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Calendar of Events
Wednesday, February 27
BARRE- Open Mike. With host John Lackard. Green Mountain Tavern, 10 Keith Ave., no cover, 9pm. Info. 522-3482.
Threats to the Vermont Forest: Pesky, Petite and Powerful Pests. Presentation by forester Barbara Burns, part of Osher Lifelong Learning series. Aldrich Public Library, $5 non-members, 1:30pm.
Tarot as Life Tool. Led by Sherri Glebus, co-hosted by Barre Rec. & Onion River Exchange. Barre Rec. Department, $10-15 sugg. donation, 6-8pm. Info/registration 552-3020.
MONTPELIER- Hilary and Jackie. The story of renowned cellist Jacqueline du Pré, as told by her sister, Hilary. Part of film discussion series led by Richard Bidnick. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, 7pm.
Vermont Right to Know GMOs Public Forum. Discussing state legislation to label genetically engineered foods. Spons. by Hunger Mountain Coop. Unitarian Church, 130 Main St., 6:30-8:30pm.
Public Hearing re: Collective Bargaining Rights for Childcare Providers. Members of the public may have 3 minutes to testify. State House, room 11, 6-8pm. Sign up outside room 11 starting 5:30pm.
NORTHFIELD- The Art Work of the Talented Hopkins Family. Pres. by Jacqueline Calder of VT Historical Soc. Light lunch. Sullivan Museum & History Center, Norwich Univ., FREE, noon. 485-2183.
Thursday, February 28
BARRE- Weatherization Workshop. With Yestermorrow’s Kate Stephenson, hosted by Barre Rec. & Onion River Exchange. Barre Rec. Department, 6-7:30pm. Info/registration 552-3020.
Community Meeting Re: Elimination of Cityscape & Options for Future Youth Programming. Hosted by Wash. Co. Youth Service Bureau. Aldrich Library, Milne Room, 4:30-6pm. Info. 229-9151.
MONTPELIER- Green Mtn Care Board Public Meeting. Discussion of health care expenditure analysis, more. Dept. of Financial Regulation, 89 Main St., 3rd fl., 1-5pm. http://gmcboard.vermont.gov/
Scots Ballads and Stories. Presentation by singer, storyteller and master handloom weaver, Norman Kennedy. Part of “Musica Borealis: Music of the North” series. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, 7-8:30pm.
Buddhist Teaching Panel. Perspectives on happiness in a challenging world, as considered by VT teachers in each of four lineages. Foll. by audience questions. Unitarian Church, Main St., donations, 6:30pm.
NORTHFIELD- The Importance of Leadership in Life, Politics and Military Affairs. With Zoran Jolevski, Ambassador of the Republic of Macedonia to the U.S. Norwich Univ., Milano Ballroom, FREE, 7pm.
Home Energy Challenge Kickoff. Learn more about this effort to reduce home heating costs and boost efficiency. Brown Public Library community room, 6pm. Info. 371-7411.
WARREN- Book Discussion: What Work Is by Phillip Levine. Part of VT Humanities Council’s “Blue Collar America” reading & discussion series. Led by Rachel Cohen. Warren Public Library, 9:30am.
Friday, March 1
EAST BETHEL- Annual Legislative Night. Come and talk with your legislators. Middle Branch Grange Hall, 78 Store Hill Rd., potluck supper 7pm, discussion and questions 8pm.
MONTPELIER- Caterpillars: The Art of Survival. Presentation by naturalist-photographer Sam Jaffe, part of NBNC Naturalist Journeys series. Unitarian Church, donations welcome, 7pm. Info. 229-6206.
First Friday Dance Party. DJ Bay 6 & DJ Jah B play techno, hip-hop, funk & more. Ages 21+. Positive Pie, 22 State St., no cover, 10pm.
Lenten Fish Dinner. Baked fish & more, kid-friendly fare available. Benefits CVCS. St. Augustine’s Parish Hall, $10/$6 students through 8th gr./ages 3 & under free, $29 family of 4, 5-6:30pm. 793-4276.
Eat My Art Out. Informal showcase of for choreographers to share developing works & receive audience feedback. Contemporary Dance & Fitness, 18 Langdon St., $5-$10 sugg. donation, 7pm. 229-4676.
RANDOLPH- VT Organic Dairy Producers Conference. Focus on managing organic dairies in the face of rising feed costs and weather extremes. Vermont Technical College, 9am-4pm. Info. 524-6501.
TUNBRIDGE- A Cartoonist’s Course. James Sturm, Director of The Center for Cartoon Studies, discusses his work as a cartoonist and educator. Tunbridge Public Library, FREE, 7pm. Info. 889-9404.
WATERBURY CENTER- Pork Loin Take Out Dinner. Waterbury Center Community Church, Rte 100, $9, pick up between 4-6pm. Call 244-8089 for reservations.
Saturday, March 2
BARRE- Comedy Night. An evening of stand-up and improv (rated PG-13) w/Burlington’s SparkImprov comedy troupe. Hosted by SHS Drama Club. Spaulding High School, $5, doors 6:15pm, show 7pm.
GREENSBORO- Annual Caspian Lake Fishing Derby. Register at Caspian Lake Beach, $10/$5 ages 15 & under, 4am to 2pm.
MONTPELIER- Winter Farmers Market. Produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts and more. VT College of Fine Arts gym, 10am-2pm.
Flowting Bridge. Ages 21+. Positive Pie, 22 State St., $5, 10pm.
Art Opening. Reception for Sanam Erfani’s “Liberata” exhibit. Capitol Grounds, 4-6pm.
PLAINFIELD- Tipping Point Film & Discussion. About the impacts of the Canadian tar sands & what a Native community is doing about it. Goddard College, Community Ctr media rm 207, 7pm. 454-8311.
SOUTH WOODBURY- Church Supper. Enjoy family favorite dishes, reservations not required. Calais Woodbury United Church, Rte 14, $7 adults/free for ages 5 & under, 5pm-7pm. Info. 456-8161.
STOWE- Auditions: The Drowsy Chaperone: A Musical Within a Comedy. Show dates are Weds-Sat., Aug. 14-31. Town Hall Theatre, 67 Main St., 1-5pm. Sign up at auditions@stowetheatre.com
Cross-country Ski w/Green Mountain Club. Moderate, various distances at Stowe Mountin Resort. Pass or trail fee required. Call 622-0585 or 505-0603 for meeting time & place.
WATERBURY- Dan Boomhower. Pianist and singer performs jazz & pop. rock standards in the piano bar. The Cider House, Rte 2, 6pm-close. 244-8400.
WATERBURY CTR- Community Breakfast. Eggs, pancakes, sausage & more. Grange Hall, Howard Ave., $8/$4 kids 4-12, 8-10:30am.
Sunday, March 3
GROTON- Cross-country Ski w/Green Mountain Club. Moderate, 6 +/- miles in Groton Forest. Bring lunch. Meet at Montpelier High School, 10am. Info. 229-9787.
PLAINFIELD- Mumia: Long Distance Revolutionary Film & Discussion. About imprisoned activist and Goddard alumnus Mumia Abu-Jamal. Goddard College, Haybarn Theatre, 7pm. Info 454-8311.
STOWE- Auditions: The Drowsy Chaperone: A Musical Within a Comedy. Town Hall Theatre, 67 Main St., 1-5pm. See descrip. 3/2.
Monday, March 4
HARDWICK- Art Opening. Celebrating the exhibit by the Second Tuesday Art Group. Display through 3/31. Claire’s Restaurant, 4-6pm.
MONTPELIER- Montpelier Energy Fair. Fun and informational event for all ages, w/energy efficiency info., local resources, freebies & Marko the Magician. National Life dining hall, FREE, 5:30-8:30pm.
PLAINFIELD- Creating Sustainable & Healthy Communities in a Changing Climate. Panel presentation and discussion. Public welcome. Goddard College, Haybarn Theatre, FREE, 7pm. 454-8311.
Tuesday, March 5
PLAINFIELD- Hide: The Lives of Migrant Farm Workers in Vermont Film & Discussion. Q&A with filmmakers. Public welcome. Goddard College, Haybarn Theatre, FREE, 7-9pm. Info. 454-8311.
Learning to See and Changing our Perspectives Through Permaculture. Workshop w/Yestermorrow’s Mark Krawczyk. Goddard College Community Ctr. media rm 207, FREE, 7-9pm. 454-8311.
Wednesday, March 6
BARRE- Barre Area Day Picnic for Snowbirds. Bring your own lunch, beverages, lawn chairs. North Jetty Park at Nokomis Beach, Florida, 11am-3pm. Info. 249-4653.
MONTPELIER- The Spanish Flu of 1918-1919. Presentation by historian Michael Sherman, part of Osher Lifelong Learning series. Montpelier Senior Center, $5 for non-members, 1:30pm.
Victoria’s Secrets. Middlebury professor Antonia Losano discusses some of Victorian era’s guilty pleasures. A VHC First Wednesdays program. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, FREE, 7pm. Info. 223-3338.
The Heart of the Matter: Perspectives and Strategies for Working with Anxiety. Workshop led by Sarah VanHoy, LAc. VCIH, 250 Main St., $10 members/$12 non, 6-8pm. Pre-register 224-7100.
PLAINFIELD- Bringing Complementary & Alternative Medicine to the Mainstream. Discussion w/ Lorilee Schoenbeck, N.D. Goddard College Community Ctr. media rm 207, FREE, 3-4:30pm. 454-8311.
Thursday, March 7
MONTPELIER- Makers: Women Who Make America Preview. This film will recount the seminal events of the organized women’s movement. Panel discussion. Kellogg-Hubbard Library, 7pm. 223-3338
PLAINFIELD- Solar Mamas Film Viewing & Discussion. India’s Barefoot College trains women to bring solar power to their villages. Goddard College Community Ctr. media rm 207, 3pm. 454-8311.
SO. BURLINGTON- Family Game Nite. Fun games geared toward kids age 3-10, in Center Court carpeted area. University Mall, 6:30pm.
WATERBURY- Journalist & Publisher Cassie Horner. Discussing her book, “Lucy E. - Road to Victory,” and other celebrated VT women. Hosted by WPL. Waterbury Senior Center, 7pm. 244-7036.
Friday, March 8
MONTPELIER- Come with Me to Tanzania. Presentation by photographer Annie Tiberio Cameron, part of NBNC Naturalist Journeys series. Unitarian Church, donations welcome, 7pm. Info. 229-6206.
Lenten Fish Dinner. Baked fish & more, kid-friendly fare available. Benefits CVCS. St. Augustine’s Parish Hall, $10/$6 students through 8th gr./ages 3 & under free, $29 family of 4, 5-6:30pm. 793-4276.
Kina Zoré. Seven-piece band blends epic horns, organic vocals & swirling polyrhythms. Ages 21+. Positive Pie, 22 State St., $5, 10pm.
Comedy Open Mic Night. See live stand-up comics try 5-7 minutes of new material in front of an audience. American Legion, 21 Main St., donations welcome, sign up 7:30pm, show 8pm. Info. 793-3884.
Saturday, March 9
ADAMANT- Starline Rhythm Boys. Playing an acoustic show for the Adamant Winter Music Series. Adamant Community Club, $10 advance at Co-op/$15 at door, optional potluck 5:30pm, show 7pm.
BARRE- Legislative Update. Representatives from Barre City and Barre Town discuss their involvement with various bills. Hosted by Barre Area Democrats, open to all. Aldrich Public Library, 10:30am.
Auditions for GMUW Kaleidoscope of Talent. Welcoming vocal, instrumental, dance or comedy performers. Spaulding High School aud., 9:30am-4pm. Performer application at www.gmunitedway.org.
Good Hold Time Hockey Tourney & More. Co-ed tournament, pick-up, high level adult games, and sled hockey demo. At Barre BOR. Info. 622-0580 or www.sanisportservice.com
CRAFTSBURY- Richard Ruane & Beth Duquette. Mandolin, guitar, ukelele, banjo & harmonies. The Music Box, 7pm. 586-7533.
MIDDLESEX- Snowshoe w/Green Mtn Club. Moderate to difficult, White Rocks. Call 223-8493 or 229-9810 for meeting time & place.
MONTPELIER- A Fly Allusion. One of Montpelier’s favorite dance bands. Ages 21+. Positive Pie, 22 State St., $5, 10pm.
Snowshoe w/GMC Young Adventurers Club. Easy trek in Hubbard Park for families w/young kids. Call 223-6360 for meeting time/place.
MORETOWN- Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner. Fundraiser for Mad River Valley Interdenominational Youth Group. With bread, salad, dessert, more. Juniper’s Fare Café, $12.95, 5:30-8:30pm. 244-5504.
WATERBURY- Waterbury Farmers Market. Thatcher Brook Primary School, Stowe St., 10am-2pm.
Snowshoe w/Green Mountain Club. Moderate, 6.4 miles, Little River State Park loop. Call 229-9908 for meeting time & place.
Sunday, March 10
BARRE- Good Hold Time Hockey Tourney & More. Co-ed tournament, pick-up, high level adult games, and sled hockey demo. At Barre BOR. Info. 622-0580 or www.sanisportservice.com
MONTPELIER- Montpelier Antiques Market. Furniture, art, ephemera,
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