Sand Mandala Painting
Monks from Namgyal Monastery use colored grains of sand to create an intricate circular design, whose ultimate destruction symbolizes impermanence and nonattachment. April 9-16, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Wed., April 16, 5 p.m. at Fleming Museum, UVM in Burlington. Regular admission; $3-5Full Circle Festival
100 events that address the art and heart of aging. The festivities open on Saturday with the construction of a Native American medicine wheel and continue through Sunday, with activities ranging from film, food and fitness to talks, theater and beyond. Fri., April 11, 7-8 p.m., Sat., April 12, 8 a.m.-9:30 p.m. and Sun., April 13, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at Various locations in Burlington. $15-20; $35 festival pass; daytime events free for kids under 12. More info: http://www.fullcirclefestival.comFull Circle Festival: Naomi Shihab Nye
Kicking off the weekend festival, the award-winning poet reads original material, then presents "A Shadow or a Friend: How Words Travel With Us All the Way." A reception and book signing follow. Fri., April 11, 7 p.m. at Ira Allen Chapel, UVM in Burlington. $25.Queen City Tango Practilonga
Dancers kick off the weekend with improvisation, camaraderie and laughter. No partner necessary, but clean, smooth-soled shoes required. Beginner lesson, 7-7:45 p.m.; informal dancing, 7:30-10 p.m. Fridays, 7-10 p.m. at North End Studio B in Burlington. $7.Rock Point School Fundraiser Dinner & Silent Auction
Diners share a meal, then bid on a wide array of items at this benefit for the school featuring music, tours, and a student art show. Fri., April 11, 6-7:30 p.m. at Rock Point School in Burlington. $30; preregister: http://www.rockpointschool.orgBest of the Burlington Writers Workshop 2014
Readings, live music, games and more honor the area's top literary talent, as featured in BWW's second annual anthology. Fri., April 11, 6:30 p.m. at BCA Center in Burlington. Free; cash bar.Creative Writing Workshop
Wordsmiths develop their craft in a supportive environment. Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., Fridays, 10:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. and Mondays, 6:30 p.m. Continues through April 28 at Studio 266 in Burlington. Free; preregister & details: www.burlingtonwritersworkshop.comQueen City Contras
Sarah Blair and Colin McCaffrey dole out live tunes while Sarah VanNorstrand calls the steps. Beginner session, 7:45 p.m.; dance, 8-11 p.m. Fri., April 11, 8 p.m. at Edmunds School Gymnasium in Burlington. $8; free for kids under 12.The Teetotallers
Combining charm and technical brilliance, the trio of Irish musicians perform traditional tunes from the Emerald Isle. Pre-performance talk, 6:30 p.m.; concert, 7:30 p.m. Fri., April 11, 7:30 p.m. at UVM Recital Hall, Redstone Campus in Burlington. $16-28.Music with Robert
Music lovers of all ages join sing-alongs with Robert Resnik. Daycare programs welcome with one caregiver for every two children. Fridays, 10:30-11 a.m. Continues through April 25 at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free; groups must preregister.Laughter Club
Breathe, clap, chant and ... giggle! Participants decrease stress with this playful practice. Bring personal water. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. at The Wellness Co-op in Burlington. Free.'Voices Across the Divide'
Director Alice Rothchild hosts a screening of her documentary about the experience of Palestinian refugees living stateside. A discussion follows. Fri., April 11, 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul's Cathedral in Burlington. Free.'Les Misérables'
The adventures of ex-convict Jean Valjean in 19th-century France come to life onstage in Lyric Theatre's musical adaptation of Victor Hugo's novel. Thu., April 10, 7:30 p.m., Fri., April 11, 7:30 p.m., Sat., April 12, 1 & 7:30 p.m. and Sun., April 13, 1 p.m. at Flynn MainStage in Burlington. $21-35Saturday, April 12th, 2014
Full Circle Festival
100 events that address the art and heart of aging. The festivities open on Saturday with the construction of a Native American medicine wheel and continue through Sunday, with activities ranging from film, food and fitness to talks, theater and beyond. Sat., April 12, 8 a.m.-9:30 p.m. and Sun., April 13, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at Various locations in Burlington. $15-20; $35 festival pass; daytime events free for kids under 12. More info: http://www.fullcirclefestival.comSand Mandala Painting
Monks from Namgyal Monastery use colored grains of sand to create an intricate circular design, whose ultimate destruction symbolizes impermanence and nonattachment. April 9-16, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Wed., April 16, 5 p.m. at Fleming Museum, UVM in Burlington. Regular admission; $3-5Greek Pastry Sale & Dinner
Phyllo-dough delights such as baklava and spinach pie complement hearty offerings of chicken souvlaki and beef gyros. Pastry sale, 10 a.m.; dinner and takeout, 11 a.m. Sat., April 12, 10 a.m. at Greek Orthodox Church Community Center in Burlington. Cost of foodECHO Earth Week's MudFest
Families celebrate muck in all its glory with 16 days of themed activities, games, "Muddy Music" and mud flinging. April 12-27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 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.ECHO Story Explorers: Turtles
What makes these reptiles tick? Little ones learn about the slow-moving creatures with themed reads and a scavenger hunt. Sat., April 12, 10:30-11 a.m. at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Free with admission, $9.50-12.50.Saturday Story Time
Families gather for imaginative tales. Saturdays, 11 a.m. at Phoenix Books Burlington in Burlington. Free.Digital Video Editing
Final Cut Pro users learn basic concepts of the most recent version of the editing software. Prerequisite of VCAM Access Orientation or equivalent, or instructor's permission. Sat., April 12, 11 a.m., Sat., April 26, 11 a.m., Sat., May 10, 11 a.m., Sat., May 24, 11 a.m., Sat., June 14, 11 a.m. and Sat., June 28, 11 a.m. at VCAM Studio in Burlington. Free.R.I.P.P.E.D.
Resistance, intervals, power, plyometrics, endurance and diet define this high-intensity physical-fitness program. Saturdays, 9-10 a.m. Continues through May 31 at North End Studio A in Burlington. $10.3D Printing, Designing & Scanning With Blu-Bin
Instruction in basic programs teaches attendees how to build digital models of their ideas. Saturdays, 12-1:30 p.m. at Blu-Bin in Burlington. Free; preregister: http://www.meetup.com/Blu-Bin-Events-Burlington-VT/Ciaran Buckley
Referencing his work in Germany, the attorney considers the relationship between Europe and the U.S. transatlantic trade and investment partnership. Sat., April 12, 3 p.m. at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.Vermont Stage Company 20th Anniversary Gala
Festive music and dancing entertain theater lovers, who nosh on gourmet hors d'oeuvres and honor two decades of VSC with presenters Blake Robison and Mark Nash. Sat., April 12, 6:30 p.m. at Burlington Country Club in Burlington. $50; preregister; cash bar.Wine & Cheese Tasting
Thunder Kittens "Lite" entertain oenophiles, who sip palate-pleasing varietals and sample fromage. Sat., April 12, 7 p.m. at East Shore Vineyard Tasting Room in Burlington. Free.Vermont Virtuosi
Flutist Laurel Ann Maurer, clarinetist Karen Luttik and pianist Claire Black and guests illuminate works by Gabriel Fauré and others in "Quintessence." Sat., April 12, 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Burlington. $5-10 suggested donation.Swing Dance With Pine Street Jazz
Folks of all skill levels don clean-soled shoes and put their best foot forward at this informal groove session. Sat., April 12, 8 p.m. at Champlain Club in Burlington. $10-15.'Les Misérables'
The adventures of ex-convict Jean Valjean in 19th-century France come to life onstage in Lyric Theatre's musical adaptation of Victor Hugo's novel. Thu., April 10, 7:30 p.m., Fri., April 11, 7:30 p.m., Sat., April 12, 1 & 7:30 p.m. and Sun., April 13, 1 p.m. at Flynn MainStage in Burlington. $21-35.Sunday, April 13th, 2014
Full Circle Festival
100 events that address the art and heart of aging. The festivities open on Saturday with the construction of a Native American medicine wheel and continue through Sunday, with activities ranging from film, food and fitness to talks, theater and beyond. Sun., April 13, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at Various locations in Burlington. $15-20; $35 festival pass; daytime events free for kids under 12. More info: http://www.fullcirclefestival.comSand Mandala Painting
Monks from Namgyal Monastery use colored grains of sand to create an intricate circular design, whose ultimate destruction symbolizes impermanence and nonattachment. April 9-16, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Wed., April 16, 5 p.m. at Fleming Museum, UVM in Burlington. Regular admission; $3-5ECHO Earth Week's MudFest
Families celebrate muck in all its glory with 16 days of themed activities, games, "Muddy Music" and mud flinging. April 12-27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 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.Easter Egg Hunt
Kids search for festive treats hidden in the fields. Pony rides, crafts and snacks round out the fun. Sun., April 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at UVM Horse Farm in South Burlington. Burlington. Free; $3 pony rides.Ukrainian Egg Painting Demo
Theresa Somerset creates elaborate works of art using an ancient wax-resist technique. Sun., April 13, 12-2 p.m. at Frog Hollow in Burlington. Free.Champlain College Wellness Day
Folks align body and mind with fitness classes, healthy fare, personal training, chair massage and more. Sun., April 13, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at IDX Student Life Center, Champlain College in Burlington. FreeUniversity of Vermont Concert Band
Thomas Toner conducts a varied program featuring student musicians. Sun., April 13, 3-4:30 p.m. at UVM Recital Hall, Redstone Campus in Burlington. Free.Ukulele Mele
Lovers of the Hawaiian instrument convene for a strumming session. For ages 10 and up. Fletcher Room. Sun., April 13, 4:30 p.m. and Sun., April 27, 4:30 p.m. at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.Israeli Folk Dancing
All ages and skill levels convene for circle and line dances, which are taught, reviewed and prompted. No partner necessary, but clean, soft-soled shoes are required. Every other Sunday, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Ohavi Zedek Synagogue in Burlington. $2; free first session.French Conversation Group: Dimanches
Parlez-vous français? Speakers practice the tongue at a casual, drop-in chat. Local History Room. Sundays, 4-5:30 p.m. Continues through May 25 at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.Homework Help
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Science students assist first through eighth graders with reading, math and science assignments. Sundays, 12-4:30 p.m. and Tuesdays, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Continues through April 29 at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.Women's Pickup Soccer
Quick-footed ladies of varying skill levels break a sweat while stringing together passes and making runs for the goal. Sundays, 6-8 p.m. Continues through April 27 at Robert Miller Community & Recreation Center in Burlington. $3; for women ages 18 and up.'Les Misérables'
The adventures of ex-convict Jean Valjean in 19th-century France come to life onstage in Lyric Theatre's musical adaptation of Victor Hugo's novel. Thu., April 10, 7:30 p.m., Fri., April 11, 7:30 p.m., Sat., April 12, 1 & 7:30 p.m. and Sun., April 13, 1 p.m. at Flynn MainStage in Burlington. $21-35.---------------------
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