West Side Story. Paramount Theatre, Rutland, 1:30 p.m. & 7 p.m. $4-6. Info, 775-0903. ‘Mid-August Lunch’: See FRI.11, 7 p.m. & 9 p.m. ‘The Joneses’: See FRI.11, 7 p.m. & 9 p.m. ‘UFC 115: Liddell vs. Franklin’: Ultimate Fighting Champion Hall of Famer Chuck “The Iceman” Liddell goes up against Rich “Ace” Franklin in a live, high-def broadcast from Vancouver. Palace Cinema 9, South Burlington, 10 p.m. $20. Info, 660-9300.
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Bristol Farmers Market: Weekly music and kids’ activities add to the edible wares of local food and craft vendors. Town Green, Bristol, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 453-7397, sallyb_sallyb@ yahoo.com. Burlington Cohousing Potluck: Community members bring a dish to share as they meet, mingle and learn about collaborative living. Preregister. East Village Cohousing, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free. Info, 863-5359. Burlington Farmers Market: Sixty-two vendors sell everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to ethnic cuisine to pottery to artisan cheese. Burlington City Hall Park, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 310-5172, info@burlingtonfarmer smarket.org. Capital City Farmers Market: Fresh produce, perennials, seedlings, home-baked foods and handmade crafts lure local buyers throughout the growing season. Colin McCaffrey offers live tunes. 60 State Street, Montpelier, 9 a.m.1 p.m. Free. Info, 223-2958, manager@montpelierfarmersmarket.com. Derby Farmers Market: Chemical-free veggies and other seasonal eats are up for grabs. Elks Lodge, Derby, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 334-2580. Enosburg Falls Farmers Market: See WED.09, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Grand Isle Farmers Market: Shoppers browse through a wide selection of local fruits, veggies and handmade crafts. St. Joseph Church Hall, Grand Isle, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 372-5912. Middlebury Farmers Market: Crafts, cheeses, breads and veggies vie for spots in shoppers’ totes. The Marbleworks, Middlebury, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 388-0178, middle buryfm@yahoo.com. Milton Farmers Market: Honey, jams and pies alike tempt seekers of produce, crafts and maple goodies. Milton Grange, 9:30 a.m.1:30 p.m. Free. Info, 893-7734. Mount Tom Farmers Market: Twenty-five purveyors of garden-fresh crops, pasta, herbs and spices set up shop for the morning. Mount Tom, Woodstock, 9:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 763-8617. Northwest Farmers Market: Stock up on local, seasonal produce, garden plants, canned goods and handmade crafts. Local artists Karen Day-Vath, Paule Gingras, Meta Strick and Clair Dunn display original prints, paintings and mixed-media for “Art in the Park.” Taylor Park, St. Albans, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 373-5821. Randolph Farmers Market: Open-air stalls boast crops straight from the soil, prepared foods, farm products and tchotchkes. Central
Street, Randolph, 9 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 728-9123. Rutland County Farmers Market: Downtown strollers find high-quality fruits and veggies, mushrooms, fresh-cut flowers, sweet baked goods and artisan crafts within arms’ reach. Depot Park, Rutland, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 773-4813. Shelburne Farmers Market: Harvested fruits and greens, artisan cheeses and local novelties grace outdoor tables at a presentation of the season’s best. Shelburne Parade Ground, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 985-2472. Waitsfield Farmers Market: Local bands enliven an outdoor outlet for homegrown herbs, flowers and fruits, and handmade breads, cheeses and syrups. Mad River Green, Waitsfield, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Info, 472-8027. Williston Farmers Market: Shoppers seek prepared foods and unadorned produce at a weekly open-air affair. Town Green, Williston, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Info, 735-3860, christi namead@willistonfarmersmarket.com.
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Kids’ Activities: Little ones watch a slide-show presentation of Vermont nonprofit Kids Share Workshops’ cross-cultural programs before live music, ice cream and more. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Montpelier, 10:30 a.m. Free. Info, 223-3338. ‘Read to a Dog’: Stories form a bond between young readers and Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 10-11 a.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. ‘Touch-a-Truck’: Dumpsters, 18-wheelers and other gargantuan vehicles thrill kids of all ages. Clowns, animal balloons, bubbles and field games add to the fun. Montpelier High School, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $1-2; $5 per family; admission includes one-day pool pass. Info, 225-8699. ‘Toy Story 3’ Activities: Kids ages 6 to 10 prepare for Woody and Buzz to return to the big screen with story time, crafts and games. Borders Books & Music, Burlington, 11 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 865-2711.
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Cantonese Traffic: A New Hampshire trio delivers a zippy blend of psychedelic blues, funk and alt-rock originals. Common Acres Campground, Hyde Park, 7 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 888-5151. Fiddle Workshop: Cape Breton’s Andrea Beaton leads a stringed musical instrument lesson. See calendar spotlight. Preregister. 1060 Bent Hill Road, Braintree, 1-2:30 p.m. $25. Info, 728-6351. Green Mountain Opera Festival Master Class: Director Garnett Bruce polishes highcaliber talent at an open workshop. Conference Center, Sugarbush Resort, Warren, 1-4 p.m. Free. Info, 496-7442. Jazz on the Marketplace: See WED.09, noon -8:30 p.m. JazzLab: See WED.09, 2 p.m. ‘Other Music Festival’: A lineup of local and regional musicians — including Full Tang, The Feverbreakers and Xander Naylor — provides an alternative to the Burlington Discover Jazz Festival. North End Studio, Burlington, 8 p.m. $5 suggested donation. Info, 863-6713. Roots on the River Festival: See THU.10, 12:10-11 p.m. Singer-Songwriter Showcase: Northeast Kingdom native Ricky Golden hosts a dynamic lineup of original material. Cabaret Room.
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Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 8 p.m. $7. Info, 748-2600. Social Band: A lively band of singers presents a collection of choral fare ranging from English folk tunes to contemporary Vermont compositions in “Simple Pleasures.” Christ Church Presbyterian, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $15 donation, or $5 donation with a pie to share. Info, 658-8488. Sonny RollinS: A sax legend who has collaborated with jazz greats including Miles Davis demonstrates his electrifying style. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 8 p.m. $50-80. Info, 863-5966. The GRifT: Local rockers provide dance tunes at a benefit for Middlebury Co-op Nursery School and Mary Johnson Children’s Center. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 8 p.m. $15. Info, 382-9222. The WailinG SoulS, The iTalS & eaSy STaR all-STaRS: A rollicking triple bill gives listeners a taste of Motown, reggae, ska and jazz genres. Also featuring DJ Big Dog. Waterfront Park, Burlington, doors and barbecue, 4 p.m.; music begins at 5 p.m. $25-30. Info, 863-7992. Vocal ReciTal: Sixteen-year-old soprano Sierra Marcy gives voice to selections by Copland, Bernstein, Vaughan Williams and Fauré to raise funds for her participation in the Boston University Tanglewood Institute Young Artists Vocal Program. McCarthy Arts Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 4 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 865-0696.
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‘MeeT & GReeT The candidaTe’: Citizens learn more about Democratic state senatorial candidate Philip Baruth. Phoenix Books, Essex, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 872-7111.
kRiSTina TouzeniS: The principle researcher for the International Office of Migration research department speaks on “Children’s Rights: Protection From Exploitation.” Preregister. Davis Center, UVM, Burlington, 12:30 p.m. $25. Info, 861-2343. Monica eRhaRT: A representative of Staying Connected speaks of the significance of animal corridors before a wildlife-focused walk. Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Site, Bomoseen, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 273-2282. VincenT feeney: The historian chronicles the colorful life of Matthew Lyon in “Mad Matt the Democrat,” following the Vermonter’s role as an indentured servant, Green Mountain Boy, entrepreneur and congressman. Mount Independence State Historic Site, Orwell, 1-3 p.m. Free. Info, 948-2000.
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BiRd-MoniToRinG Walk: Beginning and novice birders fine-tune their eyes and ears to recognize winged residents as part of a longterm fieldmonitoring project. Green Mountain Audubon Center, Huntington, 7-9 a.m. Donations. Info, 434-3068. fiRST aid PlanT Walk: A fresh-air jaunt lets folks identify and collect natural remedies such as jewelweed, plantain, yarrow and nettle. Preregister. Ethan Allen Homestead, Burlington, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Info, 861-9700. ‘ManaGinG youR land foR BiRdS & oTheR Wildlife’: Audubon Vermont’s Mark LaBarr and Otter Creek Natural Resources Conservation District’s George Tucker share habitat maintenance pointers, with regard to species such as migrating warblers and bobolinks. Otter View Park, Middlebury, 8-11 a.m. $5 suggested donation. Info, 388-1007. oRchid Walk: Local naturalist Sarah Schwaegler offers a brief introduction to striking wildflowers before a drive to Eshqua Bog to explore woodland and wetland habitats. Vermont Institute of Natural Science, Quechee, 9 a.m.noon. $5-7. Info, 359-5000, ext. 223. oTTeR cReek BaSin BaSh: Otter Creek-centric learning activities include Philomene’s Fury — a 4- or 8-mile paddling race — fly-fishing demos, historical walking tours, a street dance and more. See calendar spotlight. Falls Park, Vergennes, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free. Info, 388-7951. VeRMonT dayS: Green Mountain State parks and historic sites kick off summer with two days of free admission and on-site activities. Various locations statewide, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Info, 800-837-6668.
chaMP Ride: Pedal pushers cycle scenic lake routes varying in length from 12 to 100 miles at a benefit for Vermont CARES. Preregister. Kingsland Bay State Park, Ferrisburgh, 6:30 a.m.-5 p.m. $75 registration without fundraising; $35-40 registration with $150 minimum donation; $15 for children. Info, 800-649-2437. chiTTenden counTy Relay foR life: See FRI.11. VeRMonT RolleR deRBy: ‘faMily feud BouT’: The Green Mountain Derby Dames face off in a fight over their flat-track turf. Partial proceeds benefit Outright Vermont. Robert E. Miller Centre. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 6-11:30 p.m. $6-15. Info, 863-5966. WindhaM counTy Relay foR life: See FRI.11.
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Dehner. Unitarian Church, Burlington, noon. Donations accepted. Info, 862-5630, ext. 24. Burlington Area Scrabble Club: Triple-letter-square seekers spell out winning words. New players welcome. McClure MultiGenerational Center, Burlington, 12:305 p.m. Free. Info, 862-7558. Chess Club: Tabletop warriors do battle at the behest of players of all ages and abilities. Briggs Carriage Bookstore, Brandon, 12:30 p.m. Free. Info, 247-0050. Green Mountain Opera Festival Brunch & Concert: Big voices bring life to selections from Orlando as opera aficionados fill up on omelets, muffins, parfaits and more. Timbers Restaurant, Warren, 10 a.m.-noon. $15-20, plus tax and tip. Info, 496-7442. ‘Mad Hatter’s Tea & Bubbly’: Folks go mad for an afternoon of tea, champagne, a “microscopic treasure hunt,” croquet and field games, and wacky hats. Proceeds benefit the Lund Family Center. Preregister. Private home, South Burlington, 3-6 p.m. $15-35. Info, 861-2580. Summer Reunion 2010: See FRI.11, 9:3011:30 a.m. ‘Walk for the Animals’: Pals of pets raise funds for strays on an outdoor stroll, with a barbecue lunch and live tunes to boot. Battery Park, Burlington, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 862-0135.
Morning Bird Walk: An a.m. ramble through the woods rewards early risers with glimpses of feathered chirpers ... and coffee. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 7-8:15 a.m. Donations accepted. Info, 434-2167. Tree & Shrub Identification Walk: Bark, leaves, flowers and fruits offer novice naturalists lots to explore. Preregister. Green Mountain Audubon Center, Huntington, 1-3 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 434-3068. Vermont Days: See SAT.12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. ‘Wildflowers on the Mount’: Which petals prevail in June? Find out on a jaunt with flora expert Ann Honan. Mount Independence State Historic Site, Orwell, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 948-2000.
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Colchester Farmers Market: Vendors present passersby with fresh local produce, specialty foods and crafts. Creek Farm Town Center, Colchester, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-4908. Flynn Avenue Sunday Market: Residents of the Queen City’s southernmost neighborhood peruse area edibles and artist creations at outdoor stalls. 180 Flynn Avenue, Burlington, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 578-8304. Stowe Farmers Market: Preserves, produce and other provender attract fans of local food. Red Barn Shops Field, Stowe, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Info, 472-8027 or 498-4734, info@stowevt farmersmarket.com.
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‘Vermont Start!’ Heart Walk: A 1.5- or 3-mile trek supports the American Heart Association. Blood-pressure screenings, Zumba demos, nutritional education programs and more round out the walk. UVM Patrick Gymnasium, South Burlington, registration, 8:30 a.m.; walk begins at 10 a.m. Donations accepted. Info, 288-8314.
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‘A Tribute to Sandra Wright’: The Sandra Wright Band and special guests Little Joyce, Jennifer Marriot, Linda Bassick and others celebrate this late Vermont blues vocalist. Church Street Marketplace, Burlington, noon. Free. Info, 863-7992. Roots on the River Festival: See THU.10, noon -3 p.m. The Levon Helm Band: Named one of “The 100 Greatest Singers of All Time” by Rolling Stone, a multi-instrumentalist and 11 others produce joyful rock, jazz and Americana tunes. Flynn
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Girls on the Run Vermont 5K Run/Walk: Participants celebrate their health at a familyfriendly, noncompetitive excursion. Registration, 8:30-9:30 a.m.; race, 10 a.m. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 8:30 a.m. $10-20. Info, 246-1476.
Kate Kenney: A local historian shares “new” stories about the Battle of Hubbardton from her recent research through Revolutionary War pension records and other period sources. Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Site, Bomoseen, 1 p.m. Free. Info, 273-2282.
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Auditions for ‘Hello, Dolly!’: Actors strive for roles in a classic musical about a meddling matchmaker. Enosburg Opera House, Enosburg Falls, 1-2:30 p.m. Free; preregister for audition music. Info, 933-6171, info.fotoh@gmail.com. ‘Bad Dates’: See THU.10, 2 p.m. Casting Call: Thespians try out for the role of a female lead in a short horror film, “Call of the Wendigo.” Chittenden Room, Burlington College, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Free. Info, 324-8219. ‘Orlando’: The Green Mountain Opera Festival presents Handel’s 1719 opera about a love-crazed soldier. A chamber orchestra directed by Sanford Sylvan provides accompaniment. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 8 p.m. $22. Info, 382-9222.
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Burlington Walk/Bike Council: Proponents of safer transportation plan projects and goals for the year over pizza. Center for Communities and Neighborhoods, Burlington, 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Info, 652-2453, ext. 103.
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AARP Safe Driver Course: Motor vehicle operators ages 50 and up take a quick trip to the classroom — with no tests and no grades! — for a how-to refresher. Preregister. Eagle Crest Senior Housing, Williston, 12:30-4:30 p.m. $12-14. Info, 527-9870. Annual Dinner: Gov. Douglas receives kudos for his commitment to international business in Vermont at a benefit for the Vermont Council on World Affairs. Reception, 6 p.m.; dinner, 7 p.m. Elley-Long Music Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 6 p.m. $100. Info, 861-2343.
‘Dessert & Learn’: Sally Tipson of Sally’s Flower Shop offers a bouquet of petal pointers in “Flower Arranging Made Simple.” O’Brien Community Center, Winooski, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free; dessert provided. Info, 655-1392, ext. 10. Japanese Conversation Group: Folks swap sentences in a distant dialect at this language exchange. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 56 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7211.
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Barefoot Running Workshop: Who needs shoes? Nude feet go for a group jog, with guidance from “Barefoot Ken Bob,” founder of therunningbarefoot.com. Preregistration recommended. Oakledge Park, Burlington, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 816-536-7770.
Derby Farmers Market: See SAT.12, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Johnson Farmers Market: A street emporium bursts with local agricultural products, ranging from produce to herbs to fresh-baked bread. Main Street, Johnson, 3:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 635-1682. Old North End Farmers Market: Local farmers sell the fruits of their fields, and their labor. H.O. Wheeler Elementary School, Burlington, 3-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 324-3073. Rutland County Farmers Market: See SAT.12, 3-6 p.m. Sustainable Seafood Chain Benefit Dinner: Slow Food NECI’s five-course supper features a raw bar of seafood from all over the country and raises money for the student scholarship program. Chef’s Table, Montpelier, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $55 plus tax and tip; extra $25 for wine tasting. Info, 223-3188. Thetford Hill Community Market: Vendors supply localvores with an array of baked treats, honey, maple syrup and veggies. Thetford Hill Green, Thetford, 4-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 785-4404.
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Music With Peter: See THU.10, 10:45 a.m.
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Afro-Brazilian Percussion Class: Community band Sambatucada teach the pulsating rhythms of samba, samba reggae and baião. Woodland Commons, South Burlington, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 343-7107.
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Burt Porter: A scholar of ballads focuses on the rich heritage of traditional British melodies in New England music, supplementing the lecture with fiddle- and mandolin-enhanced songs. Woodstock Historical Society, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 457-1822.
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Marjorie Cady Memorial Writers Group: Budding wordsmiths improve their craft through “homework” assignments, creative exercises and sharing. Ilsley Public Library, Middlebury, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Info, 388-2926, cpotter935@ comcast.net. ‘Our Stories: Past, Present & Future’: Adults consider ways that personal narratives celebrate accomplishments and dreams. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-4918. Seth Tobocman & Eric Laursen: The coauthors of Understanding the Crash make sense of the world economy in a spoken word and live music presentation. Black Sheep Books, Montpelier, 7-9:30 p.m. Free. Info, 595-1671.
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French Conversation Group: Folks take their Romance language capabilities for a spin in a weekly repartee. Bien fait! Borders Books & Music, Burlington, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Info, 864-5088. ‘Traveling the Path to Enlightenment’: Students of all levels get a practical overview of Tibetan Buddhism. Milarepa Center, Barnet, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Donations accepted. Info, 633-4136.
Deeksha Oneness Experience: Stressed-out souls find peace of mind and rejuvenation in this spiritual transfer of energy. Christ Church Presbyterian, Burlington, 5:30-6:30 p.m. $3-5 donation. Info, 233-2638. Laughter Yoga: What’s so funny? Giggles burst out as gentle aerobic exercise and yogic breathing meet unconditional laughter to enhance physical, emotional and spiritual health and well-being. Miller Community and Recreation Center, Burlington, 9-10 a.m. Free. Info, 355-5129.
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Creative Tuesdays: Artists of all ages engage in creative paper-craft activities. Kids under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 3-5 p.m. Free. Info, 865-7216. Story time With a Twist: Young explorers discover the wonders of the natural world through books and imaginative play. ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Burlington, 11 a.m. Regular admission, $8.50-10.50. Info, 1-877-324-6386. Teen Advisory Board: Teens gather to plan library programs. Yes, there will be snacks. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3-4:30 p.m. Free. Info, 878-6956.
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Castleton Concerts on the Green: The Bluegrass Gospel Project headline a family-fun night of traditional acoustic ditties. Castleton Village Green, 7 p.m. Free. Info, 273-2911. Green Mountain Opera Festival Master Class: Conductor Leonardo Vordoni polishes high-caliber talent at an open workshop. Conference Center, Sugarbush Resort, Warren, 1-4 p.m. Free. Info, 496-7442. Milton Community Band Rehearsal: Director Mary Bauer oversees bandmates and new members in a varied repertoire. Milton Elementary School, 7-8:45 p.m. Free. Info, 893-1398.
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‘doubt: a Parable’: The Stowe Theatre Guild presents John Patrick Shanley’s Pulitzer Prizewinning play about a woman facing concerns about a male colleague at a 1960s Catholic school. Town Hall Theatre, Stowe, 8 p.m. $20. Info, 253-3961, tickets@stowetheatre.com. met live in hd: Catamount artS Center: Opera singer Violeta Urmana stars as the enslaved Ethiopian princess in the Metropolitan Opera’s production of Verdi’s tragic story Aida. Catamount Arts Center, St. Johnsbury, 6:30 p.m. $12 -15. Info, 748-2600. met live in hd: PalaCe 9: See above listing. Palace Cinema 9, South Burlington, 6:30 p.m. $12.50-15. Info, 660-9300. ‘the 25th annual Putnam County SPellinG bee’: See TUE.15, 8 p.m. ‘Who’S afraid of edWard albee?’: Off Center for the Dramatic Arts founding member Steven Goldberg presents his new play. Off Center for the Dramatic Arts, Burlington, 8 p.m. $15. Info, 540-0773.
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muSiC at mooSe meadoW: Tenor Kevin Ginter and pianist Lynnette Combs produce a repertoire of opera and Broadway classics to support the Eleva Chamber Players. Moose Meadow Lodge, Waterbury, 6 p.m. $25-250 donation includes dinner. Info, 244-8354.
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‘Get to KnoW your biKe’: A cycle-shop pro introduces free wheelers to vehicle anatomy, flat fixes and roadside skills. Skirack, Burlington, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Info, 658-3313.
‘the 25th annual Putnam County SPellinG bee’: Six precocious whiz kids battle it out letter by letter for the coveted title in this eccentric and heavily audience-participatory play. McCarthy Arts Center, St. Michael’s College, Colchester, 8 p.m. $29-35. Info, 654-2281.
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art ART & POTTERY AT MSS: Location: Middlebury Studio School, 1 Mill St., Middlebury. Info: Middlebury Studio School, Barbara Nelson, 802-247-3702, ewaldewald@aol.com, http:// middleburystudioschool.word press.com. Landscape Painting, June 7, 14; Drawing, June 28July 1; Painting with Encaustics, July 6-8; Watercolors, July 13-16; Landscape Drawing and Painting, July 26-30; Color Workshop: All Media, Aug. 21 and 22; Adult Wednesday AM and PM Wheel, July 7-28; Adult Tues. AM Handbuilding, July 6-27; children’s classes and weeklong camps.
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SUMMER CAMP: EDIBLE ART: Jun. 21-25, 1-4 p.m. Location: Burlington City Arts, Burlington. Explore fun, creative ways to combine art and food! Projects may include fun pizzas, artistic cookies and summer-inspired creations. Campers will explore creative ways to visually present and document their culinary creations. On the last day of camp, family and friends will be invited to a tasty celebration for all to enjoy! Ages 6-8. SUMMER CAMP: FREE WHEELIN’: Jul. 12-16, 9 a.m.-12
SUMMER CAMP: SILKSCREEN T-SHIRT DESIGN: Jun. 21-25, 1-4 p.m. Location: Burlington City Arts, Burlington. Learn how to design your own unique T-shirts using fabric inks and silkscreens. Campers will be introduced to BCA’s professional print studio and will learn some basic printing techniques. By the end of the week, campers will have reproduced a variety of images ready to be worn or given as gifts. Ages 9-11. CLAY: MIXED-LEVEL WHEEL: Jul. 14-Aug. 11, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $180/$162 BCA members. Location: BCA Clay Studio, 250 Main St., Burlington. In this mixed-level class for advanced beginners and intermediate potters, students will learn individualized tips and challenges for advancement on the wheel. Demonstrations and instruction will cover intermediate throwing, trimming and glazing techniques. Individual projects will be encouraged. Students must be proficient in centering and throwing basic cups and bowls. Over 20 hrs./week of open studio time to practice. Prerequisite: Proficiency in centering and throwing basic cups and bowls. CLAY: SUNDAY CLAY: Sundays, June 27-Aug. 1 (no class 7/4), 2-5 p.m. Cost: $165/$148.50 BCA members. Location: BCA Clay Studio, 250 Main St., Burlington. Take your experience with clay to the next level! This independent-
CLAY: WHEEL-THROWING I: Jul. 12-Aug. 23, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $235/nonmembers, $211.50/BCA members. Location: BCA Clay Studio, 250 Main St., Burlington. This class is an introduction to clay, pottery and the ceramics studio. Students will be working primarily on the potter’s wheel learning basic throwing and forming techniques. Projects may include vases, mugs and bowls. Students will also be guided through the various finishing techniques using the studio’s house slips and glazes. No experience necessary! Over 20 hours/week of open studio time to practice! DROP IN: LIFE DRAWING FOR ADULTS (AGES 16+): Mondays, June 14-Aug. 9 (no class 7/5), 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost: $8/session, $7/session for BCA members. Location: Firehouse Center, Burlington. This drop-in class is open to all levels and facilitated by a BCA staff member and professional model. Please bring your own drawing materials and paper. No registration necessary. Purchase a Life Drawing class card for $40 and get the 6th visit for free! PAINTING: WATERCOLOR: Mondays, June 28-Aug. 2 (no class 7/5), 6-8 p.m. Cost: $120/$108 BCA members. Location: Firehouse Center, Burlington. Learn how to paint with watercolor. This class will focus on observational painting from still life, figure, landscape and photos. Students will paint on watercolor paper stretched
on board or watercolor blocks and will gain experience with composition, color theory, layering, light and shade. Class may move outdoors to paint en plein air on nice days! Materials list provided. PRINT: SILKSCREEN: Jun. 30Aug. 11, 6-8:30 p.m., Weekly on Wednesday. Cost: $210/$189 BCA members. Location: BCA Print Studio, 250 Main St., Burlington. Learn to design and print posters, T-shirts, fine-art prints and more! Students will be exposed to a variety of techniques for transferring and printing images using hand-drawn, photographic or borrowed imagery. Learn how to apply photo emulsion, how to use a silkscreen exposure unit, and how to mix and print images with water-based inks. Material list will be provided, some materials included. PRINT: WOODBLOCK, MONOPRINTS AND STENCILS: Jun. 29-Aug. 10, 6-8:30 p.m., Weekly on Tuesday. Cost: $210/$189 BCA members. Location: BCA Print Studio, 250 Main St., Burlington. Learn a variety of printing techniques that can be used in combination to create unique one-of-a kind prints. Demonstrations on monoprinting, relief, silkscreening and stencils will be covered. Students will be encouraged to experiment with multiple surfaces and try combining techniques. PHOTO: INTRO FILM OR DIGITAL SLR CAMERA: Jun. 30-Aug. 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Weekly on Wednesday. Cost: $145/$130.50 BCA Members. Location: Firehouse Center, Burlington. Explore the basic workings of the manual 35mm film or digital SLR camera to learn how to take the photographs you envision. Demystify f-stops, shutter speeds and exposure, and learn the basics of composition, lens choices and film types/sensitivity. Bring an empty manual 35mm film or digital SLR camera and it’s owners manual to class. No experience necessary.
BCA offers dozens of weeklong summer art camps for ages 3-14 in downtown Burlington from June to August – the largest selection of art camps in the region! Choose full- or halfday camps – scholarships are available. See all the camps and details at www.burlingtoncit yarts.com.
camps ART CAMP: June 21-25 or June 28-July 2, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., ages 6-11. Cost: $260/week. Location: Art Camp, 614 Macrae Rd., Colchester. Info: Carol MacDonald Art Works, Carol E.S. MacDonald, 802-862-9037, carol@carolmacdonald.com, www. carolmacdonald.com. This is a hands-on working studio experience led by award-winning artist Carol E.S. MacDonald. We work in drawing, printmaking, painting, clay and handmade book binding. Groups are limited to 10 with support for children to work at their own pace and develop their own ideas and images.
coaching ONE NEXT STEP: A RETREAT FOR REFLECTION, DECISION & SUPPORT: Aug. 6. Location: Meadowhawk Homestead Retreat Center, Monkton. Info: Julie, 802-482-5251, bhy@beecherhillyoga.com. A wonderful collaboration: Laura Wisniewski, director of Beecher Hill Yoga, will be teaming up with Julie Soquet of Windhorse Consulting to offer this wonderful late-summer one-day retreat. Are you ready to take a step toward change in your life? This is the perfect opportunity to make some space and time for yourself, explore your needs, priorities and vision, and create a plan.
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CREATING GARDEN STICKS: Jun. 26, 1-4 p.m. Cost: $15/3-hour class. Location: JourneyWorks, 11 Kilburn St., Burlington. Info: JourneyWorks, Jen Kristel, 802-860-6203, jenkristel@ hotmail.com, journeyworksvt. com. Summer is here! Monthly art “stops” help you connect with the artist within yourself. Time for fun, and creativity! Create garden sticks based on Native American prayer sticks; we will
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PHOTOGRAPHING WATER: Tuesdays, July 13-27, 6-9 p.m., Field Session Sat., July 17. Cost: $195/nonmembers, $175.50/ BCA members. Location: Firehouse Center, Burlington. Learn to capture the beauty and movement of water in this foursession hands-on workshop. Time exposures and stop-motion techniques will be covered, as well as Photoshop image-processing techniques. Participants will print archival prints on our Epson 3880 printer. Bring digital SLR camera, tripod and Maccompatible flash drive to class. Prerequisite: Intro Film, Digital SLR, or equivalent experience, basic Photoshop experience.
Call 802-865-7166 for info or register online at BurlingtonCityArts.com. Teacher bios are also available online.
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SUMMER CAMP: TEEN PHOTO: Jun. 21-25, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Location: Burlington City Arts, Burlington. Learn the mysteries of the photographic darkroom! In this camp, teens will go on
SUMMER CAMP: CIRCUS KIDS CREATE!: Jun. 26-Aug. 6, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Cost: $475/427.50 BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts, Burlington. Info: Burlington City Arts. Run away to join the circus and still be home for dinner! In this exclusive full-day, two-week camp, learn clowning, juggling, partner acrobatics, low-tightwire walking, tumbling and much more. In this artist-in-residence program, WT McRae, a circus professional, will collaborate with students, teachers, parents and artists to create a community-based circus. The residency culminates with a big show during Festival of Fools in August, giving every student a moment in the sun. Space is limited! Ages 7-14.
SUMMER CAMP: NATURE ART: Jul. 19-23, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Location: Burlington City Arts, Burlington. Come find the art in nature! Campers will explore and use the natural world as inspiration for drawings, paintings, birdhouses, handmade planters, growing sculptures and more. Ages 6-8.
study class is designed to meet each student’s individual goals, from complicated projects to corrective throwing and handbuilding techniques. Each class is composed of student-requested demonstrations combined with one-on-one individualized instruction. Past projects have included teapots, stacked forms, nesting bowls, throwing-in-sets, throwing larger and throwing taller. Over 20 hrs./week of open studio time to practice. Prerequisite: Beginning wheel skills.
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TINY HOUSE RAISING: Cost: $250/workshop. Location: Woodstock. Info: Peter King, 802-933-6103. A crew of beginners will help instructor Peter King frame and sheath a tiny house on June 12 & 13 in Woodstock, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Other workshops include Woodbury, June 26 & 27, Cooperstown, N.Y., July 17 & 18, & Hinesburg, Aug. 7 & 8. Info at www.vermonttiny houses.com.
guided photo shoots in downtown Burlington and will learn how to print their own blackand-white photographs. Manual cameras, film and paper are all provided. Ages 12-14.
p.m. Location: Burlington City Arts, Burlington. This camp is all about the ever-popular pottery wheel. Kids never get bored with learning new throwing, decorating and glazing techniques as they make bowls, cups and more! All items will be dishwasher safe and lead free. Ages 9-11.
classes THE FOLLOWING CLASS LISTINGS ARE PAID ADVERTISEMENTS. ANNOUNCE YOUR CLASS FOR AS LITTLE AS $13.75/WEEK (INCLUDES SIX PHOTOS AND UNLIMITED DESCRIPTION ONLINE). SUBMIT YOUR CLASS AD AT SEVENDAYSVT.COM/POSTCLASS. CREATIVITY
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BALLROOM DANCE CLASSES: Location: The Champlain Club, Burlington. Info: First Step Dance, 802-598-6757, kevin@ firststepdance.com, www. FirstStepDance.com. Beginning classes repeat each month, and intermediate classes vary from month to month. As with all of our programs, everyone is encouraged to attend, and no partner is necessary. Come alone, or come with friends, but come out and dance! DANCE STUDIO SALSALINA: Cost: $13/class. Location: 266 Pine St., Burlington. Info: Victoria, 802-598-1077, info@ salsalina.com. Salsa classes, nightclub-style. One-on-one, group and private, four levels. Beginner walk-in classes, Wednesdays, 6 p.m. Argentinean Tango class and social, Fridays, 7:30 p.m., walk-ins welcome. No dance experience, partner or preregistration required, just the desire to have fun! Drop in any time and prepare for an enjoyable workout! LEARN TO SWING DANCE: Cost: $60/6-week series ($50 for students/seniors). Location: Champlain Club, 20 Crowley St., Burlington. Info: www.lindyver mont.com, 802-860-7501. Great fun, exercise and socializing, with fabulous music. Learn in a welcoming and lighthearted environment. Classes start every six weeks: Tuesdays for beginners; Wednesdays for upper levels. Instructors: Shirley McAdam and Chris Nickl.
drumming BURLINGTON TAIKO CLASSES: Location: Taiko Space (across from Outer Space Deli), 208 Flynn Ave., Burlington. Info: Burlington Taiko, 802-658-0658, classes@burlingtontaiko.org, www.burlingtontaiko.com. Taiko is an art form that involves music and movement. Each session of the beginning-level classes focuses on introducing the basic notes and movement of one taiko piece. Students should come
to class in loose-fitting exercise wear: Sweatpants and a T-shirt work well. All equipment is provided. No previous experience is necessary! All are welcome! Gift certificates are available. For a full schedule of classes or more info, go online or email.
empowerment DEVELOPING YOUR INTUITION: Jun. 19-20, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $75/incl. lunch & snacks both days. Location: 55 Clover Lane, Waterbury. Info: Sue, 802-2447909. Learn six proven ways to access your inner wisdom and discover your personal intuitive style. Led by Dr. Sue Mehrtens, teacher and author, with over 25 years of experience in Jungian analysis, dreamwork and leading adult programs. Limited to 12 students.
gardening NOW OPEN: MARIJKE’S PERENNIAL GARDENS PLUS: Free workshops. Open daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Tue. & Wed. Location: 1299 Robert Young Rd., Rt. 116 to Rt. 17 East. Follow VT directional signs, S. Starksboro. Info: 802-453-7590. Hardy fieldgrown perennial plants, fruits and showy containers for sale. 35 exquisite display gardens in a mountainous wildlife setting. Call for brochure and info.
health CHRONIC PAIN SERIES LED BY JILL SATTERFIELD: Jun. 25-27. Location: Vermont Center for Yoga and Therapy, 364 Dorset St., Suite 204, S. Burlington. Info: 802-658-9440, www.vtcyt. com. The series starts June 25 with a workshop that will examine the psychological experience of someone living with chronic pain and illness. Series continues June 26 and 27. We encourage you to sign up for the entire series at a discounted price. See website for price breakdown and class descriptions.
herbs WISDOM OF THE HERBS SCHOOL: Wild Edible and Medicinal Walk, Tues., June 29, 6-7:30 p.m., $10. Eat on the Wild Side, Wed., June 30, 5:30-7:30 p.m., $20. Wild Plant Walk, Tue., July 6, 6-7:30 p.m., $10, Rock
Point, Burlington. Wild Edibles 2010: Enhancing Local Food Security summer/fall term, Sundays 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Aug. 8, Sept. 12, Oct. 3. Tuition $300. Apply for VSAC nondegree grant. Plan ahead and apply now for VSAC nondegree grant for 2011 programs while funds are plentiful. Location: Wisdom of the Herbs School, Woodbury. Info: 802-456-8122, annie@ wisdomoftheherbsschool.com, www.wisdomoftheherbsschool. com. Earth Skills for changing times. Experiential programs embracing local wild edible and medicinal plants, food as first medicine, sustainable living skills, and the inner journey. Annie McCleary, director, and George Lisi, naturalist.
language AMIGOS, LEARN SPANISH WITH US: Beginning week of June 21 for 10 weeks. Cost: $160/10 1-hour classes. Location: Spanish in Waterbury Center, Waterbury Center. Info: Spanish in Waterbury Center, 802-6594181, spanishparavos@gmail. com, www. spanishwa terburycenter.com. Summer Spanish class offerings. Learn from a native speaker in a small class environment. Also private instruction and tutoring. Increase your level for school next fall. Also specializing in lessons for young children; they love it! Convenient scheduling. See our website for complete information or contact us for details.
martial arts AIKIDO: Special summer rates -- Join with a friend and recieve one free month of introductory Aikido classes. Location: Aikido of Champlain Valley, 257 Pine St. (across from Conant Metal and Light), Burlington. Info: 802-951-8900, aikidovt.org. Aikido is a dynamic Japanese martial art that promotes physical and mental harmony through the use of breathing exercises, aerobic conditioning, circular movements, and pinning and throwing techniques. We also teach sword/staff arts and knife defense. Adult classes seven days a week. The Samurai Youth Program provides scholarships for children and teenagers, ages 8-18. AIKIDO: Tues.-Fri., 6-7:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 9-10 a.m.; & Sundays, 10-11:30 a.m. Visitors are always welcome. Location: Vermont Aikido, 274 N. Winooski Ave. (2nd floor), Burlington. Info: Vermont Aikido, 802-862-9785, www.vermontaikido.org. Aikido 101: Join us for a free class! “Introduction to Aikido” begins at 10 a.m., the 3rd Saturday of each month. Please bring or wear loose-fitting exercise clothing; plan to arrive 15 minutes early to register. This class is a gentle
introduction to basic movement and training, open to everyone interested in learning more about Aikido. VERMONT BRAZILIAN JIUJITSU: Mon.-Fri., 6-9 p.m., & Sat., 10 a.m. 1st class is free. Location: Vermont Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 55 Leroy Rd., Williston. Info: 802-660-4072, Julio@ bjjusa.com, www.bjjusa.com. Classes for men, women and children. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu enhances strength, flexibility, balance, coordination and cardio-respiratory fitness. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training builds and helps to instill courage and selfconfidence. We offer a legitimate Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu martial arts program in a friendly, safe and positive environment. Accept no imitations. Learn from one of the world’s best, Julio “Foca” Fernandez, CBJJ and IBJJF certified 6th Degree Black Belt, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor under Carlson Gracie Sr., teaching in Vermont, born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil! A 5-time Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu National Featherweight Champion and 3-time Rio de Janeiro State Champion, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
massage ASIAN BODYWORK THERAPY PROGRAM: Cost: $5,000/500hour program. Location: Elements of Healing, 21 Essex Way, Suite 109, Essex Junction. Info: Elements of Healing, Scott Moylan, 802-288-8160, elementsofhealing@verizon.net, www.elementsofhealing.net. This program teaches two forms of Oriental massage, Amma and Shiatsu. We will explore Oriental medicine theory and diagnosis as well as the body’s meridian system, acupressure points, Yin Yang and 5-Element Theory. Additionally, 100 hours of Western anatomy and physiology will be taught. Program starting September 2010. VSAC nondegree grants are available.
meditation LEARN TO MEDITATE: Meditation instruction available Sunday mornings, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., or by appointment. The Shambhala Cafe meets the first Saturday of each month for meditation and discussions, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. An Open House occurs every third Wednesday evening of each month, 7-9 p.m., which includes an intro to the center, a short dharma talk and socializing. Location: Burlington Shambhala Center, 187 So. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: 802-658-6795, www.burlington shambhalactr.org. Through the practice of sitting still and following your breath as it goes out and dissolves, you are connecting with your heart. By simply letting yourself be, as you are, you develop genuine sympathy toward yourself. The Burlington
Shambhala Center offers meditation as a path to discovering gentleness and wisdom.
performing arts MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE: Jun. 20. Location: Spotlight on Dance, 50 San Remo Dr., S. Burlington. Info: Bill Reed Voice Studio, Bill Reed, 802-862-7326, billreed@theatricalsinger.com. Join Bill Reed and world class faculty members from Circle in the Square Theater School in NYC for this week-long professional workshop. Through this immersion experience, you will transform your vocal technique, release inhibitions, and access deeper parts of yourself, all combining to support your best performances ever.
pilates ALL WELLNESS, LLC: Many package/pricing options to suit your budget. Please call for pricing details. Location: 208 Flynn Ave. (across from the antique shops, near Oakledge Park), Burlington. Info: 802-863-9900, www.allwellnessvt.com. We encourage all ages, all bodies and all abilities to discover greater ease and enjoyment in life by integrating Pilates, physical therapy, yoga and health counseling services. Come experience our welcoming atmosphere, skillful, caring instructors and light-filled studio. First mat class is free! Also, please join us for a free introduction to the reformer, the first Tuesday of every month at 6:45-just call to sign up. NATURAL BODIES PILATES: Book your sessions for certified instruction in classical Pilates, Laban/Bartenieff Movement Analysis & yoga for all abilities: By appt. & small group classes. Location: Natural Bodies Pilates, 49 Heineberg Dr. (Rt. 127, just over the bridge from Burlington’s New North End), Colchester. Info: 802-863-3369, lucille@naturalbodiespilates. com, NaturalBodiesPilates.com. Race-car drivers, equestrians, elite athletes, professional actors, dancers and golfers benefit from Movement Analysis and stay fit with Pilates exercise, and now you can too! Find your center and relieve stress with whole-body workouts that leave you feeling strong, relaxed and flexible. Call today for your free introduction.
psychology HABITUAL MIND SERIES: LED BY JILL SATTERFIELD: Jun. 19-20. Cost: $185/series. Location: Vermont Center for Yoga and Therapy, 364 Dorset St., Suite 204, S. Burlington. Info: 802-658-9440, vtcyt.com. Workshops will examine the psycho-spiritual elements of addictive patterns. The Buddha’s Four Noble Truths will be our
schema and path to recognizing and changing the causes of habitual thoughts and behavior. The two-day workshops will include didactic presentation as well as experiential learning.
reiki REIKI (USUI) LEVEL ONE: Cost: $175/Sat. June 26, 9:30 a.m.5:30 p.m. Location: Rising Sun Healing Center, 35 King St., #7, Burlington. Info: Chris Hanna, 802-881-1866, chris@risingsunhealing.com, www.risingsunhealing.com. Receive an attunement that allows you to use Reiki for healing and personal growth. Learn the hand positions for giving a complete Reiki treatment to yourself and others and have time to practice these skills. Learn to scan the human energy field, the history and ethics of a Reiki practitioner.
sewing SEWING CLASSES AT NIDO: Jun. 1-Jul. 31. Location: nido, 209 College Street Suite 2e, Burlington. Info: nido, nido , 802-881-0068, info@nidovt. com, www.nidovt.com. June is here and the new month means new sewing classes at nido! This month, local pattern designer and craft blogger Annie from Bird and Little Bird returns to teach her popular class on sewing stuffed animals. Learn patchwork and doll-making skills while stitching up a beautiful handmade toy!
shamanism INNER WISDOM: THE SHAMAN’S WAY: Jun. 19, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $45/3-hour class. Location: Rainwater Center, North End Studio, 294 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: Shaman’s Flame, Peter Clark & Sarah Finlay, 802-2537846, sarah8peter13@gmail. com, www.shamansflame.com. Introduction to shamanic journeying, an active form of meditation. Meet your spirit guides in two classic spirit realms. Find your seat of power, increase your empowerment and transmute obstacles. THE PATH OF THE SHAMAN: Jun. 19, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Weekly on Saturday. Cost: $45/3-hour class. Location: RainWater Center at the North End Studio, 294 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: RainWater Center LLC, Alex Tretiak, 802233-0046, alex@rainwatercenter.org, www.rainwatercenter. org. Three powerful shamanic workshops over two weekends: “Igniting the Inner Wisdom Of the Shaman’s Way” with Sarah Finlay and Peter Clark. “Native Wisdom for Chaotic Times” with Wendy Halley. “Adventure Shamanism” with Katherine Veilleux. For full course descriptions and more information,
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shelburne art center Naked Raku & BuRNishiNg Pots: Sat. & Sun., June 26 & 27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $195/ members; $225/nonmembers. Location: The Shelburne Art Center, 64 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Info: 802-985-3648, info@shelburneartcenter.og, www.shelburneartcenter.org. During this weekend primitive firing workshop, students will explore preparation of bone dry pots using burnishing techniques and terra sigillata for pit/ raku firing. On sunday while the pit firing is underway, students will learn how slips/glaze can be used to produce exciting raku results as well as traditional raku glazes. MoNotyPe PRiNtMakiNg WoRkshoP: Jun. 12, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $75/members; $95/ nonmembers, $15 materials. Location: The Shelburne Art Center, 64 Harbor Road, Shelburne. Info: 802-985-3648, info@shelburneartcenter.og, www.shelburneartcenter.org. This inspired and highly productive workshop will introduce students to hand-worked monotype. Using color and black and white water-based printing inks, students will create a significant number of unique pieces during each studio session.
key PRiNCiPles iN a CouRse iN MiRaCles: Jun. 17, 7-9 p.m. Location: 55 Clover Lane, Waterbury. Info: Sue, 802244-7909. come to this free discussion that is focused on the work of Gary Renard, author of several books on the course in Miracles, The Disappearance of the Universe and Your Immortal Reality. Topics include the ego’s mind, God’s mind, death, illusion, forgiveness and duality. led by Robyn Niper, speaker and student of a course in Miracles.
tai chi sNake style tai Chi ChuaN: Beginner classes Sat. mornings & Wed. evenings. Call to view a class. Location: BAO TAK FAI TAI CHI INSTITUTE, 100 Church St., Burlington. Info: 802-8647902, www.iptaichi.org. The Yang snake style is a dynamic tai chi method that mobilizes the spine while stretching and strengthening the core body muscles. Practicing this ancient martial art increases strength, flexibility, vitality, peace of mind and martial skill.
wood WoodtuRNiNg BasiCs: Jun. 8-Jul. 13, 6-8:30 p.m., Weekly on Tuesday. Cost: $220/15 hours of instruction. Location: The Sculpted Tree, 5 Andrew Dr., Unit 3, Essex Jct. Info: The Sculpted Tree, Inc., Nick Rosato, 802-9992976, nickrosato@gmail.com. learn to turn bowls, rolling pins and other items. Ideal class for beginner and intermediate turners. This is a skill-building course providing instruction on safety, selecting material, tool selection and technique, and sharpening. Open studio time to practice skills available after completion of course. Ongoing enrollment.
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Body as house: led By Jill satteRfield: Jun. 18, 6-8 p.m. Cost: $45/workshop. Location: Vermont Center for Yoga and Therapy, 364 Dorset St., Suite 204, S. Burlington. Info: 802658-9440. If your body was your house, would it be full of light? a bit of a mess? In need of a handyman, perhaps? We will explore the body as our home and tend to it by consciously investigating the foundation, the rooms inside, the roof and basement. all levels welcome.
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n impressive collection of 15 new paintings on canvas and paper make up Galen Cheney’s solo exhibition, entitled “Mark by Mark,” at Johnson State College’s Julian Scott Memorial Gallery. In her artist statement, Cheney describes taking a very active approach to their creation: “I raise the paintings up and knock them down, build up, scrape off, paint in, blur out.” All her mark making leaves evidence for viewers to uncover, as if they were archaeologists excavating the remains of a dazzling civilization. Cheney’s paintings on paper are the largest pieces in the show — vertical compositions of 50 by 38 inches. On them she has used a variety of media to build animated surfaces and intense, harmonious hues. In the hot-colored work “Boot Up,” distinctive passages Boot Up such as ribbons appear atop the shimmering orange and salmon background. A pale blue ribbon is bordered with red, and segments of broad black line contrast with less opaque passages of black buried between layers of color. Cheney claims she does not begin her paintings with a preconceived idea; she maintains a “dialogue” with each work as it develops and remains open to letting the painting itself give her direction, as it were. “It’s all about setting up a situation and working through it,” she states. “There is a balance to be struck between controlling the painting and giving myself over to the mystery of the unconscious.” In the acrylic “Green Heart,” Cheney created negative space by painting neutral gray areas on a twisted matrix of fine, almost cellular, lines woven over the background. In astronomy, light
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speed, its floating, flashing body seen through the water.” Regardless of whether Cheney painted in that spirit, the work is all about movement and density, like a school of the tiny fish. The white, gray and black lines play over a thin underpainting of peach. Of course, “Smelt” may refer to the melding of hot metals, and the painting’s thicket of small marks could depict the process of smelting. The title works either way. “Conveyer” is relatively less complex, with broad white lines laid on top of other hues. It’s like a twisted cloverleaf, a Gordian knot of exits tangling up an urban interstate. Color and line become themes as much as forms do in any of Cheney’s
ALL CHENEY’S MARK MAKING LEAVES EVIDENCE FOR VIEWERS TO UNCOVER, AS IF THEY WERE
ARCHAEOLOGISTS EXCAVATING THE REMAINS OF A DAZZLING CIVILIZATION. from the most distant stars is the oldest; in Cheney’s pieces, the earliest gestures are the ones buried deepest in the picture plane. The top layers of “Green Heart” include broad lines of white and black, a counterpoint to the successive layers beneath. The flurry of silvery gray lines in Cheney’s “Smelt” recalls sculptor Constantin Brancusi’s famous quote, “When you see a fish, you don’t think of its scales, do you? You think of its
works. So, while wholly abstract, her paintings can’t really be called nonobjective. The 40-by-36-inch oil-on-canvas “Spin” is the portrait of a spinning red line in space. Like a small tornado, the red line twists around clouds of blue-green in the center of the composition. The distant white background has been scraped and dug into. Lower layers of paint feature finer lines and smaller patches of hue than those above. Cheney is a powerful and perceptive painter who lets the colors, lines, density and shapes of abstraction take center stage. Her paintings not only speak volumes, they do so eloquently. M A R C AWO D EY
Galen Cheney, recent abstract works on paper and canvas, Julian Scott Memorial Gallery, Johnson State College. Through June 20.
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cAll to Artists We Art Women exhibit: Women artists need for exhibit at The Men’s Room July/August. Deadline: June 25. Contact weartwomen@gmail. com for details. Woodstock Arts FestivAl: Open call to artists for the September 11 & 12 Woodstock Arts Festival. Forty juried artists on the village green in downtown Woodstock. Go to www.woodstockVT.com and click on yellow highlighted call for entries. 2010 south end Art hoP! Artists in all media are encouraged to register for the 18th annual Art Hop. Deadline to ensure inclusion in the program guide: July 23. Info, 859-9222. www.seaba.com red squAre needs Art! Artists needed for monthlong exhibits at a busy establishment on Church Street in Burlington. All media considered. Please contact Diane at creativegeniuses@burlingtontele com.net. ProPosAls For 2011: Studio Place Arts uses its second- and third-floor spaces for solo/small group shows. Proposals for shows in 2011 are being accepted through June 18. Info, 479-7069 or www.studioplacearts.com.
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shelburne Artists’ mArket: Local artists and artisans show and sell their wares, including paintings, photography, handmade clothing, prints, jewelry and more. Saturday, June 12, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Shelburne Art Center. Info, 985-3648. beth robinson: The Burlington artist will be working on her “strange dolls” in mixed media for her eight-week residency in the fourth-floor gallery space, and welcomes visitors on Saturdays. Saturday, June 12, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts, Burlington. Info, 865-7166. ‘Picture yourselF: the Photobooth in AmericA, 1926-2010’: A selection of American photobooth photographs and equipment collected by Burlington artist and photo historian Nakki Goranin. Through September 1 at Fleming Museum, UVM in Burlington. Talk: Nakki Goranin, photo collector and historian and author of American Photobooth, gives a gallery talk: Wednesday, June 16, 12:15-2 p.m. Info, 656-0750. PortrAit PAinting ProgrAm: Artist Tom Clifford discusses how he conducted research for a portrait of a deceased subject, Jane Austen; and Phyllis Higgins shares how she works on a portrait of a living person. The presentation includes discussion and dessert. Wednesday, June 16, 6:30-8 p.m., Sullivan Museum & History Center, Norwich University, Northfield. Info, 485-2886.
recePtions ‘Picture yourselF: the Photobooth in AmericA, 1926-2010’: A selection of American photobooth photographs and equipment collected by Burlington artist and photo historian Nakki Goranin. Through September 1 at Fleming Museum, UVM, in Burlington. Reception: Wednesday, June 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Info, 656-0750.
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‘Ahh... summer’: Member artists show their works in painting, furniture, photographs, fiber arts and more in a celebration of the season. Through July 10 at Creative Space Gallery in Vergennes. Reception: Thursday, June 10, 4-6 p.m. Info, 877-3850.
cecily herzig & JAson okAi: The members of Strafford Artworks show their watercolors and abstract paintings, respectively, in this two-day show. Saturday, June 12, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Sunday, June 13, noon-3 p.m. at Towle Hill Studio in Corinth. Reception: Saturday, June 12, 4-6 p.m. Info, 765-4941.
Prindle Wissler & dick Wissler: Paintings and sculptures, respectively, by the artistic local couple. June 11 through July 3 at The Art House in Middlebury. A reception features singers Barney, Bill and Kate Hodges with pianist Aram Marks: Friday, June 11, 5-7 p.m. Info, 458-0464.
burton koPeloW: The Los Angeles-based artist shows a sampling of his stylized, whimsical figurative paintings. June 12 12v-sngdesign060910.indd 1 through July 18 at Hangman Framing & Art Gallery in Hardwick. A reception features live Latin jazz by Cosa Buena: Saturday, June 12, 7-10 p.m. Info, 310-5318.
summer members’ exhibit: Paintings and photographs by Don Haynes, Jonathan Taylor, Romy Scheroder and Joseph Rizzi. June 11 through August 8 at Chaffee Art Center in Rutland. Reception: Friday, June 11, 5-8 p.m. Info, 775-0356.
elizAbeth And AmAndA hAllock: Paintings, prints, photographs and hand-block printed T-shirts by the artistic sisters with local roots. June 12 through 30 at Vermont Festival of the Arts Gallery in Waitsfield. Reception: Saturday, June 12, 4-6 p.m. Info, 496-6682.
‘the golden cAge’: Photographs of Mexican migrant workers and dairy farmers in Addison County by Caleb Kenna, with text and audio by Migrant Education Program tutor Chris Urban, make up this touring exhibit from the Vermont Folklife Center. Through July 17 at Bent Northrop Memorial Library in Fairfield. Reception: Friday, June 11, 6-7 p.m. Info, 827-3945.
nvAA Juried Art shoW: Members of the Northern Vermont Artist Association show works in various media in this 80th annual exhibit. June 13 through July 10 at Visions of Vermont in Jeffersonville. Reception: Sunday, June 13, 3-5 p.m. Info, 644-8183.
Joe hArig: “Horizons,” abstract visualizations of circumstances the artist says he’d rather be in than creating artwork. Fifty percent of sales will be donated to Vermont CARES. Info, 734-3640. Through July 5 at Muddy Waters in Burlington. Reception: Saturday, June 12, 4-6 p.m.
installations by a half-dozen of the region’s finest ceramicists; ‘Embellishments: The Art of the crazy Quilt’: Extraordinary examples from the permanent collection that have never been publicly exhibited; ‘upon a painted ocean: American marine paintings’: Fine works from the permanent collection; ‘tally-ho! The Art and culture of the Fox hunt’: Artwork, film footage and artifacts from the heyday of the sport in America; ‘The Art of ogden pleissner: A retrospective from the collection’: More than 30 rarely seen oils, watercolors and drypoints; ‘good Fences: Vermont Stone walls’: An outdoor exhibit exploring the medium’s history, variety and materials; and ‘warren Kimble’s America’: Favorite works from the country’s bestknown contemporary folk artist. Through October 24 at Shelburne Museum. Info, 985-3346.
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‘Wedding story’: Ten local and out-of-town photographers display their unique wedding shots. June 14 through July 9 at Vermont Photo Space Gallery in Essex Junction. Reception: Monday, June 14, 6-8 p.m. Info, 777-3686. george selleck: “Forbidden Fruit,” oil and acrylic paintings of fruits and vegetables as seductively aesthetic objects. Through July 19 at Claire’s Restaurant & Bar in Hardwick. Reception: Monday, June 14, 4-6 p.m. Info, 472-7053.
Art’s Alive FestivAl: The 24th fine-arts fest features a juried exhibit in the gallery as well as art in storefront windows on Church Street. Through June 30 at Union Station in Burlington. Info, 864-1557.
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bArbArA WAgner: “In the Year of the Buffalo,” recent mixed-media paintings by the Vermont artist. Through July 6 at Furchgott Sourdiffe Gallery in Shelburne. Info, 985-3848.
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‘Alzheimer’s: Forgetting Piece by Piece’: An exhibit of 52 contemporary quilted works that offer poignant tribute to victims of the disease, organized by the Alzheimer’s Art Quilt Initiative; and audio recordings of stories from elders, in conjunction with Vermont Public Radio and The StoryCorps Memory Loss Initiative. Also, ‘circus Day in America’: A multimedia exhibit celebrating the art and experience of the American circus, circa 1870-1950; ‘Jay hall connaway: A restless Nature’: A retrospective of the 20th-century New England landscape painter; ‘All Fired up: Six ceramic Artists From Vermont’: Unique artist-designed
‘one single cAtAstroPhe’: A cheap-art show by Daniel McNamara of Bread and Puppet Theater addressing circumstances in Haiti, Palestine and Afghanistan, along with “totally unrelated cheapart mysteries and revelations” in crayon and cardboard, “in honor of the goddess of nonfunction.” June 12 through August 31 at Plainfield Community Center. An opening reception will feature a possibilitarian puppet show and live music by the Wild Music Ensemble: Saturday, June 12, 5-8 p.m. Info, 525-4515.
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‘the golden cAge’: Photographs of Mexican migrant workers and dairy farmers in Addison County by Caleb Kenna, with text and audio by Migrant Education Program tutor Chris Urban, make up this touring exhibit from the Vermont Folklife Center. Through July 17 at Bent Northrop Memorial Library in Fairfield. Caleb Kenna and Chris Urban give a talk about their
middlebury Arts WAlk: More than 40 venues remain open to welcome pedestrian art viewers in this monthly event. Look for the pink boot at designated locations. Friday, June 11, 5-7 p.m., Middlebury. Info, 388-7951.
‘A centenniAl celebrAtion: the Art oF FrAncis colburn And ronAld slAyton’: In honor of the 100th anniversary of their births, the museum honors two of Vermont’s finest painters and lifelong friends with an exhibit of more than 50 paintings, drawings, watercolors and prints from the permanent collection, and private and public collections, as well as audio recordings and poetry. Through August 29 at Fleming Museum, UVM, in Burlington. Reception: Wednesday, June 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Info, 656-0750.
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todd sArgood: “Complex_simplex,” abstract drawings and paintings that include elaborate maps and metaphors for how cultures interact. June 10 through July 4 at Helen Day Art Center in Stowe. The artist does a “live painting” on 80 feet of gallery wall open to visitors daily. Wednesday through Thursday, June 9-10, noon-5 p.m. Info, 253-8358.
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with cerebral palsy, fill the PHOTOSTOP Gallery in White River Junction this month. The exhibit launched in conjunction with the White River Independent Film Festival, which featured a documentary film of the same name by George Kachadorian — Bent’s husband. Kachadorian, originally from Woodstock, Vt., spoke about the making of the film with individuals living with CP, and he and other Vermont filmmakers held a panel discussion on the healing powers of the creative process. The photos will be on view through June 26. The pictured shot of Chris Kim is by Courtney Bent.
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Che SChreiner: Paintings by the Vermont artist. Through June 30 at Salaam in Burlington. Info, 658-8822.
Deborah holmeS: Watercolor paintings by the Northeast Kingdom-based artist. Through June 30 at Frog Hollow in Burlington. Info, 863-6458.
gregg blaSDel & Jennifer KoCh: “Panda’s Exercise,” prints by the Burlington husband-andwife artists. Through June 16 at 215 College Gallery in Burlington. Info, 863-3662.
JaniCe SoleK tefft & Ken tefft: The members of the Essex Art League exhibit their artworks. Through June 30 at Essex Town Offices in Essex. Info, 862-3014. John K. alexanDer: “Venice,” paintings inspired by travels through Italy. Through July 10 at Chop Shop in Burlington. Info, 540-0267.
marna ehreCh: “Inner Worlds,” colorful, stylized abstractions. Through June 30 at Red Square in Burlington. Info, 318-2438. megan StearnS: Paintings that celebrate “what is” beneath the cursory glance. Through July 1 at Vintage Jewelers in Burlington. Info, 862-2233. mia feuer: “Dissonance/Resonance,” sculptural installations that require the viewer to navigate through them, and comprise meditations on conflict, volatility and flux in Israel and the West Bank. Through June 26 at Firehouse Gallery in Burlington. Info, 865-7165.
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molly hoDgDon: Nature-inspired watercolor and pen-and-ink works. Through August 31 at Pine Street Deli in Burlington. Info, 859-9222.
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KriSten l’eSPeranCe & britta JohnSon: “Intersecting Perspective,” new works inspired by the geographical, topographicial and architectural history of Brooklyn; and by Vermont landscapes, respectively. Through June 26 at Shelburne Art Center. Info, 578-5763.
marion nelSon & allen Sherman: “La Belle Hélène,” photographs of the black Holy Family mural and other images from St. Lucia, in conjunction with an oral-history project on the evolution of the islanders from 1945 to the present. Through June 30 at Barnes & Noble in South Burlington. Info, 345-7156.
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JameS Vogler: Twelve recent oil and wax abstractions on canvas by the Vermont painter. Through June 30 at Chittenden Bank Main Branch. Info, towlehillstudio.com.
maltex grouP ShoW: Nine local artists exhibit paintings, photographs, mixed media and sculpture on all four floors of the historic building. Through June 30 at The Maltex Building in Burlington. Info, 865-7166.
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eSSex art league: “Artist’s Choice,” a selection of works by members of the arts group. Through August 31 at Phoenix Books in Essex. Info, 862-3014.
liSa lillibriDge: Acrylic and mixed-media painting on carved wood, Skyway; SuSan larKin: Oil landscapes, Gates 1 & 2; and Phil herbiSon: “Wall SouP,” mixed media on wood panel, Escalator. Through June 30 at Burlington Airport in South Burlington. Info, 865-7166.
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‘CirCleS for PeaCe: Images that focus on the construction and uses of the Burlington Earth Clock, a permanent art installation and celestial timekeeper at Blanchard Beach. Through July 8 at Metropolitan Gallery, Burlington City Hall. Info, 865-7166.
leroy’S PlaCe: Works from the artist’s twodimensional circus and “Makeover” series, collages over found prints. Through June 30 at Uncommon Grounds in Burlington. Info, 503-548-8429.
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‘The Cows Come Home to Burlington’ A Chamber-sponsored public art fest this summer has brought nearly three dozen life-
sized fiberglass bovines to downtown Burlington. Though a few were immediately vandalized and have been removed for repairs, the rest of the herd appear to be contentedly grazing on sidewalks all over town. Talk about free range. This moovable visual feast will be on view through September, after which the ladies will be auctioned to benefit the Vermont Campaign to End Childhood Hunger. Pictured: Randolph artist Philip Godenschwager’s glass-mosaic cow, now installed at the Chittenden Bank.
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NaNcy TapliN: New gestural works on paper and canvas by the Vermont artist. Through June 26 at Amy E. Tarrant Gallery, Flynn Center in Burlington. Info, 652-4500.
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Nora TowNseNd: “Working With the Grain,” renderings of insects, birds and flowers in wood stain and India ink on etched birch panels. Through July 1 at The Block Gallery in Winooski. Info, 356-9536. paTrick keNNedy: New works in watercolor by the local artist. Through June 30 at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Info, 865-7211.
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‘people & porTraiTs’: A diverse selection of paintings, photography and sculpture featuring people and faces, by customers and staff. Through July 31 at Artists’ Mediums in Williston. Info, 879-1236.
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aNNeTTe lorraiNe: “Mixing It Up,” watercolors by the land conservationist. Through July 31 at Governor’s Office Gallery in Montpelier. Info, 828-0749. arT resource associaTioN: Members of the central Vermont arts association show their works in a variety of media. Through June 30 at Statehouse Cafeteria in Montpelier. Info, 828-0749.
sage Tucker-keTcham: A 10-year retrospective of abstract paintings by the Vermont artist. Through June 26 at S.P.A.C.E. Gallery in Burlington. Info, 578-5763.
“arT of acTioN: curaTor’s choice Tour”: In its final leg, a touring exhibit of paintings by Vermonters commissioned to interpret social, cultural and political issues affecting the future of Vermont. Through June 30 at Supreme Court Lobby in Montpelier. Info, 828-0749.
‘sToried objecTs: TraciNg womeN’s lives iN vermoNT’: Artifacts from the museum’s permanent collection, along with oral and written narratives of Vermont women from the Vermont Folklife Center and UVM’s Special Collections, offer a glimpse into Vermont life from the 19th century onward. Through September 3 at Fleming Museum, UVM in Burlington. Info, 656-0750.
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‘waTer’: A group show of works on 6-by-6-inchsquare wood panels that interpret the theme in a variety of media, curated by Laura Green and Karyn Vogel. Through June 30 at Penny Cluse Café in Burlington. Info, 318-1906.
s.r. wild: Collage and assemblage of found, discarded items representing the artist’s experiences, failures and observations. Through August 31 at SEABA Gallery in Burlington. Info, 859-9222.
sTeve hogaN: “Hogie Goes Bananas,” cartoony, “low-brow” art inspired by popular culture and animation. Through August 31 at VCAM Studio in Burlington. Info, 859-9222.
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‘The cows come home To burliNgToN’: More than 30 life-sized fiberglass bovines, hand-painted by Vermont artists and installed on platforms, appear to be grazing around downtown in this public art festival. At the end of the exhibition, the cows will be auctioned to benefit the Vermont Campaign to End Childhood Hunger. Through September 30 in Burlington. Info, 863-3489.
carol lippmaN: “Ordinary Unordinary,” prints. Through June 30 at Two Rivers Center in Montpelier. Info, 295-5901. caTheriNe hall & axel sTohlberg: Playful new work in mixed-media doll parts and house-like wood sculptures. Through July 18 at T.W. Wood Gallery in Montpelier. Info, 828-8743. erica layToN: Needlepoint lace woven of human hair by the Norwich artist. Through June 30 at Main Street Museum in White River Junction. Info, 356-2776.
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‘Face to Face: an exhibit oF Portraiture From the university collection’: Portraits spanning Chinese ancestral paintings to the 19th century; also a large-scale landscape, “Old Man of the Mountain” by Samuel Lancaster Jerry. Through August 1 at Sullivan Museum & History Center, Norwich University in Northfield. Info, 485-2448. Felix de la concha: Realist New England and North Carolina townscapes by the Vermont painter. Through July 11 at BigTown Gallery in Rochester. Info, 767-9670. ‘Garden and Woods’: A group show featuring birdbaths, birdhouses, garden sculptures, garden-themed paintings and more by Vermont artists. Through June 30 at Blinking Light Gallery in Plainfield. Info, 828-4872. Kari meyer: “Natural Paths: A Portrait of Vermont’s Rivers, Roads and Forests,” paintings. Through June 30 at The Green Bean Art Gallery at Capitol Grounds in Montpelier. Info, artwhirled23@ yahoo.com. ‘lines and Geometry rule shoW series’: “Line It Up,” a group exhibit that explores lines through traditional drawings and works made from nontraditional materials, Main Floor Gallery; Paul Calter, “In a network of lines,” Second Floor Gallery; and Mark Lorah, “Building Blocks,” Third Floor Gallery. Through June 12 at Studio Place Arts in Barre. Info, 479-7069. lisa mase: “The Gold Thread,” collaged artwork referencing themes and memories in the artist’s life. Through June 19 at Tulsi Tea Room in Montpelier. Info, 223-0043. miranda syP: “Rainbows and Dancers on Duckcloth,” acrylic paintings. Through June 30 at The Shoe Horn in Montpelier. Info, 223-5454. ‘shootinG beauty’: Photography from the “Picture This” project for individuals with cerebral palsy, and featured in the documentary film Shooting Beauty, by director George Kachadorian. Through June 26 at PHOTOSTOP Gallery in White River Junction. Info, 698-0320.
‘to liFe! a celebration oF vermont JeWish Women’: Oral histories, photographic portraits, archival images and artworks by female Jews in the state make up the Vermont Jewish Women’s History Project directed by Sandy Gartner and Ann Buffum. Through July 3 at Vermont History Museum in Montpelier. Info, 479-8505.
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‘celebrity’: Paintings, prints and photographs from the permanent collection that convey the idea and presentation of being famous. Through August 15 at Middlebury College Museum of Art. Info, 443-5007. ‘Garden insPired’: A group exhibit of works in multiple media by local artists, as well as a living-art indoor garden space created by guest curator Alena Botanica. Through June 30 at Art on Main in Bristol. Info, 453-4032.
summer GrouP shoW: Karla Van Vliet, Karin Gottshall, Paige Ackerson, Kit Donnelly and other local artists present their works in a variety of media. Open Saturdays or by appointment only. Through October 1 at The Gallery at 85 North Street in Bristol. Info, 453-5813.
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‘the nature oF Wood’: An exhibit of locally crafted furniture by Vermont woodworkers, 1790 to the present. Through October 23 at Sheldon Museum in Middlebury. Info, 388-2117. thomas PollaK: “Threads in Our Tapestry,” wide-angle photographs of Vermont’s landscape. Through June 25 at WalkOver Gallery & Concert Room in Bristol. Info, 453-3188.
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Warren Kimble: The renowned Vermont folk artist shows his contemporary works from several of his collections, “Let the Sun Shine” and “Widows of War,” and other new paintings. Through June 30 at Brandon Music. Info, 465-4071.
JULY 18/SUNDAY, 7:30 pm South Porch at Shelburne Farms Chopin Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor
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bert dodson & Zelma loseKe: The husbandand-wife artists share an exhibit: her free-form sculptures of handmade paper and vine; his drawings and illustrated books, including the recent Favor Johnson. Through June 17 at Northeast Kingdom Artisans’ Guild Backroom Gallery in St. Johnsbury. Info, 748-0158. deborah GreGory & nancy earle: “Reflections on Nature,” textile works and acrylic paintings, respectively. Through July 11 at Emile A. Gruppe Gallery in Jericho. Info, 899-3211. eiGht reGional artists: Photography, painting, artist books and charcoal drawings by Bethany Bond, Janet Fredericks, Marie LaPre Grabon, Ken Leslie, John Miller, Victoria Patrick, George Pearlman and Lauren Stagnitti. Through July 10 at River Arts Center in Morrisville. Info, 888-1261.
AUGUST 7/SATURDAY, 7:00 pm South Porch at Shelburne Farms Chopin Concerto No. 1 in E minor for piano and orchestra, Op. 11
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herb sWanson & rosie Prevost: The photographers show images from Ireland and Portugal, respectively. Through June 30 at Catamount Arts Center in St. Johnsbury. Info, 748-2600. neW artist exhibit: An exhibit with newcomers to the gallery, Lisa Morrison, sculpted tree paintings; Daniel Pattullo, paintings of Vermont scenes; Corliss Blakely and Clair Dunn, paintings and photography, respectively, made using iPhone technology. Returning artists Meta Strick and Kimberlee Forney add idiosyncratic paintings to the mix. Through July 31 at Staart Gallery in St. Albans. Info, 524-5700. Patricia de GorGoZa: “Chronicles in Wood and Stone,” sculptures by the Woodbury-based artist; and Michael Lew Smith: “Accidental Abstracts,” photographic studies from the boneyard. Open Sundays or by appointment. Through July 15 at White Water Gallery in East Hardwick. Info, 563-2037. m
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‘into their oWn’: An exhibit of works by 19 Middlebury College alumni-artists including Woody
sheila scharF: Paintings of local scenes by the late artist, from the private collections of family members. Through June 30 at Lincoln Library. Info, 453-2665.
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Patty sGrecci & michael Kin: The artists present mixed-media work in exhibits titled “Fanatical Botanicals” and “Light in Flight: A Year of Avian Observation in Vermont,” respectively. Through June 29 at Brandon Artists’ Guild. Info, 247-4956.
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James borden & robert a. Gold: “81 Restaurants, 81 Paintings, 81 Years,” watercolors by the octagenarian artist; and “Cityscapes,” digitally altered multimedia works, respectively. Through June 30 at Tourterelle Restaurant in New Haven. Info, 377-2579.
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Jackson, Timothy Clark, Fred Danforth, Ann Cady and others. Through July 18 at Edgewater Gallery in Middlebury. Info, 458-0098.
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he funniest line in the trailer and TV spots for Get Him to the Greek is nowhere to be found in the film itself. In the promos, a barfstreaked Jonah Hill escorts the fallen rock star played by Russell Brand to a live interview with Meredith Vieira and obliviously slurs, “Is there a bathroom here at the 'Today' Show’?” It’s a deliriously absurd moment that encapsulates everything appealing about writer-director Nicholas Stoller’s sequel of sorts to 2008’s Forgetting Sarah Marshall. So why omit it? The movie is almost two hours long, and vast stretches cry out for the cutting-room floor, so it’s not as though the filmmaker was the least bit concerned with delivering a trimmed-to-the bone final cut. That is just one of several questions raised by this picture. Another one is: Why isn’t it a better time? The ingredients for a major-league laughathon would appear to be in place. Judd Apatow is in the producer’s chair. Brand reprises his breakout role as British rock god Aldous Snow. He’s even fallen off the wagon and is casually setting Guinness records for celebrity excess. For his part, Hill would seem to be the perfect choice to play Aaron Green, a des-
perate-to-please record-company underling. He’s charged with dragging the debauched has-been from London to New York (for that truncated “Today" show sequence) and then on to the titular L.A. venue for a comeback concert — all within 72 hours. Hill’s character is Brand’s opposite in every way. How could knee-slapping hijinks not ensue? Don’t ask me. For the most part, they simply don’t. The movie is long on premise and surprisingly short on, well, surprises. Do we not expect Snow to mess with the fawning shlub sent to put an end to his 24-hour partying? Did we not come to see Hill’s dweeby character sucked into the world of sex, drugs and rock ’n’ roll, a world where he proves preposterously out of place? Do we really have the slightest doubt as to whether he’ll get the preening egomaniac to the show on time? And, this being an Apatow production, are we not guaranteed a combination of raunch and heart-tugging tenderness? While hardly envelope pushing (Stoller’s idea of cutting-edge crudeness is having characters say the word “vagina” whenever possible), the movie’s raunch quotient does yield its meager bounty of merry moments. For example, on a plane, Green tries to stifle
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a sneeze after hiding a balloon of heroin up his bum at Snow’s insistence. He’s terrified that, if he lets it rip, his bowels will evacuate. The result is perhaps cinematic history’s most comical sneeze — a sound that suggests someone sitting on a gerbil. But we do not buy tickets to a Judd Apatow production for the silly sounds, now, do we? What we have here is a great idea for a comedy and a script that’s at least a dozen rewrites away from greatness. There isn’t a single laugh-out-loud scene in Get Him to the Greek, and the closest thing to a shock is Sean
Combs’ show-stealing turn as Hill’s boss, a gonzo record-company owner. Of course, the only viewers it will take by surprise are those not aware of the musician’s well-reviewed work a while back on Broadway. The final act abandons all pretense of outrageousness in favor of warm and fuzzy bonding between Snow and his handler. But do not expect to be overcome with emotion. Well before the rock star hits the stage, my guess is you’ll be ready to hit the nearest exit.
both Polley and Brody into sporadic fits of overacting. In the end, the story’s potential becomes moot when the filmmakers remember this is supposed to be a horror movie and promptly take a wrong turn into a genre best described as “the ‘Jerry Springer’ episode taped in hell.” Yet, before it turns seriously cuckoo, the film explores parenting a mutant in scenes that are oddly touching. Part actress, part makeup and part CGI, Dren resides firmly in what visual-effects artists call the “uncanny valley” — she’s just human enough to make
us care about her and just inhuman enough to make our skins crawl. Watching her keeps us vacillating among dread, disgust and empathy until Natali delivers his thriller payoff. By that time, Splice’s outré aspects have already alienated the horror audience, while its cartoonish moments have turned off the art-house crowd. The cult of Splice will be a stunted, doomed hybrid. But, all the same, I suspect there are enough people who remember their own mutant adolescence for one to emerge.
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Splice ★★★★
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he week that brings us Seven Days’ Parenting Issue also brings us Splice, and that could be viewed as a fortuitous coincidence or an instance of cosmic irony. You see, writerdirector Vincenzo Natali’s film, which appears from its trailers to be an Alien-like scare flick, is actually about parenthood. Well, sort of. Be warned that this is a film you really don’t want to see with your mom, dad or offspring. If you don’t cotton to the special Canadian blend of mad-scientist motifs, poignancy and B-movie camp that David Cronenberg peddled back in the days of The Brood, you may not want to see it at all. And if finding yourself bursting out laughing at should-be-disturbing plot twists is never something you enjoy at the movies, I advise giving this one a pass. But if that description wasn’t enough to scare you off, here’s more: Adrien Brody and Sarah Polley play Clive and Elsa, a pair of cohabitating biochemists who are so cool they refuse to wear lab coats. They’re also so cool that, when the Big Pharma company bankrolling their research orders them to stop creating blobby genetic mutants and focus on practical applications, their response is to risk one last secret experiment — with human DNA thrown into the mix. Never a good idea. Before you can say, “Mary Shelley,” the couple’s mutant “child”
is scampering around the lab, chirping and keening. Within a matter of weeks the squirrel-like creature has grown into an intelligent humanoid (Delphine Chanéac) with the face of a melancholy silent-film actress, the tail of a scorpion and the legs of a goat. She’s one of a kind — and her teenage hormones are kicking in. When Brody’s character tells Polley’s that “This was never about science,” he’s describing the film itself. Splice scarcely attempts to make its conceit plausible. Rather than straight sci-fi, it’s a fantastical riff on the Frankenstein tale (the characters’ names are shoutouts to the most famous film version) with the mad scientist as an irresponsible mom this time instead of a dad. Elsa is the dominant force in her partnership with Clive, in and out of the lab, but her relationship with “daughter” Dren is another story. As the film progresses, their initially tender bond mutates into something more along the lines of Mommie Dearest — if Christina Crawford had been armed with a lethal stinger. All this is fertile ground for drama. And it might have generated something really interesting had writers Natali and Antoinette Terry Bryant fleshed out Elsa’s motivations, which appear to be tied to her own history with an abusive mother. They should also have toned down the dialogue, which is purple enough to send
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SHE MINDED ME WITH SCIENCE Chanéac has a few issues with the mom who raised her in a lab in Natali’s bizarro thriller.
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L.A. in the latest laugher from Forgetting Sarah Marshall director Nicholas Stoller and producer Judd Apatow. Russell Brand costars. (109 min, R. Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Palace, Roxy, Welden) tHE GiRl WitH tHE DRAGoN tAttooHHH1/2 Noomi Rapace stars in the highest-grossing Swedish film in history, the dark and violent saga of a young computer hacker who finds herself involved in a bizarre murder investigation. Based on the novel by Stieg Larsson. With Lena Endre and Michael Nyqvist. (152 min, NR. Roxy) iRoN mAN 2HHH Billionaire inventor and superhero Tony Stark finds himself facing an unexpected foe: the U.S. government. Plus Sam Rockwell as a rival, Scarlett Johansson as super-spy Black Widow and Mickey Rourke as his new Russian archenemy. Will the iron guy live to see No. 3? Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle and Samuel L. Jackson also star. Jon Favreau once again directs. (124 min, PG-13. Essex, Majestic, Palace, Sunset)
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tHE KARAtE KiD: OK, is literally every movie going to get remade? Are screenwriters that tapped out when it comes to new ideas? Just what is the deal with Hollywood’s deluge of do-overs? Anyway, Jaden Smith stars as a bullied kid who learns how to open a can of whoopass from a wise janitor played by Jackie Chan. Harald Zwart (who did The Pink Panther 2 — a sequel to a remake!) directs. (126 min, PG. Bijou, Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Palace, Paramount, Stowe, Sunset, Welden)
BABiESHHH Filmmaker Thomas Balmès brings us this look at the first year in the lives of four infants born into vastly different cultures but having a surprisingly great deal in common. (79 min, PG. Palace)
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KillERSH From its plot right down to its poster, this action comedy about a suburban couple secretly connected to the world of super-spies and assassins is likely to prove a tad too reminiscent of 2005’s Mr. & Mrs. Smith for all but the memory-impaired. Katherine Heigl and Ashton Kutcher star. Robert Luketic directs. (100 min, PG-13. Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Palace, Stowe, Sunset) lEttERS to JUliEtHH1/2 Amanda Seyfried stars in this romantic comedy about a group of people in Verona who respond to letters seeking love advice from the star-crossed and long-dead Capulet. With Vanessa Redgrave, Gael García Bernal and Christopher Egan. Directed by Gary Winick. (104 min, PG. Essex, Majestic, Palace, Sunset) mARmADUKEH1/2 Owen (Marley & Me) Wilson continues his canine comedy period with the big-screen debut of the comic strip character. Judy Greer, Lee Pace and William H. Macy costar. Tom (Failure to Launch) Dey directs. (87 min, PG. Bijou, Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Palace, Paramount, St. Albans Drive-In, Sunset) pRiNcE oF pERSiA: tHE SANDS oF timEHH Mike (Donnie Brasco) Newell directs this Disney-Bruckheimer hybrid about a pair of young royals who team up to save the world from the Forces of Darkness. Starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Gemma Arterton. (115 min, PG-13. Big Picture, Bijou, Essex, Majestic, Marquis, Palace, Paramount, Roxy, Sunset, Welden) RoBiN HooDHH1/2 Russell Crowe, Ridley Scott, history, horses and hand-to-hand combat — what more do you need to know? With Mark Strong, Cate Blanchett and Max Von Sydow. (148 min, PG-13. Capitol, Essex, Majestic, Palace, Roxy) tHE SEcREt iN tHEiR EYESHHHH A retiree who wants to write a novel about a long-ago rape and murder finds himself revisiting the case in Juan José Campanella’s political thriller from Argentina, which won the 2010 Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film. With Ricardo Darín and Soledad Villamil. (127 min, R. Roxy, Savoy) NOW PLAyING
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movies friday 11 — thursday 17 *The Karate Kid Fri: 6, 9. Sat: 2:45, 6, 9. Sun-Thu: 2:45, 7. *The A-team Fri: 6, 8:45. Sat: 3, 6, 8:45. Sun-Thu: 3, 7:15. Shrek Forever After (2-D) Fri: 6. Sat-Thu: 3:30, 6. Get Him to the Greek 8:30.
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friday 11 — thursday 17 ***metropolitan opera Summer Encore: Aida Wed only: 6:30. ***UFc 115: Liddell vs. Franklin Sat: 10.*The A-team 1:20, 3:55, 6:50, 9:30. *The Karate Kid 12:15, 3:15, 6:20, 9:20. Babies 12:50, 6:15. Get Him to the Greek 10:30 (Thu only) 1:10, 3:45, 7, 9:35. Killers 12:35, 2:50, 5, 7:10, 9:25. Letters to Juliet 3:40, 6:40 (except Wed). marmaduke 12:20, 2:25, 4:30, 6:35, 8:35. Prince of Persia: The Sands of time 1:15, 3:50, 6:30, 9:05. Sex and the city 2 2:45, 8:10.
friday 11 — thursday 17 *The A-team 12:05, 2:35, 5:05, 7:35, 10. *The Karate Kid 1, 4, 7, 9:50. Get Him to the Greek 12, 2:30, 5:05, 7:30, 10. Killers 12:30, 2:50, 5:10, 7:40, 9:55. marmaduke 1, 3, 5:10, 7:15, 9:20. Iron man 2 3:45, 9:30. Prince of Persia: The Sands of time 12, 2:30, 5, 7:30, 9:55. Sex and the city 2 12:15, 6:30. Shrek Forever After (3-D) 12:30, 2:45, 5, 7:15, 9:25.
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Howard noted, “Virtually every household has products that could be hazardous to children, like cleaning supplies, medicines, health and beauty products, and you compare that to 20 to 25 percent of households that use tobacco products.” The difference, insisted Dr. Jonathan P. Winickoff, chair of the American Academy of Pediatrics Tobacco Consortium, “is that kids potentially will be watching grown-ups ingesting these products. The last time I checked, we don’t have adults drinking toilet bowl cleanser in front of their kids.” (The New York Times)
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Two Japanese police officers spent six evenings in a row hiding in a closet before finally nabbing a 16-year-old boy suspected of stealing 862 yen ($9.72) in Wakayama Prefecture. (Japan Today) Joseph M. Veladro, 28, spared the world another lawyer by telling police in Port St. Lucie, Fla., that he stole more than $300 in merchandise so he’d be charged with a felony that would keep him from going to law school. (West Palm Beach’s WPTV News)
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After students at a Pennsylvania high school were charged with child pornography for circulating cellphone images of a sex act on school grounds, school officials found themselves being investigated for examining the video images. Parents complained that officials at Susquenita High School who confiscated pornographic images and videos from the students “passed around” and viewed the offensive material. “Of course, one or two people had to see the images to determine what they were, but if more than one or two top administrators saw them, there better be a good reason why,” Perry County District Attorney Charles Chenot said, adding that employees who showed the images to people not involved in the investigation could face the same charges as the seven students involved. (Harrisburg’s Patriot-News)
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After Wisconsin state troopers needed tire spikes to stop a tractor trailer whose driver refused to pull over, authorities said the 44-year-old driver appeared to be sleep deprived. His cargo: energy drinks. (Minneapolis’s KMSP-TV News) New York City fire investigators blamed a blaze that gutted five businesses and required 140 firefighters to extinguish on a worker installing a fire-safety door at a pizza shop. The worker, an employee of Ideal Fire Safety Systems, said his welding torch apparently set some grease on fire. (New York Post)
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aries (March 21-april 19): The “secret” is
has been calling for you to come and seize the clout you deserve. but you have not yet fully taken up the offer. as your designated nag and cheerleader, it is my sacred duty to wave a red flag in front of your gorgeous face and command you to pay attention. in my opinion, you need to drop what you’re doing, race over to the zone of engagement, and pounce. you’re more than ready to stake a claim to the increased authority you’ll have a mandate to wield in the coming months.
taurus (april 20-May 20): it’s time for
liBra (sept. 23-oct. 22): if you’ve read my horoscopes for a while, you know i’m the least superstitious astrologer on the planet. i champion the cause of reason and logic, praise the beauty of science, and discourage you from constantly scanning the horizon for fearful omens. and yet i’m also a zealous advocate of the power of the liberated imagination. i believe that the playful and disciplined use of fantasy can be a potent agent for benevolent change in your life. That’s why, in accordance with the current astrological configurations, i suggest that you spend some quality time in the coming week having imaginary conversations with the person, living or dead, who inspires you the most.
in plain sight. The “hidden resource” is freely available for anyone who intends to use it with integrity. The “lost key” is very close to where you left it when you last used it. The “missing link” is missing only in the sense that no one recognizes it for what it is. The “unasked question” is beaming toward you from three directions. The “wounded talent” will be healed the moment you stop thinking of it as wounded and start regarding it as merely unripe. some image medicine, taurus. Wherever you are right now, i invite you to look down at your left palm and imagine that you see the following scene: an infinity sign whose shape is made not by a thin black line but by a series of small yellow rubber duckies. The duckies are flowing along slowly in continuous motion. They are all wearing gold crowns, each of which is studded with three tiny rubies. With resonant tones that belie their diminutive and comic appearance, the duckies are singing you your favorite song. it makes you feel safe, brave and at home in the world. What else can see you see there? What happens next?
cancer (June 21-July 22): The website
“nietzsche Family Circus” features collaborations between the sappy family-oriented comic strip “Family Circus” and the austerely portentous wisdom of german philosopher Friedrich nietzsche. Judging from your current astrological omens, i’d say this is a perfect time for you to expose yourself to this stuff. (it’s at http://www.losanjealous.com/nfc/.) you need to toughen up some of your weepy, sentimental urges and brighten up some of your somber, melancholic tendencies.
leo (July 23-aug. 22): gather your rewards,
Virgo (aug. 23-sept. 22): What are you
waiting for, my dear Virgo? your future power spot has been exerting a strong pull on you. it
everywhere at once and do everything at the same time,” writes one of my scorpio readers, J.t. He’s in luck, because according to my analysis, your tribe is about to enjoy a phase much like what he describes. “no more of this linear, one-day-at-a-time stuff,” he continues. “i want a whole week packed into each 24-hour turn of the earth, with heavy doses of leisure time interwoven with thrilling bouts of hard, creative labor. i want to live in a secret garden with ten years of solitude and hang out at a street fair raging with conviviality. i want to sing with angels and romp with devils in between walking the dog, exercising at the gym, and chatting to perfectly ordinary people. i want enough money to fill a swimming pool, and i want to live like there’s no such thing as money.”
sagittarius (nov. 22-Dec. 21): if you
live on the Danish island of Mando, your only hope for driving your vehicle to the mainland and back is when the tide is low. During those periods, the water often recedes far
(May 21-June 20)
If you have long conversations with the image in the mirror this week, I won’t call you a megalomaniacal narcissist. Nor will I make fun of you if you paint 15 self-portraits, or Google yourself obsessively, or fill an entire notebook with answers to the question “Who am I, anyway?” In my astrological opinion, this is an excellent time for you to pursue nosy explorations into the mysteries of your core identity. You have cosmic permission to think about yourself with an intensity you might normally devote to a charismatic idol you’re infatuated with.
enough to expose a rough gravel road that’s laid down over a vast mudflat. Winter storms sometimes make even low-tide passages impossible, though. according to my reading of the astrological omens, sagittarius, there’s a comparable situation in your life. you can only get from where you are to where you want to go at certain selected times and under certain selected conditions. Make sure you’re thoroughly familiar with those times and conditions.
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(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): one of the leading intellectuals of the 20th century,
aQuarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): early in Marcel Proust’s novel In Search of Lost Time, the narrator stumbles upon a dizzying epiphany while having a snack. He dips a small cake into his cup of tea, and when he sips a spoonful, the taste of the sweet crumbs blended with the warm drink transport him into an altered state. inexplicably, he’s filled with an “all-powerful joy” and “exquisite pleasure” that dissolve his feelings of being “mediocre, contingent and mortal.” The associations and thoughts triggered by this influx of paradise take him many pages to explore. i mention this, aquarius, because i expect that you’re about to have your own version of this activation. a seemingly ordinary event will lead to a breakthrough that feeds you for a long time. be alert for it! Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): environmentalist bill McKibben says that humans are transforming the planet so drastically that we shouldn’t refer to it as “earth” any more. to acknowledge the fact that we’re well on our way to living on a very different world, he suggests we rename our home the “eaarth.” by this logic, maybe we should rename your sign Piisces. The changes you’re in the process of making this year are potentially so dramatic that you will, in a sense, be inhabiting a new astrological sign by January 2011. in your case, however — unlike that of our planet — the majority of your alterations are likely to be invigorating and vitalizing. and you’re now entering a phase when you’ll have maximum opportunity to ensure that successful outcome.
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leo. soak up the blessings. Collect the favors you’re owed. it’s harvest time for you: your big chance to reap the fruits you’ve been sowing and cultivating these past 11 months. and no, don’t try to stretch out the process. Don’t procrastinate about plucking the ripe pickings. This really is the climax. The time for your peak experience has arrived. if you postpone the harvest for another two weeks, your beauties may start to go to seed.
scorPio (oct. 23-nov. 21): “i want to be
Gemini
british author aldous Huxley, wrote more than 20 books, including Brave New World. in his later years he made a surprising confession: “it is a bit embarrassing to have been concerned with the human problem all one’s life and find at the end that one has no more to offer by way of advice than ‘try to be a little kinder.’” in accordance with your current astrological omens, Capricorn, i’d like you to take a cue from Huxley in the coming week. Proceed on the assumption that the smartest thing you can do — both in terms of bringing you practical benefits and increasing your intelligence — would be to deepen, expand and intensify your compassion.
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lonely bear I live in Franklin County & don’t drive, but I can host if anyone can come up this far north. Also, I will be in Burlington 6/28-7/23 & could host then. I’m looking for a man for some adult fun, NSA, but if a friendship grows out of sex, that’s a great bonus. roberts, 60, u, #101454
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enjoying VT swimming, hiking, drinking Just moved back to VT from CO. I realized this is where I belong right now. I have come to a point in my life where I don’t want to play games. I love being outdoors & enjoying all VT has to offer in the summer. I’m looking for an honest, funny, inteligent man who I can be my fun, quirky self around. Summerfun2010, 24, l, #117918
Summer Fun! I am an honest & hardworking person who is looking to meet someone to share my life with. I am passionate about skiing & sailing. I also enjoy a wide variety of other activities including cycling, hiking, riding my motorcycle & a lot of other things I’d be happy to share. So many places, so little time. Teledude67, 42, l, #117976
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Safe Silky Smooth Sensual Lover Real thing: a good-looking, intelligent, healthy, emotionally initiated (finally), sensual, communicative, blue-eyed gentleman. I am not married, nor in a relationship. Not looking for fast, easy, anonymous sex. smoothassilk, 35, l, #117981 Nightmoves SWPM in uniform. I work hard & play hard. Looking for a discreet, intimate relationship w/ a girl/woman who is D/D free. I am a romantic type but I can party, too! Just looking to have fun this summer w/ a like-minded woman. Not into LTR. Life is too short - let’s play. Ages 25-45, ALL types are welcome. born2run, 39, #117978 There goes thunderchild! Hey, there. I am stuck in Vermont for the summer before moving on to green pastures. In the meantime I am hoping to find a summer fling to have some fun with. I am respectable & mature, looking for a fun, cute girl to have some excitement with. Hope to hear from you. FriendlyImp, 23, #117950 Horny in S. Burlington Educated, sophisticated, professional & horny guy in S. Burlington. Want to get together w/ you & get you off. Very gifted at giving oral & pleasing a woman. hornyvtguy, 46, #117937 Athletic Shorty I’m a short 20 y.o. looking for someone to hang out w/ & to have a little bit of fun with. LittleSTUD802, 20, #117914 Bondage Play Looking for that someone who will take me to the edge. I will wear collar, girdle, stocking & heels for you. I need to be roped, cuffed tight. I am a clean M who
Foot Massage? Regular guy w/ a few kinks here & there. I will love your feet & love a little give-and-take oral examinations. Looking for a regular SF for mutual worship & pleasure, a few times a week. Johnny5, 35, #117896 I’m an Animal I love to have fun & I’m open for just about anything. What do you have in mind? Danimal083, 27, l, #117894 Outgoing guy searching for fun Just an average, outgoing guy looking to experience what is going on in life & in the area. sttrpr, 44, #117873 College Male looking for Cougar Hey, I am home for the summer looking for discreet sex w/ a woman age 18-50. I love girls my age, but
come & get it Outgoing, trying to have some fun. Been busy w/ work recently; time to get some. I go to the gym just about every day. Looking for chick who’s fit & well kept & knows how to get the job done. And, is open to new things. Cum get me. 117740, 25, l, #117740 sexy women or couples I am an active M looking to hook up w/ select women & couples. Long lasting & very oral. I have been told my tongue drives women wild. djjackson, 45, #117727
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Kink of the week: Safe Silky Smooth Sensual Lover Real thing: a good-looking, intelligent, healthy, emotionally initiated (finally), sensual, communicative, blue-eyed gentleman. I am not married, nor in a relationship. Not looking for fast, easy, anonymous sex. smoothassilk, 35, l, #117981 FROM HIS ONLINE PROFILE: My biggest turn on is... A woman who knows what she wants, is daring enough to try this venue, and dress such that she feels at her best and most hot. would like to be w/ an older woman. Married or not. I’m trying this free account. cstudent36, 20, #117856 I got what you want Looking for booty calls? Just want some? Contact me, ‘cause I am looking for booty calls & want to lick you all night. tott23, 38, #117840 Woman for rope bondage I like to do mild rope bondage & I am looking for a F around the BarreMontpelier area who would enjoy the same. I am not into giving or receiving pain. tb05641, 61, u, #117822 looking for anything kinky I am open to just about everything. I’m new to this & looking to gain experience & learn what I like. kinne, 19, #117819 Energy for Days Dominant Pushing boundaries, making headlines & helping bring you to that next level in your sexual awareness. Just trying to live out some fantasies & use some of this unrelenting energy for good use! :). fullonkink234, 27, #117761 Sticky Summer Love Ah, the old pick-me-for-fun-sex pitch; my favorite! It’s like trying to land the most competitive job in the world - but sometimes, even just interviewing can be fun. Summer in Burlington is upon us, which means fans come on, clothes come off, and the kinks come out! I wanna spend the summer exploring someone else ... wanna explore me? SaltAndPepper, 31, #117748
also understands that discretion is a two-way street. fun4all, 40, #117964 horny couple looking to play We are a fun couple looking for couples or females to play with. She is bi & he is bi-curious. We are open to try just about anything except pain & potty. Would love to find people who we can meet w/ from time to time, but a one-nighter would be fine, too. hotrod6975, 34, l, #117842 Let’s surprise him! We are a couple, have played w/ others. She is trying to surprise him w/ a threesome. Let’s see if he can handle us? He is a pleaser; no worries, you will be satisfied! Would love to meet a F out in a bar ... to watch you hit on him, flirt, etc. This is just the first fantasy. Can you help? lookingfor3rd, 34, l, #117833 hotmilf We are a couple looking for a lady who is looking for adventure & fun w/ friendship. We have children & prefer to be discreet. If interested contact us & can learn more about each other. We are respectful & just looking for a little spice. ;). jess, 27, l, #117780 Shake us all night long We are a couple who want to sexually expand. We want to bring new energy to our play time. missmagichands, 31, #117611
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Hey DDC man I watch you w/ your headphones on at work & will sneek a peek at you lifting weights in the gym every day. Me: tall & blonde. You: tall & quite the handsome devil. When: Thursday, June 3, 2010. Where: Dealer. You: Man. Me: Woman. #907558 olive, you chickadee Falling in love w/ you is the best thing that’s ever happened to me. I love living this life w/ you by my side. Happy 2 years, lobster! When: Monday, February 11, 2008. Where: Penguin Plunge. You: Woman. Me: Woman. #907556 Burnt Rock Mountain 5/30 You: going up in green tee & cute hiking socks. Me: coming down w/ backpack. You asked if I was a Long Trail hiker. Sorry I couldn’t stay & talk! When: Sunday, May 30, 2010. Where: top of Burnt Rock Mountain. You: Woman. Me: Man. #907555 Beautiful in black bmw I was walking to my car in the Winooksi garage when you were walking up the stairs. We looked at each other & you said hi. I was too nervous to say anything back. I regret it now. I was wearing a blue shirt & jeans. You had on a red shirt & drove away in a black BMW. When: Thursday, June 3, 2010. Where: Winooski. You: Man. Me: Woman. #907553
Patient Hair Stylist You said my hair made me look like I should be on Jersey Shore (Thanks?). As I was leaving I realized I’d left you a piss-poor tip. Can I make it up to you w/ drinks on me? When: Wednesday, June 2, 2010. Where: Saint Albans. You: Woman. Me: Man. #907543 Girl w/ the Grateful Dead name Kept crossing paths at Strange Creek. You were always smiling & radiating such contagious positive energy. Thanks for putting up w/ my dance moves at Dopapod; yours were far superior. I stopped by your site Mon. morn, but your friends said you had already taken off. Imagine my surprise to learn you’re a fellow VTer. Your personality is intoxicating - I need more. When: Monday, May 31, 2010. Where: Strange Creek, Greenfield, MA. You: Woman. Me: Man. #907542 woody slide to the brook What was I thinking letting you go that night? It seemed like a good idea, but I wish I would’ve seized the moment w/ you! I have thought about you every day since. Hopefully this ad helps our paths cross! When: Thursday, April 1, 2010. Where: Fayston. You: Man. Me: Woman. #907541
Run away w/ me! Let’s run away together & ditch all the impersonal communication. I may be coming on strong, but I’d rather be weird than regret not doing anything. I want to know everything about you & you should know everything about me. No affectations. No pretense. Just us. When: Thursday, May 27, 2010. Where: Burlington. You: Man. Me: Woman. #907533 AC SLATER: Sunday Night Mass You are pretty tall w/ beautiful, short brown hair. You have excellent moves on the dance floor & you told me when a Claude Von Stroke track was dropping. I would love a second chance because we would look entirely too hot dancing w/ each other, but it would feel so nice... When: Sunday, May 30, 2010. Where: Metronome. You: Woman. Me: Man. u #907532 To Living Simply The strawberry doubletake feels familiar; can you remember what I look like? If we cross paths again, make sure I know; I feel good about this. When: Sunday, May 16, 2010. Where: City Market. You: Woman. Me: Man. #907531
LET ME PET YOUR BELLY I like when you make me tofu scramble. Mash mash. Yum yum. Let’s swim soon & mush sand between our toes & twingle our fingers. I bet I love you more than god does. When: Tuesday, June 1, 2010. Where: cleaning the catbox. You: Man. Me: Woman. #907540
CONGRATS DANIELLE! You are awesome ... You just ran a freakin’ marathon! I wish I was as strong as you in my life challenges. You give me so much hope & an abundance of strength. But I don’t think you know truly how much. And what’s wrong w/ that! Will you be there for me? Here is something you do know: thebirdistheword. When: Sunday, May 30, 2010. Where: not enough. You: Woman. Me: Man. #907529
Skeezy Shaw’s in Monty I didn’t want to be a creepster & hand you my phone number, so now I’m posting an ad for you...? Wimpy. Superslow lines at Shaw’s in Montpelier, like always. You got snarky about
Memorial Day at Gym You were working out between 11 and 12-ish. You were lifting weights & I was on the elliptical. You were younger looking, stocky & had a chinstrap beard. Very, very attractive. Not sure
mistress maeve Dear Mistress Maeve,
Is there any acceptable way to ask one of my exwife’s friends out on a date, or is it just not OK? My wife and I separated and divorced about three years ago. The split was amicable, and her idea, if that matters. Although I have dated since, I have not found anyone as compelling as this friend. She and my ex are not close, but I have not called her because I didn’t think it was appropriate. I am asking for some help in understanding the female perspective on this situation, and what is the most respectful way to approach the conversation? She is a beautiful, intelligent person with a great sense of humor — should I make the call?
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The Ex Factor
If people in Vermont refused to ask out potential mates because of social crossover, we’d all be in forced celibacy. If you feel as strongly about this woman as you claim, you must make a move — otherwise, you’ll be left with a lingering “What if...?” You say your divorce was amicable. Have you considered giving your ex-wife a heads-up on your attraction to her acquaintance? While you certainly do not need your ex’s permission to pursue your love interest (especially because the split was her idea), a courtesy forewarning could go a long way toward keeping the peace. Plus, if your new lady is apprehensive about what your ex may think, you can assure her you’ve already addressed the issue. You mention calling your love interest, which is admirable in this technological age (wooing a mate over the phone is a lost art form). However, given the potential for discomfort, you might be better served by tracking down her email address. Express yourself in writing, letting her know you’re aware of the sticky social situation you’re putting her in. Also tell her how compelling you find her and that you could not let it go until you asked her out. At the very least, you’ll be paying her a huge compliment — ex factor or not.
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Lonley You: at cash register at Hannafords looking lonley, wearing a blue or gray shirt w/ white capris. Me and my boyfriend talking about gravy mix &
Saved by Starbucks You’re a barista at Starbucks, you caught my attention & have had it all day. Something about you makes you hard to forget. Amazing eyes & a pretty sweet earring. You’re gorgeous. Just thought you should know. When: Wednesday, June 2, 2010. Where: Starbucks (Williston Rd.). You: Woman. Me: Woman. #907545
gelato delivery & biking conversation You: friendly man delivering gelato & commented repeatedly that “I’m a rider, too.” Me: woman wearing bike shorts & flip flops, commented that today’s ride was a commute, not a real ride; unresponsive to your flirt. When: Tuesday, May 18, 2010. Where: Shelburne Supermarket. You: Man. Me: Woman. #907535
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Bare Back, Freshly Sunburned I spied beautiful you w/ kalamata olive hummus, bagels & a 4-pack of Reed’s in front of me at the Coop’s register #9, then again as you inspected curb treasures around the corner. We waved to each other as you drove past on Union Street. Where are you, and what are you doing for the rest of forever? When: Wednesday, May 26, 2010. Where: City Market checkout. You: Woman. Me: Man. #907549
Pilar with the Kia We met at Higher Ground last Saturday, loved the first band, didn’t stay for the second band. I wanted to go w/ you, but I didn’t. You offered me your number; I didn’t take it. Kicking myself now. Did I miss my window? When: Saturday, May 29, 2010. Where: Higher Ground. You: Woman. Me: Man. u #907546
10 months & forever Met at the Shell. Love at first sight. Couldn’t ask for a more perfect woman. The drive-ins were awesome. Our relationship still as fresh as the first date. Many years ahead of us. I can’t wait. Happy 10 months, lover. You know who you are. Mwuah When: Tuesday, June 1, 2010. Where: every day. You: Woman. Me: Man. #907536
Stuckinarutt in Montpelier Let’s skip the warm kiss & move to the Hott kiss. : ) Love your brown hair & would like to get to know you much better. When: Sunday, May 30, 2010. Where: Montpelier. You: Woman. Me: Man. #907527
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Asian beauty walking kids (YMCA?) I was walking toward the end of Church St. past Borders on Wed. about 12:30. You (Asian woman) were walking a group of kids. Maybe YMCA daycare? I was the spiky-haired white guy w/ white T-shirt who couldn’t take his eyes off of you. Your beauty hypnotized me. Hope you are available & read this. Would love to talk. When: Wednesday, June 2, 2010. Where: downtown Burlington. You: Woman. Me: Man. #907550
Winooski Runner I saw you running in Winooski w/ a purple top & blue basketball shorts this morning around 7:55. When: Thursday, June 3, 2010. Where: Winooski. You: Woman. Me: Woman. #907547
6/1, Shelburne Rd. Price Chopper Around noon in the checkout line. You’re very attractive & after I noticed you in my line, I think I checked you out about 6 times. Someone was between us so I didn’t say anything. Me: brown hair & wearing a green sequined hat. You: dark hair & hot. If this resonates w/ anybody, I’d love to hear from you. When: Tuesday, June 1, 2010. Where: Price Chopper on Shelburne Rd. You: Man. Me: Woman. #907537
if you play for the same team, but if you do, I would love to get to know you better. Maybe work out together? When: Monday, May 31, 2010. Where: gym. You: Man. Me: Man. #907528
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slightlysassy let’s read some SK Loved that you read SK’s Dark Tower series. Some of my fav all-time books. #3 is probably my fav. We should talk & if that goes well, then hang out sometime. Sorry, don’t have an account but will def send you a picture if you contact me. When: Thursday, June 3, 2010. Where: Two2Tango. You: Woman. Me: Man. #907551
you commented on the conversation. When: Tuesday, June 1, 2010. Where: Hannaford in Williston. You: Woman. Me: Woman. #907548
how when the new register opened up, all of the line vultures crashed in & poached it. I offered you a beer & you relaxed. When: Tuesday, June 1, 2010. Where: Shaw’s in Montpelier. You: Woman. Me: Man. #907539
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