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Calendar of events
Wednesday, November 7
BARRE- Open Mike. With host John Lackard. Gusto's, 28 Prospect St., no cover, 9pm. Info. 476-7919.
Senior Day. John and Janet Poeton present their rip-roaring tale, "Trip to the Canyon Lands." Aldrich Public Library, 1:30pm.
Art Opening. Reception for Paletteers Fall Art Show. Public invited. Aldrich Public Library, Milne Room, 5:30pm-7:30pm.
MARSHFIELD- Herbal Class: Comfrey Root Poultice. Learn to make a poultice for closed wound injuries, w/Sage Zelkowitz. Jaquith Public Library, $1-$10 sliding scale materials fee, 3-5pm. 426-3581.
Classic Film Night. Tom Blachly & Rick Winston, offer a brief introduction and optional post-film discussion. Jaquith Public Library, Old Schoolhouse Common, 7pm. Info. 426-3581.
MONTPELIER- Patchwork: Piecing Together Family History. Presentation by author Natalie Kinsey-Warnock. A VHC First Wednesdays program. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, FREE, 7pm.
Breeding Better Vermonters: The Eugenics Version of "Freedom and Unity." Part of Osher Lifelong Learning series, all are welcome. Montpelier Senior Ctr, Barre St., $5 non-members, 1:30pm. 223-1763.
Blues with The Usual Suspects. Bagitos Café, 28 Main St., 6-8pm. Info. 229-9212.
Montpelier Bike Summit. Join Mayor Hollar & others to discuss on-street bike lanes, a trail network, creation of a Montpelier Bike Festival, and more. All are invited. VT College of Fine Arts, Noble Hall, 6pm.
Nestling in Deep Down. Preschool discovery program for ages 3-5. North Branch Nature Ctr, $5 members/$8 non, 10-11:30am. 229-6206.
Thursday, November 8
BARRE- Diane Swan Book Signing & Poetry Reading. The Barre poet shares her new book of poetry, The Other Wish. Light refreshments, copies of the book available for sale. Aldrich Library, 4-6pm.
EAST CORINTH- A Sense of Place: Vermont's Farm Legacy. Presentation by Gregory Sharrow. A Vermont Humanities Council program. Blake Memorial Library, FREE, 7pm. 429-5338.
MONTPELIER- Joel Meeks. Bagitos Café, 28 Main St., 6-8pm. Info. 229-9212.
Art Opening. Reception for Artists Resource Association annual show. College Hall Gallery, VT College of Fine Arts, 5pm to 7pm.
Empowering Your Intentions: Going Beyond Hopes and Wants. Workshop with Fred Cheyette. Hunger Mountain Coop, FREE, 6-7:30pm. Pre-register 223-8004 x202.
Climate Change in Vermont: Roger Hill. Lecture, lively discussion, and bird-friendly coffee with the local meteorologist. North Branch Nature Center, donations welcome, 7-8:30pm. Info. 229-6206.
RANDOLPH- GED Testing. Social studies, science & reading at 3pm, take 1 or 2; writing at 5:30pm, math at 6pm, take only one. Randolph Learning Ctr, 12 South Main St. Pre-register 728-4492.
STOWE- Vermont Search and Rescue K9 Presentation. Talk and demo by VTSARK9 founder Alexandra Whitelock & her dog, Iko. Hosted by Green Mtn Dog Club. Commodores Inn, 7pm. 479-9843.
"Dear Pina" Film Screening. Featuring footage from the June 2012 dance/theater performances choreographed by Hannah Dennison and staged at Shelburne Farm's Breeding Barn. Helen Day Art Ctr, 6pm.
WATERBURY- Red Cross Blood Drive. All are encouraged to donate. St. Leo's Hall, noon-5:30pm. 1-800-RED-CROSS.
Friday, November 9
BARRE- Arts & Crafts Day. Learn to make handmade baskets with John & Janet Poeton. Hands-on demonstration for all ages, no experience necessary. Aldrich Public Library, 3pm.
Operation Military Kids Volunteer Session. Learn how you can help with events, programs & activities for military kids in central VT. Aldrich Library, 6:30-7:30pm. Call 656-2073 to register by 11/2.
BERLIN- Wreaths Across America Wreath Sale. Purchase a wreath to be laid on a veteran's grave during a ceremony on Dec. 15 at Hope Cemetery in Barre. Sponsored by Capital Composite Squadron, Civil Air Patrol. Shaw's, noon-4pm. Info. 426-3159.
COVENTRY- Coventry Landfill Gas Generating Plant Open House. Washington Electric Coop welcomes visitors to see their facility. Follow signs to Coventry Landfill, Airport Rd., 10am-1pm.
MARSHFIELD- Geology of Marshfield. George Springston discusses the history and geology of local Marshfield sites. Jaquith Library, 7pm. Info. 426-3581.
MONTPELIER-- Red Cross Blood Drive. All are encouraged to donate. 10am-3pm. 1-800-RED-CROSS.
Karen Mayhew. Bagitos Café, 28 Main St., 6-8pm. Info. 229-9212.
The Fantasticks. Talented U-32 students offer their production of the most performed musical of all time, a timeless story for all ages. U-32 High School, $7/$5 students & seniors, 7pm. Tix at the door.
Community Swing Dance. W/Samir & Eleni Elabd. All ages, singles welcome, refreshments. Montpelier Senior Activity Ctr, 58 Barre St., $12/$10 for MRD class & MSAC members, 6:30-9pm. 223-2921.
Indoor Garden Workshop: Salad Greens. Learn to grow a steady supply of fresh greens, with Peter Burke. Hunger Mountain Coop, $10 members/$12 non, 6-7pm. Pre-register 223-8004 x202.
PLAINFIELD- Return of the Moose. Premiere of Tom Blachly's 'serious farce' about hunters trapped at deer camp in the NEK. Haybarn Theatre, Goddard College, $15/$10, 7:30pm. Info. 426-3955.
RANDOLPH- Tim O'Brien. Singer-songwriter O'Brien is a key figure in today's thriving roots music scene, and beyond. Chandler Music Hall, $30 advance/$35 day of, 7:30pm. Info. 728-6464.
STOWE- VT Humanities Council Fall Conference. Theme: "Sacred Spaces, Sacred Places: Religious Architecture and Sites." Stoweflake Resort, $99, continues through 11/10. Call to register, 262-2626 x304.
WATERBURY CENTER- Santa Workshop Sale. Bake sale, cookie sale, crafts, old & new Christmas decorationa and more. Waterbury Center Community Church, Rte 100, 9am-6pm. Info. 244-8089.
Saturday, November 10
ADAMANT- Miriam Bernardo, Jairo Sequeira & Ruth Einstein. Latin music concert. Optional potluck at 5:30pm. Adamant Community Club, $10 advance/$15 at door, 7pm. Tickets at Adamant Co-op.
BARRE- Winter Warm-Up Event. New & used coats, jackets, hats, mittens, gloves, boots & blankets, all offered for free. Barre Evangelical Free Church, 17 So. Main St., 9am-2pm. Info. 476-7002.
Megan Price: Vermont Wild. Author of the series of books chronicling game warden encounters in Vermont, visits to share some laughs from Volume 3. Next Chapter Bookstore, noon. Info. 476-3114.
BROOKFIELD- Hunters Breakfast: Eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausages, toast, beverages, 5-11am; Christmas Fair: Hand-crafted items, white elephant tables, books, baked goods, quilt raffle, 5am-noon. Both at Pond Village Church, Rte 65 & Ridge Rd.
CHELSEA- Roast Beef Supper. No reservations. United Church of Chelsea, $12.50/$6.50 kids under 12, 5pm to 7pm. Info. 685-4429.
HARDWICK- Holiday Bazaar. Candy, food & other craft items, plus raffle, Chinese auction, fish pond for kids, lunch served & much more. United Church of Hardwick, South Main St., 9:30am-2pm.
MONTPELIER- Bike Ride with GMC Young Adventurers Club. For parents with young children. Call 223-8493 for trip details.
Craft Fair and Flea Market. Hand crafted products by Crafters Edge students, Adirondack chair raffle, student run café with sandwiches, pies & more. Main St. Middle School, 9am-3pm. Info. 225-8622.
Irish Sessions, 2-5pm; Jake Sorgen, 6-8pm. Both at Bagitos Café, 28 Main St.. Info. 229-9212.
Cats Under the Stars. Tribute to the Jerry Garcia Band. Ages 21+. Positive Pie, 22 State St., $5, 10:30pm.
Bob and the Trubadors. Performance by singer-songwriters Bob Murray, Jeremiah McLane and Jim Goss. The Black Door, 44 Main St., $5 cover, 9:30pm. www.blackdoorvermont.com
The Fantasticks. U-32 High School, 1pm & 7pm. See descrip. 11/9.
Tostada Dinner. Dinner with the works, plus music by Tom Wales and Renee Lagala. Benefits Bethany's sister community in El Salvador. Bethany Church, $10/$5 ages 5-12, 6pm. Info. 229-0415.
VT Contemporary Music Ensemble. Performing The Harpy and the Griffin by VT high schooler Ivan Voinov, a participant in the Music Composition Online Mentoring Program. Unitarian Church, 8pm.
Privacy. Author & editor Garret Keizer speaks about privacy issues. Part of ACLU-Vermont's annual meeting, public welcome to Keizer's presentation. National Life, 1:15pm.
NORTHFIELD- Studio Art Sale. Paintings, prints, basketry, jewelry & photography by six central Vermont artists. Tables of work starting at $5. Gray Building, 168 N. Main St., 10am-4pm.
PLAINFIELD- Return of the Moose. Haybarn Theatre, Goddard College, 7:30pm. See description 11/9.
RANDOLPH CENTER- Women's Economic Opportunity Conference. Annual conference presented by Sen. Patrick Leahy. Workshops & speakers, child care available. Vermont Technical College, 8am-3:15pm. Register by 11/1 at www.vtsbdc.org
FIRST Robotics Team 885 Open House. See our robot and find out what it takes to join the team. Geared toward H.S. students. Vermont Technical College, Catamount Center, 1-4pm. Info. 276-3224.
SOUTH WOODBURY- Outdoor Winter Clothing Giveaway. Calais-Woodbury United Church, 9am-1pm. (Donations welcome Nov. 8 or 9, 4-7pm; or leave on covered porch.)
WAITSFIELD- Mad River Chorale 20th Anniversary Concert. Feat. works by Brahms, Mendelssohn, Handel, Verdi. In memory of Cathie & Bob Amstutz. Waitsfield United Church, 7:30pm. 496-2048.
WATERBURY- Waterbury Farmers Market. Thatcher Brook Primary School, Stowe St., 10am-2pm.
Holiday Craft Fair. Crafters, food sale, coffee & donuts, luncheon served. St. Leo's Parish Hall, behind St. Andrew's Church, 9am-3pm.
WATERBURY CENTER- Santa Workshop Sale. Waterbury Center Community Church, Rte 100, 9am-3pm. See descrip. 11/9.
WEST FAIRLEE- Annual Game Supper. Buffet featuring deer, bear, elk, buffalo, pork, turkey, more. West Fairlee Congregational Church, $16/$8 kids 5-10, seatings 5pm & 6:30pm. RSVP 685-3141.
WORCESTER- Church Bazaar. Jewelry, baked goods, jams & jellies, more. Worcester United Methodist church, 10am-3pm. 223-8635.
Sunday, November 11
BARRE- Service and Sacrifice: Vermont's Civil War Generation. Opening of new exhibit with historical presentation, live music, more. Vermont History Center, 60 Washington St., 2pm-4pm. 479-8525.
Veteran's Day Parade. Lt. Gov. Scott will speak at rededication of Veteran's Memorial at the park. Assembling 10am at BOR; parade begins 10:30am, down Main St. to Freedom Park. Info. 249-1376.
MONTPELIER- Montpelier Antiques Market. Furniture, art, ephemera, postcards, books, more. Elks Country Club, $5 early buying at 7:30am/$2 regular admission 9am, 7:30am-1:30pm. 751-6138.
PLAINFIELD- Return of the Moose. Haybarn Theatre, Goddard College, 7:30pm. See description 11/9.
TUNBRIDGE- Bill Staines. MountainFolk presents a performance by New Hampshire's iconic folk troubadour. Tunbridge Town Hall, 7:30pm. Tix at Tunbridge Store, SoRo Market, http://mtnfolk.org.
WARREN- Mad River Chorale 20th Anniversary Concert. Feat. works by Brahms, Mendelssohn, Handel, Verdi. In memory of Cathie & Bob Amstutz. Warren United Church, 3:30pm. Info. 496-2048.
Monday, November 12
MONTPELIER- Love Your Fats. Clinical herbalist Rebecca Dalgin discusses different perspectives on fats. Hunger Mountain Coop, $8 members/$10 non, 5-7pm. Pre-register 223-8004 x202.
Tuesday, November 13
BARRE- GED Testing. Social studies, science & reading at 11am, take 1 or 2; writing at 1:30pm, math at 2pm, take only one. Barre Learning Center, 46 Washington St. Pre-register 476-4588.
DUXBURY- Duxbury Historical Society Meeting. Following business mtg, Phil & Eileen Harvey Baker will present on local & Vermont music. Open to all. Crossett Brook Middle School cafeteria, 7pm.
MONTPELIER- Powder Productions "Choose Your Adventure" Movie Premiere. Benefits Catamount Trail Assoc. Cash bar. Savoy Downstairs Theatre, $20, 7pm. RSVP to events@onionriver.com
Beat the Winter Cold and Flu Blues Naturally. Dr. Thauna Abrin, ND review the risks & benefits of the flu shot, natural remedies. Hunger Mtn Coop, $5 members/$10 non, 6-7:15pm. Pre-reg. 223-8004 x202.
Public Budget Forum. Discussion of State budget process, revenues, expenditures. VT Interactive Television, Green Mtn Drive, 5:15-7:30pm. www.vtlink.org. Live streaming at http://finance.vermont.gov/home
Wednesday, November 14
BARRE- Open Mike. With host John Lackard. Gusto's, 28 Prospect St., no cover, 9pm. Info. 476-7919.
BRADFORD- Book Discussion: Seven Deadly Sins Sampler. Delve into selections from the Great Books Foundation's new volume. A VT Humanities program. Bradford Public Library, 6:30pm. 222-4536.
MARSHFIELD- Song Circle Community Sing-along. Led by Rich & Laura Atkinson. No experience necessary, song books will be provided. Jaquith Library, 6:45pm. Info. 426-3581.
MONTPELIER- 2012 Election Analysis. With journalist Bob Kinzel. Part of Osher Lifelong Learning series, all are welcome. Montpelier Senior Ctr, Barre St., $5 non-members, 1:30pm. 223-1763.
Community Cinema: Solar Mamas. This film tells the story of Barefoot College, where women from around the world are trained to be solar engineers. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, 7pm. 223-3338.
Blues with The Usual Suspects. Bagitos Café, 28 Main St., 6-8pm. Info. 229-9212.
Crawling in from the Cold. Preschool discovery program for ages 3-5. North Branch Nature Ctr, $5 members/$8 non, 10-11:30am. 229-6206.
Public Hearing About Transportation Issues. Incl. bike/ped. issues, rail & bus services, bridges, road safety, more. Hosted by VTrans. Central VT Regional Commission, 29 Main St., Ste 4, 6:30pm.
Pediatric CPR Class. Recognition & care of breathing/cardiac emergencies in infants & children to age 12. Red Cross class, includes materials, certification. Montpelier High School, Rm 101, $60, 6-9pm.
MORETOWN- Red Cross Blood Drive. All are encouraged to donate. Harwood Union H.S., 10:40am-4pm. 1-800-RED-CROSS.
Thursday, November 15
BARRE- Health Care Reform in VT: How it Affects Seniors. Annual meeting of the Central VT Council on Aging, public welcome to attend. Steak House Restaurant, 9am-noon. RSVP to 476-2676.
Central VT Community Action Council Annual Meeting. Members of the public welcome to attend the business portion of the meeting. Steak House Restaurant, 5:30-6:30pm. RSVP to 479-1053 by 11/12.
BERLIN- Fall Time of Remembrance. To honor & remember those served by Hospice. CVHHH Conference Ctr, Granger Rd., social time 5:30-6:15pm, music/readings/farewell 6:15-8pm. RSVP 223-1878.
MONTPELIER- Third Thursday w/ Transition Town Montpelier. Nicko Rubin speaks on "From Oil Dependency to Community Resiliency." Kellogg-Hubbard Library, 6-7:45pm. Info. 223-3338.
Eric Friedman. Bagitos Café, 28 Main St., 6-8pm. Info. 229-9212.
Climate Change in Vermont: Chip Darmstadt. Lecture, discussion, & bird-friendly coffee with NBNC's founding director. North Branch Nature Center, donations welcome, 7-8:30pm. Info. 229-6206.
MORRISVILLE- GED Testing. Social studies, science & reading at 11am, take 1 or 2; writing at 1:30pm, math at 2pm, take only one. Morrisville Learning Ctr, 52 Portland St. Pre-register 888-5531.
RANDOLPH- Infant & Child CPR. An expert from WRV Ambulance teaches this non-certification course to family, friends & caregivers. The Family Center at Gifford, $20, 6-8pm. Pre-reg. 728-2274.
STOWE- Breaking the Silence. An evening of community gathering with Vermont's migrant and immigrant populations. Music, food, discussion, more. Helen Day Art Center, 6pm. Info. 253-8358.
Friday, November 16
MONTPELIER- A Fraction of a Whole: Bob Kinzel & Jean Olson. Bagitos Café, 28 Main St., 6-8pm. Info. 229-9212.
Lights On Afterschool Rally. An event to highlight the contributions of after school programs. Hosted by Community Connections, all community members welcome. Union Elementary School, 3pm-6pm.
PLAINFIELD- Return of the Moose. Haybarn Theatre, Goddard College, 7:30pm. See description 11/9.
RANDOLPH- Gifford Annual Craft Fair. Jewelry, baked goods, quilting, Christmas ornaments and much more. Benefits Gifford Adult Day Program. Gifford Medical Center, 11am-5pm. Info. 763-8828.
Saturday, November 17
CHELSEA- Annual Christmas Bazaar. Crafts, baked goods, white elephant, raffle, lunch available. Hosted by Chelsea Senior Center. Held at United Church of Chelsea, Rtes 110 & 113, 9am-2pm.
CRAFTSBURY- Spencer Lewis. Guitar and violin. The Music Box, 7:30pm. Info. 586-7533 or www.themusicboxvt.org
MARSHFIELD- Winter Clothing Drive. Free, good quality clothing available. Drop off donations at Jaquith Library during the week. Old Schoolhouse Common gym, 9am-1pm. Info. 426-3581.
MONTPELIER- Thanksgiving Farmers Market. Produce, meats and more for your holiday dinner, plus handmade gifts, baked goods, and prepared foods. Montpelier High School gym, 10am-2pm.
Irish Sessions, 2-5pm; Tony Mason, 6-8pm. Both at Bagitos Café, 28 Main St. Info. 229-9212.
Capital City Concerts: Perchance to Dream. A 26-piece prof. orchestra performs works by Debussy, Mozart, Wagner, more. St. Augustine Church, $10-$25, 7:30pm. Tix at www.capitalcityconcerts.org
Transition Town Montpelier Potluck. With discussion on "Lifestyle Adaptations for Climate Change, Post Peak Oil & Economic Instability." All are welcome. Trinity Methodist Church, noon-2pm.
"No CPG for VT Yankee" March & Rally. Organized by VT Yankee Decommissioning Alliance & others. Gather at City Hall at noon, 1pm march to VT Statehouse, 1:30pm rally at Statehouse. Info. 476-3154.
PLAINFIELD- Return of the Moose. Haybarn Theatre, Goddard College, 7:30pm. See description 11/9.
RANDOLPH- Gifford Annual Craft Fair. Gifford Medical Center, 9am-3pm. See description 11/16.
First Responder Safety Training for Electric Vehicles. Vermont Tech, FREE, 8am-5pm. Call 728-1677 to register. More info. at www.greentrainings.vtc.edu
STOCKBRIDGE- Chicken Pie Supper. Takeouts available. Hosted by Gaysville Community Church. Stockbridge Central School, Rte 107, $8/$5 kids, seatings 5pm, 6pm & 7pm. Info. 234-9281.
waterbury- Community Breakfast. Pancakes, french toast, eggs, sausage, coffee and much more. Waterbury Grange, $8/$4 kids 4-12, 8am-10:30am. Info. 244-1192.
Family Movie Matinee. This PG movie from 2011 is about the friendship between a boy and a dolphin. Waterbury Public Library, FREE, noon. Call 244-7036 for movie title and to register.
Fall Craft Workshop. With Sue Premore, for teens through adults only. All materials and instruction provided. Waterbury Public Library, FREE, 9am-11am. Pre-register 244-7036.
Sunday, November 18
BARRE- Horse Equipment & Riding Apparel Auction. English and Western, barn supplies, etc. Sponsored by Dog River Horse Club. Canadian Club, preview noon, auction 1pm. Info. 479-2448.
MONTPELIER- Capital City Concerts: Perchance to Dream. Full orchestra concert conducted by Lou Kosma, w/works by Mendelssohn, Debussy, Wagner & Mozart. Unitarian Church, $25/$10 students & reduced income, 7:30pm. Tix at Bear Pond or capitalcityconcerts.org
Ron Merkin. Performing for Sunday brunch. Bagitos Café, 28 Main St., 11am-1pm. Info. 229-9212.
PLAINFIELD- Return of the Moose. Haybarn Theatre, Goddard College, 7:30pm. See description 11/9.
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