Events in Burlington, Vermont – April 17th – 19th

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

Friday, April 17th, 2015

Relay For Life UVM

Participants complete laps around the track as part of the world’s largest cancer-fighting movement. Fri., April 17, 4 p.m. at UVM Archie Post Athletic Complex in Burlington. Donations or to register: http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR/RelayForLife/RFLCY15NE?pg=entry&fr_id=64868

The Art of Journal Writing

Putting pen to paper, participants experiment with different styles, then discuss their experiences. 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. 302

Poetry Experience

Lit lovers analyze works-in-progress penned by Burlington Writers Workshop members. Fridays, 10:30 a.m. and Saturdays, 11 a.m. Continues through April 25 at 22 Church St. in Burlington. Free; preregister, limited space: http://www.meetup.com/The-Burlington-Writers-Workshop/

Annual Spring Rummage Sale

Bargain seekers browse a wide array of secondhand treasures. Fri., April 17, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sat., April 18, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Burlington in Burlington. Free.

Music With Robert

Sing-alongs with Robert Resnik hit all the right notes. Daycare programs welcome, with one caregiver for every two children. Fri., April 17, 10:30-11 a.m. at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington

Stories With Megan

Captivating tales entertain budding bookworms ages 2 through 5. Fridays through April 17, 11-11:30 a.m. at Robert Miller Community & Recreation Center in Burlington. Free.

ECHO Earth Week’s MudFest

Families celebrate muck in all its glory with themed activities, games and mud flinging. Through April 26, 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Regular admission, $9.50-12.50; free for kids ages 2 and under.

Laughter Yoga

Breathe, clap, chant and giggle! Participants reduce stress with this playful practice. Bring personal water. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. 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.

Fellowship of the Wheel Spring Fling Season Kick-off Party

Cyclists get psyched for spring mountain biking with tasty eats and live tunes by A House On Fire. Proceeds benefit current FOTW projects. Fri., April 17, 7 p.m.-12 a.m. at Union Station in Burlington. $20; cash bar.

Gregory Alan Isakov

Songwriter Gregory Alan Isakov has a knack for finding wonder in the mundane. The latest example of this is the South Africa native’s new record, The Weatherman. Quietly stirring and sincere, the record has drawn raves from the likes of the Washington Post and Esquire. Writes the latter, the album is “straightforward and pure, and manages to reveal the beauty in ‘everyday’ moments.” Isakov appears with songwriter Jolie Holland; Fri., April 17, 8 p.m. at First Unitarian Universalist Society in Burlington. $20 Tickets: https://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/769127/tfly?__utma=1.1272003901.1391666717.1425490602.1428586894.60&__utmb=1.1.10.1428586894&__utmc=1&__utmx=-&__utmz=1.1428586894.60.21.utmcsr=gregoryalanisakov.com

Natasha Paremski

Listen to prize-winning pianist Natasha Paremski bring works by Brahms, Chopin and Rachmaninoff come alive. Fri., April 17, 7:30 p.m. at UVM Recital Hall, Redstone Campus in Burlington. $10-30.

‘O, Caligula! A Musical’

History comes alive in Saints & Poets Production Company’s musical comedy based on the Roman emperor. Adult content; for mature audiences only. Thu., April 16, 7:30 p.m., Fri., April 17, 7:30 p.m., Sat., April 18, 2 & 7:30 p.m., Thu., April 23, 7:30 p.m., Fri., April 24, 7:30 p.m., Sat., April 25, 2 & 7:30 p.m., Thu., April 30, 7:30 p.m., Fri., May 1, 7:30 p.m. and Sat., May 2, 2 & 7:30 p.m. at Off Center for the Dramatic Arts in Burlington. $20.

Saturday, April 18th, 2015

ONE Spring Fling: An Old North End Community Celebration

Food, raffle prizes and a photo booth complement tunes from the Art Herttua & Stephen Morabito Jazz Duo at a fundraiser for the ONE Good Deed Fund. Sat., April 18, 7:30-10:30 p.m. at North End Studio A in Burlington. $20-35. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/one-spring-fling-an-old-north-end-community-celebration-tickets-16126258072

School of Creative and Performing Arts Summer Program Information Session

Teens get the scoop on intensives in filmmaking, photography, dance and acting. Sat., April 18, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Champlain College in Burlington. Free.

Annual Spring Rummage Sale

Bargain seekers browse a wide array of secondhand treasures.  Sat., April 18, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Burlington in Burlington. Free.

Introduction to PowerPoint

Those familiar with the program get creative with slide shows, charts, text, templates and more. Sat., April 18, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. $3 suggested donation; preregister for a time slot with Barbara Shatara: [email protected] or 802 865 7211

Mapping Found Sounds

Repurposed microphones become electronic listening devices for future use on an auditory adventure around Burlington. Sat., April 18, 12-3 p.m. at Fleming Museum, UVM in Burlington. $25; preregister: http://www.uvm.edu/~fleming/index.php?category=events&page=programs

Art With a Spice

All skill levels are welcome at an open class aimed at learning art techniques while socializing and building community. Sat., April 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m. and Sat., April 25, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Swan Dojo in Burlington. $22. Tickets: http://www.artwithaspice.eventbrite.com/

Chocolate Tasting

Chocoholics sample confections and discover the six steps involved in evaluating flavor profiles. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Continues through Jan. 30, 2016 at Lake Champlain Chocolates Factory Store & Café in Burlington. Free.

Wine Tasting: Across Corsica

Vino lovers sample varietals from esteemed winemakers Jean-Charles Abbatucci, Yves Canarelli and Antoine Arena. Sat., April 18, 1-5 p.m. at Dedalus Wine Shop in Burlington. Free.

Vermont Compassion Centers

Folks get information about the Vermont law allowing for legal medical marijuana access. Sat., April 18, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Peace & Justice Center in Burlington. Free.

Creative Writing Workshop

Lit lovers analyze works-in-progress penned by Burlington Writers Workshop members. Fridays, 10:30 a.m. and Saturdays, 11 a.m. Continues through April 25 at 22 Church St. in Burlington. Free; Preregister, limited space: http://www.meetup.com/The-Burlington-Writers-Workshop/

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.

ECHO Earth Week’s MudFest

Families celebrate muck in all its glory with themed activities, games and mud flinging. Through April 26, 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Regular admission, $9.50-12.50; free for kids ages 2 and under.

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. Free

Bike Jam

Gearheads help low-income Vermonters with repairs, while others craft jewelry out of old bicycle parts or help out around the shop. Third Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Continues through April 18 at Bike Recycle Vermont 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.

Meditative Sacred Circle Dancing

Uplifting music enlivens ancient and modern international choreographies in a welcoming class. Sat., April 18, 4-6 p.m. at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.

The Way of the Heart Sacred Cacao Ceremony & Sound Healing

Katrina Coravos of Liberty Chocolates facilitates a traditional celebration of Mexican cacao. Potluck fare, guided sound meditation and ecstatic dance round out the event. Sat., April 18, 3-8 p.m. at Bobbin Mill Community Center in Burlington. $20 suggested donation; preregister.

Vermont Contemporary Music Ensemble

David Huddle’s poem, “The Husband’s Tale,” inspires original pieces by local composers in “Too Intimate?” Sat., April 18, 7:30 p.m. at Black Box Theater, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $5-25.

Vermont Symphony Orchestra Chorus

Compositions by Bach, Handel, Brahms and Vaughan Williams propel “Masters in Springtime.” Sat., April 18, 7:30 p.m. at College Street Congregational Church in Burlington. $15. Tickets: https://vso.givezooks.com/events/the-vso-chorus-presents-masters-in-springtime/

2015 Vermonters Ball

Tunes by DJ Robbie entertain attendees, who mix and match formal wear with plaid, mud boots and more. Silent auction proceeds benefit the DREAM Program. Sat., April 18, 8-11 p.m. at Hotel Vermont in Burlington. $15-20. Tickets: http://vermontersball.brownpapertickets.com/

‘O, Caligula! A Musical’

History comes alive in Saints & Poets Production Company’s musical comedy based on the Roman emperor. Adult content; for mature audiences only. Thu., April 16, 7:30 p.m., Fri., April 17, 7:30 p.m., Sat., April 18, 2 & 7:30 p.m., Thu., April 23, 7:30 p.m., Fri., April 24, 7:30 p.m., Sat., April 25, 2 & 7:30 p.m., Thu., April 30, 7:30 p.m., Fri., May 1, 7:30 p.m. and Sat., May 2, 2 & 7:30 p.m. at Off Center for the Dramatic Arts in Burlington. $20.

 

Sunday, April 19th, 2015

Spring Book & Ephemera Fair

Bibliophiles visit pages of publishing past with rare and unusual titles. Maps, postcards and more complete the trip down memory lane. Sun., April 19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Hilton Hotel in Burlington. Free.

ECHO Earth Week’s MudFest

Families celebrate muck in all its glory with themed activities, games and mud flinging. Through April 26, 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Regular admission, $9.50-12.50; free for kids ages 2 and under.

Radio Play Workshop

Wordsmiths explore the art of writing narrative to be broadcast over the airwaves. Sun., April 19, 12-2 p.m. at 22 Church St. in Burlington. Free; preregister, limited space: http://www.meetup.com/The-Burlington-Writers-Workshop/

Robert Mello

The Vermont Superior Court judge lets his love of history shine in Moses Robinson and the Founding of Vermont. Sun., April 19, 2-3 p.m. at Ethan Allen Homestead 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

Louise Brill and friends organize people into lines and circles set to complex rhythms. No partner necessary. Sun., April 19, 7-9 p.m. at Ohavi Zedek Synagogue in Burlington. $6; bring snacks to share.

Nia with Linda

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.
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Events listing source: SevenDaysVT, FindAndGoSeek.net, and Colchester Sun