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2009 Earth Spirit Conference “Conscious Living in a Sacred World”

Venue: All Souls Interfaith Gathering Sanctuary. Description: This year’s conference will demonstrate how all aspects of life on Earth are interconnected and how, through conscious awareness practically applied, we can begin to bring peace and harmony into our world. World experts will gather at All Souls Interfaith Gathering Sanctuary in Shelburne VT during the 2009 Earth Spirit Conference, Saturday, Nov. 7, with optional workshops on Nov. 8th. Street Address: 291 Bostwick Farm Road. City or Town: Shelburne. County: Chittenden. Age Range: All Ages. Saturday, November 7, 2009. Shelburne, VT.

PHOTO EXHIBIT: Wild People, Wild Places - Images by Brian Mohr and Emily Johnson

Description: A photographic journey through Vermont and beyond. Featuring more than thirty color and black & white photographs that capture the spirit of human powered adventure, mountain wilderness and Vermont. All photographs are for sale, and proceeds will support the conservation of wildlands conservation in the northeast and in the southern Andes. Exhibit will be up through the holidays. Street Address: Mad River Green Shopping Cetner. City or Town: Waitsfield. County: Washington. Cost: FREE. Contact: Brian Mohr. Number for more info: 802-496-5434. Email for more info: info@emberphoto.com. Web Site: www.EmberPhoto.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009. Three Mountain Cafe - Waitsfield, VT. For more info visit emberphoto.com.

Rock Solid & 2 Other Art Exhibits

Description: Rock Solid includes stone sculptures and paintings by local artists; upstairs, enjoy works by Lauren Bulakowski and Jeanne Bisson. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: free of charge. Contact: Sue Higby. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009 – Wednesday, November 11, 2009. Studio Place Arts 201 N Main St Barre, VT 05641.

Rock Solid & 2 Other Art Exhibits

Description: Rock Solid includes stone sculptures and paintings by local artists; upstairs, enjoy works by Lauren Bulakowski and Jeanne Bisson. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: free of charge. Contact: Sue Higby. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009. Studio Place Arts 201 N Main St Barre VT 05641.

Rock Solid & 2 Other Art Exhibits

Description: Rock Solid includes stone sculptures and paintings by local artists; upstairs, enjoy works by Lauren Bulakowski and Jeanne Bisson. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: free of charge. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Web Site: www.studioplacearts.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009 – Wednesday, November 11, 2009. Studio Place Arts 201 N Main St Barre, VT 05641.

Brattleboro Museum & Art Center Current Exhibits

Submitted Description: Stop by to view the exhibits currently showing in 6 galleries and the lawn of the Museum. Open 11-5, closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Vermont Collects: Modern & Contemporary Masters; Exploring Inner and Outer Space: The Art of Anne Eaton Parker; Time and Motion: Paintings by Ralph DeAnna; Waterfall: An Installation by Shuli Sadé; Art of Vermont: Landscapes from the State Collection; Beth Krommes: The Poety of Lines; Joseph Fichter: Bolt. Venue: Brattleboro Museum & Art Center. Street Address: 10 Vernon St. City or Town: Brattleboro. County: Windham. Cost: $6 adults, $4 seniors, $3 students, free for BMAC members and children 5 and under. Web Site: http://www.brattleboromuseum.org/. Saturday, November 7, 2009. For more info visit www.brattleboromuseum.org.

Green Mt. Club Trail Maintenance

Submitted Description: Contribute to a great local resource. Help finish up Long Trail maintenance for the year. Tools provided. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: Adults. Cost: Free. Contact: Herb Ogden. Number for more info: 802-293-2510. Saturday, November 7, 2009. Meet at 9:00 AM in Rutland Main Street Park near the Fire Station.

JerUSAlem Vermont

Submitted Description: People from throughout the state of Vermont are invited to visit the Jerusalems in Addison and Winsor counties and join with those living there in ‘JerUSAlem-USA,’ a participatory art project that links the twenty places in the United States called “Jerusalem” with the original Jerusalem in Israel. See website for more information. City or Town: Bristol. County: Addison. Cost: none. Email for more info: melalexenberg@yahoo.com. Web Site: JerUSAlem-USA.blogspot.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009. Jerusalems in Addison and Winsor counties. For more info visit jerusalem-usa.blogspot.com.

Photographs by Stefan Koppelkamm

Submitted Description: Images of East German sites before fall of Berlin Wall and 10 years later, by German-born photographer, exhibited in pairs. Venue: Upper Jewett Exhibition Corridor, Hopkins Center for the Arts. Street Address: E. Wheelock St. City or Town: Hanover NH. County: Grafton NH. Cost: Free. Number for more info: 603.646.3651. Saturday, November 7, 2009. Upper Jewett Exhibition Corridor, Hopkins Center for the Arts, Hanover, NH.

Sculpture by Brenda Garand

Submitted Description: Multimedia sculpture by associate professor of Studio Art at Dartmouth. Open 12:30-10 pm, T-Sa, 12:30-5:30 Su, closed M. Venue: Jaffe-Friede and Strauss Galleries, Hopkins Center for the Arts. Street Address: E. Wheelock St. City or Town: Hanover NH. County: Grafton NH. Cost: Free. Number for more info: 603.646.3651. Saturday, November 7, 2009. Jaffe-Friede and Strauss Galleries, Hopkins Center for the Arts, Hanover NH.

Bird Monitoring Walk

Description: Join us for a morning walk around the Nature Center to explore some of the passing migrants, lingering breeders and overwintering birds of our Montpelier property. All age kids and experience levels welcome! Venue: North Branch Nature Center. Street Address: 713 Elm Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: Teens. Cost: Free. Contact: Larry Clarfeld. Number for more info: (802)229-6206. Email for more info: larry@northbranchnaturecenter.com. Web Site: www.northbranchnaturecenter.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM. North Branch Nature Center.

Country Breakfast

Submitted Venue: Congregational Church. Street Address: Route 7. City or Town: Pittsford. County: Rutland. Description: Menu includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, ham, sausage, toast, juice, coffee, tea, hot chocolate and milk, take-out available. Cost: Adults $6, under age 8 $3. Contact: Tom Bizon. Number for more info: 773-6499. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Pittsford, Vermont.

Community Breakfast

Submitted Venue: Grange Hall. Street Address: Route 103. City or Town: Gassetts. County: Windsor. Description: Menu includes sausage, bacon, eggs, pancakes, home fries, toast and beverages. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $5. Number for more info: 228-3108. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM.

Seed Sale sponsored by Rutland County Audubon Society

Submitted Description: Annual birdseed sale, bottle collection and membership drive. Garland's Agway, Rutland. Support RCAS by stocking up with birdseed for winter and dropping off your returnable bottles and cans. If you are not a member, we would love to have you join. 8am-1pm. Contact Roy Pilcher, 775-3461. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

Spinning Class

Submitted Venue: The Gymnasium. Street Address: 11 Cottage Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: One hour spinning class. Cost: $10. Free for Gymnasium members. Contact: Sue LaPlante. Number for more info: 773-5333. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM. The Gymnasium.

Spinning Class

Venue: Vermont Sport and Fitness Club. Street Address: 40 Curtis Ave. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: Group cycling with jumps, hill climbs, sprints and steady tours. Rewarding for anyone who can cycle at their own pace for 30 minutues. Call ahead to reserve space, 775-9916. Cost: $14. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:15 AM – 9:00 AM. For more info visit www.vsandf.com.

Environmental Action Conference 2009

Presenter: numerous. Description: Hundreds of Vermonters get together to, share ideas, and build strategies and skills to foster a healthy and sustainable Vermont. Breakfast, reception and childcare included. Venue: Vermont Technical College. City or Town: Randolph Center. County: Orange. Cost: Adults: $30 Students $15. Number for more info: 802-223-4099. Email for more info: vtenvironmentalaction@toxicsaction.org. Web Site: www.vtenvironmentalaction.org. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Vermont Technical College, Randolph Vermont.

2009 Earth Spirit Conference: Conscious Living in a Sacred World

Presenter: Cameron & Glenn Broughton, Sig Longren, Jonathan Corcoran & Jennifer Vyhnak, Jane Buchan & Lyn Hartwood, Bradfield. Venue: All Souls Interfaith Sanctuary. Street Address: 291 Bostwick Rd. City or Town: Shelburne. County: Chittenden. Description: Our 8th annual gathering explores compelling earth mysteries including crop circles, energy grids, sacred sites & music, the energy of trees and much more. Age Range: Adults. Contact: Cameron Broughton. Email for more info: contactus@earthspiritconferences.com. Number for more info: 802-922-7507. Cost: $100. Ticket Phone: 802-922-7507. Web Site: www.earthspiritconferences.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:00 AM – Sunday, November 8, 2009, 1:00 PM. Shelburne, VT.

Christmas Sale

Venue: United Methodist Church. Description: White elephant tables, craft and bake sale, RADA knives, luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Street Address: 106 Gates St. City or Town: White River Junction. County: Windsor. Age Range: All Ages. Number for more info: 295-3965. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

Group Monotype Experiment

Venue: Studio Place Arts. Description: Artist Phillip Robertson will facilitate a unique printmaking experience for artists of all levels of experience. Using the monotype as a vehicle for this workshop we will work as a collective to create many unique prints that each participant will have a chance to work on, then pass it on to each member of the group before pulling the print on the SPA Press. Each participant will come out of the workshop with two or more unique prints. Please contact Studio Place Arts to enroll. Street Address: 201 N Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Age Range: Adults. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Studio Place Arts 201 N Main St Barre VT 05641.

Jingle Bell Bazaar

Description: Knitting, sewing, jams/jellies, baked goods, crafts, decorations and white elephant table Coffee hour 9-11 am ($3.00). City or Town: Worcester. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Judy Knapp. Number for more info: 223-8635. Email for more info: jaknapp13@comcast.net. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Worcester United Methodist Church Worcester VT.

Outdoor Winter Clothing Swap

Venue: South Woodbury Church. Description: Come and take what you need; everything is free, this is for EVERYONE.. We are also accepting donations of: new or used coats, jackets, snow or ski pants, mittens, gloves, hats, scarves or boots. Children's items are especially needed. Drop off donation on the side porch of the South Woodbury Church building ) or call to arrange a pick up. Street Address: Route 14, next to Town Clerk's Office. City or Town: Woodbury. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: everything is free. Contact: Cassandra. Number for more info: 472-8044. Email for more info: woodburycalaischurch@gmail.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. South Woodbury Church.

Rock Soild & 2 Other Art Exhibits

Description: Rock Solid includes stone sculptures and paintings by local artists; upstairs, enjoy works by Lauren Bulakowski and Jeanne Bisson. Venue: Studio Place Arts. Street Address: 201 N Main St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Cost: free of charge. Contact: Sue Higby. Number for more info: 802-479-7069. Email for more info: info@studioplacearts.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Studio Place Arts 201 N Main St Barre, VT 05641.

Arnold Friberg Exhibit of 12 Signed Lithographs

Submitted Description: Fabulous Art of Arnold Friberg, renowned for film epic "The Ten Commandments," and "The Prayer at Valley Forge" Starting as illustrator, going on to oils, lithographs show masterful detail/research. At 94, Friberg goes to his studio daily. Don't miss this great exhibit! Venue: Signed lithographs, framed and displayed on easels. Street Address: 357 LDS Lane. City or Town: South Royalton. County: Windsor. Cost: FREE, Free parking. Number for more info: 802-763-7742. Email for more info: josephsmithmemorial@gmail.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Joseph Smith Birthplace Memorial Historic Site Visitor's Center.

Church Bazaar & 7th Annual Quilt Show

Submitted Venue: First Congregational Church United Church of Christ. Description: Homemade baked goods and jams, used books, quilted items and tag sale items. Luncheon for purchase. Quilt show of new, antique and in-between quilts. Raffle tickets available for queen-size "Nine Patch & Rails" quilt. Handicap accessible. Street Address: 77 Main Street. City or Town: Springfield. County: Windsor. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free admission, Luncheon for purchase. Number for more info: 802-885-5728. Email for more info: fccucc@vermontel.net. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 77 Main Street, Springfield VT.

Goldwing Motorcycle Meeting / Ride

Submitted Description: GWRRA meeting to be followed by ride (weather permitting) Come check it out. All welcome. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Cost: no cost. Contact: Nate Evans. Number for more info: 802-773-9197. Email for more info: Lnevans@comcast.net. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:00 AM. Midway Diner 120 S.Main St. Rutland, Vt.

Holiday Bazaar

Submitted Venue: Holiday Sale in basement of church. Description: handmade holiday items jewelry food table. Street Address: 5243 Route 5. City or Town: Ascutney. County: Windsor. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: free admission. Contact: Teresa and Phil Golding. Number for more info: 802-674-2484. Email for more info: aucucc@pshift.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Ascutney Union Church 5243 Route 5 Ascutney, Vermont.

Strength & Sweat class

Submitted Venue: The Gymnasium. Street Address: 11 Cottage Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: One hour workout - weights and aerobics. Cost: $10. Free to Gymnasium members. Contact: Sue LaPlante. Number for more info: 773-5333. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. The Gymnasium.

Holiday Headstart Book Sale

Description: Join the Friends of the Rutland Free Library for the Holiday Headstart Book Sale. All fiction titles are alphabetized and "almost new" hardcovers and paperbacks are separated out for easy viewing. Go to www.rutlandfree.org and print out a coupon for one free book (selected titles only). Presenter: Friends of the Rutland Free Library. Cost: Most books $.50 to $3. Venue: Rutland Free Library. Street Address: 10 Court St. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Web Site: www.rutlandfree.org. Number for more info: 773-1860. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM.

Introduction to Zen

Presenter: Ven. Sunyana Graef. Description: An Introduction to Zen Buddhism will be held on Saturday, November 7, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Vermont Zen Center, 480 Thomas Road, Shelburne. The Workshop is conducted by an ordained Zen Buddhist teacher and focuses on the theory and meditation practices of Zen Buddhism. $55. Pre-registration is required. Lunch is included. For more information, please call (802) 985-9746 or register on line at www.vermontzen.org. Venue: Vermont Zen Center. Denomination: Buddhist. Street Address: 480 Thomas Road. City or Town: Shelburne. County: Chittenden. Contact: Emily Cross. Email for more info: vzcinfo@att.net. Number for more info: 802-985-9746. Web Site: http://www.vermontzen.org/index.html. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Vermont Zen Center. For more info visit www.vermontzen.org.

Body Pump Fitness Class

Submitted Venue: Vermont Sport and Fitness Club. Street Address: 40 Curtis Ave. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: A high intensity workout using light barbells and lots of repetition. Designed to build lean muscle mass and muscle endurance, not recommended for the deconditioned or beginner. Sign up in advance. Cost: $14. Number for more info: 775-9916. Web Site: http://www.vsandf.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.

French Roundtable

Submitted Venue: Briggs Carriage Bookstore. Description: Parlez-vous français? Meet and practice your French speaking. Everyone - any ability - is welcome to participate in a little international conversation. Street Address: 16 Park Street. City or Town: Brandon. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free. Contact: Matthew Gibbs. Number for more info: 802-247-0050. Email for more info: books@briggscarriage.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM. Briggs Carriage Bookstore.

Holiday Craft Bazaar

Submitted Venue: Godnick Adult Center. Description: Sale Items include: sweaters, mittens holiday ornaments, flannel crib sheets, catnip toys and much more! Street Address: 1 Deer St. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Lori. Number for more info: 773-1853. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM. Godnick Adult Center.

Integrative Yoga

Submitted Venue: Studio Bliss. Street Address: The Opera House, 59-67 Merchants Row. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: This yoga class will be moderate in nature, and all are welcome. Beginners will have an experience that is challenging but safe; more experienced students will learn how to work at a deeper level to develop a more personal practice. Each class will include postures, breathing exercises, and relaxation as well as other yogic techniques. Taught by Stephanie Jones. Age Range: Adults. Cost: $12 drop in, $10 punch card. Contact: Cathy Salmons, Director. Email for more info: info@blissvt.com. Number for more info: 775-2547. Web Site: www.blissvt.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Studio Bliss Center for Expressive Movement. For more info visit www.blissvt.com.

Chester-Andover Family Center Thrift Shop and Food Shelf

Street Address: 856 Depot Street. City or Town: Chester. County: Windsor. Description: Hours are Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Come visit our Thrift Shop. Donations are most welcome. Number for more info: (802) 875-3236. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 856 Depot Street Chester, VT 05143.

Isabel's Eyes: Photographs from down the road and beyond

Description: An exhibit of photographs by Isabel Weinger Nielsen. Venue: Blinking Light Gallery. Street Address: 16 Main Street. City or Town: Plainfield. County: Washington. Cost: No Charge. Number for more info: 802-454-0141. Web Site: www.blinkinglightgallery.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Blinking Light Gallery.

SPAULDING HIGH SCHOOL AUCTION

Description: see website for more info and a list of items: http://shsauction.googlepages.com/home. Street Address: 155 Ayers St. City or Town: Barre. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Number for more info: 476-4811. Email for more info: karinefm77@yahoo.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. SHS CAFETERIA. For more info visit shsauction.googlepages.com.

Faculty Chalk Talk: The 2008 Elections and the Future of American Politics

Submitted Presenter: Dean Lacy, Professor of Government. Venue: Alumni Hall. City or Town: Hanover NH. County: Grafton NH. Description: What happened in the 2008 American elections? Why did both parties fail to win the key social groups they targeted? How pivotal were the candidates, the issues, the economy, and Iraq? What should we expect in the 2010 midterm elections? Professor Lacy will explore these and other questions using data from a national survey conducted by Dartmouth students and faculty during the 2008 campaign. Contact: Fran Pringle. Email for more info: fran.pringle@dartmouth.edu. Number for more info: 603-646-9159. Cost: Free. Web Site: www.alumni.dartmouth.edu. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Dartmouth College.

Gary Milek Art Show: Eclectic Mix of New Art

Submitted Description: View an eclectic mix of new egg tempera and gold leaf paintings by renowned painter Gary Milek depicting winter-spring-summer-autumn. Art show is open Thurs-Mon, 10-6 thru Oct, and Fri-Sun, 10-6 in Nov. Venue: Cider Hill Gallery. Street Address: 1747 Hunt Rd. City or Town: Windsor. County: Windsor. Cost: Free. Contact: Sarah and Gary Milek. Number for more info: 800-232-4337. Email for more info: milekart@sover.net. Web Site: http://www.garymilek.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Cider Hill Gardens and Gallery 1747 Hunt Rd Windsor Vt 05089. For more info visit www.garymilek.com.

November Wagon Ride Weekends

Submitted Venue: Billings Farm & Museum. Description: Horse-drawn wagon rides; visit the dairy farm and farmhouse; programs and activities. 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Street Address: 5302 River Road. City or Town: Woodstock. County: Windsor. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Adults: $11, Seniors: $10, Children: varies depending on age. Contact: Billings Farm & Museum. Number for more info: 802-457-2355. Email for more info: info@billingsfarm.org. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Billings Farm & Museum.

Super 50: Halloween Exhibit

Submitted Description: A special exhibit to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Rutland Halloween Parade and honor Tom Fagan. Venue: Chaffee Art Center. Street Address: 16 South Main Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Cost: Free. Number for more info: (802) 775-0356. Email for more info: mary@chaffeeartcenter.org. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Chaffee Art Center 16 South Main Street Rutland, VT 05701.

Team Healing Day

Submitted Description: Circle of Healing will be holding its much anticipated Team Healing Day. This is an opportunity to experience the deeply restorative healing benefits of laying on of hands from a team of experienced practitioners. Michelle Evens will be offering Tarot reading for those who are seeking insight. To register please call Cathy at the Circle of Healing (802) 325-3300, ext 6. Street Address: 6256 Route 30. City or Town: Pawlet. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: by donation. Contact: Cathy Walker. Number for more info: 802-325 3300. Email for more info: info@circleofhealing.org. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Circle of Healing 6256 Route 30 Pawlet, VT 05761.

The Art of Action: Shaping Vermont's Future Through Art

Submitted Venue: Chaffee Art Center. Description: A special exhibit created to inspire Vermonters to achieve vision for our state's social, cultural, and political landscape. Street Address: 16 South Main Street. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Cost: Free. Number for more info: (802) 775-0356. Email for more info: mary@chaffeeartcenter.org. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Chaffee Art Center 16 South Main Street Rutland, VT 05701.

Using Quebec Notarial Records

Description: John Fisher will present on how to find and use Quebec notarial records to learn details of your ancestors lives. Venue: Vt-French Canadian Genealogical Society Library. Street Address: Dupont Bldg. Fort Ethan Allen. City or Town: Colchester. County: Chittenden. Age Range: Adults. Cost: free, open to the public. Email for more info: mail@vt-fcgs.org. Number for more info: 802-846-7897. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

les mills' body flow

Submitted City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: body flow is a tai chi, pilates and yoga choreographed workout. Builds strength and flexibility. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $8 class, monthly discounted rates. Contact: taina boynton studio fitness. Email for more info: tdboynton@comast.net. Number for more info: 2368246. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. 129 forest st rutland.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Class

Venue: Vermont Sport and Fitness Club. Street Address: 40 Curtis Ave. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: Covers all of the ranges needed for fighting and can be applied to either self-defense or competition fighting. There is sparring after class for those wanting to train further. Number for more info: 775-9916. Web Site: http://www.vsandf.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Spanish Conversation Hour

Venue: The Inside Scoop. Description: Meet and practice your Spanish. All abilities welcome. City or Town: Brandon. County: Rutland. Cost: Free. Number for more info: 247-6600. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Alao Kung Fu

Submitted Venue: Martial Arts and Fitness. City or Town: Fair Haven. County: Rutland. Description: Si-Fu Robbie, a Filipino American offers classes in the Southern Chinese system of Kung Fu (Hung Gar), Philippines Escrima (stick fighting), and Chin Na. Drop in and try a class! Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $6 per class or $40 per month. Contact: Robert Bride. Email for more info: alaorob8@yahoo.com. Number for more info: 802-265-3470. Web Site: http://alaokungfu.com/Alao_Kung_Fu/Welcome.html. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Fair Haven Fitness Fair Haven Vermont. For more info visit alaokungfu.com.

Brattleboro Museum & Art Center Current Exhibits

Submitted Description: The following seven exhibits are currently showing in 6 galleries and the lawn of the Museum. Open 11-5, closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Vermont Collects: Modern & Contemporary Masters; Exploring Inner and Outer Space: The Art of Anne Eaton Parker; Time and Motion: Paintings by Ralph DeAnna; Waterfall: An Installation by Shuli Sadé; Art of Vermont: Landscapes from the State Collection; Beth Krommes: The Poety of Lines; Joseph Fichter: Bolt. Venue: Brattleboro Museum & Art Center. Street Address: 10 Vernon St. City or Town: Brattleboro. County: Windham. Cost: admission $6 adults, $4 seniors, $3 students, free for BMAC members and children 5 and under. Web Site: http://www.brattleboromuseum.org/exhibits/current-exhibits/. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Brattleboro Museum & Art Center. For more info visit www.brattleboromuseum.org.

Kid's Hip Hop dance with Zach

Submitted Venue: 3rd Floor Studio. Description: Drop- in Kid's (ages 5-10) Hip-Hop Dance Class. Street Address: 120 Merchants Row. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: Children. Cost: $6. Contact: Desk Staff. Number for more info: 802 775-8080. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM. Pyramid Holistic Wellness Center.

Open House

Submitted Venue: West Rutland Free Library. Description: An Open House celebrating the 80th anniversary of the West Rutand Library will be held November 7th from 11am to 12:30 pm. Refreshments will be served. Childrens activities will include face painting, making bookmarks, and games. Street Address: 267 Main Street. City or Town: West Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: none. Contact: Barbara or Kim. Number for more info: 802-438-2964. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. West Rutland Free Library, West Rutland, Vermont.

NIA Movement Class

Submitted Venue: Studio Bliss Center for Expressive Movement. Street Address: The Opera House, 59-67 Merchants Row. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: Movement class that engages body, mind and spirit to deliver a fantastic whole-body workout—sweaty, creative, rhythmic and FUN! Age Range: Adults. Cost: $12 drop in, $10 punch card. Contact: Cathy Salmons, Director. Email for more info: info@blissvt.com. Number for more info: 775-2547. Web Site: www.blissvt.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:15 AM – 12:30 PM. Studio Bliss Center for Expressive Movement. For more info visit www.blissvt.com.

Hip Hop for Kids

Submitted Venue: Pyramid Holitsic Wellness Center. Description: Hip Hop dance class for ages 6-12. Street Address: 120 Merchants Row. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Age Range: Children. Cost: $6.00 per drop-in class. Contact: Zach. Number for more info: (802) 775-8080. Email for more info: penat@pyramidvt.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Pyramid Holistic Wellness Center.

Liz Kauffman - Middle Ground: New Paintings

Venue: Helen Day Art Center. Description: Liz Kauffman translates ambient spaces, rich in line and color, to abstraction. This vocabulary remains the source of her energy to create vibrant, moving paintings. Street Address: 5 School St. City or Town: Stowe. County: Lamoille. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Adults $5, Students & Seniors $3, Children & Members FREE. Contact: Odin Cathcart. Number for more info: 802.253.8358. Email for more info: mail@helenday.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. 5 School St. Stowe, VT 05672. For more info visit www.helenday.com.

The Relentless Eye: Global Cell Phone Photography 2009

Description: Simple and everywhere, cell phone cameras have transformed how photography is practiced. The ubiquity of the form & the limits and possibilities of digital photography — cell phone photography will define this show. Come and see what the relentless eye of an artist ‘reveals’. Venue: Helen Day Art Center. Street Address: 5 School St. City or Town: Stowe. County: Lamoille. Cost: adults $5, students and seniors $3, children and members free. Contact: Odin Cathcart. Number for more info: 802.253.8358. Email for more info: mail@helenday.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. 5 School St. Stowe, VT 05672. For more info visit www.helenday.com.

The T.W. Wood Gallery & Arts Center is please to host the Art Resource Association 2009 Exhibition

Description: The Vermont’s Art Resource Association's (A.R.A.) Annual Show opening Tuesday November 3 and runs through Sunday December 20th. This popular Members' show has been selected by Ray & Jody Brown of Montpelier’s Drawing Board. All work is by local artists and will be on display and for sale through the duration of the exhibit. There will be an opening reception from 5:00-7:00pm on Thursday, November 5th. Venue: T.W. Wood Gallery & Arts Center. Street Address: College Hall - 36 College Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Cost: Free - Donations Appreciated. Contact: Tim Tavcar. Number for more info: 802-828-8743. Email for more info: woodartgallery@vermontcollege.edu. Web Site: www.twwoodgallery.org. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. T.W. Wood Gallery & Arts Center College Hall - Vermont College of Fine Arts 36 College Street Montpelier, VT.

Fire By Friction

Venue: North Branch Nature Center. Description: Fire is as magical today as it was to primitive humans. Yet it is one of the most difficult survival skills to learn. Max Krieger, a field instructor with Adirondack Wilderness Expeditions, will teach you how to make and use your own bow drill and/or hand drill set to create fire by friction. Adult supervision required under 13. Registration limited to 15. Street Address: 713 Elm Street. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $10.00 members, $12.00 nonmembers. Contact: Chip Darmstadt. Number for more info: 802-229-6206. Email for more info: chip@northbranchnaturecenter.org. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Montpelier, VT.

The Viethnam War: A Reflection

Venue: Northfield Historical Society 2009 Exhibit. Description: Northfield Historical Society 2009 Exhibit presents The Vietnam War: A Reflection, at the Pain House, Main Street Northfield, Vermont on Saturdays and Sundays from 1:00-4:00 pm. Opening ceremony is August 15th, 6-9 PM. Vietnam veteran's panel discussion is on September 16th, 6-9 PM.. Another special event to be announced will be held on October 14th from 6-9 PM. The closing ceremony is on November 11th from 12-4 PM. Street Address: Paine House, Main Street. City or Town: Northfield. County: Washington. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Mercedes Wright. Email for more info: keepsakefiber@yahoo.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Paine House, Main Street, Northfield, Vermont.

Introduction to Natural Path Meditation

Submitted Venue: public library. Description: Natural Path Meditation is a heart-centered raja yoga practice for everyone. Raja yoga -- the highest form of yoga -- means yoga of the mind, or yoga of meditation. Street Address: 4 Main Street. City or Town: Proctor. County: Rutland. Age Range: Adults. Cost: free. Contact: Kathryn Schenkman. Number for more info: 802-767-9025. Email for more info: jkknowlton@gmail.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Proctor Free Library.

Natural Path Meditation

Submitted Description: A free introduction to Natural Path (Sahaj Marg) meditation practice. A simple, effective meditation practice designed for people with busy lives. City or Town: Proctor. County: Rutland. Age Range: Adults. Cost: FREE. Contact: Kathryn Schenkman. Number for more info: 802-767-9025. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Proctor Library.

Puccini’s “Turandot” Live in HD from the Met at Town Hall Theater

Submitted Description: Franco Zeffirelli’s breathtaking production of “Turandot” stars Maria Guleghina in the title role of the ruthless princess. As Calàf, Marcello Giordani sings “Nessun dorma.” Andris Nelsons conducts. Broadcast live from the Metropolitan Opera at Town Hall Theater. Tickets, $22, are available through the THT Box Office by calling 802-382-9222, online at www.townhalltheater.org, or in person on Merchants Row, Middlebury (Mon-Sat, noon-5 pm). Venue: Town Hall Theater. Street Address: Merchants Row. City or Town: Middlebury. County: Addison. Written By: Puccini. Cost: $22. Ticket Phone: 802-382-9222. Ticket Web Link: www.townhalltheater.org. Contact: Box Office. Number for more info: 802-382-9222. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 1:00 PM. Town Hall Theater Merchants Row Middlebury, VT.

Story Hour

Submitted Venue: Children's Story Hour. Description: The Bailey Memorial Library hosts a story hour every Saturday from 1-2pm. Everyone is invited to come and take part in the reading of a book and a craft which is theme oriented to a season/holiday. Street Address: 111 Moulton Ave. City or Town: North Clarendon. County: Rutland. Age Range: Children. Cost: free. Number for more info: 802 747 7743. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Bailey Memorial Library 111 Moulton Ave.

Workshop with Sarah Blair, Jeremiah McLane and David Saurett

Venue: Summit School of Traditional Music and Culture. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Genre: other. Description: Learn techniques from musicians who specialize in piano, accordion, Irish fiddle and classical violin. Web Site: www.summit-school.org. Cost: $35/person. Ticket Phone: 802-917-1186. Ticket Web Link: www.summit-school.org. Contact: Katie Trautz. Number for more info: 802-917-1186. Email for more info: music@summit-school.org. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 2:00 PM. Summit School, located on Barre St. in Montpelier.

Episodes From The Twilight Zone

Submitted Description: Rutland High School’s Encore Theatre will present Episodes From The Twilight Zone, featuring episodes by Richard Matheson and others. The evening begins with characters gathered in a diner on the edge of the Twilight Zone. Some will survive their journey into a parallel universe and some will not. Join us for our journey to a different reality. Fifty cents from the sale of each ticket will be donated to Gregg Turner, a former RHS Encore member for his new musical, All Fall Down. Venue: Rutland High School. Street Address: 22 Stratton Rd. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Directed By: Cathy Archer. Written By: Richard Matheson. Cost: $7.00 for adults, $6.00 for students and seniors. Ticket Phone: 770-1134. Contact: Cathy Archer. Number for more info: 770-1134. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Rutland High School.

Youth Hunting Celebration

Submitted Venue: Neshobe Sportsman Club. Description: Youth deer hunting weekend celebration for licensed youth deer hunters. Free barbecue for youth and mentors at 2 p.m. Drawings for prizes, including lifetime licenses at 4 p.m. Must preregister and be accompanied by parent or guardian. Street Address: North Street - Route 53. City or Town: Forest Dale. County: Rutland. Cost: Free. Contact: 247-6960 or 247-6127. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 2:00 PM.

Art Opening

Description: Jazz bassist Ellen Powell, commonly heard at Leunigs Bistro on Thursday nights, will be showing her photographic prints in the Fletcher Room at the Fletcher Free Library, Burlington VT, for the month of November. There will be a reception on Saturday, November 7th, at 2:30. The images in Ms. Powell’s prints reflect her walks in the Burlington area, by Lake Champlain and in parks such as Red Rocks Park, Ethan Allen Homestead, and Indian Brook Reservoir. Venue: Fletcher Room, Fletcher Free Library. Street Address: 235 College St. City or Town: Burlington. County: Chittenden. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: no cost. Contact: Ellen Powell. Number for more info: 802-651-8753. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Burlington VT. For more info visit tinyurl.com.

Che: Part One

Submitted Movie Title: Che: Part One. Description: In 1956, Ernesto “Che” Guevara (Benicio Del Toro) and a group of Cuban exiles led by Fidel Castro travel to Cuba from Mexico. Over the next two years, they build support and mobilize an army to free Cuba from the corrupt dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista. Written by Peter Buchman, the first half of Steven Soderbergh’s epic directorial effort is also known as The Argentine. See Part Two on November 14. Venue: Dana Auditorium. Street Address: College St. City or Town: Middlebury. County: Addison. Directed By: Steven Soderbergh. Written By: Peter Buchman. Cost: Free. Number for more info: 802 443 3168. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 3:00 PM – 5:15 PM. Middlebury College. For more info visit www.middlebury.edu.

Moving Light School of Dance

Description: Ballet, Modern, Creative Dance, & Bellydance Classes for ages 3 through adults. Venue: Plainfield Town Hall. City or Town: Plainfield. County: Washington. Email for more info: charrisml@fairpoint.net. Number for more info: (802) 426-2011. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 3:30 PM. Plainfield Town Hall.

Panel Discussion: The Changing Landscape of Publishing

Submitted Description: Attention writers: Learn how to get an agent, what publishers are looking for in new books and more with Bob Miller, president/publisher of Harper Studio, David Black, founder of the David Black Agency, publishing veteran Joann Davis, and Debbie Stier, associate publisher of Harper Studio. Cost: Free. Venue: Northshire Bookstore. Street Address: 4869 Main St. City or Town: Manchester. County: Bennington. Web Site: http://www.northshire.com/events.php. Contact: Linda Ellingsworth. Number for more info: 802-362-2200. Email for more info: events@northshire.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Northshire Bookstore.

Benefit Concert for Summit School of Traditional Music and Culture and the Bridge Newspaper

Band or group: Susannah Blachly, George White, Sarah Blair and Jeremiah McLane. Genre: other. Venue: TW Wood Art Gallery. Street Address: 36 College St. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Description: Musicians Susannah Blachly , Sarah Blair, George White and Jeremiah McLane perform to benefit the Summit School and the Bridge Newspaper of Montpelier. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Katie Trautz. Cost: $12, reservations recommended, children 6 and under free. Ticket Phone: 802-917-1186. Ticket Web Link: www.summit-school.org. Email for more info: music@summit-school.org. Number for more info: 802-917-1186. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 5:00 PM. TW Wood Art Gallery Montpelier, VT.

Pawlet Community Church Roast Pork Dinner

Submitted Venue: Pawlet Community Church. Description: Roast Pork Dinner with Stuffing, potatoes, gravy and all the fixings. Dessert this month will be Rosalie's yummy cakes. City or Town: Pawlet. County: Rutland. Cost: Adults $10.00. Contact: Doreen Mach at 325-3428 or Judy Coolidge at 325-3073. Number for more info: 325-3022. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 5:00 PM.

Turkey Supper on November 7

Submitted Description: Turkey and all the fixings including homemade rolls and pies. Call 802-989-3322 to order take out meals. City or Town: Orwell. County: Addison. Cost: Adults $10, children 12 and under $5. Number for more info: 802-989-3322. Email for more info: fletcher919@msn.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Orwell Town Hall.

Human Power: Getting Ready to Get Around When the Gas Runs Out

Venue: Grange Hall, Northfield Street (Route 12 just south of Montpelier). Description: Nancy Schulz, Executive Director of the Vermont Bicycle and Pedestrian Coalition, will speak about the Coalition’s programs to support bicycling and walking for transportation, health, recreation, and fun to enhance our communities, environment, and economy. Potluck to follow. Street Address: 6612 Vt. Rt 12. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Cost: Free and open to the public. Contact: Marjorie Power. Number for more info: 802-229-0782. Email for more info: mpower9@yahoo.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 5:30 PM. Grange Hall, Northfield Street (Route 12 just south of Montpelier).

boomer bodies

Submitted Street Address: 129 forest st. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Description: boomer bodies is a low impact aerobic class, fused with strength,balance and stability exercises. Great music, complete workout. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: $8 class, monthly discounted rates. Contact: taina boynton studio fitness. Email for more info: tdboynton@comast.net. Number for more info: 8022368246. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 5:30 PM. 129 forest st rutland.

Friends of the Art Museum Purchase Party

Submitted Venue: Kirk Alumni Center. Description: Members of the Friends of the Art Museum are invited to enjoy an entertaining evening of art that ends with voting on a new purchase for the Museum’s collection. Sponsored by the Middlebury College Museum of Art. For members only. Street Address: 217 Golf Course Rd. City or Town: Middlebury. County: Addison. Number for more info: 802.443.2034. Email for more info: asolomon@middlebury.edu. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 5:30 PM. Middlebury College.

Affiliated Artist Collaborative Concert

Submitted Genre: other. Venue: Mahaney Center for the Arts, Concert Hall. Street Address: 72 Porterfield Rd. City or Town: Middlebury. County: Addison. Description: From classical to bluegrass, from show tunes to new music, members of the music department’s outstanding group of private music teachers perform solo and ensemble pieces from a wide range of repertoires. Cost: Free. Number for more info: 802 443 3168. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 6:00 PM. Middlebury College.

Annual Gourmet Game Dinner

Submitted Venue: Fair Haven Eagles Club. Street Address: 12 Academy St. City or Town: Fair Haven. County: Rutland. Description: Annual Gourmet Game Dinner to raise funds for Fair Haven Concerned. There will be alternative choices for those whodon't like game. Cost: $10 Adult, $5.00 Child suggested donation. Contact: Bart Amerio. Email for more info: namerio@comcast.net. Number for more info: 802 770-4434. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Fair Haven Eagles Club #3907 12 Academy St Fair Haven, VT 05743.

Dance lessons and Social Dancing

Submitted Venue: Ludlow Town Hall. Description: 6pm-7pm basic beginner West Coast Swing 7pm-8pm basic beginner Salsa 10.00 Per person, couples 15.00 Dance free with lesson Social Dancing at the Ludlow Town Hall 8pm-11pm Music mix 5.00 Dance. Street Address: 37 Depot Street. City or Town: Ludlow. County: Windsor. Age Range: All Ages. Email for more info: karencdance@comcast.net. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Ludlow Town Hall , Ludlow Vermont.

Murder at the Company Party

Submitted Description: The Brandon Town Players present "Murder at the Company Party" their 4th annual murder mystery/dinner theater at South Station Restaurant on Nov. 6th & 7th. Cash bar at 6, buffet dinner & show at 6:30 with Silent Auction. Tickets $35 in advance no later than Nov. 3rd by calling Debbie Jennings at 345-3033. Venue: South Station Restaurant. Street Address: Trolley Square. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Directed By: Kathy Mathis. Written By: Eileen Moushey. Cost: $35. Ticket Phone: 345-3033. Contact: Debbie Jennings. Number for more info: 247-6720. Email for more info: katmathis@gmail.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. South Station Restaurant, Rutland, VT.

Mini Mud!

Description: This youth version of the Mud Season Variety Show moves to a new season. Venue: Chandler Music Hall. City or Town: Randolph. County: Orange. Cast: Central Vermont youth and teen performers ages 7 - 18. Cost: Reserved: Adults $15, Students $8. Ticket Phone: 802-728-6464. Ticket Web Link: www.chandler-arts.org. Number for more info: 802-728-9878. Web Site: www.chandler-arts.org. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:00 PM. Chandler Music Hall 71-73 Main Street Randolph, Vt.

What were Jews Doing When Champlain Explored the Lake?

Presenter: Michal Woll. Venue: Beth Jacob Synagogue. Street Address: 10 Harrison Ave. City or Town: Montpelier. County: Washington. Description: Rabbi Michal Woll will present an overview and some snapshots of Jewish life around the world in 1609. Number for more info: 802-229-9429. Web Site: www.bethjacobvt.org. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.

Episodes From The Twilight Zone

Submitted Description: Rutland High School’s Encore Theatre will present Episodes From The Twilight Zone, featuring episodes by Richard Matheson and others. The evening begins with characters gathered in a diner on the edge of the Twilight Zone. Some will survive their journey into a parallel universe and some will not. Join us for our journey to a different reality.Fifty cents from the sale of each ticket will be donated to Gregg Turner, a former RHS Encore member for his new musical, All Fall Down. Venue: Rutland High School. Street Address: 22 Stratton Rd. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Directed By: CathyArcher. Written By: Richard Matheson. Cost: $7.00, adults $6.00 seniors and students. Ticket Phone: 770-1134. Contact: Cathy Archer. Number for more info: 770-1134. Email for more info: carcher@rutlandhs.k12.vt.us. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Rutland High School.

Joann Davis presents her new novel, The Book of the Shepherd

Submitted Description: Davis presents her new novel The Book of the Shepherd, the story of a rare antiquarian book containing profound life lessons that is discovered in a Vermont farmhouse. Cost: Free. Venue: Northshire Bookstore. Street Address: 4869 Main St. City or Town: Manchester. County: Bennington. Web Site: http://www.northshire.com/events.php. Contact: Linda Ellingsworth. Number for more info: 802-362-2200. Email for more info: events@northshire.com. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Northshire Bookstore.

Square Dance

Submitted Venue: Grange Hall. Description: Caller is Arnie Stoddard. Street Address: Route 103. City or Town: Gassetts. County: Windsor. Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Donation $5. Number for more info: 875-2637. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.

Eleva Chamber Players presents Brilliant!

Venue: Waterbury Congregational Church/United Church of Christ. Street Address: 8 North Main St. City or Town: Waterbury. County: Washington. Genre: classical. Description: Central Vermont's professional chamber orchestra performs an all-British program of string music. Web Site: http://www.elevachamberplayers.org. Cost: $20, $18 Seniors & Students. Ticket Phone: 802-244-8354. Ticket Web Link: http://www.elevachamberplayers.org/buytickets.html. Contact: Willie Docto. Number for more info: 802-244-8354. Email for more info: wil@elevachamberplayers.org. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:30 PM. Waterbury Congregational Church/United Church of Christ. For more info visit www.elevachamberplayers.org.

The Threepenny Opera

Description: Brecht's 1928 tale of beggars, thieves, prostitutes and polygamy takes place during the coronation of Queen Victoria (1838), in London. Offers a darkly comic glimpse of the ugly side of urban industrialism. Features the song "Mack the Knife.". Venue: Twinspace, Twinfield Union School. Street Address: 106 Nasmith Brook Road. City or Town: Plainfield. County: Washington. Cost: $3 suggested, no one turned away. Contact: Peter Young. Number for more info: 802-454-9334. Email for more info: shakespeareinthehills@charter.net. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Plainfield VT Twinspace, Twinfield Union School.

UVM Lane Series Presents: Di Wu with the Burlington Chamber Orchestra

Venue: UVM Recital Hall. Street Address: Redstone Campus. City or Town: Burlington. County: Chittenden. Genre: classical. Description: The Burlington Chamber Orchestra, just beginning its third season, has already become a major prescence on our area’s classical music cultural calendar. The members of the ensemble, under the direction of Michael Hopkins, are talented Vermont professionals who are responsible for the music education of hundreds of students as music teachers in our region. Joining the group as soloist will be Di Wu, finalist of the 2009 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. Web Site: http://www.uvm.edu/laneseries/Van_Cliburn.php. Cost: $20 Student $25 Adult. Ticket Phone: 8026564455. Ticket Web Link: http://www.uvm.edu/laneseries/events.php. Contact: roxanne Vought. Number for more info: 8026564455. Email for more info: roxanne.vought@uvm.edu. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:30 PM. University of Vermont. For more info visit www.uvm.edu.

Adirondack Stampede Charity Rodeo

Submitted Venue: Glens Falls Civic Center. Street Address: One Civic Center Plaza. City or Town: Glens Falls N.Y. County: Warren N.Y. Description: The Adirondack Stampede Rodeo is a PRCA-sanctioned rodeo featuring cowboys from across the US competing in Bull Riding, Barrel Racing, Saddle Bronc Riding, Team roping, Steer Wrestling, Bareback Riding and Tie-Down Roping. Free cowboy hats for the first 500 kids in tjhe door! Cost: $13 adults, $9 children. Contact: Nick Saunders. Ticket Phone: 518-798-0202. Email for more info: nsaunders@glensfallscc.com. Number for more info: 518-798-0202. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM. Glens Falls Civic Center. For more info visit www.glensfallscc.com.

Dance to Country Music

Submitted Venue: Dance to Country Music. City or Town: Rutland. County: Rutland. Genre: country. Description: Dance to Shiloh Band. Cost: $5.00 a couple, $3.00 per single. Contact: Howard Papineau. Number for more info: 802-683-0114. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM. American Legion Post 31 Rultand.

Jesse Cook

Submitted Band or group: Jesse Cook. Genre: jazz, world. Venue: Woodstock Town Hall Theater. Street Address: 31 The Green. City or Town: Woodstock. County: Windsor. Description: Jesse cook knows a thing or two about frontiers. Over the course of a dozen years an numerous best-selling albums, the virtuoso flamenco guitarist has explored the outer limits of popular music, breaking new ground with each successive recording. In the past, cook has blended African percussion, Cajun accordion, classical cello and pop vocals with his own rumba flamenco style to create a thrilling, multi-textured global hybrid. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Pentangle Box Office. Cost: Adults- $30, Children- $25. Ticket Phone: 802.457.3981. Email for more info: info@pentanglearts.org. Number for more info: 802.457.3981. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Woodstock Town Hall Theater.

Joel Fan, Pianist

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