Events in Burlington, Vermont – February 6th – 8th

There’s always something to do in Burlington, VT. Below is a sample of the some of events happening in Burlington this weekend…
Friday, February 6th, 2014

Burlington Winter Festival: Hotel Vermont Ice Bar

Imbibers chill out with local libations, live music and sculptures of frozen water. Fri., Feb. 6, 6:30-9:30 p.m. and Sat., Feb. 7, 6:30-9:30 p.m. (Sat Sold out!) at Hotel Vermont in Burlington. $32.25-42.75; cash bar; for ages 21 and up. Tickets still available for Friday night: http://www.flynntix.org/see-description/hotel-vermont-ice-bar/Details?perfNo=11796&perfCodePrefix=OVG15I

Health & Wellness Festival

Folks access local services from medical screenings to fitness demos. Fri., Feb. 6, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Burlington Town Center Mall in Burlington. Free. More info: http://www.burlingtontowncenter.com/event/2145450279

Middle School Debate

In a simulation of colonial America, Edmunds Middle School students exchange ideas about whether the 13 colonies should declare independence from England. Fri., Feb. 6, 12:40-2:40 p.m. at Burlington City Hall Auditorium in Burlington. Free.

Creative 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 Feb. 27 at Studio 266 in Burlington. Free; preregister: www.burlingtonwritersworkshop.com

Music With Robert

Sing-alongs with Robert Resnik entertain music lovers. Daycare programs welcome with one caregiver for every two children. Fri., Feb. 6, 10:30-11 a.m., Fri., Feb. 13, 10:30-11 a.m. and Fri., Feb. 20, 10:30-11 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. 6, 11-11:30 a.m., Fri., Feb. 13, 11-11:30 a.m. and Fri., Feb. 20, 11-11:30 a.m. at Robert Miller Community & Recreation Center in Burlington. Free.

Open Heart Circle

A safe space for men and women encourages gratitude, reflection, affirmation and more. Every third Friday, 5:45-7:45 p.m. Continues through April 17 at Sacred Mountain Studio in Burlington. Donations. Tickets: http://soulflares.org/retreats-and-circles/

Laughter Yoga

Breathe, clap, chant and giggle! Participants reduce stress with this playful practice. Bring personal water. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. Continues through Feb. 13 at The Wellness Co-op 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.

Bluebird Fairy Card Readings

Sessions with artist Emily Anderson offer folks insight into their lives. Fri., Feb. 6, 5-8 p.m. at The S.P.A.C.E. Gallery in Burlington. Free.

Archetypes as Inner Allies

Participants gain tools to strengthen life decisions, deepen relationships and create abundance. Fri., Feb. 6, 5:30-7 p.m. at Rainbow Institute in Burlington. $15.

Bretano String Quartet

The award-winning foursome stops listeners in their tracks with works by Debussy, Marc-Antoine Charpentier and James MacMillan. Preperformance lecture, 6:30 p.m.; concert, 7:30 p.m. Fri., Feb. 6, 7:30 p.m. at UVM Recital Hall, Redstone Campus in Burlington. $10-30.

Stealing From Work

Local actors poke fun at popular culture in Angie Albeck and Marianne DiMascio’s in original sketch comedy A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Front Porch Forum. Show contains mature material; for adults only. Tickets for the February 4 show are by donation. Through Feb. 6, 7:30 p.m., Sat., Feb. 7, 4 & 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Feb. 8, 4 p.m. at Off Center for the Dramatic Arts in Burlington. $15.

‘Or,’

Vermont Stage Company channels the 1660s in a fast-paced romp about poet, playwright and spy Aphra Behn. Through Feb. 7, 7:30 p.m., Sun., Feb. 8, 2 p.m., Through Feb. 14, 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Feb. 15, 2 p.m. at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $28.80-37.50.

 

Saturday, February 7th, 2014

Burlington Winter Festival

Folks brave the chilly temps and head to the Penguin Plunge, the Kids VT Camp & School Fair, Church Street’s Winter Lights installation and more. See enjoyburlington.com for details. Sat., Feb. 7, 10 a.m. at Various downtown Burlington locations in Burlington. Prices vary. More information: http://churchstmarketplace.com/calendar/annual-events/winter-lights

Burlington Penguin Plunge

Swimmers don quirky costumes for a dip in the icy waters of Lake Champlain at this Special Olympics Vermont fundraiser. Sat., Feb. 7, 11 a.m. at Waterfront Park in Burlington. $25 plus $150 in funds raised; free for spectators. More information: http://www.firstgiving.com/vtso/burlington2015

Cool School Penguin Plunge

Students in grades K through 12 shake off the chill and take a dunk in Lake Champlain at this fundraiser for Special Olympics Vermont. Sat., Feb. 7, 12 p.m. at Waterfront Park in Burlington. Donations; free for spectators. Info: http://www.firstgiving.com/vtso/burlingtonschoolplunge2015

Burlington Winter Festival: Hotel Vermont Ice Bar – Sold Out!

Imbibers chill out with local libations, live music and sculptures of frozen water. Fri., Feb. 6, 6:30-9:30 p.m. and (Sat Sold out!) at Hotel Vermont in Burlington. $32.25-42.75; cash bar; for ages 21 and up. Tickets still available for Friday night:  http://www.flynntix.org/see-description/hotel-vermont-ice-bar/Details?perfNo=11796&perfCodePrefix=OVG15I

East Asia Seminar Series for Teachers

Educators expand their knowledge of contemporary Japan-China relations and the development of political institutions in China. Sat., Sat. Feb. 7th, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at University of Vermont in Burlington. Free; preregister: http://www.vermont.org/vcwa/our-events/upcoming-events

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.

Burlington Writers Workshop Book Club

Bibliophiles swap ideas and opinions about Kate Atkinson’s Human Croquet. Sat., Feb. 7, 11 a.m. at Studio 266 in Burlington. Free; Preregister at burlingtonwritersworkshop.com

Katherine Paterson

The award-winning author of Bridge to Terabithia reads and discusses Stories of My Life. Sat., Feb. 7, 11 a.m. at Phoenix Books (Burlington) in Burlington. $2; limited space.

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.

‘Kids VT’ Camp & School Fair

Dreaming about summer? Representatives from dozens of local organizations provide information about exciting programs to look forward to. Sat., Feb. 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Hilton Hotel in Burlington. Free.

Young Tradition Vermont Showcase

Teachers and students team up for fiddle tunes, dancing, drumming and singing. Sat., Feb. 7, 6-9:30 p.m. at Burlington City Hall Auditorium in Burlington. Donations.

Dance Showcase: ‘Dance: Community, Movement, Support’

A diverse lineup of regional performers take the stage to raise funds for Puppets in Education. Sat., Feb. 7, 7 p.m. at Black Box Theater, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $20-23.

Stealing From Work

Local actors poke fun at popular culture in Angie Albeck and Marianne DiMascio’s in original sketch comedy A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Front Porch Forum. Show contains mature material; for adults only. Tickets for the February 4 show are by donation. Through Feb. 6, 7:30 p.m., Sat., Feb. 7, 4 & 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Feb. 8, 4 p.m. at Off Center for the Dramatic Arts in Burlington. $15.

The Capitol Steps

Capitol Steps, a theatrical troupe known for its political satire for more than 30 years and as many albums later, the award-winning ensemble spins national news into hilarious antics that poke fun at everyone from President Obama to Pope Francis. This laugh-a-minute romp draws from a rich reserve of material, including selections from the group’s 2014 album, How to Succeed in Congress Without Really Lying. Sat., Feb. 7, 8 p.m. at Flynn MainStage in Burlington. $15-40.

‘Or,’

Vermont Stage Company channels the 1660s in a fast-paced romp about poet, playwright and spy Aphra Behn. Through Feb. 7, 7:30 p.m., Sun., Feb. 8, 2 p.m., Through Feb. 14, 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Feb. 15, 2 p.m. at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $28.80-37.50.

 

Sunday, February 8th, 2014

Chocolate Valentine Desserts

Sweets lovers whip up mouthwatering treats with Rod Rehwinkel. Sun., Feb. 8, 2-3:30 p.m. at McClure Multigenerational Center in Burlington. $5-10; Limited space, preregister: 802-658-3585

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.

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 Folk Dancing

Taught by Louise Brill. Easier line and circle dances are taught the first hour, followed by intermediate dances, reviews and open request dancing. Beginners are welcome and no partner required. Wear informal, comfortable clothing. Plenty of parking. Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, Burlington, 5-8 p.m. $6 recommended donation. Contact Louise: 540-1020 or [email protected]

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.

Stealing From Work

Local actors poke fun at popular culture in Angie Albeck and Marianne DiMascio’s in original sketch comedy A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Front Porch Forum. Show contains mature material; for adults only. Tickets for the February 4 show are by donation. Through Feb. 6, 7:30 p.m., Sat., Feb. 7, 4 & 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Feb. 8, 4 p.m. at Off Center for the Dramatic Arts in Burlington. $15.

‘Or,’

Vermont Stage Company channels the 1660s in a fast-paced romp about poet, playwright and spy Aphra Behn. Through Feb. 7, 7:30 p.m., Sun., Feb. 8, 2 p.m., Through Feb. 14, 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Feb. 15, 2 p.m. at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $28.80-37.50.
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Events listing source: SevenDaysVT, and Colchester Sun