Events in Burlington, Vermont – November 29th – 30th

There’s always something to do in Burlington, VT. Below is a sample of the some of events happening in Burlington this weekend…

Saturday, November 29th, 2014

Benefit Art Sale

Shoppers stock up on prints, oil paintings, holiday cards, and more. Proceeds support Local Motion and the Ronald MacDonald House. Sat., Nov. 29, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun., Nov. 30, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Mon., Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Montstream Studio in Burlington. Free; donations of canned goods accepted.

Women’s Festival of Crafts

Handmade wares by more than 80 local female artisans reflect a wide array of creative skills. Food and beverages available for purchase. Sat., Nov. 29, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sun., Nov. 30, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Memorial Auditorium in Burlington. Free. Information: www.womensfestivalofcrafts.com.

ECHO Story Explorers: In November

Why do birds migrate south when the temperature drops? A themed read and activity give curious kiddos the answers. Sat., Nov. 29, 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.

Generator Membership Orientation

A guided tour of Burlington’s newest maker space highlights facilities, equipment, tools and more. Sat., Nov. 29, 4-5 p.m. at Generator in Burlington. $10.

Indies First: Vermont Authors Working for Phoenix Books

Lit lovers hit the stacks, where they receive gift-giving advice from an all-star lineup of local writers. See phoenixbooks.biz for details. Sat., Nov. 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at Phoenix Books in Burlington. Free.

Hot Chocolate Tasting & Cookie Decorating

Sips of fair-trade hot cocoa pave the way for creative fun with sweet treats. Sat., Nov. 29, 12-4 p.m. at Lake Champlain Chocolates Factory Store & Café 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. at North End Studio A in Burlington. $10.

‘The Nutcracker’

Local dance students join members of the Albany Berkshire Ballet in this holiday classic about a young girl’s magical Christmas Eve dream. Sat., Nov. 29, 3 & 7 p.m. and Sun., Nov. 30, 1 p.m. at Flynn MainStage in Burlington. $19-41. Tickets: http://www.flynntix.org/flynn-mainstage/abbs-the-nutcracker/Details?perfNo=11542&perfCodePrefix=ABB15N

 

Sunday, November 30th, 2014

Benefit Art Sale

Shoppers stock up on prints, oil paintings, holiday cards, and more. Proceeds support Local Motion and the Ronald MacDonald House. Sat., Nov. 29, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun., Nov. 30, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Mon., Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Montstream Studio in Burlington. Free; donations of canned goods accepted.

Women’s Festival of Crafts

Handmade wares by more than 80 local female artisans reflect a wide array of creative skills. Food and beverages available for purchase. Sat., Nov. 29, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sun., Nov. 30, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Memorial Auditorium in Burlington. Free. Information: www.womensfestivalofcrafts.com.

OK ABC Practice

A: Who am I? B: What do I want to be? C: How can I change the world? An open meeting welcomes those looking to explore these inquiries. Sundays, 4:45-6 p.m. Continues through Jan. 25 at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.

Meet the Grinch!

Kiddos and their parents get acquainted with Dr. Seuss’ meanest, greenest character over stories and themed activities. Sun., Nov. 30, 2 p.m. at Phoenix Books in Burlington. Free.

Dimanches French Conversation

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 24 at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.

Balkan Singing & Folk Dancing

Folks lift their voices with Flo Fooden, then join Louise Brill and friends, who organize them into lines and circles set to complex rhythms. No partner necessary. Sun., Nov. 30, 3-6 p.m. at Ohavi Zedek Synagogue in Burlington. $6.

Nia with Suzy

Drawing from martial arts, dance arts and healing arts, sensory-based movements inspire participants to explore their potential. Sundays, 9-10 a.m. at South End Studio in Burlington. $14.

‘The Nutcracker’

Local dance students join members of the Albany Berkshire Ballet in this holiday classic about a young girl’s magical Christmas Eve dream. Sat., Nov. 29, 3 & 7 p.m. and Sun., Nov. 30, 1 p.m. at Flynn MainStage in Burlington. $19-41. Tickets: http://www.flynntix.org/flynn-mainstage/abbs-the-nutcracker/Details?perfNo=11542&perfCodePrefix=ABB15N
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Events listing source: SevenDaysVT, and Colchester Sun