Events in Burlington, Vermont - July 13-15

There is much to do in Burlington, Vermont.  Below is a sample of the some of the events happening in Burlington this weekend...

Friday, July 13, 2012

Queen City Tango Milonga

No partner is required for welcoming the weekend in the Argentine tradition. Wear clean, soft-soled shoes. Friday, July 13, 7:30–10PM at North End Studio B in Burlington. $7.

Queen City Ghostwalk: Darkness Falls

Chills and thrills await as paranormal historian Thea Lewis recaps the city's dark and twisted past. Meet at the steps. Friday, July 13, 8PM at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. $13.50; arrive 10 minutes before start time.

Brown Bag Series

Glenn McRae of the Transportation Research Center hosts a discussion about "Vermont's Future Electric Vehicle Fleet and the Grid." Decision Theater. Friday, July 13, 12–1PM at Farrell Hall, UVM in Burlington. Free.

Saturday, July 14, 2012

Rozalia Project: Marine Debris Cleanup

Volunteers pull on their gloves, pick up trash and collect data to further the understanding of water pollution in Vermont. Saturday, July 14, 10AM–12PM at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Free.

Crosswalk: A Fashion Show Styled by Sound

Barbacoa, Parmaga and DJ Disco Phantom create a live soundtrack as models work the runway in threads from 10 independent Vermont designers. Proceeds benefit COTS. Saturday, July 14, 7–10PM at Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $12; $5 for afterparty at Signal Kitchen.

Historic Tour of UVM

Folks register online, then meet at Ira Allen's statue to tour the campus' modest early clapboards and grand Victorians, led by professor emeritus William Averyt. Saturday, July 14, 9–11AM at University Green, UVM in Burlington. Free.

Preservation Burlington Historic Walking Tour

Walkers and gawkers see the Queen City through an architectural and historic perspective. Meet in front of Burlington City Hall. Saturday, July 14, 11AM at Church Street Marketplace in Burlington. $10 suggested donation.

Queen City Ghostwalk: Darkness Falls

Chills and thrills await as paranormal historian Thea Lewis recaps the city's dark and twisted past. Meet at the steps. Saturday, July 14, 8PM at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. $13.50; arrive 10 minutes before start time.

Queen City Ghostwalk: Twisted History

Haunted Burlington author Thea Lewis induces goosebumps with hair-raising tales of the city's fascinating — and spooky — past. Meet at the fountain. Saturday, July 14, 11AM at Battery Park in Burlington. $13.50; arrive 10 minutes before start time.

Burlington Farmers Market

More than 90 stands overflow with seasonal produce, flowers, artisan wares and prepared foods. Saturday, July 14, 8:30AM–2PM at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. Free.

Glycemic Index: A Useful Tool for Overall Health

Dietitian and herbalist Sylvia Gaboriault assesses the pros, cons and practicality of measuring the effects of carbs on blood-sugar levels. Saturday, July 14, 10–11:30AM at City Market in Burlington. Free.

Digital Video Editing

Final Cut Pro users learn basic concepts of the editing software. Saturday, July 14, 11AM–1PM at VCAM Studio in Burlington. Free; preregister.

Open Media Workshop

Professional or novice film editors learn about various programs for mixing and enhancing all of their video assets into a single project. Saturday, July 14, 2–4PM at VCAM Studio in Burlington. Free.

Brain Freezer 5K

Racers tour the Queen City on a running challenge interrupted by a Ben & Jerry's ice-cream-eating challenge. Yes, really. Proceeds benefit People Helping People Global. Saturday, July 14, 10AM at Battery Park in Burlington. $10-35.

Nessa Flax

The "Rambling Reflections" writer from Journal Opinion reads from her new column compilation, Voices in the Hills. Saturday, July 14, 1–3PM at Phoenix Books Burlington in Burlington. Free.

Sunday, July 15, 2012

Growing Great Salad Greens

Garden guru Peter Burke offers insight for successfully harvesting mesclun, head lettuce and spinach throughout the summer. Sunday, July 15, 11AM–12PM at City Market in Burlington. $5-10

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Events listing source: SevenDaysVT