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  • 'The School for Scandal' - Richard Brinsley Sheridan's classic 18th-century "comedy of manners" is transported into the swingin' 1960s in a style that director Peter Harrigan describes as "Amadeus meets Austin Powers." Saturday, November 7, 7PM at FlynnSpace in Burlington. Free; tickets required. [Theater]

  • 30th Annual Craft Fair - Seventy-eight crafters adorn tables with only handmade and home-baked items. Saturday, November 7, 10AM–4PM at National Life Building in Montpelier. Free. [Etc.]

  • 'Addition Subtraction Ball' - Charitable folks dust off their formal wear for a dance party to ditties by The Starline Rhythm Boys at this benefit for the Vermont Foodbank and Champlain Elementary School. Preregister. Saturday, November 7, 7:30–11PM at Sheraton Hotel in South Burlington. $25; cash bar. [Dance]

  • Annual Craft Show - More than 75 artisans peddle their handmade goods alongside freshly baked pies, books and other novelties. Saturday, November 7, 9:30AM–4PM at Williston Central School in Williston. Free. [Etc.]

  • Annual Food & Wellness Expo - Individuals boost their immune system by sampling natural and local foods and consulting with practitioners of alternative medicines. Saturday, November 7, 11AM–3PM at Lost Nation Theater in Montpelier. Free. [Health&Fitness]

  • Autumn New Wine Festival - Wine aficionados celebrate the season by sampling new holiday drinks matched with Vermont specialty foods. George Voland and friends add live jazz sounds to this festive affair. Saturday, November 7, 11AM–5PM at Shelburne Vineyard in Shelburne. Free; bring a nonperishable food item donation. [Food&Drink]

  • 'Bid & Boogie' - The Tammy Fletcher Band sparks a festive mood for dancing and food, followed by more than 100 silent auction items to benefit the Spring Hill School on its 25th anniversary. Gate House. Saturday, November 7, 7–11:59PM at Sugarbush Resort in Warren. $20-23. [Etc.]

  • Bird-Monitoring Walk - Participants of all ages scour the skies for a glimpse of passing migrants, lingering breeders and overwintering birds on the property. Saturday, November 7, 7AM at North Branch Nature Center in Montpelier. Free. [Outdoors]

  • Catherine Frank & Margaret Holden - The authors of A Kayaker's Guide to Lake Champlain give paddlers of all levels the scoop on choice shorelines, bird watching, diving and hiking. Saturday, November 7, 7PM at Brown Dog Books & Gifts in Hinesburg. Free. [Words]

  • 'Che' Part One - Steven Soderbergh's epic directorial effort charts the efforts of Che Guevara to free Cuba from a corrupt dictatorship. Catch the first part of this 2008 biopic starring Benicio del Toro. Saturday, November 7: 3PM, 8PM at Dana Auditorium, Sunderland Language Center, Middlebury College in Middlebury. Free. [Film]

  • 'Cinemania' French Film Festival - A lineup of 30 film premieres celebrates the best of francophone cinema. Saturday, November 7, 9AM–11:59PM at Centre Cinéma Impérial in Montreal. $8.50-10.50 per film; $49 per festival pass. [Film]

  • 'Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type' - Bovines put their demands in black and white in an hour-long musical adaptation of Doreen Cronin's picture book. Saturday, November 7: 2PM, 4PM at Akeley Memorial Building in Stowe. $10. [Kids]

  • 'Cozy Nook Craft Fair & Bake Sale' - More than 25 crafters and artisans display charming novelties, including jewlery, pottery, Ukrainian eggs and more. Saturday, November 7, 9AM–3PM at Essex Free Library in Essex. Free. [Etc.]

  • Dead Creek Walk - Shoreline strollers seek out snow geese and other migratory waterfowl, as well as local raptors. Meet at the viewing area on Route 17. Saturday, November 7, 9AM at Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area in Vergennes. Free. [Outdoors]

  • Dean Lacey - The professor of government draws on data collected by Dartmouth students and faculty during the 2008 election campaign to explore why both parties failed to win the key social groups they targeted. Saturday, November 7, 10–11AM at Alumni Hall, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College in Hanover. Free. [Talks]

  • Earth Spirit Conference - International speakers strive for peace and harmony in "Conscious Living in a Sacred World," with full-day talks on Saturday and workshops on Sunday. Saturday, November 7, 9AM–9PM at All Souls Interfaith Gathering in Shelburne. $100. [Etc.]

  • Empty Bowl Dinner - A simple homemade meal feeds 72 diners and raises funds for two area food shelves. Saturday, November 7, 6PM at United Methodist Church in Middlebury. $25 for bowl and dinner. [Etc.]

  • 'England' - This underground British hit explores the heart and soul of an empire. Saturday, November 7: 6:30PM, 8:30PM at Fleming Museum, UVM in Burlington. $24-28. [Theater]

  • Environmental Action Conference - Hundreds of Vermonters brainstorm strategies to develop a sustainable state through workshops and talks. Saturday, November 7, 8:30AM–5PM at Vermont Technical College in Randolph Center. $15-30 includes breakfast, reception and childcare. [Environment]

  • 'Fancy Nancy Party' - Girls ages 6 to 8 craft dolls of the fun protagonist from Jane O'Connor's children's book, before sitting down to sandwiches and punch. Saturday, November 7, 11AM–12:30PM at South Burlington Community Library in South Burlington. Free. [Kids]

  • Final Cut Pro Open Lab - Apprentice film editors complete three tracks of exercises as a VCAM staff member answers questions and lends a hand. Saturday, November 7, 2–4PM at VCAM Studio in Burlington. Free. [Etc.]

  • 'Fire By Friction' - Field instructor Max Drieger helps folks spark flames as he teaches this basic survival skill. Saturday, November 7, 1–3PM at North Branch Nature Center in Montpelier. $10-12. [Etc.]

  • French Roundtable - Speakers at various skill levels order café during an open practice session. Saturday, November 7, 9:30AM at Briggs Carriage Bookstore in Brandon. Free. [Etc.]

  • Grace Lin - The author and illustrator of Where the Mountains Meet the Moon regales little ones with colorful pages telling of a young girl's epic journey. Saturday, November 7, 1PM at Flying Pig Bookstore in Shelburne. Free. [Kids]

  • Greek Pastry Sale & Dinner - Break out the baklava and pass the dolmades! Home-baked treats crown this day-long, sit-down-or-take-out meal. Sale 10 a.m., dinner 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Saturday, November 7, 10AM–7PM at Greek Orthodox Church Community Center in Burlington. Cost of food and drink. [Food&Drink]

  • Harvest Supper - Tasty local foods boost a celebration of farmers and Art & Soul fine art, before dancing commences to live tunes. Saturday, November 7, 5:30PM at Robinson Elementary School in Starksboro. $5-10. [Food&Drink]

  • Home Energy Savings Workshop - Conservation professionals suggest low-cost weatherization measures to reduce wasted power. Saturday, November 7, 9AM–12PM at People's Trust Company in St. Albans. Free. [Etc.]

  • Katherine & John Paterson - The Barre husband-wife duo read pages from their individual works, including The Day of the Pelican and Roberto's Trip to the Top. Saturday, November 7, 11AM at Bear Pond Books in Montpelier. Free. [Words]

  • Lake Champlain Waldorf School Open House - Prospective early childhood, grade school and high school students explore the facilities, sit in on sample class lessons and speak to teachers. Saturday, November 7, 9AM–12PM at Lake Champlain Waldorf Schools in Shelburne. Free. [Education]

  • Mah Jongg Workshop - Learn the intricacies of the Chinese tile game with Hinesburg experts before taking a stab at it. Saturday, November 7, 1–3PM at Carpenter-Carse Library in Hinesburg. Free. [Etc.]

  • Mat Pilates Class - Angela Smith of Classic Form Pilates introduces folks to ab-toning, muscle-strengthening floor exercises before blending up revitalizing smoothies for all. Saturday, November 7, 1:30–3PM at Healthy Living in South Burlington. $15. [Health&Fitness]

  • Memorial Service for John Tucker - Folks pay their respects to and share stories of the longtime civil rights champion. Saturday, November 7, 3–5PM at Unitarian Church in Burlington. Free. [Etc.]

  • Met Live in HD: Catamount Arts Center - Opera singer Maria Guleghina stars as a ruthless Chinese princess in the high-def broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production of Puccini's last work, Turandot. Saturday, November 7, 1PM at Catamount Arts Center in St. Johnsbury. $20-22. [Theater]

  • Met Live in HD: Loew Auditorium - Opera singer Maria Guleghina stars as a ruthless Chinese princess in the high-def broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production of Puccini's last work, Turandot. Saturday, November 7, 1PM at Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College in Hanover. $25. [Theater]

  • Met Live in HD: Palace 9 - Opera singer Maria Guleghina stars as a ruthless Chinese princess in the high-def broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production of Puccini's last work, Turandot. Saturday, November 7, 1PM at Palace Cinema 9 in South Burlington. $20-24. [Theater]

  • Met Live in HD: Town Hall Theater - Opera singer Maria Guleghina stars as a ruthless Chinese princess in the high-def broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production of Puccini's last work, Turandot. Saturday, November 7, 1PM at Town Hall Theater in Middlebury. $22. [Theater]

  • Middlebury Winter Farmers Market - Area growers, cheesemakers, bakers and craftspeople collaborate to offer year-round "eat local" options. Saturday, November 7, 9AM–12PM at Town Hall Theater in Middlebury. Free. [Food&Drink]

  • 'Mini Mud' Variety Show - Eighty-eight teens and tots share their talents at a scaled-down stage event honoring youthful flair. Saturday, November 7, 7PM at Chandler Music Hall in Randolph. $8-15. [Theater]

  • Montpelier Contra Dance - Lisa Sieverts calls the steps as folks in soft-soled shoes move to fiddle, bass and guitar sounds by The Rhythm Method String Band. Saturday, November 7, 8PM at Capital City Grange in Montpelier. $8. [Dance]

  • 'Moveable Feast' - Folks start the night with appetizers and live music before heading to Vermont Interfaith Action for dinner and dessert. Proceeds support VIA's efforts. Saturday, November 7, 6:30PM at Ohavi Zedek Synagogue in Burlington. $30. [Food&Drink]

  • 'Murder at the Company Party' - The Brandon Town Players' annual whodunit will keep audiences on their toes at future career functions. Saturday, November 7, 6PM at South Station Restaurant in Rutland. $35 includes dinner. [Theater]

  • Nordic Ski Swap - Cross-country equipment, snowshoes, sleds and ice skates find new homes. Saturday, November 7, 9AM–12PM at Onion River Sports in Montpelier. Free. [Etc.]

  • 'Parallel Lives' - In skits taking place from the dawn of man to today, actors Catherine Doherty and Kathryn Markey tackle everything from health food to gender roles in a rowdy laugh-fest. Saturday, November 7, 7:30PM at Briggs Opera House in White River Junction. $25-68. [Theater]

  • Partner Dance Showcase - Local dancers pull fast moves in foxtrots, cha-cha medleys, hustles, English country dancing and more to benefit Camp Ta-Kum-Ta, a camp for Vermont kids who have experienced cancer. Saturday, November 7, 7–10PM at Alumni Auditorium, Champlain College in Burlington. $20-25. [Dance]

  • 'Read to a Dog' - Stories form a bond between young readers and Deali, a Pembroke corgi from Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Saturday, November 7, 1–2PM at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free. [Kids]

  • 'Rising Star' Auditions - Talented teens hope to wow judges with their skills in order to score a performance slot at First Night Burlington. Saturday, November 7, 3–7PM at University Mall in South Burlington. Free. [Kids]

  • Roller Derby Bout - The Green Mountain Derby Dames defend their flat-track turf against the Boston Roller Derby B-Party. Partial proceeds benefit Vermont Cares. Saturday, November 7, 6PM at Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction. $12-15. [Sport]

  • 'Rosalee Was Here' - This production, penned by Burlington playwright Maura Campbell, takes a comic and crazy look at what happens when children are treated as criminals. Saturday, November 7, 8PM at Outer Space in Burlington. $20. [Theater]

  • Saturday Stories - Picture books bring tall tales to life for youngsters. Saturday, November 7, 10–10:30AM at Burnham Memorial Library in Colchester. Free. [Kids]

  • School Open House - Teachers and member families are on hand to answer questions and guide newbies around Vermont's first parent-cooperative preschool. Saturday, November 7, 9:30–11:30AM at Saxon Hill Cooperative School in Jericho. Free. [Education]

  • 'Séraphine' - Famous German art collector Wilhelm Uhde risks becoming a laughingstock when he takes his cleaning lady — who, he's discovered, is a talented painter — under his wing. Saturday, November 7: 6:30PM, 9PM at Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College in Hanover. $5-7. [Film]

  • Ski & Snowboard Sale - New and used winter gear, including snowshoeing and hockey equipment, finds new ownership in this fundraiser for Cochran's Ski Area's youth racing program. Saturday, November 7, 8AM–4PM at Camel's Hump Middle School in Richmond. Free. [Etc.]

  • 'Sleepy Hollow' - Can schoolmaster Ichabod Crane win Katrina Van Tassel's heart, or will the Headless Horseman overtake him in the graveyard? Find out his fate in this kids' musical production. Saturday, November 7, 2PM at Lake Placid Center for the Arts in Lake Placid. $5-7. [Kids]

  • 'Super Science Day!' - Young paleontologists make deductions about the history of rocks and fossils. Saturday, November 7, 10AM–3PM at Montshire Museum of Science in Norwich. Regular admission, $10-12. [Kids]

  • Tartan Ball - A haggis ceremony, performance by the St. Andrew's Highland Dancers and music by the St. Andrew's Pipe Band and Brigadoons provide a "wee bit o' Scotland" for lighthearted dancing. Saturday, November 7, 5PM at Doubletree Hotel in South Burlington. $18-50 includes dinner. [Dance]

  • 'Tartuffe' - This con man comedy debuted before King Louis XIV in 1664 and is still one of the most frequently performed plays "precisely because the things they found funny in the 17th century, we still find funny today," says director Dr. John Shout. Saturday, November 7, 7:30PM at Hartman Theatre, Myers Fine Arts Building, SUNY Plattsburgh in Plattsburgh. $8-10. [Theater]

  • 'Trojan Women' - Euripedes' classic Greek tragedy gets a modern update in Nicholas Rudall's adaptation, performed by Johnson State College students. Saturday, November 7, 7PM at Dibden Center for the Arts, Johnson State College in Johnson. Free. [Theater]

  • VCAM Access Orientation - Video production hounds get an overview of facilities, policies and procedures. Saturday, November 7, 11AM–1PM at VCAM Studio in Burlington. Free. [Etc.]

  • 'Viva Las Artes' Mexican Dinner - The former owners of Tomatillos Restaurant cook up a storm for this evening of music, dancing and good eats to benefit River Arts. Saturday, November 7, 6–10PM at River Arts Center in Morrisville. $50; cash bar. [Food&Drink]

  • Wagon Ride Weekend - Colorful foliage accents narrated horse-drawn hay rides. Saturday, November 7, 10AM–3:30PM at Billings Farm & Museum in Woodstock. $3-11. [Outdoors]

  • West African Dance & Drum Festival - Burlington’s Jeh Kulu explores the continent's movement and music with showings of Duniya Lahnee (Peace in the World) and traditional song and dance performances. Four days of classes take place at Memorial Auditorium and Burlington City Hall Auditorium. Saturday, November 7: 10AM – 10PM, 8PM at Burlington City Hall Auditorium in Burlington. Show tickets are $15-17; see specific class costs and a full schedule online at www.jehkulu.org. [Theater]

  • Zumba Class - A high-energy, Latin dance-infused aerobic workout raises funds for 17 disabled Vermont children to receive specially fitted tricycles. Sign-in begins at 9 a.m. Saturday, November 7, 9:30AM–12PM at Higher Ground in South Burlington. $25 walk-in or $60 sponsorship. [Health&Fitness]

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Saturday, November 7, 2009

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  • 'Addition Subtraction Ball' - Charitable folks dust off their formal wear for a dance party to ditties by The Starline Rhythm Boys at this benefit for the Vermont Foodbank and Champlain Elementary School. Preregister. Saturday, November 7, 7:30–11PM at Sheraton Hotel in South Burlington. $25; cash bar.

  • Montpelier Contra Dance - Lisa Sieverts calls the steps as folks in soft-soled shoes move to fiddle, bass and guitar sounds by The Rhythm Method String Band. Saturday, November 7, 8PM at Capital City Grange in Montpelier. $8.

  • Partner Dance Showcase - Local dancers pull fast moves in foxtrots, cha-cha medleys, hustles, English country dancing and more to benefit Camp Ta-Kum-Ta, a camp for Vermont kids who have experienced cancer. Saturday, November 7, 7–10PM at Alumni Auditorium, Champlain College in Burlington. $20-25.

  • Tartan Ball - A haggis ceremony, performance by the St. Andrew's Highland Dancers and music by the St. Andrew's Pipe Band and Brigadoons provide a "wee bit o' Scotland" for lighthearted dancing. Saturday, November 7, 5PM at Doubletree Hotel in South Burlington. $18-50 includes dinner.

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  • Autumn New Wine Festival - Wine aficionados celebrate the season by sampling new holiday drinks matched with Vermont specialty foods. George Voland and friends add live jazz sounds to this festive affair. Saturday, November 7, 11AM–5PM at Shelburne Vineyard in Shelburne. Free; bring a nonperishable food item donation.

  • Greek Pastry Sale & Dinner - Break out the baklava and pass the dolmades! Home-baked treats crown this day-long, sit-down-or-take-out meal. Sale 10 a.m., dinner 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Saturday, November 7, 10AM–7PM at Greek Orthodox Church Community Center in Burlington. Cost of food and drink.

  • Harvest Supper - Tasty local foods boost a celebration of farmers and Art & Soul fine art, before dancing commences to live tunes. Saturday, November 7, 5:30PM at Robinson Elementary School in Starksboro. $5-10.

  • Middlebury Winter Farmers Market - Area growers, cheesemakers, bakers and craftspeople collaborate to offer year-round "eat local" options. Saturday, November 7, 9AM–12PM at Town Hall Theater in Middlebury. Free.

  • 'Moveable Feast' - Folks start the night with appetizers and live music before heading to Vermont Interfaith Action for dinner and dessert. Proceeds support VIA's efforts. Saturday, November 7, 6:30PM at Ohavi Zedek Synagogue in Burlington. $30.

  • 'Viva Las Artes' Mexican Dinner - The former owners of Tomatillos Restaurant cook up a storm for this evening of music, dancing and good eats to benefit River Arts. Saturday, November 7, 6–10PM at River Arts Center in Morrisville. $50; cash bar.

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  • Annual Food & Wellness Expo - Individuals boost their immune system by sampling natural and local foods and consulting with practitioners of alternative medicines. Saturday, November 7, 11AM–3PM at Lost Nation Theater in Montpelier. Free.

  • Mat Pilates Class - Angela Smith of Classic Form Pilates introduces folks to ab-toning, muscle-strengthening floor exercises before blending up revitalizing smoothies for all. Saturday, November 7, 1:30–3PM at Healthy Living in South Burlington. $15.

  • Zumba Class - A high-energy, Latin dance-infused aerobic workout raises funds for 17 disabled Vermont children to receive specially fitted tricycles. Sign-in begins at 9 a.m. Saturday, November 7, 9:30AM–12PM at Higher Ground in South Burlington. $25 walk-in or $60 sponsorship.

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  • 'Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type' - Bovines put their demands in black and white in an hour-long musical adaptation of Doreen Cronin's picture book. Saturday, November 7: 2PM, 4PM at Akeley Memorial Building in Stowe. $10.

  • 'Fancy Nancy Party' - Girls ages 6 to 8 craft dolls of the fun protagonist from Jane O'Connor's children's book, before sitting down to sandwiches and punch. Saturday, November 7, 11AM–12:30PM at South Burlington Community Library in South Burlington. Free.

  • Grace Lin - The author and illustrator of Where the Mountains Meet the Moon regales little ones with colorful pages telling of a young girl's epic journey. Saturday, November 7, 1PM at Flying Pig Bookstore in Shelburne. Free.

  • 'Read to a Dog' - Stories form a bond between young readers and Deali, a Pembroke corgi from Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Saturday, November 7, 1–2PM at Fletcher Free Library in Burlington. Free.

  • 'Rising Star' Auditions - Talented teens hope to wow judges with their skills in order to score a performance slot at First Night Burlington. Saturday, November 7, 3–7PM at University Mall in South Burlington. Free.

  • Saturday Stories - Picture books bring tall tales to life for youngsters. Saturday, November 7, 10–10:30AM at Burnham Memorial Library in Colchester. Free.

  • 'Sleepy Hollow' - Can schoolmaster Ichabod Crane win Katrina Van Tassel's heart, or will the Headless Horseman overtake him in the graveyard? Find out his fate in this kids' musical production. Saturday, November 7, 2PM at Lake Placid Center for the Arts in Lake Placid. $5-7.

  • 'Super Science Day!' - Young paleontologists make deductions about the history of rocks and fossils. Saturday, November 7, 10AM–3PM at Montshire Museum of Science in Norwich. Regular admission, $10-12.

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  • Roller Derby Bout - The Green Mountain Derby Dames defend their flat-track turf against the Boston Roller Derby B-Party. Partial proceeds benefit Vermont Cares. Saturday, November 7, 6PM at Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction. $12-15.

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  • Dean Lacey - The professor of government draws on data collected by Dartmouth students and faculty during the 2008 election campaign to explore why both parties failed to win the key social groups they targeted. Saturday, November 7, 10–11AM at Alumni Hall, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College in Hanover. Free.

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  • 'The School for Scandal' - Richard Brinsley Sheridan's classic 18th-century "comedy of manners" is transported into the swingin' 1960s in a style that director Peter Harrigan describes as "Amadeus meets Austin Powers." Saturday, November 7, 7PM at FlynnSpace in Burlington. Free; tickets required.

  • 'England' - This underground British hit explores the heart and soul of an empire. Saturday, November 7: 6:30PM, 8:30PM at Fleming Museum, UVM in Burlington. $24-28.

  • Met Live in HD: Catamount Arts Center - Opera singer Maria Guleghina stars as a ruthless Chinese princess in the high-def broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production of Puccini's last work, Turandot. Saturday, November 7, 1PM at Catamount Arts Center in St. Johnsbury. $20-22.

  • Met Live in HD: Loew Auditorium - Opera singer Maria Guleghina stars as a ruthless Chinese princess in the high-def broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production of Puccini's last work, Turandot. Saturday, November 7, 1PM at Loew Auditorium, Hopkins Center, Dartmouth College in Hanover. $25.

  • Met Live in HD: Palace 9 - Opera singer Maria Guleghina stars as a ruthless Chinese princess in the high-def broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production of Puccini's last work, Turandot. Saturday, November 7, 1PM at Palace Cinema 9 in South Burlington. $20-24.

  • Met Live in HD: Town Hall Theater - Opera singer Maria Guleghina stars as a ruthless Chinese princess in the high-def broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production of Puccini's last work, Turandot. Saturday, November 7, 1PM at Town Hall Theater in Middlebury. $22.

  • 'Mini Mud' Variety Show - Eighty-eight teens and tots share their talents at a scaled-down stage event honoring youthful flair. Saturday, November 7, 7PM at Chandler Music Hall in Randolph. $8-15.

  • 'Murder at the Company Party' - The Brandon Town Players' annual whodunit will keep audiences on their toes at future career functions. Saturday, November 7, 6PM at South Station Restaurant in Rutland. $35 includes dinner.

  • 'Parallel Lives' - In skits taking place from the dawn of man to today, actors Catherine Doherty and Kathryn Markey tackle everything from health food to gender roles in a rowdy laugh-fest. Saturday, November 7, 7:30PM at Briggs Opera House in White River Junction. $25-68.

  • 'Rosalee Was Here' - This production, penned by Burlington playwright Maura Campbell, takes a comic and crazy look at what happens when children are treated as criminals. Saturday, November 7, 8PM at Outer Space in Burlington. $20.

  • 'Tartuffe' - This con man comedy debuted before King Louis XIV in 1664 and is still one of the most frequently performed plays "precisely because the things they found funny in the 17th century, we still find funny today," says director Dr. John Shout. Saturday, November 7, 7:30PM at Hartman Theatre, Myers Fine Arts Building, SUNY Plattsburgh in Plattsburgh. $8-10.

  • 'Trojan Women' - Euripedes' classic Greek tragedy gets a modern update in Nicholas Rudall's adaptation, performed by Johnson State College students. Saturday, November 7, 7PM at Dibden Center for the Arts, Johnson State College in Johnson. Free.

  • West African Dance & Drum Festival - Burlington’s Jeh Kulu explores the continent's movement and music with showings of Duniya Lahnee (Peace in the World) and traditional song and dance performances. Four days of classes take place at Memorial Auditorium and Burlington City Hall Auditorium. Saturday, November 7: 10AM – 10PM, 8PM at Burlington City Hall Auditorium in Burlington. Show tickets are $15-17; see specific class costs and a full schedule online at www.jehkulu.org.

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  • Catherine Frank & Margaret Holden - The authors of A Kayaker's Guide to Lake Champlain give paddlers of all levels the scoop on choice shorelines, bird watching, diving and hiking. Saturday, November 7, 7PM at Brown Dog Books & Gifts in Hinesburg. Free.

  • Katherine & John Paterson - The Barre husband-wife duo read pages from their individual works, including The Day of the Pelican and Roberto's Trip to the Top. Saturday, November 7, 11AM at Bear Pond Books in Montpelier. Free.

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