Feb. 2, 2012

 

THURSDAY, FEB. 2

FREE CONCERT

Shelburne Vineyard’s ‘First Thursdays Music in the Loft Series” presents Phil Henry, folk artist, and musician and acoustic guitarist. Free. Share of wine sales to benefit Vermont Community Foundation’s Farm Disaster Relief Fund. 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., 6308 Shelburne Road (U.S. 7), Shelburne. www.shelburnevineyard.com.

 

SATURDAY, FEB. 4

ME & MY GUY DANCE

Williston Girl Scouts will host the 8th annual Me & My Guy Dance, an event for all Williston elementary and middle school girls and their fathers, or ‘Father to me’ escorts. Event is dressy so attendees are asked not to wear jeans. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Williston Central School. $5 per person, all proceeds will be donated to CY Mentoring. nmargi@comcast.net. 879-3014.

FRENCH CANADIAN SUPPER

A fund-raising supper of pea soup, meat pie, mashed potatoes, dessert and beverages. Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church Hall, 64 West Main Street, Richmond. 5 p.m. Free, with donation to benefit the charities of Rosary Council of the Knights of Columbus 4684. 434-3196(evenings). 434-2521(daytime).

 

SUNDAY, FEB. 5

CAMELS HUMP CHALLENGE

The 25th annual Camels Hump Challenge, a cross-country ski event that traverses the entire mountain — ranging in elevation from 2,500-3,500 feet — will take place at Camel’s Hump, Huntington. The fundraising event will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association, Vermont Chapter. 7:30 a.m. www.camelshumpchallenge.com. Rain date Feb. 12.

BEES, TREES AND COFFEE BEANS

Educator, author, beekeeper and Vermont Public Radio commentator Bill Mares’ lecture, “Bees, Trees and Coffee Beans,” will be presented by Branch Out Burlington! Mares will tell what bees, trees and coffee beans have in common, and how you can protect the planet. Free. Main Street Landing Performance Arts Center, Burlington. 4 p.m. mskinner@uvm.edu. 802-656-5440.

 

TUESDAY, FEB. 7

HOW TO NEGOTIATE A BETTER DEAL WHEN BUYING A CAR

Brenda Harmon, senior lender, will discuss how to negotiate when buying a car. New England Federal Credit Union, 141 Harvest Lane, Williston. 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Free, seating is limited. 879-8790. Nefcu.com.

 

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 8

LIFE MANAGEMENT PRESENTATION

Certified life coach and psychotherapist Helen Hipp will lead a presentation that will offer tips and strategies for families with special needs concerns. Free. 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Dorothy Alling
Memorial Library, 21 Library Lane, Williston. (802) 238-0822 or hchipp@comcast.net.

ADAPTATION IN THE AGE OF WARMING

Ecologist and author Amy Seidl will present a lecture focusing on her most recent book, “Finding Higher Ground: Adaptation in the Age of Warming, and discuss how capacity for resilience in the face of climate change can increase, drawing on examples ranging from Vermont communities to the natural world. Free. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Fletcher Free Library, 235 College Street, Burlington. 865-7211.

BLOOD DRIVE

The American Red Cross, Northern New England Blood Services Region, will hold a blood drive, Shelburne Town Center, 5420 Shelburne Road (U.S. 7), noon to 5:30 p.m. 658-6400. redcrossblood.org.

 

THURSDAY, FEB. 9

BLOOD DRIVE

The American Red Cross, Northern New England Blood Services Region, will hold a blood drive, Charlotte Senior Center, 212 Ferry Road, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. 658-6400. redcrossblood.org.

 

FRIDAY, FEB. 10 — SUNDAY, FEB. 19

GREAT ICE IN GRAND ISLE

The 5th annual winter festival on the ice in North Hero will feature two weekends of events including skating, a frozen bike regatta, sled dog demonstrations and more. Schedule is weather-dependent. City Bay, North Hero Village. Updates and schedule information — (802) 372-8400, (800) 262-5226 or 372-4161. www.champlainislands.com, www.heroswelcome.com, www.nhhlake.com.

 

FRIDAY, FEB. 10

BASEBALL VACATION PRESENTATION

“A Two-Week Minor League Baseball Vacation” will be presented by Tim Hess. The narrative and slide show details a trip by Hess and his brother that features 12 baseball games in 13 days in five states. Free, open to the public. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Faith United Methodist Church, 899 Dorset St., South Burlington. 863-6764.

 

SATURDAY, FEB. 11

WAFFLE BREAKFAST

Hinesburg Nursery School will hold its 14th annual waffle breakfast and silent auction that will also include children’s activities. 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. $6 adults, $4 children aged 3-12, children under 2 free. Admission will benefit the Hinesburg Nursery School, a non-profit, parent cooperative preschool. Hinesburg Community School. hinesburgnurseryschoolpr@gmail.com. www.hinesburgnurseryschool.com.

CPR PRACTICE

Williston Central School eighth-grader Tommy Watson will give the community an opportunity to practice hands-only CPR as part of his eighth grade challenge project. WCS lobby, 9 a.m. to noon. Free.

‘LOVE YOUR LIBRARY’

The Friends of Richmond Free Library will hold its annual “Love Your Library” book sale that will include material for both adults and youth in fiction, non-fiction (hardbound and paperback), DVDs and CDs. The event will also feature baked goods, live music and a raffle. One ticket $1, six tickets $5. Funds raised support Richmond Free Library programs. Richmond Free Library, 201 Bridge Street, Richmond. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. unnamedmtn@hotmail.com. 434-3036.

SNOWSHOE SHUFFLE

The Bolton Valley’s Snowshoe Shuffle, a 5k walk or run on snowshoes to benefit the American Lung Association, will take place, Bolton Valley Nordic Center. Pre-registration $35, includes a fleece hat while supplies last. Day of registration $40. Check in, 9 a.m., 5k, 10 a.m. www.boltonvalley.com. 877-9BOLTON.

 

SUNDAY, FEB. 12

DATE NIGHT CHALLENGE

Williston Seventh-day Adventist Church, 5330 St. George Road (Vermont 2A), is hosting a date night challenge including a “Focus on the Family” webcast featuring comedian Jeff Allen, musical guest Michael O’Brien, and speakers Dr. Greg & Erin Smalley. 1 p.m., no registration required, free lunch provided. 876-7837.

 

THURSDAY, FEB. 16

WILLISTON COMMUNITY FOOD SHELF MEETING

The Williston Community Food Shelf will hold its annual meeting and election of officers. The public is invited to and encouraged to attend. Anyone wishing to run for a position as an officer or board member should attend. 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Dorothy Alling Memorial Library community room. Johanna Masse, 355-3312. johannamasse@comcast.net.

MARRIAGE AND MONEY

New England Federal Credit Union, 141 Harvest Lane, Williston, will host a seminar on marriage and money. Lori McDonough, certified financial counselor, will make a presentation. 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Free, seating is limited. 879-8790. Nefcu.com.

 

FRIDAY, FEB. 17

BLOOD DRIVE

The American Red Cross, Northern New England Blood Services Region, will hold a blood drive at Fletcher Allen Health Care, 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. 658-6400. redcrossblood.org.

 

TUESDAY, FEB. 21

OPERATION HOME OWNERSHIP

New England Federal Credit Union, 141 Harvest Lane, Williston, will host a seminar on operation home ownership. A local realtor and NEFCU loan officers will make presentations. 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Free, seating is limited. 879-8790. Nefcu.com.

BLOOD DRIVE

The American Red Cross, Northern New England Blood Services Region, will hold a blood drive, Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Williston, 7415 Williston Road, 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 658-6400. redcrossblood.org.

 

THURSDAY, MARCH 1

FREE CONCERT

Shelburne Vineyard’s ‘First Thursdays Music in the Loft Series” presents Aya Inoue and Matt Harpster. Free, share of wine sales to benefit the Town of Shelburne Open Space Fund. 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., 6308 Shelburne Road (U.S. 7), Shelburne. www.shelburnevineyard.com.

 

THURSDAY, APRIL 5

FREE CONCERT

Shelburne Vineyard’s ‘First Thursdays Music in the Loft Series” presents Mike Colbourn, classic alternative and country musician. Free, share of wine sales to benefit Head Start Vermont. 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., 6308 Shelburne Road (U.S. 7), Shelburne. www.shelburnevineyard.com.

 

THURSDAY, MAY 3

FREE CONCERT

Shelburne Vineyard’s ‘First Thursdays Music in the Loft Series” presents the local Chris Dorman Band. Free, share of wine sales to benefit the Northeast Organic Farmers’ Association. 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., 6308 Shelburne Road (U.S. 7), Shelburne. www.shelburnevineyard.com.