There is much to do in Burlington, Vermont. Below is a sample of the some of the events happening in Burlington this weekend...
Friday, October 19, 2012
Queen City Tango Milonga
No partner is required for welcoming the weekend in the Argentine tradition. Wear clean, soft-soled shoes. Friday, October 19, 9–11:30PM at North End Studio B in Burlington. $7.
'Nosferatu'
The Andrew Alden Ensemble deliver an eerie live score to F.W. Murnau's 1922 Gothic horror film, based on the Dracula story. Friday, October 19, 7PM at Merrill's Roxy Cinemas in Burlington. $15.
Queen City Ghostwalk: Darkness Falls
Chills and thrills await as paranormal historian Thea Lewis recaps the city's dark and twisted past. Meet at the steps. Friday, October 19, 7PM at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. $13.50; arrive 10 minutes before start time.
Stealing From Work
The sketch-comedy troupe offers "immature humor for mature audiences only." Friday, October 19, 8PM at Off Center for the Dramatic Arts in Burlington. $15; not appropriate for kids.
DsantosVT Salsa Dance Party
The biggest Latin dance social in the state features only the best in live salsa, cha-cha, bachata, merengue, reggaeton and kizomba music. Free lessons, 8 -9 p.m.; music, 9 p.m.-midnight. Friday, October 19, 8PM at North End Studios in Burlington. $5; cash bar.
'Eat My Art Out'
Paul Besaw, Christal Brown, Toby McNutt and Tiffany Rhynard unveil choreographic works-in-progress. Audience feedback and refreshments follow. Ballroom. Friday, October 19, 8PM at Southwick Hall, UVM in Burlington. Donations accepted.
Preschool Story Hour
As part of the ongoing "Race: Are We So Different?" exhibit, little ones learn about race and racism through literature and personal stories. Friday, October 19, 11AM at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Regular admission, $9.50-12.50; free for kids ages 2 and under.
Procrastination Annihilation
From weight loss to leadership development, seekers of success sample Dr. Steve Taubman's cutting-edge program designed to produce results in business and personal life. Friday, October 19, 8:30AM–5PM at Bishop Booth Conference Center in Burlington. $30 (can be waived for hardship; call for details).
Caitlin Boyle
As part of the Vermont International Film Festival, the speaker draws on her industry experience to present steps for using grassroots communication with digital tools in the distribution of independent films. Friday, October 19, 2PM at Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $5-10.
Colin Trevorrow & Ryan Miller
Bringing local talent to the Vermont International Film Festival, this director-musician duo discusses their collaboration on the score for Safety Not Guaranteed and the difference between writing music for live performances versus the big screen. Friday, October 19, 4PM at Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $5-10.
Fernanda Rossi
The acclaimed author and documentary expert joins the Vermont International Film Festival with a two-part presentation. Attendees learn how verbal, written and audiovisual representation affects fundraising, after which previously selected filmmakers will participate in a "clinic" on their works-in-progress. Friday, October 19, 11AM at Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $5-10.
'Boom'
With a comet on a collision course toward Earth, a scientist locks himself and his date in a fallout shelter to save the human species in this existential comedy from Vermont Stage Company. Friday, October 19, 7:30PM at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $24.30-32.50.
Saturday, October 20, 2012
Samplings of Vermont's Best
Artisans and food producers demonstrate their craft and offer tastings on a weekly basis. Their wares are for sale seven days a week. Saturday, October 20, 11AM–4PM at Vermont Artisans Craft Gallery, Burlington Town Center in Burlington. Free.
Stealing From Work
The sketch-comedy troupe offers "immature humor for mature audiences only." Saturday, October 20: 6PM, 8PM at Off Center for the Dramatic Arts in Burlington. $15; not appropriate for kids.
Folding for Food Demo
Ten-year-old Val Laverty and his brother illustrate the art of origami as they fashion intricate paper ornaments to benefit the Vermont Foodbank. Saturday, October 20, 12–3PM at Vermont Artisans Craft Gallery, Burlington Town Center in Burlington. Donations accepted.
Rozalia Project: Marine Debris Cleanup
Volunteers pull on their gloves, pick up trash and collect data to further the understanding of water pollution in Vermont. Meet at the natural area about a quarter-mile north of the parking lot. Saturday, October 20, 10AM–12PM at Starr Farm Athletic Field in Burlington. Free.
John Dewey Day
Artist Frank Gonzalez helps fans of the Burlington-raised educator-philosopher mark his birthday by fashioning paper masks before a parade down Church Street. Saturday, October 20, 10AM–12PM at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.
Preservation Burlington Historic Walking Tour
Walkers and gawkers see the Queen City through an architectural and historic perspective. Meet in front of Burlington City Hall. Saturday, October 20, 11AM at Church Street Marketplace in Burlington. $10 suggested donation.
Queen City Ghostwalk: Darkness Falls
Chills and thrills await as paranormal historian Thea Lewis recaps the city's dark and twisted past. Meet at the steps. Saturday, October 20, 7PM at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. $13.50; arrive 10 minutes before start time.
'Nosferatu'
The Andrew Alden Ensemble deliver an eerie live score to F.W. Murnau's 1922 Gothic horror film, based on the Dracula story. Saturday, October 20, 7PM at Merrill's Roxy Cinemas in Burlington. $15.
Historic Tour of UVM
Folks register online, then meet at Ira Allen's statue to tour the campus' modest early clapboards and grand Victorians, led by professor emeritus William Averyt. Saturday, October 6, 10AM at University Green, UVM in Burlington. Free.
'The Invisible War'
This documentary from Oscar-nominated filmmaker Kirby Dick breaks open one of the most under-reported stories of our generation as it paints a startling picture of the epidemic of rape within the U.S. military. A discussion follows the screening. Saturday, October 20, 8–10PM at North End Studios in Burlington. Free.
Burlington Farmers Market
More than 90 stands overflow with seasonal produce, flowers, artisan wares and prepared foods. Saturday, October 20, 8:30AM–2PM at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. Free.
Annual Chicken Pie Supper
Savory pies, served piping hot, make for a meal of classic comfort food. Saturday, October 20, 6PM at First Baptist Church in Burlington. $5-10; reservations required.
Blue Bandana Chocolate Maker Launch
Confectioner Eric Lampman transforms raw cocoa beans into finished chocolate bars at the launch of a new Lake Champlain Chocolates product line designed to celebrate American craftsmanship. Saturday, October 20, 12–4PM at Lake Champlain Chocolates in Burlington. Free.
Unlocking the Nutrients
Turkey Hill Farm's Margaret Osha demonstrates the age-old — but newly popular — method for soaking grains, nuts and beans as foodies prepare a local chili, pot of brown rice and tasty dessert. Saturday, October 20, 11AM–1PM at McClure MultiGenerational Center in Burlington. $5-10; preregister.
Ooky Spooky Run
Costumed racers pound 3- or 5K trails to the beach to win prizes and raise money for COTS. Saturday, October 20, 8:30–10AM at Rock Point School in Burlington. $10; $25 per family; preregister.
Open Media Workshop
Professional or novice film editors learn about various programs for mixing and enhancing all of their video assets into a single project. Saturday, October 20, 2–4PM at VCAM Studio in Burlington. Free.
VCAM Access Orientation
Video-production hounds learn basic concepts and nomenclature at an overview of VCAM facilities, policies and procedures. Saturday, October 20, 11AM–1PM at VCAM Studio in Burlington. Free.
'Boom'
With a comet on a collision course toward Earth, a scientist locks himself and his date in a fallout shelter to save the human species in this existential comedy from Vermont Stage Company. Saturday, October 20: 2PM, 7:30PM at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $24.30-32.50.
Patricia Livingston & Gretchen Gross
The authors of But Dad! A Survival Guide for Single Fathers of Tween and Teen Daughters offer insight on the feminine mystique. Saturday, October 20, 2PM at Phoenix Books Burlington in Burlington. Free.
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Local Motion's Annual Party
Wood-fired flatbreads, sled-dog rides, a bicycle carousel, Zero Gravity beer and kids games celebrate people-powered transportation and 13 years of this local nonprofit. Farm Barn. Sunday, October 21, 3–6PM at Intervale Center in Burlington. $5; free for members; RSVP.
'Treasured Stories: Eric Carle'
International Mermaid Theatre Company brings three of the acclaimed writer's most popular characters — a brown bear, a caterpillar and a moon — to life with superb puppet artistry. An enchanting musical score complements the magic of the black-light set. Sunday, October 21, 3PM at Flynn MainStage in Burlington. $15- 22.
French Conversation Group: Dimanches
Parlez-vous français? Speakers practice the tongue at a casual, drop-in chat. Sunday, October 21, 4–5:30PM at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.
Women's Pickup Soccer
Ladies of all abilities break a sweat while passing around the spherical polyhedron. Sunday, October 21, 6–8PM at Miller Community and Recreation Center in Burlington. $3; for women ages 18 and up.
'Boom'
With a comet on a collision course toward Earth, a scientist locks himself and his date in a fallout shelter to save the human species in this existential comedy from Vermont Stage Company. Sunday, October 21, 2PM at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $24.30-32.50.
'How I Learned to Drive'
Presented by the UVM Department of Theatre, Paula Vogel's memory play is a funny and harrowing look at one young woman's path to adulthood. Sunday, October 7, 2PM at Royall Tyler Theatre, UVM in Burlington. $7-18.
'Kimberly Akimbo'
Richard Waterhouse and 2nd Act Productions present David Lindsay-Abaire's dark comedy about a 16-year-old girl who, suffering from progeria, ages about four times faster than she should. Sunday, October 7, 7:30PM at Off Center for the Dramatic Arts in Burlington. $15.
'The Odd Couple (Female Version)'
Girls Nite Out Productions presents Neil Simon's beloved comedy, revised for a female cast. Sunday, October 7: 2PM, 6:30PM at Black Box Theater, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $18-20.
Abigail Gehring
As part of Eat Local Week, the extremely competent author of The Ultimate Self- Sufficiency Handbook: A Complete Guide to Baking, Crafts, Gardening, Preserving Your Harvest, Raising Animals and More makes yogurt cheese at a book signing and demo. Sunday, October 7, 2PM at Phoenix Books Burlington in Burlington. Free.
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Events listing source: SevenDaysVT
