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Calendar of Events
(by Week of November 19, 2008 - November 19, 2008)
Wednesday, November 19
HARDWICK- Looking Back at Vermont: Farm Security Administration Photos in VT. Pres. by Nancy Price Graff, spons. by Friends of Jeudevine. Memorial Building, FREE, 7pm. 472-5948.
MONTPELIER- The Maltese Falcon. Screening of the John Huston film, discussion led by Rick Winston. An Osher Lifelong Learning event. Savoy Theater, $5 non-members, 1pm. Info. 454-4675.
For the Bible Tells Me So. Screening of the award-winning film on Christianity and homosexuality. Discussion to follow led by Stan Baker. Kellogg- Hubbard Library, FREE, 7pm. Info. 223-3338.
Trees are Treats. Nature investigations for children ages 3-5. North Branch Nature Center, $5 per child, 10-11:30am. Info. 229-6206.
Man to Man Prostate Cancer Support Group. Special meeting & potluck w/ other cancer survivors at home of Ellen Fein, cancer survivor & cancer coach. 13 Terrace St., off Bailey Ave., 6-7:30pm. 223-6196.
Thursday, November 20
BARRE- Soup & Sandwich Luncheon. Supports Christmas for needy children. Universalist Church, $5, 11:30am-1:15pm.
Service of Remembrance. CVHHH invites all community members to celebrate the lives of those whom Hospice has served. Buffet supper & fellowship to follow. Barre Universalist Church, 6pm. RSVP 223-1878.
RANDOLPH- GED Testing. Soc. studies, science & reading, 3pm, take 1 or 2; writing 5:30pm, math 6pm, take only one. Randolph Learning Center, 12 So. Main St. Pre-reg. 476-4588.
BERLIN- Diabetes Fun Night. Educational games, healthy snacks, prizes, more. CVMC lobby & conf. rooms, 6-7:30pm. RSVP 371-4152.
MONTPELIER- Arthur Zorn's Pictures at Our Exhibition. Orig. compositions based on Zorn's favorite works in "Montpelier Treasures" exhibit. T.W. Wood Gallery, College St., donations, 7pm. 828-8743.
Guys & Dolls. Montpelier High School Smilie Auditorium, $7/$5 students & seniors, 7pm. Tickets at door or at Bear Pond Books.
Indoor Gardening Workshop: Buckwheat Lettuce. Learn to garden indoors all winter with Peter Burke. Hunger Mountain Coop, FREE, 6-7pm. Pre-reg. 223-8004 x202.
PLAINFIELD- What's Eating You? All kinds of bites. Discussion led by Dr. Wm. "Sandy" Craig. The Health Center, 7pm. 454-8336.
WAITSFIELD- Keeping the Peace in Times of Resource Scarcity. Talk by UVM Professor Dr. Saleem Ali. Hosted by Green Mtn Global Forum, public welcome. 1824 House Inn, FREE, 7pm.
Friday, November 21
BARRE- Ten Treasures. See Ethan Allen's "Reason, the Only Oracle of Man," earliest photos of Vermont, and 8 other treasures from the vault. VT Historical Society Leahy Library, FREE, 1-2pm. 479-8503.
MONTPELIER- Meet the Animals. Turtles, salamanders, one big snake and a toad - see, touch, hold & learn about the animals at NBNC. North Branch Nature Ctr, $5/$3 kids, 7pm. Info. 229-6206.
Author David Macaulay. Award-winning children's author shares his newest book, "The Way We Work," a unique journey through the complex human body. Bear Pond Books, FREE, 7pm. 229-0774.
Guys & Dolls. Montpelier High School auditorium, 7pm. See 11/20.
RANDOLPH- Craft Fair. Hand-made items, baked goods, more. Supports adult day program. Gifford Conference Ctr, 3-8pm. 728-2165.
WOLCOTT- Holiday Indoor Yard & Bake Sale. Wolcott United Methodist Church, 9am-4pm.
Saturday, November 22
BARRE- The Isaacs. One of the most beloved groups in Southern Gospel music, The Isaacs perform in a benefit for the VT Christian Education Fund. Barre Opera House, $18-$25, 7pm. Info. 476-8188.
Art Reception. Opening event for Annual Members' Show. Studio Place Arts, 4-6pm. Info. 479-7069.
GED Testing. Soc. studies, science & reading, 11am, take 1 or 2. Barre Learning Center, 46 Washington St. Pre-reg. 476-4588.
CHELSEA- Wellspring Holiday Fair. Items by local craftspeople & artists, baked goods, raffles, live music & storytelling at 11am, children's crafts, warm lunch and more. Town Hall, 9:30am-3pm.
Christmas Bazaar. Crafts, white elephant table, raffle, lunch from 11-1. Spons. by Senior Center. United Church of Chelsea, 9am-2pm.
GREENSBORO- Alternative Giving Fair. Gifts by local artisans & fair-trade international items through SERVV. Kids activities 9am-noon, lunch, Chinese raffle, more. GUCC Fellowship Hall, 9am-3pm.
MONTPELIER- Didgeridoo Workshop & Concert. Pitz Quattrone leads a workshop about the ancient Aboriginal instrument, foll. by the didgeridoo in performance with The Earthman Band, Jairo Sequeira, Amy Torchia & Dave Keller. Unitarian Church, FREE, 8pm.
Eleanor of Acquitaine & the Art of Courtly Love. Pres. by WordStage VT, feat. Fyre & Lightning Duo, Lisa Jablow & Paula Ennis. T.W. Wood Gallery, College St., $20 or pay what you can, 8pm. 828-8743.
Thanksgiving Farmers Market. Local farm products, baked goods, & unique crafts from 48 vendors. Montpelier High School, 10am-2pm.
"Who's Haunting the White House?" Vermonter Rick Powell & paranormal expert Jeff Belanger celebrate release of their new non-fiction book for middle readers. Book Release Party with Dark Knight Comics Club at Kellogg-Hubbard Library, 1pm. Book signing at The Book Garden, 50 State St., 3pm. Info. 223-2824.
Guys & Dolls. Montpelier High School auditorium, 7pm. See 11/20.
NORTHFIELD- Annual Chouinard T-Shirt Sale. 1000's of cotton apparel items. Benefits Northfield Amateur Hockey Assoc. & N.H.S. hockey teams. Nat'l Guard Armory, Norwich University, 8am-4pm.
Christmas Bazaar & Luncheon. Handmade crafts, bake sale, more. Coffee & donuts in morning, lunch avail. after 11:30. Spons. by United Methodist Women. N'field United Methodist Church, 9am-4pm.
RANDOLPH- Craft Fair. Gifford Conf. Center, 9am-3pm. See 11/21.
WATERBURY CENTER- Baked Bean & Ham Dinner. With potatoes, slaw & more. Also a food sale. Waterbury Grange, 317 Howard Ave., $9/$4.50 kids 4-10, noon & 5pm. RSVP 244-1192.
WOLCOTT- Holiday Indoor Yard & Bake Sale. Wolcott United Methodist Church, 9am-4pm.
Sunday, November 23
MONTPELIER- Antiques Market. Elks Country Club, off Rte 2, $5 early buyers 7:30am/$2 regular admission 9am-1:30pm. 751-6138.
Families of Color. Meeting of a play/support group for transracial and adoptive families. Unitarian Church, 3-5pm. Info. 223-7620.
Family Contradance. With The Cleary Brothers Band and LuLa Rose, calling geared toward children. Optional hearty soup dinner, $5/$3. Capitol City Grange, dance $5/$3/free 3 & under, 3-5pm. 229-1810.
Guys & Dolls. Montpelier High School auditorium, 2pm. See 11/20.
NORTHFIELD- Annual Chouinard T-Shirt Sale. Nat'l Guard Armory, Norwich University campus, 8am-4pm. See descrip. 11/22.
Tim Janis. Concert by the acclaimed classical music artist and composer. Benefits Northfield Elementary music department. Northfield High School, suggested donation $15, 8pm. Info. 498-7221.
Monday, November 24
BARRE- Kissing Ball Workshop. Learn to assemble & decorate your own balsam kissing ball. All materials provided. Gardens of Seven Gables, $29, 5:30-7:30pm. Must RSVP 476-3350.
MONTPELIER- Transition Towns: From Oil Dependency to Resilient Communities. Talk by Naresh Giangrande, co-founder of the first 'transition town' in the UK. Unitarian Church, 7pm. 456-8122.
Flower Essences. Fearn Lickfield helps you stay grounded and present through changing times with flower essences. Hunger Mountain Coop, $7 members/$10 non, 6-8pm. Pre-reg. 223-8004 x202.
Tuesday, November 25
HARDWICK- Blood Drive. Knights of Columbus, 12:30-6pm.
MORRISVILLE- David Murphey. Performing American roots music. The Bee's Knees, donations, 7:30-10pm. Info. 888-7889.
Saturday, November 28
MONTPELIER- Vermont - A History in Song. A Vermont Humanities Council event with Linda Radtke & John Lincoln. T.W. Wood Gallery, College St., FREE, 7pm. Info. 828-8743.
Thursday, November 27
MONTPELIER- Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner. All are invited, delivery available. Spons. by Youth Service Bureau, local merchants & volunteers. Bethany Church, Main St., FREE, 11:30am-2pm. Info. 229-9151.
Saturday, November 29
EAST CALAIS- Ndakinna Cultural Center Grand Opening. Entertainment, food & more. Learn about the Vermont Abenaki & visit the gift shop. 34 Moscow Woods Rd., 10a-4pm. Info. 456-8884.
MONTPELIER- Contradance. Will Mentor calling, music by Tidal Wave. Bring soft-soled shoes. Cap. City Grange, $8, beginners workshop 7pm, dance at 8pm. Info. 744-6163.
Amadis and Ku Fui. Tryptophan metal night! Ages 21+ only. Positive Pie II, $5, 10pm. Info. 229-0453.
RANDOLPH- The Hobbit. No Strings Marionette Company pres. the adventures of Bilbo Baggins in J. R. R. Tolkein's world of imagination and wonder. Chandler Music Hall, $5, 11am. Info. 728-6464.
Sunday, November 30
MONTPELIER- Montpelier Community Gospel Choir. Inspirational music combining soul, jazz, original & traditional Gospel, under direction of John Harrison. Unitarian Church, donations, 7pm. 454-8403.
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