| VOLUME 25 | * * All Arts News On the Web * * | November 4, 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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JEFFERSONVILLE--Bryan Memorial Gallery continues Let's Find Out, an online exploration of the 17 artists on display in their 2021 Legacy Collection. Artist Charlie Hunter is featured this week. ART ON THE WALLS
The gallery is open Thursday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Call the gallery (802.644.5100) or find them on Facebook for more info.
MORRISVILLE--"Sometimes we have a change of heart, and sometimes we need a change of art." The River Arts Art100 Annual Fundraiser continues with the Folley Hall Gallery and the virtual gallery open for preview now. The Virtual Drawing will be livestreamed on Facebook tomorrow evening at 6 p.m.
River Arts patrons have donate artworks of all kinds: paintings, drawings, sculptures, fiber arts, jewelry, pottery, and more. Each piece is worth at least $100. A $100 ticket gets you in the virtual door. Everyone is guaranteed to take home a piece of art. Click here for more info.
ST. ALBANS--The Artist In Residence Gallery features different artists each month. This month, the spotlight is on functional ceramic sculptor Jessica LaBonte, tile mosaicist Shanna Ratner, and clay sculptor Deborah Shell. Their work is celebrated in the gallery, on the A.I.R. page, and on Facebook.
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.
The Centers for Disease Control has approved the Pfizer vaccine for kids age 5-11. "We absolutely recommend that children, even children who have had the disease before, get vaccinated," CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said yesterday afternoon. RESTART NEWS
Coronavirus case counts remain high, but last week Vermont Gov. Phil Scott reiterated that more vaccinations are the answer, not more restrictions. Cases have continued to spike in Orleans County where the infection rate of 1,531 cases per 100K is nearly three times the statewide average. In Essex County where the infection rate is 1,216 cases per 100K, only about 62% of the residents have received even the first shot.
Vermont reported 1,371 new COVID-19 cases last week. Franklin County reported 192 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. Vermont has adopted the CDC Guidance around masks and universal masking recommendations for vaccinated students across the state have been extended until January 18.
Here's my own advice. Immunity is beginning to wane for many of us, leading to mild infections and increased transmission of the virus. Get the COVID and Flu shot(s), get the booster, and take precautions. No vaccine 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 5 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.
MORRISVILLE--River Arts will explore watercolor technique in Intro to Watercolors with instructor Gabe Tempesta this afternoon at 3:30 p.m. WORKSHOPS & CLASSES
The Vermont artist explores his surroundings in drawing, painting, watercolor, and water-based oils. This workshop is a step by step recreation of a landscape for all levels of watercolor experience. The cost is $55. Click here to register and for more info.
MORRISVILLE--River Arts will host a Potter's Potluck on Sunday at noon. In lieu of a traditional potluck to avoid sharing food during the pandemic, Lisa invites all to bring a favorite mug and stories about pottery and porcelain. There will be time to make small ornaments or jewelry pieces.
The cost is a suggested $5 donation. Click here to register and for more info. The Potter's Potluck will take place on the first Sunday in one month each season.
SWANTON--The Swanton Arts Council Art Journaling Group meets at the Swanton Free Public Library on Wednesday at 6 p.m. IN THE SAC
Art journals, junk journals, art pages and more are on the table and make for fun for artists, writers, scrap bookers, and more. The group meets to share ideas and to take time to create. Gatherings are held at the library on the second Wednesday of every month. If you need supplies to get started, check out the library's Makerspace or email for more info.
Vermont has lifted all remaining statewide COVID-19 restrictions. ON STAGE LIVE
Here's my own advice. Immunity is beginning to wane for many of us, leading to mild infections and increased transmission of the virus. Get the COVID and Flu shot(s), get the booster, and take precautions. No vaccine 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-Saturday, November 4-6
ESSEX JUNCTION--On Tap starts off another weekend of music with Jesse Agan tonight at 5:30 p.m. two shows Friday night, King Me! at 5 p.m., and then the Phil Abair Band with Keeghan Nolan for late night music starting at 9 p.m., plus two more shows live on Saturday night with Maple and Hanson at 5 p.m., and the Full Cleveland starting at 9 p.m. Call 802.878.3309 or email for more info. And to confirm. Click here to reserve a table.
Friday, November 5
SHELDON--The Abbey 2021 Music Series continues with John Gratton and Andrew James on Friday at 6:30 p.m. Find them on Facebook for more info.
SOUTH BURLINGTON--Higher Ground presents Troy Millette & the Fire Below with Shake and Morrisville-based Abby Sherman in the Showcase Lounge on Friday at 7 p.m. Doors at 6:30.
Admission is $15 in advance or $18 day of show. Click here for tickets and more info.
Friday-Sunday, November 5-7
ST. ALBANS--Twiggs often hosts live music on Friday and Saturday nights. Music starts about 6:30 p.m. Call 802.524.1405, find them on Facebook, or click here for more info.
ST. ALBANS--Comedian Juston McKinney makes his debut at The Depot on Friday at 8 p.m. Doors at 7. Admission is $20 per person. Click here for tickets.
Next up, the Depot presents comic medium Maureen Hancock on Saturday at 8 p.m. Doors at 7. Admission is $25-40 per person. Click here for tickets.
A cash bar and food will be available for purchase at each show. Readings are not guaranteed.
Tuesday, November 9
ESSEX--The Moth hosts StorySLAM: Fortune, five-minute stories about Lady Luck, at the Double E on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Doors at 7. "Moth stories shine a light on our shared humanity."
Admission is $15. Proof of vaccination will be required for entry and the name on vaccination card must match your ID. Click here for more info and here for tickets.
Wednesday, November 10
ST. ALBANS--The monthly Blues Jam continues at Twiggs hosted by Vermont's leading blues man, Nobby Reed, and the House Band on Wednesday at 7 p.m. The Blues Jam blows out the speakers at Twiggs on the second Wednesday of each month. Find them on Facebook for more info.
Virtual music and events continue this week. ALMOST LIVE ON STAGE
Summer Sounds favorite John Bartus on Facebook for Social Distancing Concert #78 his last concert as a single man, live from Grassy Flats.
The Perpetual Island Tour included the Key Colony Inn on Wednesday, the Tiki Man Radio Songwriters Showcase at Durty Harry's in Key West, this afternoon, and Sparky's Landing this evening at 6:30 p.m.
Summer Sounds favorite Mark Shelton sang a Figure It Out as We Go concert on Facebook on Tuesday. Follow him on Facebook for a link to this week's offerings.
NORTH HERO--The North Hero Public Library hosts two Vermont Humanities Council talks this week. Proper physical distancing will be practiced at these in-person events. Bring your mask. HUMANITIES
In That the People May Live Damian Costello discusses the life and legacy of Lakota holy man Nicholas Black Elk tomorrow at 6 p.m. Call Caroline Korejko (802.372.5458) or click here for more info.
Bill Mares began making his own beer 45 years ago. Mr. Mares takes us from Homebrew to the House of Fermentology on Saturday at 11 a.m. He offers a short history of beer and discusses Vermont's contribution to the American beer revolution. Call Caroline Korejko (802.372.5458) 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
Good News!There are so many events around the region that we miss some of them.Be sure to check these calendars for what's happening near you ... |
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