There is much to do in Burlington, Vermont. Below is a sample of the some of the events happening in Burlington this weekend...
Friday, August 3, 2012
The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Set It Off, Junior Doctor, Bombardier to Pilot
Friday, August 3, 8PM at Higher Ground Ballroom in South Burlington. $13/15. All Ages.
Thirty Thousand Days: The Time of Your Life
In a conference on psychology, spirituality and eastern approaches to mental wellness, 12 presenters from around the country speak about everything from "The Curative Power of a Meaningful Life" to "Buddhism and Neuroscience" to "Deliberate Love." Friday, August 3, 9AM–5PM at Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $90-300.
Queen City Tango Milonga
No partner is required for welcoming the weekend in the Argentine tradition. Wear clean, soft-soled shoes. Friday, August 3, 7:30–10PM at North End Studio B in Burlington. $7.
CUFF Cancer: Head-Shaving Event
Bzzz! Extreme haircuts raise funds and awareness for cancer-related causes. Proceeds benefit Camp Ta-Kum-Ta. Friday, August 3, 6:30PM at Top of Church Street in Burlington. $100 minimum fundraising to participate; free to watch.
Queen City Ghostwalk: Darkness Falls
Chills and thrills await as paranormal historian Thea Lewis recaps the city's dark and twisted past. Meet at the steps. Friday, August 3, 8PM at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. $13.50; arrive 10 minutes before start time.
Queen City Ghostwalk: Twisted History
Haunted Burlington author Thea Lewis induces goosebumps with hair-raising tales of the city's fascinating — and spooky — past. Meet at the fountain. Friday, August 3, 11AM at Battery Park in Burlington. $13.50; arrive 10 minutes before start time.
Festival of Fools
Three days of public silliness include continuous street theater, circus arts, music and comedy. Visit burlingtoncityarts.com for details. Friday, August 3, 2–10PM at Various downtown locations in Burlington. Free; donations accepted.
Keys to Credit
A class clears up the confusing world of credit. Friday, August 3, 10AM–12PM at Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity in Burlington. Free.
Burlington Fringe Festival
Twelve theater groups and individuals celebrate the performing arts, Queen City-style. Look for acts by Potato Sack Pants Theater Company, MOXIE Productions, the House of LeMay and Ben Aleshire, among others. Friday, August 3, 8PM at Off Center for the Dramatic Arts in Burlington. $15. Saturday, August 4, 2012
Thirty Thousand Days: The Time of Your Life
In a conference on psychology, spirituality and eastern approaches to mental wellness, 12 presenters from around the country speak about everything from "The Curative Power of a Meaningful Life" to "Buddhism and Neuroscience" to "Deliberate Love." Saturday, August 4, 9AM–5PM at Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $90-300.
Burlington Waterfront Walking Tour
Get the scoop on the architecture, industrial history and characters behind the Queen City's oldest neighborhood on a stroll with Preservation Burlington. Saturday, August 4, 1–2:30PM at Waterfront Park in Burlington. $10 suggested donation.
Historic Tour of UVM
Folks register online, then meet at Ira Allen's statue to tour the campus' modest early clapboards and grand Victorians, led by professor emeritus William Averyt. Saturday, August 4, 10 AM at University Green, UVM in Burlington. Free.
Preservation Burlington Historic Walking Tour
Walkers and gawkers see the Queen City through an architectural and historic perspective. Meet in front of Burlington City Hall. Saturday, August 4, 11AM at Church Street Marketplace in Burlington. $10 suggested donation.
Queen City Ghostwalk: Darkness Falls
Chills and thrills await as paranormal historian Thea Lewis recaps the city's dark and twisted past. Meet at the steps. Saturday, August 4, 8PM at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. $13.50; arrive 10 minutes before start time.
Queen City Ghostwalk: Twisted History
Haunted Burlington author Thea Lewis induces goosebumps with hair-raising tales of the city's fascinating — and spooky — past. Meet at the fountain. Saturday, August 4, 11AM at Battery Park in Burlington. $13.50; arrive 10 minutes before start time.
Festival of Fools
Three days of public silliness include continuous street theater, circus arts, music and comedy. Visit burlingtoncityarts.com for details. Saturday, August 4, 12–10PM at Various downtown locations in Burlington. Free; donations accepted.
'The Tsunami and the Cherry Blossom'
Lucy Walker's Academy Award-nominated documentary follows survivors of Japan's recent tsunami as they begin to rebuild. Proceeds support tsunami relief efforts. Saturday, August 4, 5PM at Film House, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $5.
Community Day
The local kick-off to National Community Health Center Week includes free blood-pressure and -sugar checks, classes, a tour of the new building, a bike-powered smoothie maker, face painting and balloon animals. Saturday, August 4, 10AM–2PM at Community Health Center of Burlington in Burlington. Free.
Burlington Farmers Market
More than 90 stands overflow with seasonal produce, flowers, artisan wares and prepared foods. Saturday, August 4, 8:30AM–2PM at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. Free.
Open Media Workshop
Professional or novice film editors learn about various programs for mixing and enhancing all of their video assets into a single project. Saturday, August 4, 2–4PM at VCAM Studio in Burlington. Free.
VCAM Access Orientation
Video-production hounds learn basic concepts and nomenclature at an overview of VCAM facilities, policies and procedures. Saturday, August 4, 11AM–1PM at VCAM Studio in Burlington. Free.
Burlington Fringe Festival
Twelve theater groups and individuals celebrate the performing arts, Queen City-style. Look for acts by Potato Sack Pants Theater Company, MOXIE Productions, the House of LeMay and Ben Aleshire, among others. Saturday, August 4, 8PM at Off Center for the Dramatic Arts in Burlington. $15. Sunday, August 5, 2012
Plant Dyes & Bee Hives
Folks field trip to the Garden of Seven Gables for a four-hour workshop on natural dyes and to Weeping Pines Farm & Apiaries to learn about small-scale honey production and processing. Sunday, August 5, 8:30AM–5PM at City Market in Burlington. $10; nonmembers will be placed on a waiting list; transportation provided.
Thirty Thousand Days: The Time of Your Life
In a conference on psychology, spirituality and eastern approaches to mental wellness, 12 presenters from around the country speak about everything from "The Curative Power of a Meaningful Life" to "Buddhism and Neuroscience" to "Deliberate Love." Sunday, August 5, 9AM–12PM at Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $90-300.
Festival of Fools
Three days of public silliness include continuous street theater, circus arts, music and comedy. Visit burlingtoncityarts.com for details. Sunday, August 5, 12–7PM at Various downtown locations in Burlington. Free; donations accepted.
Citizen's Bank Lake Champlain Dragon Boat Festival
Water-bound teams of local businesses, neighborhoods and organizations represent breast-cancer survivors while paddling their way to victory on 41-foot boats. Proceeds benefit Survivorship NOW. Sunday, August 5, 8AM–5PM at Waterfront Park in Burlington. Free for spectators.
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Events listing source: SevenDaysVT
