| VOLUME 25 | * * All Arts News On the Web * * | October 14, 2021 |
ArtBits always features a calendar of the goings on of Franklin County artists. Check out these events around Franklin County. Each issue includes the entire text of our weekly newspaper column. STUFF YOU SHOULDN'T MISS
Franklin County's arts and music gatherings bring new opportunities, gossip, "show-and-tell" and occasional workshops. There are also booked and acoustic Open Mic Nights that feature music, readings, and more from the best new artists in Vermont.
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GREENSBORO--The Voyage of the Artful Otter debuts with an opening reception at the Highland Center for the Arts on Sunday October 17 at 2 p.m. ART ON THE WALLS
This summer, eight wildlife artists--Rob Mullen with contributing artists, Cole Johnson, Patricia Pepin, John Pitcher, John Potter, Bonnie Rowell, Beth Sightler, and Sue Westin--sailed Lake Champlain aboard the Artful Otter, a 20-foot, refurbished, sprit-rigged, Elver yawl. Uncovering secluded habitat, they depicted lakeside landscapes and wildlife during their voyage. Artwork sales benefit environmental stewardship organizations.
Click here for more info.
ST. ALBANS--Chamber Mixers are back. The Artist In Residence Gallery hosts the first Chamber Mixer of the season this evening at 5:30 p.m. The hospitality and creativity (and great food and drink) will be in force at the local, downtown gallery, open to the public and filled with beautiful, unique art. Several member artists will speak about their process and work.
Admission is $5 for Chamber members and $8 for nonmembers. Registration is required. Click here to register.
The art and fine craft cooperative features paintings, fiber arts, stained glass, sculpture, lamps, pottery, folk art boxes, scarves, hats and more by 40 Franklin County and surrounding area artists. It is owned and operated by the artists and sponsors. The gallery on South Main Street is open Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Click here or find them on Facebook for more info.
JEFFERSONVILLE--"With the Fall season here and Winter approaching fast," Bryan Memorial Gallery has changed from their summer hours. Starting today and continuing through December 19, the gallery will be open Thursday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Call the gallery (802.644.5100) or click here for more info.
"The fact is, COVID-19, like the flu, is here to stay," Gov. Phil Scott said at a press conference last month. "So we need to use the tools we have and what we've learned to help people make smart decisions at the individual level." RESTART NEWS
September was the second-deadliest month of the pandemic in Vermont which reported 1,222 new COVID-19 cases last week. Vermont's number of cases per capita was almost double that of Florida's and more than triple that of California. Franklin County reported 167 cases in the 14 days ending Sunday. Unvaccinated Vermonters are still three to four times more likely than vaccinated Vermonters to contract COVID-19 according to the Vermont Department of Health. The Green Mountain State has adopted the CDC Guidance for masks.
Here's my own, still current, advice. Get the shot(s) and take precautions. The vaccines are extraordinarily effective but nothing is 100% foolproof. Wash your hands. Wear a mask where you can't control the airflow around you until we reach the same herd immunity we have for smallpox and once had but lost for measles. Bonus: it will also help protect you from pollen, summer colds, and the winter flu.
Vaccination clinics for booster shots and for the first or second dose of vaccine are open across Vermont for anyone age 12 or older. Call 855.722.7878 or Click here to make an appointment or for more info. You can also walk-in at Costco, CVS, Hannaford, Price Chopper/Market 32, Rite Aid, Shaw's, Walgreens, or Walmart, or get an appointment with CVS, Kinney Drugs, Walgreens, or UVMMC Outpatient Pharmacies.
ST. ALBANS--The Relay for Life Craft Show takes over St. Albans City Hall on Saturday from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the first holiday show of the year. Forty vendors and crafters will bring their wares. Email team captain Pamela Hakey for more info. ART TO BUY
MILTON--The Milton Artists' Guild will host two workshops this week. WORKSHOPS & CLASSES
First up, How to Crush Self Doubt at MAG with instructor Corrina Thurston as part of their ongoing series of online seminars this evening at 6 - 8 p.m. Based on Ms. Thurston's book, the workshop covers some of her best techniques to overcome unnecessary guilt, imposter syndrome, self-doubt, depression, and anxieties. The cost is $30 for members or $35 for non-members. Click here to reserve a space.
Learn to make Guinevere Chainmaille Earrings at MAG with instructor Cathy LaClair on Tuesday at 6 - 8 p.m. The workshop will cover proper open and closure of rings for chainmaille projects, the basic helm weave and will have enough time to complete a project. Tools are provided. Materials are included for one set of earrings. The cost is $60 for members or $65 for non-members. Click here to reserve a space.
Vermont has lifted all remaining statewide COVID-19 restrictions. ON STAGE LIVE
Here's my own current advice, updated to today. Get the shot(s) and take precautions. The vaccines are extraordinarily effective but nothing is 100% foolproof. Wash your hands. Wear a mask where you can't control the airflow around you until we reach the same herd immunity we have for smallpox and once had but lost for measles. Bonus: it will also help protect you from pollen, summer colds, and the winter flu.
Thursday, October 14
ESSEX--Theaters are opening again on Broadway and the T-Rex Broadway Series celebrates with the Songs I've Lived with Merritt David Janes and Liana Hunt in the Double E this evening at 7:30 p.m.
Actor Merritt David Janes is a Colchester native who first toured nationally in 2007 as Robbie Hart in The Wedding Singer and played Sweeney Todd in the second national tour. He is currently starring in Andrew Lloyd Webber's School of Rock. He is joined by Broadway performers Liana Hunt, Matt Cusak, Liz Shivener, and Ben Jacoby. The series brings world-class Broadway performances to Vermont. Each show will feature a Broadway performer to share their experiences and perform songs from past roles.
Admission is $20-$35. Click here for tickets.
Thursday-Sunday, October 14-17
MARATHON, FL--The Marathon Community Theater presents the Carol Burnett Show Skits this evening plus tomorrow and Saturday at 8 p.m. Directed by Jimmy Zimmerman, the classic sketches include the Old Folks, Bonnie & Clod, and Gone with the Breeze.
Admission is $28. Tickets are available at the theater (305.774.0994) or at marathontheater.org.
Friday, October 15
ST. ALBANS--14th Star presents Raised by Hippies for a night of live music in The Room on Friday at 6 p.m. Find them on Facebook for more info.
SHELDON--The Abbey 2021 Music Series continues with Phil Graziano live and in person in the Pub on Friday at 6:30 p.m. Find them on Facebook for more info.
Friday-Sunday, October 15-17
ESSEX JUNCTION--On Tap has two shows Friday night, Chris & Erica at 5 p.m., and then Band X for late night music starting at 9 p.m., and two shows live on Saturday night with Maple & Hanson at 5 p.m., and then Before this Time starting at 9 p.m. Call 802.878.3309 or email for more info. And to confirm. Click here to reserve a table.
MORRISVILLE--Moog's Joint has a weekend of music in their Live Music Lineup for Fall beginning with the free FlashFest! with Green Mountain Freight, the Aerolites, Seth Yacovone, and Christine Meola on Friday at 6 p.m. The celebration of James "Flash" Gordon will feature some of his favorite local artists. If you have a Flash Hat, be sure to wear it.
Continuing with paid shows on the weekend, Beg, Steal, or Borrow plays live on Saturday night and the Seth Yacovone Band returns on Sunday, both at 5 p.m. Admission is $20 for each weekend show. Outdoor seating and COVID precautions. Tickets are available in advance at Moog's Joint or online at moogsjoint.com.
ST. ALBANS--Twiggs will probably host live music on Friday and Saturday night this week. Music starts about 6:30 p.m. Call 802.524.1405, find them on Facebook, or click here for more info.
Saturday, October 16
JAY--Live music takes over the Stateside Lodge the 12th annual Jay Peak Bean & Brew Festival on Saturday from noon - 6 p.m. The party features the Jacob Green Blues Band at noon- 2:30 p.m. and Shake at 3 - 6 p.m. plus locally-roasted coffees coupled with New England beers, ciders, and more and even lawn games.
Admission is $30 and includes twelve tickets for sampling and a commemorative glass. Click here for tickets and find them on Facebook for more info.
ST. ALBANS--The Depot presents R-Rated hypnotist Frank Santos Jr. On Saturday night at 8 p.m. Mr. Santos performs nationwide. He has been featured at the Palace Theater, Colonial Theater, Capital Center for the Arts, the Wilbur Theater, and performs at Plainridge Park Casino, Twin River Casino, and many more.
Seated general admission is $20 and a cash bar and food for purchase will be available. Click here for tickets. The Depot will adhere to all CDC and State of VT guidelines and recommendation.
PLATTSBURGH--Eleven is "skipping the pond" to make their debut at Olive Ridley's Taphouse & Grill on Saturday at the extraordinarily late (for them) hour of 9 p.m. "Come on out for food and drinks and stay for the music and dancing." Find them on Facebook for more info.
Wednesday, October 20
ESSEX JUNCTION--Shake brings the acoustic trio to 1st Republic Brewery for a Wednesday Night Residency on Wednesdays in October at 6 p.m.
The Vermont Humanities Council has two local talks as well as four other Zoom meetings this week. Click here for info about the digital events, Community Engagement & Complex Conversations with Vermont Reads 2021: We Contain Multitudes on October 18, Thinking Through the Future with Bill McKibben on October 18, The Zone is Us: Sacrifice in the Space-Time of Climate Change on October 19, and a Discussion: Are 'We the People' Up to the Task? on October 20. HUMANITIES
FRANKLIN--Vermont Humanities Council presents Rick Winston with The Red Scare in the Green Mountains: Vermont in the McCarthy Era in Franklin Town Hall on Saturday at 2 p.m.
Mr. Winston, author of the recently published book of the same title explores some forgotten history as we see how a small, rural "rock-ribbed Republican" state with a historically libertarian streak handled the hysteria of the time.
Call Josh Worman (802.285.6505) or click here for more info.
ST. ALBANS--Vermont Humanities Council presents the DIGITAL Must Free Speech Endure Hate Speech? with Meg Mott from the Vermont Cooperative for Practice Improvement and Innovation on Blair Park Road on Tuesday at noon. The First Amendment prevents Congress from passing any laws that abridge our ability to speak freely. Professor Mott considers the history of speech laws in the United States, how states and municipalities have tried to curb offensive speech, and how the Supreme Court has ruled on those efforts. She will also discuss how speech fits into the life cycle of our democracy.
Email Alex Lehning for more info on this presentation and to get the Zoom link to attend or click here for more info/
ArtBits features a quick weekly peek at library events in and around Franklin County. That popular feature has a page of its own at the Franklin County Bookshelf here on the AAC site at AllArtsCouncil.org/books. We also take an occasional peek at the bookshelf or night stand of the folks you know in and around Franklin County. Those reviews can be found on the ArtBits Bookshelf. ON THE BOOKSHELF
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