Wednesday, November 6
East Montpelier– Walk-Through Wednesday Open House at Orchard Valley Waldorf School, Grace Farm Campus 2290 VT Rt. 14N, 8:30-9:30am. Join us on the first Wednesday of each month for an introductory visit to the OVWS grades school from 8:30-9:30am. Campus tour and Q&A time, too. Contact enrollment@ovws.org or call 456-7400 with questions. Please register by noon the day prior to the Walk-Through.
Montpelier– Practice Session: Interrupting Hate and Addressing Unintended Bias at the Unitarian Church of Montpelier (130 Main St.), 6-8pm. Have you ever wished you knew how to respond better to racist comments and jokes? Have you remained quiet, but wished you had spoken up? Join Central Vermont Showing Up For Racial Justice (SURJ) to practice responding.
John Lackard Blues JAM at Charlie O’s World Famous, 70 Main Street, 6:00 pm. 802-223-6820. Free!
Repeopling Vermont: How We Got to Where We Are Historians Paul Searls and Amanda Gustin lead a conversation about the changing face of Vermont in the twentieth century and the efforts to bring much-needed development while preserving Vermont’s rural values. 7:00PM at the Kellogg-Hubbard Library
John Smyth Vermont’s premier singer-songwriter will play his original music with Dobro master Ivan Goldstein at 8:00 PM at Sweet Melissa’s, free.
Thursday, November 7
Barre– Salvation Army Christmas Castle Sign-Up 1-3PM at the Salvation Army 25 Keith Ave. For info call (802)476-5301.
Lyndon Center– Once Upon a Mattress A family friendly musical fairy tale comes to the Lyndon Institute Theater Company stage, 7PM. $10 Adults, $5 Students, $20 for family of four or more.
Montpelier– Dr. Damian Costello is author of Black Elk: Colonialism and Lakota Catholicism. Free and open to the public; wheelchair accessible. Information: 802-223-5285. 7PM at St. Augustine Church, 16 Barre St.
Friday, November 8
Barre– Veterans Dinner Come join the Barre Area Veteran’s Council as we honor our Military Veterans with a roast turkey dinner. 6PM at the Barre Elks Lodge, 10 Jefferson St. For reservations: 479-9058 or 479-9073. Free for ALL veterans, $10 for general public.
Hyde Park– Boeing Boeing at the Hyde Park Opera House, 7PM. $18 Adult/$12 Seniors, child or student. www.LCPlayers.com, 802-888-4507.
Lyndon Center– Once Upon a Mattress A family friendly musical fairy tale comes to the Lyndon Institute Theater Company stage, 7PM. $10 Adults, $5 Students, $20 for family of four or more.
Montpelier– Fit over Fifty: $5. Conditioning: Squats & Lunges with weights and deep ab/butt/thigh work, 11am-12noon. Contemporary Dance & Fitness Studio (802) 229-4676. $4 for MSAC members.
Plainfield– Moonshine in Vermont. An original play by J.C. Myers. 7:30PM, $15. At the Haybarn Theatre, Goddard College, 123 Pitkin Rd. For reservations call 229-5290 or email blachly@together.net.
Saturday, November 9
Barre– Boutique Bazaar Jewelry, purses, scarves, books and more. Lunch $6. Barre Congregational Church, 35 Church St., 9AM-2PM. For info 476-3065, bccuccoffice@gmail.com.
North Barre Manor Bazaar, 9AM-2PM, at North Barre Manor, 455 N. Main St.
Craftsbury– Kyle Woolard A unique musician brings his solo project Glorious Leader to the Music Box in Craftsbury at 7 PM. For more information call 586-7533 or www.themusicboxcraftsbury.org
Hyde Park– Boeing Boeing at the Hyde Park Opera House, 7PM. $18 Adult/$12 Seniors, child or student. www.LCPlayers.com, 802-888-4507.
Lyndon Center– Once Upon a Mattress A family friendly musical fairy tale comes to the Lyndon Institute Theater Company stage, 2PM. $10 Adults, $5 Students, $20 for family of four or more. Children 10 and under free with fairytale-inspired costume.
Montpelier– Fueling Senior Power Registration at 9:00 AM. Program starts at 9:30 AM. $5 includes morning refreshments and a light lunch (with lively discussion!). RSVP to D. Labounty at PO Box 858, Montpelier, VT 05601. At the Unitarian Church, 130 Main St.
Plainfield– Open Auditions for Plainfield Little Theatre’s Winter Production of ‘As You Like It’, by Shakespeare. From noon-5pm, at the Plainfield Community Center, above the Plainfield Co-op, 153 Main Street.
Moonshine in Vermont. An original play by J.C. Myers. 7:30PM, $15. At the Haybarn Theatre, Goddard College, 123 Pitkin Rd. For reservations call 229-5290 or email blachly@together.net.
Randolph– Beg, Steal and Borrow Bluegrass at the Chandler Center for the Arts 71-73 Main St. 7:30PM.
Waterbury– Craft & Vendor Sale 9AM – 3PM At Wesley Church, 56 South Main. Questions, contact Bev Young at 244-8190.
Suite Sounds presented by Eleva Chamber Players. 7PM at the United Church of Christ. Tickets available at www.elevachamberplayers.org
Waterbury Center– Vermont Conference on Christianity and the Arts There will be sessions on a variety of topics and genres, offering both hands-on craft workshops as well as discussions of art. 4940 Waterbury Stowe Road. For more info http://www.vermontchristianityarts.org/
Williamstown– Harvest Supper, Williamstown United Federated Church, 2426 VT Rte 14. 5:00 PM.
Worcester– Worcester VT Church Bazaar, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Sunday, November 10
Berlin– Dance, Sing, and Jump Around! First dance of this season! A family dance for all ages. Circle and line dances and singing games. 3-4:30PM at the Capital City Grange on Route 12. $5 donation. Info: 802-223-1509
Greensboro– Best of VTIFF 2019 – Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am Presented By Vermont International Film Festival 3:00 pm at Highland Center for the Arts, 2875 Hardwick St. Tickets are $10.00
Harvest Barter Fair, 2-4pm, Lakeview Elementary 189 Lauredon Ave. Bring items that you have grown, preserved, baked, or raised to swap with neighbors. Items will be swapped on a one for one basis. Bring items with an estimated value of $5, or $5 increments. Info at swapsisters@gmail.com or 755-6336
Hyde Park– Boeing Boeing at the Hyde Park Opera House, 2PM. $10. www.LCPlayers.com, 802-888-4507.
Morrisville– Sunday Brunch to benefit the VFW Auxiliary 9653 will be held from 9:00 to 10:30 AM on Pleasant St. $10 for adults and $5 for children under 10. Info 888-4919
Plainfield– Moonshine in Vermont. An original play by J.C. Myers. 7:30PM, $15. At the Haybarn Theatre, Goddard College, 123 Pitkin Rd. For reservations call 229-5290 or email blachly@together.net.
Warren– Suite Sounds presented by Eleva Chamber Players. 7PM at the Inn at Round Barn Farm, 1661 East Warren Rd. Tickets available at www.elevachamberplayers.org
Monday, November 11
Montpelier– Fit over Fifty: $5. YOGA: Work slowly and deeply to develop strength, flexibility, alignment & balance, noon-1pm. Contemporary Dance & Fitness Studio (802) 229-4676. $4 for MSAC members
Tuesday, November 12
Montpelier– Fit over Fifty: $5. TAP Exercise!: No experience needed. Basic steps, lots of repetition, 11am-12noon. Contemporary Dance & Fitness Studio (802) 229-4676. $4 for MSAC members
Wednesday, November 13
Barre– Salvation Army Christmas Castle Sign-Up 1-3PM at the Salvation Army 25 Keith Ave. For info call (802)476-5301.
Montpelier– Fit over Fifty: $5. DANCE & Stretch: Easy to follow dance move, great music, thorough stretch, 11am-12noon. Contemporary Dance & Fitness Studio (802) 229-4676. $4 for MSAC members
Fit over Fifty: $5. YOGA: Work slowly and deeply to develop strength, flexibility, alignment & balance, 12:05-1pm. Contemporary Dance & Fitness Studio (802) 229-4676. $4 for MSAC members
Fighting Hunger in Our Community with Hunger Free Vermont. 6:00 – 7:30pm. Every person can play a role in ending hunger in our state, a problem facing 1 in 10 of our neighbors. Space is limited and registration in advance is suggested. To sign up for this workshop, email your name and contact information to info@hungermountain.coop. All workshops are free and held in the Hunger Mountain Co-op community room.
LIVE & IN-PERSON: Learn more about GENUINE with Sarah Lipton 5:15 to 6:15PM at The North Branch Café, 41 State St.
Thursday, November 14
Greensboro– Cashore Marionettes – The Simple Gifts at Highland Center for the Arts, 2875 Hardwick St. 11:00 am. Tickets – Adults $25, Students $10, and Seniors 20% off.
Montpelier– Staying Healthy in Mind, Body, and Spirit. 6:00 – 7:30pm. The lack of sunlight, coupled with winter holidays, can trigger stress and anxiety. Learn powerful mood supporting and stress managing strategies. $8 members/$10 nonmembers. Space is limited and registration in advance is suggested. To sign up for this workshop, email your name and contact information to info@hungermountain.coop. All workshops are held in the Hunger Mountain Co-op community room.
Randolph– The Little Engine That Could™ Earns Her Whistle Artspower’s new musical that finds its way into the hearts of young viewers. At the Chandler Center for the Arts, 71 North Main St., 10AM. $8 for Adults and Children, and $6 each for groups of 10 or more.
Friday, November 15
Hyde Park– Boeing Boeing at the Hyde Park Opera House, 7PM. $18 Adult/$12 Seniors, child or student. www.LCPlayers.com, 802-888-4507.
Montpelier– Soul Collage 5:00-7:00pm. A process that begins as simple, creative fun which may surprise and awaken you. Space is limited and registration in advance is suggested. To sign up for this workshop, email your name and contact information to info@hungermountain.coop. Held in the Hunger Mountain Co-op community room. Free.
Plainfield– Moonshine in Vermont. An original play by J.C. Myers. 7:30PM, $15. At the Haybarn Theatre, Goddard College, 123 Pitkin Rd. For reservations call 229-5290 or email blachly@together.net.
Randolph– Joshua Davis 7:30PM Live & Upstairs at Chandler Center for the Arts, 71-73 Main St. Entry is “By Donation”
Saturday, November 16
Barre– Benefit for Peoples’ Health & Wellness Clinic Celebrate Peoples’ Health & Wellness Clinic’s 25th Anniversary from 5 to 7 PM at the Old Labor Hall.
Berlin– Berlin Fall Scholastic Chess Tournament at the Berlin Elementary School, 9AM. Open to all abilities for kids in grades K through 12. Full details at: http://vtchess.info/Events/17th_Berlin_VT_Fall_Scholastic.htm
Annual Event and Winter Warm Up hosted by Connecting Hope at the Old Labor Hall 9 am – Noon. The Annual Event is a resource fair featuring local help organizations that provide valuable information about resources for those in need. The Winter Warm Up will give attendees opportunity to select from an abundance of warm coats and clothing for children and adults. Each household will also be given free groceries as they exit the Old Labor Hall. Admission is free. Donations of clean winter wear and groceries will be accepted until November 15th. Contact Connecting Hope for more details. 802-622-4244
Hyde Park– Boeing Boeing at the Hyde Park Opera House, 7PM. $18 Adult/$12 Seniors, child or student. www.LCPlayers.com, 802-888-4507.
Montpelier– Brand New Luddites vs. Tsunamibots Live music at Charlie O’s World Famous, 9PM.
DANCE Works In Progress by faculty and students of Contemporary Dance & Fitness Studio. Multiple genres and ages. 7PM, $10 Donation. Contemporary Dance & Fitness Studio, 18 Langdon St. 802-229-4676
Northfield– Artisan and Craft Market and Annual Soup Luncheonat the United Church of Northfield. Sale Hours 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Luncheon served from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Info: Laura Ranker 229-4351 or lranker@myfairpoint.net
Plainfield– Moonshine in Vermont. An original play by J.C. Myers. 7:30PM, $15. At the Haybarn Theatre, Goddard College, 123 Pitkin Rd. For reservations call 229-5290 or email blachly@together.net.
Randolph– Neave Trio play new works by living composers at the Chandler Center for the Arts 71-73 Main St. 7:30PM.
West Fairlee– 16th Annual Famous Harvest Supper Featuring Chef Steve’s Baked Ham. 5-6:30PM at the West Fairlee Congregational Church 954 Rt 113. $12 Adults, Kids 7-11 $6.For info garrowstephen@gmail.com, 802-685-3141 or 333-4748
Sunday, November 17
Hyde Park– Boeing Boeing at the Hyde Park Opera House, 2PM. $18 Adult/$12 Seniors, child or student. www.LCPlayers.com, 802-888-4507.
Montpelier– VT Youth Climate Congress at the VT State House 115 State St., 12:30PM. Students from across Vermont will unite at the State House to pass a declaration of freedom from fossil fuels and a resolution urging policy makers to protect the future by taking immediate action to the climate crisis. Info www.youthlobby.org
Plainfield– Moonshine in Vermont. An original play by J.C. Myers. 7:30PM, $15. At the Haybarn Theatre, Goddard College, 123 Pitkin Rd. For reservations call 229-5290 or email blachly@together.net.
Tuesday, November 19
Montpelier– Resolving Workplace Body Pain (Part 1) Understanding posture with tips on reversing pain NOW. Space is limited and registration in advance is suggested. To sign up for this workshop, email your name and contact information to info@hungermountain.coop. 6:30-7:30pm. Free, at Hunger Mountain Coop.
