Events in Burlington, Vermont – September 4th – 6th

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

Friday, September 4th, 2015

First Friday Art Map Burlington

September’s First Friday Art features 21 venues open for you at various locations in Burlington. Check them out & more info: http://artmapburlington.com/

Creative Writing Workshop

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

Arts Riot Truck Stop

Mobile kitchens serve up gourmet eats and local libations. at ArtsRiot in Burlington. Cost of food and drink. Fridays 5-10pm through Oct 9 at ArtsRiot, info: http://artsriot.com/events/

Music With Robert

Sing-alongs with Robert Resnik hit all the right notes. Daycare programs welcome with one caregiver for every two children. at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Fridays, 10:30-11 a.m. Continues through Sept. 18

First Friday Soul Dance

Movers and shakers explore the rhythms of everyday life through free-form creative expression. at The Wellness Collective in Burlington. $10. First Friday of every month, 5:30-7 p.m. Continues through Nov. 6

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 Hatha Yoga

Students move at their own pace in a gentle, reflective practice. at South End Studio in Burlington. Fridays, 5:15-6:15 p.m. $6.

Recovery Community Yoga

A stretching session for all ability levels builds physical and mental strength to support healing. at Turning Point Center in Burlington, Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free.

Bluebird Fairy Card Readings

Sessions with artist Emily Anderson offer folks insight into their lives. at ArtsRiot in Burlington. $5. Fridays, 5-10 p.m., Fri., Sept. 18, 5-10 p.m. and Fridays, 5-10 p.m. Continues through Oct. 9

Queen City Ghostwalk: Darkness Falls

Paranormal historian Thea Lewis highlights haunted happenings throughout Burlington. Meet at the steps 10 minutes before 8pm at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. $18; preregister for a saved spot: http://www.queencityghostwalk.com/QCG_Home.html

Saturday, September 5th, 2015

Vermont State Championships: Bocce Singles

Competitors duke it out for top honors in a double-elimination tournament. at Oakledge Park in Burlington. $10-20. Sat., Sept. 5, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Native American Pottery Workshop

Aspiring artisans mold pinch pots and coil bowls with archaeologist Charlie Paquin. at ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Regular admission, $10.50-13.50; free for kids 2 and under. Sat., Sept. 5, 1-3 p.m.

Burlington Farmers Market

More than 90 stands overflow with seasonal produce, flowers, artisan wares and prepared foods. Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Continues through Oct. 24 at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. Free.

UVM Historic Tour

Professor emeritus William Averyt references architectural gems and notable personalities on a walk through campus. Ira Allen statue. at University Green, UVM in Burlington. Free; preregister. Saturdays, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Continues through Oct. 10

Saturday Story Time

Families gather for imaginative tales. at Phoenix Books (Burlington) in Burlington. Free. Saturdays, 11 a.m. and Saturdays, 11 a.m. Continues through Nov. 21

Chocolate Tasting

Chocoholics sample confections and discover the six steps involved in evaluating flavor profiles. Saturdays, Sundays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Lake Champlain Chocolates Factory Store & Café in Burlington. Free.

Queen City Ghostwalk: Darkness Falls

Paranormal historian Thea Lewis highlights haunted happenings throughout Burlington. Meet at the steps 10 minutes before 8pm at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. $18; preregister for a saved spot: http://www.queencityghostwalk.com/QCG_Home.html

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 Westie First Saturday Dance

“Black, White and Bling” is the theme of the evening at a fusion of blues and West Coast swing. Introductory lesson, 6:30 p.m.; workshop, 7 p.m.; dance, 8-11 p.m. First Saturday of every month, 6:30-11 p.m. at North End Studio A in Burlington. $7-10.

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.

 

Sunday, September 6th, 2015

Artifact Roadshow & Flint-Knapping Demonstration

Charlie Paquin puts collectors’ prehistoric finds under the microscope for analysis before demonstrating how Native Americans used flint to shape projectile points. at ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Regular admission, $10.50-13.50; free for kids 2 and under.

Pride Vermont High Heel Race

In a flash of speed, style and stilettos, sprinters pound the pavement at this prelude to the Pride Vermont Festival. at Church Street Marketplace in Burlington. Free.

Queen City Ghostwalk: Wicked Waterfront

A spooky stroll along the shores of Lake Champlain with Thea Lewis elicits thrills and chills. Meet at the fountain at the bottom of Pearl Street 10 minutes before 8pm at at Battery Park in Burlington. $18; preregister for a saved spot: www.queencityghostwalk.com/QCG_Home.html

Community Mindfulness with the Center for Mindful Learning

Peaceful people gather for guided meditation and interactive discussions. at Burlington Friends Meeting House in Burlington $10. Sundays, 5-7 p.m.

ArtsRiot Summer Barbecue

Chef George Lambertson serves up southern flavors in the form of ribs, chicken and catfish with savory sides. Dumpstaphunk set the mood with live music. at ArtsRiot in Burlington. $16-20. Sun., Sept. 6, 6 p.m.

Chocolate Tasting

Chocoholics sample confections and discover the six steps involved in evaluating flavor profiles. Saturdays, Sundays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Lake Champlain Chocolates Factory Store & Café in Burlington. Free.

Balkan Folk Dancing

Louise Brill and friends organize participants into lines and circles set to complex rhythms. No partner necessary. at Ohavi Zedek Synagogue in Burlington. $6; bring snacks to share. Sun., Sept. 6, 4-7 p.m.

Women’s Pickup Soccer

Quick-footed ladies of varying skill levels break a sweat while connecting passes and making runs for the goal. For ages 18 and up. at Leddy Park in Burlington. Free. Sundays, 6-8 p.m.

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. and Mondays, 7 p.m. at South End Studio in Burlington. $14.

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