Events in Burlington, Vermont – May 23rd – 25th

There is much to do in Burlington, VT. Below is a sample of the some of the events happening in Burlington this weekend...
Friday, May 23rd, 2014

Green Mountain Comedy Festival

More than 100 standup, improv and sketch performers deliver five days of gut-busting laughs. See greenmountaincomedy.com for details. Fri., May 23, 6:30, 8, 8:30 & 10 p.m., Sat., May 24, 9-12 a.m. and Sun., May 25, 10 a.m., 12:30, 7 & 8:30 p.m. at Various Burlington, Montpelier & Barre locations, $8.80-27.25. Tickets & more info: http://vtcomedy.ticketleap.com/greenmountaincomedyfest14/

Queen City Ghostwalk: Darkness Falls - First walk of 2014!

Paranormal historian Thea Lewis highlights haunted happenings throughout Burlington. Meet at the steps 10 minutes before start time. Fridays, Saturdays, 8 p.m., Sat., June 7, 8 p.m. and Fridays, Saturdays, 8 p.m. Continues through June 28 at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. $15; preregister: http://www.queencityghostwalk.com/QCG_Home.html

Intervale Center Tour

A pastoral stroll highlights innovative programs and a rich agricultural history. Fri., May 23, 10-11 a.m., Fri., June 27, 10-11 a.m., Fri., July 25, 10-11 a.m., Fri., Aug. 22, 10-11 a.m. and Fri., Sept. 26, 10-11 a.m. at Intervale Center in Burlington. Free; preregister: www.intervale.org/free-public-tours-at-the-intervale-center

Irie Yoga

Students tap into their inner wisdom in a practice focused on breathe, mantra and gentle asanas. Fridays, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at Jenke Arts in Burlington. $5 minimum donation.

Mad Robin Contra Dance

Folks in clean, soft-soled shoes move and groove to live music. Fri., May 23, 8-11 p.m. at First Congregational Church in Burlington. $5-10.

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. Continues through Jan. 16 at North End Studio B in Burlington. $7.

Vermont Symphony Orchestra: 'Raising Cane' Woodwind Trio: Burlington

Local musicians wow elementary students with a program celebrating the wide range of reed instruments. A Q&A follows. Fri., May 23, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at Mater Christi School in Burlington. Free.

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.

'3 Edge Ax'

David Schein explores the aftermath of a cardiac incident, intergalactic love and cell-phone culture in Infarcation, Note From Earth and Distraction, respectively. May 23-25, 8 p.m. at Off Center for the Dramatic Arts in Burlington. $8-15.

'Rocky Horror Picture Show'

The Very Merry Teens adapt the campy film about a newly engaged couple who travel into the depths of transsexual Transylvania. Fri., May 23, 8 p.m., Sat., May 24, 6 & 11 p.m. and Sun., May 25, 9 p.m. at Mann Hall, UVM Trinity Campus in Burlington. Donations.

Saturday, May 24th, 2014

MVP Health Care YAM Scram

RunVermont will host the 14th Annual Youth Running Festival during marathon weekend, on Sat. May 24th at 8:30am at Waterfront Park in Burlington. More information: http://www.runvermont.org/page.php?pid=17&pname=mvp-healthcare-yam-scram

Hunt Perennial Sale

Green thumbs pick up new plants at this benefit for the school's PTO. Sat., May 24, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. at Lyman C. Hunt Middle School in Burlington. Free.

Louisa Howard Chapel Memorial Day Opening & Civil War Walking Tour

Architecture buffs feast their eyes on Lakeview Cemetery's restored High Gothic Victorian landmark. Held in conjunction with the annual Civil War General's Cemetery Tour lead by Don Jackson, the tour will include veterans from the Mass. 54th Reg. and Buffalo Soldiers buried near General O.O. Howard. A special tribute to Al Myers of the Vermont Regiment will be included. Sat., May 24, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Louisa Howard Chapel in Burlington. Free.

Champlain Club Swing Dance

Quick-footed participants experiment with different styles, including the lindy hop, Charleston and balboa. Indoor shoes required. Beginner lesson, 8 p.m.; dance, 8:30 p.m. Fourth Saturday of every month, 8:30-11 p.m. Continues through Nov. 22 at Champlain Club in Burlington. $5.

Green Mountain Comedy Festival

More than 100 standup, improv and sketch performers deliver five days of gut-busting laughs. See greenmountaincomedy.com for details. Sat., May 24, 9-12 a.m. and Sun., May 25, 10 a.m., 12:30, 7 & 8:30 p.m. at Various Burlington, Montpelier & Barre locations, $8.80-27.25. Tickets & more info: http://vtcomedy.ticketleap.com/greenmountaincomedyfest14/

Queen City Ghostwalk: Darkness Falls

Paranormal historian Thea Lewis highlights haunted happenings throughout Burlington. Meet at the steps 10 minutes before start time. Saturdays, 8 p.m. through June 28 at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. $15; preregister: http://www.queencityghostwalk.com/QCG_Home.html

ECHO 'Keva Planks: The Fusion of Art and Science' Exhibit Opening

The sky's the limit! Architects and designers off all ages choose from 15,000 identical wooden slabs to create unique structures. Sat., May 24, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Regular admission, $10.50-13.50; free for kids 2 and under.

Chocolate Tasting

Sweets lovers tap into the nuances of sour, spicy, earthy and fruity flavors. Saturdays, 2-3 p.m. weekly through Aug. 30 at Lake Champlain Chocolates Factory Store & Café in Burlington. Free

Burlington Farmers Market

More than 90 stands overflow with seasonal produce, flowers, artisan wares and prepared foods. Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Continues through Oct. 25 at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. Free

Burlington Food Tour

Locavores sample the Queen City's finest cuisine on a scrumptious stroll that stops at the Burlington Farmers Market and an area restaurant. Saturdays, 12:30-3 p.m. Continues through Oct. 18 at East Shore Vineyard Tasting Room in Burlington, $45

Saturday Story Time

Youngsters and their caregivers gather for entertaining tales. Saturdays, 11 a.m. Continues through May 31 at Phoenix Books Burlington in Burlington. Free.

Burlington Bocce Club: Rookie Days

Newcomers and novices lob brightly colored balls at a target and get tips from seasoned players. Sat., May 24, 10 a.m. at Oakledge Park 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/

Digital Video Editing

Final Cut Pro users get familiar with the most recent version of the editing software. Prerequisite of VCAM Access Orientation or equivalent, or instructor's permission. 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.

'3 Edge Ax'

David Schein explores the aftermath of a cardiac incident, intergalactic love and cell-phone culture in Infarcation, Note From Earth and Distraction, respectively. May 23-25, 8 p.m. at Off Center for the Dramatic Arts in Burlington. $8-15.

'Rocky Horror Picture Show'

The Very Merry Teens adapt the campy film about a newly engaged couple who travel into the depths of transsexual Transylvania. Sat., May 24, 6 & 11 p.m. and Sun., May 25, 9 p.m. at Mann Hall, UVM Trinity Campus in Burlington. Donations.

Sunday, May 25th, 2014

KeyBank Vermont City Marathon & Relay

Long-distance runners pound the pavement on a 26.2-mile course through the Queen City. Sun., May 25, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at Battery Park in Burlington. Sold out for runners; free for spectators. More information: www.runvermont.org

Queen City Ghostwalk: Wicked Waterfront

Paranormal authority Thea Lewis leads a spooky stroll along the shores of Lake Champlain. Meet at the fountain at the bottom of Pearl Street 10 minutes before start time. Sundays, 8 p.m. Continues through June 29 at Battery Park in Burlington. $15; preregister: http://www.queencityghostwalk.com/QCG_Home.html

Green Mountain Comedy Festival

More than 100 standup, improv and sketch performers deliver five days of gut-busting laughs. See greenmountaincomedy.com for details. Sun., May 25, 10 a.m., 12:30, 7 & 8:30 p.m. at Various Burlington, Montpelier & Barre locations, $8.80-27.25. Tickets & more info: http://vtcomedy.ticketleap.com/greenmountaincomedyfest14/

John de Kadt & Brenda McCorrow

Melding poetry and call-and-response chanting with guitar and percussion, the duo presents "Sounds From the Soul." Sun., May 25, 7 p.m. at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $25.

The Head and the Heart

Seattle's indie folk-rock darlings bring infectious rhythms to the stage. Elliott BROOD opens. Sun., May 25, 8 p.m. at Flynn MainStage in Burlington. $36.75-39.75

Ukulele Mele

Lovers of the Hawaiian instrument convene for a strumming session. An open mic follows. For ages 10 and up. Fletcher Room. Sun., May 25, 4:30 p.m. at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free

My Child & Me Cooking Class: Overnight Waffles With Honey-Sweetened Fruit Sauce

Budding chefs up to age 5 and their caregivers mix and measure tasty ingredients. Sun., May 25, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at City Market in Burlington. $5-10 per pair; free for WIC families; limited space, preregister at http://www.citymarket.coop/calendar/2014-05-25/my-child-and-me-cooking-class-overnight-waffles-honey-sweetened-fruit-sauce-ages

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 p.m. Continues through June 22 at Ohavi Zedek Synagogue in Burlington. $2; free first session

Community Restorative Yoga

Tisha Shull leads a gentle practice aimed at achieving mind-body balance. Sun., May 25, 5:30-7 p.m. at Sangha Studio in Burlington. Donations, tickets: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ASP/home.asp?studioid=141607

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.

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.

'3 Edge Ax'

David Schein explores the aftermath of a cardiac incident, intergalactic love and cell-phone culture in Infarcation, Note From Earth and Distraction, respectively. May 23-25, 8 p.m. at Off Center for the Dramatic Arts in Burlington. $8-15.

'Rocky Horror Picture Show'

The Very Merry Teens adapt the campy film about a newly engaged couple who travel into the depths of transsexual Transylvania. Sun., May 25, 9 p.m. at Mann Hall, UVM Trinity Campus in Burlington. Donations.
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Events listing source: SevenDaysVT, and Colchester Sun