Auditions: "The Next Generation"
Venue: Chandler Music Hall. Street Address: 71-73 Main St. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Genre: classical. Description: Auditions for "The Next Generation" an annual performance featuring high school musicians who have seriously studied classical instrumental or vocal music. Audition date: March 28, sign-up by March 25. Web Site: www.chandler-arts.org. Number for more info: 802-431-0204. Email for more info: outreach@chandler-arts.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Auditions for Chandler's "The Next Generation" featuring high school students who have seriously studied classical instrumental and vocal music.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012.
Chandler Music Hall
71-73 Main St.
Randolph, Vt.
Auditions: Chandler's Annual Mud Season Variety Show
Description: Seeking musicians, vocalists, jugglers, story-tellers and more! Auditions for Chandler's Annual Mud Season Variety Show will be held on March 6 & 7. Sign up for a time by March 4. Ages 7 and up are welcome to audition. Venue: Chandler Music Hall. Street Address: 71-73 Main St. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Number for more info: 802-431-0204. Email for more info: outreach@chandler-arts.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Auditions for Chandler's Annual Mud Season Variety Show will be held on March 6 & 7. Sign up for a time by March 4.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012.
Chandler Music Hall
71-73 Main St.
Randolph, VT.
Audtions for Peter Pan: Chandler Youth Production
Description: Auditions announced for Chandler's summer youth theater production of Peter Pan for ages 7 - 18. Auditions: Sunday, March 4, sign-up by February 29. Preparation necessary. Venue: Chandler Music Hall. Street Address: 71-73 Main St. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Directed By: Charlie McMeekin. Number for more info: 802-431-0204. Email for more info: outreach@chandler-arts.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Auditions March 4 : Chandler's summer youth theater production of Peter Pan for ages 7 - 18. Pre-register by Feb. 29. Preparation necessary.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012.
Chandler Music Hall
71-73 Main St.
Randolph, Vt.
Discography: New Work with Disks in Grids by Janet Van Fleet
Description: Technically similar to the work Van Fleet exhibited in Nagoya, Japan in 2010, the pieces in Discography add the graphic elements of letterforms and numbers. “The way these pieces skip and jitter across the wall make them perfect for showing at the Dance Studio,” says the artist. “Boogie on up the stairs and have a look.”. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Similar to the work Van Fleet exhibited in Nagoya, Japan in 2010, the pieces in Discography add the graphic elements of letterforms and numbers. Venue: Contemporary Dance and Fitness Studio. Street Address: 18 Langdon Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: free. Contact: Janet Van Fleet. Number for more info: 563-2486. Email for more info: janetvanfleet@fairpoint.net.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012 – Monday, March 19, 2012.
Contemporary Dance and Fitness Studio, 18 Langdon Street in Montpelier.
For more info visit www.cdandfs.com. Cross-Country Ski
Submitted
Description: Moderate. Dr. Burns Property. Easy/Moderate. Various Distances. Call leader for meeting time and place. City or Town: Berlin. County: Washington. Contact: Fred Jordan. Number for more info: 223-3935. Web Site: http://www.gmcmontpelier.org/events/index.htm. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Moderate. Dr. Burns Property. Easy/Moderate. Various Distances. Call leader for meeting time and place.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012.
Berlin.
Mitchell Therapy Open Swim Schedule
Submitted
Venue: Mitchell Therapy Pool. Street Address: 88 Park Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: Winter/Spring General Swim Hours. Age Range: All Ages. Number for more info: 802-773-7187. Web Site: www.vacvt.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Winter/Spring general swim hours for the Mitchell Therapy Pool at VAC on 88 Park Street, Rutland. For more information call 802-773-7187.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 7:30 AM.
Mitchell Therapy Pool at VAC
88 Park Street
Rutland.
Playgroup
Venue: Doty Elementary School. Description: children birth to 6 and their caregivers. City or Town: Worcester. County: Washington. Age Range: Children. Cost: Free. Contact: Jill Murphy. Number for more info: 802-262-3292.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Doty Elementary School.
Temporary Sculpture Park
Description: View stone sculptures created by local artists during daylight hours in a temporary outdoors gallery next to SPA. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): View stone sculptures created by local artists during daylight hours in a temporary outdoors gallery next to SPA.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Vacant lot adjacent to Studio Place Arts.
An Morning with Jane O’Reilly
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Presenter: Jane O’Reilly. Venue: The Gorge (Withey Hall). Street Address: One Brennan Circle. City or Town: Poultney. County: Rutland. Description: Green Mountain College will host Ms. magazine co-founder Jane O’Reilly for a talk on women’s rights and the feminist movement on February 7. The event is free and open to the public. A coffee reception will follow.
O’Reilly became a freelance writer in New York City, writing for Vogue and other publications. That’s where she met Gloria Steinem, in 1972, while they were both working for New York magazine. Steinem, O’Reilly, and several others colleagues co-founded Ms. Age Range: Adults. Cost: Free. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): GMC hosts Ms. magazine co-founder Jane O’Reilly for a talk on women’s rights and the feminist movement. Free and open to the public.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 9:30 AM.
Green Mountain College.
For more info visit www.greenmtn.edu. Miles of Smiles
Venue: Springfield Town Library. Description: Story Time for 3-5 year olds. Street Address: 43 Main Stret. City or Town: Springfield. County: Windsor. Age Range: Children. Cost: free. Contact: Cheryl. Number for more info: 802-885-3108.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Springfield Town Library.
Vermonters in Italy
Description: works by Jeneane Lunn and Jim Lund. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Vermonters in Italy-Works by Jeneane Lunn and Jim Lund.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Studio Place Arts
Second Floor Gallery.
Weathering it Out
Description: rain or shine, snow or sleet, this group, multi-media exhibit explores how we are weathering dynamic weather patterns. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Rain or shine, snow or sleet, this group, multi-media exhibit explores how we are weathering dynamic weather patterns.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Studio Place Arts
Main Floor Gallery.
What Lies Below-Multimedia works by Maggie Neale
Description: What Lies Below-Multimedia works by Maggie Neale. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): What Lies Below-Multimedia works by Maggie Neale.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Studio Place Arts
Third Floor Gallery.
A Graceful Rise: Women in Fly Fishing Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Submitted
Venue: American Museum of Fly Fishing. Description: This groundbreaking exhibition honors the key roles women have played in fly-fishing history and how they continue to inspire female anglers today. It is the first large-scale exhibition of its kind and features such pioneers as the First Lady of Fly Fishing, Joan Salvato Wulff, world record holder Diana Rudolph, Fanny Krieger, founder of the IWFF , noted guide and instructor Lori-Ann Murphy; and many others. Street Address: 4104 Main Street. City or Town: Manchester. County: Bennington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $. Contact: Kim Murphy. Number for more info: 802-362-3300. Email for more info: kmurphy@amff.com.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
American Museum of Fly Fishing
4104 Main Street
Manchester, VT 05255.
Free WINTER School Field Trips, VINS in Quechee, VT
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Venue: VINS Nature Center. Description: School Groups of 20 to 50/day with advanced reservations during the months of Jan. Feb. and Mar. visit includes a live bird program in the VINS Classroom plus full access to exhibits and trails. Call for full details and to book a date. Funding provided by the Kettering Foundation. Limited funding is also available to help with mileage fees for outreach to schools and community group locations. Note: CAMP REGISTRATION AND VINS MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT DETAILS on our website, enrollment is open. Street Address: 6565 Woodstock Rd. City or Town: Quechee. County: Windsor. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: FREE Sponsorships. Contact: Linda Conrad. Number for more info: 802-359-5001 ext 221. Email for more info: info@vinsweb.org. Web Site: www.vinsweb.org.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
VINS Nature Center in Quechee, VT.
Locked In Time: Aldo Merusi Photography Exhibit
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Venue: Chaffee Art Center. Description: Locked in Time is back again. This exhibit will feature new Aldo Merusi photographs selected by Dr. Richard Brown. Merusi was the chief photographer at the Rutland Herald from 1937-1974, and generated 30,000 photographic negatives. Photos will be for sale. Street Address: 16 South Main Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free. Number for more info: 802-775-0356. Email for more info: info@chaffeeartcenter.org. Web Site: www.chaffeeartcenter.org.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Chaffee Art Center
16 South Main Street.
Lunch Time Public Skate
Submitted
Venue: Giorgetti Arena. Description: Take a break and come skate with us! City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Number for more info: 802-775-7976.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Machine as Medium Exhibit by Zachary Parks
Submitted
Venue: Drury Gallery. Description: Marlboro senior Zach Parks presents a show of kinetic sculpture and drawing revolving around the theme of using mechanics as an artistic medium, where both artistic and technical methods constitute the process of making. Each sculptural piece is a functional machine, generally made from metal wire and other mixed media, and the drawings combine the use of nib pens and drafting tools. Street Address: Marlboro College. City or Town: Marlboro. County: Windham. Cost: No Charge. Contact: Public Relations Office. Number for more info: 802-251-7644. Email for more info: pr@marlboro.edu. Web Site: http://www.marlboro.edu/news/events/.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Drury Gallery.
Second Language Story Time
Submitted
Venue: Cutler Memorial Library. Description: Featuring American Sign Language, with monthly special guests. Wheelchair accessible. Street Address: 151 High St. City or Town: Plainfield. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Loona Brogan. Number for more info: 802-454-8504. Email for more info: cutler.library@yahoo.com. Web Site: www.cutlerlibrary.org.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 2:30 PM.
Rte 2 one block east of the Post Office.
Tuesday Afternoon Tea
Submitted
Description: Make it part of your routine to stop by the Cutler Memorial Library for a cup of tea with neighbors every Tuesday at 2:30 pm. Parents: have your kids get off the bus at the library and meet them there for 2ND LANGUAGE STORY TIME, featuring American Sign Language interpretation & lessons. Street Address: 151 High Street (Route 2). City or Town: Plainfield. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Always free, but donations of tea or crackers are welcome. Contact: Loona Brogan. Number for more info: 802-454-8504. Email for more info: cutler.library@yahoo.com. Web Site: www.cutlerlibrary.org.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Cutler Memorial Library.
Tuesday Afternoon Tea
Submitted
Venue: Cutler Memorial Library. Description: Free tea and nibbles. Wheelchair accessible. Street Address: 151 High St. City or Town: Plainfield. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Loona Brogan. Number for more info: 802-454-8504. Email for more info: cutler.library@yahoo.com. Web Site: www.cutlerlibrary.org.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 2:30 PM.
Rte 2 one block east of the Post Office.
2nd Language Story Time
Submitted
Description: Most weeks we feature an American Sign Language interpretation of one or two picture books read out-loud. Once a month, a special 2nd-SPOKEN-language guest will translate the English story into their native tongue for the audience. Presenter: co-presented. Cost: free. Venue: Cutler Memorial Library. Street Address: 151 High Street (Route 2). City or Town: Plainfield. County: Washington. Web Site: www.cutlerlibrary.org. Contact: Loona Brogan. Number for more info: 802-454-8504. Email for more info: cutler.library@yahoo.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Most weeks feature American Sign Language interpreted stories, read out-loud. Monthly, special 2nd language speakers translate stories from English.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Cutler Memorial Library, Route 2 in Plainfield.
WINGS:Afterschool Program
Submitted
Venue: North Branch Nature Center. Description: For children 8 to 12 years old who love the outdoors. Every session we will spend time exploring the wintery landscape at NBNC while learning how to take care of ourselves and others! Learn how to build fires, eat food we have prepared, construct shelters, track animals, sing songs and tell stories. Street Address: 713 Elm Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: Children. Cost: $125 members, $145 nonmembers for 8 weeks. Contact: Chip Darmstadt. Number for more info: 802-229-6206. Email for more info: chip@northbranchnaturecenter.org. Web Site: www.northbranchnaturecenter.org.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Montpelier, VT.
Public Skate
Submitted
Venue: Giorgetti Arena. Description: Warming room, concession stand, rentals and skate sharpening/profiling available. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Number for more info: 802-775-7976.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
Venue: Rutland Regional Medical Center. Description: Low cost weight loss group. First meeting is free to all who are interested in finding out how TOPS can help in your weight loss journey. Street Address: 160 Allen St. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: Adults. Cost: $28.00 yearly dues - 1st meeting is FREE. Contact: Pat Martin. Number for more info: 802-770-0924. Email for more info: PMartin651@yahoo.com.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Rutland.
Invisible Odysseys
Submitted
Description: An exhibit of autobiographical dioramas in which the artists tell the story of their journeys from Mexico to Vermont and their lives as undocumented farm workers in a foreign community. The exhibit will include text in Spanish and English, and will be accompanied by an exhibit catalog. Rather than being filtered through one of the many lenses that often frame immigrants, these dioramas--and companion statements--express the unmediated voices of Mexican workers on Vermont's dairy farms. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): An exhibit of autobiographical dioramas in which the artists tell the story of their journeys from Mexico to Vermont. Venue: Vision and Voice Documentary Gallery. Street Address: 88 Main Street. City or Town: Middlebury. County: Addison. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $5 suggested donation. Contact: Bob Hooker. Number for more info: 802-388-4964. Email for more info: bhooker@vermontfolklifecenter.org.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 5:00 PM.
Vermont Folklife Center.
Volunteer Information Session
Submitted
Description: Welcoming current and prospective volunteers to CVABE's Waterbury Learning Center for an informational session was well as an opportunity to share volunteering experiences at CVABE. Street Address: 141 South Main St. City or Town: Waterbury. County: Washington. Age Range: Adults. Cost: free. Contact: Gale Rome. Number for more info: 802-476-4588. Email for more info: grome@cvabe.org. Web Site: www.cvabe.org.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Central VT Adult Basic Education
141 South Main St.
Waterbury.
Woman to Woman
Submitted
Event Title: Woman to Woman. Description: For women with all cancer diagnoses. Venue: Rutland Regional Medical Center. Street Address: 160 Allen Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Contact: Pamela Hooker. Number for more info: 802.747.1831. Email for more info: phooker@rrmc.org.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Rutland Regional Medical Center, Leahy Conference Room A.
Building Your Immunity for Winter!
Presenter: Marie Frohlich, Health Coach. Venue: Hunger Mountain Coop. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Description: Learn how to make an Immune building soup ("Immunestrone") with warming herbs and spices. Receive herbal, food and energy medicine tips and tools for keeping flu and cold free.
Our Community Room is handicap accessible. Please pre-register. Contact: Krystal or Robyn. Email for more info: info@hungermountain.com. Number for more info: 802-223-8004 ext 202. Cost: $10 Member-Owners/$12 Non-Members. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Learn how to make an Immune building soup. Receive herbal, food and energy medicine tips and tools for keeping flu and cold free.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Hunger Mountain Coop Community Room.
Freeride Montpelier Community Bike Shop Nights
Venue: Freeride Montpelier Bike Shop. Description: Want to fix your bike and need assistance? Need access to bike tools? Come by one of our Community Bike Shop Nights for help! Assistance and tool usage is by donation. Parts and bikes available for sale. Donations always accepted! We are a volunteer-run community bike shop. We are dedicated to promoting bicycling by providing affordable used bikes and community-wide access to the tools, skills and information necessary for bike maintenance and safe riding. Street Address: 89 Barre Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: By Donation. Contact: Matt Brittenham. Number for more info: 802-552-3521. Email for more info: freeridemp@riseup.net. Web Site: http://freeridemontpelier.org/.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
89 Barre Street, Montpelier, VT 05602.
Furniture, Paintings, Skis
Venue: Townsend Gallery at Black Cap Coffee. Description: Exhibit of two Maine artists Ian and Saskia Reinholt. Ian is a
furniture maker who focuses on creating contemporary heirloom
furniture that melds the natural beauty of wood with the elegance of
traditional techniques. Ian is also owner of Lucid Skis a small alpine
ski company that produces hand crafted custom skis. Saskia is an oil painter,
water colorist, & stained glass artist.
Saturday February 25th from 4-7 pm is the closing reception. Street Address: 144 Main Street. City or Town: Stowe. County: Lamoille. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: free. Number for more info: 802-279-4239. Email for more info: natasha.bogar@gmail.com. Web Site: www.blackcapcoffee.com.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 6:00 PM.
Townsend Gallery at Black Cap Coffee.
Community Bike Shop Nights
Submitted
Venue: Freeride Montpelier. Description: Need to fix your bike? Winterize it? Need access to bike tools or need assistance? Come by a shop night for help. Freeride Montpelier is a volunteer-run community bike shop in Montpelier, VT. All profits are reinvested in the mission. We are dedicated to promoting bicycling by providing affordable used bikes and community-wide access to the tools, skills and information necessary for bike maintenance and safe riding. Shop tool access and assistance by donation. Parts and bikes available for sale. Street Address: 89 Barre Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: By Donation. Contact: Matt Brittenham. Number for more info: 802-552-3521. Email for more info: freeridemp@riseup.net.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Freeride Montpelier, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier.
For more info visit freeridemontpelier.org. Community Weight Loss Challenge!!!
Submitted
Description: Come out and join our community weight loss challenge. Fun and Magical! You will receive your own personal coach, great info, a chance at weekly prizes and a chance to win CASH for the top 3 biggest losers at the end of the challenge. 8-12 weeks long depending on attendance. City or Town: Barre. County: Orange. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: one time $35 to register ($25 goes back into the winners pot). Contact: Renee. Number for more info: 802-922-5840. Email for more info: herbaliferparent@gmail.com.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
To be announced.
Line Dancing
Submitted
Venue: Canadian Club. Description: beginners welcome. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: $7.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 6:15 PM.
Canadian Club.
Wits End Support Group
Event Title: Wits End family support group. Description: Are you at your wits end dealing with a loved ones addiction problem? Free, open and confidential networking with others like you to share what works and what doesn't. Certified counselor present. Venue: Grace Congregational Church meeting rooms. Street Address: West St. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Contact: Pat or Kathy Martin. Number for more info: 775-6608. Email for more info: collcartoy@aol.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Dealing with a loved ones addiction problem, free, confidential networking, certified counselor present.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Grace Congregational Church meeting rooms; downstairs in annex, use West St. parking lot entrance.
Bridgewater Humanities Presents: Card Making Workshop
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Venue: Bridgewater Historical Society Building. Description: Join us to create unique hand-made greeting cards to take home. Materials and demonstrations provided. Refreshments served. All Welcome. Bridgewater Humanities is sponsored by Hand In Hand Community Service and Bridgewater Historical Society. Street Address: 12 N. Bridgewater Rd. City or Town: Bridgewater. County: Windsor. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Donations accepted. Contact: Lauren Jane Wilder. Number for more info: (802)299-1777. Email for more info: lwldr1@aol.com.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
12 North Bridgewater Road
Bridgewater, Vermont.
Energy Committee
Submitted
City or Town: Wallingford. County: Rutland. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Meeting.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 6:30 PM.
75 School Street.
Pittsford School Board mtg.
Submitted
Description: Regular Meeting. Venue: Lothrop School. City or Town: Pittsford. County: Rutland. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Pittsford's School Board will be meeting Tuesday, 2/7/2012 at 6:30 pm at Lothrop School.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 6:30 PM.
Lothrop School.
Author Talk: Michael Hastings
Venue: Bear Pond Books. Description: In June 2010, award-winning journalist Michael Hastings published an article in Rolling Stone that made headlines around the world and resulted in the firing of the U.S. commander in charge of the war in Afghanistan. THE OPERATORS tells for the first time the full, gripping story of General Stanley McChrystal’s spectacular rise and fall. An explosive, uncensored narrative that expands on one of the most influential and controversial pieces of journalism of the past decade. Street Address: 77 Main Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Cost: free. Number for more info: (802) 229-0774. Web Site: www.bearpondbooks.com.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 7:00 PM.
Compassionate Friends
Description: Compassionate Friends offer friendship and support to bereaved parents and families who have lost a child. Venue: Grace Congregational Church. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Number for more info: 802-446-2278.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Full Moon Dinner and Snowshoe
Description: Join our Naturalist guides for a special evening as we explore the beauty and nature of the mountain under the full moon light! Enjoy a hearty dinner at General Stark's Pub with Lawson's Finest brews on tap (cash bar) then venture out for an easy to moderate one hour snowshoe trek. All ages welcome. Dinner starts at 7pm, snowshoe starts at 8pm. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED BY 4 PM THE DAY OF THE EVENT. CALL (802) 496-3551 EXT. 117. Venue: Mad River Glen Ski Area. Street Address: 62 Resort Road. City or Town: Waitsfield. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $30 per person. Full Moon Snowshoe only - $15 pp. Contact: Sean Lawson. Number for more info: 802-496-3551 x117. Email for more info: sean@madriverglen.com. Web Site: www.madriverglen.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Join us as we explore the nature of the mountain by the full moon! Enjoy dinner at General Stark's Pub, then head out for an hour snowshoe trek.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 7:00 PM.
Mad River Glen Ski Area.
A Trilogy of Poets and their Experience: Workshop Series
Submitted
Venue: Trinity Church. Description: Welcome to a workshop that focuses on the poetry of Theodore Roethke, Patti Ann Rogers and Elizabeth Bishop. The central themes that will be connecting these works are the positive and negative struggles of the poets’ own humanity and how nature is reflective of these. The workshop series will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church at 7:00pm each Tuesday beginning January 24 and ending February 21. Street Address: 85 West Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: Adults. Cost: free. Contact: Wendy Grace. Number for more info: 802-775-4368. Email for more info: trinity2@sover.net.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Trinity Church
85 West St.
Rutland, VT 05701.
Annie's Reading Group to Meet in February
Submitted
Description: Annie's Book Stop's Reading Group will meet on February 7th and 13th to discuss February's book the Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls. Presenter: Lisa McCarthy. Cost: None. Venue: Annie's Book Stop. Street Address: 170 South Main Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Contact: m. pryor. Number for more info: 802 775 6993. Email for more info: anniesbookstopvt@gmail.com.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 7:00 PM.
Annie's Book Stop
170 South Main Street
Rutland VT.
Castleton welcomes, “Warriors Don’t Cry”
Submitted
Description: This one-woman play is based on the searing civil rights memoir, “Warriors Don’t Cry” by Dr. Melba Pattillo Beals. Beals, one of the Little Rock Nine, integrated Arkansas’ Central High School in 1957. Along side eight fellow student-warriors, they captured the world’s attention as they endured untold hatred and violence in pursuit of an education equal to that of their white counterparts. City or Town: Castleton. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for Seniors. For more information or to reserve tickets please call the Fine Arts Center Box Office at (802) 468-1119.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 7:00 PM.
Casella Theater.
Middlesex Historical Society Annual Meeting
Submitted
Description: Annual election of officers, event planning for 2012, sharing of old Middlesex photos and memorabilia. Street Address: 10 Heaton Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free and open to the public. Contact: Patty Wiley. Number for more info: 802-272-8074. Email for more info: pwiley3@gmail.com.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 7:00 PM.
Heaton Woods Assisted Living, Montpelier.
Transition PechaKucha #3: Ideas for a World Without Oil
Submitted
Venue: Savoy Theater. Description: Join Transition Town Montpelier and Yestermorrow for a rousing evening of PechaKucha. PechaKucha is a presentation format based on a simple idea: 20 images x 20 seconds each. Come hear a variety of movers and shakers who are thinking about Transition present their projects, design work, inspiration and dreams for the future. Topics include community building, Permaculture, herbal medicine, renewable energy, natural building, green transportation. Street Address: 26 Main St. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: By Donation. Contact: Kate Stephenson. Number for more info: 802-496-5545. Email for more info: kate@yestermorrow.org. Web Site: www.yestermorrow.org.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Montpelier, VT.
For more info visit www.yestermorrow.org. Broomball
Submitted
Venue: Giorgetti Arena. Description: Think hockey but with sneakers and a broom. Brooms provided by Rec. Dept. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Number for more info: 802-775-7976.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 8:45 PM – 9:45 PM.
Auditions: "The Next Generation"
Venue: Chandler Music Hall. Street Address: 71-73 Main St. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Genre: classical. Description: Auditions for "The Next Generation" an annual performance featuring high school musicians who have seriously studied classical instrumental or vocal music. Audition date: March 28, sign-up by March 25. Web Site: www.chandler-arts.org. Number for more info: 802-431-0204. Email for more info: outreach@chandler-arts.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Auditions for Chandler's "The Next Generation" featuring high school students who have seriously studied classical instrumental and vocal music.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012.
Chandler Music Hall
71-73 Main St.
Randolph, Vt.
Auditions: Chandler's Annual Mud Season Variety Show
Description: Seeking musicians, vocalists, jugglers, story-tellers and more! Auditions for Chandler's Annual Mud Season Variety Show will be held on March 6 & 7. Sign up for a time by March 4. Ages 7 and up are welcome to audition. Venue: Chandler Music Hall. Street Address: 71-73 Main St. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Number for more info: 802-431-0204. Email for more info: outreach@chandler-arts.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Auditions for Chandler's Annual Mud Season Variety Show will be held on March 6 & 7. Sign up for a time by March 4.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012.
Chandler Music Hall
71-73 Main St.
Randolph, VT.
Audtions for Peter Pan: Chandler Youth Production
Description: Auditions announced for Chandler's summer youth theater production of Peter Pan for ages 7 - 18. Auditions: Sunday, March 4, sign-up by February 29. Preparation necessary. Venue: Chandler Music Hall. Street Address: 71-73 Main St. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Directed By: Charlie McMeekin. Number for more info: 802-431-0204. Email for more info: outreach@chandler-arts.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Auditions March 4 : Chandler's summer youth theater production of Peter Pan for ages 7 - 18. Pre-register by Feb. 29. Preparation necessary.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012.
Chandler Music Hall
71-73 Main St.
Randolph, Vt.
Temporary Sculpture Park
Description: View stone sculptures created by local artists during daylight hours in a temporary outdoors gallery next to SPA. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): View stone sculptures created by local artists during daylight hours in a temporary outdoors gallery next to SPA.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Vacant lot adjacent to Studio Place Arts.
Young Scientist Program at the Montshire Museum of Science
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Venue: Montshire Museum of Science. Description: A weekly program designed to ignite and foster young children’s curiosity about the physical and natural world.
This program for preschoolers and kindergartners integrates hands-on experiments, fun projects, and individual explorations in the physical and natural science sciences. Introduce young learners to the tools and processes of science in an age appropriate manner. Morning (9:30–11:30 a.m.) and afternoon (1–3 p.m.) sessions. Street Address: One Montshire Road. City or Town: Norwich. County: Windsor. Age Range: Children. Cost: Pre-registration required. Montshire members $165, non-members $180. Contact: Montshire Museum of Science. Number for more info: 802-649-2200. Email for more info: montshire@montshire.org. Web Site: www.montshire.org.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
Montshire Museum of Science
One Montshire Road
Norwich, VT 05055.
For more info visit www.formstack.com. Baby-Toddler Lap Time
Venue: Waterbury Public Library. Description: baby toddler lap time. City or Town: Waterbury. County: Washington. Age Range: Children. Number for more info: 244-7036.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Waterbury Public Library.
Playgroup
Venue: Jaquith Public Library. Description: Playgroup for children ages birth to 6 and their caregivers. Closed when school is not in session. City or Town: Marshfield. County: Washington. Age Range: Children. Cost: Free. Contact: Jill Murphy. Number for more info: 802-262-3292.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Jaquith Public Library.
Vermonters in Italy
Description: works by Jeneane Lunn and Jim Lund. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Vermonters in Italy-Works by Jeneane Lunn and Jim Lund.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Studio Place Arts
Second Floor Gallery.
Weathering it Out
Description: rain or shine, snow or sleet, this group, multi-media exhibit explores how we are weathering dynamic weather patterns. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Rain or shine, snow or sleet, this group, multi-media exhibit explores how we are weathering dynamic weather patterns.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Studio Place Arts
Main Floor Gallery.
What Lies Below-Multimedia works by Maggie Neale
Description: What Lies Below-Multimedia works by Maggie Neale. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): What Lies Below-Multimedia works by Maggie Neale.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Studio Place Arts
Third Floor Gallery.
A Graceful Rise: Women in Fly Fishing Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
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Venue: American Museum of Fly Fishing. Description: This groundbreaking exhibition honors the key roles women have played in fly-fishing history and how they continue to inspire female anglers today. It is the first large-scale exhibition of its kind and features such pioneers as the First Lady of Fly Fishing, Joan Salvato Wulff, world record holder Diana Rudolph, Fanny Krieger, founder of the IWFF , noted guide and instructor Lori-Ann Murphy; and many others. Street Address: 4104 Main Street. City or Town: Manchester. County: Bennington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $. Contact: Kim Murphy. Number for more info: 802-362-3300. Email for more info: kmurphy@amff.com.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
American Museum of Fly Fishing
4104 Main Street
Manchester, VT 05255.
Free WINTER School Field Trips, VINS in Quechee, VT
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Venue: VINS Nature Center. Description: School Groups of 20 to 50/day with advanced reservations during the months of Jan. Feb. and Mar. visit includes a live bird program in the VINS Classroom plus full access to exhibits and trails. Call for full details and to book a date. Funding provided by the Kettering Foundation. Limited funding is also available to help with mileage fees for outreach to schools and community group locations. Note: CAMP REGISTRATION AND VINS MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT DETAILS on our website, enrollment is open. Street Address: 6565 Woodstock Rd. City or Town: Quechee. County: Windsor. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: FREE Sponsorships. Contact: Linda Conrad. Number for more info: 802-359-5001 ext 221. Email for more info: info@vinsweb.org. Web Site: www.vinsweb.org.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
VINS Nature Center in Quechee, VT.
Locked In Time: Aldo Merusi Photography Exhibit
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Venue: Chaffee Art Center. Description: Locked in Time is back again. This exhibit will feature new Aldo Merusi photographs selected by Dr. Richard Brown. Merusi was the chief photographer at the Rutland Herald from 1937-1974, and generated 30,000 photographic negatives. Photos will be for sale. Street Address: 16 South Main Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free. Number for more info: 802-775-0356. Email for more info: info@chaffeeartcenter.org. Web Site: www.chaffeeartcenter.org.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Chaffee Art Center
16 South Main Street.
Merry Music and Tall Tales
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Venue: Trinity Episcopal Church. Street Address: 85 West Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Genre: acoustic. Description: Song, story and dance for toddlers and children by Elise Cassarino and Gus Bloch. Cost: Free Will Offering. Contact: Gus Bloch. Number for more info: 802 775 0788. Email for more info: gusbloch@yahoo.com.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Trinity Episcopal Church.
Preschool Discovery Programs
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Venue: NBNC. Description: All programs run from 10 am to 11:30 am and family members may remain on site for as long as they like. Each Wednesday program is repeated the next day. Ages 3-5. $5 per child.
November 30 & December 1st - "Birds Here, Birds There" December 14 & 15 - "Winter Greens" - January 4 & 5 - "Stunning Snowflakes" - January 18 & 19 - "Follow That Track" - February 1 & 2 - "Warm Woodchucks" - February 15 & 16 - "Camouflaged Critters" -. Street Address: 713 Elm Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: Children. Cost: $5 per child. Contact: Chip Darmstadt. Number for more info: 802-229-6206. Email for more info: chip@northbranchnaturecenter.org. Web Site: www.northbranchnaturecenter.org.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
North Branch Nature Center.
Wiggles and Giggles
Venue: Springfield Town Library. Description: Story Time for children under age 3. Street Address: 43 Main Street. City or Town: Springfield. County: Windsor. Age Range: Children. Cost: free. Contact: Cheryl. Number for more info: 802-885-3108. Email for more info: ctc@tds.net.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 10:30 AM – 10:50 AM.
Springfield Town Library.
T'ai Chi for Health w/ Ellie Hayes
Venue: Barre Area Senior Center. Street Address: 135 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Description: Calm the mind, ease breathing, release physical stress and improve balance. Age Range: Seniors. Cost: $2 Donation. Contact: Ellie Hayes. Email for more info: ehayes@cvcoa.org. Number for more info: 802-479-4248. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Calm the mind, ease breathing, release physical stress and improve balance.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM.
Barre.
T'ai Chi for Health w/ Ellie Hayes
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Venue: Barre Area Senior Center. Street Address: 135 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Description: Simple movements coordinated with the breath, supported by good posture, both restful and re-energizing. Age Range: Seniors. Cost: Donation. Contact: Ellie Hayes. Email for more info: ehayes@cvcoa.org. Number for more info: 479-4248. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Simple movements coordinated with the breath, supported by good posture, both restful and re-energizing.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 10:45 AM – 11:30 AM.
Barre Senior Center
135 N. Main St.
Barre, VT.
Healthy Aging Exercise Program
Venue: Twin Valley Senior Center. Street Address: Old Schoolhouse Common. City or Town: Marshfield. County: Washington. Description: Gentle exercise program for stretching, balance, and strength. Free door to door transportation from local towns.. Age Range: Seniors. Cost: FREE. Number for more info: 426-3447.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Twin Valley Senior Center
Old Schoolhouse Common
Marshfield, VT.
Photography lessons
Description: photography lessons. Venue: Orange East Senior Center. City or Town: Bradford. County: Orange. Number for more info: 222-4782.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Orange East Senior Center.
Machine as Medium Exhibit by Zachary Parks
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Venue: Drury Gallery. Description: Marlboro senior Zach Parks presents a show of kinetic sculpture and drawing revolving around the theme of using mechanics as an artistic medium, where both artistic and technical methods constitute the process of making. Each sculptural piece is a functional machine, generally made from metal wire and other mixed media, and the drawings combine the use of nib pens and drafting tools. Street Address: Marlboro College. City or Town: Marlboro. County: Windham. Cost: No Charge. Contact: Public Relations Office. Number for more info: 802-251-7644. Email for more info: pr@marlboro.edu. Web Site: http://www.marlboro.edu/news/events/.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Drury Gallery.
Stick & Puck
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Venue: Giorgetti Arena. Description: Ice time for hockey players of all levels. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Number for more info: 802-775-7976.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
I Love Hearts!
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Description: Kids ages 5 and up can be creative with hearts. Street Address: 43 Main Street. City or Town: Springfield. County: Windsor. Age Range: Children. Cost: free. Contact: Cheryl. Number for more info: 802-885-3108.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 3:45 PM – 4:30 PM.
Springfield Town Library.
Cancer Support Group
Event Title: Cancer Support Group. Description: Talking together. Venue: Bethany Church. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Contact: Betty Blouin. Number for more info: 223-7342.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Bethany Church.
Cacao, Coffee & Sugar Cane: 3 Sacred Plants of the Global South
Presenter: Sandra Lory of Mandala Botanicals. Venue: Hunger Mountain Coop. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Description: In this multi-sensory presentation we will discuss the history, farming and processing of these special plants that are loved worldwide along with their healing qualities and plant spirit medicine. Our Community Room is handicap accessible. Please pre-register. Contact: Krystal or Robyn. Email for more info: info@hungermountain.com. Number for more info: 802-223-8004 ext 202. Cost: $6 Member-Owners/$8 Non-Members. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): In this multi-sensory presentation we will discuss the history, farming and processing of these special plants that are loved worldwide.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Hunger Mountain Coop Community Room.
Game Night
Venue: Big Picture Theater. Description: Pictionary, Twister, etc. Street Address: Off Route 100. City or Town: Waitsfield. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: free with $2 pizza slice. Number for more info: 496-8994.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Big Picture Theater.
Taking Off Pounds Sensibly
Venue: Hedding Methodist Church. Description: T.O.P.S. #123. Street Address: corner of Washington and Church streets. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Contact: David Davis. Number for more info: 371-8929.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Invisible Odysseys
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Description: An exhibit of autobiographical dioramas in which the artists tell the story of their journeys from Mexico to Vermont and their lives as undocumented farm workers in a foreign community. The exhibit will include text in Spanish and English, and will be accompanied by an exhibit catalog. Rather than being filtered through one of the many lenses that often frame immigrants, these dioramas--and companion statements--express the unmediated voices of Mexican workers on Vermont's dairy farms. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): An exhibit of autobiographical dioramas in which the artists tell the story of their journeys from Mexico to Vermont. Venue: Vision and Voice Documentary Gallery. Street Address: 88 Main Street. City or Town: Middlebury. County: Addison. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $5 suggested donation. Contact: Bob Hooker. Number for more info: 802-388-4964. Email for more info: bhooker@vermontfolklifecenter.org.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 5:00 PM.
Vermont Folklife Center.
Bereaved Parent Support Group
Event Title: Bereaved Parent Support Group. Description: Informal gathering of parents who have lost children. Venue: Central VT Home Health and Hospice. Street Address: 600 Granger Road. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Contact: Jeneane Lunn. Number for more info: 802 793 2376. Email for more info: jeneane.lunn@gmail.com.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Central VT Home Health and Hospice
600 Granger RD
Barre VT.
Buddhist Meditation
Venue: Shambhala Center. Street Address: 64 Main St. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Description: instructions available, program and discussions follow meditation, no charge but donations are welcome. Cost: Donation. Number for more info: 223-5137. Web Site: http://shambhala.org/center/montpelier.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Shambhala Center.
Furniture, Paintings, Skis
Venue: Townsend Gallery at Black Cap Coffee. Description: Exhibit of two Maine artists Ian and Saskia Reinholt. Ian is a
furniture maker who focuses on creating contemporary heirloom
furniture that melds the natural beauty of wood with the elegance of
traditional techniques. Ian is also owner of Lucid Skis a small alpine
ski company that produces hand crafted custom skis. Saskia is an oil painter,
water colorist, & stained glass artist.
Saturday February 25th from 4-7 pm is the closing reception. Street Address: 144 Main Street. City or Town: Stowe. County: Lamoille. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: free. Number for more info: 802-279-4239. Email for more info: natasha.bogar@gmail.com. Web Site: www.blackcapcoffee.com.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 6:00 PM.
Townsend Gallery at Black Cap Coffee.
Wit's End Group
Description: Offering support to family members with loved ones suffering with addiction. Venue: Turning Point Center. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Number for more info: 479-7373.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Turning Point Center.
Prudential Committee
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Meeting Location: 120 Depot Street. City or Town: Wallingford. County: Rutland. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Meeting.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 6:00 PM.
Wallingford.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Event Title: Alcoholics Anonymous. Description: beginners' meeting. Venue: Christ Church. Street Address: 64 State St. (back door). City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Number for more info: 229-5100. Web Site: http://www.aavt.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): beginners' meeting.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM.
Christ Church.
Farms & Gardens Reading and Discussion Series: A Country Year
Description: Join scholar Linda Bland for a discussion of A Country Year by Sue Hubbell. Vermonters know well the rich metaphors inherent in farming and gardening. This book-and-discussion series digs deep to explore the philosophical roots, family dynamics, and personal enrichment associated with tending and growing. Books are on loan at the Library. (A VT Humanities Council program.). Presenter: Linda Bland. Cost: Free. Venue: Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Street Address: 135 Main St. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Contact: Caroline Simpson. Number for more info: 8022233338. Email for more info: csimpson@kellogghubbard.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Join scholar Linda Bland for a discussion of A Country Year by Sue Hubbell. Copies available at library.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 6:30 PM.
Line Dancing
Venue: Chandler Music Hall. Description: Beginner-friendly and intermediate level dance instruction/social dancing, Step 'n' Time Line Dancers of Central Vermont. Street Address: 71-73 Main Street. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Suggested donation $7 per person, $10 per family. Number for more info: 802.728.5722. Email for more info: jamnsam@myfairpoint.net.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Upper Gallery.
Leicester School Board mtg.
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Description: Regular Meeting. Venue: Leicester School. City or Town: Leicester. County: Addison. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Leicester's School Board will meet Wed. 2/8/2012 at 6:30 pm at Leicester School.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 6:30 PM.
Leicester School.
Opening Reception of "Art and Breath: The Life Work of Hideichi Oshiro"
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Description: Hide Oshiro, a 101-year-old Japanese artist, recently donated his life’s work to Goddard College, fulfilling his lifelong dream that his work be housed in an educational institution so that future generations of students could learn from it. This exhibition at Goddard College will be the most comprehensive treatment of the artist’s work ever presented. Venue: Pratt Library Art Gallery, Goddard College. Street Address: 123 Pitkin Road. City or Town: Plainfield. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Dustin Byerly. Number for more info: 802-322-1601. Email for more info: dustin.byerly@goddard.edu. Web Site: http://www.goddard.edu/hide_oshiro. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Hide Oshiro, a 101-year-old Japanese artist, recently donated his life’s work to Goddard College.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Goddard College, Plainfield, VT.
For more info visit www.goddard.edu. Opening Reception of "Art and Breath: The Life Work of Hideichi Oshiro"
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Description: Hide Oshiro, a 101-year-old Japanese artist, recently donated his life’s work to Goddard. Oshiro learned the art of etching, Japanese “ukiyoe” woodcuts, gold carving, sculpture and brushwork at Ayoama Gakuin Senior High School and Sophia University in Japan.
This exhibition at Goddard College will be the most comprehensive treatment of the artist’s work ever presented. Refreshments will be provided. Venue: Pratt Library Art Gallery, Goddard College. Street Address: 123 Pitkin Road. City or Town: Plainfield. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Dustin Byerly. Number for more info: 802-322-1601. Web Site: http://www.goddard.edu/hide_oshiro. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Hide Oshiro, a 101-year-old Japanese artist, recently donated his life’s work to Goddard.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Pratt Library Art Gallery, Goddard College.
For more info visit www.goddard.edu. Vince Feeney & VHC presents: "Mad Matt the Democrat"
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Venue: Cutler Memorial Library. Description: UVM historian Vince Feeney offers this compelling portrait of indentured servant, Green Mountain Boy, son-in-law to Thomas Chittenden, land speculator, and entrepreneur Matthew Lyon, one of the most colorful characters in Vermont’s early years. Perhaps best remembered for his imprisonment under the Alien and Sedition Acts and his subsequent re-election to Congress while in jail, his life not only exemplified the promise of our new
nation, but also reflected the political tensions of the times. Street Address: 151 High Street (Route 2). City or Town: Plainfield. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: free. Contact: Loona Brogan. Number for more info: 802-454-8504. Email for more info: cutler.library@yahoo.com. Web Site: www.cutlerlibrary.org.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Cutler Memorial Library, Route 2 in Plainfield.
Cribbage
Venue: Orange East Senior Center. Description: Cribbage. City or Town: Bradford. County: Orange. Number for more info: 222-4782.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 7:00 PM.
Orange East Senior Center.
Help West Rutland Compete for $10,000!
Venue: West Rutland Town Hall Auditorium. Description: Come learn how you can help West Rutland compete for $10,000!
You'll also find out how The H.E.A.T. Squad is helping your friends and neighbors save money on their home heating bills and making their homes safer and more comfortable! Street Address: 35 Marble St. City or Town: West Rutland. County: Rutland. Cost: Free! Contact: Rich Dow. Number for more info: 438-2303 ext. 224. Email for more info: rdow@nwwvt.org. Web Site: http://heatsquad.org/.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
West Rutland Town Hall Auditorium.
For more info visit heatsquad.org. Poetry Reading with Local Authors
Description: Poetry Reading with Sherry Olson,Carol Henrikson, and Sarah Hooker. These three talented poets will surely provoke deep thoughts and stimulating discussion. Presenter: Sherry Olson, Carol Henrikson and Sarah Hooker. Cost: Free. Venue: Jaquith Public Library. Street Address: Old Schoolhouse Common 122 School St. City or Town: Marshfield. County: Washington. Web Site: www.marshfield.lib.vt.us. Contact: Susan Green. Number for more info: 802-426-3581. Email for more info: jaquithpubliclibrary@gmail.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Poets Sherry Olson, Carol Henrikson, and Sarah Hooker will surely provoke deep thoughts and stimulating discussion.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM.
Jaquith Public Library
Marshfield, VT.
Community Cinema: More than a Month
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Movie Title: More than a Month. Description: More than a Month explores the complexity of Black History Month in a “post-racial” America. Venue: Rutland Free Library. Street Address: 10 Court St. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): More than a Month explores the complexity of Black History Month in a “post-racial” America.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Rutland Free Library.
Farmers' Night at the Vermont State House
Venue: Vermont State House. Description: Celebrating the 150th anniversary of the signing of the Morrill Land-Grant Act, the Vermont Historical Society partners with the Justin Morrill Homestead for an evening with Senator Morrill and friends. Music of the era will be featured. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free. Contact: Tess Taylor. Number for more info: 802-479-8505. Email for more info: tess.taylor@state.vt.us. Web Site: www.vermonthistory.org.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Vermont State House
Montpelier, VT.
Farmers' Night at the Vermont State House
Venue: Vermont State House. Description: Celebrating the 150th anniversary of the signing of the Morrill Land-Grant Act, the Vermont Historical Society partners with the Justin Morrill Homestead for an evening with Senator Morrill and friends. Music of the era will be featured. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free. Contact: Tess Taylor. Number for more info: 802-479-8505. Email for more info: tess.taylor@state.vt.us. Web Site: www.vermonthistory.org.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Vermont State House.
2012 Farmers Night Concert Series
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Description: An Evening with Justin Morrill. Vermonnt Historical Society & Justin Morrill Homestead in Strafford celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Morrill Land Grant College in story and music. Street Address: State House on State Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free. Contact: David Schurtz. Number for more info: 802-228-5657.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Vermont State House.
open mic
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Venue: ct street Alley. Description: Musicians Wanted! Rutland's longest running Open Mic Night, sing a song,play music,read poetry or tell jokes.9 pm start. Everyone welcome! ctr street alley rutland. Street Address: centre street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: Adults. Cost: free.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 9:00 PM – Thursday, February 9, 2012, 1:00 AM.
ctr st Alley rutland.
Open Mic
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Venue: Center Street Alley. Street Address: Center Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Genre: acoustic, blues, bluegrass, classical, country, dance, electronic, funk, fusion, folk, gospel, hip-hop, jazz, punk, other, rock, R&B, reggae, spiritual, world. Description: Musicians Wanted! Rutland's longest running open mic night hosted by local legend Steve Audsley. Web Site: www.georgesbackpocket.com. Cost: free. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Musicians Wanted! Rutland's longest running Open Mic Night, hosted by local legend, Steve Audsley. 9 pm start. Everyone welcome!
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 9:00 PM – Thursday, February 9, 2012, 12:00 AM.
Center Street Alley, Rutland, VT.
Auditions: "The Next Generation"
Venue: Chandler Music Hall. Street Address: 71-73 Main St. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Genre: classical. Description: Auditions for "The Next Generation" an annual performance featuring high school musicians who have seriously studied classical instrumental or vocal music. Audition date: March 28, sign-up by March 25. Web Site: www.chandler-arts.org. Number for more info: 802-431-0204. Email for more info: outreach@chandler-arts.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Auditions for Chandler's "The Next Generation" featuring high school students who have seriously studied classical instrumental and vocal music.
Thursday, February 9, 2012.
Chandler Music Hall
71-73 Main St.
Randolph, Vt.
Auditions: Chandler's Annual Mud Season Variety Show
Description: Seeking musicians, vocalists, jugglers, story-tellers and more! Auditions for Chandler's Annual Mud Season Variety Show will be held on March 6 & 7. Sign up for a time by March 4. Ages 7 and up are welcome to audition. Venue: Chandler Music Hall. Street Address: 71-73 Main St. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Number for more info: 802-431-0204. Email for more info: outreach@chandler-arts.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Auditions for Chandler's Annual Mud Season Variety Show will be held on March 6 & 7. Sign up for a time by March 4.
Thursday, February 9, 2012.
Chandler Music Hall
71-73 Main St.
Randolph, VT.
Audtions for Peter Pan: Chandler Youth Production
Description: Auditions announced for Chandler's summer youth theater production of Peter Pan for ages 7 - 18. Auditions: Sunday, March 4, sign-up by February 29. Preparation necessary. Venue: Chandler Music Hall. Street Address: 71-73 Main St. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Directed By: Charlie McMeekin. Number for more info: 802-431-0204. Email for more info: outreach@chandler-arts.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Auditions March 4 : Chandler's summer youth theater production of Peter Pan for ages 7 - 18. Pre-register by Feb. 29. Preparation necessary.
Thursday, February 9, 2012.
Chandler Music Hall
71-73 Main St.
Randolph, Vt.
Mitchell Therapy Open Swim Schedule
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Venue: Mitchell Therapy Pool. Street Address: 88 Park Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: Winter/Spring General Swim Hours. Age Range: All Ages. Number for more info: 802-773-7187. Web Site: www.vacvt.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Winter/Spring general swim hours for the Mitchell Therapy Pool at VAC on 88 Park Street, Rutland. For more information call 802-773-7187.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:30 AM.
Mitchell Therapy Pool at VAC
88 Park Street
Rutland.
Temporary Sculpture Park
Description: View stone sculptures created by local artists during daylight hours in a temporary outdoors gallery next to SPA. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): View stone sculptures created by local artists during daylight hours in a temporary outdoors gallery next to SPA.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Vacant lot adjacent to Studio Place Arts.
2012 Vermont Nonprofit Legislative Day
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Venue: State House, Montpelier. Description: This year marks the 3rd Annual Vermont Nonprofit Day, a unique opportunity for nonprofit organizations, activists and community leaders from across the state from different sectors to unify and raise awareness of the crucial role nonprofits play in supporting communities, supporting the work of the legislature, and strengthening Vermont’s economy. Street Address: State Hosue. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $25.00. Contact: Nick Carter. Number for more info: 8028621645. Email for more info: coordinator@CommonGoodVT.org. Web Site: http://blog.commongoodvt.org/2011/12/training-vt-npolegday/.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
State House, Montpelier.
For more info visit blog.commongoodvt.org. Baby Play
Venue: St. Augustine's Church - lower level. Description: Playgroup for children birth to 3 and their caregivers. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: Children. Cost: Free. Contact: Jill Murphy. Number for more info: 802-262-3292.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
St. Augustine's Church - lower level.
Playgroup
Venue: St. Monica's Church - lower level. Description: Playgroup for children birth to 6 and their caregivers. Closed when school is not in session. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Age Range: Children. Cost: Free. Contact: Jill Murphy. Number for more info: 802-262-3292.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
St. Monica's Church - lower level.
Northfield Story Hour
Venue: Brown Public Library. Description: Stories, finger plays, felt board stories, music. Street Address: 93 South Main St. City or Town: Northfield. County: Washington. Age Range: Children. Number for more info: 485-4621.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Brown Public Library.
Story Hour at Rutland Free Library
Description: Story hours promote early literacy and socialization skills in a fun setting. Each session offers stories, songs, movement, and a fun craft. No registration is required. Suggested for ages 2 and older. Cost: free. Venue: Rutland Free Library. Street Address: 10 Court St. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Web Site: www.rutlandfree.org. Contact: June. Number for more info: 773-1860. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Story hours promote early literacy and socialization skills in a fun setting. Each session offers stories, songs, movement, and a fun craft.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Rutland Free Library
Fox Room.
Vermonters in Italy
Description: works by Jeneane Lunn and Jim Lund. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Vermonters in Italy-Works by Jeneane Lunn and Jim Lund.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Studio Place Arts
Second Floor Gallery.
Weathering it Out
Description: rain or shine, snow or sleet, this group, multi-media exhibit explores how we are weathering dynamic weather patterns. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Rain or shine, snow or sleet, this group, multi-media exhibit explores how we are weathering dynamic weather patterns.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Studio Place Arts
Main Floor Gallery.
What Lies Below-Multimedia works by Maggie Neale
Description: What Lies Below-Multimedia works by Maggie Neale. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): What Lies Below-Multimedia works by Maggie Neale.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Studio Place Arts
Third Floor Gallery.
A Graceful Rise: Women in Fly Fishing Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
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Venue: American Museum of Fly Fishing. Description: This groundbreaking exhibition honors the key roles women have played in fly-fishing history and how they continue to inspire female anglers today. It is the first large-scale exhibition of its kind and features such pioneers as the First Lady of Fly Fishing, Joan Salvato Wulff, world record holder Diana Rudolph, Fanny Krieger, founder of the IWFF , noted guide and instructor Lori-Ann Murphy; and many others. Street Address: 4104 Main Street. City or Town: Manchester. County: Bennington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $. Contact: Kim Murphy. Number for more info: 802-362-3300. Email for more info: kmurphy@amff.com.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
American Museum of Fly Fishing
4104 Main Street
Manchester, VT 05255.
Free WINTER School Field Trips, VINS in Quechee, VT
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Venue: VINS Nature Center. Description: School Groups of 20 to 50/day with advanced reservations during the months of Jan. Feb. and Mar. visit includes a live bird program in the VINS Classroom plus full access to exhibits and trails. Call for full details and to book a date. Funding provided by the Kettering Foundation. Limited funding is also available to help with mileage fees for outreach to schools and community group locations. Note: CAMP REGISTRATION AND VINS MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT DETAILS on our website, enrollment is open. Street Address: 6565 Woodstock Rd. City or Town: Quechee. County: Windsor. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: FREE Sponsorships. Contact: Linda Conrad. Number for more info: 802-359-5001 ext 221. Email for more info: info@vinsweb.org. Web Site: www.vinsweb.org.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
VINS Nature Center in Quechee, VT.
Locked In Time: Aldo Merusi Photography Exhibit
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Venue: Chaffee Art Center. Description: Locked in Time is back again. This exhibit will feature new Aldo Merusi photographs selected by Dr. Richard Brown. Merusi was the chief photographer at the Rutland Herald from 1937-1974, and generated 30,000 photographic negatives. Photos will be for sale. Street Address: 16 South Main Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free. Number for more info: 802-775-0356. Email for more info: info@chaffeeartcenter.org. Web Site: www.chaffeeartcenter.org.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Chaffee Art Center
16 South Main Street.
Preschool Discovery Programs
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Venue: NBNC. Description: All programs run from 10 am to 11:30 am and family members may remain on site for as long as they like. Each Wednesday program is repeated the next day. Ages 3-5. $5 per child.
November 30 & December 1st - "Birds Here, Birds There" December 14 & 15 - "Winter Greens" - January 4 & 5 - "Stunning Snowflakes" - January 18 & 19 - "Follow That Track" - February 1 & 2 - "Warm Woodchucks" - February 15 & 16 - "Camouflaged Critters" -. Street Address: 713 Elm Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: Children. Cost: $5 per child. Contact: Chip Darmstadt. Number for more info: 802-229-6206. Email for more info: chip@northbranchnaturecenter.org. Web Site: www.northbranchnaturecenter.org.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
North Branch Nature Center.
Lunch Time Public Skate
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Venue: Giorgetti Arena. Description: Take a break and come skate with us! City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Number for more info: 802-775-7976.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Bring A Guest To Lunch
Venue: Orange East Senior Center. Description: Get out of the kitchen, avoid crowded restaurants and give your guests a little local color as you enjoy a homemade meal, good conversation and a few laughs. City or Town: Bradford. County: Orange. Number for more info: 222-4782.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Orange East Senior Center.
Learning to knit
Description: learn to knit with Marianne, after lunch. Venue: Orange East Senior Center. City or Town: Bradford. County: Orange. Number for more info: 222-4782.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Orange East Senior Center.
Machine as Medium Exhibit by Zachary Parks
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Venue: Drury Gallery. Description: Marlboro senior Zach Parks presents a show of kinetic sculpture and drawing revolving around the theme of using mechanics as an artistic medium, where both artistic and technical methods constitute the process of making. Each sculptural piece is a functional machine, generally made from metal wire and other mixed media, and the drawings combine the use of nib pens and drafting tools. Street Address: Marlboro College. City or Town: Marlboro. County: Windham. Cost: No Charge. Contact: Public Relations Office. Number for more info: 802-251-7644. Email for more info: pr@marlboro.edu. Web Site: http://www.marlboro.edu/news/events/.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Drury Gallery.
Freestyle Skate
Submitted
Venue: Giorgetti Arena. Description: Ice time for figure skaters. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Number for more info: 802-775-7976.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Figure Drawing Open Studio
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Description: Figure drawing open studio with live model. All media and levels welcome. Walk ins welcome, no formal instruction. Venue: Chaffee Art Center. Street Address: 16 South Main Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Cost: $5 Chaffee Members/$10 Non-Members. Number for more info: 802-775-0356. Email for more info: info@chaffeeartcenter.org. Web Site: www.chaffeeartcenter.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Figure drawing open studio with live model. All media and levels welcome. Walk ins welcome, no formal instruction.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Chaffee Art Center
16 South Main Street
Rutland, VT 05701.
Hand In Hand Community Meal
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Venue: North Unitarian Chapel Society - Social Hall. Description: Five course themed meal served every Thursday from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. All are welcome. Donations accepted. Street Address: 7 Church St. City or Town: Woodstock. County: Windsor. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Donations accepted. Contact: Lauren Jane Wilder. Number for more info: (802)299-1777. Email for more info: lwldr1@aol.com.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Social Hall (Basement) at U.U. Church.
Invisible Odysseys
Submitted
Description: An exhibit of autobiographical dioramas in which the artists tell the story of their journeys from Mexico to Vermont and their lives as undocumented farm workers in a foreign community. The exhibit will include text in Spanish and English, and will be accompanied by an exhibit catalog. Rather than being filtered through one of the many lenses that often frame immigrants, these dioramas--and companion statements--express the unmediated voices of Mexican workers on Vermont's dairy farms. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): An exhibit of autobiographical dioramas in which the artists tell the story of their journeys from Mexico to Vermont. Venue: Vision and Voice Documentary Gallery. Street Address: 88 Main Street. City or Town: Middlebury. County: Addison. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $5 suggested donation. Contact: Bob Hooker. Number for more info: 802-388-4964. Email for more info: bhooker@vermontfolklifecenter.org.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 5:00 PM.
Vermont Folklife Center.
The Temple Within; Accessing Peace, Healing and Empowerment Thru Shamanic Journey
Presenter: Fearn Lickfield and Ivan McBeth, of the Green Mountain Druid Order. Venue: Hunger Mountain Coop. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Description: Learn the cosmology of the three realms of existence, and how to journey between them. We will guide you thru a journey in which you will create, explore and receive the landscape of your soul and meet at least one spirit guide for wisdom and healing.
Our Community Room is handicap accessible. Please pre-register. Contact: Krystal or Robyn. Email for more info: info@hungermountain.com. Number for more info: 802-223-8004 ext 202. Cost: $7 Member-Owners/$10 Non-Members. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Learn the cosmology of the three realms of existence, and how to journey between them.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Hunger Mountain Coop Community Room.
Dads and Kids Playgroup
Venue: Early Childhood Building, Family Center of Washington County. Description: Playgroup for Dads and children birth to 6. Meals included. Closed when school is not in session. Street Address: 383 Sherwood Drive. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: Children. Cost: Free. Contact: Christopher Robertson. Number for more info: 802-262-3292. Email for more info: fcwcdads@yahoo.com.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Early Childhood Building, Family Center of Washington County.
Freeride Montpelier Community Bike Shop Nights
Venue: Freeride Montpelier Bike Shop. Description: Want to fix your bike and need assistance? Need access to bike tools? Come by one of our Community Bike Shop Nights for help! Assistance and tool usage is by donation. Parts and bikes available for sale. Donations always accepted! We are a volunteer-run community bike shop. We are dedicated to promoting bicycling by providing affordable used bikes and community-wide access to the tools, skills and information necessary for bike maintenance and safe riding. Street Address: 89 Barre Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: By Donation. Contact: Matt Brittenham. Number for more info: 802-552-3521. Email for more info: freeridemp@riseup.net. Web Site: http://freeridemontpelier.org/.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
89 Barre Street, Montpelier, VT 05602.
Furniture, Paintings, Skis
Venue: Townsend Gallery at Black Cap Coffee. Description: Exhibit of two Maine artists Ian and Saskia Reinholt. Ian is a
furniture maker who focuses on creating contemporary heirloom
furniture that melds the natural beauty of wood with the elegance of
traditional techniques. Ian is also owner of Lucid Skis a small alpine
ski company that produces hand crafted custom skis. Saskia is an oil painter,
water colorist, & stained glass artist.
Saturday February 25th from 4-7 pm is the closing reception. Street Address: 144 Main Street. City or Town: Stowe. County: Lamoille. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: free. Number for more info: 802-279-4239. Email for more info: natasha.bogar@gmail.com. Web Site: www.blackcapcoffee.com.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:00 PM.
Townsend Gallery at Black Cap Coffee.
Green Mountain Cloggers
Venue: Motion Dance Studio. Description: Exhibition dance team weekly lessons. Street Address: Merchants Row. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Number for more info: 522-2935.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Community Bike Shop Nights
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Venue: Freeride Montpelier. Description: Need to fix your bike? Winterize it? Need access to bike tools or need assistance? Come by a shop night for help. Freeride Montpelier is a volunteer-run community bike shop in Montpelier, VT. All profits are reinvested in the mission. We are dedicated to promoting bicycling by providing affordable used bikes and community-wide access to the tools, skills and information necessary for bike maintenance and safe riding. Shop tool access and assistance by donation. Parts and bikes available for sale. Street Address: 89 Barre Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: By Donation. Contact: Matt Brittenham. Number for more info: 802-552-3521. Email for more info: freeridemp@riseup.net.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Freeride Montpelier, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier.
For more info visit freeridemontpelier.org. Magic Wheel Winter Workshops
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Venue: Magic Wheel Community Bike Shop. Description: Keep yourself inspired for cycling season by attending a hands-on bicycle workshop at the Magic Wheel Community Bike Shop. Check our web site to view a list of upcoming workshops. Street Address: 34 Granite Street. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $25 per person, Scholarships available. Contact: Pavel Cherkasov. Number for more info: 802.477.7800 ext 18. Email for more info: magicwheelvt@gmail.com. Web Site: www.magicwheel.org.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
34 Granite Street
Barre, Vermont 05641.
For more info visit www.magicwheel.org. The UNPREDICTABLES
Submitted
Venue: Chittenden Public Library. Street Address: 223 Chittenden Rd. City or Town: Chittenden. County: Rutland. Genre: acoustic. Description: The Unpredictables
RHS Capella Group. Cost: free. Number for more info: 773-3531. Email for more info: chittendenpubliclibrary@yahoo.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): The Unpredictables
RHS Capella Group
6:00 pm Thursday
Chittenden Public Library
Chittenden, Vt.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:00 PM.
Chittenden Public Library
Chittenden, VT.
Community Justice and You
Venue: Alumni Hall, Barre Civic Center. Description: Informational event about restorative practices and how citizens contribute to help keep their community safe through the Greater Barre Community Justice Center programs. Street Address: 20 Auditorium Hill. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Age Range: Adults. Cost: free. Contact: Mary Ormsby. Number for more info: 802-476-0276. Email for more info: mormsby@gbcjc.org. Web Site: www.gbcjc.org.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
20 Auditorium Hill
Alumni Hall
Barre Civic Center.
Line Dancing
Venue: Old Labor Hall. Description: beginner-friendly and intermediate level line dance instruction/social dancing, Step 'n' Time Line Dancers of Central Vermont. Street Address: 46 Granite Street. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Suggested donation $7 per person, $10 per family. Number for more info: 802.728.5722. Email for more info: jamnsam@myfairpoint.net.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Proctor School District Special Board Meeting
Event Title: Special Meeting to Present Findings of Proctor Junior/Senior HS Study on Education Quality and Present Options for Future. Summary: Dr. Ray Proulx, Consultant, who was commissioned by the School Board in September, will present the findings of his research study entitled: "An Analysis of Proctor Junior/Senior High School and Exploration of Options for Delivery of Educational Opportunities". Meeting Location: Proctor Junior/Senior High School. Street Address: 4 Park Street. City or Town: Proctor. County: Rutland. Web Site: www.proctorhs.org. Number for more info: 802-775-4342 ext 103. Email for more info: debra.taylor@rcsu.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Dr. Ray Proulx, consultant and researcher, will present findings of the study of Proctor Junior/Senior High School.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Proctor Junior/Senior High School
Gymnasium.
WBC AWANAS
Venue: Websterville Baptist Church. Description: children preschool through 6th grade. Street Address: 143 Churchill Road. City or Town: Websterville. County: Orange. Age Range: Children. Contact: Marvine Lasell. Number for more info: 433-5456.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
FREE Video Presentation and Discussion
Submitted
Venue: Wallingford Elementary School. Description: Strategies for Organization: Preparing for Homework and the Real World - 2 Part Video Presentation. For Parents, Educators, and Professionals working with ALL students from upper elementary school through adults. City or Town: Wallingford. County: Rutland. Contact: Maple Leaf Clinic. Number for more info: 802-446-3577. Email for more info: MapleLeafClinic@vermontel.net. Web Site: www.MapleLeafClinic.com.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Wallingford Elementary School.
Proctor School Board Meeting
Submitted
Description: Special Meeting. Venue: Proctor High School. City or Town: Proctor. County: Rutland. Contact: Donna Tucker. Email for more info: donna.tucker@rcsu.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Special Meeting.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:30 PM.
Living a Spiritual Life in an Age of Materialism
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Description: Torin Finser, Ph.D. educator and author, draws on a variety of rich cultural and spiritual traditions as he makes the case for social change that begins within. Torin Finser is Chair of the Education Department of Antioch NE. His books include Silence Is Complicity: A Call to Let Teachers Improve Our Schools through Action Research—Not NCLB (2007); Organizational Integrity: How to Apply the Wisdom of the Body to Develop Healthy Organizations (2007). Venue: Orchard Valley Waldorf School. Street Address: 2290 VT Route 14N. City or Town: East Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: Adults. Cost: free. Contact: Dawn McConnell. Email for more info: dawn.m@ovws.org. Number for more info: 802-456-7400. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Drawing on rich cultural and spiritual traditions, Torin Finser, Ph.D. educator and author, makes the case for social change that begins within.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Orchard Valley Waldorf School
2290 VT Route 14N
East Montpelier, VT 05651.
Jazz Pianist Mulgrew Miller at Saint Michael’s College
Venue: Saint Michael's College. Street Address: One Winooski Park. City or Town: Colchester. County: Chittenden. Genre: acoustic, jazz. Description: Over 400 recordings, including many of his own recordings as a leader. Miller garnered the label of “most demanded pianist in jazz” from his peers in a New York Times poll.
“Miller plays elegant, grown up music that’s tasteful, melodic, and rhythmic.”
-All About Jazz
Performance made possible by the VanderHeyden Endowment for the Arts. Cost: Free and open to the public. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Legendary Jazz Pianist Mulgrew Miller to perform at Saint Michael’s College. He will be joined by saxophonist Brian McCarthy and bassist John Rivers.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Saint Michael's College
McCarthy Arts Center
1 Winooski Park
Colchester, VT 05439.
For more info visit www.smcvt.edu. 3 Girls x 3: An Evening of One Acts
Submitted
Description: Three women take the directorial reins for the first time, leading a talented Central Vermont cast and crew in “Chamber Music” by Arthur Kopit and directed by Donna Charron Christen, “Sirens” by Carol Mullen and directed by Jasna Brown and “The Great Nebula in Orion” by Lanford Wilson, all plays that celebrate the feminine and the human spirit with a mix of humor, absurdity and wit. Venue: Valley Players Theater. Street Address: 4254 Main Street. City or Town: Waitsfield. County: Washington. Directed By: Jasna Brown, Donna Charron Christen, Sarah McDougal. Written By: Arthur Kopit, Carol Mullen, Lanford Wilson. Cast: Tom Badowski, Jasna Brown, Michael Carr, Donna Charron Cristen, Joanna Collins, Jeanne Elias, Ramona Godfrey, Robbie Harold, Andra Krushenic Kisler, Teresa Langston, Alex Maclay, Kate O’Neill, Mary Scripps, Heidi Schenk, Marie Schmukal. Cost: $12. Ticket Phone: 583-1674. Contact: Teresa Langston. Number for more info: 802-498-7310. Email for more info: tlangston@madriver.com. Web Site: http://valleyplayers.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Women convene for Chamber Music.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Valley Players Theater
4254 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT 05673.
Ann Harvey & Friends
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Description: Ann Harvey & Friends: great music & fun at Winterfest. "Effervescent! Ann Harvey brings down the house!" - Peterborough Transcript.
Soaring vocals and a wide variety of styles, from Stephen Foster to Stepen Sondheim with some smokin' 1940's standards and Patsy Cline hits in between. Venue: Lost Nation Theater. Street Address: 39 Main Street - City Hall. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Cast: Ann Harvey, Phil Baker, Eileen Harvey, Ashley O'Brien, Paul Lincoln. Cost: $20 ($15 students/seniors; $10 ages 6-11). Ticket Phone: 802-229-0492. Ticket Web Link: http://lostnationtheater.org/box/. Number for more info: 802-229-0492. Email for more info: info@lostnationtheater.org. Web Site: www.lostnationtheater.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Winterfest presents Ann Harvey & Friends - great music & fun! Toe-tappin' tunes from Stephen Foster-Stephen Sondheim.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Lost Nation Theater
City Hall Arts Cdnter
Montpelier.
Men's Drop-In Hockey
Submitted
Venue: Giorgetti Arena. Description: Non-contact league. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Number for more info: 802-775-7976.
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
Auditions: "The Next Generation"
Venue: Chandler Music Hall. Street Address: 71-73 Main St. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Genre: classical. Description: Auditions for "The Next Generation" an annual performance featuring high school musicians who have seriously studied classical instrumental or vocal music. Audition date: March 28, sign-up by March 25. Web Site: www.chandler-arts.org. Number for more info: 802-431-0204. Email for more info: outreach@chandler-arts.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Auditions for Chandler's "The Next Generation" featuring high school students who have seriously studied classical instrumental and vocal music.
Friday, February 10, 2012.
Chandler Music Hall
71-73 Main St.
Randolph, Vt.
Auditions: Chandler's Annual Mud Season Variety Show
Description: Seeking musicians, vocalists, jugglers, story-tellers and more! Auditions for Chandler's Annual Mud Season Variety Show will be held on March 6 & 7. Sign up for a time by March 4. Ages 7 and up are welcome to audition. Venue: Chandler Music Hall. Street Address: 71-73 Main St. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Number for more info: 802-431-0204. Email for more info: outreach@chandler-arts.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Auditions for Chandler's Annual Mud Season Variety Show will be held on March 6 & 7. Sign up for a time by March 4.
Friday, February 10, 2012.
Chandler Music Hall
71-73 Main St.
Randolph, VT.
Audtions for Peter Pan: Chandler Youth Production
Description: Auditions announced for Chandler's summer youth theater production of Peter Pan for ages 7 - 18. Auditions: Sunday, March 4, sign-up by February 29. Preparation necessary. Venue: Chandler Music Hall. Street Address: 71-73 Main St. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Directed By: Charlie McMeekin. Number for more info: 802-431-0204. Email for more info: outreach@chandler-arts.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Auditions March 4 : Chandler's summer youth theater production of Peter Pan for ages 7 - 18. Pre-register by Feb. 29. Preparation necessary.
Friday, February 10, 2012.
Chandler Music Hall
71-73 Main St.
Randolph, Vt.
Mitchell Therapy Open Swim Schedule
Submitted
Venue: Mitchell Therapy Pool. Street Address: 88 Park Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: Winter/Spring General Swim Hours. Age Range: All Ages. Number for more info: 802-773-7187. Web Site: www.vacvt.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Winter/Spring general swim hours for the Mitchell Therapy Pool at VAC on 88 Park Street, Rutland. For more information call 802-773-7187.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:30 AM.
Mitchell Therapy Pool at VAC
88 Park Street
Rutland.
Temporary Sculpture Park
Description: View stone sculptures created by local artists during daylight hours in a temporary outdoors gallery next to SPA. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): View stone sculptures created by local artists during daylight hours in a temporary outdoors gallery next to SPA.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Vacant lot adjacent to Studio Place Arts.
Teacher Workshop: Investigations into Force and Motion
Submitted
Venue: Montshire Museum of Science. Description: Teacher Workshop: Investigations into Force and Motion
Friday, February 10, 2012.
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
This workshop is designed for 4th–6th grade teachers looking for ideas and assistance in developing their units on force and motion. Participants will learn several hands-on investigations appropriate for the upper elementary school classroom that allow for inquiry and data collection to teach concepts of momentum, velocity, acceleration, friction, and gravity. Street Address: One Montshire Road. City or Town: Norwich. County: Windsor. Age Range: Adults. Cost: Grade 4-6 teachers: $125. Pre-registration required. Contact: Montshire Museum of Science. Number for more info: 802-649-2200. Email for more info: montshire@montshire.org. Web Site: www.montshire.org.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Montshire Museum of Science
One Montshire Road
Norwich, VT 05055.
For more info visit www.formstack.com. Preschool Story Time
Venue: Waterbury Public Library. Description: stories, rhymes, song. City or Town: Waterbury. County: Washington. Age Range: Children. Number for more info: 244-7036.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Waterbury Public Library.
Vermonters in Italy
Description: works by Jeneane Lunn and Jim Lund. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Vermonters in Italy-Works by Jeneane Lunn and Jim Lund.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Studio Place Arts
Second Floor Gallery.
Weathering it Out
Description: rain or shine, snow or sleet, this group, multi-media exhibit explores how we are weathering dynamic weather patterns. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Rain or shine, snow or sleet, this group, multi-media exhibit explores how we are weathering dynamic weather patterns.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Studio Place Arts
Main Floor Gallery.
What Lies Below-Multimedia works by Maggie Neale
Description: What Lies Below-Multimedia works by Maggie Neale. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): What Lies Below-Multimedia works by Maggie Neale.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Studio Place Arts
Third Floor Gallery.
A Graceful Rise: Women in Fly Fishing Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Submitted
Venue: American Museum of Fly Fishing. Description: This groundbreaking exhibition honors the key roles women have played in fly-fishing history and how they continue to inspire female anglers today. It is the first large-scale exhibition of its kind and features such pioneers as the First Lady of Fly Fishing, Joan Salvato Wulff, world record holder Diana Rudolph, Fanny Krieger, founder of the IWFF , noted guide and instructor Lori-Ann Murphy; and many others. Street Address: 4104 Main Street. City or Town: Manchester. County: Bennington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $. Contact: Kim Murphy. Number for more info: 802-362-3300. Email for more info: kmurphy@amff.com.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
American Museum of Fly Fishing
4104 Main Street
Manchester, VT 05255.
Free WINTER School Field Trips, VINS in Quechee, VT
Submitted
Venue: VINS Nature Center. Description: School Groups of 20 to 50/day with advanced reservations during the months of Jan. Feb. and Mar. visit includes a live bird program in the VINS Classroom plus full access to exhibits and trails. Call for full details and to book a date. Funding provided by the Kettering Foundation. Limited funding is also available to help with mileage fees for outreach to schools and community group locations. Note: CAMP REGISTRATION AND VINS MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT DETAILS on our website, enrollment is open. Street Address: 6565 Woodstock Rd. City or Town: Quechee. County: Windsor. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: FREE Sponsorships. Contact: Linda Conrad. Number for more info: 802-359-5001 ext 221. Email for more info: info@vinsweb.org. Web Site: www.vinsweb.org.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
VINS Nature Center in Quechee, VT.
Locked In Time: Aldo Merusi Photography Exhibit
Submitted
Venue: Chaffee Art Center. Description: Locked in Time is back again. This exhibit will feature new Aldo Merusi photographs selected by Dr. Richard Brown. Merusi was the chief photographer at the Rutland Herald from 1937-1974, and generated 30,000 photographic negatives. Photos will be for sale. Street Address: 16 South Main Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free. Number for more info: 802-775-0356. Email for more info: info@chaffeeartcenter.org. Web Site: www.chaffeeartcenter.org.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Chaffee Art Center
16 South Main Street.
Healthy Aging Exercise Program
Venue: Twin Valley Senior Center. Street Address: Old Schoolhouse Common. City or Town: Marshfield. County: Washington. Description: Gentle exercise program for stretching, balance, and strength. Free door to door transportation from local towns.. Age Range: Seniors. Cost: FREE. Number for more info: 426-3447.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Twin Valley Senior Center
Old Schoolhouse Common
Marshfield, VT.
Writing as an Art Form
Submitted
Venue: Chaffee Art Center. Description: Writers and writer 'wannabes' gather to share ideas for writing or a piece already written. Explore the power of the written word as an art form. Street Address: 16 South Main Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Cost: Free (Donations Appreciated). Number for more info: 802-775-0356. Email for more info: info@chaffeeartcenter.org. Web Site: www.chaffeeartcenter.org.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Chaffee Art Center
16 South Main Street
Rutland, VT 05701.
Overeaters Anonymous
Event Title: Overeaters Anonymous. Description: Bethany United Christ Church. Street Address: 115 Main St. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Number for more info: 223-3079.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Bethany United Christ Church.
Understanding Grief Workshop
Submitted
Venue: 7 Albert Cree Dr. Rutland, VT 05701. Description: This workshop will present the psychological, emotional, social, physical and spiritual aspects of the process of grieving. Registration is required. Those who are grieving as well as those comforting the bereaved are welcome. Street Address: 7 Albert Cree Dr. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free to the public. Contact: Ann LaRocque. Number for more info: 802.770.1516. Email for more info: larocque@ravnah.org. Web Site: www.ravnah.org.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
7 Albert Cree Dr.
Rutland, VT 05701.
Machine as Medium Exhibit by Zachary Parks
Submitted
Venue: Drury Gallery. Description: Marlboro senior Zach Parks presents a show of kinetic sculpture and drawing revolving around the theme of using mechanics as an artistic medium, where both artistic and technical methods constitute the process of making. Each sculptural piece is a functional machine, generally made from metal wire and other mixed media, and the drawings combine the use of nib pens and drafting tools. Street Address: Marlboro College. City or Town: Marlboro. County: Windham. Cost: No Charge. Contact: Public Relations Office. Number for more info: 802-251-7644. Email for more info: pr@marlboro.edu. Web Site: http://www.marlboro.edu/news/events/.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Drury Gallery.
Rattlesnakes in Vermont
Submitted
Presenter: Doug Blodgett. Venue: Godnick Center. Street Address: 1 Deer St. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: Wildlife biologist, Doug Blodgett, will share his insights on rattlesnakes found in Vermont. Age Range: Seniors. Number for more info: 492-2300. Cost: $5 or Osher membership. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Wildlife biologist, Doug Blodgett, will share his insights on rattlesnakes found in Vermont.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Godnick Center.
Invisible Odysseys
Submitted
Description: An exhibit of autobiographical dioramas in which the artists tell the story of their journeys from Mexico to Vermont and their lives as undocumented farm workers in a foreign community. The exhibit will include text in Spanish and English, and will be accompanied by an exhibit catalog. Rather than being filtered through one of the many lenses that often frame immigrants, these dioramas--and companion statements--express the unmediated voices of Mexican workers on Vermont's dairy farms. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): An exhibit of autobiographical dioramas in which the artists tell the story of their journeys from Mexico to Vermont. Venue: Vision and Voice Documentary Gallery. Street Address: 88 Main Street. City or Town: Middlebury. County: Addison. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $5 suggested donation. Contact: Bob Hooker. Number for more info: 802-388-4964. Email for more info: bhooker@vermontfolklifecenter.org.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 5:00 PM.
Vermont Folklife Center.
Furniture, Paintings, Skis
Venue: Townsend Gallery at Black Cap Coffee. Description: Exhibit of two Maine artists Ian and Saskia Reinholt. Ian is a
furniture maker who focuses on creating contemporary heirloom
furniture that melds the natural beauty of wood with the elegance of
traditional techniques. Ian is also owner of Lucid Skis a small alpine
ski company that produces hand crafted custom skis. Saskia is an oil painter,
water colorist, & stained glass artist.
Saturday February 25th from 4-7 pm is the closing reception. Street Address: 144 Main Street. City or Town: Stowe. County: Lamoille. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: free. Number for more info: 802-279-4239. Email for more info: natasha.bogar@gmail.com. Web Site: www.blackcapcoffee.com.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 6:00 PM.
Townsend Gallery at Black Cap Coffee.
Making Home-Made Herbal Body Creams and Lotions
Submitted
Presenter: Laurel Buley, Herbalist. Venue: Hunger Mountain Coop. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Description: Learn how to make delicious, decadent and medicinal preparations for use in daily self-care routines and spontaneous at-home SPA days, using simple and natural ingredients. You will bring home a special body and face cream we will make together in class as well as great homemade gift-giving ideas for your loved ones! Please bring a small container to class.
Our Community Room is handicap accessible. Please pre-register. Contact: Krystal or Robyn. Email for more info: info@hungermountain.com. Number for more info: 802-223-8004 ext 202. Cost: $8 Member-Owners/$10 Non-Members. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Learn how to make decadent and medicinal preparations for use in self-care routines and at-home SPA days, using simple and natural ingredients.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Hunger Mountain Coop Community Room.
Artists Slide Show & Talk Series
Venue: Seminary Art Center. Description: Joelen Mulvaney of Barre presents her paintings and installation work
"I do three types of work. One is the empty mind approach and is entirely extemporaneous, the second involves deep research in a particular subject matter and the third arrives like a dream which is then interpreted. Sometimes the expression is painting, other times some kind of construction or installation, whichever suits the occasion. ". Street Address: 201 Hollow Road. City or Town: Waterbury Center. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: FREE. Contact: Natasha Bogar. Number for more info: 802-279-4239. Email for more info: natasha.bogar@gmail.com. Web Site: www.seminaryartcenter.com.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Seminary Art Center
201 Hollow Road
Waterbury Center, VT.
Chocolate Fest
Submitted
Venue: Sherburne United Church of Christ. Description: Home made soups and breads for dinner. Attendees bring chocolate item to share. Street Address: 4173 Rte. 4. City or Town: Killington. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: FREE. Contact: E.J. Willis. Number for more info: 8024223843. Email for more info: Aw3som3Mom@gmail.com.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Killington, Vt.
Teen Madness
Venue: Hedding United Methodist Church. Description: Tweens and teens. Street Address: 40 Washington St, Room 5. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Age Range: Teens. Number for more info: 476-8156.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:15 PM – 8:15 PM.
Hedding United Methodist Church.
Veterans Support Group
Event Title: Veterans Support Group. Description: For veterans of all wars, especially those with post-traumatic stress disorder, offering support, guidance to resources, etc. Venue: Hedding United Methodist Church, Barre Chapel room 1. Street Address: 40 Washington St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Number for more info: 476-8156.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:15 PM – 8:15 PM.
Hedding United Methodist Church.
"Sweethearts' Night Out" - Darol Anger, Emy Phelps, Brittany Haas, Kai Welch, Lissa Schneckenburger and Corey DiMario
Submitted
Band or group: Darol Anger, Brittany Haas, Lissa Schneckenburger. Genre: acoustic, bluegrass, folk, other. Venue: Next Stage. Street Address: 15 Kimball Hill. City or Town: Putney. County: Windham. Description: Twilight Music presents “Sweethearts’ Night Out” - roots music couples Darol Anger (Republic Of Strings, Turtle Island String Quartet, David Grisman Quintet, Montreux, Mike Marshall) and Emy Phelps, Lissa Schneckenberger and Corey DiMario (Crooked Still), and Brittany Haas (Crooked Still) and Kai Welch. These celebrated musicians will perform (mostly) songs of love for Valentine’s Day, focusing on both the sweet and the scary side of romance, with original songs and old favorites. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Barry Stockwell. Cost: $18 General / $16 Students and Seniors. Ticket Phone: 802-254-9276. Ticket Web Link: www.twilightmusic.org. Email for more info: HDTandG@sover.net. Number for more info: 802-254-9276. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Twilight Music presents roots musicians Darol Anger, Lissa Schneckenberger, Brittany Haas and their partners playing love songs for Valentine’s Day.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Next Stage
15 Kimball Hill
Putney, VT.
3 Girls x 3: An Evening of One Acts
Submitted
Description: Three women take the directorial reins for the first time, leading a talented Central Vermont cast and crew in “Chamber Music” by Arthur Kopit and directed by Donna Charron Christen, “Sirens” by Carol Mullen and directed by Jasna Brown and “The Great Nebula in Orion” by Lanford Wilson, all plays that celebrate the feminine and the human spirit with a mix of humor, absurdity and wit. Venue: Valley Players Theater. Street Address: 4254 Main Street. City or Town: Waitsfield. County: Washington. Directed By: Jasna Brown, Donna Charron Christen, Sarah McDougal. Written By: Arthur Kopit, Carol Mullen, Lanford Wilson. Cast: Tom Badowski, Jasna Brown, Michael Carr, Donna Charron Cristen, Joanna Collins, Jeanne Elias, Ramona Godfrey, Robbie Harold, Andra Krushenic Kisler, Teresa Langston, Alex Maclay, Kate O’Neill, Mary Scripps, Heidi Schenk, Marie Schmukal. Cost: $12. Ticket Phone: 583-1674. Contact: Teresa Langston. Number for more info: 802-498-7310. Email for more info: tlangston@madriver.com. Web Site: http://valleyplayers.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Women convene for Chamber Music.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Valley Players Theater
4254 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT 05673.
Ann Harvey & Friends
Submitted
Description: Ann Harvey & Friends: great music & fun at Winterfest. "Effervescent! Ann Harvey brings down the house!" - Peterborough Transcript.
Soaring vocals and a wide variety of styles, from Stephen Foster to Stepen Sondheim with some smokin' 1940's standards and Patsy Cline hits in between. Venue: Lost Nation Theater. Street Address: 39 Main Street - City Hall. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Cast: Ann Harvey, Phil Baker, Eileen Harvey, Ashley O'Brien, Paul Lincoln. Cost: $20 ($15 students/seniors; $10 ages 6-11). Ticket Phone: 802-229-0492. Ticket Web Link: http://lostnationtheater.org/box/. Number for more info: 802-229-0492. Email for more info: info@lostnationtheater.org. Web Site: www.lostnationtheater.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Winterfest presents Ann Harvey & Friends - great music & fun! Toe-tappin' tunes from Stephen Foster-Stephen Sondheim.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Lost Nation Theater
City Hall Arts Cdnter
Montpelier.
CONTRA DANCE
Submitted
Venue: Contra Dance. Description: Contra Dance
All Dances Taught
All Ages
Music Harold Luce and others. Street Address: Main Street. City or Town: Tunbridge. County: Orange. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: 5.00. Contact: Clyde Jenne. Number for more info: 802-436-2444. Email for more info: clydo46@gmail.com.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Tunbridge Town Hall
Route 110.
Sweethearts' Night Out - Darol Anger, Emy Phelps, Brittany Haas, Kai Welch, Lissa Schneckenburger, Corey DiMario
Submitted
Band or group: Darol Anger, Emy Phelps, Brittany Haas, Kai Welch, Lissa Schneckenburger, Corey DiMario. Genre: acoustic, bluegrass, folk, other. Venue: Next Stage. Street Address: 15 Kimball Hill. City or Town: Putney. County: Windham. Description: Twilight Music presents “Sweethearts’ Night Out” - roots music couples Darol Anger (Republic Of Strings, Turtle Island String Quartet, David Grisman Quintet, Montreux, Mike Marshall) and Emy Phelps, Lissa Schneckenberger and Corey DiMario (Crooked Still), and Brittany Haas (Crooked Still) and Kai Welch. These celebrated musicians will perform (mostly) songs of love for Valentine’s Day, focusing on both the sweet and the scary side of romance, with original songs and old favorites. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Barry Stockwell. Cost: $18 General / $16 Students and Seniors. Ticket Phone: 802-254-9276. Ticket Web Link: www.twilightmusic.org. Email for more info: HDTandG@sover.net. Number for more info: 802-254-9276. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Darol Anger (David Grisman Quintet), Lissa Schneckenburger, Brittany Haas (Crooked Still) and their partners play songs of love for Valentine’s Day.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Next Stage
15 KImball Hill
Putney, VT.
The Logger
Submitted
Description: Rusty DeWees brings his popular "The Logger" show to Haverhill, NH. He promised "truck loads of new material, never before heard!" Bailiff's Cafe opens at 6pm for pre-show food and drinks. Venue: Alumni Hall Cultural Center. Street Address: 75 Court Street. City or Town: Haverhill N.H. County: Grafton NH. Cost: $20. Email for more info: info@alumnihall.org. Web Site: www.alumnihall.org.
Friday, February 10, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Alumni Hall Cultural Center.
Auditions: "The Next Generation"
Venue: Chandler Music Hall. Street Address: 71-73 Main St. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Genre: classical. Description: Auditions for "The Next Generation" an annual performance featuring high school musicians who have seriously studied classical instrumental or vocal music. Audition date: March 28, sign-up by March 25. Web Site: www.chandler-arts.org. Number for more info: 802-431-0204. Email for more info: outreach@chandler-arts.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Auditions for Chandler's "The Next Generation" featuring high school students who have seriously studied classical instrumental and vocal music.
Saturday, February 11, 2012.
Chandler Music Hall
71-73 Main St.
Randolph, Vt.
Auditions: Chandler's Annual Mud Season Variety Show
Description: Seeking musicians, vocalists, jugglers, story-tellers and more! Auditions for Chandler's Annual Mud Season Variety Show will be held on March 6 & 7. Sign up for a time by March 4. Ages 7 and up are welcome to audition. Venue: Chandler Music Hall. Street Address: 71-73 Main St. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Number for more info: 802-431-0204. Email for more info: outreach@chandler-arts.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Auditions for Chandler's Annual Mud Season Variety Show will be held on March 6 & 7. Sign up for a time by March 4.
Saturday, February 11, 2012.
Chandler Music Hall
71-73 Main St.
Randolph, VT.
Audtions for Peter Pan: Chandler Youth Production
Description: Auditions announced for Chandler's summer youth theater production of Peter Pan for ages 7 - 18. Auditions: Sunday, March 4, sign-up by February 29. Preparation necessary. Venue: Chandler Music Hall. Street Address: 71-73 Main St. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Directed By: Charlie McMeekin. Number for more info: 802-431-0204. Email for more info: outreach@chandler-arts.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Auditions March 4 : Chandler's summer youth theater production of Peter Pan for ages 7 - 18. Pre-register by Feb. 29. Preparation necessary.
Saturday, February 11, 2012.
Chandler Music Hall
71-73 Main St.
Randolph, Vt.
10th Annual Johnson Winter Carnival
Submitted
Venue: Johnson Elementary School & Legion Field. Description: Indoors there will be pre-school games; 4-H crafts; storytelling, the edible Cake Walk game, and more. At Legion Field, free-style ice skating, a warming fire & hot drinks. Conservation Commission's snowshoe trek at the Prindle Lot at 1:30 PM. Breakfast at the United Church at 8 AM. Lunch by the Historical Society at 11:30 AM with music by Corey Ryder and the 5th/6th Grade spaghetti supper and silent auction 5 & 6:30 PM served at the school. Senior Art Exhibit at Red Mill Gallery at 1:30 PM. Street Address: School Street. City or Town: Johnson. County: Lamoille. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free with reasonable cost for food & some craft materials. Contact: Lois Frey. Number for more info: 802 635 7826. Email for more info: loisfrey@myfairpoint.net. Web Site: http:www.townofjohnson.com.
Saturday, February 11, 2012.
Johnson Elementary School & Legion Field, United Church, Prindle Property &
Red Mill Art Gallery.
Cross-Country Ski with GMC
Submitted
Description: Bolton Ski Touring Center. Moderate. Various distances. Trail Fee. Call Mary Smith, 505-0603 or Mary Garcia, 229-0153 for meeting time and place. City or Town: Bolton. County: Chittenden. Web Site: http://www.gmcmontpelier.org/events/index.htm. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Bolton Ski Touring Center. Moderate. Various distances. Trail Fee. Call Mary Smith, 505-0603 or Mary Garcia, 229-0153 for meeting time and place.
Saturday, February 11, 2012.
Bolton.
Valentne Breakfast
Submitted
Venue: Tinmouth Community Center. Description: Tinmouth Community Church hosts a Valentine Breakfast - bring your sweetie & the kids too - Indulge on waffles, real maple syrup, whipped cream, egg strata, fresh fruit, homemade donuts, juice, coffee & hot chocolate - $8.50 children 5 & under free. Street Address: Route 140 Tinmouth Center. City or Town: Tinmouth. County: Rutland. Cost: $8.50 children 5 and under free. Contact: Meredith Pratt. Number for more info: 802-446-2093. Email for more info: rmpratt@vermontel.net.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Tinmouth.
Waterbury Rotary's Annual Pie for Breakfast
Submitted
Venue: Pie for Breakfast. Description: Take your sweetie out for Pie for Breakfast. All you can eat. Enjoy banjo music played by George Seymour and a Silent Auction including lift tickets to Bolton Valley, and much more. Street Address: 16 Stowe Street. City or Town: Waterbury. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $5.00/person. Contact: Patty Meade. Number for more info: 802-244-7440. Email for more info: ppmeade@gmail.com.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
American Legion, Post 59, 16 Stowe Street, Waterbury, VT.
Freestyle Skate
Submitted
Venue: Giorgetti Arena. Description: Ice time for figure skaters. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Number for more info: 802-775-7976.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM.
Temporary Sculpture Park
Description: View stone sculptures created by local artists during daylight hours in a temporary outdoors gallery next to SPA. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): View stone sculptures created by local artists during daylight hours in a temporary outdoors gallery next to SPA.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Vacant lot adjacent to Studio Place Arts.
Bolton Valley Snowshoe Shuffle 5K
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Street Address: 4302 Bolton Valley Access Rd. City or Town: Bolton Valley. County: Chittenden. Description: The American Lung Association in Vermont is once again hosting the Bolton Valley Snowshoe Shuffle 5K. It will be held at Bolton Valley Resort on Saturday, February 11. Love the tranquility of a walk in the woods or never snowshoed before? You can take your time! Seasoned snowshoer who likes a challenge? Try the run! The course will showcase the best of Vermont's natural beauty and best of the Bolton Valley Nordic Center. Cost: $35. Web Site: http://action.lungusa.org/site/TR/General/ALANE_New_England?pg=entry&fr_id=5230. Contact: Ron Douglass. Email for more info: rdouglass@lungne.org. Number for more info: 802-876-6860. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): The American Lung Association is hosting the Bolton Valley Snowshoe Shuffle 5K. It will be held at Bolton Valley Resort on Saturday, February 11.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:00 AM.
Bolton Valley.
For more info visit action.lungusa.org. Snowshoe with GMC
Submitted
Description: Hunger Mountain. Moderate/Difficult. 5.4 miles. 1,900' elevation gain. Meet at Rumney School. Leader: Scott Skinner, 223-7123. City or Town: Middlesex. County: Washington. Web Site: http://www.gmcmontpelier.org/events/index.htm. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Hunger Mountain. Moderate/Difficult. 5.4 miles. 1,900' elevation gain. Meet at Rumney School. Leader: Scott Skinner, 223-7123.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:00 AM.
Middlesex.
Integrative Yoga
Submitted
Venue: Cobra Gymnastics & Dance. Street Address: 56 Howe Street, Building H #10. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: This yoga class will be moderate in nature, and all are welcome. Beginners will have an experience that is challenging but safe; more advanced students will learn how to work at a deeper level to develop a personal practice. Each class will be grounded in yogic philosophy and framed by an intention that will inspire that day’s experience of pranayama (breathwork) and asana (postures). Age Range: Adults. Contact: Stephanie A. Jones. Email for more info: woolyspiderwoman@yahoo.com. Number for more info: 772-7011. Web Site: www.cobravt.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): This class is moderate-all are welcome. Each class grounded in yogic philosophy to inspire that day’s pranayama (breathwork) and asana (postures).
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Cobra Gymnastics & Dance.
For more info visit www.cobravt.com. Playgroup
Submitted
Description: Playgroup for children birth to 6 and their caregivers. Closed when school is not in session. Street Address: 383 Sherwood Drive. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: Children. Cost: Free. Contact: Jill Murphy. Number for more info: 802-262-3292.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Early Childhood Building, Family Center of Washington County.
Introduction to Animal Tracking
Venue: North Branch Nature Center. Description: For folks big enough to walk on showshoes, we will have a short intro to patterns created by wildlife in our areas. Then we will go out and see what evidence of animals we can find. Snowshoes will be available at not cost. Street Address: 713 Elm Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $8 members, $10 nonmembers. Contact: Chip Darmstadt. Number for more info: 802-229-6206. Email for more info: chip@northbranchnaturecenter.org. Web Site: www.northbranchnaturecenter.org.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Montpelier, VT.
PTO Silent Auction
Venue: Poultney Elementary School. Description: On February 11th the Poultney Elementary School PTO is holding a Silent Auction in the PES gym to raise money towards funding our artist-in-residence. Please join us for the Silent Auction, Saturday February 11th from 10:00-1:00 in the Poultney Elementary School gym. There will be food for sale, music, a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, and many items to auction off. Thank you for your support and we hope to see you all there! City or Town: Poultney. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Poultney Elementary School.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Poultney Elementary School.
A Graceful Rise: Women in Fly Fishing Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
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Venue: American Museum of Fly Fishing. Description: This groundbreaking exhibition honors the key roles women have played in fly-fishing history and how they continue to inspire female anglers today. It is the first large-scale exhibition of its kind and features such pioneers as the First Lady of Fly Fishing, Joan Salvato Wulff, world record holder Diana Rudolph, Fanny Krieger, founder of the IWFF , noted guide and instructor Lori-Ann Murphy; and many others. Street Address: 4104 Main Street. City or Town: Manchester. County: Bennington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $. Contact: Kim Murphy. Number for more info: 802-362-3300. Email for more info: kmurphy@amff.com.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
American Museum of Fly Fishing
4104 Main Street
Manchester, VT 05255.
Create your Valentine's Day Cards at the Market
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Event Title: Create your Valentine's Day Cards at the Market. Venue: Capital City Farmers Market. Street Address: Corner of State Street and College Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Description: Create your Valentine’s Day cards this year with help from local artists or “hire” an artist to make you a custom card. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the Craft Emergency Relief Fund (CERF) is hosting a Valentine’s Day card-making project at the market. local produce: carrots, onions, beets, greens, and much much much more. Contact: Carolyn Grodinsky. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): music by Spider Roulette.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Corner of State Street and College Street.
Fit to Be Tyed - Fly Tying Series
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Venue: American Museum of Fly Fishing. Description: Kelly Bedford will teach the Gartside Sparrow fly in the 3rd session of the AMFF “Fit to Be Tyed” fly tying series. This little known and versatile fly was first tied by Jack Gartside twenty-five years ago who developed this impressionistic fly with features of both insect and baitfish that can be fished as either a nymph or as a streamer. Some tying experience is helpful. The final session will be held on Feb 25. Street Address: 4104 Main Street. City or Town: Manchester. County: Bennington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $10 each or $35 for the series. Contact: Kim Murphy. Number for more info: 802-362-3300. Email for more info: kmurphy@amff.com. Web Site: www.amff.com.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
American Museum of Fly Fishing
Manchester, VT.
Free WINTER School Field Trips, VINS in Quechee, VT
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Venue: VINS Nature Center. Description: School Groups of 20 to 50/day with advanced reservations during the months of Jan. Feb. and Mar. visit includes a live bird program in the VINS Classroom plus full access to exhibits and trails. Call for full details and to book a date. Funding provided by the Kettering Foundation. Limited funding is also available to help with mileage fees for outreach to schools and community group locations. Note: CAMP REGISTRATION AND VINS MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT DETAILS on our website, enrollment is open. Street Address: 6565 Woodstock Rd. City or Town: Quechee. County: Windsor. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: FREE Sponsorships. Contact: Linda Conrad. Number for more info: 802-359-5001 ext 221. Email for more info: info@vinsweb.org. Web Site: www.vinsweb.org.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
VINS Nature Center in Quechee, VT.
Free Workshop: Make a Valentine
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Description: Making Valentines on Saturday, February 11, 10:00-12 noon for anyone in grades 2,3,4,5 upstairs at the Chaffee. Debby Dauphinais, RIS art teacher, and Mary Crowley, artist and author, will be on hand to help. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Making Valentines on Sat, February 11, 10-12 for anyone in grades 2,3,4,5 at the Chaffee. Debby Dauphinais and Mary Crowley will be on hand to help. Venue: Chaffee Art Center. Street Address: 16 South Main Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: Children. Cost: Free. Number for more info: 802-775-0356. Email for more info: info@chaffeeartcenter.org.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Chaffee Art Center
16 South Main Street
Rutland, VT 05701.
French Conversation Group
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Venue: Cafe Terra. Description: French speakers of all ages and abilities meet to practice their French. Street Address: 67 Center St. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: free. Contact: MadameM123@msn.com. Email for more info: MadameM123@msn.com.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Cafe Terra.
Locked In Time: Aldo Merusi Photography Exhibit
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Venue: Chaffee Art Center. Description: Locked in Time is back again. This exhibit will feature new Aldo Merusi photographs selected by Dr. Richard Brown. Merusi was the chief photographer at the Rutland Herald from 1937-1974, and generated 30,000 photographic negatives. Photos will be for sale. Street Address: 16 South Main Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free. Number for more info: 802-775-0356. Email for more info: info@chaffeeartcenter.org. Web Site: www.chaffeeartcenter.org.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Chaffee Art Center
16 South Main Street.
Saturday Art Works
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Description: An art workshop for kids of all ages every Saturday from 10-3. Each week will feature a fun fact of the day and an art project based around the fact. Students may drop in any time throughout the day and may stay as long as they want until 3 PM. Saturday Art Works will be $5 per student for a maximum of 5 hours. As a new class special we will be offering this class FREE for the month of February. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): An art workshop for kids of all ages every Saturday from 10-3. Each week will feature a fun fact of the day and an art project based around the fact. Venue: Chaffee Art Center. Street Address: 16 South Main Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: Children. Cost: Free. Number for more info: 802-775-0356. Email for more info: info@chaffeeartcenter.org.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Chaffee Art Center
16 South Main Street
Rutland, VT 05701.
VALENTINE'S DAY STORY TIME AT THE WEST RUTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Description: BRING YOUR YOUNG CHILDREN TO THE LIBRARY FOR AN EXCITING TIME OF READING, SNACKS, AND A CRAFT. MRS. SLACK WILL SHARE HER "LOVE" OF STORIES WITH THE CHILDREN. **COME AND SPARK YOUR CHILDS LOVE FOR BOOKS**. Cost: FREE. Street Address: 595 MAIN ST. City or Town: West Rutland. County: Rutland. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): STORY TIME AT THE WEST RUTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY 2/11/12 @ 10:00AM.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
595 MAIN ST. WEST RUTLAND VT.
Vermont Farmers Market Downtown Rultand Winter Market
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Event Title: VFM Downtown Winter Farmers Market. Venue: The Strand Theatre in The Natural Foods CO-OP. Street Address: Wales St. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: 40 Farmers Market Vendors with everything from local meat & eggs to fesh grown winter greens, rootcrops, cider, apples, to homemade baked goods jams, pickles, pet treats, and hand crafted items. Lets not forget hot foods too. local produce: eggs, meat, winter grown grees, rootcrops, apples, squash, cider and more. Contact: Sherry Smith - VFM Secretary Sherry12887@yahoo.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Local meat & eggs to fresh greens, rootcrops, cider, apples, to homemade baked goods, jams, pickles, pet treats, and crafted items. Hot foods too!
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
The Natural Foods CO-OP on Wales St. Rutland.
FAMILY FRIENDLY MOVIE
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Movie Title: A FAMILY MOVIE. Description: COME BRING THE ENTIRE FAMILY TO THE LIBRARY FOR A FUN MORNING OF A MOVIE, AND YUMMY SNACKS!!!!! CALL THE LIBRARY FOR THE TITLE OF THE MOVIE OR CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE!!! Street Address: 595 MAIN ST. City or Town: West Rutland. County: Rutland. Web Site: WESTRUTLANDPUBLICLIBRARY.WEEBLY.COM. Cost: FREE. Email for more info: WESTRUTLANDLIBRARY@LIVE.COM. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): FREE FAMILY FRIENDLY MOVIE-AT THE WEST RUTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY-2/11/12 @ 10;30AM-CALL FOR NAME OF MOVIE.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
WEST RUTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
595 MAIN ST. WEST RUTLAND, VT.
Genealogy Data in "A War of 1812 Death Register"
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Presenter: Jack Bilow. Venue: Vermont Genealogy Library. Street Address: Hegeman Ave, Fort Ethan Allen. City or Town: Colchester. County: Chittenden. Description: Jack Bilow the author of “A War of 1812 Death Register: Whispers in the Dark” will join us to talk about his research and the resulting book. The book contains a great deal of information that will be of interest to genealogists in VT and NY. Please see the link from our website for more information. Copies of his book will be available at this event which is open to the public. Age Range: Adults. Contact: Sheila Morris. Email for more info: mail@vt-fcgs.org. Number for more info: 802-238-5934. Cost: Donations are appreciated. Web Site: www.vt-fcgs.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Jack Bilow, author of "A War of 1812 Death Register: Whispers in the Dark" will join us to speak about his book and to sign copies.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Vermont Genealogy Library, Hegeman Avenue, Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester, VT.
Spanish Conversation Hour
Venue: The Inside Scoop. Description: Meet and practice your Spanish. All abilities welcome. City or Town: Brandon. County: Rutland. Cost: Free. Number for more info: 247-6600.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Basket Party
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Venue: Rupert Fire House. Street Address: Route 153. City or Town: Rupert. County: Bennington. Description: A Basket Party to benefit The Rupert Volunteer Fire Co. Cost: $5.00. Contact: Heidi Fisher. Email for more info: fisher_family1@hotmail.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Basket Party for the Rupert Vol. Fire Co. Feb.11 @ the firehouse RT153. Entry $5 ea. extra tickets $2. Opens 11am, draw @ 1pm. Over 150 baskets.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Rupert Fire House, Route 153, Rupert, Vt 05768.
Montshire Museum of Science Daily Activities
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Venue: Montshire Museum of Science. Description: Montshire Museum of Science Daily Activities
Saturday, February 11
11:00 a.m. Magnets
You will discover cool ways to experiment with and use magnets.
3:00 p.m. Creeping Colors
Watch as capillary action causes water to creep up your paper strip. As it creeps you will see it separate the dyes from markers into a rainbow of colors. Street Address: One Montshire Road. City or Town: Norwich. County: Windsor. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Programs free with museum admission: $12 for adults, $10 for children 2–17, free for members and children under 2 years of age. Contact: Montshire Museum of Science. Number for more info: 802-649-2200. Email for more info: montshire@montshire.org. Web Site: www.montshire.org.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
Montshire Museum of Science
One Montshire Road
Norwich, VT 05055.
Occupy Rutland
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Presenter: Tiger. Description: Join us to help raise awareness for economic and social issues. Discussion to follow. Venue: Downtown. Street Address: Cornor of Merchants Row and Center Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Cost: $0.00/None. Contact: Tiger. Number for more info: 802 345 0657. Email for more info: sullystei@comcast.net. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Saturdays11AM-12PM corner Merchants Row/Center St to raise awareness for economic and social issues. Discussion to follow. All ages welcome.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Merchants Row and Center Street.
Romance Half Marathon Race and Tour
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Venue: Rikert Nordic Center. Description: Enjoy a classic skiing technique 15km or 25km race or tour in Moosalamoo National Recreation Area on the Catamount Trail. The course starts at the Rikert Nordic Center and an award party will follow. City or Town: Ripton. County: Addison. Cost: Before Jan 31st: 15km = $25, 25km = $50, After Jan 31st: 15km = $40, 25km = $65. Number for more info: (802) 864-5794. Email for more info: intern@catamounttrail.org. Web Site: www.catamounttrail.org.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Ripton, VT.
For more info visit www.catamounttrail.org. Vermonters in Italy
Description: works by Jeneane Lunn and Jim Lund. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Vermonters in Italy-Works by Jeneane Lunn and Jim Lund.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Studio Place Arts
Second Floor Gallery.
Weathering it Out
Description: rain or shine, snow or sleet, this group, multi-media exhibit explores how we are weathering dynamic weather patterns. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Rain or shine, snow or sleet, this group, multi-media exhibit explores how we are weathering dynamic weather patterns.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Studio Place Arts
Main Floor Gallery.
What Lies Below-Multimedia works by Maggie Neale
Description: What Lies Below-Multimedia works by Maggie Neale. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N. Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: Free. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): What Lies Below-Multimedia works by Maggie Neale.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Studio Place Arts
Third Floor Gallery.
Metropolitan Opera "Live in HD" Presents Wagner’s GÖTTERDÄMMERUNG
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Description: The final installment in Robert Lepage’s stunning new staging of the Ring Cycle. Starring Deborah Voight. Broadcast from the Metropolitan Opera at Middlebury’s Town Hall Theater on Saturday, February 11 at 12:00 noon. Tickets, $24/$10 students are available by calling 802-382-9222, at www.townhalltheater.org, or at the box office Monday-Saturday, noon – 5:00 pm. Street Address: Merchants Row. City or Town: Middlebury. County: Addison. Cost: $24/$10. Contact: THT Box Office. Number for more info: 802-382-9222. Web Site: http://www.townhalltheater.org.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:00 PM.
Town Hall Theater
Middlebury.
Mardi Gras Winter Carnival
Venue: Maple Corner. Description: This year's Mardi Gras will be on February 11th. Lots of fun with King or Queen Coronation, King Cake, Parade with tons of beads, then up to Curtis Pond for Hockey, Skating Races, Curling, Biathlon and games for the little kids. Lots of color and fun in the middle of winter! Come and bring friends. The more the merrier! Street Address: 31 West County Road. City or Town: Calais. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free. Contact: Maple Corner Store. Number for more info: (802) 229-4329. Email for more info: maplecornerstore@gmail.com.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:30 PM.
Maple Corner & Curtis Pond, Calais, VT.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. burlington ensemble 90/10 Series "STRINGS ATTACHED"
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Band or group: burlington ensemble. Genre: classical. Venue: College Street Congregational Church. Street Address: 265 College St. City or Town: Burlington. County: Chittenden. Description: Brahms op. 18 and Tchaikovsky "Souvenir de Florence" String Sextets. 90% of the concert proceeds benefit local non-profit organizations. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $5 suggested donation. Email for more info: burlington.ensemble@gmail.com. Number for more info: (802) 598-9520. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Brahms and Tchaikovsky String Sextets. 90% of concert proceeds benefit non-profit organizations.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
College Street Congregational Church
Burlington, VT.
For more info visit burlingtonensemble.com. Roller Derby Open Recruitment
Event Title: Roller Derby Open Recruitment. Venue: Montpelier Rec. Street Address: 55 Barre St. County: Washington. City or Town: Montpelier. Cost: First Skate FREE! $5 after that. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Central Vermont Roller Derby open recruitment Saturday 5-6:30 pm at Montpelier Rec Center. No experience necessary. Some equipment provided.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Montpelier Rec (Barre St.).
Invisible Odysseys
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Description: An exhibit of autobiographical dioramas in which the artists tell the story of their journeys from Mexico to Vermont and their lives as undocumented farm workers in a foreign community. The exhibit will include text in Spanish and English, and will be accompanied by an exhibit catalog. Rather than being filtered through one of the many lenses that often frame immigrants, these dioramas--and companion statements--express the unmediated voices of Mexican workers on Vermont's dairy farms. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): An exhibit of autobiographical dioramas in which the artists tell the story of their journeys from Mexico to Vermont. Venue: Vision and Voice Documentary Gallery. Street Address: 88 Main Street. City or Town: Middlebury. County: Addison. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $5 suggested donation. Contact: Bob Hooker. Number for more info: 802-388-4964. Email for more info: bhooker@vermontfolklifecenter.org.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 5:00 PM.
Vermont Folklife Center.
Taste-of-Chocolate and Elvis
Venue: Godnick Center. Description: At 5:30 p.m. begin with 20+ varieties of chocolate to try and judge. Then at 7:00 p.m. Max will be performing music from Elvis Presley live on stage. There will be coffee, tea available! Also, there will be a silent auction, 50/50 raffle and much, much more...dancing, singing...a great family event! Street Address: Woodstock Avenue and Deer Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $15.00 Adults - $5.00 children under 8. Contact: All Saints' Anglican Church, Rutland. Number for more info: 802-282-8098. Email for more info: allsaintsrutlandvt@comcast.net. Web Site: www.allsaintsrutlandvt.org.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Godnick Center, Woodstock Ave and Deer Street, Rutland, Vermont 05701.
Public Skate
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Venue: Giorgetti Arena. Description: Warming room, concession stand, rentals and skate sharpening/profiling available. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Number for more info: 802-775-7976.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Furniture, Paintings, Skis
Venue: Townsend Gallery at Black Cap Coffee. Description: Exhibit of two Maine artists Ian and Saskia Reinholt. Ian is a
furniture maker who focuses on creating contemporary heirloom
furniture that melds the natural beauty of wood with the elegance of
traditional techniques. Ian is also owner of Lucid Skis a small alpine
ski company that produces hand crafted custom skis. Saskia is an oil painter,
water colorist, & stained glass artist.
Saturday February 25th from 4-7 pm is the closing reception. Street Address: 144 Main Street. City or Town: Stowe. County: Lamoille. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: free. Number for more info: 802-279-4239. Email for more info: natasha.bogar@gmail.com. Web Site: www.blackcapcoffee.com.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 6:00 PM.
Townsend Gallery at Black Cap Coffee.
Sweetheart Celebration
Venue: St Raphael's Church Hall. Description: Hors d'oeuvres,desserts non alcoholic beverages chocolate bar beginning at 6:30
Dancing to music of "Times Like These" at 7:00. Street Address: Main St. City or Town: Poultney. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $15.00 per person $25.00 per couple. Contact: Mary Celik. Number for more info: 802-353-0341.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
St Raphael's Church Hall
Main St
Poultney, VT.
Anything Goes: Mark Greenberg and Ben Koenig in Concert
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Band or group: Anything Goes: Mark Greenberg and Ben Koenig. Genre: bluegrass, folk. Venue: Adamant Community Club. Street Address: Intersection of Martin and Haggett Rds. City or Town: Adamant. County: Washington. Description: From folk favorites through Tin Pan Alley standards to newer fare and original tunes, Anything Goes criss-crosses the American musical landscape with original arrangements steeped in traditional styles. Concert at 7:00 PM with an optional potluck before the show at 5:30. Cost: $10 in advance at the Adamant Coop or $15 at the door. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Anything Goes, Mark Greenberg and Ben Koenig, in concert at the Adamant Community Club at 7:00 PM with an optional potluck before the show at 5:30.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM.
Adamant Community Club.
Sweet Land
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Movie Title: Sweet Land. Description: A Norwegian-American farmer and his rural Minnesotan community must struggle to overcome years of anti-German propaganda when he discovers that his mail-order bride is not only German but an accidental socialist. A tale of love's abibity to triumph over ignorance. Venue: Montpelier Senior Activity Center. Street Address: 46 Barre st. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Directed By: Ali Selim. Cast: Tom Guinee, Elizabeth Reaser. Cost: free. Contact: Neville Berle. Number for more info: 802 224 1001. Email for more info: nevilleberle@yahoo.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): A farmer and his rural community struggle to overcome prejudice when his mail order bride turns out to be German.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:50 PM.
Montpelier Senior Activity Center.
Valentine's Dance Benefit for Stella Thomas
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Venue: Catamount Country Club. Street Address: 1400 Mountain View Dr. City or Town: Williston. County: Chittenden. Description: Valentine's Dance Benefit for Stella Thomas
Hosted by: Emily and Ben Thomas
Saturday, February 11 2012 at 7:00pm
Catamount Country Club,
1400 Mountain View Drive, Williston, VT 05495
Make a tax-deductible donation: We Love You Stella- Donation Page For Stella Thomas
http://stella-thomas.blogspot.com/. Cost: donations. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Valentine's Dance Benefit for Stella Thomas
Hosted by: Emily and Ben Thomas
Saturday, February 11 2012 at 7:00pm
Catamount Country Club.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Catamount Country Club,
1400 Mountain View Drive, Williston, VT 05495.
VLS Presents-The Vagina Monologues
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Description: Join us as we raise funds and awareness to end violence against women and girls.
Members of the Vermont Law School (VLS) and local community will present a one-night only benefit reading of Eve Ensler's award-winning play, The Vagina Monologues.
7:00 PM: Show begins!
Location: Chase Center of VLS, located in South Royalton, VT.
Tickets are $7 at the door. 10% of the proceeds will be donated to V-Day 2012 Spotlight on Women of Haiti, and 90% will be donated to our beneficiary, Safeline. Venue: Vermont Law School. Street Address: 168 Chelsea Street. City or Town: South Royalton. County: Windsor. Directed By: Marissa Knodel. Written By: Eve Ensler. Cost: $7 at the door. Contact: Marissa Knodel. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Vermont Law School (VLS) and community present a benefit reading of The Vagina Monologues. 7:00 PM: Show begins!
Proceeds will be donated.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM.
Chase Center- Vermont Law School
South Royalton, VT.
3 Girls x 3: An Evening of One Acts
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Description: Three women take the directorial reins for the first time, leading a talented Central Vermont cast and crew in “Chamber Music” by Arthur Kopit and directed by Donna Charron Christen, “Sirens” by Carol Mullen and directed by Jasna Brown and “The Great Nebula in Orion” by Lanford Wilson, all plays that celebrate the feminine and the human spirit with a mix of humor, absurdity and wit. Venue: Valley Players Theater. Street Address: 4254 Main Street. City or Town: Waitsfield. County: Washington. Directed By: Jasna Brown, Donna Charron Christen, Sarah McDougal. Written By: Arthur Kopit, Carol Mullen, Lanford Wilson. Cast: Tom Badowski, Jasna Brown, Michael Carr, Donna Charron Cristen, Joanna Collins, Jeanne Elias, Ramona Godfrey, Robbie Harold, Andra Krushenic Kisler, Teresa Langston, Alex Maclay, Kate O’Neill, Mary Scripps, Heidi Schenk, Marie Schmukal. Cost: $12. Ticket Phone: 583-1674. Contact: Teresa Langston. Number for more info: 802-498-7310. Email for more info: tlangston@madriver.com. Web Site: http://valleyplayers.com. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Women convene for Chamber Music.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Valley Players Theater
4254 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT 05673.
Ann Harvey & Friends
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Description: Ann Harvey & Friends: great music & fun at Winterfest. "Effervescent! Ann Harvey brings down the house!" - Peterborough Transcript.
Soaring vocals and a wide variety of styles, from Stephen Foster to Stepen Sondheim with some smokin' 1940's standards and Patsy Cline hits in between. Venue: Lost Nation Theater. Street Address: 39 Main Street - City Hall. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Cast: Ann Harvey, Phil Baker, Eileen Harvey, Ashley O'Brien, Paul Lincoln. Cost: $20 ($15 students/seniors; $10 ages 6-11). Ticket Phone: 802-229-0492. Ticket Web Link: http://lostnationtheater.org/box/. Number for more info: 802-229-0492. Email for more info: info@lostnationtheater.org. Web Site: www.lostnationtheater.org. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Winterfest presents Ann Harvey & Friends - great music & fun! Toe-tappin' tunes from Stephen Foster-Stephen Sondheim.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Lost Nation Theater
City Hall Arts Cdnter
Montpelier.
Lake Champlain Chamber Music Festival Winter Encore Concert
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Band or group: Lake Champlain Chamber Music Festival. Genre: classical. Venue: Elley-Long Music Center at Saint Michael's College. Street Address: 223 Ethan Allen Avenue, Fort Ethan Allen. City or Town: Colchester. County: Chittenden. Description: Join violinist Soovin Kim for winter concerts featuring Bach, Schumann and Brahms. Festival favorite clarinetist Romie de Guise-Langlois returns with the Old City String Quartet and Soovin Kim. De Guise-Langlois has been praised as “extraordinary” and “a formidable clarinetist” by The New York Times. The Old City String Quartet brings a youthful enthusiasm and musical conviction to the repertoire. A post concert discussion follows the performance. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Martha Ming Whitfield. Cost: $30 / $10 under 18. Ticket Phone: 802 863-5966. Ticket Web Link: www.flynntix.org. Email for more info: info@lccmf.org. Number for more info: 802 846-2175. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Violinist Soovin Kim, Romie de Guise-Langlois and the Old City String Quartet perform Bach, Schumann, and Brahms in this Winter Encore Concert.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Elley-Long Music Center at Saint Michael's College
223 Ethan Allen Avenue, Colchester, VT 05446.
Yankee Chank, Cajun Band, In Concert
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Band or group: Yankee Chank, Cajun Band. Genre: folk. Venue: Saturday Night Coffee House Concert Series. Street Address: UU Church, 117 West St. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: Authentic Cajun music from the swamps of southwest Louisiana. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Boaz Cohen. Cost: $12 advance, at Tattersall's, $15 door, $8 seniors, $5 children. Ticket Phone: 802 492-2252. Email for more info: macohen@vermontel.net. Number for more info: 802-492-2252. Print newspaper description (150 characters max): Yankee Chank is Vermont's only authentic Cajun Band playing the music of southwest Louisiana.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Unitarian Universalist Church of Rutland
117 West Street
Rutland, VT.
Orwell Fire Dept. 49th Annual Sweethearts Ball
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Description: Come and dance the night away with your sweetheart, DJ R.J. Clark will be spinning all your favorites. Free appetizers for early arrivals and a cash bar for those with valid ID. City or Town: Middlebury. County: Addison. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $10 per Person, $15 per couple. Contact: Peter Ochs. Number for more info: 802-948-2670.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 PM – Sunday, February 12, 2012, 12:00 AM.
Middlebury American Legion.