Friday, March 6th, 2014
New England Multiple Sclerosis Society Authors' Luncheon
Lit lovers mingle with Andre Dubus III, Eileen Rockefeller and William Martin at a benefit for the Greater New England Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Fri., March 6, 12-1:30 p.m. at Hilton Hotel in Burlington. $50; preregister: https://secure3.convio.net/nmss/site/Ticketing;jsessionid=84508D01500D52A6723BC2A676EE44F3.app321a?view=Tickets&id=337222Creative Writing Workshop
Lit lovers analyze works-in-progress penned by Burlington Writers Workshop members. Mondays, Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. and Fridays, 10:30 a.m. Continues through Mar. 27 at Studio 266 in Burlington. Free; preregister: www.burlingtonwritersworkshop.comThe Art of Journal Writing
Putting pen to paper, participants experiment with different styles, then discuss their experiences. Fri., March 6, 5-6 p.m., Fri., March 20, 5-6 p.m., Fri., April 3, 5-6 p.m., Fri., April 17, 5-6 p.m. and Fri., May 1, 5-6 p.m. at The Wellness Co-op in Burlington. $5; preregister: 888-492-8218, ext. 302Music With Robert
Sing-alongs with Robert Resnik entertain music lovers. Daycare programs welcome with one caregiver for every two children. Fri., March 6, 11-11:30 a.m., Fri., March 13, 11-11:30 a.m. and Fri., March 20, 11-11:30 a.m at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free; groups must preregister.Stories With Megan
Captivating tales entertain budding bookworms ages 2 through 5. Fri., Feb. 20, 11-11:30 a.m. at Robert Miller Community & Recreation Center in Burlington. Free.Community Vinyasa With Candace
Students of all skill levels deepen the body-mind-breath connection. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. Continues through May 1 at South End Studio in Burlington. $6.Vermont Virtuosi
Local chamber musicians present music for flute, clarinet and strings by Mozart and others in "Resolutions." Fri., March 6, 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Burlington in Burlington. $5-10 suggested donation.John Jorgenson Hot Club Jazz Quintet
The guitarist channels the best of Django Reinhardt in an evening of swinging jazz. Preperformance lecture, 6:30 p.m.; concert, 7:30 p.m. Fri., March 6, 7:30 p.m. at UVM Recital Hall, Redstone Campus in Burlington. $10-25.'Eat My Art Out'
Local dancers, musicians and visual artists showcase works-in-progress in an informal setting that encourages audience feedback. Fri., March 6, 6:30 p.m. at Rose Street Artists' Cooperative and Gallery in Burlington. $10 suggested donation.'The Office Plays'
The world of phones and photocopiers comes to life in Adam Bock's comedy, presented by Moxie Productions. March 5-7, 7 p.m., Sun., March 8, 2 p.m. and March 11-14, 7 p.m. at Black Box Theater, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $21.75.'Singin' in the Rain'
Very Merry Theatre revisits the final days of Hollywood's silent-film era in an adaptation of the 1952 musical comedy starring Gene Kelly. Fri., March 6, 6-8 p.m., Sat., March 7, 2-4 & 7:30-9:30 p.m. and Sun., March 8, 6-8 p.m. at Rock Point School in Burlington. Free. Tickets: http://www.verymerrytheatre.org/Saturday, March 7th, 2014
East Asia Seminar Series for Teachers
Educators expand their international knowledge with "Lifecycle and (Inter)Generational Issues in China" and "Transnational Sport: Gender, Media and Global Korea." Sat., March 7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at UVM in Burlington. Free; preregister: http://www.uvm.edu/~outreach/Posters/EastAsiaforTeachers_applicationkit.pdfChocolate Tasting
Chocoholics sample confections and discover the six steps involved in evaluating flavor profiles. aturdays, 3 p.m. Continues through Jan. 30, 2016 at Lake Champlain Chocolates Factory Store & Café in Burlington. Free.Burlington Writers Workshop Book Club
Bibliophiles swap ideas and opinions about Elizabeth Bishop's poetry. Sat., March 7, 11 a.m. at Studio 266 in Burlington. Free; preregister: www.burlingtonwritersworkshop.com.VCAM Orientation
Video-production hounds learn basic concepts and nomenclature at an overview of VCAM facilities, policies and procedures. First Saturday of every month, 11 a.m. Continues through Nov. 7 at VCAM Studio in Burlington. Free.'Talking With Our Grandmothers: World War I and the Women's Peace Movement'
Robin Lloyd and Charlotte Dennett use photos, letters and images in a dramatic interpretation of their grandmothers' wartime experiences. Sat., March 7, 3-5 p.m. at Fletcher Room, Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.Introduction to PowerPoint
Those familiar with the program get creative with slide shows, charts, text, templates and more. Sat., March 7, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. and Sat., April 18, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. $3 suggested donation; preregister: http://www.fletcherfree.org/ComputerCenter.htmR.I.P.P.E.D.
Resistance, intervals, power, plyometrics, endurance and diet define this high-intensity physical-fitness program. Saturdays, 9-10 a.m. at North End Studio A in Burlington. $10.Dayna Lorentz
Fans of young adult lit celebrate the release of No Dawn Without Darkness, the third book in the No Safety in Numbers trilogy. Sat., March 7, 2 p.m. at Phoenix Books (Burlington) in Burlington. Free.How to Talk to Kids about Racism
A facilitated discussion group addresses the far-reaching effects of racism and white privilege. Sat., March 7, 3:30-5 p.m., Sat., March 14, 3:30-5 p.m., Sat., March 21, 3:30-5 p.m. and Sat., March 28, 3:30-5 p.m. at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington (map). Free.Burlington Saturday Story Time
Little ones and their caregivers listen to entertaining tales. Saturdays, 11 a.m. Continues through April 25 at Phoenix Books (Burlington) in Burlington. FreeECHO Story Explorers: Down Under
Who spends the winter underneath all the snow and ice? Children learn about animals who seek cover from the cold weather. Sat., March 7, 10:30 a.m. at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Free with admission, $9.50-12.50.Rupa & the April Fishes
From raga to reggae, multicultural rhythms make for a one-of-a-kind musical experience. Bella's Bartok and the Suitcase Junket open. Sat., March 7, 8 p.m. at ArtsRiot in Burlington. $12-14.'Singin' in the Rain'
Very Merry Theatre revisits the final days of Hollywood's silent-film era in an adaptation of the 1952 musical comedy starring Gene Kelly. Fri., March 6, 6-8 p.m., Sat., March 7, 2-4 & 7:30-9:30 p.m. and Sun., March 8, 6-8 p.m. at Rock Point School in Burlington. Free. Tickets: http://www.verymerrytheatre.org/'The Office Plays'
The world of phones and photocopiers comes to life in Adam Bock's comedy, presented by Moxie Productions. March 5-7, 7 p.m., Sun., March 8, 2 p.m. and March 11-14, 7 p.m. at Black Box Theater, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $21.75.Sunday, March 8th, 2014
No comments:
Post a Comment