Events in Burlington, Vermont – April 26th – 28th

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

Friday, April 26, 2013

Remember Chernobyl

Burlington Quakers hold a silent vigil and walk up Church Street to remember victims of the 1986 nuclear reactor explosion, which spread radiation as far as Vermont. Friday, April 26, 12–1PM at Burlington City Hall in Burlington. Free.

Queen City Tango Milonga

No partner is required for welcoming the weekend in the Argentine tradition. Wear clean, soft-soled shoes. Introductory session, 7-7:45 p.m.; dance, 7:45-10 p.m. Friday, April 26, 7–10PM at North End Studios in Burlington. $7.

Swing Dance

Quick-footed participants get moving in different styles, including the lindy hop, charleston and balboa. Indoor shoes required. Friday, April 26, 8:30AM– 11PM at Champlain Club in Burlington. $5.

ECHO Earth Week's MudFest

Families celebrate spring in all its glory with nine days of themed activities, games, "Muddy Music" and a mud-flinging event. Friday, April 26, 10AM–4PM at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Regular admission, $9.50-12.50; $7.50-10.50 for Vermont and New York residents with ID; free for kids 2 and under.

'Of Two Minds'

Doug Blush and Lisa Klein's compelling documentary sheds light on the lives of people living with bipolar disorder. Proceeds benefit the Vermont branch of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. A discussion follows. Friday, April 26, 7–10PM at Film House, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $15-20.

Alex Stewart

The UVM professor of music presents a preshow lecture about Lila Downs' musical and cultural explorations of her roots in Oaxaca, Mexico. Friday, April 26, 6:30PM at FlynnSpace in Burlington. Free.

Festival Dionysia

Led by Ryan Howland, a processional beginning at UVM's Royal Tyler Theatre culminates in an outdoor performance that channels the scenery, costumes and acting of Greece's classical period. Processional, 5 p.m.; performance, 6 p.m. Friday, April 26, 5PM at University Heights, UVM in Burlington. Free.

'Good People'

Tara Lee Downs directs this Vermont Stage Company production of David Lindsay Abaire's Tony Award-winning play about high-school sweethearts who reunite 30 years later under less-than-ideal circumstances. Friday, April 26, 7:30PM at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $24.30-32.50.

Lizzy Fox Album Release Party

Writers and musicians convene to celebrate the Burlington-based performance poet's first spoken-word album, Coming To. Friday, April 26, 9–11:59PM at ArtsRiot Gallery in Burlington. $5; for ages 18 and up.

'Stand Against Racism' Poetry Open Mic Night

Writers of all experience levels share verse and other literature related to the experience of oppression. Friday, April 26, 7–9PM at Black Box Theater, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $5 suggested donation.

Saturday, April 27, 2013

Day in the Dirt

Green thumbs join the Vermont Community Garden Network to prep 10 public plots for spring planting. A barbecue follows. Meet at garden sites, 9 a.m.; project work, 9:30 a.m.-noon; lunch, noon-1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 27, 9AM–1:30PM at Various locations in Burlington. Free; see burlingtongardens.org for details

Science Fiction Conference

Attendees celebrate the 75th anniversary of Joseph Campbell's first publication of Astounding Science Fiction with academic discussions related to the genre's golden age. Saturday, April 27, 10AM–4PM at Old Mill Building, UVM in Burlington. Free; preregister.

DsantosVT Salsa Dance Party

Energetic Latin rhythms get feet moving and hips shaking. Free lessons, 8-9 p.m.; music, 9 p.m.-midnight. Saturday, April 27, 8–11:59PM at North End Studios in Burlington. $5.

Burlington College Open House

Community members mingle with staff and faculty, and tour the campus following the induction of Christine Plunkett as the institution's fifth president. Saturday, April 27, 2:30PM at Burlington College in Burlington. Free.

ECHO Earth Weeks' MudFest

Families celebrate spring in all its glory with nine days of themed activities, games, "Muddy Music" and a mud-flinging event. Saturday, April 27, 10AM–4PM at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Regular admission, $9.50-12.50; $7.50-10.50 for Vermont and New York residents with ID; free for kids 2 and under.

'A Moment in Her Story: Stories From the Boston Women's Movement' & 'Lesbiana: A Parallel Revolution'

This double feature of documentaries by Catherine Russo and Myriam Fougère grants audiences access to feminist activism of the 1960s and ’70s. Saturday, April 27, 5PM at Film House, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $5-15.

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, April 27, 10AM–2PM at Memorial Auditorium in Burlington. Free.

Saturday Story Time

Families celebrate the written word as imaginative tales are read aloud. Saturday, April 27, 11AM at Phoenix Books Burlington in Burlington. Free.

Introduction to PowerPoint

Participants learn the basics of the slide-show software and create a simple presentation with Ted Horton. Prior attendance at the Intro to Microsoft Word Workshop or program familiarity required. Saturday, April 27, 10–11:30AM at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. $3 suggested donation.

'Vermont's Energy Choices: Old Dirty Problems; Clean Energy Solutions'

Kate Sinding of the Natural Resources Defense Council joins European cooperative-energy experts Andreas Wieg and Dirk Vansintjan in a presentation of sustainable options for powering the future. Saturday, April 27, 1:30–3:45PM at Billings Hall, UVM in Burlington. Free.

'Good People'

Tara Lee Downs directs this Vermont Stage Company production of David Lindsay Abaire's Tony Award-winning play about high-school sweethearts who reunite 30 years later under less-than-ideal circumstances. Saturday, April 27: 2PM, 7:30PM at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $24.30-32.50.

'STOMP'

Using anything but traditional drums, this troupe of eight percussionists keeps the beat with everything from brooms to hubcaps. Saturday, April 27, 8PM at Flynn MainStage in Burlington. $25-55.

'Horror in Hyannis'

A student-written and directed spoof of horror films presented by the University Players. Not recommended for children under age 13. Suggested donation: $5 at the door. Royall Tyler Theatre, UVM, Burlington, 7 p.m.

Daniel Lusk

The poet celebrates the release of his audiobook The Inland Sea, created in collaboration with the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum. Saturday, April 27, 7PM at Phoenix Books Burlington in Burlington. Free.

Sunday, April 28, 2013

Paul Simon & Charlie Nardozzi

The landscape architect and master gardener discuss the techniques featured in their new book, Urban Gardening for Dummies. Sunday, April 28, 3PM at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.

Square-Foot Gardening

Master gardener Peter Burke provides tips for successful soil, grid planting, plot maintenance and more. Sunday, April 28, 3–4:30PM at City Market in Burlington. $5-10; preregister at citymarket.coop; limited space

Citizen Science Day

Presentations from local professionals teach nature lovers how to transform their passion into action with the monitoring of water quality, bird life and more. Sunday, April 28, 10AM–3PM at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Free with admission; $9.50-12.50.

ECHO Earth Weeks' MudFest

Families celebrate spring in all its glory with nine days of themed activities, games, "Muddy Music" and a mud-flinging event. Sunday, April 28, 10AM–4PM at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Regular admission, $9.50-12.50; $7.50-10.50 for Vermont and New York residents with ID; free for kids 2 and under.

International Dinner: Indian

The country's distinct spices flavor traditional dishes that fuel diners for music and dancing. Sunday, April 28, 5–8PM at North End Studio A in Burlington. $15-18.

Women's Pickup Soccer

Quick-footed ladies of varying skill levels break a sweat while stringing together passes and making runs for the goal. Sunday, April 14, 6–8PM at Miller Community and Recreation Center in Burlington. $3; for women ages 18 and up.

French Conversation Group: Dimanches

Parlez-vous français? Speakers practice the tongue at a casual, drop-in chat. Sunday, April 28, 4–5:30PM at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.

Cycle the City Tour

Riders spin their wheels along a 10-mile loop through historic Burlington to celebrate spring. Sunday, April 28, 9AM–1PM at Maglianero in Burlington. Free.

'Good People'

Tara Lee Downs directs this Vermont Stage Company production of David Lindsay Abaire's Tony Award-winning play about high-school sweethearts who reunite 30 years later under less-than-ideal circumstances. Sunday, April 28, 2PM at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $24.30-32.50.

'STOMP'

Using anything but traditional drums, this troupe of eight percussionists keeps the beat with everything from brooms to hubcaps. Sunday, April 28, 2PM at Flynn MainStage in Burlington. $25-55
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Events listing source: SevenDaysVT, and Colchester Sun