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Event listings for Saturday, May 19, 2012

Performing arts

Ten Minute Play Festival auditions: If you are interested in auditioning, or would like further information, directions to the auditions, or digital copies of the plays e-mailed to you for your perusal, contact either of the producers. 2 p.m. Free. . Information: Michael Kennedy: mfoxken@gmail.com; Mike Jerald: michaeljerald@yahoo.com.

BRATTLEBORO 'Momentum' at Brattleboro School of Dance: The school’s annual spring performance at New England Youth Theatre, 100 Flat St., features ballet excerpts from "Coppelia," many modern dance pieces of a variety of moods and messages, jazz dance, two tap pieces, belly dance, and more. May 18, 19, 25, and 26 at 7:30 p.m.; May 20 and 27 at 4 p.m. Through Sunday, May 27, 2012. $12.50 general admission; $10 for seniors. . Information: 802-254-6884 or www.brattle­boroschoolofdance.com.

The written word

PUTNEY The Scarlet Letter: "An Evening with author Carol Gilligan" : Renowned author and educator Dr. Carol Gilligan will appear at Next Stage. She will incorporate readings as well as discussion with the audience. Gilligan will be joined by special guest and local author Elayne Clift. 7 p.m. $15 general admission; $12 students and seniors. Next Stage Arts Project, 15 Kimball Hill. Information: 802-387-8500; Click for more info on Web in new window.

BRATTLEBORO Why Some Politicians Are More Dangerous Than Others: Author James Gilligan draws on research that connects election results and the rise of murder and suicide rates in the United States. “These epidemics of lethal violence have then remained at epidemic levels until the more liberal party, the Democrats, regained the White House and dramatically reduced the amount of deadly violence by diminishing the magnitude of the economic distress that had been causing it.”. Noon, Meeting Room. Free. Brooks Memorial Library, 224 Main St. Information: 802-254-5290; Click for more info on Web in new window.

Visual arts and shows

GRAFTON Five new artists at Hunter Gallery: The work of five new artists will be added to the recently expanded Hunter Gallery of Fine Art as it opens its 2012 season with a grand opening reception. 5-7:30 p.m. Free. Hunter Gallery of Fine Art, 74 Main Street. Information: 802 843 1440; Click for more info on Web in new window.

Celebrations, festivals, community meals

TOWNSHEND Super Spring Community Jam and Plant Sale: Flabberghaster, Acoustic Roots, Medicine Warriors, Black Mountain FM, and Toni Atari. Annual Kindle Farm Plant Starter Sale features cold-weather plant starts from 12,000 growing in the school’s greenhouse, including broccoli, cauliflower, kales, chards, lettuces, spinach, radishes, multiple herbs, eggplant, tomatoes. Bake sale, a cord wood raffle, and the opening day for Pizza Hippo’s Townshend Pizza Stand. Benefits the Kindle Farm vocational logging program. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Details and the full music schedule at www.pizzahippo.com. Free; $5 donation suggested. Kindle Farm School, 1 Route 30. Information: 802-365-7909; Click for more info on Web in new window.

Beyond Description

BRATTLEBORO Shred Saturday: Shred private documents bearing name, birth date, social security number, account numbers and other personal information and keep your identity safe. Up to 10 boxes (approx. 12 x 10 x 15 inches) of your private documents will be accepted. Shred Saturday is open to the entire community. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Vermont State Employees Credit Union, 499 Canal St. (Price Chopper Plaza). Information: 802-371-5162 o; Click for more info on Web in new window.

Music

NEWFANE The Brattlyn Brothers Live: The Brattlyn Brothers are Kevin Parry on guitar and vocals, Joe Santry on guitar and vocals, Ken Storey on bass and vocals, and Richard Mayer on drums. This show will feature a special set of tunes dedicated to the memory of the late Levon Helm. 7-11 p.m. Free. Ricks Tavern, 386 Route 30. Information: 802-365-4310 or visit www.kevinparrymusic.com.

Fundraising and awareness events

WEST DUMMERSTON Geranium Festival and Book Sale: This fundraiser includes an opportunity to purchase geraniums donated by Walker Farm, a varied book sale, yummy refreshments, music, and crafts for children. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Lydia Taft Pratt Library, 156 West Street. Information: 802-254-9602.

WESTMINSTER WEST Plant Sale: The Westminster West School and Westminster West Public Library will hold their annual Plant Sale. There will be amazing deals on perennials, annuals, and organic vegetable starts. Come early for the best selection or late for the biggest bargains. 8 a.m. - noon. Westminster West School, 3721 Westminster West Road. Information: ben.mitchell@myunion.edu.

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