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Published: December 1, 2008
TODAY
ARTS & CRAFTS
MONTPELIER
Free Range, all day, functional pottery by Adam Conway with critter paintings by Robyn Peirce, Capitol Grounds.
CHARITY & FUNDRAISING
NORTHFIELD
9th annual Christmas tree and wreath sale, wreaths available via preorder and throughout the sale in many styles and sizes, $12, $15, $20, $25, trees available thru Christmas Eve, $15, $20, $25, Northfield Ambulance Bay during the evenings as well as on weekends, free delivery, 485-4269.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
BARRE
Community Darkroom, 6 - 9 p.m., to reserve space, call at least 24 hours in advance, 201 North Main St., 479-4127.
St. Monica Bingo, 7 p.m., past times begins at 6 p.m., regular games at 7 p.m., proceeds benefit St. Monica School.
MONTPELIER
Gentle Yoga, 5 - 6:15 p.m., beginners welcomed, 79 Main St. (second floor, no elevator), $12, 229-0366.
PLAINFIELD
Migraine Headaches, 7 p.m., learning how to prevent, not endure, migraine headaches, presenter, Dr. John Matthew, 454-8336.
HEALTH
BARRE
Steps To Depression Recovery, 6:30 - 8 p.m., what a person can do to treat depression, healthy lifestyle habits, pre-register or register on location, Aldrich Library, Milne Community Room, 6 Washington St., $40 fee includes workbook, 563-2230.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Coping With Anxiety: Skills for Life, 6:30 - 8 p.m., series of workshops and support group for who suffer from chronic anxiety, LACE, 476-8876.
HARDWICK
Survivors of Violence, 5:30 - 7 p.m., on self-care for survivors of domestic and /or sexual violence, 88 High St., 229-9036.
TUESDAY
BUSINESS MEETINGS
BARRE
BNI Networking Meetings, 7:30 - 9 a.m., Community National Bank, Twin City Chapter, Main Street, no cost, come as a visitor, 279-3738.
BERLIN
Come and Grow Your Business, 7:30 - 9 a.m., Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce, 33 Stewart Road/ Beaulieau Place conference center, 476-0913.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
BARRE
Line Dancing, 6:15 p.m., beginners welcome, Canadian Club, $6.
EDUCATION
BARRE
Build Your Money Muscles, 6 - 8 p.m., ongoing group that will gently guide you through the process of changing your financial consciousness, developing healthy financial habits, Central Vermont Community Action Council, 195 Route 302, free, 479-1053.
LECTURES
AND PRESENTATIONS
MONTPELIER
Green Smoothie Workshop Part 2, 6 - 7:30 p.m., want to know what to do with your sprouted greens? Make green smoothies, space limited, pre-register, Hunger Mountain Coop, $10 members/$12 non-members, info@hungermountain.com.
SUPPORT GROUPS
BARRE
Essential Tools for Caregivers, 10 - 11:30 a.m., for current, future, in-home, in-residential care or long-distance caregivers, free workshops, Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice, 600 Granger Road, 223-1878.
VISUAL ARTS
MONTPELIER
Montpelier's Treasures – the Legacy of Thomas Waterman Wood, noon - 4 p.m., exhibit of Vermont art history, 107 works, T.W. Wood Gallery & Arts Center, College Hall, Vermont College of Fine Arts, 36 College St., free, 828-8743.
Dark Knight & Supergirls Comics Clubs, 3:30 - 5 p.m., Hal Mayforth, renowned illustrator and artist, makes an appearance, ages 8-18, Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Hayes Room, 135 Main St., free, 223-4665.
WEDNESDAY
ARTS & CRAFTS
BRADFORD
Photography Lessons, noon - 1 p.m., Orange East Senior Center, 222-4782.
CHARITY & FUNDRAISING
NORTHFIELD
9th annual Christmas tree and wreath sale, wreaths available via preorder and throughout the sale in many styles and sizes, $12, $15, $20, $25, trees available thru Christmas Eve, $15, $20, $25, Northfield Ambulance Bay during the evenings as well as on weekends, free delivery, 485-4269.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
BARRE
Wit's End Group, 6 - 8 p.m., offering support to family members with loved ones suffering with addiction, Turning Point Center, 479-7373.
BRADFORD
Cribbage, 7 p.m., Orange East Senior Center, 222-4782.
MONTPELIER
Youth Chess Club with Robert Nichols, 5:30 - 7 p.m., ages 6 - 16, learn the ultimate game of strategy, register 229-1207, Kellogg-Hubbard Library, Children's Library, 135 Main St., free, 223-4665.
Why Poetry Matters, 7 - 8:30 p.m., poetry offers a moral and spiritual discipline that enhances life itself, Kellogg-Hubbard Library, 135 Main St., free, 223-3338.
WAITSFIELD
Game Night, 5 - 7 p.m., Pictionary, Twister, Big Picture Theater, off Rte 100, free with $2 pizza slice, 496-8994.
WATERBURY
Baby-Toddler Lap Time, 10 - 11 a.m., Waterbury Public Library, 244-7036.
EDUCATION
MONTPELIER
Treasure of the Sierra Madre, 1 - 3 p.m., classic film with discussion and talk by Rick Winston, Savoy Theater, 26 Main St., free to members of Osher, $5 donation non-members, 454-4675.
Savings Basics, 6 - 8 p.m., financial education pilot project designed specifically to help people become financially savvy, Bethany Church, 115 Main St. free, 476-8493.
BURLINGTON
Vermont as an Endangered Place, 7 - 8:30 p.m., Emily Wadhams, of the National Trust, discusses why, and considers how Vermont is doing in preserving valued communities and places, Fletcher Free Library, 235 College St., free, 865-7211.
FOOD AND DINING
BARRE
Food Shelf and Voucher Assistance, 3 - 5 p.m., three days worth of food once per month, vouchers for other help and assistance with getting resources, Hedding United Methodist Church, 40 Washington St., free, 476-8156.
HEALTH
MONTPELIER
Buddhist Meditation, 6 - 7 p.m., instructions available, program and discussions follow meditation, donations welcome, Shambhala Center, 64 Main St., 223-5137.
MUSIC
MONTPELIER
Montpelier World Music Choir, 7 - 9 p.m., no auditions, teens and adults welcome, music taught by ear, no reading necessary, Christ Church, State Street, $90 (negotiable), 426-3210.
SUPPORT GROUPS
BARRE
Wings of Hope, 11:30 a.m., women building community, mutual support and nurture, Hedding United Methodist Church, 40 Washington St., room 1, 476-8156.
Cancer Support Group, 4 - 6 p.m., talking together, Bethany Church, 223-7342.
BERLIN
Parents of Challenging Children Support Group, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., for adoptive parents of children presenting serious emotional and behavioral challenges, potluck lunch, Easter Seals, 641 Comstock Road, 223-4744.
HARDWICK
Survivors of Incest, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m., Twelve step program, AWARE, 88 High St., 472-6463.
RANDOLPH
Diabetes Support Group, 6 - 7 p.m., Gifford Medical Center, Conference Center, 44 S. Main St., 728-7100.
VISUAL ARTS
MONTPELIER
Montpelier's Treasures – the Legacy of Thomas Waterman Wood, noon - 4 p.m., exhibit of Vermont art history, 107 works, T.W. Wood Gallery & Arts Center, College Hall, Vermont College of Fine Arts, 36 College St., free, 828-8743.
THURSDAY
ARTS & CRAFTS
BRADFORD
Learning to knit, 12 - 1 p.m., Orange East Senior Center, 222-4782.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
BRADFORD
Bring A Guest To Lunch, 12 - 1 p.m., homemade meal, Orange East Senior Center, 222-4782.
MORRISVILLE
Festive Felting Fabrics, 6 - 9 p.m., learn the basic techniques of felting using recycled fabrics to make ornaments, mittens, and hats, 109 Professional Drive, Suite 2, call for pricing info, 888-5830.
NORTHFIELD
Northfield Story Hour, 10 - 11 a.m., stories, finger plays, felt board stories, music, Brown Public Library, 93 South St., 485-4621.
PLAINFIELD
Tiny Teeth, 7 p.m., class, protecting the teeth of babies and small children, Dr. Paul Davoren, The Health Center, Rte 2, 454-8336.
RANDOLPH
Green Mountain Cloggers, 6 - 8 p.m., exhibition dance team weekly lessons, Motion Dance Studio, Merchants Row, 522-2935.
EDUCATION
BARRE
Business Building Blocks Workshops Keys To Your Business Success., 6 - 8:30 p.m., Tools For Life, Central Vermont Community Action's conference room, 195 US Route 302-Berlin, free, cjohnston@cvcac.org.
FOOD AND DINING
BARRE
Food Shelf and Voucher Assistance, 3 - 5 p.m., 3 days food, once per month, vouchers for other help and assistance with getting resources, Hedding United Methodist Church, 40 Washington St., free, 476-8156.
HEALTH
RANDOLPH CENTER
Reiki clinics, 5:30 - 7 p.m., an ancient form of energy healing, from a team of volunteer professionals, Gifford Medical Center, 44 S. Main St., free, 746-8834.
MUSIC
RANDOLPH
American roots music, 6 - 8 p.m., David Murphey, multi-instrumentalist & singer, plays vintage country, ragtime, blues, and old-time music, no cover, Three Bean Café, Pleasant St., 728-3533.
SUPPORT GROUPS
BARRE
Overeaters Anonymous, 6 - 7 p.m, Episcopal Church of The Good Shepherd, 39 Washington St., please use back entrance, 863-2655.
HARDWICK
Educational support group, 10 - 11:30 a.m., support group on self-care for survivors of domestic and/or sexual violence, join any time, ongoing, AWARE, 88 High St., 472-6463.
Al-Anon Family Group, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m., Twelve-step program, AWARE, 88 High St., 472-6463.
THEATER
MARSHFIELD
A Midsummer Night's Dream (school play), 7 - 9 p.m., William Shakespeare's 'delightful comedy/fantasy, Twinfield Union School, Nasmith Brook Road, $5 donation, blachly@together.net.
VISUAL ARTS
MONTPELIER
Montpelier's Treasures – the Legacy of Thomas Waterman Wood, noon - 4 p.m., exhibit of Vermont art history, 107 works, T.W. Wood Gallery & Arts Center, College Hall, Vermont College of Fine Arts, 36 College St., free, 828-8743.
FRIDAY
ARTS & CRAFTS
MONTPELIER
Art Walk, 4 - 8 p.m., check out new art at participating venues around town, maps and information available at The Lazy Pear or online at www.lazypear.com, free.
Miranda Stewart Art Opening, 4 - 8 p.m., see her work through December, The Cheshire Cat, Art & Artwear, 28 Elm St., 223-1981.
"Free Range" Opening Reception, 5 - 7 p.m., functional pottery by Adam Conway with critter paintings by Robyn Peirce, cookies and cupcakes will be served, showing all December, Capitol Grounds, artwhirled23@yahoo.com.
CHARITY & FUND-RAISING
NORTHFIELD
9th annual Christmas tree and wreath sale, wreaths available via preorder and throughout the sale in many styles and sizes, $12, $15, $20, $25, trees available thru Christmas Eve, $15, $20, $25, Northfield Ambulance Bay during the evenings as well as on weekends, free delivery, 485-4269.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
BARRE
Friday Night Dinners, 5:30 p.m., LACE Co. & Farm Fresh Market, 159 Main St., $6-$12.50, 476-4276, GROWVT@gmavt.net, www.lacevt.org.
Teen Madness, 7:15 - 8:15 p.m., Tweens and teens, Hedding United Methodist Church, 40 Washington St., Room 5, 476-8156.
MONTPELIER
StoryWalk, all day, read a story while walking through the park, featuring the book, South, by cartoonist Patrick McDonnell, Hubbard Park, Winter St., free, 223-3338.
Peace vigil, 12 - 1 p.m., seeking an end to wars, State St.
Holiday Sale, 4 - 7 p.m., holiday items, winter clothing, toys, household items, Trinity United Methodist Church, 137 Main St., 371-8108.
MORRISVILLE
17th Annual Christmas Cookie Walk and Mini Bazaar, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., Puffer United Methodist Church, Main St.
Free legal advice clinic for senior citizens, all day, for Vermonters age 60 and older at the Central Vermont Council on Aging office, sign up for a free 20 minute consultation, 888-2504.
WATERBURY
Preschool Story Time, 10 - 11 a.m., stories, rhymes and song, Waterbury Public Library, 244-7036.
WATERBURY CENTER
Santa Workshop Sale, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Christmas gift, craft, book, children workshops great bargains, coffee and donuts, Rte 100, 244-8089.
FOOD AND DINING
BARRE
Free Community Supper, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m., each week, spaghetti with meat sauce, salad, bread, desert and beverages, appetizers, no reservations required, Hedding UMC, 476-8156.
LECTURES AND PRESENTATIONS
MONTPELIER
An Updated Inconvenient Truth, 6 - 7:30 p.m., presentation by Dee Gish of The Climate Project, with latest research and findings on climate change, Community College of Vermont, 32 College St., free, 828-4060.
MUSIC
MONTPELIER
Anais Mitchell Concert, 8 - 10 p.m., solo appearance, Bethany Church, 115 Main St., $15 at the door, 917-1186.
RELIGIOUS EVENTS
MONTPELIER
Medicine Buddha Healing Meditation, 9 - 11 a.m., public practice of Tibetan Buddhist medicine; open to all levels of experience, Montpelier Shambhala Center, 223-6822.
SUPPORT GROUPS
BARRE
Veterans Support Group, 7:15 - 8:15 p.m., veterans of all wars, especially those with post-traumatic stress disorder, offering support, guidance to resources, Hedding United Methodist Church, Barre Chapel, room 1, 40 Washington St., 476-8156.
MONTPELIER
Overeaters Anonymous, 12 - 1 p.m., Bethany United Christ Church, 115 Main St., 863-2655.
THEATER
MARSHFIELD
A Midsummer Night's Dream (school play), 7 - 9 p.m., production of William Shakespeare's 'delightful comedy/fantasy, Twinfield Union School, Nasmith Brook Road, $5 donation, blachly@together.net.
VISUAL ARTS
MONTPELIER
Montpelier's Treasures – the Legacy of Thomas Waterman Wood, noon - 4 p.m., exhibit of Vermont art history, 107 works, T.W. Wood Gallery & Arts Center, College Hall, Vermont College of Fine Arts, 36 College St., free, 828-8743.
STOWE
Member Art Show and Festival of Trees and Light, opening reception, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., featuring painting, photography and sculpture, Helen Day Art Center, 5 School St., adults $5, students/seniors $3, children free, 253-8358.
SATURDAY
ARTS & CRAFTS
CALAIS
Maple Corner Holiday Market, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., locally made holiday gifts: pottery, greeting cards, vegan treats, jewelry, holiday stories, games for kids Maple Corner Community Center, free, 223-1670.
HYDE PARK
31st Annual North Country Christmas Craft Show, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., approximately 40 crafters, great Christmas shopping, wreaths, food available, free, 888-3267.
CHARITY & FUND-RAISING
BARRE
4th Annual Soup Festival and Silent Auction Fundraiser to Benefit Deaf Vermonters Advocacy Services, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Bethany Church, 115 Main St., $7 adults, $3 children, 866-578-6861.
NORTHFIELD
9th annual Christmas tree and wreath sale, wreaths available via preorder and throughout the sale in many styles and sizes, $12, $15, $20, $25, trees available thru Christmas Eve, $15, $20, $25, Northfield Ambulance Bay during the evenings as well as on weekends, free delivery, 485-4269.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
BARRE
LACE's 2nd Annual Craft-a-palooza, all day, craft and artisan demos, locally made gifts, local food sampling, Santa, special children's events, music, LACE Gallery/Farm Fresh Market, 159 N. Main St., free, 476-4276.
Free Clothing Distribution, 10 - 11 a.m., for infants, toddlers, pregnant/nursing women, and 3-4 p.m., 185 N. Main St. free, 476-4413.
EAST MONTPELIER
Christmas Luncheon, noon – 1:30 p.m., homemade soup or chili with ham or chicken salad sandwiches, gingerbread, Christmas music, Old Brick Church, $5 adults, 454-7802.
MONTPELIER
Kids' Day Out, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., come play with us while your parents shop, all ages, two sessions each day run 7:30 a.m. -12 p.m. and 12:30 - 4:30 p.m., drop-ins welcome, $20 or stay the whole day for $30, 223-4700.
Holiday Sale, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., holiday items, winter clothing, toys, household items, Trinity United Methodist Church, 137 Main St., 371-8108.
Old-Fashioned Holiday Fair, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.. Crafts, wreaths, baked goods, coffee, lunch, live music, children's books, quilt raffle, Unitarian Church of Montpelier, corner of Main and School St.
Santa Comes to Town for Montpelier Tree Lighting and Cookie Decorating, 5 p.m., come to City Center to hear carolers, watch the lighting of the holiday tree, and meet Santa, inside La Brioche, New England Culinary Institute has made dozens of cookies for youngsters to decorate, free.
Saturday Night Dinners, 5 - 6:30 p.m., for all community members, last Saturday of each month, entertainment provided, free, Christ Church, State Street, 223-3631.
MORETOWN
45th Annual Christmas Bazaar, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., bake table, craft table, cookie walk, Christmas wreaths, lunch, coffee, tea, Moretown Town Hall.
STOWE
Christmas Fair, 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m., hand made wreaths, crafts, baked goods, and our historic Stowe afghans, Stowe Community Church, Main Street, 253-7257.
CONCERTS
BURLINGTON
Vermont Symphony Orchestra Masterworks Series Concert, 8 - 10 p.m., 3 great works of 1940s, Flynn Center, 800-876-9293, ext. 10.
EDUCATION
WARREN
Boxmaking, all day, learn to design and build beautiful wooden boxes using woodworking skills that can also be applied to larger projects, Yestermorrow Design/Build School, 189 VT Rte 100, $315, 496-5545.
FARMERS' MARKETS
MONTPELIER
Montpelier's Winter Farmers Market, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., over 30 vendors providing fresh, local produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts, first and third Saturdays, December – April, Vermont College Gym, corner of E. State St. and College St., www.montpelierfarmersmarket.com.
LECTURES AND PRESENTATIONS
MONTPELIER
Workshop: Kombucha!, 12:30 - 2 p.m., learn how to make this fascinating healing tonic beverage, bring a pint or quart size glass jar (wide mouth) and lid for your own Kombucha starter, pre-register, Hunger Mountain Coop, $5 members/$7 non-members, 223-8004 ext 202.
MUSIC
MONTPELIER
The Dixie Red Delights CD Release Party, 9 p.m., ,ocal bluegrass, americana, alt-country, The Black Door, Main St., donation.
OUTDOORS
MONTPELIER
Green Mountain Club Hike, all day, hike and road walk, moderate, 7 miles, loop up North Branch Park and back down North St., 223-3550, call for meeting time and place.
THEATER
MARSHFIELD
A Midsummer Night's Dream (school play), 7 - 9 p.m., production of William Shakespeare's 'delightful comedy/fantasy, Twinfield Union School, Nasmith Brook Road, $5 donation.
VISUAL ARTS
MONTPELIER
Montpelier's Treasures – the Legacy of Thomas Waterman Wood, noon - 4 p.m., exhibit of Vermont art history, 107 works, T.W. Wood Gallery & Arts Center, College Hall, Vermont College of Fine Arts, 36 College St., free, 828-8743.
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