Events in Burlington, Vermont – January 17th – 19th

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

Friday, January 17th, 2013

Queen City Tango Practilonga

Dancers kick off the weekend with improvisation, community 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. Friday, January 17, 7–10PM at North End Studio B in Burlington. $7

All Aboard Board Game Night

Players of all ages put their skills to the test with traditional American and European games. Adult accompaniment required for children. Friday, January 17, 6–8PM at Robert Miller Community & Recreation Center in Burlington. Free to attend; $1-2 for food and drink.

Homework Help

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Science students assist first through eighth graders with reading, math and science assignments. Friday, January 17, 3–6PM at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.

Music With Robert

Music lovers of all ages join sing-alongs with Robert Resnik. Daycare programs welcome with one caregiver for every two children. Friday, January 17, 10:30–11AM at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free; groups must preregister.

Creative Writing Workshop

Original work by group members inspires spirited conversation. Friday, January 17, 10:30AM at Burlington Writers Workshop Headquarters, Studio 266, 266 Pine Street in Burlington. Free; preregister at http://www.meetup.com/The-Burlington-Writers-Workshop/events/157254912/


Saturday, January 18th, 2013

'Alice's Wonderland' Opening at ECHO

Lewis Carroll's classic tale comes to life with developmentally appropriate learning experiences in math, science and literacy for kiddos ages 3 through 8. Saturday, January 18, 10AM–5PM at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Free with admission, $10.50-13.50

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, January 18, 10AM–2PM at Memorial Auditorium in Burlington. Free.

'Martin's Big Words'

In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, kiddos ages 6 and up screen the animated documentary about the Civil Rights leader based on the eponymous book by Doreen Rappaport. Saturday, January 18, 1–4PM at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free

Coder Dojo BTV: Kick-off Event & Intro to Scratch

Tech-savvy youth the ages 7 through 17 develop their skills in a supportive environment. Saturday, January 18, 10AM–2PM at Office Squared in Burlington. Free.

Saturday Story Time

Families gather for imaginative tales. Saturday, January 18, 11AM at Phoenix Books Burlington in Burlington. Free.

The Poetry Experience

Creative prompts inspire writers to put pen to paper, after which they share stanzas in a supportive environment. Saturday, January 18, 1–3PM at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.


Sunday, January 19th, 2013

Spark Arts Open Improv Jam

Sunday, January 19, 7PM at Skinny Pancake in Burlington. $3.

Balkan Folk Dancing

Louise Brill and friends organize people into lines and circles set to complex rhythms. No partner necessary. Sunday, January 19, 3–6PM at Ohavi Zedek Synagogue in Burlington. $6 suggested donation.

Natural Cold & Flu Prevention

Herbal education coordinator Cristi Nunziata presents remedies for increasing immunity and avoiding seasonal illnesses. Sunday, January 19, 12–1PM at City Market in Burlington. $5-10; preregister at citymarket.coop; limited space.

'Martin's Big Words'

In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, kiddos ages 6 and up screen the animated documentary about the Civil Rights leader based on the eponymous book by Doreen Rappaport. Sunday, January 19, 1–4PM at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free

Sharon Robinson

The author and daughter of baseball great Jackie Robinson delivers a Martin Luther King Jr. remembrance with a special tribute to Nelson Mandela. Sunday, January 19, 3PM at First Unitarian Universalist Society in Burlington. Free;

Homework Help

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Science students assist first through eighth graders with reading, math and science assignments. Sunday, January 19, 2–6PM at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.

My Child & Me: Buckwheat Pancakes & Homemade Applesauce

Kiddos 5 and under join their caregivers to mix, measure and prepare tasty fare using organic ingredients. Sunday, January 19, 9:30–10:30AM at City Market in Burlington. $5-10; free for WIC adult/child pairs; preregister at citymarket.coop; limited space

French Conversation Group: Dimanches

Parlez-vous français? Speakers practice the tongue at a casual, drop-in chat. Local History Room. Sunday, January 19, 4–5:30PM at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.

Paul Gillies

The attorney and historian considers court cases from 1779 to the present in "All Rise: Standing up to Vermont Judicial History." Sunday, January 19, 2PM at Ethan Allen Homestead in Burlington. Free.
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Events listing source: SevenDaysVT, and Colchester Sun