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CALENDAR LISTINGS FOR Saturday, February
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W. MARLBORO Southern Vermont Natural History Museum: Discussion of Barry Lopez's book "Of Wolves and Men": Led by Mary Wright, we will discuss "Of Wolves and Men" and it's themes of wolves and how humans interact with large predators historically and today. Refreshments will be served. 4 p.m. Want to read the book first? (you probably should). The Pettee Memorial Library, Whitingham Free Library and Dover Free Library have copies. Free to the public but donations to the Museum's educational programming are always appreciated. Southern Vermont Natural History Museum, 7599 VT Route 9. Information: www.vermontmuseum.org, www.facebook.com/vermontmuseum.
"Story Structure Part 2" led by Barbara Morrison (Online): "In this workshop, appropriate for beginning and experienced writers, we will look at more ways to structure a story, including some experimental forms.". 4 - 5 p.m. $10 suggested donation. Online. Information: Register: info@timetowrite.us.
BRATTLEBORO "The Last Black Man in San Francisco": Latchis Arts' Spotlight Film Series and Keene State College Curators: In "The Last Black Man in San Francisco," a 2016 feature film, two friends try to reclaim a family house, launching them on a journey that connects them to their past as it challenges their friendship and their sense of home. The film has a 92% score on Rotten Tomatoes and is Rated R. Film is curated in collaboration with KSC Film Society - a student organization of film aficionados who meet weekly to share their passion for film and to program weekend screenings. 1:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. KSC Film Society members will be on hand for some of the Latchis' Spotlight screenings to share their thoughts on the selections. Through Sunday, February 26. $10 suggested donation (no one turned away). Proceeds from Spotlight Series films benefit the non-profit Latchis Arts. Latchis (Films), 50 Main St. Information: 802-246-1500; Click for more info on Web in new window.
SOUTH NEWFANE Brandon Ayre & Friends: Modern acoustic singer-songwriter Brandon Ayre will be joined by uber-talented friends to bring an evening of music to help support the South Newfane Schoolhouse Community Center. 7:30 p.m. Feel free to bring snacks and beverages. (The South Newfane Schoolhouse Community Center is available to reserve for events and private use on a donation-basis. If you wish to book it, contact carol@rockriver-studio.com). No one turned away but $10 suggested donation will assist South Newfane Community Assn. with maintenance of this treasured community structure. South Newfane Schoolhouse, 387 Dover Rd. Information: RSVP on Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/yaf7pbr6.
WILLIAMSVILLE Dan DeWalt Performs Original Soundtrack Live on Piano to 1920 African American Silent Film "Within Our Gates": "Within Our Gates" was created in response to "The Birth of a Nation", which depicted white Southerners needing the Klu Klux Klan to protect them from bloodthirsty Blacks. Micheaux's film shows the reality of Dixie racism in 1920 when a Black man could be lynched for being in the wrong place at the wrong time. 7:30-9 p.m. Masks suggested. By donation. This is a fundraiser for Williamsville Hall. Williamsville Hall, Dover Rd. Information: Information: Dan DeWalt:1dandewalt@gmail.com, 802-348-7701.
BRATTLEBORO Brattleboro Winter Farmer's Market: Weekly diverse indoor farmers market. Local farm produce, meats, syrup, fresh baked goods, fruits, cider, preserves, handmade jewelry, pottery, soaps, and more. SNAP shoppers turn $10 into $40 each week! . 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays through 3/25 in the gymnasium. Through Saturday, March 25. Brattleboro Winter Farmers Market, 60 Austine Dr. Information: farmersmarket@postoilsolutions.org, 802-275-2835.
PUTNEY Sandglass Theatre announce Winter Sunshine performance presented by The Gottabees: "Squirrel Stole My Pants": A lonely, awkward girl is sent out to the backyard to hang up the laundry and keep herself busy. The moment Sylvie's back is turned, a mischievous squirrel appears, steals her favorite piece of clothing and runs off. As the story unfolds, an entire world emerges from her laundry basket and Sylvie learns that she is a strong girl with magic within herself. Created and performed by Bonnie Duncan with live music by Brendan Burns and Tony Leva. Followed by Meet the Artist Q&A. Two shows: 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. (45 minutes long). Recommended for ages 3 and up. Tickets: General admission: $9, EBT and Medicaid cardholders: $7.50. Or buy one ticket to each week for $30 total. Sandglass Theater, 17 Kimball Hill. Information: 802-387-4051; Click for more info on Web in new window.
PUTNEY Kitchen Table Conversation on Act 39 (Patient Choice & End of Life Act) and VSED (Voluntarily Stopping Eating and Drinking): Hosted by Brattleboro Area Hospice, staff and volunteers with knowledge and experience on these subjects will be attending this event. Kitchen Table Conversations are facilitated group discussions on specific topics. Smaller and more focused than a Death Cafe, less formal than a presentation, the intention is to sit around a table, building and deepening a sense of community while exploring information/opinions on a topic in a supportive, congenial atmosphere. The public is encouraged to attend. 1-3 p.m. Light refreshments available. Free. Donations welcome for use of space. Putney Friends Meeting House, 17 Bellows Falls Rd. Information: Learn more/contact staff: call 802-257-0775 or go to www.brattleborohospice.org.
BRATTLEBORO The Brattleboro Zen Center - Meditation (In-Person or wherever you may be): One way to engage with the ecological crisis: This group chants briefly and then sits in silence for a half hour. All are welcome to join this peaceful action, either in-person or from wherever they might be. 1-1:35 p.m. on Saturdays. Wells Fountain, south side Windham County District Courthouse, Jct . Putney Rd. & Main St. (Rte 30). Information: alison.f.bundy@gmail.com.
GUILFORD Spring Seed Swap: All are welcome to attend this community event, whether or not you have seeds to share. Bring any surplus seeds (dated within this decade, preferably!), a marking pen, and several envelopes, jars or other containers to bring your new seeds home. We'll have some extra envelopes on hand in case they're needed. At the event, we'll organize the seeds on tables by type (veggies, herbs, flowers, perennials, etc.) and you'll take home some new garden goodies and have fun talking gardening with neighbors and new friends. 10 a.m. - 12 noon. Free. Broad Brook Community Center, 3940 Guilford Center Rd. Information: 802-451-0405; Click for more info on Web in new window.
BELLOWS FALLS Zine-Making Workshop at Rockingham Library: Make your own pocket-sized platform for sharing ideas, poetry, visual art, detailed accounts of life experiences. Zines are self-published works of communicative art, handmade and usually photocopied. They're immediate and intimate. Within their pages, you can say anything you want. That's what local artist and workshop leader Kegan Refalo loves best about zines: "In an era before blogs and social media, people wanted to share ideas and broadcast them beyond their close circles. Zine is a term connected to the '80s, '90s, '00s, but people have been making small pamphlets/local newspapers as long as we've had printed media. If you want to say something that no one wants to make public, make a zine about it! If you're a poet, artist, budding comic, passionate enthusiast, make a zine about it!" “Anyone can make a zine! And everyone who wants to, should." Participants of all ages are encouraged to bring favorite images and/or text, and more will be provided. There'll be a demo on layout strategies, examples to look at, access to a photocopier. 1-5 p.m. Meeting Room, top floor. Hosted by Pop-Up Adventure Play with funding from the Greater Springfield Community Health Equity Partnership for events that center joy and support mental health. Co-Founder Dr. Morgan Leichter-Saxby says, "My favorite thing about zines is that they're all different, 'perfect' is not the point." Even though there are so many options now for digital collage and sharing, Kegan insists this form is still relevant. "They might be a little old-fashioned, but it's a different experience of making something physical, even something magical about putting ideas to paper. The whole point of a zine is magic being available to everyone, with only scotch tape, Sharpies and a photocopier.". Free and open to all (no artistic confidence required). Rockingham Free Public Library, 65 Westminster St. Information: 802-463-4270; Click for more info on Web in new window.
WINCHESTER Monadnock Tri-State Dance Club - Upcoming Dance with Live Music by Cruzin' Carl Band: Everyone is welcome. Non-alcoholic beverages available. 50/50 raffle. 7 - 10:30 p.m. $10 members, $12 non-members. Elmm Community Center, 21 Durkee St. Information: For more information: Tom: 978-249-6917 / 978-790-9322 or Barbara: 802-722-9205 / 802-376-0317.
