Events in Burlington, Vermont – November 2nd - 4th

There is much to do in Burlington, Vermont.  Below is a sample of the some of the events happening in Burlington this weekend...

Friday, November 2, 2012

Queen City Tango Milonga

No partner is required for welcoming the weekend in the Argentine tradition. Wear clean, soft-soled shoes. Friday, November 2, 7–10PM at North End Studio B in Burlington. $7.

Memorial Celebration for Marc Awodey

Folks honor the life and work of the recently deceased Vermont artist with spoken words, poetry, reminiscences, music and visual art. Friday, November 2, 5–8PM at Unitarian Church in Burlington. Free; email awodey@cmu.edu or pegtassey@gmail.com to secure a spot in the program if planning to share.

West African Dance & Drum Festival

World-renowned teachers and musicians join Burlington’s Jeh Kulu Dance and Drum Theater in four days of classes and performances. Burlington City Hall Auditorium and Memorial Auditorium. Friday, November 2, 12:45–8:45PM at Various locations in Burlington. Concert tickets are $10-15; see specific class costs and a full schedule online at jehkulu.org.

REEL ROCK 7

Adventure hounds indulge in local craft beer and snacks while taking in the latest releases of short films featuring the superstars of the rock-climbing world. Friday, November 2, 7–10PM at Petra Cliffs in Burlington. $10-12.

Forza: The Samurai Sword Workout

Folks channel their inner warrior in an intense fitness class building strength and power. Friday, November 2, 9–10AM at North End Studio A in Burlington. $8-10.

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, November 2, 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.

Presidential Race Public Debate

Election season continues strong as UVM's Lawrence Debate Union hosts a verbal student spar about the presidential race. Room 235. Friday, November 2, 7PM at Marsh Life Science Building, UVM in Burlington. Free.

'Serial Lovers — Flakes We Have Known'

Champlain professor Cinse Bonino's collection of short works, debuted by Champlain Theatre, explores the common lies, truths and misconceptions of modern-day relationships. Friday, November 2, 8PM at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $5-15; free for Champlain students with school ID.

'The Arabian Nights'

A king afraid of infidelity ruthlessly executes a new wife every morning ... until he weds a sly storyteller known as Scheherazade in this enchanting production by UVM Theatre. Friday, November 2, 7:30PM at Royall Tyler Theatre, UVM in Burlington. $7-18.

Saturday, November 3, 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, November 3, 11AM–4PM at Vermont Artisans Craft Gallery, Burlington Town Center in Burlington. Free.

'Unraveling and Turning: A Climate Change Cabaret'

Can song, dance, puppetry and comedy help save the planet? Jen Berger, Kathryn Blume, Cami Davis, Lyndsay Love and others raise awareness of the environmental crisis through varied acts of performing arts. Proceeds benefit 350 Vermont. Saturday, November 3, 8PM at Off Center for the Dramatic Arts in Burlington. $10.

West African Dance & Drum Festival

World-renowned teachers and musicians join Burlington’s Jeh Kulu Dance and Drum Theater in four days of classes and performances. Burlington City Hall Auditorium and Memorial Auditorium. Saturday, November 3, 10AM–10PM at Various locations in Burlington. Concert tickets are $10-15; see specific class costs and a full schedule online at jehkulu.org.

Burlington Winter Farmers Market

Farmers, artisans and producers offer fresh and prepared foods, crafts, and more in a bustling indoor marketplace with live music, lunch seating and face painting. Saturday, November 3, 10AM–2PM at Memorial Auditorium in Burlington. Free.

Medicinal Mushrooms for Health & Vitality

Dietitian and nutritionist Sylvia Gaboriault reviews the immune-boosting and disease-preventing properties of edible fungus. Saturday, November 3, 10–11:30AM at City Market in Burlington. $5-10; preregister.

Greening Your School: Pathways to Sustainability

Members of the Vermont Green Building Network discuss how parents, teachers and concerned citizens can propel buildings toward improved efficiency and health, and reduced operating expenses. Saturday, November 3, 1:30–2:30PM at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.

'Sundiata: King of the Mali Empire'

The high-energy Jeh Kulu Dance and Drum Theater continue the West African Dance & Drum Festival with a ballet, the historical tale of a prince's ascension to the throne. Saturday, November 3, 8PM at Burlington City Hall Auditorium in Burlington. $5-15; free for kids under 3.

'Serial Lovers — Flakes We Have Known'

Champlain professor Cinse Bonino's collection of short works, debuted by Champlain Theatre, explores the common lies, truths and misconceptions of modern-day relationships. Saturday, November 3, 8PM at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $5-15; free for Champlain students with school ID.

'The Arabian Nights'

A king afraid of infidelity ruthlessly executes a new wife every morning ... until he weds a sly storyteller known as Scheherazade in this enchanting production by UVM Theatre. Saturday, November 3: 2PM, 7:30PM at Royall Tyler Theatre, UVM in Burlington. $7-18.

Bonnie Tocher Clause

The author of Edward Hopper in Vermont uses slides to paint a picture of the artist's summer sojourns to our fair state. Saturday, November 3, 7PM at Phoenix Books Burlington in Burlington. Free.

Sunday, November 4, 2012

Indoor Gardening

Localvores learn the steps to harvesting tender pea shoots, crunchy radishes and broccoli greens from gardening guru Peter Burke. Sunday, November 4, 11AM–12:30PM at City Market in Burlington. $10-12; preregister.

Sacred Circle Dancing

No experience and no partners are necessary for these ancient and modern movement patterns set to gentle, slow, international music. Suitable for all adults, including seniors. Sunday, November 4, 3–5PM at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.

Tropical Fish Club of Burlington Auction

Fish fans bid on tropical swimmers, aquarium plants and manufacturers' donations. Sunday, November 4, 12PM at VFW Post in Burlington. Free.

West African Dance & Drum Festival

World-renowned teachers and musicians join Burlington’s Jeh Kulu Dance and Drum Theater in four days of classes and performances. Burlington City Hall Auditorium and Memorial Auditorium. Sunday, November 4, 10AM–5:45PM at Various locations in Burlington. Concert tickets are $10-15; see specific class costs and a full schedule online at jehkulu.org.

Nia Class

Blending Eastern and Western movement, concepts and philosophy into a powerful practice, this session with Suzy Finnefrock inspires health, fitness, and exploration of human potential and purpose. Sunday, November 4, 9–10AM at South End Studio in Burlington. $13.

French Conversation Group: Dimanches

Parlez-vous français? Speakers practice the tongue at a casual, drop-in chat. Sunday, November 4, 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, November 4, 6–8PM at Miller Community and Recreation Center in Burlington. $3; for women ages 18 and up.

Staged Reading of 'Spark'

MOXIE Productions breathes life into Caridad Svich's contemporary drama about the messy aftermath of a recent war. A panel discussion follows. Sunday, November 4, 2PM at BCA Center in Burlington. Free.

Christina Rosalie

Mindful listeners learn about an antidote to life's fast pace from the author of A Field Guide to Now. Sunday, November 4, 2PM at Phoenix Books Burlington in Burlington. Free.

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Events listing source: SevenDaysVT