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Five Corners Farmers Market. Held every Friday from 3:30-7:30 p.m. on Lincoln Place (off Railroad Avenue) now through October 29th. Weekly raffle. We accept 3SquaresVT EBT. www.5cornersfarmersmarket.com.

Photography. A retrospective of Betsy Melvin’s 45 years of photographing Vermont at the Artistic Alliance Gallery. Route 15, Essex Center across from Price Chopper. Going on now until further notice. Contact: 878-3622.

Watercolors. By Kathleen Berry Bergeron of Jericho on display and for sale in the Butler Restaurant at The Essex Resort and Spa throughout the summer. Info: www.kathleenberrybergeron.com; Contact: 899-4628.

NAMI Recovery Support Group for Consumers. Meeting the second and forth Saturday of the month from 2-3:30 p.m. First Congregational Church, Essex Junction. 39 Main St. Enter Fellowship Hall door take elevator, second floor, follow signs. ADA accessible. Contact Bernie: 489-1842.

Tree of Knowledge Summer Reading Program. Each time participants visit us, they’ll be given a “leaf” on which to document their latest read. At the end of the summer, we’ll have a celebration! Our reading program is designed to be laid back, fun, and free of competition. Suggested age range is (entering) K-8. Going on now through the end of August. Phoenix Books & Café. www.phoenixbooks.biz or 872-7111.

Art Show. “Artist’s Choice” is the theme for the Essex Art League show. Phoenix Books Store and Café, Essex. The exhibit continues through August. Contact: 862-3014 or visit www.essexartleague.com.

Harriet Powell Museum open. Brown’s River Road, Essex, Sundays 1-4 p.m. June 6-Oct. 10 and Thursday evenings, between 7-8:30 p.m. June 10-Sept. 2. Contact: 879-7334.

Garden Tours. The Essex Resort & Spa will host free garden tours every Wednesday from 10-11:30 a.m. until Labor Day. Join our expert horticulturalists. Meet in the main lobby. The Essex Resort & Spa, Essex Jct. Contact: 800-727-4295.

Divorce Care Classes. 13 week course to help those who are divorced or separated deal with the hurts, struggles and newness of being single again. The class begins February 17 but all are welcome to come at any point. Community Center, Essex Alliance Church. 6:15 p.m. is registration, class begins at 6:30. $25 donation to cover materials. Contact Sandy Brisson to register, 425-7053, email sbrisson@gmavt.net.

Knit Night. Please come share your talents and your company. Phoenix Books and Café, Essex Shoppes and Cinema. Every second Wednesday of the month. 6-8 p.m. Free.

Bingo. Sponsored by the Whitcomb Woods Residents Association. Whitcomb Woods, 128 West St., Essex Jct. Mondays at 6 p.m. Contact: 879-1829.

Open Mic Night. Local poets, musicians, singers, storytellers, comics, etc. Come check out the local talent. First Wednesday of each month. Phoenix Books & Café. Essex Shoppes and Cinema. 6-8 p.m. Free. Want to perform? Call Michael DeSanto 872-7111.

Causeway Bike Ferry. Weekends and Holidays through Labor Day September 6. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $10 suggested donation for round-trip ($6 for Colchester/South Hero residents, LM members or kids 12 and under). Info at www.localmotion.org.

The Vermont French Canadian Genealogical Library. Open this summer on Tuesdays from 3-9:30 p.m. Open on the following Saturdays, June 12, July 10 and Aug. 14, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dupont Building, Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester. Contact: www.VT-FCGS.org or call 238-3525.

Overeaters Anonymous. 12 step program of recovery for food addicts/compulsive overeaters, or those who have a desire to stop eating compulsively. Totally anonymous, no weigh-ins or humiliation. Mondays, 1 p.m. Colchester. Free. Please call for specific location and more information. Contact: 324-5612.

Italian conversation group. Open to all interested in learning/hearing the Italian language. Room 101, St. Edmunds Hall, St. Michael’s College, Colchester. Every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, 7-9 p.m. 

Vermont Adult Learning offers GED testing three times a month, including Saturdays. Please call 846-7245 to pre-register. 

Ballroom Dance Social. Every Friday and every Saturday except the third Saturday of the month. 7-10 p.m. including a free lesson 7-10 p.m. followed by open dance social 8-10 pm. Singles and couples, no partner or experience required. $14. Contact: 862-2269 or visit www.ballroomnights.com.

Thursdays At The Intervale: Eat Well, Be Well. Sample local artisan chocolates, wash it down with local beer and enjoy the traditional singing and dancing of Young Tradition Vermont. This Thursday’s event is themed “Eat Well, Be Well” and is sponsored by Eating Well magazine Vendors include: Flatbread, the Skinny Pancake, Sugarsnap, Bluebird Tavern, Lake Champlain Chocolates, and the Nomadic Oven. Beginning at 5:30 p.m. Slow Food Vermont will host a tasting of local greens. Open mic kicks off at 6:30 p.m.; performances must be scheduled in advance. Calkins Community Barn on Intervale Road. Free gift from Ben & Jerry’s if you arrive at the Intervale on foot or by bike. $5 per adult, children free. Full summer schedule: www.intervale.org/whats_happening.

Fall Into Stories. Storytime at the Museum: Join us at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays for stories about birds and more. Designed for Pre-schoolers, but all ages are welcome. Stories will be followed by a craft project, music, or nature walk, depending on the topics and weather. Donations accepted, especially days when we do crafts. Free with museum admission. Contact Kirsten: 434-2167 or webmistress@birdsofvermont.org

 

Carving Demonstrations. Come watch a wood carver at work. Learn tips and techniques, or meet other carvers. Questions welcome. Every Saturday from 1-2 p.m. through October, upstairs in the Birds of Vermont Museum workshop.Contact Erin: 434-2167. 

Through the Lens: Photographs of Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks: Large Format Digital Prints by Stephen Beattie. September 1-30. Reception: Wed., September 1, 7 p.m. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, Pickering Room. Contact Barbara: 865-7211.

The Endangered Alphabet Project. September 23-October 18. Author, artist and Champlain College Professor, Tim Brookes’ “Endangered Alphabets Project,” which consists of an exhibition of carvings and a book, is the first-ever attempt to address this issue. Opening with lecture by Tim Brookes : Saturday, September 25 at 12:30 p.m. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, Fletcher Room. Contact Barbara: 865-7211.

Art at Fletcher Allen Health Care Center. Artists Lucia Chiu (Chinese brush painting) and Annie Limoge (water color paintings), members of the Essex Art League, will display their original art work. Fletcher Allen, Williston. Now through August 31, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. More info: www.essexartleague.com, or 847-1600.

Huntington's Disease Society of America Support Group. For those with HD and their Caregivers. Every third Tuesday of the Month. 34 Patchen Road, S. Burlington, 6:30-8 p.m. Contact Susan: 658-4208 (Ext 111).

Champlain Valley SCORE Roundtable Discussion Series. The Roundtable Discussions will be held in Burlington on the first Tuesday of each month, starting in September. The discussions are targeted to the small business owner and will cover a range of topics including developing a brand, designing a business model, finding financing, using social media, and practicing your elevator pitch. Local business experts will lead the discussions. The series is free and will be held at Office Squared, 106 Main Street, in Burlington, from 5:30-7 p.m. Register online at www.score284.org or at officesquaredvt.com. For more information: 951-6762.

Interior Landscapes. A show of mixed media paintings by Craftsbury artist Kathy Stark will be on display in the Pavilion Building office of Governor James Douglas, at 109 State Street in Montpelier from August 4-October 1, 2010. The show may be viewed Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The public is invited to a reception for the artist on Thursday, August 12, from 3-5 p.m. Photo ID required.

Vermont Photo Group Show. Over twenty photographers display images in diverse styles. Meet the photographers over light refreshments at the reception. Pickering Room, Fletcher Free Library, Burlington. July 1-30. Reception: Sunday, July 11, 2-4 p.m. Contact: 865-7211.

Tutor. Vermont Refugee Resettlement Program needs volunteers for their one-on-one English language-tutoring program. Volunteer orientation and training are provided. Two hours per week, days, evenings & weekends. Contact United Way: 860-1677.

Carving Demonstrations. Come watch a wood carver at work. Learn tips and techniques, or meet other carvers. Questions welcome. Saturdays until October 30. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington. Every Saturday from 1-2 p.m., upstairs in the Museum workshop. Free. Contact Erin: 434-2167.

 

Sundays for Fledglings. Hosting short activities for children every Sunday this season. Come hike, create, explore, carve, act, write, or investigate. The topic will usually be birds, but amphibians, mammals, trees, ferns, forests, insects, and other natural community members may be included. Details will be posted at the museum and online each week. Sundays until October 31, 2-2:45 p.m. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington. Registration recommended. Cost: $2.50 per child for Museum members, $6 for non-members. Adults accompanying a child are free. Contact Kirsten: 434-2167 or webmistress@birdsofvermont.org

Skating Lessons. Beginners through US Figure Skating Basic 6. For ages three and up. June 29-Aug.19 Tuesdays and/or Thursdays, 12:45-1:30 p.m. Leddy Park Arena, Burlington. Fee: $9-$11 per lesson. Contact: 865-7558 or www.enjoyburlington.com

Itty Bitty Public Skating. Pre-Schoolers and their parents are invited to special skating sessions on Monday and Thursday mornings from 10-11 a.m. Leddy Park. Drop-in program $6 a week per family. Contact: 865-7566.

“Music with Mia” weekly musical story time. Kids can enjoy music, stories, and sing-a-longs with local singer/song-writer Mia Adams. University Mall, JC Penny Court. Every Monday at 10:30 a.m. Free. Contact: 863-1066 Ext. 11.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia Support Group. Meets every third Thursday of the month. The Bagel Café, Ethan Allen Shopping Center, North Ave, Burlington. 1-3 p.m. Contact: 660-4817 or www.vtcfids.org.

Westford Senior Lunches. Second Monday of each month. Please join come join us. Red Brick Meeting House on the Westford Common. A hot meal will be served followed by a brief meeting and presentation or entertainment. Contact: 879-7382.

Nancy Stone Watercolorist and Printmaker. Bryan Memorial Gallery presents the watercolors and prints of painter Nancy Stone of Williston. Nancy Stone is the second of four artists who will be featured in Bryan Memorial Gallery’s Middle Room with one-person exhibitions during 2010. Her exhibition is display now and concludes September 12. Bryan Memorial Gallery, Jeffersonville. Contact: 644-5100.

First Wednesdays Series. Sponsored by the Vermont humanities council, is held on the first Wednesday of every month from October through May, featuring speakers of national and regional renown. Talks are held statewide: Burlington (Fletcher Free Library); Brattleboro (at Brooks Memorial Library); Manchester (First Congregational Church); Middlebury (Ilsley Public Library); Montpelier (Kellogg-Hubbard Library); Newport/Stanstead, Quebec (Goodrich Memorial Library and Stanstead College, in alternating months); Norwich (Norwich Congregational Church); Rutland (Rutland Free Library); and at St. Johnsbury Athenaeum. The program is free, and open to the public. Contact Fletcher Free Library at 865-7211

United Way Volunteering. Over 500 volunteer needs from more than 200 agencies are on-line at www.unitedwaycc.org. Contact: 860-1677.

Sat. Sept. 4

Freedom Ride. Come support or Troops and enjoy the ride. Ride leaves Milton High School at 12 p.m. traveling route 2 along Lake Champlain to route 78 coming across to route 36 and returning to The Milton Eagles Club for a free luncheon. Drawing for prizes. Registration starts at 10:45 a.m. $20 per person. Contact Deb: 893-2607 or Ken: 893-1101.

Sun. Sept. 5

Sunday Mass. Saint Michael's College invites the community to celebrate Mass at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. in the Chapel of St. Michael the Archangel.

Tues. Sept. 7

Green Candle Theatre Company Presents “Flower Duet.” Flower Duet, A new Play written and directed by Maura Campbell. Flynn Space 153 Main Street, Burlington. 8 Performances: Tuesday, September 7 – Saturday, September 11 at 8 p.m. Sunday September 12 at 7 p.m. Matinees Sat + Sun September 11 and 12 at 2 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at: Flynn Box Office, 153 Main Street, Burlington. $20.00, $15.00 students. Call 802.86.FLYNN or online at www.flynntix.org.

Wed. Sept. 8

Essex Rotary Speaker. Bill Thompson, Rotary District Governor.

Film. “The Anatomy of Hate: A Dialogue to Hope.” McCarthy Arts Center, Saint Michael's College, 7 p.m. Presented by St. Mike’s for Saint Michael’s Annual Day of Reflection in remembrance of September 11.

Phoenix Books Knit Night. All skill levels welcome. Phoenix Books & Café at Essex Shoppes & Cinema, 6-8 p.m. Free

Author Visit By Neil MacFarquhar. Author and New York Times journalist, Neil MacFarquhar leads the discussion of his book “The Media Relations Department of Hizbollah Wishes You a Happy Birthday: Unexpected Encounters in a Changing Middle East” with the Fletcher Free Library’s book discussion group. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, Local History Room 7:30 p.m. Contact Barbara: 865-7211

Thurs. Sept. 9

New! The Craft Connection. Bring a work in process and come on a drop in basis twice a month to meet other women who are working on a variety of arts and crafts projects. Essex Alliance Church Community Center, Rm. 102, 7-9 p.m. Contact Deb Schonberg: 879-5176 or steschon@aol.com.

Phoenix Writing Group. Calling all writers of all genres and of all levels of expertise, from beginner to published. Participants are invited to bring a sample of their original work for reading and discussion, as well as a favorite piece to read and share with the group. Nothing is required. Phoenix Books & Café 6-8 p.m. Free. Contact: 872-7111 or www.phoenixbooks.biz

Welcome Them Home, Help Them Heal Conference. Strengthening care and support to Veterans. Mental health caregivers, law enforcement personnel, physicians and nurses, social workers and all persons concerned about the physical, mental, and spiritual care of Veterans are invited to attend. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 1063 Prim Road, Colchester, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free, and lunch will be provided. RSVP by September 1: aromablessings@yahoo.com or 951-1790.

Green Mountain Steppers Square Dance. All are invited to come square dancing. So. Burlington Tuttle Middle School, 7 p.m. Free. Contact: 879-1974, 893-4784 or www.greenmountainsteppers.org

The Great Big Book Sale. Presented by The Friends of the Fletcher Free Library. Thursday 9/9 through Sunday 9/18, during usual library hours. Over 15000 books, DVDs, CDs and more! Stock up on bargain books for the whole family.

Fri. Sept. 10

Hard Scrabble. An eclectic blend of acoustic instruments and vocal harmonies playing bluegrass, blues and western swing, will be at the Five Corners Farmers Market from 6-8 p.m. The Market is open from 3:30-7:30 p.m. and is located on Lincoln Place (off Railroad Ave). www.5cornersfarmersmarket.com.

Chalk It Up! Come leave your creative mark using chalk art at this community event on the sidewalk space in downtown Essex Jct., Five Corners Farmers Market 5-7 p.m. The Market is open from 3:30-7:30 p.m. and is located on Lincoln Place (off Railroad Ave). www.5cornersfarmersmarket.com

Casino Night. Presented by the Colchester-Milton Rotary Club. Back by popular demand is another exciting evening of Black Jack, Roulette, Wheel of Fortune and a Texas Hold'em Tournament. Hampton Inn 42 Lower Mt View Dr., Colchester, 7-11 p.m. Registration begins at 6 p.m. Tournament starts at 7 p.m.

Mathematics Colloquium. Students present their summer research in Cheray Science Hall, room 101, Saint Michael's College, 3:45 p.m.

Culture Hop. Come and learn about the many different cultures that are represented in our community. Art, dancing, drumming, cooking demonstrations, crafts, information tables, discussion, and more. Food samples from multiple cultures. Looking for musical acts, arts, food, and other groups to participate. O’Brien Community Center, Winooski, 12-8 p.m. Contact WCSPC: 655-1392 x10.

Contra Dance. Queen City Contras will hold its regular danc. Calling by Chris Weiler. Music by Nor'easter: Cedar Stanistreet, Max Newman and Julie Vallimont. All are welcome, all dances taught, no partner or experience necessary. Beginners' session at 7:45 p.m. Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes for dancing. Edmunds Middle School, 299 Main Street, Burlington, 8 p.m. Admission: $8.00 adults, under 12 free. Contact: 371-9492 or 343-7165 or www.queencitycontras.org/Home.html

Sat. Sept. 11

Beginning Genealogy, Tips on Getting Started with Sheila Morris. The Vermont French Canadian Genealogical Society will present “Beginning Genealogy, Tips on Getting Started”, with Sheila Morris. This is open to the public at our library in Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. A $10 donation is appreciated for the class. We are now open every Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Tuesday from 3 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Info: Http://www.vt-fcgs.orgg, or 238-5934.

Buck Mountain Hawk Watch. Meet at the Vergennes park-and-ride, located at the junction of Rte. 7 and Rte. 22A, to carpool to Buck Mountain in Waltham at 11 a.m. Please register in advance by sending an e-mail to gmas@greenmountainaudubon.org. Free and open to the public

House Tour. The American Institute of Architects (AIA-Vermont) is hosting its Second Annual House Tour. This year's theme is "The Tradition of Innovation;" homes being showcased throughout the state feature innovative design, technology and construction, including older homes that while may now seem traditional were innovative at the time of their construction. Hours for the free, self-guided tour of most homes are 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Visit www.aiavt.org for directions and specifics.

Auditions. Try out for the Holiday Classic, Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”. Presented by the Lamoille County Players. September 11-12. Hyde Park Opera House. Looking for 20-30 cast members of all ages. Show dates in early December. Specific audition times, audition notes, character descriptions, audition readings and more info at www.LCPlayers.com.

Rabies Clinic. Hosted by The Humane Society of Chittenden County. Shelter’s Animal Care and Adoption Facility, 142 Kindness Court, South Burlington, 1-4 p.m. Rabies vaccinations $10 (a 3-year vaccine requires proof of prior vaccination – otherwise a one-year vaccine will be given.) Free ice cream for everyone will be provided by Ben & Jerry’s.

Burlington Amateur Hockey. Open house and registration. Kids 3+ and their parents are invited to skate with or just talk to current youth hockey players, coaches & parents. Learn all about BAHA’s youth hockey programs and how rewarding youth hockey can be for players and parents alike. Leddy Park Arena, 1-3 p.m. Visit us at: www.bahabobcats.com for more information.

Vermont Public Radio Listener Picnic. Meet your favorite VPR voices. Enjoy music by Dave Keller Band, Twist of the Wrist, featuring All The Traditions Host Robert Resnik, and a cappella jazz by Maple Jam. Lunch will be available for purchase to benefit the Teago Fire Department, or bring a picnic. Billings Farm and Museum, Woodstock, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free Admission. Rain or Shine.

Chicken Pie Supper. All homemade food. Take out available. Wheelchair accessible. Waterville Elementary School, 5 p.m. Contact: Jean 644-2946 or Joan 644-2596.

 

Tag Sale. Faith United Methodist Church, 899 Dorset Street, South Burlington, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. All proceeds will benefit nonprofit organization: Bella Voce Women’s Chorus of Vermont. See website: www.bellavocevt.org.

Sun. Sept. 12

Sunday Mass. Saint Michael's College invites the community to celebrate Mass at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. in the Chapel of St. Michael the Archangel.

Free Enterprise Farming Workshop Series. From Cow to Customer: Producing Raw Milk for Direct Sale. Vermont hosts this on-farm workshop and invites current and aspiring farmers to tour one of a growing number of farms who are operating a successful raw milk microdairy. See, share, and learn best practices for the production and direct sale of up to 50 quarts of raw milk per day. Lathe Farm, Craftsbury, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Rural Brown bag lunch, $10 for Rural Vermont members, $20 all else. Space is limited – RSVP by calling 223-7222 orshelby@ruralvermont.org.

 

Mon. Sept. 13

Join the Community Band and Chorus. The South County Chorus (SCC) and the Hinesburg Community Band (HCB) always welcome new members, and the fall rehearsal season begins in mid-September this year. No auditions are required, just bring a little talent and lots of enthusiasm for music. SCC: rehearsals begin 9/13. Monday 7-8:30 p.m. at CVU High School, Hinesburg, Room #160. HCB: 9/22. Wednesday 7:15-9 p.m. at CVU High School, Room #163. Contact Rufus: 482-3010, or rufpat@yahoo.com.

Free Enterprise Farming Workshop Series. From Cow to Customer: Expanding Raw Milk Production to Meet a Growing Demand. Rural Vermont hosts this on-farm workshop and invites current and aspiring farmers to tour the first farm to be state certified as a Tier II raw milk producer. See, share, and learn best practices for the production and sale of raw milk in excess of 50 quarts per day. Family Cow Farmstand, Hinesburg, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Brown bag lunch, $10 for Rural Vermont members, $20 all else. Space is limited – RSVP by calling 223-7222 or shelby@ruralvermont.org.

Chill Foundation Fundraiser. A charity golf tournament is scheduled in order to raise funds and awareness for Chill’s global snowboard-based youth programming. For more information, contact Deane Calcagni at 651-0429 or email at deanec@chill.org

 

Tues. Sept. 14

Vermont Public Television Community Council Meeting. VPT’s advisory board discusses programming and services. Public welcome. VPT Studio Colchester, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Contact: 1-800-639-7811

Wed. Sept. 15

Essex Rotary Speaker. Len Britton, Candidate for US Congress. The Essex, 12:10 p.m.

Current Issues in Economics: Drug Legalization. Speakers are Economics Professor Patrick Walsh and Business Administration Professor Robert Letovsky. St. Edmund’s Hall Farrell Room (#315) St. Michael’s College, 4 p.m.

Kelley Marketing Group Breakfast Meeting. Ideas to help non-profit organizations. Professionals in marketing, advertising, communications, social media, design and related areas are welcome. Non-profits seeking help apply online. Ireland Building Room 217, Champlain College, Burlington, 7:45-9 a.m. Contact Jay McKee: 865-6495 or thekelleymarketinggroup.org

John Dewey Lecture. One of Burlington’s most famous sons is also one of the least well understood. Artist Frank Gonzales clears up some of the mystery, including dispelling the notion that John Dewey created the Dewey Decimal System. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, Pickering Room, 4 p.m. Contact Barbara: 865-7211.

Jericho-Underhill Lions Club Blood Drawing. The Jericho-Underhill Lions Club is sponsoring a blood drawing. As usual, donors can enjoy homemade pies and desserts after donating. Donors will receive a Free Movie Pass to Essex Cinemas and be eligible to participate in a drawing to attend a Red Sox/Yankee baseball game at Fenway Park. There is a dire need for all blood types. Donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh over 110 lbs., and be in good health. Covenant Church on Rt. 15 (Near the Essex/Jericho line across from John Leo’s). 1-6 p.m.

Thurs. Sept. 16

New! The Craft Connection. Bring a work in process and come on a drop in basis twice a month to meet other women who are working on a variety of arts and crafts projects. Essex Alliance Church Community Center, Rm. 102, 7-9 p.m. For further information contact Deb Schonberg: 879-5176 or steschon@aol.com.

The Economics of Immigration, Different Perspectives. Speakers are Dr. George J. Borjas, professor of economics and social policy at Harvard University, and Dr. Patrick Walsh, Saint Michael's College assistant professor of economics. McCarthy Arts Center, St. Michael’s College, 7 p.m.

Green Mountain Steppers Square Dance. All are invited to come square dancing. So. Burlington Tuttle Middle School, 7 p.m. Free. Contact: 879-1974, 893-4784 or www.greenmountainsteppers.org

Booked for Lunch: Andrea Rogers. Executive Director and CEO of the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, 1983-2010 discusses “Bringing the Arts to Burlington.” Sponsored by the Friends of the Fletcher Free Library. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, Fletcher Room 12 p.m. Contact Barbara: 865-7211

Fri. Sept. 17

Live Music. Charlie Messing and his Monolithic Duo will play again at the Five Corners Farmers Market from 5-6:30 p.m. The Market is open from 3:30-6:30 p.m. and is located on Lincoln Place (off Railroad Ave). www.5cornersfarmersmarket.com

Silent Auction to benefit MOVE (Mobilization of Volunteer Efforts). Gift certificates to local hotels and restaurants, framed photography, books, art work and more. Alliot Student Center lobby, St. Michael’s College. Friday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Make your own Cheese. Come make mozzarella, Farmers’ Cheese and Camembert from Raw Cows’ Milk! Class uses milk from Burlington’s newest dairy - Tamarack Hollow Farm. Presented by Rural Vermont, taught by Lea Calderon-Guthe, and in conjunction with City Market’s Eat Local Week. East Village Cohousing, Burlington, 1-4 p.m. Pre-registration required with a $20-40 sliding scale fee. All proceeds benefit Rural Vermont. Contact Rural Vermont: 223-7222 or lea@ruralvermont.org.

Sat. Sept. 18

Chicken Pie Dinner. Hosted by the Essex Junction Knights of Columbus. Dinner benefits the Essex Junction KofC Scholarship Funds. Three seatings: 5 p.m., 5:45 p.m., and 6:30 p.m. Holy Family Parish Hall, Rt. 2A, Essex Jct. Adults – $8.50, under 12 – $4, under 3 – free. Take out available. Contact Ron: 879-6989.

Free Demo- Comic Book Basics. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. In preparation for our 4th annual 24 Hour Comics Day, Rick Evans will introduce you to the basics of creating and producing story-based sequential art for web or print. Come get some great ideas on how to build your next graphic novel masterpiece, or how to at least survive the 24-hour challenge with your wits intact. Artists’ Mediums, Taft Farm Village Center, 300 Cornerstone Dr. Williston. Contact: 879-1236 or www.artistsmediums.com.

Sun. Sept. 19

The Early History of Appletree Point. The keynote speaker is Rolfe Eastman, presenting the history of his family's farm and other early homes on the Point. Free and open to the public. Ethan Allen Homestead, 3 p.m. Contact: 865-4556.

Motorcycle Ride for the Homeless. Sponsored by the Burlington Emergency Shelter. The Ride will become an annual fundraising event to benefit the programs and services provided to the homeless guests at the Shelter. Green Mountain Harley-Davidson, Essex Jct., 10:30 a.m. The Ride will travel to St. Albans, down to the Mt. Mansfield and Pleasant Valley areas, and return to the start location by early afternoon. A Pork BBQ, raffles, live music, will follow. Open to the general public. Registration fees are $35 for riders and $20 for passengers and include the Ride, BBQ and a T-Shirt. Interested in volunteering? Contact The Burlington Emergency Shelter: 862-9879.

Sunday Mass. Saint Michael's College invites the community to celebrate Mass at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. in the Chapel of St. Michael the Archangel.

Tues. Sept. 21

Call For Auditions. The Vermont-based vocal ensemble Counterpoint is looking for a few singers. We encourage classically-trained ensemble singers of all voice parts to audition. Singers should prepare a classical art song or aria and an unaccompanied folksong or similar melody; we will provide an accompanist. Auditions on Tuesday in Rutland, and Sunday, September 26, in Burlington. Contact Nathaniel Lew: 540-1784 or nlew@smcvt.edu.

Wed. Sept. 22

Essex Rotary Speaker. Jack Manning, Classic Bike Experience. The Essex 12:10 p.m.

Thurs. Sept. 23

Phoenix Writing Group. Calling all writers of all genres and of all levels of expertise, from beginner to published. Participants are invited to bring a sample of their original work for reading and discussion, as well as a favorite piece to read and share with the group. Nothing is required. Phoenix Books & Café 6-8 p.m. Free. Contact: 872-7111 or www.phoenixbooks.biz

Fri. Sept. 24

Burlington Book Festival. Friday 9/24: Noon - Endangered Alphabet Project Display Opens. Saturday 9/25: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. “On The Shoulders of Classics.” Panel with Marc Estrin, Seth Steinzor and Deborah Noyes. 12:30-1 p.m. Endangered Alphabet Project Lecture and Q&A with Tim Brookes. 1-2 p.m. “Can You Teach Creativity?”
Panel hosted by Erik Esckilsen featuring Creston Lea, Philip Baruth,
Ellen Lesser and Cinse Bonino. 2:30-3:30 p.m.”The Golden Age of Writing” Panel hosted by Tim Brookes featuring Cathy Resmer, Jay Heinrichs and Lin Stone. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, Pickering and Fletcher Rooms. Contact Barbara: 865-7211.

Sat. Sept. 25

Vermont Sings for Peace III. Counterpoint and five other Vermont choruses. First Unitarian Universalist Society, Burlington, 7 p.m.

Old Fashioned Harvest Market. Sponsored by the United Church of Underhill on September 25 and 26 on the Church grounds and the in park at Underhill Flats. Proceeds from the monthly Tag Sales and Harvest Market help to support the programs and missions of the United Church of Underhill. The Clutter Barn will continue to accept donations on Saturdays August 21 and September 11 from 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Aug. 11 being the final collection day. The “Barn” will be closed on September 4, Labor Day weekend. Contact Sharon Damkot: 899-3572 or sdamkot@msn.com; or Betty Wilson: 899-5878 or wanderingwilsons2000@yahoo.com.

Birds and Birding in Panama and the Darien. Please join us for a photographic tour of the diversity of birdlife Panama has to offer. Presented by Kimberly Sultze and Jon Hyde. This lecture is part of the Lucille Greenough Enrichment Series.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for wine and cheese. Slide lecture 7-9 p.m. Suggested donation $10. Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington. Contact Erin: 434-2167, museum@birdsofvermont.org

Harvest Market Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction. Hosted by the Calvary Episcopal Church of Underhill. Dinner will feature spaghetti with a choice of meat or vegetarian sauce, salad, garlic bread and a homemade dessert with a choice of beverages. Live music will entertain diners. Brown's River Middle School, Underhill, 4:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Tickets: Adults $7.00, Children 4-12 yrs. $4.00, Seniors $5.00. Tickets may be purchased at the door. Contact: 899-2326.

Sun. Sept. 26

Sunday Mass. Saint Michael's College invites the community to celebrate Mass at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. in the Chapel of St. Michael the Archangel.

Vermont Landscapes. The Emile A. Gruppe Gallery will hold an Artists’ Talk with Jim Gallugi and John Olson at the gallery in Jericho from 3-4 p.m. The Emile A Gruppe Gallery is open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday-Sunday or by appointment. Contact: 899-3211 or www.emilegruppegallery.com

Saxon Hill School Barn and Bake Sale. Fundraiser for Saxon Hill School. 45-Family sale with enormous quantities of quality items such as children’s toys and clothing, household goods, books, videos, sports equipment and more. Look for signs. Rte 15, Underhill Flats during Jericho/Underhill Harvest Market. Saturday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Contact: 899-3622 or 879-7994.

Jane Austen in Vermont. JASNA President Marsha Huff on “Viewing Austen through Vermeer’s Camera Obscura.” 375 Maple St., Hauke Conference Center, Champlain College, Burlington. Free and open to the public. Contact: 343-2294

Wed. Sept. 29

Haiti Medical Relief Program Talk. Presented by Kim Schmitt. Please come and ’feel’ part of Haiti with Kim. There will be Haitian Art work, coffee and spices available to appreciate or purchase.Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, Fletcher Room, 7 p.m. Contact Barbara: 865-7211.

Thurs. Sept. 30

Annual Art Contest Deadline. Submissions close on September 30 for our Annual Art Contest. For entry details, see http://www.birdsofvermont.org/art_contest.php. Contact Kirsten: 434-2167, museum@birdsofvermont.org 

Sat. Oct. 2

Free Enterprise Farming Workshop Series. From Cow to Customer: Producing Raw Milk for Direct Sale. Rural Vermont hosts this on-farm workshop and invites current and aspiring farmers to tour one of a growing number of farms who are operating a successful raw milk microdairy. See, share, and learn best practices for the production and direct sale of up to 50 quarts of raw milk per day. Bunker Farm, East Dummerston, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Brown bag lunch, $10 for Rural Vermont members, $20 all else. Space is limited – RSVP by calling 223-7222 or shelby@ruralvermont.org.

Wed. Oct. 6

Open Mic Night. Check out the local talent at your local, independent bookstore! Want to be the local talent? Phoenix is currently seeking currently seeking poets, musicians, singers, storytellers, and comics for this date. Call 872-7111 to sign up. Phoenix Books & Café, Essex, 6-8 p.m. Free

Essex Rotary Speaker. Giles Willey, CEO, Vermont Systems, Inc. The Essex 12:10 p.m.

Thurs. Oct. 7

Phoenix Writing Group. Calling all writers of all genres and of all levels of expertise, from beginner to published. Participants are invited to bring a sample of their original work for reading and discussion, as well as a favorite piece to read and share with the group. Nothing is required. Phoenix Books & Café 6-8 p.m. Free. Contact: 872-7111 or www.phoenixbooks.biz

Sat. Oct. 9

Archer Mayor. A reading and autographing. Mystery fans have a treat in store when Archer Mayor, author of the highly acclaimed, Vermont-based mystery series featuring detective Joe Gunther, returns to Phoenix Books. Phoenix Books & Café 7 p.m. Free. Contact: 872-7111 or www.phoenixbooks.biz

Wed. Oct. 13

Phoenix Books Knit Night. All skill levels welcome, crocheters, too! Phoenix Books & Café 6-8 p.m. Free. Contact: 872-7111 or www.phoenixbooks.biz

Thurs. Oct. 21

Phoenix Writing Group. Calling all writers of all genres and of all levels of expertise, from beginner to published. Participants are invited to bring a sample of their original work for reading and discussion, as well as a favorite piece to read and share with the group. Nothing is required. Phoenix Books & Café 6-8 p.m. Free. Contact: 872-7111 or www.phoenixbooks.biz

Fri. Oct. 22

The Vermont International Film Festival. VTIFF has announced this year’s festival will include the U.S. premiere of “TV Serrana,” a collection of indigenously-made Cuban documentaries. Directors, producers, actors, and critics will be on hand before and after films to provide discussions and unique perspectives on today’s cinema. The 2010 festival will run from Friday, through Sunday, October 31 at Palace 9 Cinemas in South Burlington. Contact Deb: 660-2600 or info@vtiff.org.

The 22nd installment of the Flynn’s smash comedy series Stand Up, Sit Down, and Laugh features local comedy talents in side-splitting performances in FlynnSpace on Tuesday, Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m.

This latest installment of Stand Up, Sit Down, and Laugh features series veterans and regional favorites Josie Leavitt, Tracie Spencer, Colin Ryan, and Oliver Barkley.

Ticket Information

Tickets for this performance are $11 and are available in person at the FlynnTix Regional Box Office window at 153 Main Street, Burlington; by calling 86-FLYNN/863-5966, voice/relay calls welcome; or on-line at www.flynncenter.org. Box office hours are Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., and on show days the Box Office reopens a half-hour before show time. Tickets are also available in person at Copy Ship Fax Plus in Essex Junction (M-F 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-12 p.m.)

A night of comedy at FlynnSpace

with Stand Up, Sit Down, and Laugh