Events in Burlington, Vermont – February 28th – March 2nd

There is much to do in Burlington, VT. Below is a sample of the some of the events happening in Burlington this weekend...
Friday, February 28th, 2014

Queen City Tango Practilonga

Dancers kick off the weekend with improvisation, camaraderie and laughter. No partner necessary, but clean, smooth-soled shoes required. Beginners lesson, 7-7:45 p.m.; informal dancing, 7:30-10 p.m. Fridays, 7-10 p.m. Continues through Jan. 16 at North End Studio B in Burlington. $7.

Mad Robin Contra Dance

Folks in clean, soft-soled shoes move and groove to music by the Free Raisins. Fri., Feb. 28, 8 p.m. at First Congregational Church in Burlington. $5-10.

Laughter Club

Breathe, clap, chant and ... giggle! Participants decrease stress with this playful practice. Bring personal water. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. Continues at The Wellness Co-op in Burlington. Free.

ECHO's ChampFest - Last weekend!

Families celebrate Lake Champlain's beloved monster at this weeklong event featuring a "Believer or Skeptic" program, themed activities and more. Through March 2, 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Free with admission, $9.50-12.50

Youth Coffee House

Performers step up to the mic for 10 minutes to sing, dance, rap, deliver jokes and more. Fri., Feb. 28, 8 p.m. at North End Studio A in Burlington. Free

Impact of Global Warming on Earth

Pam Pearson, director of the International Cryosphere Climate Initiative discusses the impact of global warming on the earth’s ice- and snow-covered regions. Bring questions and thoughts on the topic. Johnson House, UVM Campus, 12-1 p.m. Free.

Experimental Film Screening

Burlington City Arts will be hosting an evening of experimental films from the 1960s and ‘70s that explore the themes and influences of current BCA Center contemporary artist, TR Ericcson. BCA Chief Curator, DJ Hellerman will lead a discussion about the films. Films include “La Jetee,” “Nostalgia,” and “Mass for the Dakota Sioux.” BCA Center, Burlington, 6:30 p.m. Free, donations accepted

Paul Neubauer & Anne-Marie McDermott

The violinist and pianist display their technical prowess and creativity in a program of works by Bach and Brahms. Pre-performance lecture, 6:30 p.m.; concert, 7:30 p.m. Fri., Feb. 28, 7:30 p.m. at UVM Recital Hall, Redstone Campus in Burlington. $15-25.

Michael Chorney & Hollar General

A blend of folk, blues, rag, jazz and chamber music informs the group's take on Americana. Fri., Feb. 28, 7:30 p.m. at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $18-20

'Sweeney Todd'

Madness and mayhem in 19th-century London drive Stephen Sondheim's chilling musical, staged by the Champlain Theatre. Through March 1, 8 p.m. at Alumni Auditorium, Champlain College in Burlington. $10-20; free for Champlain College students with ID.


Saturday, March 1st, 2014

Magic Hat Mardi Gras Parade

New Orleans gets a northern makeover at the 19th annual Magic Hat Mardi Gras Parade. Vermont’s version of Fat Tuesday festivities draws thousands of revelers to downtown Burlington, where Church Street transforms into a family-friendly fête. Things kick off at noon with a boatload of beads, live tunes by Sambatacada! and interactive performances from the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus. The party continues at the King and Queen Costume Contest, where folks flaunt flashy threads. At 3 p.m., a procession of elaborate themed floats rolls down Main Street. These mobile works of art help support HOPE Works, a nonprofit devoted to ending sexual violence. Sat., March 1, 12-5 p.m. at Various downtown locations in Burlington. Free. More info: http://www.magichat.net/mardigras

Story Explorers: Champ

Does the famed lake monster really exist? Children learn about the kid-friendly mythical creature. Sat., March 1, 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.

ECHO's ChampFest - Last weekend!

Families celebrate Lake Champlain's beloved monster at this weeklong event featuring a "Believer or Skeptic" program, themed activities and more. Through March 2, 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Free with admission, $9.50-12.50.

Intermediate Microsoft Word

Students get tech-savvy with instruction in the word processor's advanced features and customization options. Sat., March 1 at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. $3 suggested donation; preregister at the Fletcher Free Library reference desk or call (802) 865-7217

Yoga for Survivors of Sexual Violence

HOPE Works presents a confidential, trauma-informed program focused on healing and resiliency. Sat., March 1, 1:30 p.m. at Laughing River Yoga 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.

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. Every other Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Continues through March 29 at Memorial Auditorium in Burlington. Free.

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. Continues at Blu-Bin in Burlington. Free; preregister: http://www.meetup.com/Blu-Bin-Events-Burlington-VT/

Vermont Vaudeville

The Northeast Kingdom troupe brings live music, acrobatics and juggling to a cutting-edge high energy variety show. All ages performance, great for the entire family. Auditorium. Sat., March 1, 7 p.m. at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $15.

'Sweeney Todd'

Madness and mayhem in 19th-century London drive Stephen Sondheim's chilling musical, staged by the Champlain Theatre. Through March 1, 8 p.m. at Alumni Auditorium, Champlain College in Burlington. $10-20; free for Champlain College students with ID.


Sunday, March 2nd, 2014

ECHO's ChampFest - Last Day!

Families celebrate Lake Champlain's beloved monster at this weeklong event featuring a "Believer or Skeptic" program, themed activities and more. Through March 2, 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Free with admission, $9.50-12.50.

Vermont Virtuosi

Flutist Laurel Ann Maurer, clarinetist Karen Luttik and pianist Claire Black interpret works by Aaron Copland and others in "Winter Spirits." Sun., March 2, 3 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Burlington. $5-10 suggested donation

Paul Orgel

In "A Program of Romantic Rarities," the pianist explores compositions by Ernest Chausson, Josef Suk and Max Reger. The program features three little-known compositions by neglected composers. The music comes from three different musical traditions at the turn of the 20th century, and composed in a late-Romantic style. Sun., March 2, 3:30-5 p.m. at UVM Recital Hall, Redstone Campus in Burlington. Free.

What Moves You?

Reuben Jackson, Mark Hage and other local activists recount pivotal moments in their lives during an evening of live storytelling. Sun., March 2, 5 p.m. at New City Galerie in Burlington. $15 suggested donation.

Out for the Oscars Red Carpet Gayla

Outright Vermont hosts an evening of glitz ’n glam featuring a screening of the Academy Awards, movie-themed costumes, hors d'oeuvres, games and prizes. For ages 21 and up. See outrightvt.org for details. Sun., March 2, 7 p.m. at Red Square in Burlington. $25-30; $40 per couple; $10 benefit ballot; cash bar.

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. Continues through April 13 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.

Soul Purpose Development: Light Body Meditation

Cynthia Warwick Seiler helps attendees access their higher selves in a focused practice. First Sunday of every month, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Continues through Nov. 2 at Rainbow Institute in Burlington. $15 suggested donation.

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 March 25 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.

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Events listing source: SevenDaysVT, and Colchester Sun