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Events in Burlington, Vermont – May 9th – 11th

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Real Estate Agent with Burlington VT Real Estate

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

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Friday, May 9th, 2014

Spielpalast Cabaret

Spielpalast Cabaret taps into this time-tested tradition and transports audiences back in time with a nod to the groundbreaking performance style. Accompanied by a six-piece jazz ensemble, 11 dancers and a troupe of satirists bring dancing, drama and dadaist antics to the stage. Equal parts burlesque and vaudeville, this sassy show features Max the madcap MC, who pilots an evening of political satire, saucy cigar girls, sex positivism and more. The heat gets turned up for Sunday’s “scandalous” show. Fri., May 9, 8 p.m., Sun., May 11, 8 p.m., Thu., May 15, 8 p.m., Fri., May 16, 8 & 11 p.m. and Sat., May 17, 8 & 11 p.m. at Burlington City Hall Auditorium in Burlington. $28-30

Queen City Tango Practilonga

Dancers kick off the weekend with improvisation, camaraderie and laughter. No partner necessary, but clean, smooth-soled shoes required. Beginner lesson, 7-7:45 p.m.; informal dancing, 7:30-10 p.m. Fridays, 7-10 p.m. Continues through Jan. 16 at North End Studio B in Burlington. $7.

Honest Cards Mother's Day Activity

Folks forgo store-bought sentiments in favor of personalized messages. Fri., May 9, 2-3 p.m. at The Wellness Co-op in Burlington. Free.

Nora Caron

The Montréal-based spiritual adventure novelist discusses and signs New Dimensions of Being. Fri., May 9, 7 p.m. at Phoenix Books Burlington in Burlington. Free.

The Call of the Wild: Wanderlust Yoga Flow

Grundlefunk provide live music at an uplifting Vinyasa class open to students of all levels. Fri., May 9, 7:30-9 p.m. at Laughing River Yoga in Burlington. Free.

Irie Yoga

Students tap into their inner wisdom in a practice focused on breathe, mantra and gentle asanas. Fridays, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Continues through May 30 at Jenke Arts in Burlington. $5 minimum donation.

Music with Robert

Music lovers of all ages join sing-alongs with Robert Resnik. Daycare programs welcome with one caregiver for every two children. Fridays, 10:30-11 a.m. at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free; groups must preregister.

Laughter Club

Breathe, clap, chant and ... giggle! Participants decrease stress with this playful practice. Bring personal water. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. at The Wellness Co-op in Burlington. Free.

'The Quarry'

Vermont Stage Company premieres Greg and Randal Pierce's drama about residents of a Vermont town whose lives drastically change upon an eerie discovery in a local marble quarry. Wed., May 7, 7:30 p.m., Thu., May 8, 7:30 p.m., Fri., May 9, 7:30 p.m., Sat., May 10, 7:30 p.m. and Sun., May 11, 2 p.m. at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $28.80-37.50.

Book Discussion: "The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness"

UVM English professor Emily Bernard facilitates conversation about Michelle Alexander's The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness. Wed., May 7, 5:30-7 p.m. and Fri., May 9, 5:30-7 p.m. at First Unitarian Universalist Society in Burlington. Free; preregister: 802-863-2345, ext. 8

'Ozma of Oz'

Adapted for the stage by Susan Zeder, this tale based off of the third book of the Oz series, comes to life by way of live actors and puppets in Saints & Poets Production Company’s Ozma of Oz: A Tale of Time. Thu., May 8, 7 p.m., Fri., May 9, 7 p.m., Sat., May 10, 2 & 7 p.m., Sun., May 11, 2 p.m., Thu., May 15, 7 p.m., Fri., May 16, 7 p.m., Sat., May 17, 2 & 7 p.m. and Sun., May 18, 2 p.m. at Black Box Theater, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $15-20.

 

Saturday, May 8th, 2014

Burlington Kids Day

A parade down Main Street kicks off this daylong fête featuring games, activities, good eats and performances. Sat., May 10, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at Battery Park in Burlington. Free. More info: www.enjoyburlington.com/Programs/SpecialEvents/KidsDay.cfm

AARP Smart Driver Class

Drivers ages 50 and up learn to safely navigate the road while addressing the physical changes brought on by aging. Sat., May 10, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at McClure Conference Room, Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. $15-20; preregister: (802) 847-2278

Young Tradition Weekend Contest

Talented performers under age 25 vie for audience votes with dance, song and instrumental numbers. Sat., May 10, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Battery Park in Burlington. Free.

Aromatherapy & Chakras

Aromatherapist and Reiki master Anne Cameron explores the connection between essential oils and the body's seven energy centers. Sat., May 10, 10-11:30 a.m. at City Market in Burlington. $5-10; preregister at citymarket.coop.

Sangha Studio Open House

Folks celebrate the recently opened yoga studio with AcroYoga, Hula-Hooping, a clothing swap, door prizes and refreshments. Sat., May 10, 1-5 p.m. at Sangha Studio in Burlington . Free.

Chocolate Tasting

Sweets lovers tap into the nuances of sour, spicy, earthy and fruity flavors. Saturdays, 2-3 p.m. weekly through Aug. 30 at Lake Champlain Chocolates Factory Store & Café in Burlington. Free

ECHO's Mother's Day Tea

Kiddos and moms sit down to a traditional English affair of scones, lemon curd, finger sandwiches and tea cookies. Sat., May 10, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and Sun., May 11, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. $5-10 plus regular admission, $10.50-13.50; free for kids 2 and under; preregister: http://www.echovermont.org/events/viewevent.html?event=795

SPA Works

Folks relax and rejuvenate with spa treatments ranging from massage and yoga to Reiki and astrology readings. Tea, coffee, chocolate at other treats round out this benefit for HOPE Works. Sat., May 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $35 or $100 minimum in funds raised; preregister: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spa-works-tickets-11273985795

Spring Plant Sale

Assorted flowers, hops and veggie starts delight green thumbs. Proceeds benefit neighborhood gardens and garden-based outreach and education. Sat., May 10, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Integrated Arts Academy, H.O. Wheeler Elementary School in Burlington. Free

ECHO Story Explorers: Birds

Tykes learn about feathered fliers with a reading of Priscilla Belz Jenkins' Nest Full of Eggs and themed tunes. Sat., May 10, 10:30-11 a.m. at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. Free with admission, $9.50-12.50.

World Fair Trade Day Celebration

Live music from Jeh Kulu, tasty fare and kids activities promote socially conscious consumerism. Sat., May 10, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. Free.

Young Tradition Weekend Awards Reception & Concert

Winners of this year's contest are recognized. A performance of Québécois fiddle tunes from Les Poules a Colin follows. Sat., May 10, 6-9:30 p.m. at Burlington City Hall Auditorium in Burlington. Donations.

Green Mountain Animal Defenders Benefit

Zumba, local performers, a silent auction, door prices and light vegan fare enliven this fundraiser for GMAD's Farm Animal Rescue Fund. Sat., May 10, 7-9 p.m. at North End Studios in Burlington. $10-15.

Onion River Chorus

Larry Gordon and Richard RIley lead singers in baroque-era works and the premiere of "Raine Songs" by local composer Don Jamison. Sat., May 10, 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Burlington. $8-12.

Me2/Strings Concert

Ronald Braunstein conducts a program of works by Mozart, Mendelssohn and Bartók in an effort to raise awareness about mental health issues through music. For ages 10 and up. Sat., May 10, 8 p.m. at UVM Recital Hall, Redstone Campus in Burlington. $15-25

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. 25 at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. Free

Burlington Food Tour

Locavores sample the Queen City's finest cuisine on a scrumptious stroll that stops at the Burlington Farmers Market and an area restaurant. Saturdays, 12:30-3 p.m. Continues through Oct. 18 at East Shore Vineyard Tasting Room in Burlington, $45

Saturday Story Time

Youngsters and their caregivers gather for entertaining tales. Saturdays, 11 a.m. Continues through May 31 at Phoenix Books Burlington 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. Continues through May 31 at North End Studio A in Burlington. $10.

3D Printing, Designing & Scanning With Blu-Bin

Instruction in basic programs teaches attendees how to build digital models of their ideas. Saturdays, 12-1:30 p.m. at Blu-Bin in Burlington. Free; preregister: http://www.meetup.com/Blu-Bin-Events-Burlington-VT/

Digital Video Editing

Final Cut Pro users get familiar with the most recent version of the editing software. Prerequisite of VCAM Access Orientation or equivalent, or instructor's permission. Sat., May 10, 11 a.m., Sat., May 24, 11 a.m., Sat., June 14, 11 a.m. and Sat., June 28, 11 a.m. at VCAM Studio in Burlington. Free.

'Ozma of Oz'

Adapted for the stage by Susan Zeder, this tale based off of the third book of the Oz series, comes to life by way of live actors and puppets in Saints & Poets Production Company’s Ozma of Oz: A Tale of Time. Sat., May 10, 2 & 7 p.m., Sun., May 11, 2 p.m., Thu., May 15, 7 p.m., Fri., May 16, 7 p.m., Sat., May 17, 2 & 7 p.m. and Sun., May 18, 2 p.m. at Black Box Theater, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $15-20.

'The Quarry'

Vermont Stage Company premieres Greg and Randal Pierce's drama about residents of a Vermont town whose lives drastically change upon an eerie discovery in a local marble quarry. Through May 10, 7:30 p.m. and Sun., May 11, 2 p.m. at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $28.80-37.50

 

Sunday, May 11th, 2014

ECHO Mother's Day Tea

Kiddos and moms sit down to a traditional English affair of scones, lemon curd, finger sandwiches and tea cookies. Sat., May 10, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and Sun., May 11, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center/Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington. $5-10 plus regular admission, $10.50-13.50; free for kids 2 and under; preregister: http://www.echovermont.org/events/viewevent.html?event=795

Mother's Day Concert

William Metcalfe directs the Oriana Singers in Handel's L'Allegro, il Penseroso ed il Moderato and Bach's Singet dem Herrn. Sun., May 11, 3 p.m. at St. Paul's Cathedral in Burlington. $10-25

Organizing for the Planet Forum

Eco-minded attendees join Maeve McBride of 350VT for an experiential workshop focused on taking action for climate justice. Sun., May 11, 12:30-2 p.m. at First Unitarian Universalist Society in Burlington. Free.

Burlington Bocce Club: Rookie Days

Newcomers and novices lob brightly colored balls at a target under the supervision of seasoned players. Sun., May 11, 1 p.m. and Sat., May 24, 10 a.m. at Oakledge Park in Burlington. Free.

Community Reiki Clinic

Master teacher Jennifer Kerns and her students introduce this Japanese bodywork technique through brief treatments. Sun., May 11, 5-7 p.m. and Sun., June 1, 5-7 p.m. at VT Center For Acupuncture and Wellness in Burlington. Donations; preregister: 802.951.8815

Young Tradition Weekend Contest Winners Concert

Last year's winners Tristan Henderson and Hazen Metro pass the torch onto the 2014 recipients at an intimate show. Sun., May 11, 7-9:30 p.m. at New City Galerie in Burlington. Donations.

Community Restorative Yoga

Tisha Shull leads a gentle practice aimed at achieving mind-body balance. Sun., May 11, 5:30-7 p.m., Sun., May 18, 5:30-7 p.m. and Sun., May 25, 5:30-7 p.m. at Sangha Studio in Burlington. Donations, tickets: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ASP/home.asp?studioid=141607

French Conversation Group: Dimanches

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 25 at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.

Women's Pickup Soccer

Quick-footed ladies of varying skill levels break a sweat while stringing together passes and making runs for the goal. Sundays, 6-8 p.m. Continues through April 27 at Robert Miller Community & Recreation Center in Burlington. $3; for women ages 18 and up.

Global Roots Film Series

Ahmed Imamovic explores the aftermath of the Bosnian war in his acclaimed drama Belvedere. A Q&A follows. In Bosnian with English subtitles. Sun., May 11, 5-6:30 p.m. at North End Studios in Burlington. Donations.

'The Quarry'

Vermont Stage Company premieres Greg and Randal Pierce's drama about residents of a Vermont town whose lives drastically change upon an eerie discovery in a local marble quarry. May 11, 2 p.m. at FlynnSpace in Burlington. $28.80-37.50

'Ozma of Oz'

Adapted for the stage by Susan Zeder, this tale based off of the third book of the Oz series, comes to life by way of live actors and puppets in Saints & Poets Production Company’s Ozma of Oz: A Tale of Time. Sun., May 11, 2 p.m., Thu., May 15, 7 p.m., Fri., May 16, 7 p.m., Sat., May 17, 2 & 7 p.m. and Sun., May 18, 2 p.m. at Black Box Theater, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $15-20.

Spielpalast Cabaret

Spielpalast Cabaret taps into this time-tested tradition and transports audiences back in time with a nod to the groundbreaking performance style. Accompanied by a six-piece jazz ensemble, 11 dancers and a troupe of satirists bring dancing, drama and dadaist antics to the stage. Equal parts burlesque and vaudeville, this sassy show features Max the madcap MC, who pilots an evening of political satire, saucy cigar girls, sex positivism and more. The heat gets turned up for Sunday’s “scandalous” show. Sun., May 11, 8 p.m., at Burlington City Hall Auditorium in Burlington. $28-30

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Events listing source: SevenDaysVT, and Colchester Sun

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