Skip to search.

Breaking News Visit Yahoo! News for the latest.

×Close this window

bvtdailynews · Burlington Vermont Daily News & Post

The Yahoo! Groups Product Blog

Check it out!

Group Information

? Already a member? Sign in to Yahoo!

Yahoo! Groups Tips

Did you know...
Hear how Yahoo! Groups has changed the lives of others. Take me there.

Messages

Advanced
Messages Help
Messages 1069 - 1098 of 1586   Oldest  |  < Older  |  Newer >  |  Newest Start Topic
Messages: Show Message Summaries Sort by Date ^  
#1069 From: "privatepswrmsg" <privatepswrmsg@...>
Date: Sun Jan 24, 2010 3:45 am
Subject: I want to meet you. Give me a chance!
privatepswrmsg
Send Email Send Email
 
I want to meet you. Give me a chance! Click here to chat with me online:
http://www.ourlivespace.com/hotlady/photo.htm

#1070 From: Jenny Davis <jdavis@...>
Date: Thu Jan 28, 2010 8:20 pm
Subject: The Neighborhood BUZZ for January 28, 2010
jdavis@...
Send Email Send Email
 

Attend a sporting event at BHS, participate in your monthly NPA, get to City Hall for one of many weekly govt. meetings, support a local non-profit, polish your business skills - in Burlington, winter doesn't translate to hybernating!

 

*****

LOCAL GOVT/NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

 

CHANNEL 17 and NPAS PARTNER ON ELECTION FORUMS

Channel 17/Town Meeting TV in partnership with the Burlington Neighborhood Planning Assemblies, brings neighborhood-centered and interactive election forums to your TV.  These forums will be carried live from location to Channel 17 via web streaming.  Phone calls and e-mails will be accepted from viewers.  Audience members may also participate by attending their neighborhood forum and asking questions.

The schedule for the live TV portion of the Candidate Forums and City Budget Presentations follows the regular Neighborhood Planning Assembly schedule as listed below.  All forums will include city council candidates and school board candidates, school budget and city ballot presentations.  All candidates on the ballot, as well as write in candidates are invited to participate.

WARD 6: Thursday, Feb 4, 7pm, Greek Orthodox Church, 600 S. Willard St.

WARD 1: Wednesday, Feb 10, 7pm, UVM Memorial Lounge, Waterman Bldg.

WARDS 2/3: Thursday, Feb 11, 6:30 pm, McClure Multi Gen Ctr. , 241 North Winooski Ave.

WARDS 4/7: Tuesday, Feb 16, 6:30 pm, Robert Miller Community Ctr. 130 Gosse Ct.

WARD 5: Wednesday, Feb 17,  7pm,  Dept. of Public Works 645 Pine Street

The live call-in number for the NPA forums is 802-497-4339.  In addition you can email your questions or comments to channel17@....  Questions will be passed to the forum moderator in a written form.  All forums will be recorded and streamed live on Comcast and Burlington Telecom Cable Channel 17.  Forums will repeat 8 times in February and be available for viewing online at www.channel17.org

for more information on this new neighborhood format:
http://www.cctv.org/files/FAQ_New_Election_Format_20100127-1.pdf

 

For more info on NPAs: 865-7172, http://www.cedoburlington.org/neighborhoods/npa/npas1.htm

 

BE A PART OF NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHT OF SUCCESS

 

Burlington will celebrate people and businesses that make this a great place to live, work, and/or play at the 10th Annual Neighborhood Night of Success, March 25, 5:30 – 7:30pm at Contois.

Nominations are now being accepted! If you would like to acknowledge a neighbor, business, or other entity, for their contributions to our community, please find a nomination form at: http://www.cedoburlington.org. Deadline for nominations is Feb 25.

 

for more info: 865-7172, jdavis@...

 

ZONING INFORMATION NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE

Burlington’s Planning and Zoning Dept. has improved how the dept. provides permit activity information to the public.


P & Z is now able to provide the public with an interactive map that shows all active zoning permit activity. This application takes information we have previously provided only in a table form and is able to show on a map where each of these projects are located:
http://www.ci.burlington.vt.us/planning/zoning/status_report/index.html
and click on the "map" link. By clicking on one of the "Z's", additional information is available about the project and its current status. Like the previous reports, this information is updated daily.


VIGIL FOR HAITI

 

There will be a vigil for Haiti on Jan 29 from 4 -5:00pm at Contois Auditorium in City Hall. All are welcome.

 

For more info: 657-4219


GOVT MEETINGS

Here is the link for a list of all Government meetings in Burlington for the week: www.ci.burlington.vt.us/events

 

*****

THE ARTS.

 

PHOTOGRAPHY OPENING JAN 29

The community is invited to the opening reception of Constructed Spaces at the 215 College Gallery (at 215 College St). The event is from 5-8pm on Friday, Jan 29 and will feature a series about neighborhoods and the way people personalize outdoor yards and spaces. If you can’t make the opening, you can check out the exhibit during gallery hours: Fridays from 12-8, Saturdays from 12-6 and Sundays from 12-4. This show runs through Sunday, Feb 21.

 

BANFF FILM FESTIVAL COMES TO VT JAN. 29, 30

 

The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour returns to Burlington on Friday, Jan 29 and Saturday, Jan 30 at UVM's Ira Allen Chapel. Each unique program will feature a mix of films about global mountain culture, our environment and high-adrenaline outdoor sports. Tickets available at Skirack and http://www.skirack.com.

 

 AYSUN MIDDLE EASTERN DANCE COMPANY JAN 30

From the golden banks of the Nile to the frozen banks of Lake Champlain join Aysun Middle Eastern Dance Company as we meld the ancient traditions of the east (Middle East that is) with the modern rockin' beats of the west into a fantastic evening of belly dance! Jan 30, 7 – 9pm, at the North End Studio (294 North Winooski Ave), admission $8.00
for more info: 881-3193, yasmia_dances@....


FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK FEB 5

 

First Friday Art Walk is a community event that takes place the first Friday of each month throughout the city of Burlington. The event is free and open to anyone. Between thirty and forty art venues are open between 5PM and 8PM for the Art Walk. Some venues have openings, talks, music, or other special activities. Others are simply open late. Individuals start their art walk by visiting any participating venue and picking up a copy of Art Map Burlington, the official publication of First Friday Art Walk.

February is truly the dead of winter in Vermont, but Vermont artists continue to create, percolate, generate and art venues present that work to help you warm up your mind and body. Want us to prove it to you? Just check out some of these spaces during February’s First Friday Art Walk: Emily Parulis’s paintings–”atmospheric, nostalgic, possibly self portraits…” at Muddy Waters; Robert Waldo Brunelle, Jr.’s Hot Rod paintings at the Wing Building; all the awesome stuff there is to see at Pine Street Art Works.

 

For more info: 264-4839 or info@...

GOSPELFEST FEB 14

Get your tickets now: GospelFest 2010: In honor of Black History Month, the New Alpha Missionary Baptist Church will present the 20th Anniversary Celebration of GospelFest on Sunday, February 14th at 4:00 p.m. at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts. All are welcome. Tickets are available at the Flynn Box Office or online at http://www.flynntix.org. for more info:  879-0076

 

JERNIGAN PONTIAC READING FEB 14

"Listening to Jernigan Pontiac is like hearing a wise, gentle elder of the tribe. He embraces his experiences with his riders--both good and bad-- absorbs them, and gives them back to his listeners as gifts. His understanding and compassion for humanity, along with his healthy attitude and strong sense of humor, make for a wonderful and insightful experience."

 

The reading will be Feb 14 at 4pm in the Davis Auditorium, Fletcher Allen Healthcare, and is free and open to the public.
 
After the event, consider having dinner (on your own) at Fletcher Allen's Harvest Cafe -McClure Lobby
for more info: Steiers@..., 876-7445

 

*****

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

 

WINTER BUSINESS FAIR FEB 11

 

Does your existing business need a tune-up? Are you a startup? We can help!

Meet Federal, State and local organizations, traditional and alternative lenders, venture capital organizations, etc. All can help you grow or start a successful business in Vermont. This event will also include: free seminars, a networking space with Wi-Fi, access to social networking sites and a public address forum to introduce your business to the public.

Free Workshops on Online Marketing, Social Networking, Commercial Lending, Lessons from Startups, Listening to Your Business and Bookkeeping for Existing Businesses.  The event is Feb 11, 10am – 3pm at Contois Auditorium in City Hall AND in the Lorraine B. Good Room at the Firehouse Gallery

 

Workshop space is limited, please reserve a spot with Jon Adams-Kollitz at jadamskollitz@... or 865-7871

 

For more info: http://www.cedoburlington.org/business/news_and_features.htm#Winter_Business_Fair

 

BRANCH OUT BURLINGTON WINTER SEMINAR

Join us for an informative and thought-provoking introduction to permaculture design and coppice forestry and their potential to transform our towns and communities into productive, thriving, and enriching environments.  Local designer and educator Mark Krawczyk shares visions of an ecological future where conscious, holistic land management creates
healthy ecologies; robust local economies; and active, engaged and empowered community.

The event is Feb 9, 6:30 pm, at the Robert Miller Community Center, 130 Gosse Court
Refreshments will be available.


*****

FUNDRAISERS

 

HAITI FORUM AND FUND-RAISER JAN 28

Catastrophe in Haiti: An Unnatural Disaster, a forum and fundraiser, TONIGHT at 7 pm, Lafayette 207, University of Vermont

The event will feature Yves Engler, author of "Canada in Haiti: Waging War on the Poor Majority" and "The Black Book of Canadian Foreign Policy"; Kathleen Balutansky, St. Michael's College professor, past president of the Haitian Studies Association, and author of "Caribbean Creolization" and "Haiti Writing Under Siege"; Nadège Dufort, Henderson Fellow in the UVM Department of Romance Languages specializing  in French Caribbean literatures and cultures; Helen Scott, University of Vermont professor, author of "Caribbean Women Writers and Globalization"

Free and open to the public, this forum is also a fundraiser for the following grassroots relief organizations:

The Haiti Emergency Relief Fund/Haiti Action Committee, works with trade union, women's, and social economic justice organizations in Haiti. http://www.haitiaction.net/About/HERF/HERF.html

Zanmi Lasante/Partners in Health, the health center and network of clinics, co-founded by Paul Farmer, that also trains Haitians as doctors and health professionals. http://www.pih.org/home.html

for more info: 881-9157


CHARITY DISC GOLF TOURNEY AND BURTON SNOWBOARD RAFFLE

The Green Mountain Disc Golf Club and the Burlington Disc Golf Club are co-sponsoring the Ice Bucket IV, a winter disc golf tournament on January 30 to benefit the Chittenden Emergency Food Shelf and the Waterbury Area Food Shelf.

All player fees and additional donations will be given directly to the two food shelves.  Last year over $2,200 was raised during this event.  If you're interested in playing, learn more at http://gmdgc.org.

For those not interested in braving the cold for a couple rounds of disc golf, you still have an opportunity to support this effort and help those in need in our community.  And what's more - by donating, you'll be entered into a raffle for a 2010 Burton Clash 158 snowboard.

Just make a donation through the GMDGC of $20 or more, and you'll automatically be entered to win.  100% of all donations will go directly to the food shelves.

http://gmdgc.org/ice-bucket-iv-donations/

 

CALCUTTA NIGHT FEB 12 BENEFITS RUGGLES HOUSE


Cathedral Square will host a Calcutta Night at the St. John's Club on Feb 12 to benefit Ruggles House, a shared housing community for seniors 55+ located at 262 South Prospect Street in Burlington

The event will feature a silent auction at 6 p.m. and dinner beginning at 6:30 p.m.  The cost of the event is $75 per ticket which includes one Calcutta ball and dinner for two (lasagna, salad and garlic bread). There will also be a cash bar throughout the night and karaoke after the Calcutta numbers are called.  The grand prize is a chance to win $1,500! Smaller prizes will be given throughout the night.  98 tickets will be sold and 2 will be raffled off on the night of the event. We hope you can join us for a fun-filled evening!  All proceeds from this event will benefit Ruggles House. 

For more info and/or to purchase a ticket: 863-2224

 

CARSHARE VT BIRTHDAY BASH FEB 12

Join CarShare Vermont's first annual "Share the Love" Birthday Bash on Friday, Feb 12, at Main Street Landing's Union Station. This will be a celebration of CarShare Vermont's first year AND a great party, complete with a silent auction, nibbles and drinks, dancing, a kissing booth, music and more!  All event ticket and auction sales will support CarShare Vermont so we can continue to thrive and make car-sharing available in our community.  Join the fun!

buy tickets at: http://carshare.winwinapps.com
for more info: http://www.carsharevt.org   


LUND BENEFIT AUCTION - A WEEK AT TRAPPS

Enjoy A Week at Trapp Family Lodge and Support Lund Family Center: a generous donor extended use of their rental property at Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, VT from Feb 27 - March 6, 2010.  This week is being auctioned to the highest bidder. All proceeds will benefit Lund Family Center's work to strengthen children and families.

The unit rents for $1900 a week.  It sleeps six and includes two bedrooms, two baths, a pull out sofa, full kitchen and spacious living room/dining room with fireplace. Visit the Trapp website for photos and more information:
http://www.trappfamily.com/accommodations/guest-house .

Bids will be accepted through Feb 1 at 5:00p.m.  Please e-mail your bid to kittyb@....  Burlington, VT for more info: 861-2580,  http://www.lundfamilycenter.org/help.html

 

*****

SPORTS/RECREATION

 

BURLINGTON WINTER FESTIVAL FEB 6

Celebrate winter with the 18th Annual Burlington Winter Festival on Saturday, February 6 with many events including the 15th annual Penguin Plunge on the Waterfront and Vermont's own sanctioned Snow Sculpture Competition, kids activities, street performers, a snowman garden, special events, and the Church Street Ice Walk!  

 

for more info: http://www.enjoyburlington.com/Programs/SpecialEvents/WinterFestival.cfm

www.theburlingtonwinterfestival2010.wordpress.com, Burlingtonwinterfestivalnews@...

 

SEAHORSE HOME GAMES

 

Come and cheer on the student athletes at Burlington High School at their homes games this week:

 

Jan 28 Girl’s basketball vs. St Jay, 5:00/JV, 6:30/Varsity

Jan 29 Girl’s Hockey vs. CVU 5:40pm

Jan 29 Boy’s Basketball vs. Rice, 6:00/JV, 7:30/varsity

Jan 30  Boy’s Hockey vs. Rutland, 6:20pm

Feb 1 Girl’s Basketball vs. CVU, 6:00/JV, 7:30/varsity

Feb 3 Girl’s Hockey vs. Spaulding, 6:20pm

 

Hockey games are all played at the ice arena at Leddy Park.

 

*****

MISC. AND OTHER COOL STUFF

 

FREE COMMUNITY DINNER AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY WORKSHOP TONIGHT

Northgate Residents' Ownership Corporation invites you to a FREE Energy Efficiency Workshop and Community Dinner.

Every year Vermonters waste tons of money by not taking small steps to make their homes more energy efficient.  Join Burlington Electric and Vermont Gas on Jan 28 (TONIGHT) from 6 – 8pm in Northgate's Community Hall to learn more about how you can avoid costly utility bills this winter season!

Please RSVP for dinner and to Abby at 658-2722 ext. 19.

 

UVM NEIGHBORHOOD SUMMIT JAN 30

The UVM Community Coalition invites you to a Common Ground Summit! Come meet with neighbors; landlords; students; college and university administrators and staff; city government officials and staff; and other individuals who have a stake and a commitment to the well-being of our neighborhoods and our shared common space.

Here is the date to put on your calendars:
Saturday, January 30, from 11 am to 3 pm in Billings on the UVM campus.

The Summit is an opportunity to:
-  Meet one another and share a meal
-  Learn about current efforts to create healthy, safe, and engaged  neighborhoods
-  Identify efforts that are effective and discuss how to support and sustain them
-  Explore what we can do as individuals & partners to address issues and create opportunities
-  Develop a strategic action plan & calendar
 
for more info and to RSVP:   alicia.taylor@...

 

*****

COMING ATTRACTIONS

 

PREVENTION AWARD CEREMONY

 

The Burlington Partnership for a Healthy Community will host the “Roots of Prevention Awards Ceremony” on Monday, April 12 from 8 – 10am. This keynote speaker will be Burlington’s Mayor Bob Kiss. Please help us spread the word about our 2nd annual substance abuse prevention recognition awards to acknowledge the outstanding work many are doing in Burlington to make it a safer and healthier place. ($10 donation appreciated but not required)

 

For more info and to RSVP: patti@..., 324-3841

 

*****

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON IS HIRING

For info on openings within the city: www.hrjobs.ci.burlington.vt.us

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


#1071 From: sdfsd_sdf81@...
Date: Sun Jan 31, 2010 12:20 am
Subject: 10GB Web Hosting For FREE
sdfsd_sdf81
Send Email Send Email
 
10GB Web Hosting For FREE

10 GB Space | 300 GB Transfer
100 Email Accounts
10 MySQL Databases
support PHP and ASP
+ $130 of advertising credits on Google, Facebook and MySpace and more....


Click here : http://easylnk.com/?15457

#1072 From: sdfsd_sdf81@...
Date: Thu Feb 4, 2010 2:04 am
Subject: 2500 Data Entry Jobs
sdfsd_sdf81
Send Email Send Email
 
2500 Data Entry Jobs

Are you looking for additional income?

Would you like to work from home putting in the hours you want?

Does the idea of working on your own terms appeal to you?

Click here:
http://free-bizzz.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=64&Itemid=74

#1073 From: Jenny Davis <jdavis@...>
Date: Thu Feb 4, 2010 6:35 pm
Subject: The Neighborhood BUZZ for February 4, 2010
jdavis@...
Send Email Send Email
 

Elections are on March 2. Check out your local NPA this month and learn all about your candidates and ballot items.

 

*****

LOCAL GOVT/NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

 

EDUCATE YOURSELF ON CANDIDATES, BALLOT ITEMS

Channel 17/Town Meeting TV in partnership with the Burlington Neighborhood Planning Assemblies, brings neighborhood-centered and interactive election forums to your TV.  These forums will be carried live from location to Channel 17 via web streaming.  Phone calls and e-mails will be accepted from viewers.  Audience members may also participate by attending their neighborhood forum and asking questions.

The schedule for the live TV portion of the Candidate Forums and City Budget Presentations follows the regular Neighborhood Planning Assembly schedule as listed below.  All forums will include city council candidates and school board candidates, school budget and city ballot presentations.  All candidates on the ballot, as well as write in candidates are invited to participate.

WARD 6: TONIGHT, 7pm, Greek Orthodox Church, 600 S. Willard St.

See complete agenda: http://www.cedoburlington.org/neighborhoods/npa/npas1.htm

WARD 1: Wednesday, Feb 10, 7pm, UVM Memorial Lounge, Waterman Bldg.

WARDS 2/3: Thursday, Feb 11, 6:30 pm, McClure Multi Gen Ctr. , 241 North Winooski Ave.

WARDS 4/7: Tuesday, Feb 16, 6:30 pm, Robert Miller Community Ctr. 130 Gosse Ct.

WARD 5: Wednesday, Feb 17,  7pm,  Dept. of Public Works 645 Pine Street

The live call-in number for the NPA forums is 802-497-4339.  In addition you can email your questions or comments to channel17@....  Questions will be passed to the forum moderator in a written form.  All forums will be recorded and streamed live on Comcast and Burlington Telecom Cable Channel 17.  Forums will repeat 8 times in February and be available for viewing online at www.channel17.org

for more information on this new neighborhood format:
http://www.cctv.org/files/FAQ_New_Election_Format_20100127-1.pdf

 

For more info on NPAs: 865-7172, http://www.cedoburlington.org/neighborhoods/npa/npas1.htm

 

SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEB 11

Mayor Bob Kiss has called a special City Council meeting on Thursday Feb 11 at 6 pm at Contois Auditorium in City Hall (this meeting was originally scheduled for Feb 4).

The main agenda item will be the report of the Blue Ribbon Committee on Burlington Telecom.

More information about Burlington Telecom, including the Blue Ribbon Committee, is available at:
http://www.ci.burlington.vt.us/mayor/BT/ and http://www.burlingtontelecom.com

 

CCTA PUBLIC HEARINGS FEB 2-11

CCTA is proposing to implement new and enhanced service along the Route 2 corridor between Burlington and Williston. The proposed alternative includes three routes, which would replace the existing Umall/Airport and Williston routes.  CCTA is asking for public feedback during this process. Please attend one of several public hearings to offer your comments, suggestions, and ideas on the proposed service changes and improvements.

For more info: 864-CCTA, http://cctaride.org

BEA NEGOTIATIONS ON-LINE

The Commissioners of the Burlington School District (BSD) and the members of the Burlington Education Association (the BEA, our teacher's union) have agreed this year to negotiate publicly, which means that the public may follow along, attend sessions, etc.  The BSD website has a page set up for all the proposals and other relevant documents to be posted, along with meeting times and locations:

http://bsdweb.bsdvt.org/Board/Negotiations/negotiations.php or go to the District webpage at http://www.bsdvt.org and find a link there. 

 

NOMINATE A NEIGHBOR

 

Burlington will celebrate people and businesses that make this a great place to live, work, and/or play at the 10th Annual Neighborhood Night of Success, March 25, 5:30 – 7:30pm at Contois.

Nominations are now being accepted! If you would like to acknowledge a neighbor, business, or other entity, for their contributions to our community, please find a nomination form at: http://www.cedoburlington.org. Deadline for nominations is Feb 25.

 

for more info: 865-7172, jdavis@...


GOVT MEETINGS

Here is the link for a list of all Government meetings in Burlington for the week: www.ci.burlington.vt.us/events

*****

THE ARTS

 

FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK FEB 5

 

First Friday Art Walk is a community event that takes place the first Friday of each month throughout the city of Burlington. The event is free and open to anyone. Between thirty and forty art venues are open between 5PM and 8PM for the Art Walk. Some venues have openings, talks, music, or other special activities. Others are simply open late. Individuals start their art walk by visiting any participating venue and picking up a copy of Art Map Burlington, the official publication of First Friday Art Walk.

 

Burlington City Arts offers walking tours led by staff and volunteers who are knowledgeable about each space and can answer questions about the exhibitions. Tours leave from the Firehouse Gallery every half hour, starting at 5:30PM and ending at 7PM. Tours last about an hour and visit exhibitions within walking distance of downtown.

 

For more info: 264-4839 or info@....

 

ART OPENING AT THE GREEN DOOR STUDIOS FEB 5

OPENING AT THE GREEN DOOR STUDIOS! 18 Howard St. in the South End in Burlington for the First Friday Art Walk! "Coalescing the Cosmic Drip", New works by Darshana Bolt and Dennise Packet. 6-9pm Freb. 5th. There will be live music (including Darshana's band Moustache Ride), a DJ set, food, and wine! Please come between 6 and 9pm.
 

 

GOSPELFEST FEB 14

20th Annual Gospel Fest ...
Get your tickets now: GospelFest 2010: In honor of Black History Month, the New Alpha Missionary Baptist Church will present the 20th Anniversary Celebration of GospelFest on Sunday, February 14th at 4:00 p.m. at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts. All are welcome. Tickets are available at the Flynn Box Office or online at http://www.flynntix.org.

 

THURSDAY NOON CONCERTS

First United Methodist Church of Burlington announces the third annual series of free Thursday noonday concerts. 
This series of free community concerts will continue every Thursday at noon until April 8.  
for more info: 862-1151

 

FREE FILM AND DISCUSSION FEB. 7

The C.G. Jung Society of Vermont, a volunteer, non-profit organization committed to educating the public about the life and work of the psychoanalyst Carl Gustav Jung is presenting two short films in a film series entitled Wisdom of the Dream. This event takes place on Sunday, February 7 at 2:30 p.m., Fletcher Free Library (Community Room), Burlington. It is free and open to the public.

 

For more info: 860-4921, JunginVermont@..., http://JunginVermont.org/ 

MUSIC FROM THE DAWN OF MODERNISM FEB 10 AT UVM
Works of Bartok, Debussy, Janacek, and Ravel (the Piano Trio) performed by Colleen Jennings, violin; John Dunlop, cello; Paul Orgel, piano. The concert, coordinated with Prof. Tom Simone's course "The Dawn of Modernism," explores a number of the most engaging and stimulating works of chamber music from the beginning of the 20th century. Pre-concert discussion at 6:30. The concert is from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. in the Music Building Recital Hall at UVM. This event is free and open to the public. For more info: http://www.uvm.edu/~uvmpr

 

*****

CHURCH STREET MARKETPLACE

 

HAITI RELIEF DAY FEB 6

 

The Church Street Marketplace is joining with its merchants and restaurateurs to sponsor a Haiti Relief Day on Saturday, February 6. Participating businesses will donation a share of sales that day to the American Red Cross and specifically designate it for Haiti relief. Join the relief effort – spend on Church St on Saturday.

 

*****

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

 

WINTER BUSINESS FAIR FEB 11

 

Does your existing business need a tune-up? Are you a startup? We can help!

Meet Federal, State and local organizations, traditional and alternative lenders, venture capital organizations, etc. All can help you grow or start a successful business in Vermont. This event will also include: free seminars, a networking space with Wi-Fi, access to social networking sites and a public address forum to introduce your business to the public.

Free Workshops on Online Marketing, Social Networking, Commercial Lending, Lessons from Startups, Listening to Your Business and Bookkeeping for Existing Businesses.  The event is Feb 11, 10am – 3pm at Contois Auditorium in City Hall AND in the Lorraine B. Good Room at the Firehouse Gallery

 

Workshop space is limited, please reserve a spot with Jon Adams-Kollitz at jadamskollitz@... or 865-7871

 

For more info: http://www.cedoburlington.org/business/news_and_features.htm#Winter_Business_Fair

 

 

FASCINATING LESSONS ABOUT TREES FEB 9

Come and learn about the concept of permaculture, a holistic design system used to create healthy, vibrant human communities and natural ecologies. He will also discuss coppicing, a pruning technique making use of the natural habit of many deciduous woody plants to re sprout from a stump.  Coppice wood can be used to make fencing, furniture and other rustic products.
“Permaculture & Coppicing to Revitalize our Urban Landscape”, Tuesday, Feb 9, 6:30pm, at the Robert Miller Community & Recreational Center, 130 Gosse Court, Burlington. Presented by Mark Krawczyk, local permaculture designer, natural builder and educator.

 

For more info: http://burlingtonpermaculture.googlepages.com

 

SAINT MICHAEL’S COLLEGE PRESENTS CRISIS IN THE CONGO FEB 10


"The barbaric civil war being waged here is the most lethal conflict since World War II and has claimed at least 30 times as many lives as the Haiti earthquake," Nicholas Kristof wrote in an editorial from the Congo that appeared in The New York Times Sunday, Jan. 31, 2010. Kristof said further, "Yet no humanitarian crisis generates so little attention per million corpses, or such a pathetic international response."

To address this critical need, Saint Michael's College is presenting "Crisis in the Congo: A day focusing on one of the worst humanitarian crises of our time" on Wednesday, Feb. 10, from to 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Featured speakers include John Prendergast of the Clinton Administration and Stephen Lewis, Canada’s UN Rep.

 

For more info: lgagne@..., 654-2205, http://www.smcvt.edu/admission/news/news_story.asp

DEBATE ON NUCLEAR POWER AT UVM FEB 8

"Nuclear Power: Promise or Peril - A Debate," featuring Tyson Slocum, director of the Public Citizens Energy Program, and William Tucker, journalist and author of Terrestrial Energy: How Nuclear Power Will Lead the Green Revolution and End America's Energy Odyssey. Debate moderator is Emerson Lynn, editor and publisher of the St. Albans Messenger. Reception follows. The event is from 4 – 5:00pm at the Davis Student Center, Grand Maple Ballroom.

For more info: 656-5665, http://www.uvm.edu/~uvmpr/?Page=R25&custom=campus&SM=eventssub.html

 

*****

FUNDRAISERS

 

VIETNAMESE FUNDRAISING DINNER FEB 6

Huong Nguyen, mother of an Edmunds School 6th grader, has recently been diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia. To raise money for the family and a bone marrow transplant, the National Foundation for Transplants is throwing a Vietnamese Feast that will include egg rolls, soup, stir fry with rice, vegetarian and meat options. The event is Saturday, Feb 6, 6 to 8pm at the McClure Multi-Gen Center, 241 North Winooski Avenue. Tickets are $10/adults, $5/kids.

to make an online donation, please visit http://www.transplants.org.
for more info: 658-0120.

 

DINNER, PRIZES, FUN

On Friday, Feb 12, Cathedral Square will host a Calcutta Night at the St. John's Club, located at 9 Central Avenue in Burlington to benefit Ruggles House, a shared housing community for seniors 55+ located at 262 South Prospect Street in Burlington

The event will feature a silent auction at 6 p.m. and dinner beginning at 6:30 p.m.  The cost of the event is $75 per ticket which includes one Calcutta ball and dinner for two (lasagna, salad and garlic bread). There will also be a cash bar throughout the night and karaoke after the Calcutta numbers are called.  The grand prize is a chance to win $1,500! Smaller prizes will be given throughout the night.  98 tickets will be sold and 2 will be raffled off on the night of the event.
For more info and to purchase a ticket: 863-2224 

 

GREEN MOUNTAIN DERBY DAMES TO BENEFIT WHBW FEB 20

The Green Mountain Derby Dames will be playing in a bout to benefit the services at Women Helping Battered Women on Saturday Feb 20 at 6 pm at the Champlain Valley Expo.  A portion of all proceeds, including ticket sales and a portion of the 50/50 raffle will be donated.

Tickets will be on sale at http://flynntix.org, and halftime entertainment will be provided by Zumba fitness in Burlington.  To learn more about the derby dames you can visit their website at http://www.gmderbydames.com.

 

For more info: amyh@...

 

*****

SPORTS/RECREATION

 

BURLINGTON WINTER FESTIVAL FEB 6

Head to downtown Burlington and the Waterfront this Saturday for the Burlington Winter Festival! The event includes the State Snow Sculpture competition, ice carving, a special ice throne, kid’s activities, live music, Radio Disney, Burton Chill activities, dog-sled rides, Penguin Plunge, Family Activity Expo at ECHO, Kids VT Camp and School Fair, and more! This great community event is produced by Burlington Parks & Recreation, the Church Street Marketplace, and UVM's Department of Community Development and Applied Economics. Need another reason to come downtown on Saturday? Lots of restaurants and stores are holding specials and donating a portion of sales to help the earthquake victims in Haiti.

 

For the Burlington Winter Festival schedule of events:  http://theburlingtonwinterfestival2010.wordpress.com/activities/

Or http://www.enjoyburlington.com/Programs/SpecialEvents/WinterFestival.cfm

 

 

BURLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL HOME GAMES

 

Here’s the schedule for this week’s action at BHS:

 

2/5 Boy’s Basketball vs. South Burlington, 6:00/JV, 7:30/Varsity

2/6 Girl’s Hockey vs. Hartford 6:20pm

2/10 Boy’s Hockey vs. Spaulding 8:20pm

 

*****

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

MENTOR WOMEN RE-ENTERING THE COMMUNITY

 

Mercy Connections is hosting a three-part volunteer training for women who will be a mentor to a woman returning to the community from incarceration. The series will happen on the following Wednesdays; February 10, 17 and 24, from 5:30 to 7:30pm at the offices of Mercy Connections, 346 Shelburne Road, Burlington.

 

For more info: 846-7164, pgreene@...

 

*****

MISC. AND OTHER COOL STUFF

 

BURLINGTON WALK/BIKE COUNCIL TO MEET FEB 8

 

Residents who are interested in improving walking and biking in and around Burlington are encouraged to attend the Burlington Walk/Bike Council's monthly meeting on Monday, February 8, 5:30-7 p.m. at the Center for Community and Neighborhoods, 125 College St, 2nd FL (above the Daily News). Learn about current projects and how you can make a difference. Refreshments provided.

 

For more info: www.burlingtonwalkbike.org 

 

SICK AROUND THE WORLD: MOVIE NIGHT AND POTLUCK DINNER FEB 6

The Justice and Social Concerns Ministry Team of First United Methodist Church, Burlington, will host a potluck dinner on Feb 6 at 6:00 pm, at 21 Buell Street, Burlington (Fellowship Hall, downstairs). The movie will be at 7 pm with discussion to follow. “Sick Around the World” is a one-hour PBS Frontline documentary which shows health care systems in a number of nations, including Japan, the UK, Taiwan, and Germany. Citizens comment on their systems.

With health care reform bills under consideration on both the Federal and State levels, this is a great time to learn what other countries are doing. Please bring a dish to share and your own table setting and mug. Free: all are welcome.

For more info: 658-7441

 

FAHC FARMERS' MARKET FEB 12

Even in the middle of winter, Fletcher Allen Nutrition Services keeps its commitment to providing sustainable, local, healthy food. A winter farmers market will take over the McClure Lobby Conference Room on Friday, Feb. 12, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will feature gift ideas for Valentine's Day and lots of local vendors, including Comeau Family Sugar House, Shelburne Farms, Champlain Orchards, Champlain Valley Apiaries, Jericho Settlers' Farm, Great Harvest Bread Company and August First Bakery. Other likely treats include chocolates, mushrooms, herbs and flowers, and maybe ice cream.

AFTER-SCHOOL VIDEO GAMES FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS

The Fletcher Free Library has after school gaming from 1-4pm in the Community Room on Tuesdays and Thursdays!  All middle schoolers welcome.  Mario Kart, Super Smash Brothers, DDR, Rock Band and more!

 

LIBRARY LANGUAGE CONVERSATION GROUPS

The Fletcher Free Library has a number of language conversation groups offered throughout the week. The groups are a great way to practice your foreign language skills. All levels welcome, no registration required. The following groups are meeting:
 
NEW Japanese: Second and Fourth Mondays Feb. 8, 22 from 5 to 6pm
English: Mondays 4:30 to 6pm (change from Tuesdays 4:30 to 6pm)
Spanish: Thursdays from 5 to 6pm (change from Fridays from 4 to 5pm)
German: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays Feb. 3, 17 from 7 to 9pm
French: Sundays from 4 to 5:30pm
NEW Japanese: Second and Fourth Mondays Feb. 8, 22 from 5 to 6pm
 
for more info: kjohnson@... or 865-7211


BRANCH OUT BURLINGTON TREE SALE

For the third year in a row, Branch Out Burlington is offering bare-root trees at unbelievable prices. Trees are 5-6 feet and branched. Order early! These trees have sold out for the past two years. Trees must be picked up at The UVM Hort Farm during the Annual Burlington Community Tree Nursery Planting, which takes place on Saturday morning May 1st between 9 and 11:00 a.m. Orders must be received by April 20th.  Please go to our website   www.branchoutburlington.org  for the order form.   Please print, fill out and mail the order form with payment.

BURLINGTON DOG LICENSE REMINDER

 

All dogs older than six months must be licensed each year before April 1.To license your pet, come to the Burlington Clerk/Treasurer’s Office at City Hall or send the rabies & spay/neutering info in the mail to 149 Church Street with a self addressed/stamped envelope.  You must bring or send proof that the animal has been currently vaccinated against rabies with a vaccine comparable to that required in the State of Vermont.  If the dog was licensed last year there may be a valid rabies certificate on file, so you can just mail in the fee payable to the City of Burlington.   To receive a reduced licensing fee, you must provide a certificate of sterilization from a licensed veterinarian or it must be indicated on the rabies certificate under sex (i.e. MN=male neutered or FS­=female spayed).  Anyone missing the April 1st deadline is charged a late fee.  If your dog is no longer with you, please contact the Clerk/Treasurer’s office so your files can be updated.

for more info: Clerk/Treasurer’s Office, 865-7000

 

*****

COMING ATTRACTIONS

 

LEUNIGS TO SUPPORT MERCY CONNECTIONS

 

Have a great meal and support Mercy Connections at the same time on Monday, Feb 22, from 11am to closing at Leunig’s Restaurant on the Church Street Marketplace.   

Mercy Connections will receive 10% of your food or drink bill when you dine at Leunig’s on February 22. Purchase a discount card that allows the bearer to a 20% discount on food at Leunig’s for an entire year and Mercy Connections will receive 50% of the cost of the card.

 For more info: 846-7063, info@...

 

ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY FOR ALL VERMONTERS - HELP PLAN THE VISION!

Over the coming months, Vermont SWEEP (Statewide Environmental Education Programs) is hosting a number of public dialogues about how to promote environmental literacy for all Vermonters. I'm working with a committee representing businesses, colleges, government agencies and nonprofit groups from around the state on this environmental literacy project. We know that businesses, organizations and communities are educating folks on environmental issues relating to their work and that many have developed model environmental initiatives in their practices. This statewide conversation is an opportunity to share your organization's environmental efforts and to hear what others are doing. The goal is to collect information about these model environmental practices and projects, and to present them as a roadmap to environmental literacy for Vermont
To find out more about the process or to find the schedule of public dialogues, please take a look at the website:  http://www.environmentalliteracyvt.org.

Be sure to save the date for the Burlington dialogue: March 24, 6-8pm, Fletcher Free Library.

*****

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON IS HIRING

 

For info on openings within the city: www.hrjobs.ci.burlington.vt.us

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


#1074 From: sdfsd_sdf81@...
Date: Sat Feb 6, 2010 10:09 pm
Subject: Quit Smoking & Save Money with Electronic Cigarettes
sdfsd_sdf81
Send Email Send Email
 
Quit Smoking & Save Money with Electronic Cigarettes

many benefits over conventional cigarettes including reduced health risks, cost
savings, avoidance of smoking bans, the absence of second hand smoke, no
lingering smoke smell and even an improved sex life. All of this while getting
your nicotine fix!

Get Yours Now:
http://free-bizzz.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=66&Itemid=76

Send this message to all your somker friends

Have a nice day

#1075 From: Jenny Davis <jdavis@...>
Date: Thu Feb 11, 2010 4:55 pm
Subject: The Neighborhood BUZZ for February 11, 2010
jdavis@...
Send Email Send Email
 

The weather is allowing for easy mobility so take advantage and get out to one of the many public happenings in your community:

 

*****

LOCAL GOVT/NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

 

MARCH ELECTION – MEET THE CANDIDATES, LEARN ABOUT THE ISSUES

Your local Neighborhood Planning Assembly will be broadcast LIVE this month on Channel 17 to make it even easier for residents to learn about the issues and candidates for-which YOU will be voting on March 2. You are encouraged to attend one of these Assemblies and questions from the floor will take priority to questions that are called or emailed in during the broadcast.


All forums will include city council candidates and school board candidates, school budget and city ballot presentations.  All candidates on the ballot, as well as write in candidates are invited to participate.

WARDS 2/3: TONIGHT, 6:30 pm, McClure Multi Gen Ctr. 241 North Winooski Ave.

WARDS 4/7: Tuesday, Feb 16, 6:30 pm, Robert Miller Community Ctr. 130 Gosse Ct.

WARD 5: Wednesday, Feb 17,  7pm,  Dept. of Public Works 645 Pine Street

The live call-in number for the NPA forums is 802-497-4339.  In addition you can email your questions or comments to channel17@....  Questions will be passed to the forum moderator in a written form.  All forums will be recorded and streamed live on Comcast and Burlington Telecom Cable Channel 17.  Forums will repeat 8 times in February and be available for viewing online at www.channel17.org

For more info on NPAs: 865-7172, for the specific agenda for the above NPAs: http://www.cedoburlington.org/neighborhoods/npa/npas1.htm

 

SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TONIGHT


Mayor Bob Kiss has called a special City Council meeting on Thursday Feb 11 at 6 pm at Contois Auditorium in City Hall (this meeting was originally scheduled for Feb 4).

The main agenda item will be the report of the Blue Ribbon Committee on Burlington Telecom.

More information about Burlington Telecom, including the Blue Ribbon Committee, is available at:
http://www.ci.burlington.vt.us/mayor/BT/ and http://www.burlingtontelecom.com

 

 

CEDO SEEKING AMERICORPS HOST SITES FOR 2010-11 PROGRAM YEAR


CEDO will award 45 full and part-time AmeriCorps positions to eligible applicants through a competitive process.  AmeriCorps members will engage the community in addressing the issues of poverty, racism, and classism.  Members serve in non-profits, educational institutions, public agencies, and faith-based organizations in the greater Burlington area and occasionally in other areas of the State. 

Sites can participate in two different programs:
The AmeriCors*VISTA members focus on capacity building work to eliminate poverty.  Members serve full time doing work such as: fundraising, volunteer recruitment and program development and evaluation.

The We All Belong AmeriCorps*State program has a goal to increase the cultural competency of schools and organizations to serve low-income and racially/ethnically diverse groups.  The  mission to provide the tools and resources for organizations to primarily build their cultural and linguistic competence so that they can provide more culturally relevant services, and then truly be more inclusive and welcoming.

AmeriCorps is a network of three programs—AmeriCorps*State and National, AmeriCorps*VISTA, and AmeriCorps*National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC)—that each year support the engagement of nearly 75,000 Americans in service to meet critical needs in education, the environment, public safety, homeland security, and other areas.

For more information on hosting a CEDO AmeriCorps member, please go to http://www.ci.burlington.vt.us/rfp/  Contact: Coordinator of Community and Neighborhood Services, Beth Truzansky btruzansky@... .

If you are interested in serving as a member, more information can be found at http://www.cedoburlington.org/neighborhoods/vista/prospective_members.htm  Positions will be announced in April and recruitment for positions will start shortly thereafter. Contact: A*VISTA Team Leader, Andrew Graham agraham@... .

 

SHELBURNE RD ROUNDABOUT MTG FEB 22

 

There will be a public information meeting with the Dept. of Public Works and the Vermont Dept. of Transportation to discuss the Shelburne Street Roundabout. The discussion will take place on Feb 22 at 6:30pm at DPW (645 Pine Street.)

 

SOUTHERN CONNECTOR MEETING TONIGHT

There will be a presentation by Carol Weston and Steve Goodkind of the Burlington Department of Public Works at the DPW building, 645 Pine Street to discuss the Champlain Parkway TONIGHT at 7pm.  The DPW will talk about the re-emergent highway project and its impact on the Pine Street corridor and they will take resident questions.

This meeting is free and open to the public.

 

CCMPO TO HOST PUBLIC FORUM


The Chittenden County Metropolitan Planning Organization, your regional transportation planning and policy organization, is seeking public input on its work plan for fiscal year 2010. A public forum is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb 17 at 7 pm at the CCMPO offices at 110 West Canal St, Suite 202 in Winooski. Comments will be accepted at that address or via email (mboomhower@...) until Friday, Feb 19. Our current work plan is available online at http://www.ccmpo.org/UPWP/.

for more info: 660-4071 x17 or bdavis@...

 

IRV DEBATE FEB 18

 

On March 2, Burlington voters will decide whether the city should continue using Instant Runoff Voting to elect the mayor. To help you get a handle on what's at stake, Channel 17/Town Meeting TV and Seven Days are teaming up to host a public debate on IRV. Representatives from the groups One Person One Vote and 50% Matters will take questions from a media panel that includes WCAX reporter Bianca Slota, John Briggs of the Burlington Free Press and Shay Totten of Seven Days. Channel 17's Jess Wilson will moderate.  The event is free and open to the public on Feb 18 at 7pm in Contois Auditorium in City Hall.

 

NOMINATE A NEIGHBOR

 

Burlington will celebrate people and businesses that make this a great place to live, work, and/or play at the 10th Annual Neighborhood Night of Success, March 25, 5:30 – 7:30pm at Contois.

Nominations are now being accepted! If you would like to acknowledge a neighbor, business, or other entity, for their contributions to our community, please find a nomination form at: http://www.cedoburlington.org. Deadline for nominations is Feb 25.

 

for more info: 865-7172, jdavis@...


GOVT MEETINGS

Here is the link for a list of all Government meetings in Burlington for the week: www.ci.burlington.vt.us/events

*****

THE ARTS

 

THURSDAY NOON CONCERTS

First United Methodist Church of Burlington announces the third annual series of free Thursday noonday concerts. 
This third year of free community concerts will continue every Thursday until April 8.  
for more info: 862-1151

 

FARMER ART OPENING TONIGHT

You are invited to the Burlington opening of "Bounty: A Celebration of Vermont's Farming Artists" at the Davis Center (UVM, 4th floor) today (2/11)  from 5-7pm. The artists include Nancy Hayden (the Farm Between, Jeffersonville) Kristan Doolan (Does' Leap, Bakersfield) Emily Curtis-Murphy, and many others!  This event is free and open to the community.

 

For more info: rschattm@...

 

INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCING FEB 12

Louise Brill and Ben Bergstein will be teaching International Folk Dancing Friday, Feb 12 from 8 – 10pm. Come, bring a friend and enjoy the music and fun. The event will happen at the North End Studio, 294 North Winooski Ave. Suite 116B

for more info: 540-1020, dance@..., northendstudio@..., http://www.vpal.typepad.com

 

FLETCHER FREE LIBRARY HOSTS TEENS READ

Middle schoolers are invited to participate in a book group with their peers, Wednesdays, 5:00 - 5:45pm. For more info:  http://www.fletcherfree.org/programming.html

 

*****

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

 

PARKS AND REC OFFERS SCHOOL VACATION ACTIVITIES

Burlington Parks & Recreation has several fun programs for kids during the February school vacation week, including:

February Break Circus Camp with Troy Wunderle , Monday-Friday, Feb 22 - 26, 9am-3pm
Extended day option 3-5pm (additional fee of $40)
Ages 6-12 at the Memorial Auditorium Annex
$160 Resident Discount, for more info about Troy, visit his website at: http://www.bigtopadventures.com
To register, call 864-0123.

February Skating Camp at Leddy Arena, Monday-Friday, Feb 22-26, 8am-noon
For skaters 6 & older, Basic 1 & up, Activities both on and off ice, $125 for the full week or $90 for 3 days

February Break Skating Lessons:
3 day class for beginner skaters with 45 minutes of instruction and 15 minutes of open practice ice.
Monday, Wednesday & Friday, Feb 22, 24 & 26, 1-1:45pm for those who have never had lessons
2-2:45 for beginner skaters, $30 per skater (skate rentals available)

To register for skating programs call 865-7558.

 

FLASHBULB PERMACULTURE AND BIKE REPAIR CLASSES

The Flashbulb is a Burlington based job training and skill building program to move towards ecologically sound, community based, local economies.

The following courses will be offered this summer:
- Bicycle Repair and Maintenance 101
- Bicycle Repair and Maintenance 102
- Urban Permaculture Practicum: Urban Food Production
- Urban Permaculture Practicum: Passive Solar Design

There will also be FREE spring weekend carpentry workshops!!

for more info: http://theflashbulb.org, 881-0419, info@...

 

*****

FUNDRAISERS

CATIE CURTIS BENEFIT CONCERT AT HIGHER GROUND

"From the first time I heard her, I found Catie Curtis to be an extraordinary writer. She captures human kindness in her songs, and shows us what the heart can do when it is used as an instrument of love. It is Catie's heart that I admire, her ability to see light where so many would look and see darkness. She's one of the best and I am thrilled to be singing with her on this record."  -Mary Gauthier

This is a benefit concert for the Peace & Justice Center, Feb 20, 7pm at Higher Ground. Tickets are $20 in advance, $23 day-of. For more info and to buy a ticket: http://www.highergroundmusic.com/calendar/show/3359/

NATASHA KOVAL-PADEN BENEFIT CONCERT FEB 14

Celebrate Valentine's Day and the 200th anniversary of Chopin's birthday with Pianist Natasha Koval-Paden. Enjoy an all-Chopin performance to benefit the King Street Center.  The benefit will take place on Sunday, Feb 14 at 4pm at the McCarthy Arts Center, Saint Michael's College. Admission by donation.


For more info: 862-6736, http://www.kingstreetcenter.org/

 

GREEN MOUNTAIN DERBY DAMES TO BENEFIT WHBW FEB 20

The Green Mountain Derby Dames will be playing in a bout to benefit the services at Women Helping Battered Women on Saturday Feb 20 at 6 pm at the Champlain Valley Expo.  A portion of all proceeds, including ticket sales and a portion of the 50/50 raffle will be donated.

Tickets will be on sale at http://flynntix.org, and halftime entertainment will be provided by Zumba fitness in Burlington.  To learn more about the derby dames you can visit their website at http://www.gmderbydames.com.

 

For more info: amyh@...

 

*****

SPORTS/RECREATION

 

BURLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL HOME GAMES

 

The student athletes at BHS will compete at home this week as follows:

Girl’s Basketball vs. Spaulding, 2/11, 6:00/JV, 7:30/varsity – senior night

Boy’s Basketball vs. MMU, 2/12, 6:00/JV, 7:30/Varsity

Boy’s Hockey vs. Colchester, 2/13, 8:20pm

Boy’s Basketball vs. St. Johnsbury, 2/16, 5:00/JV, 6:30/Varsity – senior night

 

For more info: www.bsdvt.org

 

*****

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

SAFETY IS YOUR RIGHT AND EVERYONE’S RESPONSIBILITY

 

Want to support people in your community?  Burlington Parallel Justice volunteers call victims of crime, listen to their concerns, offer emotional support, and refer them to resources provided by the Parallel Justice Victim Fund and other community agencies.

 

We’re looking for reliable, motivated individuals who are interested in providing compassionate and non-judging support.  Volunteers enable Parallel Justice to better meet the needs of victims of crime in Burlington and are core to the continued success of our project. 

 

Parallel Justice works directly with victims of crime to repair the harm caused by crime.  We cover a spectrum of crimes including but not limited to theft, vandalism, harassment, burglary and assault.

 

The Burlington Parallel Justice Project recognizes that the criminal justice system is designed to deal with offenders, and can fall short of meeting victims’ needs.  Support is available regardless of whether the offender is caught or prosecuted.  Services and support are available through the Burlington Police Department and The Community Justice Center. 

 

For more information on applying and job description contact Clark Sheldon at (802) 540-2394.  For more information about Parallel Justice go to www.pjburlington.org

 

*****

MISC. AND OTHER COOL STUFF

 

FAHC FARMERS' MARKET FEB 12

Even in the middle of winter, Fletcher Allen Nutrition Services keeps its commitment to providing sustainable, local, healthy food. A winter farmers market will take over the McClure Lobby Conference Room on Friday, Feb. 12, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will feature gift ideas for Valentine's Day and lots of local vendors, including Comeau Family Sugar House, Shelburne Farms, Champlain Orchards, Champlain Valley Apiaries, Jericho Settlers' Farm, Great Harvest Bread Company and August First Bakery. Other likely treats include chocolates, mushrooms, herbs and flowers, and maybe ice cream.


BRANCH OUT BURLINGTON TREE SALE

For the third year in a row, Branch Out Burlington is offering bare-root trees at unbelievable prices. Trees are 5-6 feet and branched. Order early! These trees have sold out for the past two years. Trees must be picked up at The UVM Hort Farm during the Annual Burlington Community Tree Nursery Planting, which takes place on Saturday morning May 1st between 9 and 11:00 a.m. Orders must be received by April 20th.  Please go to our website   www.branchoutburlington.org  for the order form.   Please print, fill out and mail the order form with payment.

BURLINGTON DOG LICENSE REMINDER

 

All dogs older than six months must be licensed each year before April 1.To license your pet, come to the Burlington Clerk/Treasurer’s Office at City Hall or send the rabies & spay/neutering info in the mail to 149 Church Street with a self addressed/stamped envelope.  You must bring or send proof that the animal has been currently vaccinated against rabies with a vaccine comparable to that required in the State of Vermont.  If the dog was licensed last year there may be a valid rabies certificate on file, so you can just mail in the fee payable to the City of Burlington.   To receive a reduced licensing fee, you must provide a certificate of sterilization from a licensed veterinarian or it must be indicated on the rabies certificate under sex (i.e. MN=male neutered or FS­=female spayed).  Anyone missing the April 1st deadline is charged a late fee.  If your dog is no longer with you, please contact the Clerk/Treasurer’s office so your files can be updated.

for more info: Clerk/Treasurer’s Office, 865-7000

REGISTER NOW FOR BURLINGTON COMMUNITY GARDEN SPACE  

Spring is right around the corner and now is the time to sign up for a garden plot.  Through BACG, you can register for a full size, half size, or quarter size plot and grow fresh vegetables, herbs, and flowers for your enjoyment. 

All 11 community garden sites are equipped with water and most have community tools sheds. In addition, each site is tilled in the spring.  Space is limited.  Plots are reserved first come first serve.  Descriptions of individual sites are available on-line at www.enjoyburlington.com

Full Size plots are $55.00 for the season. Half size plots are $37.00 for the season. Youth sized plots are $20.00 for the season. (additional $5 charge for non-Burlington residents)

Registration forms can now be downloaded from our website at www.enjoyburlington.com!

Scholarships are available; please contact Chittenden Community Action Office at 863-6248 for more information. To have a registration form mailed to you call 863-0420 or stop by the Burlington Parks & Recreation Office, at 645 Pine Street

*****

COMING ATTRACTIONS

 

LEUNIGS TO SUPPORT MERCY CONNECTIONS

 

Have a great meal and support Mercy Connections at the same time on Monday, Feb 22, from 11am to closing at Leunig’s Restaurant on the Church Street Marketplace.   

Mercy Connections will receive 10% of your food or drink bill when you dine at Leunig’s on February 22. Purchase a discount card that allows the bearer to a 20% discount on food at Leunig’s for an entire year and Mercy Connections will receive 50% of the cost of the card.

 For more info: 846.7063, info@...

 

ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY FOR ALL VERMONTERS - HELP PLAN THE VISION!

Over the coming months, Vermont SWEEP (Statewide Environmental Education Programs) is hosting a number of public dialogues about how to promote environmental literacy for all Vermonters. I'm working with a committee representing businesses, colleges, government agencies and nonprofit groups from around the state on this environmental literacy project. We know that businesses, organizations and communities are educating folks on environmental issues relating to their work and that many have developed model environmental initiatives in their practices. This statewide conversation is an opportunity to share your organization's environmental efforts and to hear what others are doing. The goal is to collect information about these model environmental practices and projects, and to present them as a roadmap to environmental literacy for Vermont
To find out more about the process or to find the schedule of public dialogues, please take a look at the website:  http://www.environmentalliteracyvt.org.

Be sure to save the date for the Burlington dialogue: March 24, 6-8pm, Fletcher Free Library.

*****

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON IS HIRING

 

For info on openings within the city: www.hrjobs.ci.burlington.vt.us

 

 

 

 

 

 


#1076 From: "hotajcoolguy" <hotajcoolguy@...>
Date: Fri Feb 12, 2010 5:36 am
Subject: Do u think this picture is funny?
hotajcoolguy
Send Email Send Email
 
LOL, I found a very funny picture and wanna know your opinion. Do u think this
picture is funny? Check the funny picture here:
http://gadixies.zoomshare.com/files/funny.htm

#1077 From: Jenny Davis <jdavis@...>
Date: Wed Feb 17, 2010 4:10 pm
Subject: Nominate a Neighbor
jdavis@...
Send Email Send Email
 

Hello everyone. Burlington’s tenth annual “Neighborhood Night of Success” community celebration, dinner, and awards ceremony will be held on Thursday, March 25th, from 5:30-7:30pm at Contois Auditorium in City Hall. Nominations are currently being accepted for individuals and businesses that help to make Burlington a great place to live, work and play. If you would like to nominate someone, please find the one-page form at: http://www.cedoburlington.org. Deadline for nominations is February 25.

 

Hundreds of individuals, groups, and businesses have been honored in past years for the dedication to the Burlington community.

 

The City of Burlington’s Center for Community and Neighborhoods, a division of CEDO, hosts this event with support from various community members and corporate sponsors. This year’s sponsors include AARP and Merchants Bank.

 

For more information please contact Jenny Davis, Community Development Specialist with the Center for Community and Neighborhoods at 865-7172 or jdavis@....


#1078 From: Jenny Davis <jdavis@...>
Date: Thu Feb 18, 2010 7:59 pm
Subject: The Neighborhood BUZZ for February 18, 2010
jdavis@...
Send Email Send Email
 

Enjoy the up-coming mid-winter school vacation by participating in any of the following Burlington events:

 

*****

LOCAL GOVT/NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

 

IRV PUBLIC DEBATE TONIGHT

Seven Days and Channel 17/Town Meeting Television are sponsoring a public debate about Instant Runoff Voting (ballot item #5) TONIGHT, at Burlington City Hall Auditorium. The event starts at 7 pm, and will be televised live on Channel 17.

"Majority Matters" presenters Rep. Mark Larson and Keri Toksu will debate "REPEAL IRV" presenteres Sandy Baird and Chuck Selene. A media panel consisting of Shay Totten of Seven Days, Bianca Slota of WCAX and John Briggs of the Burlington Free Press will ask the questions. Jess Wilson of Channel 17 will moderate. Audience members will also be invited to ask questions, and we'll be taking questions via a live web chat at http://www.sevendaysvt.com.

Join us if you've got questions about IRV, or haven't made up your mind how to vote on Question 5 on Burlington's Town Meeting Day ballot. For more info: http://www.7dvt.com/irv-debate

 

SHELBURNE RD ROUNDABOUT MTG FEB 22

 

There will be a public information meeting with the Dept. of Public Works and the Vermont Dept. of Transportation to discuss the Shelburne Street Roundabout. The discussion will take place on Feb 22 at 6:30pm at DPW (645 Pine Street.)


TRANSIT DEVELOPMENT PLAN - PUBLIC MEETING FEB 23
 
Please come offer your input on the future of public transportation in Chittenden County! CCTA is updating its Transit Development Plan, which serves as the guiding document for our planning and development efforts for the next five year period. We invite the public to attend our upcoming public meeting to offer feedback on CCTA's future plans, goals, and service development. The mtg is Feb 23 at 6pm in the CCTA offices, 15 Industrial Parkway, Burlington.
 
The CCTA offices are accessible via the Pine Street route. On the night of the meeting, the Pine Street route will offer extended service hours until 8:00 PM to accommodate travel back to downtown Burlington and Cherry Street station. Please contact CCTA with any questions you have: 864-CCTA or TDP@...

 

NOMINATE A NEIGHBOR

 

Burlington will celebrate people and businesses that make this a great place to live, work, and/or play at the 10th Annual Neighborhood Night of Success, March 25, 5:30 – 7:30pm at Contois.

Nominations are now being accepted! If you would like to acknowledge a neighbor, business, or other entity, for their contributions to our community, please find a nomination form at: http://www.cedoburlington.org. Deadline for nominations is Feb 25.

 

for more info: 865-7172, jdavis@...


GOVT MEETINGS

 

There are always numoerous ways to be informed about the activities of the city's departments and commissions; attend any one of many weekly public meetings. Here is the link for more info: www.ci.burlington.vt.us/events

*****

THE ARTS

 

BHS ONE-ACT PLAYS

 

Enjoy this winter tradition from the Burlington High School Thespians tonight and tomorrow night at 7:30pm in the BHS auditorium.

 

THURSDAY NOON CONCERTS

First United Methodist Church of Burlington announces the third annual series of free Thursday noonday concerts. 
This third year of free community concerts will continue every Thursday until April 8.  
for more info: 862-1151

CHINA: HISTORICAL LEGACIES IN TODAY'S SOCIETY

A recorded history of more than 5,000 years makes China one of the oldest civilizations in the world. This presentation focuses on many issues like China's approach to development and modernization, what forces have shaped their view of how their society fits in the world and more, with a brief but comprehensive overview of important historical patterns in Chinese society, interpersonal relations, and foreign relations.  The event is Feb 22 from 12:00 to 1:30pm in the Davis Student Center and is free and open to the public. for more info: www.uvm.edu

AGING AND TRANSPORTATION

A discussion on "The Demographics of Aging: Impacts on Transportation and Mobility" will be presented by Joseph Coughlin from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology School of Engineering and Harvard Medical School. There will be a reception to immediately following the lecture. The event is from 4-5:30pm on Feb 24 at Old Mill John Dewey Lounge 325 and is free and open to the public.  For more info: www.uvm.edu

 

*****

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

 

SOLAR ELECTRIC FOR HOMEOWNERS - FREE SEMINAR TONIGHT

Tonight there will be a free seminar presented by DC Energy Innovations, installers of solar and wind energy systems. The seminar will cover basics of a home scale solar electric (photovoltaic) system including the components and how they are mounted. We will also focus on ways to pay for a home scale system with a special section about the proposed Burlington Clean Energy Assessment District question on this March's town meeting ballot. The event is from 7-9pm in the
Draker Solar Building, 12-22 North Street, refreshments will be served.

For more information go to http://bit.ly/7PRX7u., 363-1474

 

FREE EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR--PLANNING FOR ELDERS FEB 24

On Feb. 24, the Heineberg Senior and Community Center is hosting a free educational seminar--Planning for Elders and Medicaid.  This popular seminar is presented by Jarrett Law Office, which focuses its practice on Estate and Elder Law.  It will include planning for disability with legal documents, avoiding guardianship, housing options for elders, how to pay for long-term care, Medicare, Medicaid and options for immediate planning when an elder is in the nursing home.

The seminar is at 2 p.m. at the Heineberg Senior & Community Center, 14 Heineberg Road, just off North Avenue.

Please register at 864-5951 or online at http://www.VermontEstatePlanning.com.

 

EDIBLE FOREST GARDENS TONIGHT

 

Join permaculture designer Mark Krawczyk for an introduction to the concepts, design and maintenance of forest gardens - integrated gardens modeled on the structure of natural forests that incorporate fruiting tress, shrubs, and vegetables, fertility providing plants, medicinals, beneficial insect habitat and more. Well suited to compact urban lots, forest gardens can be as simple or complex as you like and grow in productivity with each passing year. The event is tonight, Feb 18, 6:30-8:30pm at the Public Works Bldg, 645 Pine St. $10 Suggested Donation. 

Co-sponsored by Burlington Parks & Recreation Department  

 

SUPPORT LOCAL FARMERS

 

Burlington Permaculture will host a discussion about some exciting new ways we can support local farmers and get more value for our food dollars at the same time.  Local, organic food doesn't have to be prohibitively expensive compared to the supermarket.  Learn about a new food currency that's being developed to increase food security and food storage, and provide consumers with lower cost food.  The event will also present ways to organize group buying locally as a means towards building community trust, helping each other out through tough economic times while lowering our costs for items we use regularly as well as supporting our local farms and other local producers. The event is Feb 24, 7-9pm at the Fletcher Free Library.


*****

CHURCH STREET HAPPENINGS

 

MARDI GRAS FEB 27

 

The 15th Annual Magic Hat Mardi Gras Parade marches up Church Street Marketplace starting at 3p.m. on Saturday, Feb 27. Over 40 floats take part in the parade which is followed by festivities at many different venues. The Burlington Police Department will be closing the cross streets traversing Church Street at 2:30 pm that day to prepare for the parade.  The parade is anticipated to be approximately 1 hour. The side streets will then open at the conclusion of the parade, with the exception of Cherry Street, which will stay closed for an additional two hours as a safety precaution. The parade raises money for the Burlington Women's Rape Crisis Center.

 

For more info:  To find out more about this huge, vibrant annual attraction visit  www.magichat.net/mardigras2010.

 

 *****

FUNDRAISERS

 

SUPPORT SMILES

 

Join the Community Health Center of Burlington and Uncommon Grounds Friday, February 19 thru Sunday, February 21 to help Burlington kids preserve their smiles for a lifetime. Celebrate National Children's Dental Health Month by donating toothbrushes and travel size toothpastes at Uncommon Grounds, located at 42 Church Street, and receive a free small coffee.

For more info: 864-6309, Ext 191, jhallingbye@...

 

 

EAT AT LEUNIGS FOR A GOOD CAUSE FEB 22

 

Have a great meal and support Mercy Connections at the same time on Monday, Feb 22, from 11am to closing at Leunig’s Restaurant on the Church Street Marketplace.   

Mercy Connections will receive 10% of your food or drink bill when you dine at Leunig’s on February 22. Purchase a discount card that allows the bearer to a 20% discount on food at Leunig’s for an entire year and Mercy Connections will receive 50% of the cost of the card.

 For more info: 846.7063, info@...

 

 

GREEN MOUNTAIN DERBY DAMES TO BENEFIT WHBW FEB 20

The Green Mountain Derby Dames will be playing in a bout to benefit the services at Women Helping Battered Women on Saturday Feb 20 at 6 pm at the Champlain Valley Expo.  A portion of all proceeds, including ticket sales and a portion of the 50/50 raffle will be donated.

Tickets will be on sale at http://flynntix.org, and halftime entertainment will be provided by Zumba fitness in Burlington.  To learn more about the derby dames you can visit their website at http://www.gmderbydames.com.

 

For more info: amyh@...

 

JAMBALAYA FUNDRAISING DINNER FEB 27

The East Ave Co-Housing will host a Jambalaya Dinner at 6pm on Feb 27 in the Community Room. Good food, good friends, good cause. Requested donations of $10-$25. for more info: Friends of East Avenue, 24 East Village Drive, Burlington, VT, 05401, 399-2475

CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL SILENT AUCTION

 

Christ the King School, located at 136 Locust Street in Burlington, is getting ready for the annual Cabaret and Silent Auction and needs your help. Please contact us if you or your business would like to donate something to our silent auction. For more information, please contact Barb Rouleau or Jon Hughes at jhughes@....

This is a large event that averages over 1000 attendees over the 2 night event (2 separate auctions held). All proceeds directly benefit the children of Christ the King School. Mark your calendars for March 19 and 20 for an evening of great fun. 

*****

SPORTS/RECREATION

 

ICE TIME DURING THE FEBRUARY SCHOOL VACATION:

Please note public skating times during the winter vacation week:

Monday, Feb 22:  Stick & Puck 11:45am-1:15pm, Public Skating 3-4:30pm

Tuesday, Feb 23:  Stick & Puck 11:45am-1:15pm, Public Skating 3-4:30pm

Wednesday, Feb 24:  Stick & Puck 11:45am-1:15pm, NO PUBLIC SKATING

Thursday, Feb 25:  Stick & Puck 11:45am-1:15pm, Public Skating 3-4:30pm

Friday, Feb 26:  Stick & Puck 11:45am-1:15pm, Public Skating 3-4:30pm

Sunday, Feb 28:  Public Skating 1-3pm

Monday, Mar 1: Public Skating 8:30-11:15am & 3-4:30pm, Stick & Puck 11:30-1:15pm

Tuesday, Mar 2:  Public Skating 8:30-11:15am & 3-4:30pm, Stick & Puck 11:30-1:15pm

 

For more info: www.enjoyburlington.com

 

*****

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

COTS WALK CROSSING GUARDS NEEDED

 

The 2010 COTS Walk is on Sunday, May 2nd and it is our biggest fundraiser of the year. We need lots of volunteers on the day of the event to help at Battery Park. We especially need CROSSING GUARDS, who are posted at intersections throughout the Walk to make sure participants cross safely, as well as folks to help with refreshments, hospitality and more. The time frame is approximately 1 to 4 p.m. It's a ton of fun and a wonderful way to support a great cause! For more information or to sign up, email Mary Beth at marybethj@... or call 864-7402.

 

WOMEN HELPING BATTERED WOMEN PHONE-A-THON MAR 1-2

Women Helping Battered Women's Phone-a-Thon is one of the orgsr largest and most popular events.  If you like working in a fast paced group environment, with supportive, upbeat individuals, then this event is definitely for you! Not much of a talker? We still need your help with processing paperwork, and motivating our callers!

No prior experience is required.  Friends and family are welcome to attend, but we do ask that anyone under 16 be accompanied by an adult.  Food, drink, and prizes will be provided.  The event is happening March 1 and 2 from 5:30-8:30 pm. Please RSVP to attend - Amy at amyh@... 658-3131 x 1076. 

 

SUPPORT VICTIMS OF CRIME

 

Burlington Parallel Justice volunteers call victims of crime, listen to their concerns, offer emotional support, and refer them to resources provided by the Parallel Justice Victim Fund and other community agencies.

 

We’re looking for reliable, motivated individuals who are interested in providing compassionate and non-judging support.  Volunteers enable Parallel Justice to better meet the needs of victims of crime in Burlington and are core to the continued success of our project. 

 

Parallel Justice works directly with victims of crime to repair the harm caused by crime.  We cover a spectrum of crimes including but not limited to theft, vandalism, harassment, burglary and assault.

 

The Burlington Parallel Justice Project recognizes that the criminal justice system is designed to deal with offenders, and can fall short of meeting victims’ needs.  Support is available regardless of whether the offender is caught or prosecuted.  Services and support are available through the Burlington Police Department and The Community Justice Center. 

 

For more information on applying and job description contact Clark Sheldon at (802) 540-2394.  For more information about Parallel Justice go to www.pjburlington.org

 

*****

MISC. AND OTHER COOL STUFF

 

SCHOOL VACATION FUN AT FLETCHER FREE LIBRARY

MEET THE UVM CATAMOUNTS at FLETCHER FREE LIBRARY! Feb 22, 11:30am Players from the University of Vermont Catamounts Women's and Men's hockey teams will share stories, answer your questions about their experiences, and sign autographs. FREE. Recommended for ages 5-10. No Preregistration needed.

FLETCHER FREE LIBRARY TO RELEASE ITS 4th SINGALONG MUSIC CD
On Feb 27 the Fletcher Free Library will be celebrating the release of  its fourth singalong CD, entitled "Ooples and Banoonoos", and featuring the mellifluous voices of FFL staffers Megan Butterfield, Emer Pond Feeney,and Robert Resnik.  Megan, Emer, and Robert will be performing all 25 songs from the new recording at the FLETCHER FREE LIBRARY, 235 College St., Burlington, at 11am on Saturday February 27th. Over the past 10 years, the library has sold over $25,000 worth of our singalong CDs at the library and by mail all over the country.  This money has all been used to help pay for the Fletcher Free Library's special programs. FREE!

 

For more info: 865-7216

KIDS' CONCERT WITH BUDDY DUBAY FEB 20

Champlain College Children's Club Presents: Children’s musician Buddy Dubay, Feb 20, 10:30 – 11;30am, IDX Student Center Fireside Lounge, 262 S. Willard St. Come and join an hour of fun and singing. Adults must accompany children. Please consider a $5 per family donation to COTS.  For more information, email childrensclub@...


PRE-K PROGRAM INFO FOR BURLINGTON SCHOOLS

The Burlington School District recognizes the importance of a high quality preschool experience for young children and is participating in Vermont’s Act 62. This law provides public education funds through the district to support pre-kindergarten services.

If you are interested in learning more about pre-kindergarten options through the Burlington School District, or would like to submit an application for your child to participate in this program, please:
-go to Burlington School District’s website at http://bsdweb.bsdvt.org/district/Parents/PreK-Reg.php or
-ask your current early education program for more information

 

 

GINGERBREAD WORKSHOP FEB 24

Looking for a fun activity for the kids during February break? Join UVM students and the Office of Student and Community Relations for a Gingerbread People Making Workshop. We'll provide the gingerbread, decorations, and the pizza if you bring the creative ideas for gingerbread people! Event is free, but RSVP is required. This is the 1st Annual UVM Winter Carnival Gingerbread People Making Workshop, Feb 24 from 6:00 - 7:00 ppm in the Sugar Maple Rm, 4th Floor of the UVM Davis Center, RSVP by noon on Feb 21 to jtaylor2@...

Directions: http://www.uvm.edu/~davis/?Page=contact_us.html&SM=contactmenu.html
Parking Available, use commuter lot between water tower and Main Street (free after 3:30 p.m.)

 

REGISTER NOW FOR BURLINGTON COMMUNITY GARDEN SPACE

 Spring is right around the corner and now is the time to sign up for a garden plot.  Through BACG, you can register for a full size, half size, or quarter size plot and grow fresh vegetables, herbs, and flowers for your enjoyment. 

All 11 community garden sites are equipped with water and most have community tools sheds. In addition, each site is tilled in the spring.  Space is limited.  Plots are reserved first come first serve.  Descriptions of individual sites are available on-line at www.enjoyburlington.com

Full Size plots are $55.00 for the season. Half size plots are $37.00 for the season. Youth sized plots are $20.00 for the season. (additional $5 charge for non-Burlington residents)

Registration forms can now be downloaded from our website at www.enjoyburlington.com!

Scholarships are available; please contact Chittenden Community Action Office at 863-6248 for more information. To have a registration form mailed to you call 863-0420 or stop by the Burlington Parks & Recreation Office, at 645 Pine Street

 

TEACHER CERTIFICATION/PRINCIPALSHIP INFORMATION SESSION

Do you know someone who would like to be a Teacher? Earn certification through UVEI – learn more at an upcoming information session: March 1, 4:30-6:00pm at the Fletcher Free Library.

For 40 years, the Upper Valley Educators Institute has been turning talented candidates into great teachers.  UVEI is a full-time, ten-month teacher certification program, based in Lebanon, New Hampshire.  Internships are located in participants' area schools.

Federal financial assistance and scholarships are available. For information, visit
http://www.uvei.org or 603 678-4888.

*****

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON IS HIRING

 

For info on openings within the city: www.hrjobs.ci.burlington.vt.us

 

 


#1079 From: Jenny Davis <jdavis@...>
Date: Thu Feb 25, 2010 4:44 pm
Subject: The Neighborhood BUZZ for February 25, 2010
jdavis@...
Send Email Send Email
 

In this week’s BUZZ (as it appears in this issue):

1) Info on early voting

2) Neighborhood Awards and Celebration

3) The link for this week’s Govt. meetings

4) New Exhibit at the Firehouse Gallery

5) Fleming Museum to host lecture on photography

6) Free downtown concerts Thursdays at noon

7) Mindfulness Meditation Classes at UVM

8) Free Quit-Smoking Clinics at Fletcher Allen

9) Free visits with doctors at Community Health Center

10) Burlington Permaculture continues to provide a multitude of offerings for residents

11) ONE Gardening workshop Feb 28

12) Church Street to host annual Mardi Gras events

13) Mardi Gras Fundraising Dinner at East Ave Co-Housing

14) Burlington Partnership for a Healthy Community raffles great prizes

15) Encore Benefit for King Street Center

16) Christ the King School prepares for annual silent auction

17) Find wintertime activities in City parks

18) Seahorse basketball teams move through the post-season

19 – 21) Volunteer opportunities with COTS, Women Helping Battered Women, and Parallel Justice
22) Ward 6 residents invited to free breakfast at Champlain College

23) New community grants offered by AARP

24) Branch Out Burlington selling trees at bargain prices

25) Legacy Town Meeting is March 18

26) Link to job openings within the City of Burlington

 

*****

LOCAL GOVT/NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

 

1) EARLY/ABSENTEE VOTING AVAILABLE NOW

 

Election Day is March 2. If you will be out of town on Election Day, or if you want to avoid Election Day crowds, please consider voting early by absentee ballot. 

To obtain an absentee ballot in the City of Burlington you may do the following: 

1.  In person:  go to the City Clerk and Treasurer’s Office located on the second floor of Burlington City Hall.  Normal hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.  The Clerk's office will also be open for extended hours, Saturday February 27th from 9:00 AM - Noon and Monday March 1st from 8AM-7:30 PM. 

2.  By Phone:  Call 865-7000 to request a ballot by phone.  The ballot will be sent to you and you can return it by mail. 

3.  Online:  go to http://www.ci.burlington.vt.us/ct/elections/.  There is a link to download an absentee ballot, as well as lots of information about the candidates and questions on the ballot. 

You may request a ballot in person, by phone, or online for yourself or an immediate family member.  There is no ID required. 

 There are many important items on the March 2 ballot, including races for City Councilors and School Commissioners.  PLEASE VOTE!!!!!!

 

2) CELEBRATE BURLINGTON

 

Burlington will celebrate people and businesses that make this a great place to live, work, and/or play at the 10th Annual Neighborhood Night of Success, March 25, 5:30 – 7:30pm at Contois.

Nominations are now being accepted! If you would like to acknowledge a neighbor, business, or other entity, for their contributions to our community, please find a nomination form at: http://www.cedoburlington.org. Deadline for nominations is TODAY, Feb 25!

 

for more info: 865-7172, jdavis@...


3) GOVT MEETINGS

Here is the link for a list of all Government meetings in Burlington for the week: www.ci.burlington.vt.us/events

*****

THE ARTS

 

4) THIS WORLD, OTHER WORLD AT FIREHOUSE GALLERY

Imagined landscape and invented structure is the theme of This World, Other World, an exhibition of Vermont Studio Center alumni. The show is comprised of paintings and sculpture by Cora Cohen, Carrie Dickason, Sarah Fitzsimons, Janelle Iglesias, Reid Hitt, Erin Kaczkowski, Magnolia Laurie and Siobhan McBride, each of whom create a compelling world of their own construct. The pieces in this show range from intimate paintings to large scale sculptural installations. Despite scale, each artist offers a rather intimate space. These are not vast expanses, but tighter, more contained displays of space and structure, a wunderkammer filled with evidence of places, offering slivers and glimpses of worlds.

for more info: www.burlingtoncityarts.com

 

5) FLEMING MUSEUM SPECIAL PROGRAM

 

"Do I Look Fearless?" - Warhol, Photography, and Identity. This symposium explores the relationship between photography and sexual, economic, and ethnic identity, diversity, and inequality, and their relevance for contemporary culture and politics. Speakers include Binta Ayofemi, California College of the Arts; Anthony Grudin, Dept. of Art and Art History; Jason Hanasik, University of California at Berkeley; and Edward Vazquez, Middlebury College. Feb 28, 2-4:30.

for more info: 656-0750

 

6) THURSDAY NOON CONCERTS

The First United Methodist Church of Burlington (21 Buell St., corner of Winooski Ave) announces the third annual series of free Thursday lunchtime concerts.  This series of concerts will continue every Thursday until April 8 at 12:15. Light refreshments are provided in addition to the wonderful music.
for more info: 862-1151

 

7) MINDFULNESS MEDITATION AT UVM

 

All groups include meditation instruction, practice and discussion. Weekly Mindfulness Meditation Groups are free and open to students, staff, faculty and the community. Feb 26, 12-12:45, at the Center for Cultural Pluralism, Allen House, 3rd floor (corner of Main and S. Prospect Streets).

For more info: 656-3340

 

*****

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

 

8) FREE QUIT SMOKING CLINICS AT FLETCHER ALLEN

There will be several four week “quit tobacco” groups that include free patches, gum, or lozenges. All services are provided by a certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist. Here is the list of the March class times:
- Mondays, 1:30 - 2:30pm @FAHC, McClure 5 Conference Room, (Rm. 5111 on Level 5 - near McClure elevator)
- Mondays, 5:30 - 6:30pm @ FAHC, Frymoyer Resource Center (Level 3, near the Main Entrance Info. Desk)
- Tuesdays, 11:00am - 12:15pm @ Tilley Drive Cardiology Clinic Conf. Rm., (S. Burlington)
- Wednesdays, 5:30-6:45pm @ Community Health Improvement Office (Downtown Burlington 199 Main Street, Suite 150)

For more info: 847-6541, wellness@...

 

9) FREE CLINIC DAY AT CHC

 

The Community Health Center of Burlington will offer up to 100 free appointments with a medical provider on Sunday, March 14 from 8am – noon. This event is open to all ages but does require that you call to schedule an appt. It is a first come, first served process. For more info: 864-6309 x 190, acalderara@...

 

10) BURLINGTON PERMACULTURE OFFERS MODEL MAKING 

 

If you ever dream of building a house, designing a working landscape, or adapting the built environment around you, small scale models are an effective way to visualize ideas.  In this workshop we will introduce methods of creating accurate models of structures and landscapes.  Materials will be provided, though feel free to bring any plans or photos for projects you may be working on.  The workshop is Feb 28, 2-4:00 at 30 Monroe St. (ONE). $5 Suggested Donation.  

for more info: pkschwartzkopf@...

 

10) ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE CHANGE SERIES

 

Burlington Permaculture will host a March series on Environment & Climate Change at the First Congregational Church, 38 So Winooski Ave. Come at 6 pm and enjoy soup, salad and good company.   Each presentation will be from 6:30 to 7:30 with time for Q&A.  A $5 donation is suggested to cover the cost of the meal. 

 

Thursday, March 4: Prof William Vitek, ChairDepartment of Humanities and Social Sciences at Clarkson University, will speak on Environmental Ethics. 

Thursday, March 11: Alan Betts, Environmentalist, writer and Atmospheric Researcher, President of the Vermont Academy of Science and Engineering will be the speaker. 

Thursday, March 18: The speaker will be Rev. Nancy Wright, Pastor of Ascension Lutheran Church in S. Burlington.  Rev Wright has worked in Environmental Stewardship and has co-authored a book on Environmental Issues and Faith.  

Thursday, March 25: The speaker will be Amy Seidl, Vermont Ecologist and author of Early Spring, a book that details the impact of climate change in her own back yard and local community.  

for more info: burlingtonpermaculture@...

 

11) GARDEN WORKSHOP FEB 28

Neighborhood Roots: Connecting our community to the gardening opportunities around us Hear from neighborhood gardeners, learn about where you can grow your own food in Burlington, and start planting! Sunday Feb. 28th at 2pm (English) and 3pm (Maay Maay) at the Riverside Apartments Community Center, located at 669 Riverside Avenue (parking available on Intervale Ave. in lot on the right). Free snacks and seeds - All are welcome!

Grow Team ONE is now accepting applications for the Riverside and Archibald neighborhood gardens. 

for more info: 978-855-0661 or lizdquinn@..., http://www.growteamvt.com

 

*****

CHURCH STREET MARKETPLACE

 

12) MARDI GRAS FEB 27

 

The 15th Annual Magic Hat Mardi Gras Parade marches up Church Street Marketplace starting at 3p.m. on Saturday, Feb 27. Over 40 floats take part in the parade which is followed by festivities at many different venues. The Burlington Police Department will be closing the cross streets traversing Church Street at 2:30 pm that day to prepare for the parade.  The parade is anticipated to be approximately 1 hour. The side streets will then open at the conclusion of the parade, with the exception of Cherry Street, which will stay closed for an additional two hours as a safety precaution. The parade raises money for the Burlington Women's Rape Crisis Center 

For more info:  To find out more about this huge, vibrant annual attraction visit  www.magichat.net/mardigras2010.

*****

FUNDRAISERS

 

13) JAMBALAYA FUNDRAISING DINNER FEB 27


Join the "Friends of East Avenue" Mardi Gras Feast fundraising dinner on Feb 27.  The menu includes
a Jambalaya (veggie and carnie), Homegrown Green Beans, Cornbread and New Orleans Style Bread Pudding.

The event is at 6pm at the Cohousing dining room, 180 East Avenue and is to help raise funds for legal fees to preserve 198 East Ave. Donations in the range of $10 - $25 are requested. To reserve a space: 399-2475.

 

14) BURLINGTON PARTNERSHIP HOSTS RAFFLE

 

The Burlington Partnership for a Healthy Community is a coalition of agencies working to positively impact the Burlington community by addressing the causes and consequences of substance abuse. In conjunction with their up-coming “Roots of Prevention” Awards Ceremony (April 12 at the Elks Club on North Ave.), the Partnership is selling raffle tickets with loads of great prizes from area businesses, including an overnight stay at the Hilton Hotel, Lake Champlain Chocolates, gift card from the Daily Planet, sailing time at the Community Sailing Center.

for more info on how you can support the Partnership through this raffle: www.burlingtonpartnership.com, 324-3867

 

15) MUSICAL BENEFIT FOR KING STREET CENTER

 

Please join us on Feb 28 for a fun filled evening of warmth and wit with Encore!   Tim Barden, Joyce Flanagan, Stephen Rainville, Cathy Walsh and Denise Whittier are performing one last benefit for the King Street Center.  Shows will take place at 5:30pm and 7:30pm with a dessert reception in the Amy Tarrant Gallery beginning at 6:30pm.

for more info and/or for tickets: 862-6736 or www.flynntix.org.

16) CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL SILENT AUCTION

 

Christ the King School located at 136 Locust Street in Burlington is getting ready for our annual Cabaret and Silent Auction and needs your help. Please contact us if you or your business would like to donate something to our silent auction. For more information, please contact Barb Rouleau or Jon Hughes at jhughes@....

This is a large event that averages over 1000 attendees over the 2 night event (2 separate auctions held). All proceeds directly benefit the children of Christ the King School. Mark your calendars for March 19 and 20 for an evening of great fun.

*****

SPORTS/RECREATION

 

17) FREE WINTERTIME ACTIVITIES IN CITY PARKS

 

There is always something fun to do in our parks: sledding, ice skating, cross-country skiing, hiking, snow shoeing. For the most up-to-date snow and ice conditions, log onto: www.enjoyburlington.com

 

18) BHS B’BALL TEAMS IN POST-SEASON

 

The following BHS winter varsity teams will be competing in post-season action:

Girl’s Basketball Seahorses – Semi-Finals at Patrick Arena, Feb 27, 7pm

Boy’s Basketball Seahorses – Second Round playoffs, Feb 27, 2pm at BHS

 

For more info:  www.vpaonline.org

 

*****

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

19) COTS WALK CROSSING GUARDS NEEDED

 

The 2010 COTS Walk is on Sunday, May 2nd and it is our biggest fundraiser of the year. We need lots of volunteers on the day of the event to help at Battery Park. We especially need CROSSING GUARDS, who are posted at intersections throughout the Walk to make sure participants cross safely, as well as folks to help with refreshments, hospitality and more. The time frame is approximately 1 to 4 p.m. It's a ton of fun and a wonderful way to support a great cause! For more information or to sign up, email Mary Beth at marybethj@... or call 864-7402.

 

20) WOMEN HELPING BATTERED WOMEN PHONE-A-THON MAR 1-2

Women Helping Battered Women's Phone-a-Thon is one of the orgsr largest and most popular events.  If you like working in a fast paced group environment, with supportive, upbeat individuals, then this event is definitely for you! Not much of a talker? We still need your help with processing paperwork, and motivating our callers!

No prior experience is required.  Friends and family are welcome to attend, but we do ask that anyone under 16 be accompanied by an adult.  Food, drink, and prizes will be provided.  The event is happening March 1 and 2 from 5:30-8:30 pm. Please RSVP to attend - Amy at amyh@... 658-3131 x 1076. 

 

21) SUPPORT VICTIMS OF CRIME

 

Burlington Parallel Justice volunteers call victims of crime, listen to their concerns, offer emotional support, and refer them to resources provided by the Parallel Justice Victim Fund and other community agencies.

 

We’re looking for reliable, motivated individuals who are interested in providing compassionate and non-judging support.  Volunteers enable Parallel Justice to better meet the needs of victims of crime in Burlington and are core to the continued success of our project. 

 

Parallel Justice works directly with victims of crime to repair the harm caused by crime.  We cover a spectrum of crimes including but not limited to theft, vandalism, harassment, burglary and assault.

 

The Burlington Parallel Justice Project recognizes that the criminal justice system is designed to deal with offenders, and can fall short of meeting victims’ needs.  Support is available regardless of whether the offender is caught or prosecuted.  Services and support are available through the Burlington Police Department and The Community Justice Center. 

 

For more information on applying and job description contact Clark Sheldon at (802) 540-2394.  For more information about Parallel Justice go to www.pjburlington.org

 

*****

MISC. AND OTHER COOL STUFF

 

22) CHAMPLAIN STUDENTS TO HOST WARD 6 RESIDENTS AT COMMUNITY BREAKFAST

 

Champlain Cares is hosting a FREE breakfast for neighbors in Ward 6 on Feb 27 from 9 - 11:00am.

Join student leaders on campus in the Fireside Lounge (at the cafeteria entrance) for a bite to eat and a chance to give your suggestions.  Champlain Cares wants to know what it is that students can do to help the community whether it is shoveling, dog walking, trash pick-ups, free movie nights on campus, tree planting and more!

 

23) NEW COMMUNITY GRANTS AVAILABLE

 

AARP is pleased to announce a Community Action Sponsorship program as part of the Burlington Livable Community Project. This program will provide funding to Burlington neighborhood groups and small non-profits for projects that advance the recommendations in the BLCP report http://www.blcp.org/assets/files/GreatCity.pdf.

 

I have attached the RFP, application, and news release for your information. We will select three groups for one-year funding in the range of $500-$2,000 each. Deadline for applications is May 6, 2010. Information on the sponsorship program along with a downloadable RFP and application can be found at www.blcp.org. 

for more info please contact Jennifer Wallace Brodeur at 951-1313 or jwbrodeur@....

 

24) BRANCH OUT BURLINGTON TREES AVAILABLE

For the third year in a row, Branch Out Burlington is offering bare-root trees at unbelievable prices. Trees are 5-6 feet and branched. Order early! These trees have sold out for the past two years. Trees must be picked up at The UVM Hort Farm during the Annual Burlington Community Tree Nursery Planting, which takes place on Saturday morning May 1 between 9 and 11:00am. Orders must be received by April 20.
Find order form and full tree descriptions at http://www.branchoutburlington.org

 

*****

COMING ATTRACTIONS

 

25) LEGACY TOWN MEETING MARCH 18

 

Come Celebrate!  The Burlington Legacy Project invites you to Town Meeting, Thursday, March 18, 5-7:30 to celebrate 10 years of work towards a sustainable future.  Learn how far we've come and share your ideas, hopes and dreams for Burlington 2030.  Dinner and entertainment provided!  For more info:  whines@... or jgreen@....

 

*****

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON IS HIRING

 

26) For info on openings within the city: www.hrjobs.ci.burlington.vt.us

 

 

 

 

 

 


#1080 From: "privatepswrmsg" <privatepswrmsg@...>
Date: Mon Mar 1, 2010 2:12 am
Subject: You're Invited!
privatepswrmsg
Send Email Send Email
 
You're Invited to join my friends network, check my profile here:
http://www.ourlivespace.com/hotcoolguy/addme.htm

#1081 From: Jenny Davis <jdavis@...>
Date: Thu Mar 4, 2010 7:19 pm
Subject: Neighborhhod BUZZ for March 4, 2010
jdavis@...
Send Email Send Email
 

In this edition of the Neighborhood BUZZ:

1)       Neighborhood Planning Assemblies

2)       Public Forum on Google RFI Tonight

3)       “Group of Nine” has website

4)       Govt. Mtgs for the week

5)       First Friday Art Walk

6)       Free organ concerts

7)       Very Merry Theater to perform this weekend

8)       Tax-free shopping on Saturday

9)       Peace and Justice Store hosts event

10)    Build your credit

11)    Burlington Permaculture event

12)    Indoor Gardening Workshop

13)    Free Clinic at CHC

14)    Women take center stage

15)    Dodge Ball Pick-up games

16)    BHS Boy’s b’ball team in state finals

17)    Mobius Mentoring recruiting

18)    “Branch Out” selling trees

19)    Screening for Intl Women’s Day

20)    Celebration of neighbors

21)    Spring job fair at Champlain College

22)    Help create environmental roadmap

23)    Burlington’s Egg Hunt

24)    Parent workshop on adolescent brains

25)    Link to job openings within the city

 

*****

LOCAL GOVT/NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

 

1) NEIGHBORHOOD PLANNING ASSEMBLIES SPRING INTO MARCH

 

Neighborhood Planning Assemblies are grass-roots, neighborhood organizations that were established in each of Burlington's seven Wards to encourage citizen participation in City government. The NPA meeting in your Ward provides a great way to get involved in neighborhood and city issues and make your opinions heard. NPAs meeting this week:

 

WARD 6 NPA TONIGHT, 7pm at the Greek Orthodox Church, 600 S. Willard St. Agenda items include updates from institutional neighbors, city councilors, school commissioners, updates by DPW on the rotary project and the south end parkway, presentations by the Champlain Housing Trust, AARP and their new community grants program.

 

WARD 1 NPA March 10, 7pm, Memorial Lounge, UVMs Waterman Bldg. agenda items include plans for the Colchester Ave redesign, improvements to the Hyde / North / School Streets "triangle”, an update from CarShareVT, as well as updates from city councilors and school commissioners.

 

For more info on NPAs: 865-7172, http://www.cedoburlington.org/neighborhoods/npa/npas1.htm

 

2) PUBLIC MEETING ON POTENTIAL GOOGLE OPPORTUNITY TONIGHT


Google Seeking "Trial Location" for Fiber Optic Network: The City of Burlington will hold a public meeting TONIGHT (March 4) from 6:30 to 8 pm, at Contois Auditorium, for residents, businesses and community organizations to provide input on a potential opportunity to partner with Google on a fiber-optic network in Burlington.

Google recently announced a plan to establish a fiber network in one or more trial communities across the country.  Google's intent is to deliver Internet speeds more than 100 times faster than what most Americans have access to today, over 1 gigabit per second, fiber-to-the-home connections. Google is accepting responses from interested municipalities through a "Request for Information" (RFI) process, with a deadline for responses of March 26.

The City of Burlington is currently in the process of drafting an RFI in response to Google and would like to hear from the public about partnering with Google.  Residents can also go to a special page on the City website http://www.ci.burlington.vt.us/mayor/google for more information; check out the Facebook page Burlington for Google Fiber (link: http://www.facebook.com/pages/@/327909189860); email btv-google@... ; or call the Mayor's Office at 865-7272.

"Burlington is in a unique position to respond to Google with a fiber system already in place," said Mayor Bob Kiss.  "We look forward to hearing from the public about this potential partnership."

Interested municipalities will be judged, in part, on the level of community support for a partnership with Google. The City encourages members of the public who support the idea to express their support through joining the Facebook page, attending the March 4 public meeting, and/or sending an e-mail.  There will be more information at the meeting about how the public can be involved with the City's response to the RFI.

More information about the Google effort can be found at: http://www.google.com/appserve/fiberrfi

 

 

3) INFO ON “GROUP OF 9” PLAN FOR BURLINGTON TELECOM


The "Group of 9" now has a web site with FAQs and a way to submit questions: www.rebootbt.com

 

 

4) GOVT MEETINGS

Here is the link for a list of all Government meetings in Burlington for the week: www.ci.burlington.vt.us/events

*****

THE ARTS

 

5) FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK MARCH 5

 

First Friday Art Walk is a community event that takes place the first Friday of each month throughout the city of Burlington. The event is free and open to anyone. Between thirty and forty art venues are open between 5 and 8pm for the Art Walk. Some venues have openings, talks, music, or other special activities. Others are simply open late. Individuals start their art walk by visiting any participating venue and picking up a copy of Art Map Burlington, the official publication of First Friday Art Walk.

 

Guided Tours: Burlington City Arts offers walking tours led by staff and volunteers who are knowledgeable about each space and can answer questions about the exhibitions. Tours leave from the Firehouse Gallery every half hour, starting at 5:30PM and ending at 7PM. Tours last about an hour and visit exhibitions within walking distance of downtown.

 

For more info: 264-4839 or info@....

 

6) THURSDAY NOON CONCERTS

First United Methodist Church of Burlington announces the third annual series of free Thursday noonday concerts. 
This third year of free community concerts will continue every Thursday until April 8.  
for more info: 862-1151

 

7) WEST SIDE STORY MARCH 5-7

Very Merry Theatre presents "West Side Story" this weekend at its "333" performing arts space in Burlington (in the old bus barns building near Good News Garage). Come see this delightful group of teenagers as they present Leonard Bernstein's classic musical. All performances are free: March 5, 7pm; March 6, 2pm & 7pm; March 7, 5pm.

 

*****

CHURCH STREET MARKETPLACE

 

8) TAX-FREE SHOPPING MARCH 6

 

Vermont's next Sales Tax Holiday is scheduled for Saturday, March 6!  The guidelines state that personal property costing $2,000 or less purchased for personal use are exempt from sales and local option sales tax on that day.  Get to the marketplace and take advantage of the savings!

 

*****

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

 

9) FAIR TRADE TALK MARCH 6

This Saturday at the Peace & Justice Store,  Melinda Haselton, from Dolma Designs will share stories and pictures from the fair trade women's artisan cooperatives she works with in India.  In honor of Women's History Month, they will look at the ways in which fair trade empowers women.  All are invited to come enjoy tea, goodies and an educational conversation about fair trade, women's empowerment and economic justice. The event is from 2 – 4:00pm at 60 Lake Street.

10) BUILDING YOUR CREDIT

 

Learn the details of the important and often confusing world of credit. Learn all the basics and get smart about this issue. You can improve your credit in a variety of ways and we want to help you get started. This is a two part series: Mondays, March 22 and 29, 6 – 8pm, 294 N. Winooski Ave.

For more info: 860-1417 x 104, growingmoney@...

 

11) BURLINGTON PERMACULTURE OFFERS TREE SKI

 

This afternoon event will focus on the winter identification characteristics of trees and shrubs.  We'll explore the incredible species diversity and woodland ecology at Rock Point, learning how to distinguish woody plants based on their foliage, branching patterns, buds, twigs, leaf scars, bark, growth form and habitat.  This event will be outdoors, so dress appropriately.  If the snow cover is light, feel free to leave your skis and snowshoes at home. March 7, 4pm, Rock Point School: meet in the parking lot across from the community gardens and the Bishop’s office.  FREE.

for more info: burlingtonpermaculture@...

 

 

12) INDOOR GARDENING WORKSHOP

Learn how to garden indoors with Peter Burke at City Market on March 20, 2 – 3:00pm. This workshop will focus on growing a steady supply of fresh greens with only a cupboard and a windowsill.  Ready to harvest in just 7 to 10 days; grow greens that are both good for fresh salads and to cook in a stir fry! Winter weather or living in an apartment is no reason to not to have a garden. Peter will show you how to grow the bulk of your salad greens with Sunflower, Radish, Buckwheat, Peas and Broccoli. The workshop will outline general techniques for many varieties of greens. Everyone will plant their own tray of greens to take home!

Pre-register at Customer Service or by emailing mklepack@.... Material Costs $5

 

13) FREE CLINIC DAY AT CHC

 

The Community Health Center of Burlington will offer up to 100 free appointments with a medical provider on Sunday, March 14 from 8am – noon. This event is open to all ages but does require that you call to schedule an appt. It is a first come, first served process. For more info: 864-6309 x 190, acalderara@...

 

*****

FUNDRAISERS

 

14) VARIETY SHOW ON ROLES OF WOMEN

This is the second of the "Salmagundi: A Stage Where Change Takes Place" performance art variety show fundraiser series. Women have played many roles in the past, present, and future of our lives. We are mothers, sisters, daughters, aunts, friends, lovers, workers, artists, farmers, and more... and many times play more than one role. Each woman experiences life differently, as we are different in so many ways. Not all women's lives and experiences are great, and some are outstanding... These are the realities of our lives. Join us for this variety show including song, poetry, theatre and more from your favorite local performance artists! March 13, 7pm at the North End Studio, 294 N. Winooski, Suggested donation: $10 to benefit Mercy Connections. For more info: jb4pax@...,863-6713

*****

SPORTS/RECREATION

 

15) ADULT CO-ED PICKUP DODGEBALL

Join in on Co-Ed Adult Pickup Dodgeball at the Miller Rec Center on Gosse Court in Burlington. Games are played on Sundays from 1:00-3:00pm and are $5 per person. Games are open to anyone over 18 and we use a combination of the rubber playground balls and rubber coated foam balls.

 

16) SEAHORSE B’BALL TEAM IN STATE FINALS

 

The Burlington High School boy’s basketball team will face Essex HS on Saturday, March 6 at 7pm in Patrick Arena for the D-1 State Championship game. for more info: www.vpaonline.org

 

*****

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

17) MENTOR OPPORTUNITY

 

2500 More Mentors Needed in Chittenden County!...

Have you ever thought about becoming a mentor? All that's required of you is the desire to help a child discover and make the most of his/her talents. By volunteering to spend just one hour a week with a mentee for one year, you could make a huge difference in that child's life.

 

Mobius, the Mentoring Movement is a local non-profit dedicated to developing a culture of mentoring in our communities. We would love to help you find a mentoring opportunity that fits your schedule and interests with one of the 16 affiliated programs in Chittenden County.

 

We are very thankful for all that our 788 current mentors do for their mentees, but the need for additional volunteers is overwhelming. Over 2500 more mentors are needed in Chittenden County alone!

For more info: benji@..., 658-1888

 

*****

MISC. AND OTHER COOL STUFF

 

18) BARE-ROOT TREES AT UNBELIEVABLE PRICES

 

Branch Out Burlington is offering bare-root trees at unbelievable prices. Trees are 5-6 feet and branched. These trees usually sell out quickly, so order now. Trees must be picked up at The UVM Hort Farm during the Annual Burlington Community Tree Nursery Planting, on Saturday morning May 1st from 9-11:00am.

To order or for more info: www.branchoutburlington.org

 

19) INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 

 

Get ready for International Women’s Day and support the International Violence against Women Act by attending a special one-night-only event in movie theatres around the country this Thursday. “Half the Sky Live” will be shown at 450 theaters in the United States and Canada on March 4 at 7:30pm. It was inspired by stories from the critically-acclaimed book, Half the Sky, by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn. The event will feature music, celebrity discussion and the world premiere of “Woineshet,” a powerful short film directed by Academy Award winner Marisa Tomeiand Lisa Leone that chronicles the struggles of an Ethiopian woman who triumphs over violence and discrimination. International Women’s Day is next Monday, March 8. The movie will be screened locally at the Palace 9 Theater in S. Burlington.

For more info: http://www.endabuse.org/content/features/detail/1465/

 

*****

COMING ATTRACTIONS

 

20) NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHT OF SUCCESS MARCH 25

 

Burlington will celebrate people and businesses that make this a great place to live, work, and/or play at the 10th Annual Neighborhood Night of Success, March 25, 5:30 – 7:30pm at Contois. This event is free and open to all Burlington residents and includes dinner, entertainment, and the program.

 

for more info: 865-7172, jdavis@...

 

21) CHAMPLAIN COLLEGE SPRING JOB FAIR MARCH 29

Champlain College will host a Spring Job Fair on March 29, from 1:30-5:30 p.m. in the Champlain College Gym within the IDX Student Life Center, 262 South Willard Street, Burlington.  The event is co-sponsored by the Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce, Vermont Department of Labor, and the Vermont Human Resource Association.  Participating employers will be recruiting for full-time, part-time and seasonal positions.  Some may also be offering internships.  The event is open to all job seekers.  Since parking on campus is limited, public transportation, walking, or car pooling is suggested.

Info: http://www.champlain.edu/career-services.html

 

 

22) ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY FOR ALL VERMONTERS - HELP PLAN THE VISION!

Over the coming months, Vermont SWEEP (Statewide Environmental Education Programs) is hosting a number of public dialogues about how to promote environmental literacy for all Vermonters. I'm working with a committee representing businesses, colleges, government agencies and nonprofit groups from around the state on this environmental literacy project. We know that businesses, organizations and communities are educating folks on environmental issues relating to their work and that many have developed model environmental initiatives in their practices. This statewide conversation is an opportunity to share your organization's environmental efforts and to hear what others are doing. The goal is to collect information about these model environmental practices and projects, and to present them as a roadmap to environmental literacy for Vermont
To find out more about the process or to find the schedule of public dialogues, please take a look at the website:  http://www.environmentalliteracyvt.org.

Be sure to save the date for the Burlington dialogue: March 24, 6-8pm, Fletcher Free Library.

 

23) BURLINGTON EGGSTRAVAGANZA MARCH 27

Bring the family to Oakledge Park on March 27 for Burlington's 8th Annual EGGSTRAVAGANZA, an 'eggcellent' free event! The egg hunt starts at 11am, with over 10,000 plastic eggs scattered across the park's open fields. Enjoy complimentary refreshments, cookie decorating, an egg-decorating contest, and of course the Egg Hunt Bunny, Chicken and Maurice the Moose!

Decorate eggs at home with your family and bring them to the EGGSTRAVAGANZA by 11AM to be judged in the egg-decorating contest. Fun prizes will be awarded to participants for most original, wackiest, and most colorful egg in each age group. So get decorating and bring in a winner!
for more info: enjoyburlington.com

24) BURLINGTON PARTNERSHIP TO HOST NATIONAL EXPERT

 

Dr. David Walsh is the author of nine books, including the national best seller Why Do They Act That Way? A Survival Guide to the Adolescent Brain for You and Your Teen.   He has appeared on NBC's Today Show, Good Morning America, The CBS Early Show, The News Hour with Jim Lehrer, Dateline NBC, ABC's 20/20 and National Public Radio's All Things Considered and Morning Edition.  He has been the recipient of numerous awards including the Council on Family Relation's Friend of the Family Award.

 

Dr. Walsh will blend humor, warmth, scientific substance, and practical advice. He will help parents to understand the adolescent brain and why a parent’s role is so crucial in your child’s development and in particular the role of substance use on teen development.

 

This event is March 31, 6:30 – 8pm at the Burlington High School Auditorium and is FREE and open to the public.  Childcare will be available by Burlington High School students with reservations in advance.  RSVP for childcare to Danielle Spaulding, 864-2148 or dspauldi@...

 

*****

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON IS HIRING

 

25) For info on openings within the city: www.hrjobs.ci.burlington.vt.us

 

 

 

 

 

 


#1082 From: "newuukilly" <newuukilly@...>
Date: Sat Mar 6, 2010 3:13 am
Subject: OMG, we have the same friend!!!!
newuukilly
Send Email Send Email
 
Oh My God, I just know that we have the same friend!!!!
http://teasd.zoomshare.com/files/photos.htm

#1083 From: Jenny Davis <jdavis@...>
Date: Thu Mar 11, 2010 9:02 pm
Subject: The Neighborhood BUZZ for March 11, 2010
jdavis@...
Send Email Send Email
 

Remember to set your clocks ahead one hour before you go to bed on Saturday night! Spring will feel even closer come Sunday night with that extra hour of daylight. Here’s this week’s loaded Neighborhood BUZZ:

 

*****

LOCAL GOVT/NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

 

LEGACY TOWN MEETING MARCH 18

 

Come Celebrate!  The Burlington Legacy Project invites you to Town Meeting, Thursday, March 18, 5-7:30 to celebrate 10 years of work towards a sustainable future.  Learn how far we've come and share your ideas, hopes and dreams for Burlington 2030.  Dinner and entertainment provided! 

For more info: whines@... or jgreen@....

 

VILLAGE AT LEDDY PARK COMMUNITY MTG MARCH 17

 

The Wards 4/7 Neighborhood Planning Assembly is sponsoring a community meeting on March 17 from 6:30-8:30 pm at the Miller Community Center with Cathedral Square Corporation, Champlain Housing Trust, Housing Vermont, Fair Housing Project and CEDO to give the community the opportunity to see the plans to transform the former Thayer School property on North Avenue (presently DMV) into the "Village at Leddy Park".   This meeting is a follow up to a forum held in the fall when community members were asked what features they wanted to see in this new development.  The plans include continued operation of DMV, new office/commercial space and over 100 mixed-income housing units for seniors and families. Come see the drawings, hear the presentation, see how your ideas were incorporated into
the plans, and give us feedback -- how are we doing?

For information on accessibility, call Brian Pine at CEDO: 865-7232 or email: bpine@...   The Community and Economic Development Office (CEDO) provided seed funding, technical assistance and financing for this development.

 

THREE NEIGHBORHOOD PLANNING ASSEMBLIES CONVENE THIS WEEK

 

Neighborhood Planning Assemblies are grass-roots, neighborhood organizations that were established in each of Burlington's seven Wards to encourage citizen participation in City government. The NPA meeting in your Ward provides a great way to get involved in neighborhood and city issues and make your opinions heard. NPAs meeting this week:

 

WARDS 2 and 3 NPA TONIGHT, 6:30pm, MultiGen Center, 241 N. Winooski Ave, community dinner, 5:30 – 6:30.

 

Wards 4 and 7 NPA, March 16, 6:45pm, Miller Community Center, 130 Gosse Ct.

 

WARD 5  NPA March 17, 7pm, DPW, 645 Pine St.

 

To see the agendas for the above Assemblies and/or to learn more: 865-7172, http://www.cedoburlington.org/neighborhoods/npa/npas1.htm

 

CITIZENS' COMMITTEE ON CHAMPLAIN PARKWAY FORMING

The Champlain Parkway (aka the Southern Connector) has been an ongoing issue for Burlington's South End for over 40 years.  After all these years, it is anyone's guess as to whether it will ever be built.  However, the project recently reached a major milestone with regard to approvals from the Federal government and is probably as close as it has ever been to becoming a reality.  Three Burlington organizations -- the South End Arts and Business Association (SEABA), the Ward 5 Neighborhood Planning Assembly (NPA), and Local Motion -- are working together to convene a "Citizens Committee on the Champlain Parkway."  This informal group will meet over the next few months to review the plan.

The first step in the process will be two South End-wide meetings, one focused on neighborhood concerns and one on business concerns.  Anyone is welcome at either meeting; however, each meeting will focus on one topic (business or residential), so people who have just one main concern should attend that meeting.

The schedule for the two meetings is as follows:
MEETING REGARDING NEIGHBORHOOD CONCERNS: March 15, 6:30 to 8:00pm, Champlain Elementary School cafeteria

MEETING REGARDING LOCAL BUSINESS CONCERNS: March 16, 6:30 to 8:00pm, Soda Plant, 266 Pine Street
(park in Recycle North lot -- follow the signs on the doors between Recycle North and Conant Custom Brass)

for more info: nelsmith@..., jvandriesche@...

 

DOG PARK IN THE SOUTH END

 

Any residents interested in joining an effort to open a dog park in the south end of Burlington are invited to an organizational meeting on March 16, 5 – 6:00pm at the Center for Community and Neighborhoods, 125 College St., 2nd Fl (above the Daily News). For more info: jdavis@..., 865-7172.

 

GOVT MEETINGS

Here is the link for a list of all Government meetings in Burlington for the week: www.ci.burlington.vt.us/events

*****

THE ARTS

 

SPIRITUALTIY AND STONES

 

Fletcher Free Library will host the Rev. Jim Gorman who will talk about stone circles and megalithic tombs, some of which were built more than 5000 years ago on the Emerald Isle. This talk is part of Burlington’s Irish Heritage festival and is free and open to the public. March 12, noon – 1:00. for more info: 863-3403, www.fletcherfree.org.

 

BURLINGTON IRISH MUSIC SHOWCASE

 

Come celebrate Burlington’s Irish heritage with a showcase of song and dance, featuring several area artists. The event is March 13, 6pm at Contois Auditorium in City Hall. $15 at the door. For more info: 865-7000.

 

FOLK DANCE FRIDAY MARCH 12

International Folk Dancing will take place at the North End Studio on Friday at 8. All dances are taught or reviewed. $5,
294 North Winooski Ave. Suite 116B, 863-6713  northendstudio@...,
http://vpal.typepad.com/vermont_performing_arts_l/north-end-studio.html

 

 

ECHO CENTER HOSTS PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT

 

US Senator Patrick Leahy has served Vermont for 35 years in the Nation’s Capital, years that have given him a front row seat to innumerable historic events. You can witness history unfolding, from an insider’s perspective at ECHO’s unique exhibition, featuring the Senator’s personally selected photos. The event opens March 13 at the Echo Lake and Science Center, along Burlington’s waterfront.

For more info: www.echovermont.org, 877-324-6386

 

FLETCHER FREE HOSTS “BOOKED FOR LUNCH”

Booked for Lunch at the Fletcher Free Library on March 18 at 12 noon features VT writer Louella Bryant, author of THE BLACK BONNET and WHILE IN DARKNESS THERE IS LIGHT. Booked for Lunch is free and open to the public. Light refreshments provided, with donations appreciated.

 

THURSDAY NOON CONCERTS

First United Methodist Church of Burlington announces the third annual series of free Thursday noonday concerts. 
This third year of free community concerts will continue every Thursday until April 8.  
for more info: 862-1151

 

'THE GARDEN' DOCUMENTARY SHOWING MARCH 20

“The Garden”, a 2008 Academy Award nominated documentary by Scott Hamilton Kennedy, will be shown on Saturday, March 20 at 7:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 21 Buell Street, in Burlington. A community potluck supper in the church's Fellowship Hall precedes the film at 6:00 p.m. Potluck participants are asked to bring a dish to share and place setting. The Garden follows the struggle of a group of urban community gardeners as they fight to save the 14-acre South Central Farm in Los Angeles from being bulldozed. The film is unrated and contains brief strong language. The movie showing is cosponsored by the FUMC Justice and Social Concerns Committee and Friends of Burlington Gardens. Admission is free. for more info: Jim Flint, 861-4769, http://www.burlingtongardens.org

 

*****

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

LAWN TO GARDEN CONVERSION WORKSHOP TONIGHT

In this evening workshop led by Mark Krawczyk, we will discuss simple, chemical-free strategies to eliminate lawn, build healthy soil and establish beautiful, productive gardens. Additionally, we'll examine the design, installation and maintenance of perennial, edible forest gardens, providing a dynamic, productive alternative to conventional landscaping. Donations welcome. TONIGHT, 6:30-8:30pm, Burlington Public Works Building - 645 Pine St. This event is Co-sponsored by Burlington Department of Parks and Recreation and Burlington Permaculture.

 

BUILDING YOUR CREDIT

 

Learn the details of the important and often confusing world of credit. Learn all the basics and get smart about this issue. You can improve your credit in a variety of ways and we want to help you get started. This is a two part series: Mondays, March 22 and 29, 6 – 8pm, 294 N. Winooski Ave.

For more info: 860-1417 x 104, growingmoney@...

 

SIMPLICITY PARENTING LECTURE & WORKSHOP

As the pace of life accelerates to hyper-speed -- with too much stuff, too many choices, and too little time -- children feel the pressure. On March 12 and 13 internationally renowned family consultant and author Kim John Payne will share tools and strategies for simplifying life with children of any age, in his lecture and workshop Simplicity Parenting: Using the Extraordinary Power of Less to Raise Calmer, Happier, and More Secure Kids.

Based on Payne’s twenty years experience successfully counseling busy families, this lecture and workshop shows parents how to worry and hover less--and how to enjoy more! For those who want to slow their children’s lives down, but don’t know where to start, Payne offers both inspiration and a blueprint for change.

Simplicity lecture, March 12, 7pm-9pm, Contois Auditorium, City Hall, Burlington
Simplicity workshop, March 13, 9am-1pm, Lake Champlain Waldorf School Shelburne Campus
Friday lecture only - $12 for individual/$18 for a couple

Friday lecture & Saturday workshop - $50 for individual/$75 for a couple

For more info: http://www.lakechamplainwaldorfschool.org/news___events/simplicity_parenting_lecture__amp__workshop/

 

 

PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLIST SUMMIT MARCH 27

Local Motion and the Chittenden County Metropolitan Planning Organization (CCMPO) are sponsoring the 2010 Pedestrian/Bike Summit, to be held March 278:30am – 12:45pm at the McCarthy Arts Center on the campus of St. Michael’s College. At the Summit, you'll learn about progress since the 2007 Summit, engage with others on new initiatives, and get inspired by featured speaker Mary Collins, author of American Idle.

 

For the complete agenda and for more info: www.ccmpo.org/BikePed

GARDENING WORKSHOPS

 

Organic Gardening 101, a workshop for beginning and intermediate vegetable gardeners, will be held at the Robert E. Miller Community and Recreation Center on March 20 from 9:30 until noon. The workshop is cosponsored by Burlington Area Community Gardens and Friends of Burlington Gardens. Participants are encouraged to pre-register by calling Burlington Parks and Recreation at 864-0123. The workshop cost is $15 for Burlington residents and $20 for non residents. Each participant will receive free seed packets for their gardens. Door prizes will also be awarded. For more information, please contact workshop presenter Jim Flint at 861-4769 or visit http://www.burlingtongardens.org/calendar.html

 

SOLAR FOR YOUR BUSINESS - FREE SEMINAR MARCH 11

DC Energy Innovations, installers of solar and wind  energy systems, will present a free seminar on using solar to make your business greener and to make a  sound business investment at the same time. Discussed will be the basics of a  grid-connected business scale solar electric (photovoltaic) system including  the solar components and how they can be mounted on the building. The economics of a business scale solar system and how it can be a good business investment will also be discussed. The event is TONIGHT from 7 - 9pm, in the Draker Solar Building, 12-22 North StreetBurlington.

 

For more info: http://bit.ly/7PRX7u, 363-1474, bgordesky@...

 

CULINARY AND MEDICINAL USES OF HERBS AND SPICES

 

Join Food Education Coordinator, Caroline Homan and Herbal Education Coordinator, Cristi Nunziata, for a discussion and sampling of culinary and medicinal spices and herbs that are commonly used in various cuisines. Travel the spice trail with us and learn all about how to put the spices in our wonderful Bulk spice section to mouth-watering use. March 17, 6:00-7:30pm at City market. This event is free and open to the public.

 

'WHY LOVE MATTERS' - FREE PARENT WORKSHOP MARCH 17

This workshop will focus on how a young child's brain forms, and the importance of early contact and affection in the first few years of life. Discussion will also include concrete activities/ideas to strengthen children's social and emotional growth through a neuro-developmental approach. Parents will learn concepts and strategies that can help children with bonding, impulse control and self-regulation, while also learning about some fun and interesting ways the young child's brain develops. Please join us for the informative and free parenting workshop at Champlain Elementary on March 17 from 6-7.30 pm

 

*****

FUNDRAISERS

 

BEARDED FROG TO SUPPORT TURNING POINT CENTER

The Bearded Frog will host a dinner to benefit the Turning Point Center on March 15 at 6:30. The menu includes delectable salads, main courses and desserts. Tickets are $60/person. The Turning Point Center is Chittenden County’s only recovery center. For more info and/or to purchase your ticket: director@....


WALKING THE PATH OF THE SHAMAN

 

Shamanism has been a part of societies for thousands of years, transcending written history. The practice is now seeing a resurgence of interest as people long for something more, something to balance the materialism that grips our everyday lives, something that touches the magic that is our soul. You are invited to learn more of the history and to listen to shamans speak of their calling. Become a part of this great event to benefit the Vermont Performing Arts League and the North End Studio, promoting and celebrating cultural diversity through performance art since 1978. March 20, 1-6:00pm, 294 N. Winooski Ave. $7 suggested donation for adults, $5/students, children under 12 are free. Proceeds to benefit Vermont Performing Arts League.

 

BUMP AT THE ROXY

 

Last June, the gay/lesbian travel show, BUMP!, came to Burlington to see what gay and lesbian tourists might find during a visit.  Before (Thursday, March 11) the episode featuring Vermont’s Queen City airs on the Logo network Friday, March 12 at 7pm, there will be a special preview/US premier at Merrill’s Roxy Cinema, Winooski/College Streets, Burlington.

 

There will be two showings, 7 and 8pm, in Theater 1 (the largest).   Hosted by The House of LeMay, the showings will also include introductions of people featured in the program as well as raffle prizes.  A $5 donation is requested and that will benefit Pride Vermont.

 

The program includes interviews/segments by hostess Shannon McDonough with/about Robin McGuire - former director of Vermont Freedom to Marry, a wonderful piece about the Waterfront Diving Center, cartoonist/author Alison Bechdel, local event promoter Shawn Lipinski, Willie and Greg from the Moose Meadow Lodge, Donnell Collins - the chef at Leunig's Bistro, Will at Old Gold, singer/songwriter Gregory Douglass, and… the drag queens known as The House of LeMay! 

 

There are many great shots in and around Burlington and is sure to encourage people to put our city on their list of places to visit. For more information contact Bob Bolyard, bbolyard@..., 355-3842.

 

*****

SPORTS/RECREATION

 

PARKS AND REC SUMMER PROGRAMS

 

Summer is just around the corner. Read about this year’s offerings at www.enjoyburlington.com

 

YOUTH BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

 

The Boys and Girls Club announces registration for the 2010 Hoehl basketball Tournament. This is for anyone in middle or high school that is interested in competitive hoops!!! $50.00 per team
Dates for tournament are: Saturday March 13 for middle school, Saturday March 20 for the high school.
Games are single elimination. For info: 864-5263

*****

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

HELP VICTIMS OF CRIME

 

Burlington Parallel Justice volunteers call victims of crime, listen to their concerns, offer emotional support, and refer them to resources provided by the Parallel Justice Victim Fund and other community agencies.

 

We’re looking for reliable, motivated individuals who are interested in providing compassionate and non-judging support.  Volunteers enable Parallel Justice to better meet the needs of victims of crime in Burlington and are core to the continued success of our project. 

 

Parallel Justice works directly with victims of crime to repair the harm caused by crime.  We cover a spectrum of crimes including but not limited to theft, vandalism, harassment, burglary and assault.

 

The Burlington Parallel Justice Project recognizes that the criminal justice system is designed to deal with offenders, and can fall short of meeting victims’ needs.  Support is available regardless of whether the offender is caught or prosecuted.  Services and support are available through the Burlington Police Department and The Community Justice Center. 

 

For more information on applying and job description contact Clark Sheldon at (802) 540-2394.  For more information about Parallel Justice go to www.pjburlington.org

 

*****

MISC. AND OTHER COOL STUFF

 

 NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHT OF SUCCESS MARCH 25

 

Burlington will celebrate people and businesses that make this a great place to live, work, and/or play at the 10th Annual Neighborhood Night of Success, March 25, 5:30 – 7:30pm at Contois. This event is free and open to all Burlington residents and includes dinner, entertainment, and the program.

 

for more info: 865-7172, jdavis@...

 

 CHAMPLAIN COLLEGE SPRING JOB FAIR MARCH 29

Champlain College will host a Spring Job Fair on March 29, from 1:30-5:30 p.m. in the Champlain College Gym within the IDX Student Life Center, 262 South Willard Street, Burlington.  The event is co-sponsored by the Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce, Vermont Department of Labor, and the Vermont Human Resource Association.  Participating employers will be recruiting for full-time, part-time and seasonal positions.  Some may also be offering internships.  The event is open to all job seekers.  Since parking on campus is limited, public transportation, walking, or car pooling is suggested.

Info: http://www.champlain.edu/career-services.html

 

BEN & JERRY’S FREE CONE DAY MARCH 23

 

It's that time of the year again! Free Cone Day is quickly approaching. It has been moved up to March 23rd this year instead of April.  We'll be scooping from 12pm-8pm.

 

 

FRONT PORCH FORUM FEATURED IN YANKEE MAGAZINE

 

Author Bill McKibben included Burlington-based Front Porch Forum in his list of "New England innovations that can save the world."  McKibben's feature article (http://bit.ly/bRa9HM) in the March/April issue of Yankee Magazine looks at FrontPorchForum.com in depth.  More than 17,000 Chittenden and Grand Isle County households subscribe to FPF (http://frontporchforum.com) and use the free service to connect with nearby neighbors and build community.


US CENSUS IS HIRING

 

The U.S. Census Bureau is actively recruiting hundreds of temporary workers to help count everyone in Burlington and the rest of Vermont.

Most of the jobs are for people who will work in the field earning $13.50 an hour. Workers are needed to drop off census questionnaires at homes this month, and conduct face-to-face interviews in late spring and early summer with Vermonters who fail to return their questionnaires by mail. Positions are part- to full-time, with many requiring evening and weekend hours. They offer flexible schedules and are close-to-home.

To be considered for work, applicants must take a 30-minute multiple-choice test. Tests are currently being offered at various times of day at convenient locations across the state. Anyone interested in taking a test can call 1-866-861-2010 toll free or 802-264-0860 to make an appointment. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and age 18 or older, have two forms of identification and pass a background check. Most jobs require a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.

For more information contact Ellen Biddle, assistant manager for recruiting, by phone at 802-264-0843 or email  at  amr.lco.2146@..., or Helen Simon, partnership specialist, at 802-264-0856 or email at helen.j.simon@.... Information also is available at www.2010censusjobs.gov.

Census population counts help determine how $400 billion in federal funds is distributed annually to communities across the country. They also are used to determine the shape of legislative and local government districts.

 

DPW USING TWITTER TO ISSUE CONSTRUCTION UPDATES

 

If you would like updates on upcoming road construction in Burlington, please join Twitter: BTVSTREETS

http://twitter.com/btvstreets.

 

*****

COMING ATTRACTIONS

 

PARENTS INVITED TO DISCUSSION ON CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT

 

Dr. David Walsh is the author of nine books, including the national best seller Why Do They Act That Way? A Survival Guide to the Adolescent Brain for You and Your Teen.   He has appeared on NBC's Today Show, Good Morning America, The CBS Early Show, The News Hour with Jim Lehrer, Dateline NBC, ABC's 20/20 and National Public Radio's All Things Considered and Morning Edition.  He has been the recipient of numerous awards including the Council on Family Relation's Friend of the Family Award.

 

Dr. Walsh will blend humor, warmth, scientific substance, and practical advice. He will help parents to understand the adolescent brain and why a parent’s role is so crucial in your child’s development and in particular the role of substance use on teen development.

 

This event is March 31, 6:30 – 8pm at the Burlington High School Auditorium and is FREE and open to the public.  Childcare will be available by Burlington High School students with reservations in advance.  RSVP for childcare to Danielle Spaulding, 864-2148 or dspauldi@...

 

BURLINGTON EGGSTRAVAGANZA MARCH 27

Bring the family to Oakledge Park on March 27 for Burlington's 8th Annual EGGSTRAVAGANZA, an 'eggcellent' free event! The egg hunt starts at 11am, with over 10,000 plastic eggs scattered across the park's open fields. Enjoy complimentary refreshments, cookie decorating, an egg-decorating contest, and of course the Egg Hunt Bunny, Chicken and Maurice the Moose!

Decorate eggs at home with your family and bring them to the EGGSTRAVAGANZA by 11AM to be judged in the egg-decorating contest. Fun prizes will be awarded to participants for most original, wackiest, and most colorful egg in each age group. So get decorating and bring in a winner!
for more info: enjoyburlington.com

 

ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY FOR ALL VERMONTERS - HELP PLAN THE VISION!

Over the coming months, Vermont SWEEP (Statewide Environmental Education Programs) is hosting a number of public dialogues about how to promote environmental literacy for all Vermonters. I'm working with a committee representing businesses, colleges, government agencies and nonprofit groups from around the state on this environmental literacy project. We know that businesses, organizations and communities are educating folks on environmental issues relating to their work and that many have developed model environmental initiatives in their practices. This statewide conversation is an opportunity to share your organization's environmental efforts and to hear what others are doing. The goal is to collect information about these model environmental practices and projects, and to present them as a roadmap to environmental literacy for Vermont
To find out more about the process or to find the schedule of public dialogues, please take a look at the website:  http://www.environmentalliteracyvt.org.

Be sure to save the date for the Burlington dialogue: March 24, 6-8pm, Fletcher Free Library.

 

HYDE STREET DOME PROJECT UNVEILED APRIL 10

 

Join Neighbors, students and the VSA Arts of Vermont community artists as we come together under the beautiful new stained glass and steel ONEder Dome designed to invite new and creative uses if the Hyde Street triangle park in Burlington. The ONEder Done installation party will be April 10 from 2 – 4:00pm. There will be food and entertainment.

 

COMMUNITY TEACHING GARDEN ACCEPTING APPS

 

The Community Teaching Garden is now accepting applications for its Class of 2010. The 22-week hands-on organic gardening and service-learning program teaches the basic skills of planting, cultivating, harvesting, and preserving. Classes are held at Ethan Allen Homestead Monday and Thursday evenings from May 3 through September 27. The course fee ranges from $120 to $200, which includes 44 class sessions, seeds, plants, special events, access to tools, and all the fresh delicious vegetables participants can grow and eat. Scholarships covering up to half of the course fee are available for people in limited income situations. The application deadline for Burlington area participants is April 2 for early admission. The class is limited to 22 enthusiastic participants. To learn more about the Community Teaching Garden and download an application form, please visit http://www.burlingtongardens.org/outreach.html or call Friends of Burlington Gardens at 861-4769.

 

*****

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON IS HIRING

 

For info on openings within the city: www.hrjobs.ci.burlington.vt.us

 

 

 

 

 


#1084 From: Jenny Davis <jdavis@...>
Date: Thu Mar 18, 2010 8:20 pm
Subject: The Neighborhood BUZZ for March 18, 2010
jdavis@...
Send Email Send Email
 

Community celebrations, gardening workshops, dinners, govt. meetings. Get out in this early burst of spring, enjoy, and take your pick:

 

*****

LOCAL GOVT/NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

 

LEGACY TOWN MEETING TONIGHT

 

Come Celebrate!  The Burlington Legacy Project invites you to Town Meeting, TONIGHT from 5-7:30, Contois Auditorium, City Hall to celebrate 10 years of work towards a sustainable future.  Learn how far we've come and share your ideas, hopes and dreams for Burlington 2030.  Dinner is free and entertainment provided by the BHS Jazz Band!  For information contact whines@... or jgreen@....

 

NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHT OF SUCCESS MARCH 25

 

Burlington will celebrate people and businesses that make this a great place to live, work, and/or play at the 10th Annual Neighborhood Night of Success, March 25, 5:30 – 7:30pm at Contois. This event is free and open to all Burlington residents and includes dinner, entertainment, and the program.

 

for more info: 865-7172, jdavis@...

 

NORTH END VOTER INFORMATION SUMMIT MARCH 20

NEVIS (North End Voter Information Summit) has been called by Wards 4/7 NPAs to discuss [and find solutions for] problems on Election Day related to notice, signs, and polling location logistics.

Voters are invited to work with NPA, ward and party officials, candidates and city councilors to make sure we roll out the red carpet for voters at the next election. The meeting is March 20, 10am


You can send comments or suggestions to our ward clerk in advance: Jim Couture, 863-8223.

 

HEALTH CARE INPUT REQUESTED FROM BUSINESSES

 

Sen. Doug Racine, Chair of the Senate Committee on Health and Welfare and Rep. Steve Maier, Chair of the House Committee on Health Care, invite members of the Vermont business community to a discussion on the challenges and opportunities of health care reform in Vermont. The Hearing will be March 23, 3 – 5:30pm in Room 11 in The State House in Montpelier.
Key questions to address:
1.  Vermont has a statutory goal "that all Vermonters receive affordable and appropriate health care at the appropriate time and that health care costs be contained over time."
How do we best achieve this goal?
2.  How well is the current employer-based system working?
3.  How do we control costs-medical claims as well as administrative costs?
4.  What improvements should we consider?
5.  Comments on bills being discussed this session?

For accessible entrances, see map on Statehouse web site: http://www.leg.state.vt.us/sthouse/locate1.htm

 

GOVT MEETINGS

Here is the link for a list of all Government meetings in Burlington for the week: www.ci.burlington.vt.us/events

*****

THE ARTS

 

THURSDAY NOON CONCERTS

First United Methodist Church of Burlington is hosting a series of free lunchtime Thursday concerts through April 8. Please note that on April 8, the series will close with a joyous program featuring Elisabeth Von Trapp performing her own works. All Thursday concerts are at 12:15 at the church, 21 Buell St. (at Winooski Ave).

for more info: 862-1151

 

THE UNWANTED SOUND OF EVERYTHING WE WANT

Acclaimed writer Garrett Keizer investigates the hidden political, social, and environmental

costs of that ancient phenomenon we call “noise” at a lecture on March 23, 4:00-5:30 pm in Marsh
Lounge in Billings Hall on the campus of UVM.

Noise is usually defined as unwanted sound: loud music from a neighbor, the honk of a taxicab,

the roar of a supersonic jet. But as Garret Keizer illustrates in this probing examination, noise

is as much about what we want as about what we seek to avoid. It has been a byproduct of
human striving since ancient times even as it has become a significant cause of disease in our own.

At heart, noise provides a key for understanding some of our most pressing issues, from social inequality
to climate change. The event is free and open to the public. For more info: www.uvm.edu.

 

*****

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

FREE TAX PREPARATION HELP

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites, sponsored by the IRS, are open and ready to help you. Have your taxes done for free!  We have daytime, evening and weekend hours. If you earned less than $50,000 in 2009, dial Vermont's 2-1-1 information line (just dial 2-1-1) to make an appointment at one of three convenient locations to get free help with your taxes from mid-January through April: Burlington City Hall (Downtown) , Old North End Community Action - 91 North Street Winooski, Casey Family Services - 46 Main Street. for more info: Sofia,  540-2569.

 

BUILDING YOUR CREDIT

 

Learn the details of the important and often confusing world of credit. Learn all the basics and get smart about this issue. You can improve your credit in a variety of ways and we want to help you get started. This is a two part series: Mondays, March 22 and 29, 6 – 8pm, 294 N. Winooski Ave.

For more info: 860-1417 x 104, growingmoney@...

 

SENIOR EDUCATION ON MEDICAID

 

The Heineberg Senior and Community Center is hosting a free educational seminar--Planning for Elders and Medicaid.  This popular seminar is presented by Jarrett Law Office, which focuses its practice on Estate and Elder Law.  It will include planning for disability with legal documents, avoiding guardianship, housing options for elders, how to pay for long-term care, Medicare, Medicaid and options for immediate planning when an elder is in the nursing home. The event is March 25, 1:30 – 3pm at the Heineberg Senior and Community Center, 14 Heineberg Rd. for more info and/or to register:  864-5951, http://www.VermontEstatePlanning.com

 

 

PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLIST SUMMIT MARCH 27

Local Motion and the Chittenden County Metropolitan Planning Organization -CCMPO- are sponsoring the 2010 Ped/Bike Summit, to be held March 27, 8:30am – 12:30pm, at the McCarthy Arts Center on the campus of Saint Michael’s College. At the Summit, you'll learn about progress since the 2007 Summit, engage with others on new initiatives, and get inspired by featured speaker Mary Collins, author of “American Idle”.
For the complete agenda and for more info: www.ccmpo.org/BikePed

 

FREE CERVICAL CANCER SCREENING DAY MARCH 20

The Hicks Foundation invites uninsured and underinsured Vermont Women to a FREE SCREENING FOR CERVICAL CANCER, March 20 from 9am - 1pm at Affiliates in OBGYN, 96 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT. Representatives from Ladies First and Catamount Health Care will enroll women in continuing health care programs. In addition to free cervical cancer screenings, pap tests, breast exams, and HPV vaccines are available. Interpreters, childcare, and snacks are provided. Reservations are recommended but not required. Please specify translation language needed when making appointment.

For more info and to make an appt: 658-0505,  http://www.freepap.org, emily@...

GARDENING WORKSHOP MARCH 20

 

Organic Gardening 101, a workshop for beginning and intermediate vegetable gardeners, will be held at the Robert E. Miller Community and Recreation Center on March 20 from 9:30 until noon. The workshop is cosponsored by Burlington Area Community Gardens and Friends of Burlington Gardens. Participants are encouraged to pre-register by calling Burlington Parks and Recreation at 864-0123. The workshop cost is $15 for Burlington residents and $20 for non residents. Each participant will receive free seed packets for their gardens. Door prizes will also be awarded. For more information, please contact workshop presenter Jim Flint at 861-4769 or visit http://www.burlingtongardens.org/calendar.html

 

LEARN HOW TO FINANCE SOLAR POWER FOR YOUR HOME/BUSINESS

 

DC Energy Innovations, quality installers of solar electric and wind energy systems, will be presenting a free seminar focusing on the Burlington POWER program. The  POWER program was recently approved by city voters this past Town Election Day. It is the first of its kind in Vermont. It allows the Burlington Electric Department to borrow money and loan it to city property owners (homeowners or businesses) who pay property taxes to invest in solar electric and other energy efficiency systems for their buildings. The loans are long term (up to 20 years) and at a low interest rate.

The seminar will cover basic information about solar electric systems - what they look like, how they work, how much power they produce and ballpark costs. We will then be joined by Chris Burns, from the Burlington Electric Department, who will talk about the POWER program in detail. He will discuss the goals of the POWER program, how it will work and where BED is in the process of developing it. The event is March 24, 7 – 9pm in the Draker Solar Bldg, 12-22 North St in Burlington. For more info: 363-1474, bgordesky@....

 

REINVENT YOURSELF CONFERENCE MARCH 22

The Reinvent Yourself! Conference is a FREE event targeting displaced workers. Identify transferable skills, pursue training/education, obtain financial aid, and meet 25+ hiring employers! 9:30am-3:30pm, Sheraton. http://workinvermont.org

 

*****

FUNDRAISERS

 

beCAUSE CRAFT FAIR MARCH 20

 

The beCAUSE Craft Show was created so that our local community could reach out and help many organizations that are in need through the efforts of one event, while supporting the business of local vendors. Each local vendor in the craft show is a part of a collaborative effort to support social and environmental activism on a larger scale. With this event, local artisans and businesses are supported in a grassroots effort.

The unique thing about beCAUSE is that every purchase made at the show directly supports a charity or non-profit organization. At the event on March 20 over 100 Vermont handcrafters will be selling their wares, and all of them have committed to donating 50%-100% of their profits to a charity of their choice. Come and shop from 9:30am – 4:30pm at the Ross Sports Center on the campus of St. Michael’s College. The admission price is $2 (all donated to charity). Children under 12 attend free.

 

FRIENDS OF EAST AVENUE FUNDRAISING DINNER MARCH 27

North African favorites will be served at CoHousing East’s next fundraising dinner, scheduled for March 27 at 6pm (0 East Avenue). "Friends of East Avenue"  will serve-up foods such as Falafel and Couscous.  Suggested donations of $10 - $25, more if you can. Please register by March 24! Please help us raise the funds to pay legal bills for preserving 198 East Avenue. For more info: silversneakerexc@....

 

INTEGRATED ARTS ACADEMY TO HOST SILENT AUCTION MARCH 27

The 2nd annual Savory Tea / Coffee and Silent Auction is scheduled for March 27 from 2-5pm at the Integrated Arts Academy (formally HO Wheeler). Come listen to wonderful live entertainment, have a bite to eat, and bid on items in our incredible Silent Auction. For more info: Kathy Mathis, 316-6186.

 

PROM DO-OVER APRIL 3

Do you want another chance to go to the prom? Support a local theatre company by attending this fabulous new event: “Prom Do-Over”, April 3, 8 – midnight at the Burlington Elks Club. For more info: http://www.heatandhotwater.com.

 

*****

SPORTS/RECREATION


BHS WOMENS GOLF TEAM NEEDS CLUBS

 

The BHS Womens’ Golf team was recently granted “varsity” status after four years as a “club” sport. The group has quite a few beginners and is therefore in-need of equipment. The team is accepting donations or loans of women's clubs.  If you don't play any more, or if you won't play until June, please consider letting the student hopefuls use your clubs, which may be gathering dust in the garage anyway. These need not be new, nor full sets.  A bag, a driver, a few irons, and a putter would be a great. If you can help, please contact coach Andrew Mack at: amack@....

 

DJ SKATE AT LEDDY ARENA MARCH 20

 

Enjoy a fun night on the ice and skate to the musical sounds of a rockin’ DJ at Leddy Park’s Ice Arena on March 20, 8:15 – 10pm, $5/person + rentals. For more info: www.enjoyburlington.com.

 

*****

MISC. AND OTHER COOL STUFF

 

NEW COMMUNITY GRANTS AVAILABLE

 

AARP is pleased to announce a Community Action Sponsorship program as part of the Burlington Livable Community Project. This program will provide funding to Burlington neighborhood groups and small non-profits for projects that advance the recommendations in the BLCP report http://www.blcp.org/assets/files/GreatCity.pdf.

 

I have attached the RFP, application, and news release for your information. We will select three groups for one-year funding in the range of $500-$2,000 each. Deadline for applications is May 6, 2010. Information on the sponsorship program along with a downloadable RFP and application can be found at www.blcp.org.

 

For more info please contact Jennifer Wallace Brodeur at 951-1313 or jwbrodeur@....

 

BURLINGTON FARMERS MARKET MARCH 20

The winter farmer’s market is open for business on March 20 from 10am-2pm in Memorial Auditorium (250 Main St. Burlington, VT).  Come and shop for local produce, baked goods, and other crafts and delectables.

 

'THE GARDEN' DOCUMENTARY SHOWING MARCH 20

“The Garden”, a 2008 Academy Award nominated documentary by Scott Hamilton Kennedy, will be shown on Saturday, March 20 at 7:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 21 Buell Street, in Burlington. A community potluck supper in the church's Fellowship Hall precedes the film at 6:00 p.m. Potluck participants are asked to bring a dish to share and place setting. The Garden follows the struggle of a group of urban community gardeners as they fight to save the 14-acre South Central Farm in Los Angeles from being bulldozed. The film is unrated and contains brief strong language. The movie showing is cosponsored by the FUMC Justice and Social Concerns Committee and Friends of Burlington Gardens. Admission is free. for more info: Jim Flint, 861-4769, http://www.burlingtongardens.org

 

Exterior Paint Grants

 

The City of Burlington, Community & Economic Development Office is offering exterior paint grants for the 2010 painting season to property owners and tenants in the Old North End, King Street Neighborhood, and the Lakeside Community. For property eligibility and to view the Housing Program Target Neighborhood Map go to http://www.cedoburlington.org/housing/programs_and_services/exterior_paint_grants.htm or contact Lisa Chicoine at CEDO at 802-865-7183.

 

NEPALI DINNER

 

Come to the table for a Nepali Community Dinner: Friday, March 19, at the Sustainability Academy Cafeteria from 6-7:30 pm. FREE. Enjoy a menu that includes: Rice Pulao, Mixed Vegetable Curry, Chicken Curry, Tomato Achar (Chutney), and Custard. For more info: Ming at 310-1853.


'TURN MY LAWN INTO A GARDEN' CONTEST

The Chittenden County Lawn to Garden Campaign wants to help you transform your lawn or unused yard space into a vibrant, productive foodscape!

Enter the "Turn My Lawn Into A Garden" essay contest for a chance to win everything you need to create your very own garden: a soil test, compost or raised bed mix from Intervale Compost Products, raised bed materials (if applicable), seeds from High Mowing Organic Seeds, transplants from Red Wagon Plants, and a garden cart from Gardener's Supply Company. A Lawn to Garden crew will even help install your garden and provide support throughout the growing season!
Everyone who submits an essay will receive coupons for terrific discounts on compost, seeds, plants, and garden tools from local businesses AND be entered in monthly drawing for lots of great prizes.

To enter, write an essay (1,000 words max) explaining why you and your yard are the best candidates for the grand prize lawn-to-garden transformation. No gardening experience is necessary, but you must be committed to sustaining the garden through the growing season.

The contest is open to all Chittenden County residents. All entries must be typed and include a name, address, and daytime phone number. The landowner will be required to sign a release of liability as a condition to receive the prize. The contest deadline is 5 p.m. Monday, April 12. Entries may be e-mailed to lawntogarden@... or mailed to Lawn to Garden Contest, Intervale Compost Products, 282 Intervale Road, Burlington, VT 05401.

The Chittenden County Lawn to Garden Campaign is an Intervale Compost Products initiative in partnership with Chittenden Solid Waste District, Burlington Permaculture, Grow Team O.N.E., Gardener's Supply Company, High Mowing Organic Seeds, and Red Wagon Plants. For more information and the complete contest rules, go to http://www.intervalecompost.net or call 660-4949.

 

ETHAN ALLEN: INFIDEL OR DEIST?

 

Although Ethan Allen's "Bible", Reason the Only Oracle of Man (1784), was not a commercial success, it was a work he took pride in writing. It is recognized as the first anti-Christian book published in the United States. The author clearly produced it to start a rumble with organized religion of his day. With the benefit of more than two hundred years of hindsight, the book no longer seems very radical. Ethan Allen was not an infidel in the sense of having no faith. His faith was the same as many of our founding fathers: Franklin, Jefferson and Washington. It is a faith known as Deism, and, it is found today among millions of "un-churched" people around the world. Learn more about Allen’s beliefs on March 21 at 2pm at the Ethan Allen Homestead in Burlington.

 

BEN & JERRY’S FREE CONE DAY MARCH 23

 

It's that time of the year again! Free Cone Day is quickly approaching. It has been moved up to March 23rd this year instead of April.  The crew will be scooping from 12pm-8pm.

 

 

MAPLE WEEK AT UVM LIBRARIES

Maple Madness: A Week of Celebration at the UVM Libraries
The University of Vermont Libraries are celebrating the creation of a new Maple Syrup Research Website (http://library.uvm.edu/maple) with a week of programs, exhibits, and food, beginning March 28. The website is a comprehensive subject guide in the field of maple syrup, including historical publications and photographs related to maple syrup research at the University of Vermont.

Cook Maple, Win Prizes
A Maple Cook-Off will be held at UVM's Davis Center on March 28th , from 4 to 6PM, featuring a buffet of maple delicacies, music by acoustic trio The Growlers, maple displays, children's activities, and prizes of gift certificates to local eateries (awarded by food critics, activists, and producers).  The event is free and open to the public.  For more information or to register: http://maplecookoff.eventbrite.com 

For more information on other events for the week: 656-9980

 

COMING ATTRACTIONS

 

PARENTS INVITED TO DISCUSSION ON CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT

 

Dr. David Walsh is the author of nine books, including the national best seller Why Do They Act That Way? A Survival Guide to the Adolescent Brain for You and Your Teen.   He has appeared on NBC's Today Show, Good Morning America, The CBS Early Show, The News Hour with Jim Lehrer, Dateline NBC, ABC's 20/20 and National Public Radio's All Things Considered and Morning Edition.  He has been the recipient of numerous awards including the Council on Family Relation's Friend of the Family Award.

 

Dr. Walsh will blend humor, warmth, scientific substance, and practical advice. He will help parents to understand the adolescent brain and why a parent’s role is so crucial in your child’s development and in particular the role of substance use on teen development.

 

This event is March 31, 6:30 – 8pm at the Burlington High School Auditorium and is FREE and open to the public.  Childcare will be available by Burlington High School students with reservations in advance.  RSVP for childcare to Danielle Spaulding, 864-2148 or dspauldi@...

 

CHAMPLAIN COLLGE TO HOST JOB FAIR

 

Champlain College is excited to bring some of the state’s leading employers to campus on March 29, from 1:30 until 5:30pm  for the Spring 2010 Job Fair which will be held in the Gymnasium within the IDX Student Life Center, 262 South Willard Street, Burlington.  This year’s Fair is co-sponsored by the Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Vermont Department of Labor and the Vermont Human Resource Association.  We anticipate that participating organizations will offer varied full-time, part-time and seasonal positions as well as internships.  The event is open to ALL job seekers!  For additional information about the Fair and a list of participating employers, visit the Career Services web site: www.champlain.edu/career-services.html  Since parking on campus is limited, we recommend that those planning to attend the Fair walk, use public transportation or car pool.

 

HYDE STREET DOME PROJECT UNVEILED APRIL 10

 

Join Neighbors, students and the VSA Arts of Vermont community artists as we come together under the beautiful new stained glass and steel ONEder Dome designed to invite new and creative uses if the Hyde Street triangle park in Burlington. The ONEder Done installation party will be April 10 from 2 – 4:00pm. There will be food and entertainment.

 

INDIVIDUALS TO BE HONORED FOR WORK IN PREVENTION

 

The Burlington Partnership for a Healthy Community is Burlington's only substance abuse prevention focused coalition.  On Monday April 12 the Partnership will  host the 2nd Annual "Roots of Prevention" Award Ceremony and breakfast Buffet, which recognizes individuals, programs and organizations who have positively impacted substance abuse prevention in Burlington by providing opportunities and activities for our community members. This is an exciting event for the city of Burlington and the recipients of these substance abuse prevention awards. 

For more info: 324-3841 or pattibphc@...

CITZENSHIP INFO SESSIONS

 

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, in partnership with the State Refugee Office, the Fletcher Free Library and the Winooski Coalition for a Safe and Peaceful Community, is offering two information sessions on the naturalization / citizenship process in April 2010. 

 

Target audience:  Permanent residents, educators and service providers working with new populations and interested in learning about the citizenship process and the resource materials available to them through the government.

 

These sessions are for permanent residents (LPRs) interested in learning more about the process of applying for naturalization, including people who may not be in contact with traditional immigrant-service providing organizations.  We need to think outside the box when we spread the word!  Potential participants could be a neighbor or co-worker who has been living in the U.S. for decades and has not applied for naturalization or someone who will be eligible to apply soon (permanent residents can usually apply for citizenship 5 years after obtaining permanent residence).  for more info: 241-2229

 

*****

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON IS HIRING

 

For info on openings within the city: www.hrjobs.ci.burlington.vt.us

Please note that seasonal positions with the Parks and Rec. Dept. are now posted.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


#1085 From: Jenny Davis <jdavis@...>
Date: Thu Mar 25, 2010 5:30 pm
Subject: The Neighborhood BUZZ for March 25, 2010
jdavis@...
Send Email Send Email
 

We hope you can all join us for the Neighborhood Night of Success TONIGHT, 5:30 - 7:30 at Contois (see below). There will be more than 50 of your neighbors recognized for their service to Burlington - good stuff!

 

Enjoy the week's other offerings as well:

 

*****

LOCAL GOVT/NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

 

CELEBRATE YOUR NEIGHBORS TONIGHT

 

Neighborhood Night of Success is an opportunity for the community to come together, celebrate, and recognize the good works of neighbors in their efforts to make Burlington a great place to live, work, and play. This 10th annual event will be TONIGHT, 5:30 – 7:30pm at Contois Auditorium in City Hall and is free and open to all residents of Burlington. Join your neighbors for dinner, family-friendly entertainment, and the recognition ceremony.

 

BURLINGTON FOR GOOGLE FIBER


Google recently announced a plan to establish a fiber network in one or more trial locations across the country.  Google's intent is to deliver Internet speeds more than 100 times faster than what most Americans have access to today, over 1 gigabit per second, fiber-to-the-home connections.  Google is accepting responses from interested municipalities through a Request for Information (RFI) process, with a deadline for responses of March 26. The City will be submitting an RFI to see whether Google is interested in coming to Burlington.  Submission of an RFI does not bind the City to anything, but it will allow for potential exploration of a partnership with Google that could have substantial benefits for Burlington.

Residents who want to support the RFI can submit their own community nomination for Burlington  at: http://www.google.com/appserve/fiberrfi/public/options.  You can also become a Facebook fan of Burlington for Google Fiber.  For more information go to http://www.googleinburlington.org/ or http://www.ci.burlington.vt.us/mayor/google/.

 

SUBMIT YOUR IDEAS TO CHANNEL 17

Channel 17/ Town Meeting TV will negotiate a new contract with Comcast Cable this year. Attend this March 25 meeting (tonight) from 6 - 7:30 p.m. at Channel 17 Studios to weigh in on the government access TV services you want to preserve and new ideas on opening the door to local government.

Community leaders and all interested people are invited to attend this evening meeting (6 - 7:30 p.m.) to weigh in on Channel 17 services and programs as we move into the next 3 to 5 or more years. Join citizens, activists and government officials to discuss the resources necessary to support the meaningful discussion of public issues and enable public participation on local issues? Do community media serve your needs today? What new ideas do you have to share? For more info: 862-3966 x16

EARTH HOUR MARCH 27

Turn off your lights on Saturday, March 27, from 8:30-9:30pm to acknowledge “Earth Hour”. The Statehouse, along with buildings all over the U.S. and the world, will turn off non-essential lighting to acknowledge our shared concerns about global climate change. For more info (and a moving video of past Earth Hours), check out http://www.EarthHour.org

GOVT MEETINGS

Here is the link for a list of all Government meetings in Burlington for the week: www.ci.burlington.vt.us/events

*****

THE ARTS

 

THURSDAY NOON CONCERTS

First United Methodist Church of Burlington announces the third annual series of free Thursday noonday concerts. 
This third year of free community concerts will continue every Thursday until April 8.  
for more info: 862-1151

 

CHAMPLAIN HOSTS AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR TED CONOVER MARCH 26

Please join the Communication & Creative Media Division in welcoming National Book Critics Circle Award-winning author Ted Conover to campus on March 26, 3:00, in the Hauke Conference Center on the campus of Champlain, 375 Maple St.

Conover will read from "The Routes of Man: How Roads are Changing the World and the Way We Live Today," and will take questions from students, members of the faculty and the public about "Routes of Man," his other books, and his approach to researching and writing as a leading author in the popular field of creative non-fiction.
For more info: cgreenhouse@....

 

DANCE CONCERT MARCH 25-27

The UVM Dance Program presents: “Dancing UpHill 2010”  on March 25-27,  8:00pm and March 27, 2:00 in the
Mann Gymnasium (Trinity Campus), Tickets $10 (cash/check only).
Featuring performances by UVM dance students and original choreography by various faculty and artists. for more info:  656-2295.

 

*****

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

 

PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLIST SUMMIT MARCH 27

Local Motion and the Chittenden County Metropolitan Planning Organization are sponsoring the 2010 Pedestrian/Bike Summit, to be held March 27 from 8:30am – 12:45pm at the McCarthy Arts Center on the campus of St. Michael’s College. At the Summit, you'll learn about progress since the 2007 Summit, engage with others on new initiatives, and get inspired by featured speaker Mary Collins, author of American Idle. With your support we will continue to improve walking and biking throughout our communities. For more info and for the agenda: www.ccmpo.org

 

2010 CENSUS ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE

Have you filled out and mailed back your 2010 Census questionnaire? For the next few weeks, a Questionnaire Assistance Center (QAC) representative is available at the Community Health Center of Burlington (Riverside Dr) to answer questions about completing the questionnaire, provide special language assistance and answer general questions about the Census.  If you need a new form because yours was lost or you did not receive one, you may pick one up the CHCB.  Census forms are also available in a variety of languages at the CHCB.

A QAC representative will be available at the CHCB during the following days and times:
Mondays, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (except April 5)
Thursdays, from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Assistance will be available through April 19.

For more information about the Census, or to access the Census Bureau’s Questions-and-Answers about the Census, go to http://www.census.gov

 

COMMUNITY TEACHING GARDEN DEADLINE APRIL 2

 

The Community Teaching Garden at Ethan Allen Homestead is now accepting applications for its Class of 2010. The 22-week hands-on organic gardening and service-learning program teaches the basic skills of planting, cultivating, harvesting, and preserving.

 

Classes are held Monday and Thursday evenings from May 3 through September 27. The basic course fee is $200, which includes 44 class sessions, use of a 4 foot by 20 foot organic raised bed, seeds, plants, special events, access to tools, and all the fresh delicious vegetables participants can grow and eat.

 

Scholarships covering up to half of the course fee are available for people in limited income situations. The application deadline for Burlington area participants is April 2 for early admission. The class has a maximum size of 22 participants.

 

To learn more about the Community Teaching Garden and download an application form, please visit:

http://www.burlingtongardens.org/outreach.html

SMALL GROUP FRENCH CLASSES


Small Group French Class for Advanced Beginners and Beyond on Wednesday Evenings 6-7:30 pm, strting March 31. Fee:  $150 for 8 week at the Wingspan Painting Studio, Burlington
The instructor will be Maggie Standley who has lived, studied and worked in Paris, France and Yaounde, Cameroon and has been offering encouraging classes and private lessons for 20 years. Maggie provides various learning modalities, works with a helpful text book, facilitates opportunities for spreading your conversational wings and unfortunately stresses that some memorization is required. for more info: 233-7676, maggiestandley@...

 

*****

FUNDRAISERS

 

CITY ARTS TO HOST DANCE-A-THON APRIL 17

The Dance-A-Thon is a fundraiser for Burlington City Arts and a celebration of the individuals in our community who help make our efforts possible. Teams and individuals raise money in the weeks leading up to the Dance-A-Thon to be sponsored to dance. The Dance-a-thon is a way to show your support for BCA and help raise funds and awareness for our children's art education programs. For more info: http://www.burlingtoncityarts.com/events

 

ROBIN HOOD AND MAID MARIAN AT CP SMITH MARCH 26

CP  Smith students have been working hard with Very Merry Theatre directors over the last three months and they can't wait to perform the musical Robin Hood and Maid Marian on F March 26 at 6:30 pm at Hunt Middle School Auditorium.  Local parents will play live music for the production which lasts about an hour.  Please become the audience for our children and enjoy a night out in our neighborhood!  Suggested donations at the door $2 for adults, $1 for children to support the CP Smith PTO.

 

FRIENDS OF EAST AVENUE FUNDRAISING DINNER MARCH 27

North African favorites will be served at CoHousing East’s next fundraising dinner, scheduled for March 27 at 6pm (0 East Avenue). "Friends of East Avenue"  will serve-up foods such as Falafel and Couscous.  Suggested donations of $10 - $25, more if you can. Please register by March 24! Please help us raise the funds to pay legal bills for preserving 198 East Avenue. For more info: silversneakerexc@....

 

INTEGRATED ARTS ACADEMY SILENT AUCTION MARCH 27


The PTO at The Integrated Arts Academy will host a Silent Auction on  March 27 from 1-4pm. There are loads of great items that will be up for bid including a bash badge to Smuggler's Notch, $165 gift cert. to Burlington City Arts, 2 tickets to the African Children's Choir at the Flynn Center and much, much more!

 

JUNIOR IRON CHEFS COMPETITION MARCH 27

They've been seasoning their skillets, sharpening their knives, heating up their school kitchens, and on Saturday March 27, 60 teams of Middle and High School students from across the state compete for the title of Vermont's Jr. Iron Chefs! The event is being held at the Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction, VT from 9:30 am-3:30 pm. The teams of 3-5 students each have 90 minutes to create a delicious dish using seasonal, local foods, which can be easily prepared for school food service menus. Celebrity judges will sample each dish, judging them on taste, best/greatest use of local ingredients, creativity, and feasibility of using the recipes as part of school food menus.

The Jr Iron Chef VT Competition has something for everyone! Spectators are invited to enjoy games, fun activities for children, awesome t-shirts and gifts, food samples, and information about farming and food education, while supporting their hometown teams. Entry fee is $3 for individuals and $5.00 for a family; children under 3 years of age are admitted free. All proceeds from the event will support VT Food Education Every Day (VT FEED) and the Burlington School Food Project in their efforts to strengthen Farm to School programs across the state, supporting the health of families and farms in our communities.

 

*****

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

TREE HARVEST AT INTERVALE CONSERVATION NURSERY

The Intervale Conservation Nursery will host its annual spring harvest and needs your help.  If you have ever wondered what it is like to be a tree farmer now is your chance to find out.  The Intervale Conservation Nursery is a non-profit organization that grows native riparian trees and shrubs (such as willow, silver maple, red maple, ash, etc).  These trees are distributed across the state of Vermont to be used in conservation projects that stabilize shorelines, improve water quality, and provide wildlife habitat.

We must harvest our trees after the ground has thawed but before the trees leaf out.  This gives us approximately two weeks to harvest 40,000 trees!

To complete the harvest WE NEED YOUR HELP!  If you enjoy volunteering, need to earn City Market Member hours, want to learn more about the nursery, or simply like getting dirty come join the annual ICN tree harvest.  Volunteers are asked to commit to either a half day or a full day if possible. The tentative timeline for harvesting will be the week of March 29. If you are interested, please contact lynn@..., 999-0771

 

*****

MISC. AND OTHER COOL STUFF

 

BURLINGTON EGGSTRAVAGANZA MARCH 27

Bring the family to Oakledge Park on March 27 for Burlington's 8th Annual EGGSTRAVAGANZA, an 'eggcellent' free event! The egg hunt starts at 11am, with over 10,000 plastic eggs scattered across the park's open fields. Enjoy complimentary refreshments, cookie decorating, an egg-decorating contest, and of course the Egg Hunt Bunny, Chicken and Maurice the Moose!

Decorate eggs at home with your family and bring them to the EGGSTRAVAGANZA by 11AM to be judged in the egg-decorating contest. Fun prizes will be awarded to participants for most original, wackiest, and most colorful egg in each age group. So get decorating and bring in a winner!
for more info: enjoyburlington.com

 

BURLINGTON PAVING UPDATES ON TWITTER


The Public Works Department has started a Twitter account to keep people updated on paving projects. Become a fan and sign up to http://twitter.com/btvstreets for the updates.  Thank you to DPW for initiating this effort.

 

SOME SPRING REMINDERS

These safety tips are from Office Mike Hemond from the BPD:

With the warm weather approaching, I wanted to take a minute to put out some reminders for preventing some types of theft. Statistically, thefts occur through open windows, and unlocked windows and doors - so remember to lock your windows and doors when no one is home or during the night. Most modern windows have locks in them that allow them to be locked while half-open to allow for ventilation, so it's not a bad idea to move the screen to the upper portion and leave the top part open as opposed to the bottom. Not only does it keep cats and smaller dogs from pushing through the screen and getting out, it deters unwanted people from pushing through the screen and reaching in. This of course applies to cars as well.

Along those same lines, spring is planting season! Our website (http://www.bpdvt.org) has a great presentation on burglary prevention, and in that presentation is a listing of naturally prickly plants that go well outside windows. They look great and tend to keep people from wanting to push into them to get near your windows. Mother Nature's the original inventor of that kind of thing - and once it's planted it never needs much maintenance. Some you can even clip and the clippings will sprout into new plants - free for your friends and neighbors, so you can't go wrong there.

Finally, it never hurts to take a few minutes to make a list of serial numbers of your valuables; your iPod, your laptop, all those little things that you might leave in your car or on your countertop. They tend to be popular with those people who tend to get arrested for theft, and those serial numbers are the often the only way I can differentiate your silver iPod from the other thousands of silver iPods that Apple made. Not to mention, if I have the serial number, I can enter it into our records system in the event it goes missing (even if you only lose it) so that if it turns up months down the road - we can get it back to you.

 

PARENTS INVITED TO DISCUSSION ON CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT

 

Dr. David Walsh is the author of nine books, including the national best seller Why Do They Act That Way? A Survival Guide to the Adolescent Brain for You and Your Teen.   He has appeared on NBC's Today Show, Good Morning America, The CBS Early Show, The News Hour with Jim Lehrer, Dateline NBC, ABC's 20/20 and National Public Radio's All Things Considered and Morning Edition.  He has been the recipient of numerous awards including the Council on Family Relation's Friend of the Family Award.

 

Dr. Walsh will blend humor, warmth, scientific substance, and practical advice. He will help parents to understand the adolescent brain and why a parent’s role is so crucial in your child’s development and in particular the role of substance use on teen development.

 

This event is March 31, 6:30 – 8pm at the Burlington High School Auditorium and is FREE and open to the public.  Childcare will be available by Burlington High School students with reservations in advance.  RSVP for childcare to Danielle Spaulding, 864-2148 or dspauldi@...

 

CHAMPLAIN COLLGE TO HOST JOB FAIR

 

Champlain College is excited to bring some of the state’s leading employers to campus on March 29, from 1:30 until 5:30pm  for the Spring 2010 Job Fair which will be held in the Gymnasium within the IDX Student Life Center, 262 South Willard Street, Burlington.  This year’s Fair is co-sponsored by the Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Vermont Department of Labor and the Vermont Human Resource Association.  We anticipate that participating organizations will offer varied full-time, part-time and seasonal positions as well as internships.  The event is open to ALL job seekers!  For additional information about the Fair and a list of participating employers, visit the Career Services web site: www.champlain.edu/career-services.html  Since parking on campus is limited, we recommend that those planning to attend the Fair walk, use public transportation or car pool.

 

HYDE STREET DOME PROJECT UNVEILED APRIL 10

 

Join Neighbors, students and the VSA Arts of Vermont community artists as we come together under the beautiful new stained glass and steel ONEder Dome designed to invite new and creative uses if the Hyde Street triangle park in Burlington. The ONEder Done installation party will be April 10 from 2 – 4:00pm. There will be food and entertainment.

 

HEALTHY GREEN LAWN LABS PROJECT

The Burlington Board of Health has teamed up with UVM Extension Agronomist Sid Bosworth and launched the "Healthy Green Lawn Labs" project.  The "kick off" was outlined in an extensive article by Candace Page of the Burlington Free Press on February 28th:

http://www.burlingtonfreepress.com/article/20100228/LIVING09/100226025/Campaign-targets-lawn-weedkillers-pesticides

Two Burlington property owners committed to STEP away from lawn care chemicals will be selected to participate in this demonstration project and receive FREE lawn care products and sustainable lawn care guidance. Participants will help to create a healthier environment for all in the community.
Are you interested in being considered to be one of the participating Burlington property owners? Are you acquainted with Burlington property owners (family, friends, business associates) who would be interested?
Registration is easy and available on line -  go to: http://www.ci.burlington.vt.us/health/healthylawnshealthylives
The deadline for registration is April 1.


*****

COMING ATTRACTIONS

 

INDIVIDUALS TO BE HONORED FOR WORK IN PREVENTION

 

The Burlington Partnership for a Healthy Community is Burlington's only substance abuse prevention focused coalition.  On Monday April 12 the Partnership will  host the 2nd Annual "Roots of Prevention" Award Ceremony and breakfast Buffet, which recognizes individuals, programs and organizations who have positively impacted substance abuse prevention in Burlington by providing opportunities and activities for our community members. This year’s honorees are Larry Walters, Henri Sparks, Kathy Olwell, and Matt Young. For more info: 324-3841 or pattibphc@....

 

*****

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON IS HIRING

 

For info on openings within the city: www.hrjobs.ci.burlington.vt.us


#1086 From: Jenny Davis <jdavis@...>
Date: Thu Apr 1, 2010 12:40 pm
Subject: The Neighborhood BUZZ for April 1, 2010
jdavis@...
Send Email Send Email
 

Have a Happy Spring Weekend!

 

*****

LOCAL GOVT/NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

 

CENSUS DAY ON THE MARKET PLACE TODAY

Join us on the Church Street Marketplace TODAY to celebrate Census Day April 1 from noon – 3:00pm,
with contests, entertainment, freebies, crafts and more. Schools, businesses, individuals, etc. – all are

invited to attend!

Check out our wheels: Visit our census vehicle “Democracy” -- one of 13 Portrait of America Road Tour

vehicles touring the nation to increase census awareness and participation. This unique multimedia 

van will be on the  Marketplace only for one day. Explore its interactive exhibits.  Test your census

knowledge. Record a special message on our video cameras. Before you visit, check out the vehicle on the

Census Road Tour Web site at: http://2010.census.gov/2010census/roadtour/.

 

DEMOCRATIC GUBERNATORIAL FORUM

The Democratic Committees of South Burlington and Shelburne are sponsoring a Forum for the Democratic Candidates for Governor. The forum will take place Monday, April 12, 2010, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at the Shelburne Town Hall, 5420 Shelburne Road, Shelburne. For more info: 985-8460, aria@..., or 864-8206, kmryder@...

 

HELP CLEAN-UP BATTERY PARK CLIFFS THIS SATURDAY


Spring clean-up has started along the cliffs at Battery Park. From 1-3pm on April 3 join a group that will be cleaning up between Pearl St and Cherry St. Please wear sturdy shoes and clothing for scrambling up and down through brush along a steep incline. For more info and to RSVP: aliciantodd@... or 825-5076. The group will meet at the Pearl St Fountain at 1pm.

 

NEIGHBORHOOD PLANNING ASSEMBLIES IN WARDS 2, 3 and 6 TO MEET APRIL 8

 

Neighborhood Planning Assemblies are grass-roots, neighborhood organizations that were established in each of Burlington's seven Wards to encourage citizen participation in City government. The NPA meeting in your Ward provides a great way to get involved in neighborhood and city issues and make your opinions heard.

 

The Ward 6 NPA will meet on April 8 at 7pm at the Greek Orthodox Church, 600 S. Willard St.

The NPA for Wards 2/3 will meet on April 8 for a community dinner at 5:30, NPA to convene at 6:30, McClure MultiGen Center, 241 N. Winooski Ave.

 

To see the agendas for the above Assemblies and/or to learn more: 865-7172, http://www.cedoburlington.org/neighborhoods/npa/npas1.htm



GOVT MEETINGS

Here is the link for a list of all Government meetings in Burlington for the week: www.ci.burlington.vt.us/events

*****

THE ARTS

 

CITY ARTS TO HOST NEW EXHIBIT “PILGRIMAGE”

Burlington artist Sally Linder’s work explores the experience of arduous, elaborate, mystical and cultural journeys and creates bodies of work in reaction to them. These projects have included spending a month alone in a remote cave in the canyon land of Utah, living with the Dayaks, Antandroy, and Bakweri tribes in the jungles of Borneo, Madagascar, and Cameroon, and traveling to the informal settlements around Johannesburg, South Africa. The exhibit will run from April 2 – May 1. Join the artist for a talk and reception on April 9 from 5 – 8pm.

For more info: http://www.burlingtoncityarts.com.

 

HOWARD ZINN'S 'MARX IN SOHO' PERFORMANCE APRIL 2

As a tribute to the late Howard Zinn, Haymarket Books presents: “Marx in Soho”, performed by Brian Jones. The event is in the Billings Lecture Hall on the Main Green of the UVM campus. April 2 at 7pm.

 

Zinn's Marx in Soho is a witty and insightful answer to the question, "If Karl Marx could see the world today, what would he say?" Teacher, actor, and activist, Brian Jones has been performing this play all over the country since 1999. The play will run approximately 75 minutes with no intermission. Free and open to the public, this production is co-sponsored by the First Friday Forum, a monthly gathering of readers of the International Socialist Review, and the UVM English Department's Buckham Fund. For more info: http://www.marxinsoho.com.

ELISABETH VON TRAPP PERFORMS APRIL 8

 

Elisabeth von Trapp will present a varied and joyous program in a free concert featuring her own songs at First United Methodist Church on April 8 at 12:15, South Winooski at Buell Street, Burlington, VT.  For more info: 862-1151.

 

*****

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

 

NATURAL PLAYGROUND OPEN HOUSE TONIGHT


Burlington Residents will soon have access to a natural playground in their parks. Come and find out what that means at our Open House, this Thursday April 1, 4 pm to 7pm at 645 Pine Street. Stop by to see images, ask questions or sign up to volunteer.  If you are not able to make it but are interested in knowing more or offering feedback, contact Anna Thelemarck, Park Planner with the Department of Parks and Recreation.  865-7248 or athelemarck@...

 

CULTURAL DIVERSITY SERIES

 

The next Cultural Diversity Series presentation is on the Bosnians in Vermont.  The event is on April 7, at the Fletcher Free Library from 4:00 to 5:30 PM.  Nijaza Semic, who is from Bosnia and works at the Burlington School District will be the presenter.  Everyone is invited.  Service providers should not miss this opportunity to increase the cultural knowledge of your staff and their ability to serve the largest group of refugees resettled in Vermont. According to data, there were over 1,700 Bosnians resettled in VT and the community has no doubt increased by births and further immigration. 

 

CO-PARENTING WORKSHOPS

 

The VNA Family Room is sponsoring a Cooperative Parenting through Divorce or Separation Workshop Series that will discuss changing families and effective ways to co-parent.  FREE!  At the VNA Family Room (20 Allen Street, Burlington), dinner offered at 5:00pm, sessions from 5:30-7:30pm, limited childcare available for children under 6. April 13: Commitment to Caring and Loving Both Parents, April 20: Changing my Role and Emotions, May 4: Make it Better or Keep it Bitter, Dealing with Conflict, May 11: Negotiating Agreements, Co-Parenting is Forever. 

To register or for more info: 860-4420, ext 3112.

 

NORTHEAST RURAL SUMMIT APRIL 12-13

The 2010 Northeast Rural Summit: “Generating Rural Innovation and Regional Partnership” will be April 12 and 13 at the Burlington Hilton Hotel.

Join national and regional USDA leaders, state agency leaders, non-profit and business leaders from throughout the northeastern United States for two days of strategic planning around four crucial directions for the rural northeast:

- Food Systems: Local Foods Development and Regional Foods Systems
- Energy: Advancing Efficiency, Generation and Fuel Development
- Broadband: Global Opportunities & Rural Lifestyles
- Rural Economic Development: Investment in Innovation

The Summit is designed to share best regional and place-based practices and build strategic partnerships among state Rural Development offices and rural leadership organizations throughout the region. For more info and to register: http://guest.cvent.com/EVENTS/Info/Summary.aspx?eCbed2ae-c1ff-4f7a-aa31-333f86fc1d24

(congrats to Front Porch Forum for being recognized on the first day of the Summit).

 

2010 CENSUS ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE

Have you filled out and mailed back your 2010 Census questionnaire? For the next few weeks, a Questionnaire Assistance Center (QAC) representative is available at the Community Health Center of Burlington (Riverside Dr) to answer questions about completing the questionnaire, provide special language assistance and answer general questions about the Census.  If you need a new form because yours was lost or you did not receive one, you may pick one up the CHCB.  Census forms are also available in a variety of languages at the CHCB.

A QAC representative will be available at the CHCB during the following days and times:
Mondays, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (except April 5)
Thursdays, from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Assistance will be available through April 19.

For more information about the Census, or to access the Census Bureau’s Questions-and-Answers about the Census, go to http://www.census.gov

 

COMMUNITY TEACHING GARDEN DEADLINE APRIL 2

 

The Community Teaching Garden at Ethan Allen Homestead is now accepting applications for its Class of 2010. The 22-week hands-on organic gardening and service-learning program teaches the basic skills of planting, cultivating, harvesting, and preserving.

 

Classes are held Monday and Thursday evenings from May 3 through September 27. The basic course fee is $200, which includes 44 class sessions, use of a 4 foot by 20 foot organic raised bed, seeds, plants, special events, access to tools, and all the fresh delicious vegetables participants can grow and eat.

 

Scholarships covering up to half of the course fee are available for people in limited income situations. The application deadline for Burlington area participants is April 2 for early admission. The class has a maximum size of 22 participants.

 

To learn more about the Community Teaching Garden and download an application form, please visit:

http://www.burlingtongardens.org/outreach.html

 

*****

FUNDRAISERS

 

PIZZA KITS FOR SALE

The Spanish Club at BHS is selling pizza kits and cookie dough to help with their fundraising efforts. If you would like a pizza kit, please email Advisor Ms. Yaranga at gyaranga@.... Three large pizzas in every kit plus all the fixings. Cookie dough makes up to 60 cookies.
Pepperoni Pizza: $18.50, Whole Wheat: $17.50, Chocolate Chip cookie dough: $16.00, Peanut Butter choc. chip dough: $16.00, Oatmeal raisin cookie dough: $16.00.

 

MAPLE CELEBRATION BRUNCH APRIL 3

Come and celebrate the end of Maple Sugaring season at Rock Point School on April 3. Tour the new sugar house and see the sap to syrup process underway.  Explore the woods and the RPS property. Open (sugar) house begins at 10am.
Brunch at 11am.  There will be pancakes, waffles, sausages, eggs, fruit, baked goods, anything and everything you can put maple syrup on! Cost is $3 for children and $5 for adults.  All proceeds go into the Maple Sugaring Program at Rock Point School.

To RSVP and for more info: 863-1104 ext 16, cblend@rockpoint.

 

FEELGOOD BENEFIT CONCERT APRIL 3

You are invited to FeelGood's third annual benefit concert.  FeelGood is an innovative student-run non-profit organization ending world hunger one grilled cheese at a time.  FeelGood is hosting a show in the UVM Davis Center's Silver Maple Ballroom on April 3, doors open at 7pm.  Entertainment will include Ray Vega’s Latin-Jazz Ensemble, Salsa and Swing Society, Orchesis Dance Company. Tickets are a $5 donation to The Hunger Project, FeelGood's partner organization.  All are welcome!  For more info: rbrubens@...


VNA FASHION SHOW AND LUNCHEON APRIL 7

The VNA Spring Blooms Fashion Show & Luncheon will be April 7 from 11:30-1:30 at the Davis Center, UVM.
Make your reservation soon. Seats are $50

Enjoy a lovely lunch as well as spring fashions provided by SportStyle, Brooks Brothers and designer Ava Bishop. Some of the fabulous models include: UVM Men's Basketball Coach Mike Lonergan, Folk Singer Diane Zeigler, Major General Michael Dubie, Marilyn Cormier, VNA Board member Jim Madison and UVM Senior Alison O'Connor.

All proceeds from this event go directly to the Janet S. Munt Family Room a program of the Visiting Nurse Association of Chittenden and Grand Isle Counties. Programming at the Family Room Parent-Child Center provides support for more than 300 at-risk families and their children each year. These programs are provided at no cost to the participants.

Please visit the VNA website for more information. http://www.vnacares.org.

 

FOOLS' FEST APRIL 10


The  Fourth Annual Fools' Fest will be April 10 from 7-11pm at the Flynn Space ~ Foolish Fun to benefit Edmunds Middle School Drama Featuring comedian Jason Lorber, dance music by the XRAYS and gypsy jazz performed by musicians Jim Stout and Mike MArtin. Ticket price of $20 includes entertainment, hors d'oeuvres and desserts.  Cash Bar.  Advanced Tickets and info, call 373-2780.

 

COMMUNITY SEDER APRIL 12

 

Ohavi Zedek Synagogue in affiliation with Vermont Interfaith Action welcomes you to an Interfaith Passover Seder on Monday, April 12, 2010 at 6:00pm to be held at Ohavi Zedek Synagogue in Burlington.  This will be a celebration of human freedom, the goal of all of the world's great religious traditions.  Our special guests, who are invited to attend free of charge, will be refugees who have recently fled tyrannies around the world.  Adults: $25; Children 7-12: $10; Children 6 or younger: Free.  To help sponsor places at the table for refugees, please donate at a sponsorship rate of $100 (this includes dinner) or any amount above your ticket price.  For tickets or more information, please contact the VIA representative in your congregation or the VIA office at office@... or 651-8889. 

 

CITY ARTS TO HOST DANCE-A-THON APRIL 17

The Dance-A-Thon is a fundraiser for Burlington City Arts and a celebration of the individuals in our community who help make our efforts possible. Teams and individuals raise money in the weeks leading up to the Dance-A-Thon to be sponsored to dance. The Dance-a-thon is a way to show your support for BCA and help raise funds and awareness for our children's art education programs. For more info: http://www.burlingtoncityarts.com/events

 

CALCUTTA FOR HUNT MIDDLE SCHOOL APRIL 17

 

What is a Calcutta? Numbered balls are sold for $75 (any number of people may go in on a ball. The $75 includes one ball and dinner for two with additional dinners available for $10). Balls will be drawn over the course of the evening, with the object of the game to NOT have your number drawn. There are 100 balls to be drawn. The last ball drawn will win $1000.

Come build community spirit and join in on the fun! April 17 from 6 – 10pm at the Elks Club on North Ave.
All proceeds will be distributed to classroom teams to support enrichment and team goals. For more info: kcarr@...

 

BENEFIT CLOTHES EXCHANGE ACCEPTING DONATIONS

The Clothes Exchange and Burlington area businesses invite you to clean your closet and recycle all those fabulous clothes you once loved but never wear. Your donations will be sold at the 9th annual Clothes Exchange, a benefit for King Street Center.

Help reduce the amount of textiles that end up in the landfill and support a great cause by donating your high quality women's clothing and accessories (no shoes please). For more information about what and where to donate go to http://www.theclothesexchange.org.

Drop your donations of high quality women's apparel and accessories at any of the following businesses during the month of April.
The 9th Annual Clothes Exchange is May 20, starting at 5:30pm.For tickets, go to http://www.theclothesexchange.org
Questions? Contact us at info@....

 

*****

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

GREEN UP DAY MAY 1

 

Green-Up Day is May 1 and volunteers are being recruited to serve as site leaders. Site leaders will report to one of the city’s five Green-Up day “hubs” to lead small teams of volunteers to specific locations in that part of the city that need to be cleaned-up. The time commitment on May 1 is from 8:30am – noon.

If you would like to volunteer to be a site leader, please contact Andrew Graham at agraham@....

If you are a business interested in Greening-up on Friday, April 30, please contact Jenny Davis at jdavis@.../865-7172.

If you need any other info on Green-Up Day, please contact the city coordinator, Nicky Beaudoin at nbeaudoin@..., 865-7548.

 

*****

MISC. AND OTHER COOL STUFF

 

FUN EVENTS AT LEDDY ARENA APRIL 3

Leddy Arena will be HOPPING this weekend with two special activities on April 3rd. 

From 1:30-2;45 pm all ages are welcome for our 5th annual Bunny Hop & Egg Hunt.  This family activity will offer an indoor egg hunt as well as games and activities on the ice and special prizes.  $3/person for $10/family admission.  Skate rentals available for $3/pair.

Saturday night join us for a special DJ Teen Skate Night from 7:15-9:30pm.  Bring your friends, enjoy some great music and parents can leave their teens for this fun, safe activity.  $5/skater, skate rentals are $3/pair. 

For more information on any arena activities, please call 865-7558. 

BECOME A TREE KEEPER

 

Learn to be a “tree keeper” by attending a training session on April 15, 6-8:00 pm at the Burlington Parks & Rec Building at 645 Pine Street. This will be a very informative program on tree care will be presented by Warren Spinner (Arborist for Burlington Parks & Rec) and Mat Leonard (Urban Forester for the VT Dept. of Forests & Parks). Refreshments will be served. This session is open to all Tree Keepers (this year's and those from past years) and the general public too.

 

BURLINGTON PARTNERSHIP TO HONOR PREVENTION EFFORTS

 

The Burlington Partnership for a Healthy Community is Burlington's only substance abuse prevention focused coalition.  On Monday April 12 the Partnership will  host the 2nd Annual "Roots of Prevention" Award Ceremony and breakfast Buffet, which recognizes individuals, programs and organizations who have positively impacted substance abuse prevention in Burlington by providing opportunities and activities for our community members. This year’s honorees are Larry Walters (Prevention Award), Henri Sparks (DG Weaver Award), Kathy Olwell (Youth and Families Award), and Matt Young (Program Award). Vermont State Representative and comedian Jason Lorber will be the Master of Cermonies. Burlington Mayor Bob Kiss is the keynote speaker. A suggested donation of $10 is requested for this full buffet breakfast event. for more info and/or to RSVP: 324-3841 or pattibphc@....

 

MOMS CLUB OPEN HOUSE APRIL 9

MOMS Club of Burlington, VT is holding an open house on Friday, April 9, from 10am-12pm at ECHO!

The MOMS Club is open to all moms, especially stay at home and part time working mothers in Chittenden county, and offers a support system including playgroups, family activities, moms night out, and meals for moms with new babies. Bring your kids for some fun activities and meet some of the current members of MOMS Club and find out what the club has to offer you.

The open house is free, and discounted admission is available for those who would like to visit the science center after the open house.
http://sites.google.com/site/momsclubofburlingtonvt/, momsclub.burlington@.... 

 

NOW THAT IT'S SPRING... SCOOP THE POOP

Scoop the Poop - Picking Up After Pets:  From Lake Champlain Conservation Org.:
Whether in the street, the park, or your yard, cleaning up after pets helps to keep the waters safe. Left unattended, pet waste leads to:
-Bacteria in the water that can close beaches and make people sick.
-Excess nutrients that cause algae blooms.
-Oxygen depletion when the poop breaks down.
What to do with the poop?
Flush It: The best option is to flush it down the toilet so it can be treated at the wastewater treatment facility or septic system.
Bury It: Burying the waste about 5" deep will allow soil micro-organisms to break it down while keeping the poop from being washed away by the next rainstorm.
Trash It: While not the best solution, putting pet waste in the trash is preferable to leaving it in place.
Be courteous to the lake and to your neighbors by cleaning-up after your pets.

 

*****

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON IS HIRING

 

For info on openings within the city: www.hrjobs.ci.burlington.vt.us

 

 


#1087 From: ziko <sdfsd_sdf81@...>
Date: Tue Apr 6, 2010 1:59 pm
Subject: WANTED: People To Work From Home
sdfsd_sdf81
Send Email Send Email
 
WANTED:  People To Work From Home


Must Have Computer

We Are Looking For Qualified People Who Are Willing To Fill Out

Surveys Online. You Will Be Compensated For Your Time.

Pay Ranges From $10 to $25 Per Hour.

You Can Recieve A Paycheck By the End of The Week

Join Now :  http://www.moxserver.com/

Best regards,

ziko

#1088 From: Jenny Davis <jdavis@...>
Date: Thu Apr 8, 2010 6:23 pm
Subject: The Neighborhood BUZZ for April 8, 2010
jdavis@...
Send Email Send Email
 

 Get out your calendars! This issue is packed with things to do - hope you find lots of activities that interest you. Enjoy.

 

*****

LOCAL GOVT/NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

 

JOIN A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION

 

Burlington residents interested in filling one of the vacant seats on many of the city’s boards and commissions can pick up an application from clerk/treasurer’s office (located on the main level of City Hall) or can download one from the city’s website. The deadline for submission is May 12 at 4:30 pm

There will be a “Meet and Greet” for prospective applicants on May 17 from 6:30 – 7:15pm and all applicants will receive information on this event from Lori Olberg in the Clerk/Treasurer’s office. Final decisions will be made on June 7.

Fore more info: 865-7136, lolberg@...

To see the list of open seats: http://www.ci.burlington.vt.us/citycouncil/committees/

 

NEIGHBORHOOD PLANNING ASSEMBLIES IN ACTION THIS WEEK

 

Neighborhood Planning Assemblies are grass-roots, neighborhood organizations that were established in each of Burlington's seven Wards to encourage citizen participation in City government. The NPA meeting in your Ward provides a great way to get involved in neighborhood and city issues and make your opinions heard.

 

The Ward 6 NPA will meet TONIGHT at 7pm at the Greek Orthodox Church, 600 S. Willard St.

The NPA for Wards 2/3 will meet TONIGHT for a community dinner at 5:30, NPA to convene at 6:30, McClure MultiGen Center, 241 N. Winooski Ave.

The NPA from Ward 1 will meet on April 14 at 7pm in Memorial Lounge in UVM’s Waterman Bldg.

 

To see the agendas for the above Assemblies and/or to learn more: 865-7172, http://www.cedoburlington.org/neighborhoods/npa/npas1.htm

 

CDBG RECOMMENDATIONS FINALIZED

The city's Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board has finalized its recommendations for funding for the upcoming program year.  The city received requests for over $1.5 million in Community Development Block Grant funding.  There will be a Public Hearing before City Council on April 26 to hear comments on the recommendations, on the draft Action plan that incorporates the recommendations, and on housing and community development needs in the city.   You can view the recommendations and draft Action Plan online at http://www.cedoburlington.org/cdbg/cdbg_main.htm.

 

 

CCTA PUBLIC HEARINGS

CCTA will be holding its final round of public hearings this month on the proposed Route 2 service changes. CCTA is proposing to replace the current Umall/Airport and Williston routes with new re-designed routes. The goal of the new routes is to offer improved, more convenient service.
Public Hearing Dates and Locations in Burlington:
CCTA Admin. Office, April 10 at 11:00am  
Burlington, City Hall, Contois Auditorium, April 15 at 6:00pm

For more info: cctafpf@...
 

 

LORBER AND KISS HEADLINE LOCAL PREVENTION AWARDS CEREMONY

 

The Burlington Partnership for a Healthy Community is Burlington's only substance abuse prevention focused coalition.  On Monday April 12 the Partnership will  host the 2nd Annual "Roots of Prevention" Award Ceremony and breakfast Buffet, that will recognize individuals, programs and organizations who have positively impacted substance abuse prevention in Burlington by providing opportunities and activities for our community members. This year’s honorees are Larry Walters (Prevention Award), Henri Sparks (DG Weaver Award), Kathy Olwell (Youth and Families Award), and Matt Young (Program Award). Vermont State Representative and comedian Jason Lorber will be the Master of Cermonies. Burlington Mayor Bob Kiss is the keynote speaker. A suggested donation of $10 is requested for this full buffet breakfast event. for more info and/or to RSVP: 324-3841 or pattibphc@....

 

 BURLINGTON WALK/BIKE COUNCIL TO MEET APRIL 12

 

Residents who are interested in improving walking and biking in and around Burlington are encouraged to attend the Burlington Walk/Bike Council's monthly meeting on Monday, April 12, 5:30-7 p.m. at the Center for Community and Neighborhoods, 125 College St, 2nd FL (above the Daily News). Current projects, updates on ongoing efforts, and summer activities will be discussed. Food provided! for more info: www.burlingtonwalkbike.org 

 

BURLINGTON SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS

 

A reminder that the Burlington School Board holds its monthly meeting on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7pm at BHS. The committee meeting times are as follows:

Finance -- 1st Tuesday, 5pm, at the Ira Allen building on Colchester Ave.
Infrastructure & Technology -- 1st Tuesday, 7pm, same location
Curriculum -- 3rd Tuesday, 5pm, same location
Policy & Advocacy -- 3rd Tuesday, 7pm, same location
Agenda -- 4th Tuesday, 5pm, same location

 

For more info: www.bsdvt.org

 

GOVT MEETINGS

Here is the link for a list of all Government meetings in Burlington for the week: www.ci.burlington.vt.us/events

*****

THE ARTS

 

CITY ARTS TO HOST NEW EXHIBIT “PILGRIMAGE”

Burlington artist Sally Linder’s work explores the experience of arduous, elaborate, mystical and cultural journeys and creates bodies of work in reaction to them. These projects have included spending a month alone in a remote cave in the canyon land of Utah, living with the Dayaks, Antandroy, and Bakweri tribes in the jungles of Borneo, Madagascar, and Cameroon, and traveling to the informal settlements around Johannesburg, South Africa. The exhibit will run from April 2 – May 1. Join the artist for a talk and reception on April 9 from 5 – 8pm.

For more info: http://www.burlingtoncityarts.com.

 

A FESTIVAL OF CULTURES APRIL 10

Don't worry about packing your bags or booking flights, come trot the globe and immerse yourself in the colors of the world without leaving Burlington. The Sara Holbrook Community Center (SHCC) is thrilled to announce the fifth annual Festival of Cultures taking place on April 10, 2010 from 10:00am – 4pm. The Festival is a daylong event celebrating the cultural diversity that makes our community so vibrant. Again this year, the Festival will transform the Dudley H. Davis Center at University of Vermont into a one stop expedition for global adventure, showcasing the unique ethnic traditions, art and music found right here in Vermont. Open to the public, admission to this family-friendly event is by donation.

For more info:  http://www.saraholbrookcc.org or 862-6342.

 

NEW PHOTO EXHIBIT AT THE LIBRARY

There is a new photography exhibit called “From Tesfa to Tivka (Hope to Hope): Photographs of Ethiopian Jews in Israel” by Irene Fertik in the Pickering Room at the Fletcher-Free Library from now through April 22. There will be an opening reception TONIGHT from 4-6pm
 
Since 1991, Irene Fertik has been working on a book project documenting the absorption of Ethiopian Jews in their new/old homeland of Israel. The title of this project is From Tesfa to Tikva / From Hope to Hope. The first word of hope is in Amharic, the language they spoke in the old country; the second hope is in Hebrew, their new language.

For more info: bshatara@...

 

BURLINGTON CHORAL SOCIETY SPRING CONCERT APRIL 10

The Burlington Choral Society’s spring concert is April 10 at 7:30pm at the College Street Congregational Church, 265 College Street, Burlington. The group will be performing Mendelssohn's "St.Paul Oratorio."  Tickets available at the Flynn Box Office, Borders Books, at the door. Seniors and students $17, general admission $20. for more info: 878-5919 or http://www.bcsvermont.org.

 

OLD TIME MUSIC FEST APRIL 9-11

The 3rd annual Old Time Music Festival is April 9-11 in Billings Hall on the campus of UVM.
Friday April 9th:
-7:00pm: Concert with Rafe and Clelia Stefanini!

-Opening set by Pete Sutherland and Jaden Gladstone!
-$10 suggested donations for UVM students, $20 community members.
Saturday April 10th:
-10:30am to 12noon: fiddle workshop with Rafe and Clelia, $10 suggested donation for UVM students, $20 community members
-1pm to 3pm: vocal harmony workshop with Mayfly (Katie Trautz and Julia Wayne), $10 suggested donation UVM students, $20 community members
Saturday Night:
Contra dance! Streak-O-Lean playing, Mad Robin Caller's Collective calling! 7:00pm, $10 suggested donation
Sunday April 11th:
Shape Note Sing led by Katie Trautz, Ian Smiley, & Julia Wayne

 

*****

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

 

WORLD ENTREPRENEUR DAY APRIL 16

 

Celebrate New Inventions, Student-led Ventures, and Successful Community Entrepreneurs! Meet With Service Providers Who Can Help You Start Your Business! The event is April 16, 2-7pm in the Silver Maple Ballroom of the the Davis Center, University of Vermont. Speakers Include:

Laura Frey—Community Entrepreneur & Fundraising Leader

Benjy Adler - Co-owner/founder the Skinny Pancake and the Chubby Muffin,

Jim Lampman—Owner/Founder of Lake Champlain Chocolates

June Plankey—Organizational Structural Consultant & Executive Coach at JM Business Coaching, LLC

Meet with business advisors from The Community & Economic Development Office, Opportunities Credit Union, The Small Business Administration, Small Business Development Center.  

Brought to you by: Invent Vermont, UVM Community Development & Applied Economics Dep’t and CEDO

 

LOCAL MOTION TO HOST SAFE STREETS SUMMIT APRIL 10

 

Come to the Safe Streets Summit on Saturday, April 10 and get the tools and the support you need to make your community's streets safer for everyone -- cyclists, pedestrians, and motorists alike! This free event is open to the public. You'll come away with new ideas for taming traffic and connections with others in your community who share your goal of safe streets. The event is at the Champlain Valley Expo, Essex Junction from 10am – noon. For more info: 861-2700x109 or www.safestreetsvt.org.


INTRO TO SQUARE FOOT GARDENING AT CITY MARKET


It is not too early to plan your garden. Learn how to garden the easy way. Peter Burke has been using the Square Foot Garden method since 1981.The method is easy, no roto-tiller needed. Permanent beds. No soil is too bad to start with. All organic methods. We will cover the Basics: Planning, Raised Beds, Permanent Paths, Perfect Soil, Grid Planting, Watering, Trellis, Succession Plantings, Maintenance, and how not to have a jungle of weeds in August!  The event is April 18 from 1-2:00pm at City Market. For more info: mklepack@...

 

FREE TRAINING OPPORTUNITY APRIL 19

 

Enforcing Underage Drinking Laws: Seizing Opportunities and Overcoming Challenges: Police officers are encouraged to attend.  As well as: youth, parents, area residents, community and town officials, businesses who serve or sell alcohol, school leaders, college and local security, prevention and treatment representatives and all who want to learn more about how to support and protect our youth and young adults to make responsible choices regarding alcohol.  April 19, 8:30am-8:30pm & April 20th 8:30am-12:00pm    Meals provided! The DoubleTree Hotel, South Burlington. Register: call the VT Police Academy, 802-483-6228

The consequences of underage drinking affect all of us. When last calculated in 2007, the costs of underage drinking cost the citizens of Vermont $129 MILLION!!  Costs associated with youth violence, youth traffic crashes, high risk sex and teen pregnancy, property crime, injuries, alcohol poisoning and psychoses, work loss and youth alcohol treatment. 

 

*****

FUNDRAISERS

 

ROCK OUT FOR CRIME VICTIMS

 

ROCK OUT on ROCK BAND for PRIZE$  - and to help victims of crime, too.  On April 16 from 7-10 pm at Burlington's Contois Auditorium there will be a virtual "Battle of the ROCK BANDs" with teams of 4 competing on PS3-powered instruments for video game supremacy in categories like: best performance; best costumes; audience favorite and judge's pick for the grand prize.  $10 each to play, $5 to watch, register in advance to be sure to get a chance to win.  www.pjburlington.org/rockband.htm  Call (802) 264-0764 or email rbanbury@... *ALL proceeds will benefit the Parallel Justice Victims Fund, helping victims of crime in Burlington, VT regain safety and peace of mind.

 

COMMUNITY SEDER APRIL 12

 

Ohavi Zedek Synagogue in affiliation with Vermont Interfaith Action welcomes you to an Interfaith Passover Seder on Monday, April 12, 2010 at 6:00pm to be held at Ohavi Zedek Synagogue in Burlington.  This will be a celebration of human freedom, the goal of all of the world's great religious traditions.  Our special guests, who are invited to attend free of charge, will be refugees who have recently fled tyrannies around the world.  Adults: $25; Children 7-12: $10; Children 6 or younger: Free.  To help sponsor places at the table for refugees, please donate at a sponsorship rate of $100 (this includes dinner) or any amount above your ticket price.  For tickets or more information, please contact the VIA representative in your congregation or the VIA office at office@... or 651-8889. 

 

LEARN TO FLYFISH

 

This is a benefit for Vt. Nat'l families serving overseas. There will be a Bar B Q, raffles, and fly fishing instructions by certified instructors from Trout’s Unlimited. There is a cost for the fly casting lessons ($5 or $10 ) Fly tying demo's, and other exciting events.  April 11, 10:00am, at the Continental Connection Hangar Building @ the end of Valley Rd, So. Burlington. Off Williston Rd at Vacuum City, # 3060 Williston Rd.

  

CITY ARTS TO HOST DANCE-A-THON APRIL 17

The Dance-A-Thon is a fundraiser for Burlington City Arts and a celebration of the individuals in our community who help make our efforts possible. Teams and individuals raise money in the weeks leading up to the Dance-A-Thon to be sponsored to dance. The Dance-a-thon is a way to show your support for BCA and help raise funds and awareness for our children's art education programs. For more info: http://www.burlingtoncityarts.com/events

 

CALCUTTA FOR HUNT MIDDLE SCHOOL APRIL 17

 

What is a Calcutta? Numbered balls are sold for $75 (any number of people may go in on a ball. The $75 includes one ball and dinner for two with additional dinners available for $10). Balls will be drawn over the course of the evening, with the object of the game to NOT have your number drawn. There are 100 balls to be drawn. The last ball drawn will win $1000. Come build community spirit and join in on the fun! April 17 from 6 – 10pm at the Elks Club on North Ave.
All proceeds will be distributed to classroom teams to support enrichment and team goals. For more info: kcarr@...

 

BENEFIT CONCERT FOR HEALTHCARE REFORM

 

 "Grassroots Rockin' for Healthcare Reform" will happen on April 16 at 7:30pm at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 152 Pearl Street, Burlington. Share an evening with some of Vermont's best-loved roots musicians including Scott Ainslie, Bow Thayer, Kristina Stykos, Patrick Ross and Mayfly (Katie Trautz and Julia Wayne).  Suggested donation $10-$20. 
(If you haven't already, check out Ainslie and Stykos on our CD, www.vermontcareforall.org

 

CHAMPLAIN COLLEGE DANCE TEAM FASHION SHOW APRIL 18

The Champlain College Dance Team Presents the “Love Doesn’t Hurt” Fashion Show on April 18. There will be two shows: one at 3pm, the second at 5pm in the Alumni Auditorium on the Champlain campus. These events are free and open to the public.
Come watch the Dance Team perform as models and showcase Burlington’s local fashions. Raffles for great prizes!
Proceeds will benefit the Women’s Rape Crisis Center and Women Helping Battered Women.

 

MENFOLK CONCERT APRIL 17

Vermont singer/songwriters Craig Anderson, Tom Barber, Colin McCaffrey, Marty Morrissey
and Pete Sutherland will play traditional and original folk, Celtic and blues music at the McCarthy Arts Center Recital Hall
St. Michael's College, Colchester, VT in April 17, 7:30pm. Tickets are $15 each and proceeds will benefit “Puppets in Education,” a nonprofit group which uses life-sized puppets to teach children how to keep themselves safe and healthy and to appreciate each other's differences. for more info: www.KidsontheBlockVermont.org, 860-3349

*****

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

GREEN UP DAY MAY 1

 

Green-Up Day is May 1 and volunteers are being recruited to serve as site leaders. Site leaders will report to one of the city’s five Green-Up day “hubs” to lead small teams of volunteers to specific locations in that part of the city that need to be cleaned-up. The time commitment on May 1 is from 8:30am – noon.

If you would like to volunteer to be a site leader, please contact Andrew Graham at agraham@....

If you are a business interested in Greening-up on Friday, April 30, please contact Jenny Davis at jdavis@.../865-7172.

If you need any other info on Green-Up Day, please contact the city coordinator, Nicky Beaudoin at nbeaudoin@..., 865-7548.

 

HELP KIDS STAY CONNECTED WITH MOMS

 

Maintaining safe, healthy, meaningful contact between children and their incarcerated parents: Improves a child’s response to the incarceration, reduces a child’s anxiety and fear & Improves long-term outcomes for children.

 

Join an energetic team of volunteers and staff with the North West State Women’s Correctional Facility.

In the facility duties include: Organize activity groups for moms to make cards and crafts to send to their kids

¶      Assist with evening phone calls between moms and kids

¶      Assist with supervising and coordinating visit between moms and kids

¶      Offer opportunities for moms to record themselves reading a book to send to their kids

 

In the community

¶      Assist with activity groups for kids to make cards and crafts to send to their parents

¶      Assist with running/walking and activity groups for kids and caregivers

¶      Assist with transportation of kids to visit their moms

 

Please contact Cara Gleason, Kids-A-Part Community Coordinator at 802.655.0006 x108 or email: cgleason@... for more information or to register for an information session on April 21 at 5:30 pm at 13 Kilburn St, Burlington.  

 

*****

MISC. AND OTHER COOL STUFF

 

FREE CSWD APPLIANCE ROUND UP APRIL 10

The Chittenden Solid Waste District accepts major household appliances for a small fee throughout the year at all of our drop-off centers, but twice a year we waive the fees and residents may bring them in for free. Click here for locations:
http://www.cswd.net/facilities/dropoff_centers.shtml

Please note that this round up is open to Chittenden County residents only.The event is April 8 from 8am – 3:30pm at all CSWD Drop-Off Centers (Burlington, Essex, Hinesburg, Milton, Richmond, South Burlington, and Williston).
LIMIT: 3 appliances per customer.

The following items will be accepted: all major household appliances such as washers, dryers, dishwashers, stoves, air conditioners, water heaters, microwaves, refrigerators, and more. (Regular fees apply to small appliances, electronics, etc.).  For safety purposes, please remove doors from latch-type fridges and freezers. Regular charges apply for TVs, computers, and industrial equipment, which are not considered household appliances.

For more info: http://www.cswd.net, 872-8111, or info@...


NEW SCHOOLYARD DESIGN UNVEILED ARIL 15


Please join the Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes elementary school on Thursday April 15, 2010 to celebrate our new sustainable schoolyard design! We have been working all year to design a schoolyard that will meet the needs and goals of the entire Sustainability Academy community.  Come see the final design!  The event will be held from 6-8 pm at Lawrence Barnes elementary, 123 North Street.  All community members, teachers, parents, and students are invited to attend this FREE evening of food, fun, and games. Local vendors will provide a variety of food options, and games/crafts will be available for children of all ages. Come celebrate with us as we unveil the new community-designed landscape!

 

TREE KEEPER TRAINING

 

The Tree Keeper Training Session is scheduled for April 15, 6-8:00 pm at the Burlington Parks & Rec Building at 645 Pine Street. A very informative program on tree care will be presented by Warren Spinner (Arborist for Burlington Parks & Rec) and Mat Leonard (Urban Forester for the VT Dept. of Forests & Parks). Refreshments will be served. You will receive another reminder in April, but I wanted to let you know early so you can save the date. This session is open to all Tree Keepers (this year's and those from past years) and the general public too.  Bring your friends and relations!

 

BRANCH OUT BURLINGTON TREE SALE

Branch Out Burlington's tree sale is in the final weeks.  Quantities are now limited so order today and don't miss out on this great opportunity. 
River Birch and a variety of Crabapples are still available. Trees are $39.00 each, 5-6 feet, come bare root and branched.. Trees must be picked up at The UVM Hort Farm during the Annual Burlington Community Tree Nursery Planting, which takes place on Saturday morning May 1st between 9 and 11:00 a.m. Orders must be received by April 20.  Find order form and full tree descriptions at http://www.branchoutburlington.org

 

PEACE AND JUSTICE TO HOST YOUTH CONFERENCE

 

The Peace & Justice Center's 2nd Annual Youth Activist Institute will be held at Vermont Technical College in Randolph from June 25-27. The YAI is designed to engage high school aged youth in activism, and empower them to inspire others and make change. Our goals are to build a community of youth activists to sustain and support each other, as well as cultivate tools and confidence for youth to go forward and build campaigns. The deadline to apply is April 16. Free. Download the application at www.pjcvt.org/what-we-do/youth-activist-institute/.  For more info: 863-2345 x8.

 

SURVEY ON DISPOSAL OF PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS

The Burlington Partnership for a Healthy Community is currently working with UVM nursing students to gather information on how Burlington can effectively reduce the number of prescription drugs available for potential abuse.  We are looking at ways to increase community awareness of the need for proper disposal of unused or expired  prescription medications. 
 
Please click on (or copy and paste into your browser) the link below to fill out a quick (2 minutes or less) survey that will help us determine the best ways to implement the project ideas. Thank you so much for your time!  
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/XWJN8RD

 
APRIL IS COMPOST MONTH IN BURLINGTON

Did you know that just by starting one simple habit, you can reduce your household trash by one third? Join Burlington's Compost Revolution and you'll save money, reduce air pollution, and put your food and yard waste to work building healthy soils to grow healthy food right here in Chittenden County! Burlington's Department of Parks and Recreation, the Chittenden Solid Waste District, Intervale Compost Products, and community volunteer Nicole Carpenter have planned a month of activities to inspire more Queen City composting:

Community Compost Revolution Potluck Suppers (ongoing): Learn and share composting wisdom with neighbors, co-workers and friends at these fun, informal gatherings. Contact Nicole Carpenter: 802-338-0626.

Chittenden County Lawn to Garden Contest - Deadline April 12 - Enter to win everything you need (including labor) to turn some of your lawn into a beautiful, productive garden! Go to http://www.intervalecompostproducts.net for entry information.

Burlington Area Community Gardens Potluck Supper, April 10, 6-8pm, Miller Community Center, 130 Gosse Court. Learn about the future of Intervale Compost Products and get some great tips on backyard composting  at this potluck with guest speaker Eric Van Vlandren from Intervale Compost Products.

Community Compost Extravaganza at Magnolia Bistro, 1 Lawson Lane,  April  15, 6-9 pm. Enjoy great hors d'oeuvres and a beverage while sharing food-recycling tips at a fun downtown eatery.  $5-10 suggested donation.  For more info, call Nicole Carpenter: 802-338-0626.

Free Public Tour of Intervale Compost Products, April 21, 2 pm.  See composting happen on a grand - and local - scale.  Call CSWD at 802-872-8111 to sign up.

Free Movie Night: "Garbage! The Revolution Starts at Home," April 28, 6:30-8:30 pm, Outer Space, 208 Flynn Ave.  Follow one family's funny, revealing and smelly experiment in tracking all the waste they create for three entire months.  Participate in a recycling relay, win raffle prizes and bring your own cup and bowl for free, local popcorn and cider.

For more information about these events contact Marge Keough at CSWD (802-872-8100 x234),  Lisa Coven at Burlington Parks and Recreation (802-863-0420) or Nicole Carpenter (802-338-0626).

 

 

*****

COMING ATTRACTIONS

 

STAND AGAINST RACISM APRIL 30

 

YWCA Vermont is partnering with the national Stand Against Racism campaign, aimed at raising awareness about the role that racial inequity continues to play in American communities. On Friday, April 30 an estimated 200,000 individuals across the country will “stand” to express a collective commitment to build communities where racial inequity will not be tolerated. We are calling on organizations, businesses, schools, faith communities, and government
agencies around the state to become participating sites. Join with an estimated 200,000 individuals across the country who will “stand” (sit, dance, speak, and act!) against racism. Our strength is in numbers! Please consider joining Burlington’s Stand on Church Street in front of City Hall at 5pm, to convey commitment to making these ideals fully realized everywhere in Vermont. For more info: Rebecca Gurney at YWCA Vermont, 862-7520 or rebecca@...

SLOW MONEY’S SECOND NATIONAL GATHERING 

Slow Money. It's not an ISM (as in capitalism, socialism, consumerism, market fundamentalism.).  But it is a new way of connecting investors to local food systems. A new way of connecting money, culture and the soil.  A new kind of social investing and philanthropy for the 21st century.  Join this emerging network of thought leaders, investors, donors, entrepreneurs, farmers, and activists from across the country.  Collaborate with folks from Austin, Madison, Northern and Southern California, Pioneer Valley, Boulder, Santa Fe, Appalachia, the Pacific Northwest and other places where Slow Money is starting to sprout.  Learn about Vermont's regional food system.  Hear investment presentations from two dozen small food enterprises. Let's fix America's economy from the ground up...starting with food. For more info: michael@...

LUND FAMILY CENTER MOTHER'S DAY RIDE

Save the Date, Celebrate, and Participate: Announcing Lund Family Center's 2nd Annual Mother's Day Ride. Register today, volunteer or sponsor a friend. Enjoy great food from Boloco Inspired Burritos, VT Brownie Company, City Market, Ben and Jerry's, Healthy Living and more. FREE T-shirts and Ride Bags. Prizes for the highest fundraisers like a Burton Snowboard package, iPhone, and a catered dinner for six. 5 rides including a family ride, 10/16/30 and 55-mile training courses through scenic Vermont. Register today: http://www.lund.convio.net/2010mothersdayride or contact Mandy Sugrue for details: 861-2585.

 

LAURA K. WINTERBOTTOM MEMORIAL FUND SPRING FUNDRAISER MAY 12

Please Save the Date for our upcoming fundraiser - A Silent Auction & Wine-Tasting in Partnership with the Children’s Advocacy Center of the Chittenden Unit for Special Investigations. The event will happen May 12 at 5:30pm at Magnolia Bistro, 1 Lawson Lane in Burlington.
This special event will help raise funds to aid children who have been affected by sexual assault by providing them with scholarships to attend art and nature camps, as well as other restorative and enriching programs. For more info: lkwfund@... or visit http://www.lkwfund

 

*****

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON IS HIRING

 

For info on openings within the city: www.hrjobs.ci.burlington.vt.us

 

 

 

 

 

 


#1089 From: Jenny Davis <jdavis@...>
Date: Thu Apr 15, 2010 1:45 pm
Subject: The Neighborhood "BUZZ" for April 15, 2010
jdavis@...
Send Email Send Email
 

Don't let a rainy forecast keep you indoors. Get out and participate in any number of happenings this week:

 

*****

LOCAL GOVT/NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

 

JOIN A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION – APP DEADLINE MAY 12

 

Burlington residents interested in filling one of the vacant seats on many of the city’s boards and commissions can pick up an application from clerk/treasurer’s office (located on the main level of City Hall) or can download one from the city’s website. The deadline for submission is May 12 at 4:30 pm. Interested applicants also need to communicate with your City Councilor as City Council makes the final decisions.

For a list of City Councilors: http://www.ci.burlington.vt.us/citycouncil.

There will be a “Meet and Greet” for prospective applicants on May 17 from 6:30 – 7:15pm and all applicants will receive information on this event from Lori Olberg in the Clerk/Treasurer’s office. Final decisions will be made on June 7.

Fore more info: 865-7136, lolberg@...

To see the list of open seats: http://www.ci.burlington.vt.us/citycouncil/committees

 

NPAS IN WARDS 4, 5 and 7 TO MEET THIS WEEK

Neighborhood Planning Assemblies are grass-roots, neighborhood organizations that were established in each of Burlington's seven Wards to encourage citizen participation in City government. The NPA meeting in your Ward provides a great way to get involved in neighborhood and city issues and make your opinions heard.

 

Wards 4 and 7: On April 20 the North End NPAs will convene at the Miller Center (130 Gosse Ct), 6:45pm sign-in. Come early (6:30pm) to learn more about the proposed repeat violator ordinance, to see the latest revisions of the Thayer/DMV housing project, or to chat with any guests or public officials. At the Assembly, BED Chris Burns, VT Gas Brian Fisher, and residents will speak about incentives for energy efficiency projects; special guests Peter Shumlin and Arnie Gundersen will speak briefly about VY decom issues; Tom Derenthal will ask for feedback on the repeat violator ordinance; NEVIS and the Open Govt. follow-up task force will report briefly; there will be brief reports from elected and appointed officials; and a full 30 minutes for Open Forum when residents can speak about any city issues. Links to websites for details:  North End NPA - http://wards4and7npa.blogspot.com/ and NEVIS - http://nevis47.blogspot.com/ .

 

The Ward 5 NPA will host Mayor Bob Kiss on April 21 at 7pm in the DPW bldg, 645 Pine St. In addition to an update from the Mayor, other agenda items include: a report from. Police Lt. Kris Carlson on his new “beat” in the South End, info on how to apply for a city board/commission seat (May 12 deadline), a report on Burlington’s Fair Housing Project, an update from DPW and Champlain Elementary School on the Safe Routes to School program, info on a new community grant program being offered by AARP.

 

To see the agendas for the above Assemblies and/or to learn more: 865-7172, http://www.cedoburlington.org/neighborhoods/npa/npas1.htm

 

BURLINGTON TRANSPORTATION PLAN UP FOR PUBLIC COMMENT MAY 11

 

The Planning Commission will be holding a public hearing on the Burlington Transportation Plan at its meeting on Tuesday May 11, in Conference Room #12 of City Hall. This is a multi-modal transportation improvement plan that provides a comprehensive and coordinated list of roadway, transit, bicycle and pedestrian facility, streetscape and land use recommendations for implementation. Those recommendations satisfy and help achieve the overall vision of the City developed in the Burlington Municipal Development Plan (MDP) and the Burlington Legacy Project. Once approved by the Planning Commission, the Plan will be sent to City Council for final approval and integration as the new transportation chapter of the Municipal Development Plan. The City Council will be holding two public hearings on the plan before adoption so more public comment will be possible at that time. For more info: http://www.dpw.ci.burlington.vt.us/transportation/TransportationPlan/BurlingtonTransportationPlan.php 

 

WATCH LOCAL EVENTS AND GOVT MTGS ON CHANNEL 17

 

This link: http://www.cctv.org/watch-tv/municipalities/burlington  will direct you to meetings, lectures, events etc all sorts of Burlington specific community and municipal programming available online, on channel 17 and on BT channel 317.

More about BT channel 317: Burlington City Council meetings, Burl. Electric Meetings and Some other Burlington meetings are shown LIVE on Burlington Telecom channel 317.  This is a great option for folks with families or who can't otherwise get out at night who want to stay in touch with what is going on but can't always make the meetings.  Live channel 317 program scheduling is available here: http://www.cctv.org/watch-tv/317/channel-317-schedule

  

APRIL 19 MEETING ON POTENTIAL BASING OF F-35 AT BURLINGTON AIRPORT

This is an excerpt from South Burlington's City Councilor Meaghan Emery's recent letter to the Press:

At our April 5th Council meeting, the Council discussed the format of the April 19th informational meeting with Air Force representatives who will be coming here to discuss the upcoming Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) process with us in regard to the potential basing of the F-35 at Burlington International Airport.  There will be no formal presentation, but there will be information available and time for discussion beginning one hour prior to the 7 p.m. Council meeting, to be held in the Tuttle Middle School cafeteria.  Air Force officials, including Sheryl Parker, Matthew Manifold, and our local Air National Guard members, will be in attendance.  The bulk of the meeting will be devoted to questions and comments from the public.  South Burlington Council Chair Mark Boucher will moderate, and members of the public wishing to speak will be asked to direct all comments/questions to the Council Chair and the Council.  There will be a speaker's table set up front.  Interested people will sign up on a list of speakers and will have up to 3 minutes, depending on the number of speakers.  Please note: all comments/questions should focus on the F-35 EIS.

If the meeting on April 19 is not convenient, there will be a similar meeting held in Winooski on Tuesday, April 20.  Both meetings are open to the public.

GOVT MEETINGS

 

Here is the link for a list of all Government meetings in Burlington for the week: www.ci.burlington.vt.us/events

*****

THE ARTS


INTERNATIONAL WEEK AT BHS

The Burlington High School International Club will present the annual Fashion and Talent Show TONIGHT at 6pm in the auditorium. This is part of “International Week” at BHS. For more info: www.bsdvt.org.

 

THE PLAY “WILD GEESE” APRIL 15-18

Check out this local, site-specific play by Maura Campbell: a slew of serious issues are explored with tact, humor and finesse. This play is “truly enjoyable and poignant and fun all at the same time.” There are many amusing references to Burlington, great 80's music and superb acting! The show is scheduled April 15-18 at the Metro Hair Salon on Pearl St. For more info: http://www.greencandletheatre.com.

 

BELLA VOCE PRESENTS "SPRING SONGS" APRIL 16

 

Bella Voce is pleased to host the Cantabile Women's Chorus and Men's Chorus of Kingston Ontario under the direction of Mark Sirett, performing while on tour to Vermont and Quebec.  This award-winning organization was founded in 1996 and has received national and international acclaim for its innovative and creative programming.  The Cantabile Women's Chorus frequently appears throughout Ontario in exchanges with other choirs.  The Cantabile Men's Chorus was formed in 2007 and has quickly become a significant addition to the Cantabile educational program.  Tickets are $10 at the door, College St. Congregational Church, 265 College St. The event starts at 7:30pm. for more info: 656-7776

THE VERMONT CHORAL UNION SPRING CONCERT APRIL 17

 

Director Gary Moreau and the chorus will present works by Samuel Barber and Benjamin Britten as well as selections from Vermont Harmony. The concert is April 17 at 7:30pm, College Street Congregational Church, 265 College St.  $12/ general admission, $8/seniors and students at the door the night of the concert.

 

ART SHOW APRIL 18

"Digital Dreams", 30 new abstracts by digital artist David A. Russell.  Sunday, April 18, 3pm-6pm at the Northgate Community Hall.  Refreshments will be served.  Come, bring a friend and support the arts in the New North End.  For more info: 373-1912,  dave@...

AUTHOR AND ENVIRONMENTALIST TO SPEAK AT UVM APRIL 21

Derrick Jensen is the acclaimed author of The Culture of Make Believe, Thought to Exist in the Wild, Songs of the Dead, Endgame, and many other books and articles. In 2008, he was named one of Utne Reader’s “50 Visionaries Who Are Changing Your World.” Author, activist, teacher, small farmer and leading voice of uncompromising dissent, he stirs auditoriums across the country with revolutionary spirit. He will give a talk entitled “Civilization and Resistance, What’s at Stake?” April 21 at 7pm in the Ira Allen Chapel on the campus of UVM. The event is free and open to all. for more info:  http://www.derrickjensen.org/

 

FRIENDS OF INDIAN MUSIC AND DANCE APRIL 24


This concert will feature acclaimed classical Hindustani singer Ashwini Bhide, accompanied by Vishwanath Shirodkar (tabla) and Seema Shirodkar(harmonium). Join the festivities April 24 at 7:00pm in UVM’s Billings Auditorium, 48 University Place, (behind Ira Allen Chapel). Tickets: General $15 / FIMD Members $10 / Students $5. for more info: http://www.uvm.edu/~fimd, write fimd@..., 860-9556.

 

 CELEBRATE EARTH DAY APRIL 24

 

Celebrate Earth Day with local author and gardener/farmer Ron Krupp who will talk about his newest book: Lifting the Yoke: Local Solutions to America's Farm and Food Crisis. April 24 from 2-4:00pm. At the Peace and Justice Store, 60 Lake St (next to the Skinny Pancake). Refreshments by Love & Tea Co and Just Desserts. For more info: 863-2345 x2.

 

*****

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

 

WORLD ENTREPRENEUR DAY APRIL 16

 

Celebrate New Inventions, Student-led Ventures, and Successful Community Entrepreneurs! Meet With Service Providers Who Can Help You Start Your Business! The event is April 16, 2-7pm in the Silver Maple Ballroom of the Davis Center, University of Vermont. Speakers Include:

Laura Frey—Community Entrepreneur & Fundraising Leader

Benjy Adler - Co-owner/founder the Skinny Pancake and the Chubby Muffin,

Jim Lampman—Owner/Founder of Lake Champlain Chocolates

June Plankey—Organizational Structural Consultant & Executive Coach at JM Business Coaching, LLC

Meet with business advisors from The Community & Economic Development Office, Opportunities Credit Union, The Small Business Administration, Small Business Development Center.  

Brought to you by: Invent Vermont, UVM Community Development & Applied Economics Dep’t and CEDO

 

COMPOST EXTRAVAGANZA TONIGHT AT MAGNOLIA BISTRO

An unusual but fun event... check it out: Community Compost Extravaganza: at Magnolia Bistro, 1 Lawson Lane. Enjoy great hors d'oeuvres and a beverage while sharing food-recycling tips at a fun downtown eatery.
We'll start off the event by learning about six Burlington area households who weighed their trash for a month. You'll learn about some composting options and then break up into groups to discuss compost methods that most interest you.

We'll finish the night with a Compost and Recycling Quiz Show. $5-10 suggested donation. Cash bar available. for more info, 338-0626.

 

COMMUNITY TEACHING GARDEN INFO SESSION APRIL 16

The Community Teaching Garden at Ethan Allen Homestead has space for 16 more beginning gardeners to join its Class of 2010. Participants in the 22-week organic gardening program learn the hands-on skills of planting, cultivating, and harvesting while having fun and enjoying a bounty of fresh delicious vegetables. Classes are held Monday and Thursday evenings from May 3 through September 27. Scholarships covering up to half of the course cost are available for anyone with limited income. To learn more about the Community Teaching Garden, come to an information session with Friends of Burlington Gardens director Jim Flint this Friday (April 16) from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Riverside Community Room (back of the 669 Riverside Avenue apartments, turn north from Riverside onto Intervale Avenue). Light refreshments will be provided. For more info, visit http://www.burlingtongardens.org/outreach.html or call 861-GROW

 

INTRO TO SQUARE FOOT GARDENING APRIL 18

It is not too early to plan your garden. Learn how to garden the easy way. Peter has been using the Square Foot Garden method since 1981.The method is easy, no roto-tiller needed. Permanent beds. No soil is too bad to start with. All organic methods. We will cover the Basics: Planning, Raised Beds, Permanent Paths, Perfect Soil, Grid Planting, Watering, Trellis, Succession Plantings, Maintenance, and how not to have a jungle of weeds in August!  The event is at City Market on April 18, 1-2:00pm. Pre-register at Customer Service or by emailing mklepack@....

 

FREE CATAMOUNT CLASSES DURING EARTH WEEK

Catamount Classes are free and fun non-academic classes open to UVM students, faculty, staff, and community members.
You are invited to the following:

1. Dr. Your Bike with Bike Recycle VT & the UVM Bike Users Group (BUG)!
April 20, 11am-2pm on the Davis Center Outdoor Stage near the Bailey Howe green. Get your bike ready for the Spring with a free class on basic bike maintenance. Free bike lights and patch kits to the first 50 people, and free safety gear coupons for all! Also pick up a delicious bike blended smoothie! RSVP encouraged but not required to Alicia.Taylor@....

2. Green Your Cleaning DIY with Laura Brown of Purple Shutter Herbs:
April 21, 6-8pm at the Pearl House, 12 Colchester Ave., 1st floor.
Open the windows & let the fresh air come in! Spring often triggers the desire to give your house a good cleaning, but are you concerned with toxic fumes or harsh chemicals that might be carcinogenic or the high cost of commercial products? Here are some very simple products & techniques to ease your worries about cleaning & expense. Before learning how to make your own antiseptic cleaners for kitchen, bath, & the rest of the house, we'll discuss individual ingredients used for cleaning - both good & bad. Also a quick lesson on herbal pest deterrents.  I'll supply plenty of ideas, a detailed handout & you'll have plenty of cleaners, that you make in class, to take home. Limit 25 people. Please RSVP to Alicia.Taylor@... to reserve your spot.

The Catamount Class Series is sponsored by Student Life Campus Programs and the Office of Student & Community Relations.


CITY MARKET TO HOST HERB GARDEN WORKSHOP MAY 1

 

Use the Square Foot Garden method to grow your herb garden.  We will review the basic concepts of Square Foot Gardening and how to use them to grow small and large herb gardens. e will cover the Basics: Planning, Raised Beds, Permanent Paths, Perfect Soil, Grid Planting, Watering, Trellis, Succession Plantings, Maintenance, and how design an herb garden. The event is May 1 from 1-2:00pm at City Market.  Pre-register at Customer Service or by emailing mklepack@...

 

FREE QUIT SMOKING CLINICS AT FLETCHER ALLEN


This is a 4-week quit tobacco group that offers free patches, gum, or lozenges. All services are provided by a certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist. Clinic Locations:
- Mondays, 1:30 - 2:30pm @FAHC, McClure 5 Conference Room, (Rm. 5111 on Level 5 - near McClure elevator)
- Mondays, 5:30 - 6:30pm @ FAHC, Frymoyer Resource Center (Level 3, near the Main Entrance Info. Desk)
- Tuesdays, 11:00am – 12:15pm @ Tilley Drive Cardiology Clinic Conf. Rm., (S. Burlington)
- Wednesdays, 5:30-6:45pm @ Community Health Improvement Office (199 Main Street, Suite 150, Burlington)

to register, 847-6541, wellness@....

*****

FUNDRAISERS

 

ROCK OUT FOR CRIME VICTIMS APRIL 16

 

ROCK OUT on ROCK BAND for PRIZE$  - and to help victims of crime, too.  On Friday, April 16 from 7-10 pm at Burlington's Contois Auditorium there will be a virtual "Battle of the ROCK BANDs" with teams of 4 competing on PS3-powered instruments for video game supremacy in categories like: best performance; best costumes; audience favorite and judge's pick for the grand prize.  $10 each to play, $5 to watch, register in advance to be sure to get a chance to win.  www.pjburlington.org/rockband.htm  Call (802) 264-0764 or email rbanbury@... *ALL proceeds will benefit the Parallel Justice Victims Fund, helping victims of crime in Burlington, VT regain safety and peace of mind.

 

CITY ARTS TO HOST DANCE-A-THON APRIL 17

The Dance-A-Thon is a fundraiser for Burlington City Arts and a celebration of the individuals in our community who help make our efforts possible. Teams and individuals raise money in the weeks leading up to the Dance-A-Thon to be sponsored to dance. The Dance-a-thon is a way to show your support for BCA and help raise funds and awareness for our children's art education programs. For more info: http://www.burlingtoncityarts.com/events

BINGO NIGHT FUNDRAISER APRIL 16


The Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes is hosting a BINGO fundraiser to support the end of year Camp Abnaki trip for the 2/3 classrooms.  Homemade snacks will be available for sale.  Please join the fun on April 16 from 6 – 8:30pm and bring your friends! 123 North Street. for more info: 922-8259, vincent.brennan@....

 

HEALTH CARE BENEFIT CONCERT APRIL 16

There is an effort to reform healthcare on the state level here in Vermont so that no more of our neighbors will lose their homes, go bankrupt, avoid care, or even die because the current system isn't working. Lets make healthcare a public good in Vermont and hear some great VT folk and roots musicians! The concert is at 7:30 pm, April 16, Unitarian Universalist Church, 152 Pearl Street, Burlington. Share an evening with some of Vermont's best-loved roots musicians including Scott Ainslie, Bow Thayer, Kristina Stykos, Patrick Ross and Mayfly (Katie Trautz and Julia Wayne).  Suggested donation $20.

FOOD SALVAGE'S SPRING BANQUET APRIL 18

The Food Salvage's 21st Annual Spring Banquet will be April 18, 5 – 7:00pm at the King Street Center, 87 King St.
Join this annual charity fundraising supper featuring a sampling of food from local businesses all over Burlington, including Chicken Charlie's, Al's French Fries, and Domino's. UVM's a cappella groups will also perform!

Tickets are only $5 for an all-you-can-eat meal, and every penny goes to the Lund Family Center. Tickets will be sold in the Davis Student Center at UVM the week of April 12, and are available at the door.

Come and eat, or contact Holly (holly.watson@...) to volunteer--helpers get to eat for free.

 

CELEBRATE VERMONT AND SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER

Celebrate Vermont with the Community Health Center and enjoy fabulous Vermont food, artisan cheese, drinks and exceptional auction items for a great cause! April 22, 5:30 - 8 pm, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center
Corner of Lake & College Streets (60 Lake Street), $75 per person ($50 tax deductible).

Delight your senses with a fabulous cooking demonstration by Steve and Lara Atkins, chefs and owners of The Kitchen Table Bistro. Bid during Auctioneer Ethan Merrill's energetic live auction featuring beautiful Vermont art, experiences, and edibles. Call 864-6309 ext. 191/190 or email jhallingbye@... to reserve your space.  Tickets went fast last year - reserve today!

Your contribution will help to support our mission of care for low-income, uninsured and homeless Vermonters. For more information visit http://www.chcb.org/donate/celebrate-vermont

You can also bid online for fabulous auction items and support a great cause April 12 - 23 at http://www.biddingforgood.com/chcb/CelebrateVermont!

 

DECORATED RAIN BARRELS AVAILABLE

 

The Winooski NRCD and the UVM GreenHouse Residential Learning Community will be hold an "Artistic Rain Barrel Sale" on UVM's campus on April 21, 12pm - 2pm AND  April 22, 3pm - 6pm. The specific location is outside, on the green between the Davis Center (590 Main St.) and the library. A rain barrel is a recycled food-grade barrel used to capture runoff from roofs, which can be reused to water lawns and gardens. Rain barrels help to save money on water bills, conserve water, and improve water quality through reducing the volume of storm water runoff entering local streams and lakes. Twenty "artistic rain barrels" that were painted by UVM GreenHouse students will be sold to the community on a first-come, first-serve basis for $25 each. For more information, contact Ashley Lidman at 802-865-7895 x104. Thanks to The Redducs Foundation whose support made this project possible.

 

CELEBRATION OF HOWARD ZINN APRIL 23

 

Come check out the film, “You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train” by Vermont filmmaker, Deb Ellis. This screening will be followed by readings of Zinn's work. The event is at Contois Auditorium (in City Hall) on April 23 from 7-10pm. Entrance fee is $10 to benefit the Peace & Justice Center. For more info: 863-2345 x3.

 

 

HARDCORE FOR HEALTHCARE CONCERT APRIL 23


Many of these bands have toured the country, most without adequate health care coverage or any at all, but all agree that health care should be treated as a human right and a public good. Doors for the show open at 7 PM and it costs $7. All proceeds from the door will donated to the Vermont Worker's Center, who coordinate the “Healthcare Is A Human Right Campaign.” 7pm at 242 Main St.

 

2010 COTS WALK MAY 2

 

The 2010 COTS Walk is on Sunday, May 2 and teams are already forming! Check-in at Battery Park, Burlington, at 1:30pm. The Walk begins at 2pm, starting and ending at Battery Park, with tours of COTS shelters along the 3-mile route in and around downtown Burlington.

 

Participants raise funds to support the programs of the Committee on Temporary Shelter, Vermont’s largest provider of shelter and services to people who are homeless and marginally housed.

 

To sign up: visit www.cotsonline.org or call 864-7402.

To volunteer: email marybethj@... or call 864-7402.

 

*****

SPORTS/RECREATION


SEAHORSES BACK IN ACTION

 

The spring sports at Burlington High School have started. Come enjoy the nice weather and watch the following home games this week:

 

Boys Tennis, 4/15 vs. MMU, 3:30 on the courts at Leddy Park

Boy’s LAX, 4/15 vs. BFA-St. Albans, varsity/4:00, JV/5:30 at BHS

Girl’s LAX, 4/17 vs. Rice, 11am/Varsity, 12:30pm/JV at BHS

Boy’s LAX, 4/21 vs. Rice, JV/4:30, Varsity/7:00pm at BHS

Softball, 4/22 vs. MMU, 11am at Leddy Park

 

*****

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

GREEN UP DAY MAY 1

 

Green-Up Day is May 1 and volunteers are being recruited to serve as site leaders. Site leaders will report to one of the city’s five Green-Up day “hubs” to lead small teams of volunteers to specific locations in that part of the city that need to be cleaned-up. The time commitment on May 1 is from 8:30am – noon.

For more info: http://www.cedoburlington.org/neighborhoods/programs_and_services/news_and_features.htm#Green_Up_Day_2010

If you would like to volunteer to be a site leader, please contact Andrew Graham at agraham@....

If you are a business interested in Greening-up on Friday, April 30, please contact Jenny Davis at jdavis@.../865-7172.

If you need any other info on Green-Up Day, please contact the city coordinator, Nicky Beaudoin at nbeaudoin@..., 865-7548.

 

BIKE RECYCLE VERMONT JAM APRIL 17


Bike Recycle will host its monthly “Bike Jam” this Saturday and would love to see some fresh faces down in the shop.  Bike Jams, for those of you may not know, are an opportunity for community members to drop in and volunteer with our small non-profit.  We will spend the morning working on bikes and cleaning up the shop.  No experience necessary and newcomers are encouraged.  Take a look at our website for more on what we do www.bikerecycle.localmotion.org.  There will be bagels, coffee and tea on hand so drop on in for some good company.  Any questions contact Dan Hock dan@... or call 802.264.9687.

 

MENTOR A WOMAN TRANSITIONING FROM PRISON

 

Support a woman making the transition from prison back into the community.  

The influence of a mentor can profoundly affect a woman’s ability to be successful as she works to rebuild her life.

If you are a good listener, have an open mind and want to be a friend, we invite you to

contact us to find out more about serving as a volunteer mentor. Training begins: May 5, 5:30—7:30pm.

for more info: call Pam at (802) 846-7164, www.mercyconnections.org

 

*****

MISC. AND OTHER COOL STUFF

 

BE A TREE KEEPER – TRAINING TONIGHT

 

The Tree Keeper Training Session is scheduled for April 15, 6-8:00 pm at the Burlington Parks & Rec Building at 645 Pine Street. A very informative program on tree care will be presented by Warren Spinner (Arborist for Burlington Parks & Rec) and Mat Leonard (Urban Forester for the VT Dept. of Forests & Parks). Refreshments will be served. You will receive another reminder in April, but I wanted to let you know early so you can save the date. This session is open to all Tree Keepers (this year's and those from past years) and the general public too.  Bring your friends and relations!

 

ONE MORE WINTER BURLINGTON FARMERS' MARKET APRIL 17

Take a nice walk or drive down to the Farmers Market on April 17.  Come down to meet up with friends, listen to some great music, enjoy lunch and sweet treats and stock your fridge for the week with local produce, meats and cheeses.
The event happens at Memorial Auditorium between 10am and 2pm.

 

AREA FAMILIES ARE INVITED TO DINE WITH UVM STUDENTS APRIL 17

 

Brennan's Night with Local families and kids: Hop...Skip...Jump on up to campus...and join us for an evening of neighbors, families and students...featuring:  Jeremy Harple "wicked acoustic guitar playing," local, sustainable, organic pub food, children's activities, raffle prizes and totally awesome community cheer.

This community event will be at Brennan's Pub in the Davis Center, April 17 from 5:30-9:00pm. This is a great opportunity for local families to meet students, play and share your UVM and Burlington experiences! For more info: gail.shampnois@...

 

CITY MARKET RECYCLING NEXT WEEK

City
Market will honor Earth Week with various recycling events throughout the week. Bring your old eyeglasses, old cell phones, old compact
fluorescent bulbs, and d gently worn jeans. The week ends with the Mow Down Pollution event where you can purchase a discounted electric lawn mower when you bring in your old fuel powered one. So while you're spring cleaning... take those things that you're never-going-to-use-again-but-don't-want-to-throw-out down to City Market!  For the full schedule of events: http://www.citymarket.coop/news/mowdown

 

CENSUS MAILBACK DEADLINE APRIL 16

 

The Census Bureau is counting down to the end of the questionnaire-mail back phase of Census 2010. The “official” last day to mail back questionnaires April 16, although many of the Questionnaire Assistance Centers will be open until April 19. Households that don’t complete their questionnaires by the deadline will receive a visit from a census enumerator.

Mailing back the questionnaire costs 44 cents; sending a person to collect the information costs an average of $56 per household. Help us save millions of dollars by encouraging everyone who hasn’t returned their questionnaire to do so NOW!

As of April 12, anyone who did not receive a questionnaire, or who lost or threw out the one they got can call our toll-free help line to order a new one or FILL IT OUT OVER THE TELEPHONE. The phone number for English speakers is  1 (866) 872 6868.

Tips on how to bypass some of the recorded information to get to a human being are below:

1. Dial the census help line at 1 (866) 872 6868.
2. When the recording answers, wait until it asks you if you want to order a census form in English or another language (that’s the second option given, so you don't have to wait very long). Say "request census materials."
3. When the recording asks "Which would you like?" and starts to give you options, hit O (zero). That will take you to a live operator. Tell the operator you would like to request a questionnaire or fill out your questionnaire over the phone.

Let’s make Vermont count!

 

NEW COMMUNITY GRANTS AVAILABLE

 

AARP is pleased to announce a Community Action Sponsorship program as part of the Burlington Livable Community Project. This program will provide funding to Burlington neighborhood groups and small non-profits for projects that advance the recommendations in the BLCP report http://www.blcp.org/assets/files/GreatCity.pdf.

 

I have attached the RFP, application, and news release for your information. We will select three groups for one-year funding in the range of $500-$2,000 each. Deadline for applications is May 6, 2010. Information on the sponsorship program along with a downloadable RFP and application can be found at www.blcp.org.

 

For more info please contact Jennifer Wallace Brodeur at 951-1313 or jwbrodeur@... 

 

*****

COMING ATTRACTIONS

 

STAND AGAINST RACISM APRIL 30

 

YWCA Vermont is partnering with the national Stand Against Racism campaign, aimed at raising awareness about the role that racial inequity continues to play in American communities. On Friday, April 30 an estimated 200,000 individuals across the country will “stand” to express a collective commitment to build communities where racial inequity will not be tolerated. We are calling on organizations, businesses, schools, faith communities, and government
agencies around the state to become participating sites. Join with an estimated 200,000 individuals across the country who will “stand” (sit, dance, speak, and act!) against racism. Our strength is in numbers! Please consider joining Burlington’s Stand on Church Street in front of City Hall at 5pm, to convey commitment to making these ideals fully realized everywhere in Vermont. For more info: Rebecca Gurney at YWCA Vermont, 862-7520 or rebecca@...

 

BRANCH OUT BURLINGTON FUNDRAISING DINNER MAY 6

Dine at Uno Chicago Grill on May 6 and up to 20% of your check will be donated to Branch Out Burlington!   Branch Out Burlington is a local non-profit that manages the Burlington Community Tree Nursery, where we grow trees to be planted on the streets of Burlington.  Eat in or take out.  Lunch or dinner.  Be sure to bring a coupon with you.  The coupons can be found on the Branch Out Burlington website at this link: http://www.branchoutburlington.org/events/Unos_Branch_Out_Burlington.pdf

 

LUND FAMILY CENTER MOTHER'S DAY RIDE


Save the Date, Celebrate, and Participate: Announcing Lund Family Center's 2nd Annual Mother's Day Ride. Register today, volunteer or sponsor a friend. Enjoy great food from Boloco Inspired Burritos, VT Brownie Company, City Market, Ben and Jerry's, Healthy Living and more. FREE T-shirts and Ride Bags. Prizes for the highest fundraisers like a Burton Snowboard package, iPhone, and a catered dinner for six. 5 rides including a family ride, 10/16/30 and 55-mile training courses through scenic Vermont. Register today: http://www.lund.convio.net/2010mothersdayride or contact Mandy Sugrue for details: 861-2585.

 

LAURA K. WINTERBOTTOM MEMORIAL FUND SPRING FUNDRAISER MAY 12

Please Save the Date for our upcoming fundraiser - A Silent Auction & Wine-Tasting in Partnership with the Children’s Advocacy Center of the Chittenden Unit for Special Investigations. The event will happen May 12 at 5:30pm at Magnolia Bistro, 1 Lawson Lane in Burlington.
This special event will help raise funds to aid children who have been affected by sexual assault by providing them with scholarships to attend art and nature camps, as well as other restorative and enriching programs. For more info: lkwfund@... or visit http://www.lkwfund

 

RITA WHALEN TO BE HONORED MAY 18

 

When the Sisters of Mercy sold Trinity College in 2001, they wanted to continue their legacy of educating women and founded Mercy Connections. “Their values are embedded in our programs,” said Betsy Ferries, Executive Director of Mercy Connections. “The importance of building strong relationships with those we serve and continually asking what each individual needs to achieve self sufficiency is fundamental.”

This year, the coveted McAuley Award, which recognizes an individual who promotes system change and the empowerment of women through education, mentoring, and transition support as they seek to experience the fullness of life, will be given to Rita Whalen McCaffrey, Executive Director for the Vermont Dismas House. Rita herself was educated by the Sisters of Mercy and is devoting her life to help provide safe and decent housing for individuals coming out of prison. The Signature Event luncheon will be held on Tuesday, May 18 from 11 – 1:30 at the Sheraton Conference Center on Williston Road, South Burlington. For more information visit our website at www.mercyconnections.org. To register call Donna Maloska at 846.7063 or e-mail her at dmaloska@....

 

PERENNIAL PLANT/YARD SALE MAY 15 - SEEKING DONATIONS

Save the Date!! Save your Plastic Pots!! Save your household items!!

Flynn Elementary School PTO is holding a Perennial Plant/Yard Sale on May 15, with a rain date of May 22 to raise money for our school play, family fun nights, teacher support and playground landscaping.

During the first week of May our school will gratefully accept donations of home grown perennials, perennial divisions, and round plastic pots (6", 8", and larger containers). Exact date and times for donation to be announced.

For our yard sale we will be asking for donations of household goods, toys, and other items in good condition. Drop off for yard sale items will be May 14 at Flynn School. If you have items to donate but cannot keep them until the first week in May please email susanrutherford@....

 

USED BOOK DONATIONS NEEDED AT CP SMITH

CP Smith Elementary School will be having its second annual used book fair in May and is  in need of donations of used books that are appropriate for grades k-5 only. If you have books that you are able to donate they can be dropped off at CP Smith School in the front office. For more info: 660-9669

 

FUNDRAISING ADULT SPELLING BEE MAY 20


Calling All Spellers! The Integrated Arts Academy at H.O. Wheeler is sponsoring an Adult Spelling Bee. This is your  chance to pull together a team and strut your spelling prowess while raising funds for community organizations! This event will take place Thursday, May 20th from 5:30-8:30pm at IAA located at 6 Archibald Street in Burlington. Teams of four will pay an entrance fee of $50 that will benefit the IAA Parent Teacher Organization. Teams will be encouraged to seek additional pledges that will be split between the IAA PTO and the charity of your choice.

For more information email Colby Kervick at colbykervick@... or call 660-8890.

 

SEEKING ITEM DONATIONS FOR BAZAAR

 

The Champlain Senior Center will be having a Mother's Day Bazaar on May 8 from 9am to 2pm. The Center is in the  process of collecting items to sell at the Bazaar and REALLY need support from the community. Please consider doing some spring cleaning and donating your unwanted items. You can donate anything you would like as long as it is in good condition. Examples include: knick-knacks, baskets, books, cooking supplies, wreaths, decorations, movies, cds, old appliances, furniture, art supplies etc. Pretty much anything that you no longer want!

 

Please bring items to the Center, located at 241 North Winooski Avenue, in the McClure Multigenerational Building. Our hours are from 9am - 130pm M-F. If you cannot drop the items off during these hours, call 658-3585 for pick-up.  

 

 SLOW MONEY’S SECOND NATIONAL GATHERING

 

The beautiful grounds of historic Shelburne Farms.  A phenomenal roster of speakers, including Bill McKibben, founder of 350.org, Stonyfield Farm's Gary Hirshberg, Robert Zevin, the 'father' of the socially responsible investment movement, and Joel Salatin of Polyface Farm, made famous by Michael Pollan's Omnivore's Dilemma and the film Food, Inc.  The chance to hear investment presentations from two dozen small food enterprises and collaborate with folks from around the country who are finding new ways to connect money, culture and the soil.

Slow Money. It's not an ISM - as in capitalism, socialism, consumerism, market fundamentalism.  It's a new kind of social investing for the 21st century.  It's what comes after industrial agriculture and industrial finance. Join this emerging network of thought leaders, investors, donors, entrepreneurs, farmers, and activists for our Second National Gathering this June in Vermont. Together, let's fix America's economy from the ground up...starting with food.  

Go to http://www.slowmoneyalliance.org/national-gathering.html for details and to register. We are pleased to offer all CDVCA members a 20% discount off the regular event fees.  Enter the discount code ‘burlington’ to register for the gathering and ‘burlington+dinner’ to register for the Friday evening Farm Table Dinner in addition to the regular activities. The event is June 9 – 11 at Shelburne Farms.

 

 

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON IS HIRING

For info on openings within the city: www.hrjobs.ci.burlington.vt.us

 


#1090 From: Jenny Davis <jdavis@...>
Date: Thu Apr 22, 2010 3:26 pm
Subject: The Neighborhood BUZZ for April 22, 2010
jdavis@...
Send Email Send Email
 

Happy Earth Day, everyone!

 

*****

LOCAL GOVT/NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

 

GREEN UP DAY MAY 1

 

Green Up Day is May 1. Anyone interested in helping to clean up in your neighborhood is asked to report to one of five “hubs” between 9-10am to sign-in and receive the necessary supplies. The five “hub” locations are: City Hall Park, the UVM green, Sustainability Academy at Barnes, the Miller Center, and the DPW/Parks Bldg. Cleaning will happen until noon when volunteers are invited to attend a celebration in City Hall Park that will include food and music. For more info: http://www.cedoburlington.org/neighborhoods/programs_and_services/news_and_features.htm#Green_Up_Day_2010

 

If you would like to volunteer to be a site leader, please contact Andrew Graham at agraham@....

If you are a business interested in Greening-up on Friday, April 30, please contact Jenny Davis at jdavis@.../865-7172. There are currently two Friday business “hubs” where interested area businesses are invited to pick-up maps and supplies between the hours of 9 – 5pm: The Green Life/67 Main St and Redstone/210 College St.

If you need any other info on Green-Up Day, please contact the city coordinator, Nicky Beaudoin at nbeaudoin@..., 865-7548.

 

JOIN A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION – APP DEADLINE MAY 12

 

Burlington residents interested in filling one of the vacant seats on many of the city’s boards and commissions can pick up an application from clerk/treasurer’s office (located on the main level of City Hall) or can download one from the city’s website. The deadline for submission is May 12 at 4:30 pm. Interested applicants also need to communicate with your City Councilor as City Council makes the final decisions.

For a list of City Councilors: http://www.ci.burlington.vt.us/citycouncil.

There will be a “Meet and Greet” for prospective applicants on May 17 from 6:30 – 7:15pm and all applicants will receive information on this event from Lori Olberg in the Clerk/Treasurer’s office. Final decisions will be made on June 7.

Fore more info: 865-7136, lolberg@...

To see the list of open seats: http://www.ci.burlington.vt.us/citycouncil/committees

BECOME AN AMERICORPS MEMBER IN BURLINGTON

Dan Hock, an AmeriCorps VISTA at Bike Recycle Vermont, helps fix up bikes for low-income Vermonters.  The work done at Bike Recycle would not be possible if not for the volunteers who come in and give their time.  They help give low-income people a chance at independence by providing them with alternative transportation.  Dan and his volunteers at Bike Recycle provide insight on how to fix bikes, as well as providing bicycles at affordable rates. If you are interested in learning more about AmeriCorps, or becoming a member for the 2010-2011 year, please contact Andrew Graham (agraham@...) or Lindsay Reid (lreid@...). For more on this AmeriCorps story:   http://www.cedoburlington.org/neighborhoods/programs_and_services/news_and_features.htm.

BURLINGTON TRANSPORTATION PLAN UP FOR PUBLIC COMMENT MAY 11

 

The Planning Commission will be holding a public hearing on the Burlington Transportation Plan at its meeting on Tuesday May 11, in Conference Room #12 of City Hall. This is a multi-modal transportation improvement plan that provides a comprehensive and coordinated list of roadway, transit, bicycle and pedestrian facility, streetscape and land use recommendations for implementation. Those recommendations satisfy and help achieve the overall vision of the City developed in the Burlington Municipal Development Plan (MDP) and the Burlington Legacy Project. Once approved by the Planning Commission, the Plan will be sent to City Council for final approval and integration as the new transportation chapter of the Municipal Development Plan. The City Council will be holding two public hearings on the plan before adoption so more public comment will be possible at that time. For more info: http://www.dpw.ci.burlington.vt.us/transportation/TransportationPlan/BurlingtonTransportationPlan.php 

 

GOVT MEETINGS

Here is the link for a list of all Government meetings in Burlington for the week: www.ci.burlington.vt.us/events

*****

THE ARTS

 

VISIT FROM YAROSLAVL SISTER CITY DELEGATION


Through the efforts of the Burlington-Yaroslavl Sister City committee, Burlington will host a visit from a delegation from the City of Yaroslavl, Russia, April 27 through May 2.  The delegation will include government officials and musical performers and is in conjunction with Yaroslavl's celebration of its 1000th anniversary as a city this year. Their visit will include a reception and performance on Saturday May 1 from 2-5 pm in the Firehouse Gallery, Church Street -- members of the public are invited to stop in!

 

FLEMING MUSEUM FREE ADMISSION APRIL 23-25


Come to the Fleming Museum annual Open House this Fri. thru Sun... FREE! Join local artist Clark Derbes Sat. (1:30-3:30) for interactive 'Art Shapes Community.' http://www.uvm.edu/~fleming

 

ANALOG PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT

Students in Jordan Douglas' Analog Photography in the 21st Century class will exhibit their final portfolio work which addresses the relevance of darkroom photography in the digital age. There exhibit runs through May 4. There will be an opening reception on April 23, 5:00-7:00pm, in Saint Edmund’s Hall Farrell Room 315 on the campus of Saint Michael’s College. For more info: http://www.smcvt.edu/news

FRIENDS OF INDIAN MUSIC AND DANCE APRIL 24


This concert will feature acclaimed classical Hindustani singer Ashwini Bhide, accompanied by Vishwanath Shirodkar (tabla) and Seema Shirodkar(harmonium). Join the festivities April 24 at 7:00pm in UVM’s Billings Auditorium, 48 University Place, (behind Ira Allen Chapel). Tickets: General $15 / FIMD Members $10 / Students $5. for more info: http://www.uvm.edu/~fimd, write fimd@..., 860-9556.

 

 CELEBRATE EARTH DAY APRIL 24

 

Celebrate Earth Day with local author and gardener/farmer Ron Krupp who will talk about his newest book: Lifting the Yoke: Local Solutions to America's Farm and Food Crisis. April 24 from 2-4:00pm. At the Peace and Justice Store, 60 Lake St (next to the Skinny Pancake). Refreshments by Love & Tea Co and Just Desserts. For more info: 863-2345 x2.

 

CONSIDERING NATURE EXHIBIT

 

Celebrate the tree through this exhibit of digital photographs and acrylic paintings through May 16 at the College Gallery, 215 College St, Suite 201. There will be an opening reception from 5-8:00pm on April 23.

for more info: www.215collegegallery.com 

 

JAZZ BASS RECITAL

 

Senior UVM Music student, Ian Kovac will perform his senior recital on April 24, 2-3:00pm in the Music Bldgs. Recital Hall. Free and open to the public. For more info and for more events this week at UVM: http://www.uvm.edu/~uvmpr

 

MIDDLEBURY COMMUNITY / COLLEGE CHORUS SPRING CONCERT MAY 8

The Middlebury Community/College Chorus will present a spring concert, titled A Choral Potpourri, at First United Methodist Church of Burlington at 7:30 PM, Saturday May 8th, 2010.  A free-will offering will be received for the benefit of Haitian relief.  For information, see the choir's website at http://go.middlebury.edu/chorus , or contact the church (802) 862-1151.

 

RESIDENT ADAPTS PLAY ON CHERNOBYL

The 24th anniversary of the Chernobyl catastrophe is April 26. Ward 5 resident, Spencer Smith, adapted this play from the book by Svetlana Alexievich and it has been performed at many locations in New England.
The radio version of the play (runs 45 minutes) can now be downloaded as an mp3 file from www.wgdr.org/voicesfromchernobyl. From there you also have the option of ordering a copy of the CD. For more info:  sspencervt@....
 

*****

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

SOLAR FOR YOUR BUSINESS WEBINAR

DC Energy Innovations, quality installers of solar electric and wind energy systems, will be presenting free webinars focusing on solar electric systems for businesses. The economic benefits of a business scale solar electric system and how it can be a great long term investment for your business will be demonstrated.  Basic information about business scale systems - what they look like, how they work and how much power they produce will also be covered. The webinar will also go into detail about the incentives, tax credits, grants and loans that are available to help pay for these systems.

The event is April 27, 2:30 – 3:45 and April 28, 10-11:15am. Please visit our Facebook Fan Page for more information and to RSVP for any of these free seminars/webinars. You can get there by searching for us or by using this link  http://bit.ly/7PRX7u

NIGHT GARDENS TALK TONIGHT


Celebrate Earth Day and join the Extension Master Gardeners TONIGHT at  6:00 when guest speaker will be Ann Milovsoroff talking about Night Gardens. Plant a garden that looks its best when you are at home to be in it.   Let's have a look at gardens for evening enjoyment, planted with night-blooming, night-fragrant flowers, reflecting stars in water gardens, mysterious and other worldly in moonlight, and -- if you must -- lit delicately and charmingly.

Ann Milovsoroff grew up in Vermont, received a degree in comparative literature, and then a Master of Landscape Architecture from the University of Guelph in Ontario. She was a landscape architect for Sheridan Nurseries in Ontario, then landscape architect on staff at Royal Botanical Gardens, Hamilton, Ontario for 14 years where she was responsible for design for the gardens and collections, the trail system in the natural areas, and RBG's winning gardens for Toronto's garden show Canada Blooms.

Directions:  Stafford Hall, Room 101, UVM Main Campus.  Stafford Hall is on the main campus, near the large, blue Water Tower. Follow the signs to FAHC and you will see a large water tower sitting inside of a big parking lot. Enter the lot and park on the far western side, near the water tower structure.  After 3:30, parking in the water tower lot is free (no parking tag required). Walk west out of the parking lot and cross the narrow road to the sidewalk. Go north down sidewalk, the Stafford building will be on your left. You will pass under a glass catwalk that crosses the road. Stafford Hall entrance will be on your immediate left. Enter thru the double glass doors into a small lobby with seating, large plants and an elevator. Room 101 is just around the corner on your left. For more info: 238-6324.

CITY MARKET TO HOST HERB GARDEN WORKSHOP MAY 1

 

Use the Square Foot Garden method to grow your herb garden.  We will review the basic concepts of Square Foot Gardening and how to use them to grow small and large herb gardens. e will cover the Basics: Planning, Raised Beds, Permanent Paths, Perfect Soil, Grid Planting, Watering, Trellis, Succession Plantings, Maintenance, and how design an herb garden. The event is May 1 from 1-2:00pm at City Market.  Pre-register at Customer Service or by emailing mklepack@....

 

SQUARE FOOT GARDENING FOR HERBS MAY 1

 

Learn how to use the Square Foot Garden method to grow your herb garden at City Market on May 1, 1-2:00pm You will learn the concepts of Square Foot Gardening and how to use them to grow small and large herb gardens. This course, lead by Peter Burke, will  cover the basics: Planning, Raised Beds, Permanent Paths, Perfect Soil, Grid Planting, Watering, Trellis, Succession Plantings, Maintenance, and how design an herb garden. For more info: mklepack@...

FREE CREDIT REPORTS MAY 19

Meet with professional credit counselors for a free, confidential one-on-one credit report review. Get tips on improving or repairing your credit. Free credit score for first 50 participants! Get information about other financial resources in the area. Walk-ins welcome, but appointments are strongly recommended. The event is May 19, 3 – 7pm at the Champlain Housing Trust, 88 King St. For more info and/or to make an appt: l snelson@..., 540-2569.

*****

FUNDRAISERS

 

CELEBRATE VERMONT AND SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER TONIGHT

Celebrate Vermont with the Community Health Center and enjoy fabulous Vermont food, artisan cheese, drinks and exceptional auction items for a great cause! April 22, 5:30 - 8 pm, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center
Corner of Lake & College Streets (60 Lake Street), $75 per person ($50 tax deductible).

Delight your senses with a fabulous cooking demonstration by Steve and Lara Atkins, chefs and owners of The Kitchen Table Bistro. Bid during Auctioneer Ethan Merrill's energetic live auction featuring beautiful Vermont art, experiences, and edibles. Call 864-6309 ext. 191/190 or email jhallingbye@... to reserve your space.  Tickets went fast last year - reserve today!

Your contribution will help to support our mission of care for low-income, uninsured and homeless Vermonters. For more information visit http://www.chcb.org/donate/celebrate-vermont

You can also bid online for fabulous auction items and support a great cause through April 23 at http://www.biddingforgood.com/chcb/CelebrateVermont!

 

SPRING BAZAAR APRIL 23

The  First Congregational Church on So. Winooski Ave will host a Spring Bazaar on April 23 from 9am – 3pm. There will be baked goods, gardening supplies, house plants, handmade crafts, and elegant recyclables.  There will also be a tea room where sandwiches, home made soups, beverages and desserts will be served. An added bonus: a fashion show from outfits from the Possibility Shop - the church's own thrift shop.

SALVATION ARMY BOTTLE DRIVE APRIL 26-29

Please consider donating your bottles and cans to The Salvation Army Bottle Drive from April 26 – 29. They will be going door to door and accepting bottles at all their locations during business hours 9 am- 4 pm during this period. The proceeds will benefit the Salvation Army's Youth and Children's Programs. Please remember all your donations throughout the year benefit needy families, children, and adults right here in Chittenden County. For more info: Danielle Eaton at the Salvation Army 864-6991 ext 108.

 

DINE ON TRADITIONAL NEPALI SHERPA CUISINE


East Ave. Cohousing will host a dinner on May 1, 6pm in their kitchen at 180 East Ave. The menu consists of meat and vegetarian phingsha with tingmo (stew with steamed dumplings), fresh vegetables, dasi rice pudding and tea. Suggested donation is $10-25 and proceeds are to raise funds to offset legal expenses to preserve 198 East Ave. for more in and to register: 399-2475.

 

BRANCH OUT BURLINGTON FUNDRAISING DINNER MAY 6

Dine at Uno Chicago Grill on May 6 and up to 20% of your check will be donated to Branch Out Burlington!   Branch Out Burlington is a local non-profit that manages the Burlington Community Tree Nursery, where we grow trees to be planted on the streets of Burlington.  Eat in or take out.  Lunch or dinner.  Be sure to bring a coupon with you.  The coupons can be found on the Branch Out Burlington website at this link: http://www.branchoutburlington.org/events/Unos_Branch_Out_Burlington.pdf

 

LUND FAMILY CENTER MOTHER'S DAY RIDE

Save the Date, Celebrate, and Participate: Announcing Lund Family Center's 2nd Annual Mother's Day Ride. Register today, volunteer or sponsor a friend. Enjoy great food from Boloco Inspired Burritos, VT Brownie Company, City Market, Ben and Jerry's, Healthy Living and more. FREE T-shirts and Ride Bags. Prizes for the highest fundraisers like a Burton Snowboard package, iPhone, and a catered dinner for six. 5 rides including a family ride, 10/16/30 and 55-mile training courses through scenic Vermont. Register today: http://www.lund.convio.net/2010mothersdayride or contact Mandy Sugrue for details: 861-2585.

 

LAURA K. WINTERBOTTOM MEMORIAL FUND SPRING FUNDRAISER MAY 12

Please Save the Date for our upcoming fundraiser - A Silent Auction & Wine-Tasting in Partnership with the Children’s Advocacy Center of the Chittenden Unit for Special Investigations. The event will happen May 12 at 5:30pm at Magnolia Bistro, 1 Lawson Lane in Burlington.
This special event will help raise funds to aid children who have been affected by sexual assault by providing them with scholarships to attend art and nature camps, as well as other restorative and enriching programs. For more info: lkwfund@... or visit http://www.lkwfund

 

FLYNN SCHOOL PERENNIALLY GREEN SALE MAY 15


Flynn Elementary School is holding a Perennial Plant/Yard Sale on May 15 from 8-3pm. (Rain date is May 22), The school is gratefully receiving donations of plastic pots, 6 inch or larger, to re-pot the perennials and your extra perennials and perennial divisions. They will receive these donations at Flynn School, 1645 North Ave, on May 3 and 4 from 3-6pm. Questions:flynnschoolpto@....


Also on May 15, Flynn will holding a Yard Sale and would be grateful to receive your donations of household items, sporting goods, toys, etc. on May 14 from 2:30-7pm at Flynn School. Have a donation but can't wait until May 14th? Contact flynnschoolpto@...

 

Flynn is also in need of volunteers for donation days and for the actual sale date who are knowledgeable about perennial identification and planting/growing. If you are able to help please contact Susan Rutherford at 951-2571 or susanrutherford@....

 

*****

SPORTS/RECREATION

 

KIDS DAY IS MAY 15

 

Join the annual celebration about kids and for kids on May 15. This year’s parade will begin at 9:30am at Edmunds School and will travel down Main St to the waterfront. Everyone is invited to join us by contacting Martha Gile at 802.864.0123. At the Waterfront there will be activities, entertainment, food, games and more from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm. Admission will be $1.

 

SEAHORSE SPRINGTIME ACTION

 

Here is this week’s schedule of home games:

 

4/23, Girl’s LAX vs. MMU, Varsity/4:30, JV/6:00

4/24, Baseball vs. MMU, 11:00am

4/24, Boy’s LAX vs. Middlebury, Varsity/11am, JV/12:30

4/27, Boy’s LAX vs. MMU, Varsity/4:00, JV/5:30

 

For more info: www.bsdvt.org

 

*****

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

2010 COTS WALK MAY 2

 

The 2010 COTS Walk is on Sunday, May 2 and teams are already forming! Check-in at Battery Park, Burlington, at 1:30pm. The Walk begins at 2pm, starting and ending at Battery Park, with tours of COTS shelters along the 3-mile route in and around downtown Burlington.

 

Participants raise funds to support the programs of the Committee on Temporary Shelter, Vermont’s largest provider of shelter and services to people who are homeless and marginally housed.

 

To sign up: visit www.cotsonline.org or call 864-7402.

To volunteer: email marybethj@... or call 864-7402.

 

MENTOR A WOMAN TRANSITIONING FROM PRISON

 

Support a woman making the transition from prison back into the community.  

The influence of a mentor can profoundly affect a woman’s ability to be successful as she works to rebuild her life.

If you are a good listener, have an open mind and want to be a friend, we invite you to

contact us to find out more about serving as a volunteer mentor. Training begins: May 5, 5:30—7:30pm.

for more info: call Pam at (802) 846-7164, www.mercyconnections.org

 

*****

MISC. AND OTHER COOL STUFF

 

CSWD'S FREE TIRE ROUND UP AND FOOD DRIVE APRIL 24

CSWD's annual tire round up is April 24, 8am – 3:30pm at all of the CSWD Drop-off centers. This year’s event will include a food drive, so please bring a donation of non-perishable, unexpired food items.

LIMITS:
- Maximum tire rim size: 19.5"
- Limit of 4 per person at all DOCs except Williston
- Additional tires: $2.75 - $5.25 each
- The Williston Drop-Off Center will accept up to 8 tires (additional tires: $2.25 - $3.75 each)
- Tires on rims: additional $1 fee each.
 
The tire round up is open to Chittenden County Residents only--but anyone can participate in the food drive and bring in:
- Canned fish, meat, fruits, veggies, and soups
- Cereal and pasta
- Boxed meals such as mac & cheese, Hamburger Helper, etc.

The food drive benefits local food banks affiliated with the Vermont Food Bank Network http://www.vtfoodbank.org

for more info: http://www.cswd.net, 872-8111.

 

STAND AGAINST RACISM APRIL 30

 

YWCA Vermont is partnering with the national Stand Against Racism campaign, aimed at raising awareness about the role that racial inequity continues to play in American communities. On Friday, April 30 an estimated 200,000 individuals across the country will “stand” to express a collective commitment to build communities where racial inequity will not be tolerated. We are calling on organizations, businesses, schools, faith communities, and government
agencies around the state to become participating sites. Join with an estimated 200,000 individuals across the country who will “stand” (sit, dance, speak, and act!) against racism. Our strength is in numbers! Please consider joining Burlington’s Stand on Church Street in front of City Hall at 5pm, to convey commitment to making these ideals fully realized everywhere in Vermont. For more info: Rebecca Gurney at YWCA Vermont, 862-7520 or rebecca@...

 

SPRING PLANT SALE IN ONE MAY 8

 

Come to the 0th Annual Spring Plant Sale to support neighborhood community gardening in Burlington. Presented by Grow Team ONE and FBG at Roosevelt Park in Burlington, 9 am - 4 pm May 8.

 

MOTHERS AGAINST WAR MAY 9

 

Join an intergenerational celebration of the origin of Mothers' Day and Mothers Against War. Help us celebrate mothers and peace activists Robin Lloyd and Wendy Coe, the founding mothers of the Peace & Justice Center and long time activists. Celebrate the mothers in your lives. Music, fun, food, flowers for moms! Bring the family. At the Unitarian Universalist Society,May 9, 3-5:00pm. For more info: 863-2345 x1.

 

SPECTRUM HIRING

 

Spectrum Youth & Family Services is seeking 2 part-time (15 hrs/week) Young Adult Navigators, between the ages of 18-25. This position will assist young adults living in Chittenden County (ages 16-21) to secure information and connect to existing community services and resources, to ensure they will have adequate preparation and the necessary supports to be productively engaged in the community and free from incarceration.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate a clear understanding of some of the issues which may be facing the target population, including homelessness, HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, physical and mental health issues, family conflict, etc. Driver's license and reliable vehicle are required. Please send cover letter and resume to: Spectrum Youth & Family Services, Attn: BE, 177 Pearl St, Burlington, VT 05401. No phone calls please.

 

*****

COMING ATTRACTIONS

 

RITA WHALEN TO BE HONORED MAY 18

 

When the Sisters of Mercy sold Trinity College in 2001, they wanted to continue their legacy of educating women and founded Mercy Connections. “Their values are embedded in our programs,” said Betsy Ferries, Executive Director of Mercy Connections. “The importance of building strong relationships with those we serve and continually asking what each individual needs to achieve self sufficiency is fundamental.”

This year, the coveted McAuley Award, which recognizes an individual who promotes system change and the empowerment of women through education, mentoring, and transition support as they seek to experience the fullness of life, will be given to Rita Whalen McCaffrey, Executive Director for the Vermont Dismas House. Rita herself was educated by the Sisters of Mercy and is devoting her life to help provide safe and decent housing for individuals coming out of prison. The Signature Event luncheon will be held on Tuesday, May 18 from 11 – 1:30 at the Sheraton Conference Center on Williston Road, South Burlington. For more information visit our website at www.mercyconnections.org. To register call Donna Maloska at 846.7063 or e-mail her at dmaloska@....

 

USED BOOK DONATIONS NEEDED AT CP SMITH

CP Smith Elementary School will be having its second annual used book fair in May and is in need of donations of used books that are appropriate for grades k-5 only. If you have books that you are able to donate they can be dropped off at CP Smith School in the front office. For more info: 660-9669

 

FUNDRAISING ADULT SPELLING BEE MAY 20


Calling All Spellers! The Integrated Arts Academy at H.O. Wheeler is sponsoring an Adult Spelling Bee. This is your  chance to pull together a team and strut your spelling prowess while raising funds for community organizations! This event will take place Thursday, May 20th from 5:30-8:30pm at IAA located at 6 Archibald Street in Burlington. Teams of four will pay an entrance fee of $50 that will benefit the IAA Parent Teacher Organization. Teams will be encouraged to seek additional pledges that will be split between the IAA PTO and the charity of your choice.

For more information email Colby Kervick at colbykervick@... or call 660-8890.

 

SEEKING ITEM DONATIONS FOR BAZAAR

 

The Champlain Senior Center will be having a Mother's Day Bazaar on May 8 from 9am to 2pm. The Center is in the  process of collecting items to sell at the Bazaar and REALLY need support from the community. Please consider doing some spring cleaning and donating your unwanted items. You can donate anything you would like as long as it is in good condition. Examples include: knick-knacks, baskets, books, cooking supplies, wreaths, decorations, movies, cds, old appliances, furniture, art supplies etc. Pretty much anything that you no longer want!

 

Please bring items to the Center, located at 241 North Winooski Avenue, in the McClure Multigenerational Building, between the hours of 9am - 130pm M-F. If you cannot drop the items off during these hours, call 658-3585 for pick-up.  

 

*****

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON IS HIRING

 

For info on openings within the city: www.hrjobs.ci.burlington.vt.us

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


#1091 From: "privatepswrmsg" <privatepswrmsg@...>
Date: Sat Apr 24, 2010 4:38 am
Subject: Message Alert - You Have 1 Important Unread Message!
privatepswrmsg
Send Email Send Email
 
Message Alert - You Have 1 Important Unread Message!
http://frdrtwr.zoomshare.com/files/sexygirl.htm

#1092 From: "newuukilly" <newuukilly@...>
Date: Mon Apr 26, 2010 5:46 pm
Subject: OMG, we have the same friend!!!!
newuukilly
Send Email Send Email
 
Oh My God, I just know that we have the same friend!!!!
http://whyno.zoomshare.com/files/photos.htm

#1093 From: Jenny Davis <jdavis@...>
Date: Thu Apr 29, 2010 6:46 pm
Subject: The Neighborhood BUZZ for April 29, 2010
jdavis@...
Send Email Send Email
 

 Hope to see everyone greening-up this weekend!

 

*****

LOCAL GOVT/NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

 

GREEN UP DAY MAY 1

 

Green Up Day is May 1. Anyone interested in helping to clean up in your neighborhood is asked to report to one of five “hubs” between 9-10am to sign-in and receive the necessary supplies. The five “hub” locations are: City Hall Park, the UVM green, Sustainability Academy at Barnes, the Miller Center, and the DPW/Parks Bldg. Cleaning will happen until noon when volunteers are invited to attend a celebration in City Hall Park that will include food and music. For more info: http://www.cedoburlington.org/neighborhoods/programs_and_services/news_and_features.htm#Green_Up_Day_2010 or nbeaudoin@..., 865-7548.

If you are a business interested in Greening-up on Friday, April 30, please go to one of two Friday business “hubs” where interested area businesses are invited to pick-up maps and supplies between the hours of 9 – 3pm: The Green Life/67 Main St and Redstone/210 College St.

 

STAND AGAINST RACISM APRIL 30

 

YWCA Vermont is partnering with the national Stand Against Racism campaign, aimed at raising awareness about the role that racial inequity continues to play in American communities. On Friday, April 30 an estimated 200,000 individuals across the country will “stand” to express a collective commitment to build communities where racial inequity will not be tolerated. We are calling on organizations, businesses, schools, faith communities, and government
agencies around the state to become participating sites. Join with an estimated 200,000 individuals across the country who will “stand” (sit, dance, speak, and act!) against racism. Our strength is in numbers! Please consider joining Burlington’s Stand on Church Street in front of City Hall at 5pm, to convey commitment to making these ideals fully realized everywhere in Vermont. Please come to Contois Auditorium between 2 – 5:00pm for entertainment, music. For more info: Rebecca Gurney at YWCA Vermont, 862-7520 or rebecca@...

 

WARD 6 NPA MAY 6

Neighborhood Planning Assemblies are grass-roots, neighborhood organizations that were established in each of Burlington's seven Wards to encourage citizen participation in City government. The NPA meeting in your Ward provides a great way to get involved in neighborhood and city issues and make your opinions heard.  The Ward 6 NPA will meet on May 6, 7:00pm in the Greek Orthodox Church, 600 S. Willard St. Come early and enjoy some pizza with your neighbors, courtesy of UVM. For more info: 865-7172, http://www.cedoburlington.org/neighborhoods/npa/npas1.htm

 

JOIN A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION – APP DEADLINE MAY 12

 

Burlington residents interested in filling one of the vacant seats on many of the city’s boards and commissions can pick up an application from clerk/treasurer’s office (located on the main level of City Hall) or can download one from the city’s website. The deadline for submission is May 12 at 4:30 pm. Interested applicants also need to communicate with your City Councilor as City Council makes the final decisions.

For a list of City Councilors: http://www.ci.burlington.vt.us/citycouncil.

There will be a “Meet and Greet” for prospective applicants on May 17 from 6:30 – 7:15pm and all applicants will receive information on this event from Lori Olberg in the Clerk/Treasurer’s office. Final decisions will be made on June 7.

Fore more info: 865-7136, lolberg@...

To see the list of open seats: http://www.ci.burlington.vt.us/citycouncil/committees

 

BURLINGTON TRANSPORTATION PLAN UP FOR PUBLIC COMMENT MAY 11

 

The Planning Commission will be holding a public hearing on the Burlington Transportation Plan at its meeting on Tuesday May 11, in Conference Room #12 of City Hall. This is a multi-modal transportation improvement plan that provides a comprehensive and coordinated list of roadway, transit, bicycle and pedestrian facility, streetscape and land use recommendations for implementation. Those recommendations satisfy and help achieve the overall vision of the City developed in the Burlington Municipal Development Plan (MDP) and the Burlington Legacy Project. Once approved by the Planning Commission, the Plan will be sent to City Council for final approval and integration as the new transportation chapter of the Municipal Development Plan. The City Council will be holding two public hearings on the plan before adoption so more public comment will be possible at that time. For more info: http://www.dpw.ci.burlington.vt.us/transportation/TransportationPlan/BurlingtonTransportationPlan.php 

 

MOTHERS AGAINST WAR MAY 9

 

Join an intergenerational celebration of the origin of Mothers' Day and Mothers Against War. Help us celebrate mothers and peace activists Robin Lloyd and Wendy Coe, the founding mothers of the Peace & Justice Center and long time activists. Celebrate the mothers in your lives. Music, fun, food, flowers for moms! Bring the family. At the Unitarian Universalist Society,May 9, 3-5:00pm. For more info: 863-2345 x1.

 

GOVT MEETINGS

Here is the link for a list of all Government meetings in Burlington for the week: www.ci.burlington.vt.us/events

*****

THE ARTS

 

VISIT FROM YAROSLAVL SISTER CITY DELEGATION


Through the efforts of the Burlington-Yaroslavl Sister City committee, Burlington will host a visit from a delegation from the City of Yaroslavl, Russia, April 27 through May 2.  The delegation will include government officials and musical performers and is in conjunction with Yaroslavl's celebration of its 1000th anniversary as a city this year. Their visit will include a reception and performance on Saturday May 1 from 2-5 pm in the Firehouse Gallery, Church Street -- members of the public are invited to stop in!

 

BURLINGTON COMMUNITY CHOIR TO PERFORM TWO CONCERTS

 

The Burlington Community Choir is stronger than ever with 45 members!  This one-hour program is both rousing and thoughtful with its mix of music from all over the world. Join us for a FREE concert that is always an inspirational evening on either April 30 or May 1 at 7:30pm. Both performances at The First Congregational Church Chapel, 38 So. Winooski Ave. (across from Rite Aid).

EXHIBITION: BORDERS, BOUNDARIES AND CREATIVE APPROACH TO THE UNFAMILIAR

Multicultural experience has been shown to have a strong influence on creativity. Artists have often found inspiration in people, places and things that are not from their everyday environment. Whether it is an apprehension of "The Other," or an enhancement of the connection between one's own "Tribal Roots" and universal meanings, we can be deeply touched by an experience with the unfamiliar.

The exhibit will run through May 6, weekdays 8am – 4pm at Allen House Multicultural Art Gallery at University of Vermont, 461 Main St. for more info: 658-1208.

Parking: the lot directly behind the Allen House is a bit tricky-- there are some 30 minute meters, and handicapped spaces. Otherwise it is by permit only. Parking in the street is suggested: Main, Maple, College, and South Prospect on southern end. Opening Reception TODAY, 3-5pm. Music and food. Free and open to the public.

 

MIDDLEBURY COMMUNITY / COLLEGE CHORUS SPRING CONCERT MAY 8

The Middlebury Community/College Chorus will present a spring concert, titled A Choral Potpourri, at First United Methodist Church of Burlington at 7:30pm on May 8. A free-will offering will be received for the benefit of Haitian relief.  For more info:  http://go.middlebury.edu/chorus , or 862-1151.

 

*****

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

FREE CREDIT REPORTS MAY 19

Meet with professional credit counselors for a free, confidential one-on-one credit report review. Get tips on improving or repairing your credit. Free credit score for first 50 participants! Get information about other financial resources in the area. Walk-ins welcome, but appointments are strongly recommended. The event is May 19, 3 – 7pm at the Champlain Housing Trust, 88 King St. For more info and/or to make an appt: l snelson@..., 540-2569.

 SQUARE FOOT GARDENING FOR HERBS

Learn how to use the Square Foot Garden method to grow your herb garden at City Market on May 1, 1-2:00pm You will learn the concepts of Square Foot Gardening and how to use them to grow small and large herb gardens. This course, lead by Peter Burke, will  cover the basics: Planning, Raised Beds, Permanent Paths, Perfect Soil, Grid Planting, Watering, Trellis, Succession Plantings, Maintenance, and how design an herb garden. For more info: mklepack@...

 

 

*****

FUNDRAISERS

 

2010 COTS WALK MAY 2

 

The 2010 COTS Walk is on Sunday, May 2 and teams are already forming! Check-in at Battery Park, Burlington, at 1:30pm. The Walk begins at 2pm, starting and ending at Battery Park, with tours of COTS shelters along the 3-mile route in and around downtown BurlingtonParticipants raise funds to support the programs of the Committee on Temporary Shelter, Vermont’s largest provider of shelter and services to people who are homeless and marginally housed. To sign up: visit www.cotsonline.org or call 864-7402.

 

DINE ON TRADITIONAL NEPALI SHERPA CUISINE


East Ave. Cohousing will host a dinner on May 1, 6pm in their kitchen at 180 East Ave. The menu consists of meat and vegetarian phingsha with tingmo (stew with steamed dumplings), fresh vegetables, dasi rice pudding and tea. Suggested donation is $10-25 and proceeds are to raise funds to offset legal expenses to preserve 198 East Ave. for more in and to register: 399-2475.

 

 

ST. PAUL'S SILENT AUCTION MAY 7

St. Paul's Sixth Annual Silent Auction will be held on May 7 at St. Paul's Cathedral, 2 Cherry Street, Burlington. The evening begins at 6:30 with hearty finger foods and fellowship - and bidding on the many great auction items.  Bids are tallied from 8 to 9 while you enjoy an elegant dessert.  Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Proceeds benefit Vermont Interfaith Action http://viavt.org   for more info: 238-6020 or carolpwalters@... or visit St. Paul's web page, http://www.stpaulscathedralvt.org/specialevents.html.

 

BURLINGTON BIG TRUCK DAY MAY 8

 

A great family event - come check out big trucks in person, including a fire engine, ambulance, Dump Truck, Cement Mixer, Camper and more. Kids can climb on the trucks to see how they work while enjoying live music and performances by Jeh Kulu African Dance and Drummers, Robert Resnik and Megan Butterfield, and Brett Hughes. Homemade baked goods will be available, a special Mother's Day arts and crafts project, and a toy truck raffle. Admission is $5/family. All proceeds benefit Robin's Nest Children's Center. May 8, 10am-1pm in the St. Joseph's School Parking Lot (on North Street). For more info: 864-8191

 

BRANCH OUT BURLINGTON FUNDRAISING DINNER MAY 6

Dine at Uno Chicago Grill on May 6 and up to 20% of your check will be donated to Branch Out Burlington!   Branch Out Burlington is a local non-profit that manages the Burlington Community Tree Nursery, where we grow trees to be planted on the streets of Burlington.  Eat in or take out.  Lunch or dinner.  Be sure to bring a coupon with you.  The coupons can be found on the Branch Out Burlington website at this link: http://www.branchoutburlington.org/events/Unos_Branch_Out_Burlington.pdf

 

LUND FAMILY CENTER MOTHER'S DAY RIDE

Save the Date, Celebrate, and Participate: Announcing Lund Family Center's 2nd Annual Mother's Day Ride. Register today, volunteer or sponsor a friend. Enjoy great food from Boloco Inspired Burritos, VT Brownie Company, City Market, Ben and Jerry's, Healthy Living and more. FREE T-shirts and Ride Bags. Prizes for the highest fundraisers like a Burton Snowboard package, iPhone, and a catered dinner for six. 5 rides including a family ride, 10/16/30 and 55-mile training courses through scenic Vermont. Register today: http://www.lund.convio.net/2010mothersdayride or contact Mandy Sugrue for details: 861-2585.

 

LAURA K. WINTERBOTTOM MEMORIAL FUND SPRING FUNDRAISER MAY 12

Please Save the Date for our upcoming fundraiser - A Silent Auction & Wine-Tasting in Partnership with the Children’s Advocacy Center of the Chittenden Unit for Special Investigations. The event will happen May 12 at 5:30pm at Magnolia Bistro, 1 Lawson Lane in Burlington.
This special event will help raise funds to aid children who have been affected by sexual assault by providing them with scholarships to attend art and nature camps, as well as other restorative and enriching programs. For more info: lkwfund@... or visit http://www.lkwfund

 

FLYNN SCHOOL PERENNIALLY GREEN SALE MAY 15


Flynn Elementary School is holding a Perennial Plant/Yard Sale on May 15 from 8-3pm. (Rain date is May 22), The school is gratefully receiving donations of plastic pots, 6 inch or larger, to re-pot the perennials and your extra perennials and perennial divisions. They will receive these donations at Flynn School, 1645 North Ave, on May 3 and 4 from 3-6pm. Questions:flynnschoolpto@....


Also on May 15, Flynn will holding a Yard Sale and would be grateful to receive your donations of household items, sporting goods, toys, etc. on May 14 from 2:30-7pm at Flynn School. Have a donation but can't wait until May 14th? Contact flynnschoolpto@...

 

Flynn is also in need of volunteers for donation days and for the actual sale date who are knowledgeable about perennial identification and planting/growing. If you are able to help please contact Susan Rutherford at 951-2571 or susanrutherford@....

 

*****

SPORTS/RECREATION

 

KIDS DAY IS MAY 15

 

Join the annual celebration about kids and for kids on May 15. This year’s parade will begin at 9:30am at Edmunds School and will travel down Main St to the waterfront. Everyone is invited to join us by contacting Martha Gile at 802.864.0123. At the Waterfront there will be activities, entertainment, food, games and more from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm. Admission will be $1.

 

SEAHORSE SPRINGTIME ACTION

 

Here is this week’s schedule of home games:

 

4/29, Baseball vs. Spaulding, 4:000pm

4/29, Softball vs. Milton, 4:00pm

5/4, Boy’s LAX vs. CVU, Varsity/7:00pm, JV/5:30

5/5, Girl’s LAX vs. CVU, Varsity/7:00, JV/5:30

 

For more info: www.bsdvt.org

 

*****

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

STARR FARM DOG PARK NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

 

Starr Farm Dog Park is looking to increase the number of volunteers to help maintain and sustain the dog park.  For over 10 years, the Starr Farm Dog Park has been dependent on volunteers who have dedicated their time to keep the dog park operating.  Volunteers are crucial to keeping the dog park open and safe for users and area residents. If you are a current volunteer or interested in becoming a volunteer, please join us as we organize to increase the number of volunteers by attending one of two meetings happening on May 5 at the Miller Community Center, 130 Gosse Ct: 10:00am or 6:00pm.

 

For more information Contact Lisa Coven, Burlington Parks and Recreation at 802-863.0420 or lcoven@...

 

 MENTOR A WOMAN TRANSITIONING FROM PRISON

 

Support a woman making the transition from prison back into the community.  

The influence of a mentor can profoundly affect a woman’s ability to be successful as she works to rebuild her life.

If you are a good listener, have an open mind and want to be a friend, we invite you to

contact us to find out more about serving as a volunteer mentor. Training begins: May 5, 5:30—7:30pm.

for more info: call Pam at (802) 846-7164, www.mercyconnections.org

 

GET YOUR HANDS DIRTY FOR GROW TEAM ONE
The Grow Team ONE plant sale is set for May 8. The sale supports Grow Team ONE and Friends of Burlington Gardens in their neighborhood garden and garden-based outreach and education efforts. Info about the sale at www.growteamvt.com

The team is looking for volunteers to help with re-potting, sign-making, plant ID, plant transport, and at the sale itself. Come join the fun (and earn City Market member worker hours)!

Please sign up at http://www.doodle.com/553v5dmeauhiqw6h and be sure to leave your e-mail and/or phone number in the comments section so we can confirm your volunteer time.

*****

COMING ATTRACTIONS

 

CITY MARKET: BAKING WITH LOCAL FLOUR MAY 20

 

City Market has an exciting addition to our Bulk Department this spring: our first local white flour! Grown by wheat farmer Tom Kenyon on his farm in Charlotte, the flour is the first white flour grown in Vermont in recent times with high enough quality to be used for baking. Red Hen Baking has been using the flour all winter to make their local Cyrus Pringle bread.

As all expert bakers know, no two flours are alike and Randy George, owner of Red Hen Baking Company, will join us to discuss wheat varieties, protein content, flour grinds, and the best uses for each kind of flour, particularly focusing on the best uses of the local flours offered in the Bulk section. He’ll present fabulous recipes and techniques that let our new local flour shine.

The Growing Wheat and Baking with Local Flour Workshop is May 20, 7 – 9:00pm and is free. Please register at the Customer Service desk or by emailing mklepack@.... For more info: www.CityMarket.coop/news/calendar.

 

FUNDRAISING ADULT SPELLING BEE MAY 20


Calling All Spellers! The Integrated Arts Academy at H.O. Wheeler is sponsoring an Adult Spelling Bee. This is your  chance to pull together a team and strut your spelling prowess while raising funds for community organizations! This event will take place Thursday, May 20th from 5:30-8:30pm at IAA located at 6 Archibald Street in Burlington. Teams of four will pay an entrance fee of $50 that will benefit the IAA Parent Teacher Organization. Teams will be encouraged to seek additional pledges that will be split between the IAA PTO and the charity of your choice.

For more information email Colby Kervick at colbykervick@... or call 660-8890.

 

SLOW MONEY’S SECOND NATIONAL GATHERING

 

Slow Money. It's not an ISM - as in capitalism, socialism, consumerism, market fundamentalism.  It's a new kind of social investing for the 21st century.  It's what comes after industrial agriculture and industrial finance.

Join this two-day workshop on the beautiful grounds of historic Shelburne Farms and hear a phenomenal roster of speakers, including Bill McKibben, founder of 350.org, Stonyfield Farm's Gary Hirshberg, Robert Zevin, the 'father' of the socially responsible investment movement, and Joel Salatin of Polyface Farm, made famous by Michael Pollan's Omnivore's Dilemma and the film Food, Inc.  The chance to hear investment presentations from two dozen small food enterprises and collaborate with folks from around the country who are finding new ways to connect money, culture and the soil.

 

 

Join this emerging network of thought leaders, investors, donors, entrepreneurs, farmers, and activists for our Second National Gathering this June in Vermont. Together, let's fix America's economy from the ground up...starting with food.  June 9 – 11. Go to http://www.slowmoneyalliance.org/national-gathering.html for details and to register.

 

*****

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON IS HIRING

 

For info on openings within the city: www.hrjobs.ci.burlington.vt.us

 

 

 

 

 


#1094 From: Jenny Davis <jdavis@...>
Date: Thu May 6, 2010 3:56 pm
Subject: The Neighborhood BUZZ for May 6, 2010
jdavis@...
Send Email Send Email
 

Have a Happy Mother's Day weekend!

 

*****

LOCAL GOVT/NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

 

NPAS MEET THIS WEEK

Neighborhood Planning Assemblies are grass-roots, neighborhood organizations that were established in each of Burlington's seven Wards to encourage citizen participation in City government. The NPA meeting in your Ward provides a great way to get involved in neighborhood and city issues and make your opinions heard.   

 

The Ward 6 NPA meets TONIGHT at 6:45pm in the Greek Orthodox Church, 600 S. Willard St. Agenda items include year-end reports from UVM and Champlain College, plans for this year's Spring Move-Out Project, an dupdate on the Cliff Street sidewalk project, reports from City Councilors and school commissioners.

 

The Ward 5 NPA will meet on a new night (second Tuesday of the month) May 11 at 7pm in the conference room at the DPW bldg, 645 Pine St. There will be reports from various local and statewide elected officials, a progress report from DPW on summer projects.

 

The Ward 1 NPA will meet May 12 at 7pm in Memorial Lounge in UVMs Waterman Bladg. Mayor Bob Kiss will provide an update on happenings within city govt., and there will be other updates from local and statewide officials.

 

For more info: 865-7172, http://www.cedoburlington.org/neighborhoods/npa/npas1.htm

 

 

JOIN A CITY BOARD OR COMMISSION – APP DEADLINE MAY 12

 

Burlington residents interested in filling one of the vacant seats on many of the city’s boards and commissions can pick up an application from clerk/treasurer’s office (located on the main level of City Hall) or can download one from the city’s website. The deadline for submission is May 12 at 4:30 pm. Interested applicants also need to communicate with your City Councilor as City Council makes the final decisions.

For a list of City Councilors: http://www.ci.burlington.vt.us/citycouncil.

There will be a “Meet and Greet” for prospective applicants on May 17 from 6:30 – 7:15pm and all applicants will receive information on this event from Lori Olberg in the Clerk/Treasurer’s office. Final decisions will be made on June 7.

Fore more info: 865-7136, lolberg@...

To see the list of open seats: http://www.ci.burlington.vt.us/citycouncil/committees

 

MOTHERS FOR PEACE CELEBRATION MAY 9

The Peace & Justice Center and the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom will celebrate Mother's Day and Peace by honoring the two founding mothers of the PJC: Wendy Coe and Robin Lloyd. The event is May 9., 3-5:00pm on the lawn (inside, if it rains) of the Unitarian Universalist Society of Burlington.

It will be a family friendly, fun and meaningful way to celebrate the women in your life while supporting Peace.  The event will include; Reading the original Mother's Day Proclamation; Singing with the Raging Grannies; Music & comedy by the Hokum Brothers; Delicious food; Fun for the kids with bubble blowing! Bring the mom(s) in your life and her favorite potluck dish to share and your favorite Robin or Wendy memory. Bring a blanket to sit on and a bell. Outdoors, weather permitting.

 

PARENT INVOLVEMENT POLICY FOR SCHOOLS REVISED


Monday May 10, all interested residents are invited to review the current Parent Involvement Policy and to give input into revising this policy. This presentation will be at the Burlington School district offices, 150 Colchester Ave, at 7pm. Pizza and beverages and childcare provided. You can view the policy in advance and give feedback via the website at http://www.bsdvt.org as well.

 

GOVT MEETINGS

Here is the link for a list of all Government meetings in Burlington for the week: www.ci.burlington.vt.us/events

*****

THE ARTS

 

NORTH END STUDIO HOSTS POETRY SLAM

 

Bring your poems and lyrics to the Burlington Poetry Slam, May 8 from 8 – 11:00pm at the North End Studio, 294 N. Winooski Ave. for more info: http://vpal.typepad.com/vermont_performing_arts_l/

 

HIGHLOW PHOTO PROJECT MAY 8

Two youth services agencies, some of their clients, and a professional photographer have combined their minds, skills and talents to produce HIGHLOW, a conceptual documentary of the high and low moments from the lives of at-risk youths.

Large-scale photographs depict recreations of these decisive moments in vivid detail.  Audio narrations by the participants provide context and perspective to root the photographs in time and place and explain their significance in the lives of the clients of the two agencies. Their honesty provides a glimpse at the incredible range of experiences that have defined their lives.

The exhibition will be for one day only – May 8 – and is FREE and Open to the Public, 9:00am – 5:00pm at One Church Street, Burlington, (corner of Church Street and Pearl Street). Please Note: The exhibition contains adult content and explicit language.

 

QUEEN CITY CRAFT BAZAAR MAY 8

The annual Queen City Craft Bazaar will be May 8 at Union Station (1 Main Street) from 10am – 5pm.  The Queen City Craft Bazaar - Vermont's Alternative Craft Fair is an “indie” craft fair showcasing unique handmade goods from local crafters, designers, and artists.  There will be 44 vendors offering an assortment of unique handmade goods.  August First Bakery will also be on site selling beverages and locally made food items. 

There will be free parking in the lower lot next to the building and NO admission cost. Door prizes!  Food! Shop local, shop handmade. For more info: http://www.queencitycraft.

 

MIDDLEBURY COMMUNITY / COLLEGE CHORUS SPRING CONCERT MAY 8

The Middlebury Community/College Chorus will present a spring concert, titled A Choral Potpourri, at First United Methodist Church of Burlington at 7:30pm on May 8.  A free-will offering will be received for the benefit of Haitian relief.  For more info: http://go.middlebury.edu/chorus , or contact the church 862-1151.

 

TOP CATS SENIOR SHOW MAY 8

 

This is The Top Cats' final show of the year!Come to give 'em a good ol' sendoff, and to see them one last time--before you miss your chance! If you haven't seen the Top Cats perform this year, there will be a lot of new material, as this show will be the group’s most comprehensive show of the year. 8:00pm at the Ira Allen Chapel on the campus of UVM. Admission Fee: $5 Students, $10 GA. For more info:  617.935.1280.

 

*****

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

 

DIVORCED PARENTING WORKSHOPS

 

The VNA Family Room is sponsoring another successful “Cooperative Parenting through Divorce or Separation” workshop series. Please join us to discuss changing families and effective ways to co-parent.  FREE!  At the VNA Family Room (20 Allen Street, Burlington), dinner offered at 5:00pm, sessions from 5:30-7:30pm, limited childcare available for children under 6. May 18: Commitment to Caring and Loving Both Parents, May 25: Changing my Role and Emotions, June 1: Make it Better or Keep it Bitter, Dealing with Conflict, June 8: Negotiating Agreements, Co-Parenting is Forever.  Please contact Danielle at 802-860-4420, ext 3112 to register.

 

BAKING WITH LOCAL FLOUR MAY 18

 

City Market has an exciting addition: the first local white flour! Grown by wheat farmer Tom Kenyon on his farm in Charlotte, the flour is the first white flour grown in Vermont in recent times with high enough quality to be used for baking. Red Hen Baking has been using the flour all winter to make their local Cyrus Pringle bread.

As all expert bakers know, no two flours are alike and Randy George, owner of Red Hen Baking Company, will join us to discuss wheat varieties, protein content, flour grinds, and the best uses for each kind of flour, particularly focusing on the best uses of the local flours offered in the Bulk section. He’ll present fabulous recipes and techniques that let our new local flour shine. The workshop is May 18, 7 – 9:00pm at City Market. For more info: www.CityMarket.coop/news/calendar 

FREE CREDIT REPORTS MAY 19

Meet with professional credit counselors for a free, confidential one-on-one credit report review. Get tips on improving or repairing your credit. Free credit score for first 50 participants! Get information about other financial resources in the area. Walk-ins welcome, but appointments are strongly recommended. The event is May 19, 3 – 7pm at the Champlain Housing Trust, 88 King St. For more info and/or to make an appt: l snelson@..., 540-2569. 

*****

FUNDRAISERS

 

GROW TEAM ANNUAL PLANT SALE MAY 8

 

Grow Team ONE continues the Friends of Burlington Gardens annual Perennial Sale tradition. The sale will be held from 9 a.m.-4pm May 8 at H.O. Wheeler School in Burlington's Old North End. A beautiful assortment of potted perennials will be available for just $5 each. Proceeds will be split between Grow Team ONE and Friends of Burlington Gardens to support the development of neighborhood gardens and garden-based education and outreach.

Previous sales have included assorted day lilies, oriental lilies, Siberian iris, tall burgundy mums, blue iris, lily of the valley, Solomon Seal, Ostrich fern, Perfoliate Bellwort, assorted hostas, orange mint, chocolate mint, sedum, bee balm, chives, physostegia, pachysandra, violets, golden glow, hens and chicks, peonies, spiderwort, forget me nots, perennial geraniums, and more!

Thinning out your perennials? Have extra 6", 8", or 10" plastic pots? Teams of volunteers will be collecting plants and pots and re-potting donations up until May 6. We'll even help you dig up your plants! For more information, to donate plants or pots, or to volunteer, please contact Jess Hyman at 598-3139 or growteam@....

 

BURLINGTON BIG TRUCK DAY MAY 8

 

A great family event - come check out big trucks in person, including a fire engine, ambulance, Dump Truck, Cement Mixer, Camper and more. Kids can climb on the trucks to see how they work while enjoying live music and performances by Jeh Kulu African Dance and Drummers, Robert Resnik and Megan Butterfield, and Brett Hughes. Homemade baked goods will be available, a special Mother's Day arts and crafts project, and a toy truck raffle. Admission is $5/family. All proceeds benefit Robin's Nest Children's Center. May 8, 10am-1pm in the St. Joseph's School Parking Lot (on North Street). For more info: Tanya, 864-8191

 

LUND FAMILY CENTER MOTHER'S DAY RIDE

Get on your bike and ride with the Lund Family Center's 2nd Annual Mother's Day Ride. Register today, volunteer or sponsor a friend. Enjoy great food from Boloco Inspired Burritos, VT Brownie Company, City Market, Ben and Jerry's, Healthy Living and more. FREE T-shirts and Ride Bags. Prizes for the highest fundraisers like a Burton Snowboard package, iPhone, and a catered dinner for six. 5 rides including a family ride, 10/16/30 and 55-mile training courses through scenic Vermont. Register today: http://www.lund.convio.net/2010mothersdayride or contact Mandy Sugrue for details: 861-2585.

 

LAURA K. WINTERBOTTOM MEMORIAL FUND SPRING FUNDRAISER MAY 12

Be a part of a Silent Auction & Wine-Tasting in Partnership with the Children’s Advocacy Center of the Chittenden Unit for Special Investigations. The event will happen May 12 at 5:30pm at Magnolia Bistro, 1 Lawson Lane in Burlington.
This special event will help raise funds to aid children who have been affected by sexual assault by providing them with scholarships to attend art and nature camps, as well as other restorative and enriching programs. For more info: lkwfund@... or visit http://www.lkwfund

 

ITALIAN CUISINE AND A GREAT CAUSE MAY 12

 

Three Tomatoes Trattoria has selected the Community Health Center as one of the organizations to benefit from their Sustainable Communities program, where one night each month a non-profit organization will receive $1 for every entrée ordered. No one needs an excuse to want a night of fabulous Italian food, especially when it benefits CHCB!

 

Dine at any of the locations for the Three Tomatoes Trattoria (Burlington, Williston, Rutland, and Lebanon, NH)

On Wednesday, May 12 and $1 for every entrée ordered will be donated to CHCB!

For more info: 864-6309, Ext 191, jhallingbye@...

 

FLYNN SCHOOL PERENNIALLY GREEN SALE MAY 15


Flynn Elementary School is holding a Perennial Plant/Yard Sale on May 15 from 8-3pm. (Rain date is May 22), The school is gratefully receiving donations of plastic pots, 6 inch or larger, to re-pot the perennials and your extra perennials and perennial divisions. They will receive these donations at Flynn School, 1645 North Ave, on May 3 and 4 from 3-6pm. Questions:flynnschoolpto@....


Also on May 15, Flynn will holding a Yard Sale and would be grateful to receive your donations of household items, sporting goods, toys, etc. on May 14 from 2:30-7pm at Flynn School. Have a donation but can't wait until May 14th? Contact flynnschoolpto@...

 

Flynn is also in need of volunteers for donation days and for the actual sale date who are knowledgeable about perennial identification and planting/growing. If you are able to help please contact Susan Rutherford at 951-2571 or susanrutherford@....

 

*****

SPORTS/RECREATION

 

SEAHORSE SPRING SPORTS

The Burlington High School spring sports teams have the following home schedule this week:

 

5/6, Boy's Tennis vs. BFA-St. Albans, 3:30 (courts at Leddy Park)

5/7, 3:00 and 5/8, 2:00 - BHS Track invitational

5/8, Girl’s Tennis vs. Stowe, 10:00am (courts at Leddy Park)

5/10, Boy's Tennis vs. Colchester, 3:30

5/11 Baseball vs. Missisquoi, 4:30

5/11 Softball vs. Missisquoi, 4:30

5/12 Boy’s LAX vs. South Burlington, 4:00/Varsity, 5:30/JV

 

*****

MISC. AND OTHER COOL STUFF

 

BURLINGTON SUMMER FARMERS MARKET LAUNCHES THE SEASON MAY 8

The Burlington summer farmer’s market will begin its 30th season on May 8 from 8:30am - 2:00pm in City Hall park.

Each Saturday through October 30, over 60 vendors will set up with a wide range of products from farmers selling preserves and fresh vegetables, fruits, fresh meats, cheeses, maple syrup, honey and eggs. In addition find local wines, ethnic foods, and crafters selling everything from jewelry, handcrafted metal products, pottery and children’s clothing.
Live music and dance create the perfect atmosphere for lunch and stocking up for the week.

 

COWS IN THE DOWNTOWN

The Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce’s “Cows Come Home to Burlington” project will be unveiled this weekend. Find colorfully painted and unique moo-ers around the downtown area through September when they will be put up for auction, with a portion of the proceeds going to the Vermont Campaign to End Childhood Hunger.

FLYNN AVENUE SUNDAY MARKET

Food, Fun, Antiques, Unique Finds at the Flynn Ave Sunday Market. May 9, 10am – 3pm, 180 Flynn Ave in The Warehouse Express Parking Lot. For more info: Mary@...

 

KIDS DAY IS MAY 15

 

Join the annual celebration about kids and for kids on May 15. This year’s parade will begin at 9:30am at Edmunds School and will travel down Main St to the waterfront. Everyone is invited to join us by contacting Martha Gile at 802.864.0123. At the Waterfront there will be activities, entertainment, food, games and more from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm. Admission will be $1.

 

WAY TO GO! COMMUTER CHALLENGE MAY 17-21

 

The seventh-annual Way to Go! Commuter Challenge is taking place May 17-21! This event encourages participants to choose a healthier commuting alternative to driving alone such as walking, biking, using transit and ridesharing. By signing up at www.waytogovt.org you’ll receive instant coupons and also be automatically entered to win big prizes including iPods, snowboards, battery powered lawn mowers, overnight stays, restaurant gift certificates and much more. Accept the Way to Go! Commuter Challenge by taking the next two minutes to sign-up online at www.waytogovt.org. Businesses, communities and schools can compete head-to-head to see who has the highest participation rate. Winners will receive awards at a ceremony on June 17. Last year, in just one week, 3,552 Way to Go! participants saved an estimated 236,813 commuting miles, 206,000 pounds of carbon dioxide, and $33,000 in transportation expenses. You can help to increase those savings by signing up today!

  

PLANT SALE MAY 22

The Burlington Garden Club will hold its annual plant sale on May 22 at the UVM Horticulture Farm on Green Mountain Drive from 9:00 to 2:00.  There will be  wide variety of choice perennials from members gardens and from local nurseries, an excellent silent auction and a bake sale.  Burlington Garden Club is 76 years old and offers a great opportunity to meet fellow gardeners and hear wonderful speakers.  The group meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 1:15 at the Faith Methodist Church on Dorset Street. New comers are always welcome!
 

 

*****

COMING ATTRACTIONS

 

COLCHESTER AVE CORRIDOR MEETING MAY 27

 

Come to the first public meeting for the Colchester Avenue Corridor Plan. Let your voice be heard on transportation issues, such as traffic, bicycle and pedestrian access, and safety on Colchester Avenue. The meeting will be May 27 at 7pm in the McClure Conference Room, Fletcher Allen Health Care on Colchester Ave. There will be an optional walking tour (weather permitting) at 5:00pm. To register for the tour, 865-1794. Pizza will be provided at 6:45.

 

The Colchester Avenue Corridor Plan is sponsored by the Chittenden County Metropolitan Planning Organization (CCMPO) in partnership with the City of Burlington. Information from this meeting will be used to plan for more efficient and safe travel in the corridor for vehicles, pedestrians, bicycles, and public transit

 

All are welcome and encouraged to attend. All meetings are fully accessible. Individuals who require special arrangements to participate are encouraged to contact Diane Meyerhoff at least 72 hours in advance (802.865.1794 or 711 for Telecommunications Relay Services) or send a comment through the website at http://www.colchesteravenue.org and click “Contact Us.”  For more info: http://www.colchesteravenue.org, 865.1794.

 

*****

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON IS HIRING

 

For info on openings within the city: www.hrjobs.ci.burlington.vt.us

 

 

 


#1095 From: SAYED <sdfsd_sdf81@...>
Date: Thu May 6, 2010 4:59 am
Subject: The Hidden Secrets
sdfsd_sdf81
Send Email Send Email
 
Top Secret Message

This underground super affiliate is about reveal the top secret free marketing
system that makes him $65000 a month

Click here >>>http://money65k.blogspot.com/

#1096 From: Download FREE <sdfsd_sdf81@...>
Date: Mon May 10, 2010 12:33 am
Subject: Download FREE translator - 75 languages
sdfsd_sdf81
Send Email Send Email
 
Download FREE translator - 75 languages

One Click Translation From any language to any language
Translation to and from 75 languages

Download now FREE : http://bab-translator.blogspot.com/

#1097 From: Jenny Davis <jdavis@...>
Date: Wed May 12, 2010 3:39 pm
Subject: The Neighborhood BUZZ for May 12, 2010
jdavis@...
Send Email Send Email
 

*****

LOCAL GOVT/NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

 

NPAS IN WARDS 1, 2, 3, 4 and 7 TO MEET

 

The Ward 1 NPA will meet TONIGHT at 7pm in Memorial Lounge in UVMs Waterman Bladg. Mayor Bob Kiss will provide an update on happenings within city govt., and there will be other updates various other elected officials. The Intervale will also present their spring and summer events and offerings. 


The Neighborhood Planning Assembly from Wards 2 and 3 will meet May 3 at the McClure MultiGen Center, 241 N. Winooski Ave. There is a community dinner from 5:45 – 6:30, with the Assembly starting promptly at 6:30. Residents are encouraged to be a part of a discussion around Election Day – how to make it more of a community event and how that might help improve voter turn-out.  In addition, there will be updates from elected officials, the Intervale, and the Community Health Center.

 

The North End NPA will meet on May 18 with a pre-assembly walk-around starting at 6:00.  Preview plans for major impact development Starr Farm Senior/Assisted Living; meet and talk with Lt. Gov Brian Dubie; sign up to volunteer at the Starr Farm dog park; view displays and talk with residents working with The North End Farmers Market, Pesticide Education Group (Board of Health), Branch Out Burlington, Burlington Permaculture, and Healthy City Youth Farm at Hunt Middle School.

The Assembly starts at 6:30 with agenda items to include short reports from all of the above groups, a visit with Lt. Gov. Brian Dubie, and reports/updates from various elected officials. The Wards 4/7 NPA meets at the Miller Community Center, 130 Gosse Ct.

 

For more info on Neighborhood Planning Assemblies and for complete agendas: 865-7172, http://www.cedoburlington.org/neighborhoods/npa/npas1.htm

 

WATCH LOCAL EVENTS AND GOVT MTGS ON CHANNEL 17

 

This link: http://www.cctv.org/watch-tv/municipalities/burlington  will direct you to meetings, lectures, events etc all sorts of Burlington specific community and municipal programming available online, on channel 17 and on BT channel 317.

More about BT channel 317: Burlington City Council meetings, Burl. Electric Meetings and Some other Burlington meetings are shown LIVE on Burlington Telecom channel 317.  This is a great option for folks with families or who can't otherwise get out at night who want to stay in touch with what is going on but can't always make the meetings.  Live channel 317 program scheduling is available here: http://www.cctv.org/watch-tv/317/channel-317-schedule

 

 

WAY TO GO! COMMUTER CHALLENGE MAY 17-21

 

The seventh-annual Way to Go! Commuter Challenge is taking place May 17-21! This event encourages participants to choose a healthier commuting alternative to driving alone such as walking, biking, using transit and ridesharing. By signing up at www.waytogovt.org you’ll receive instant coupons and also be automatically entered to win big prizes including iPods, snowboards, battery powered lawn mowers, overnight stays, restaurant gift certificates and much more. Accept the Way to Go! Commuter Challenge by taking the next two minutes to sign-up online at www.waytogovt.org. Businesses, communities and schools can compete head-to-head to see who has the highest participation rate. Winners will receive awards at a ceremony on June 17. Last year, in just one week, 3,552 Way to Go! participants saved an estimated 236,813 commuting miles, 206,000 pounds of carbon dioxide, and $33,000 in transportation expenses. You can help to increase those savings by signing up today!

 

 

GOVT MEETINGS

Here is the link for a list of all Government meetings in Burlington for the week: www.ci.burlington.vt.us/events

*****

THE ARTS

 

DISSONANCE/RESONANCE EXHIBIT

Mia Feuer’s installations reflect a culture transfixed by violent destruction and convey a sense of the fragility of objects considered the most solid and secure. In her most recent work, the cobalt-blue structure of Collapse (2009) cantilevers off a wall six feet off the floor. Evoking the debris of a collapsed bridge, with rivet head studded beams and the cross-bracing Feuer is inspired by the 2007 Mississippi bridge collapse, wreckage of the World Trade Center and her first hand experiences both in Israel and the West Bank during recent conflicts. The exhibit will run through June 26 at the Fuirhouse Gallery on Church St. for more info: www.burlingtoncityarts.com.

 

TWO ACT “HORRIFIC COMEDY”

 

The Burlington High School Drama Club presents “The Craving” on May 13, 14 and 15 at 7:30 each night. This is a two act play that is a delightful mix of humor and suspense.


THE PAJAMA GAME AT EDMUNDS MS

 

The Edmunds Middle School Players present their production of "THE PAJAMA GAME" on May 13 at 4:00, May 14 and 15 at 7:00pm. There is a $5 suggested donation for the keepsake Playbill, and of course, delicious intermission snacks for sale. This is a family-friendly event! THE PAJAMA GAME is a story of factory workers at the Sleep-Tite Pajama Factory and their relentless struggle for a 7 1/2 cent raise. In the midst of this struggle, of course, are lively songs, romance, and some great dance numbers. The Pajama Game has been hailed as "the most infectiously joyful stage/screen musicals of all time."  Directed by Don Wright of Very Merry Theater, this production promises to usher in the 11th blockbuster season of performing arts at Edmunds Middle School.

 

*****

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

 

DIVORCED PARENTING WORKSHOPS

The VNA Family Room is sponsoring another successful “Cooperative Parenting through Divorce or Separation” workshop series. Please join us to discuss changing families and effective ways to co-parent.  FREE!  At the VNA Family Room (20 Allen Street, Burlington), dinner offered at 5:00pm, sessions from 5:30-7:30pm, limited childcare available for children under 6. May 18: Commitment to Caring and Loving Both Parents, May 25: Changing my Role and Emotions, June 1: Make it Better or Keep it Bitter, Dealing with Conflict, June 8: Negotiating Agreements, Co-Parenting is Forever.  Please contact Danielle at 802-860-4420, ext 3112 to register.

 

THE FLASHBULB INSTITUTE SUMMER COURSES

The Flashbulb is a Burlington based job training and skill building program to move towards ecologically sound, community based, local economies. This summer the following week long courses will be offered:
-  Carpentry:  Intro to Tools & Intro to Building
-  Bicycle Repair and Maintenance Levels 101 & 102
-  Urban Permaculture Practicum: Urban Food Production & Passive Solar Design

Visit theflashbulb.org for more information or contact us at (802) 881-0419 or info@....
This school was started in 2009 based on the idea that YOU are completely responsible for the people, circumstance, and ultimately the reality that surrounds you. We want to live in a world, nation, state, neighborhood, where each individual can fully take care of themselves, and better yet, can take care of and help the people and life around them.

BAKING WITH LOCAL FLOUR MAY 18

 

City Market has an exciting addition: the first local white flour! Grown by wheat farmer Tom Kenyon on his farm in Charlotte, the flour is the first white flour grown in Vermont in recent times with high enough quality to be used for baking. Red Hen Baking has been using the flour all winter to make their local Cyrus Pringle bread.

As all expert bakers know, no two flours are alike and Randy George, owner of Red Hen Baking Company, will join us to discuss wheat varieties, protein content, flour grinds, and the best uses for each kind of flour, particularly focusing on the best uses of the local flours offered in the Bulk section. He’ll present fabulous recipes and techniques that let our new local flour shine. The workshop is May 18, 7 – 9:00pm at City Market. For more info: www.CityMarket.coop/news/calendar

FREE CREDIT REPORTS MAY 19

Meet with professional credit counselors for a free, confidential one-on-one credit report review. Get tips on improving or repairing your credit. Free credit score for first 50 participants! Get information about other financial resources in the area. Walk-ins welcome, but appointments are strongly recommended. The event is May 19, 3 – 7pm at the Champlain Housing Trust, 88 King St. For more info and/or to make an appt: l snelson@..., 540-2569. 

*****

FUNDRAISERS

 

LAURA K. WINTERBOTTOM MEMORIAL FUND SPRING FUNDRAISER TONIGHT

Please Save the Date for our upcoming fundraiser - A Silent Auction & Wine-Tasting in Partnership with the Children’s Advocacy Center of the Chittenden Unit for Special Investigations. The event will happen May 12 at 5:30pm at Magnolia Bistro, 1 Lawson Lane in Burlington.
This special event will help raise funds to aid children who have been affected by sexual assault by providing them with scholarships to attend art and nature camps, as well as other restorative and enriching programs. For more info: lkwfund@... or visit http://www.lkwfund

 

FLYNN SCHOOL YARD AND PLANT SALE MAY 15

May 15 from 8:00am until 3:00pm, Flynn School on 1645 North Ave. will be holding a perennial plant and multi-family yard sale. Hot dogs, coffee, cold drinks, and baked goods will be available for purchase. All proceeds will go towards PTO and school sponsored activities and the school gardens. Please come out and support Flynn School and the kids!

Plant donations accepted may be dropped off daily at the school. Yard sale donations will be gratefully received on May 14th from 2:30 until 7:00pm. For more info: flynnschoolpto@... or 864-8478

 

CHAMPLAIN ELEMENTARY PTO PIZZA - ORDER BY MAY 18

Support a local business (Mama Mia's) and a great school (Champlain Elementary) by ordering Mama Mia's Pizza.
Orders due by May 18 to jennybreck@... (or Champlain families, send your order form/check into school on Tuesday). They come par-baked, so just need to be heated at home for 10 - 15 minutes. Cheese pies are $15,  pepperoni pies are $16, with veggie (spinach, garlic and olive) selling for $17. Champlain Elementary makes $7 per pie.  Pick up is on May 19 from 4.30 - 5.30 pm at the school.

 

WEDNESDAY RUNNING CLINICS

In anticipation of the 3rd Annual Run For Empowerment benefiting Women Helping Battered Women, a running clinic is being offered, all levels of experience are welcome. Come train with a professional coach to run a 5K or 10K, and get the individual attention and support needed to meet your goal. The clinic meets each Wednesday, rain or shine, in front of Echo at the Waterfront in Burlington from 6 PM to 7 PM.  The cost is $5 per session. For more info: 658-3131 ext 1076 or visit http://whbw.org.

 

*****

SPORTS/RECREATION


SEAHORSE ACTION

 

A busy week on the fields and courts of Burlington High School. Come out and cheer the kids on as follows:

 

5/12 Boy’s LAX vs. South Burlington, 4:00/Varsity, 5:30/JV

5/13 Softball vs. Rice, 4:30 (at Leddy Park)

5/13 Baseball vs. Rice, 4:30

5/13 Girl’s Tennis vs. CVU, 3:30 (at Leddy Park)

5/15 Softball vs. Colchester, 11:00am (at Leddy Park)

5/15 Baseball vs. Colchester, 11:00am

5/17 Boy’s Tennis vs. Essex, 3:30 (Leddy)

5/18 Softball vs. Vergennes, 4:30 (Leddy)

5/18 Baseball vs. Vergennes, 4:30

5/18 Track, BHS hosting a four-school meet, 3:30

5/19 Girl’s LAX vs. Essex, 5:30/JV, 7:00/Varsity

5/19 Boy’s Tennis vs. BFA-St. Albans, 3:30 (Leddy)

5/19 Girl’s Tennis vs. BFA-St. Albans, 3:30 (Leddy)

 

*****

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

SPRING MOVE OUT PROJECT

 

UVM’s office of Student-Community Relations will collaborate again with various city departments to host the annual “SMOP” event (spring move out project) on May 26 from 11am – 3pm along Loomis St. between School and N. Willard streets). This is an event that provides a place for residents and students to “swap” various reusable household goods, clothing, books, bikes, etc. Volunteers are needed to help orchestrate the event. Spend the afternoon outdoors and have some fun with your neighbors. For more info: 865-7172, jdavis@....

 

MENTOR A WOMAN TRANSITIONING FROM PRISON

 

Support a woman making the transition from prison back into the community.  

The influence of a mentor can profoundly affect a woman’s ability to be successful as she works to rebuild her life.

If you are a good listener, have an open mind and want to be a friend, we invite you to

contact us to find out more about serving as a volunteer mentor. Training begins: May 5, 5:30—7:30pm.

for more info: call Pam at (802) 846-7164, www.mercyconnections.org

 

*****

MISC. AND OTHER COOL STUFF

 

KIDS DAY IS MAY 15

 

Join the annual celebration about kids and for kids on May 15. This year’s parade will begin at 9:30am at Edmunds School and will travel down Main St to the waterfront. Everyone is invited to join the fun at the Waterfront where there will be activities, entertainment, food, games and more from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm. Admission will be $1. for more info: www.enjoyburlington.com

 

PLANT SALE MAY 22

The Burlington Garden Club will hold it's annual plant sale on May 22 at the UVM Horticulture Farm on Green Mountain Drive from 9:00 to 2:00. There will be wide variety of choice perennials from members gardens and from local nurseries, an excellent silent auction and a bake sale.  Burlington Garden Club is 76 years old and offers a great opportunity to meet fellow gardeners and hear wonderful speakers.  We meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 1:15 at the Faith Methodist Church on Dorset Street. New comers are always welcome!

 

*****

COMING ATTRACTIONS

 

COLCHESTER AVE PUBLIC FORUM MAY 27

 

The public is invited to a meeting to discuss the Colchester Avenue Corridor Plan. Let your voice be heard on transportation issues such as traffic, bicycle and pedestrian access, and safety. The discussion will be May 27 at 7:00pm in the McClure Conference Room, Fletcher Allen Health Care, Colchester Avenue. There is an optional walking tour (Weather Permitting) at 5:00pm. Meet at the FAHC entrance on Colchester Avenue.

Please register at http://www.colchesteravenue.org or 802.865.1794. FREE pizza to follow at 6:45PM

The Colchester Avenue Corridor Plan is sponsored by the Chittenden County Metropolitan Planning Organization (CCMPO) in partnership with the City of Burlington. Information from this meeting will be used to plan for more efficient and safe travel in the corridor for vehicles, pedestrians, bicycles, and public transit.

 

 

*****

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON IS HIRING

 

For info on openings within the city: www.hrjobs.ci.burlington.vt.us

 

 

 

 

 


#1098 From: Obama <sdfsd_sdf81@...>
Date: Wed Apr 14, 2010 4:20 am
Subject: We Need Employees From Home Urgently
sdfsd_sdf81
Send Email Send Email
 
We Need Employees From Home Urgently

We need persons to work from home , monthly payments, high commissions.
Join Us Now: http://www.moxserver.com/index.php/commission

Messages 1069 - 1098 of 1586   Oldest  |  < Older  |  Newer >  |  Newest Start Topic
Add to My Yahoo!      XML What's This?

Copyright © 2010 Yahoo! Inc. All rights reserved.
Privacy Policy - Terms of Service - Guidelines NEW - Help