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March 2010
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
28
1
  Stories with Megan
  Monday Movie Matinee
  Creative Mondays
2
  Town Meeting Day
  Baby/Toddler Storytime
  Frosty & Friends Therapy Dogs of Vermont
  Young Adult Book Discussion
  Pre-Natal Yoga
3
  Mommy Baby Workout
  DCF Booktalks for Homeschoolers
  Mommy Baby Workout
  Georgia Playgroup
  Kids Knitting Club
  4th and 5th Graders Read
  Teens Read
  Breastfeeding Basics
4
  New Mama Circle
  Baby Chat
  Homeschooler's Book Group
  Teen Advisory Board Meeting
  After School Video Gaming
  Food for Thought Teen Group
  PJ Story Time
  Evening Story Time
5
  MOPS Meetings
  La Leche League Series Meeting
  Co-parenting through Divorce and Separation
6
  Northeast Model Railroad Show
  Hiawatha Open Gym
  Old Fashioned Kids' Winter Carnival
  Read to a Dog
  Star Gazing Sleigh Rides
7
  Welcome Call Playgroup
  Read to a Dog
  Sunday Afternoon Music Series
  The Very Hungry Caterpillar
  Click, Clack, Moo
8
  Champlain Valley Regional Art Show
  Stories with Megan
  Pumps and More
9
  Champlain Valley Regional Art Show
  Family Place Parent Child Workshop
  Music with Robert Resnik
  Story Hour
  Origami Group with Teresa Vasko
  Frosty & Friends Therapy Dogs of Vermont
  After School Video Gaming
  Pre-Natal Yoga
  Waterbury Meeting-Intro to Waldorf Education
  St. Patrick's Celebration
  High School Jazz Festival
10
  Mommy Baby Workout
  La Leche League Meeting
  Champlain Valley Regional Art Show
  Mommy Baby Workout
  Babytime
  Georgia Playgroup
  Kids Knitting Club
  Teens Read
11
  Champlain Valley Regional Art Show
  New Mama Circle
  Lego Club
  After School Video Gaming
  Camp Info Night
12
  Champlain Valley Regional Art Show
  Books and Beyond: Science for Preschoolers
  Books and Beyond: Science for Preschoolers
  Vermont Boat & Marine Show
  Co-parenting through Divorce and Separation
  Simplicity Parenting Lecture
  Beoga
13
  Simplicity Parenting Workshop
  Champlain Valley Regional Art Show
  Hiawatha Open Gym
  Education Fair for Central Vermont
  The Radio Show
  Vermont Boat & Marine Show
  Baby Chat
  Watch the Sap Boil
  Read to a Dog
  Green Mt Derby Dames -Roller Derby Bout
14
  Champlain Valley Regional Art Show
  Vermont Boat & Marine Show
  Watch the Sap Boil
  Read to a Dog
  Jack and the Beanstalk
  Women in Irish Music and Dance
  The Peking Acrobats
15
  La Leche League Toddler Meeting
  Champlain Valley Regional Art Show
  St. Patrick's Day Craft
  Creative Mondays
16
  Champlain Valley Regional Art Show
  Family Place Parent Child Workshop
  Story Hour
  Music with Robert Resnik
  Origami Group with Teresa Vasko
  After School Video Gaming
  Frosty & Friends Therapy Dogs of Vermont
  Pre-Natal Yoga
17
  St. Patrick's Day
  Mommy Baby Workout
  Champlain Valley Regional Art Show
  Mommy Baby Workout
  Babytime
  Georgia Playgroup
  Kids Knitting Club
  4th and 5th Graders Read
  Teens Read
18
  New Mama Circle
  Celtic Dance Story Time
  After School Video Gaming
  Parent Open House
  Windows on Waldorf
19
  MOPS Meetings
  Co-parenting through Divorce and Separation
  Toy Dance Party
  Twelfth Night
20
  Pancake Breakfast
  Winter Farmer's Market
  Hiawatha Open Gym
  Princess Katie & Racer Steve in Concert
  Dakin Farm Sugar on Snow
  Sugar on Snow Parties
  Watch the Sap Boil
  Read to a Dog
  Kids Night Out
  Twelfth Night
21
  Pancake Breakfast
  Mascot March and Easter Egg Hunt
  Visit the Easter Bunny
  Dakin Farm Sugar on Snow
  Sugar on Snow Parties
  Watch the Sap Boil
  Read to a Dog
  Twelfth Night
22
  Hot Mama Workout
  Visit the Easter Bunny
  Stories with Megan
  First Steps in Music- Infant/Toddler
  First Steps in Music- Preschool
  Creative Mondays
  Animal Investigators: CSI Wilderness
23
  Family Place Parent Child Workshop
  Visit the Easter Bunny
  Story Hour
  Music with Robert Resnik
  Origami Group with Teresa Vasko
  Frosty & Friends Therapy Dogs of Vermont
  After School Video Gaming
  Pre-Natal Yoga
  Parent Workshop: Create a Family Mission Statement
24
  Mommy Baby Workout
  Mommy Baby Workout
  Babytime
  Georgia Playgroup
  Visit the Easter Bunny
  Moving and Grooving with Christine
  Raptor Encounter
  Go with the Flow
  Kids Knitting Club
  Teens Read
25
  Hot Mama Workout
  New Mama Circle
  Visit the Easter Bunny
  Lego Club
  After School Video Gaming
26
  Vermont Maple Producers Open House Weekend
  Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks
  Nursing Beyond a Year
  Visit the Easter Bunny
  Davis Family Maple
  First Steps in Music- Preschool
  First Steps in Music-Infant/Toddler
  Make-your-own Chocolate Bunny
  Co-parenting through Divorce and Separation
  Kids' Knight Out
  Twelfth Night
27
  Vermont Maple Producers Open House Weekend
  Pancake Breakfast
  Festival of Quilts
  Experience the Waldorf Nursery-Kindergarten
  Pancake Breakfast
  Vermont Tradewinds Farm
  Maple Open House Weekend
  Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks
  Princess Story Time
  Hiawatha Open Gym
  Visit the Easter Bunny
  Davis Family Maple
  Annual Sugar Makers Tour
  The 8th Annual Eggstravaganza
  Dakin Farm Sugar on Snow
  Watch the Sap Boil
  Sugar on Snow Parties
  Read to a Dog
  Crow Moon Campfire
  Magician, Christopher McBride
  Twelfth Night
28
  Vermont Maple Producers Open House Weekend
  Pancake Breakfast
  Pancake Breakfast
  Vermont Tradewinds Farm
  Maple Open House Weekend
  Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks
  Festival of Quilts
  Visit the Easter Bunny
  Davis Family Maple
  Dakin Farm Sugar on Snow
  Watch the Sap Boil
  Sugar on Snow Parties
  Read to a Dog
  Twelfth Night
29
  Hot Mama Workout
  Visit the Easter Bunny
  Stories with Megan
  Creative Mondays
30
  Family Place Parent Child Workshop
  Visit the Easter Bunny
  Story Hour
  Origami Group with Teresa Vasko
  After School Video Gaming
  Frosty & Friends Therapy Dogs of Vermont
  Pre-Natal Yoga
31
  Mommy Baby Workout
  Mommy Baby Workout
  Babytime
  Preschool Storyhour
  Visit the Easter Bunny
  Moving and Grooving with Christine
  Kids Knitting Club
  4th and 5th Graders Read
  Teens Read
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Mar 1st, 2010 (Mon)
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Stories with Megan
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories, songs and rhymes. Free. Ages 2-5. 802-865-7216.
Mar 1st, 2010 (Mon)
1:00 PM
  Monday Movie Matinee
TOWN: ST. ALBANS
St. Albans Free Library. Come and watch "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince". Rated PG. Free. 802-524-1507.
Mar 1st, 2010 (Mon)
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Creative Mondays
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Join us at the library for terrific arts and crafts projects. All ages but children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 2nd, 2010 (Tue)
  Town Meeting Day
Mar 2nd, 2010 (Tue)
10:00 AM
  Baby/Toddler Storytime
TOWN: LYNDONVILLE
Cobleigh Public Library. Books, songs, fingerplays and playing with their library friends! Geared towards birth through age 3 with families and caregivers. Free. 802-626-6475.
Mar 2nd, 2010 (Tue)
3:30 PM
  Young Adult Book Discussion
TOWN: HIGHGATE
Highgate Public Library. Monthly book group. Follows school calendar. Grades 5 & up. Free. 802-868-3970
Mar 2nd, 2010 (Tue)
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
  Frosty & Friends Therapy Dogs of Vermont
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Bring your favorite book and read to a dog. Sign up for 10 minute individual sessions. All ages. Pre-register. 802-878-4918.
Mar 2nd, 2010 (Tue)
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  Pre-Natal Yoga
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Dhatri Foundation, 185 Tilley Drive. Prepares a woman for childbirth physically and emotionally. Specific poses will help strengthen uterus and pelvic muscles, improve circulation, aid in digestion, stretch the spine and increase your comfort overall. $14/class. www.dhatrifoundation.org. 802-862-2333.
Mar 3rd, 2010 (Wed)
9:00 AM
  DCF Booktalks for Homeschoolers
TOWN: ESSEX JCT.
Brownell Library. Each month, students in Gr. 4-8 hear book talks of 4 titles from this year's DCF list. Students keep a log and vote for their favorite to win the DCF Book Award in the spring. Group discussion encouraged! Free. Pre-register. 802-878-6956.
Mar 3rd, 2010 (Wed)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  Mommy Baby Workout
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Dhatri Movement Arts Center, 185 Tilley Dr. Get in shape while connecting with your little one and other moms in this fun and dynamic strength and cardio interval workout. Children welcome and encouraged to join in. Fun and safe toys provided. Crawlers to walkers. $10/class.www.dhatrifoundation.org. 802-862-2333.
Mar 3rd, 2010 (Wed)
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
  Mommy Baby Workout
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Dhatri Foundation, 185 Tilley Drive. It's like a mom's group except you are getting stronger and more fit while you chat! Get in shape while connecting with your little one and other moms in this fun and dynamic strength and cardio interval workout. Children are welcome and encouraged to join in the fun. Fun and safe toys provided. Pre-crawlers. $10/class. www.dhatrifoundation.org. 802-862-2333.
Mar 3rd, 2010 (Wed)
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Georgia Playgroup
TOWN: GEORGIA
Small Gym, Georgia Elementary School. Enjoy running around and engaging in gross motor activities with other children. Follows school calendar. Ages birth to 6. Free. dski527@comcast.net
Mar 3rd, 2010 (Wed)
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Kids Knitting Club
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Knitters work together to make baby blankets to donate to the hospital. Knitting experience helpful. Grades 3-6. Free. Pre-register. 802-878-4918.
Mar 3rd, 2010 (Wed)
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
  4th and 5th Graders Read
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Be part of a group to talk about the books you enjoy reading. Grades 4 & 5. Pre-register. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 3rd, 2010 (Wed)
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM
  Teens Read
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Participate in a book group for middle and high school students and get started reading. Grades 6 and up. Pre-register. 802-865-7216.
Mar 3rd, 2010 (Wed)
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  Breastfeeding Basics
TOWN: WILLISTON
Fletcher Allen Williston campus, 353 Blair Park Rd. Presented by Lintilhac Midwifery Service. $20. Please pre-register. 802-847-1245.
Mar 4th, 2010 (Thu)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  New Mama Circle
TOWN: MONTPELIER
Unitarian Universalist Church, Main St. Use art, journaling, movement and visualization to transition to mothering..with other mothers. Babies welcome. Childcare provided for siblings up to age 5. Offered by Good Beginnings of Central Vermont. Open to mothers of infants birth to 4 months from Washington and Lamoille Counties. Free. Pre-register. 802-279-2106.
Mar 4th, 2010 (Thu)
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Baby Chat
TOWN: MORRISVILLE
Congregational Church. Play, socialize and make new friends. Learn about developmental expectations and needs from Vicki Rich, RN & IBCLC. Free. 802-888-3470.
Mar 4th, 2010 (Thu)
1:00 PM
  Homeschooler's Book Group
TOWN: ST. ALBANS
St. Albans Free Library. Book discussion for homeschooled children ages 8-14. Openings for ages over 10 years. Meets first Thursday. 802-524-1507.
Mar 4th, 2010 (Thu)
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
  After School Video Gaming
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Join other teens after school and play a variety of Wii and PS2 games. Middle school students. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 4th, 2010 (Thu)
3:30 PM
  Teen Advisory Board Meeting
TOWN: HIGHGATE
Highgate Public Library. Come help plan teen events and spend time with your friends in a safe and supervised environment. Grades 7 & up. Free. 802-868-3970.
Mar 4th, 2010 (Thu)
4:00 PM
  Food for Thought Teen Group
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Pizza, discussion, book selection and special event. New members welcome. Grades 7-12. Free. 802-878-4918.
Mar 4th, 2010 (Thu)
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  PJ Story Time
TOWN: FAIRFAX
Fairfax Community Library. Come in pajamas to listen to a story by guest reader Kristy Lynch of the Franklin County Sheriff's Department. BFA-PTSA's Fairfax Success By Six activity. Birth to age 6. Free. Email fairfaxsx6@hotmail.com.
Mar 4th, 2010 (Thu)
6:30 PM
  Evening Story Time
TOWN: JERICHO
Deborah Rawson Memorial Library. Come for stories, a craft and light refreshments. Older preschoolers and children grades K-2 and their caregivers. Free. 802-878-4962.
Mar 5th, 2010 (Fri)
8:45 AM - 11:00 AM
  MOPS Meetings
TOWN: ST. ALBANS
Church of the Rock, 1091 Fairfax Rd. Meet other Moms to have fun, get support, make new friends. Mothers of pre-schoolers ages birth to 5 and expectant mothers. 1st meeting free. 1st and 3rd Fridays. 802-524-7047 or 802-868-5037.
Mar 5th, 2010 (Fri)
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
  La Leche League Series Meeting
TOWN: MIDDLEBURY
Call for Location. Support and information for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Babies and toddlers welcome. Call Samantha for directions. 802-382-1589.
Mar 5th, 2010 (Fri)
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Co-parenting through Divorce and Separation
TOWN: BURLINGTON
VNA Family Room, 20 Allen Street. Eight weekly workshops to discuss changing families and effective ways to co-parent. Adults. Free. Please pre-register. www.vnacares.org. 802-860-4430, ext 3112.
Mar 6th, 2010 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  Northeast Model Railroad Show
TOWN: ESSEX JCT.
Champlain Valley Expo. Adult $5, Children 6-12 $1; 5 and under free.
nwvrailroad.org. 802-878-1135.
Mar 6th, 2010 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Hiawatha Open Gym
TOWN: ESSEX JCT.
Hiawatha Elementary School Gymnasium. Indoor fun when the weather gets cold. Balls, tents and indoor activities to keep little bodies active. Follows school calendar. Babies, toddlers and preschool age children. Shanna 802-316-4775.
Mar 6th, 2010 (Sat)
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  Old Fashioned Kids' Winter Carnival
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Center Court, University Mall, Dorset St. Plinko, ring toss, duck pond, face painting, Joey the Clown, prizes. Recommended for ages 2-7.
802-863-1066, ext 11
Mar 6th, 2010 (Sat) -- Mar 7th, 2010 (Sun)
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  Read to a Dog
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Read to an adorable dog from Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Recommended ages 5-10 years. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 6th, 2010 (Sat)
6:00 PM
  Star Gazing Sleigh Rides
TOWN: SHELBURNE
Shelburne Farms. Thornapple Farms and his team of Percheron horses pull the sleigh for winter evenings of star gazing. 6, 6:45 and 7:30pm. Admission. 802-985-8686. www.shelburnefarms.org.
Mar 7th, 2010 (Sun)
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
  Welcome Call Playgroup
TOWN: ESSEX
Brown's River Rd. Play group for children and support for parents of children with Down syndrome. Lunch and crafts. All ages welcome. Free. Call for information and directions. Meets 1st Sunday. Gina 802-233-2355.
Mar 7th, 2010 (Sun)
2:00 PM - 3:45 PM
  Sunday Afternoon Music Series
TOWN: JERICHO
Deborah Rawson Memorial Library. Variety of music each month. All ages. Free. 802-899-4962.
Mar 7th, 2010 (Sun)
3:00 PM
  Click, Clack, Moo
TOWN: HANOVER, NH
The Moore Theater, Dartmouth College. Acclaimed TheatreworksUSA returns with the hilariously ?moo-ving? new musical for kids, based on the Caldecott Award-winning book Click, Clack, Moo. Will Farmer Brown give in to his cows' demands and chickens' wishes, when they type protest letters on his granddaughter's laptop computer? Find out, in this delightful tale full of laughs and lessons?about caring, compromise and communication. Recommended for ages 4 and up. $15; 18 & under $10. www.hop.dartmouth.edu.
Mar 7th, 2010 (Sun)
3:00 PM
  The Very Hungry Caterpillar
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Flynn Center for the Performing Arts. Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia presents its signature black-light puppetry to animate Eric Carle's tales; all set to a musical score. Recommended for ages 3-7. $18 adults; $15 children. Kids VT media sponsor. www.flynncenter.org. 802-863-5966.
Mar 8th, 2010 (Mon) -- Mar 17th, 2010 (Wed)
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  Champlain Valley Regional Art Show
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Center Court, University Mall, Dorset St. Enjoy the creative works of young, local artists from many area elementary, middle and high schools. Some schools include: Essex Middle School, ADL Intermediate School, Renaissance School, Rice, St. Joseph's, Malletts Bay School, Hinesburg Community School, Richmond Elementary, St. Francis Xavier, Christ the King, So. Burlington Schools, and many more. Free. 802-863-1066, ext 11
Mar 8th, 2010 (Mon)
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Stories with Megan
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories, songs and rhymes. Free. Ages 2-5. 802-865-7216.
Mar 8th, 2010 (Mon)
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  Pumps and More
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Allen Medical Center Campus. East Pavilion, 4th floor. Managing milk supply when separated from your baby or when supply is low. Please pre-register. $20. 802-847-1245.
Mar 9th, 2010 (Tue)
10:00 AM
  Family Place Parent Child Workshop
TOWN: LYNDONVILLE
Cobleigh Public Library. Kids play while parents and grandparents socialize and talk to resource professionals about speech, hearing, and nutrition. Parents of ages 1-3 years. 802-626-5475.
Mar 9th, 2010 (Tue)
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Music with Robert Resnik
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Sing along with Robert for some great family fun. All ages. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 9th, 2010 (Tue)
11:00 AM
  Story Hour
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Stories and simple crafts for children ages 3-5. Free. Pre-register. 802-878-4918.
Mar 9th, 2010 (Tue)
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
  Origami Group with Teresa Vasko
TOWN: LYNDONVILLE
Cobleigh Library. Learn the art of paper folding and maybe encounter a few mathematical challenges. Geared towards 4th-8th graders. 802-626-5475.
Mar 9th, 2010 (Tue)
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
  After School Video Gaming
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Play a variety of Wii and PS2 games. Middle School students. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 9th, 2010 (Tue)
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
  Frosty & Friends Therapy Dogs of Vermont
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Bring your favorite book and read to a dog. Sign up for 10 minute individual sessions. All ages. Pre-register. 802-878-4918.
Mar 9th, 2010 (Tue)
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  Pre-Natal Yoga
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Dhatri Foundation, 185 Tilley Drive. Prepares a woman for childbirth physically and emotionally. Specific poses will help strengthen uterus and pelvic muscles, improve circulation, aid in digestion, stretch the spine and increase your comfort overall. $14/class. www.dhatrifoundation.org. 802-862-2333.
Mar 9th, 2010 (Tue)
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  Waterbury Meeting-Intro to Waldorf Education
TOWN: WATERBURY
Waterbury Public Library. Meet with Waldorf educators and learn about the Preschool-Eighth grade program. Speak with parents of current students. Pre-register. 802-456-7400.
Mar 9th, 2010 (Tue)
7:00 PM
  St. Patrick's Celebration
TOWN: COLCHESTER
McCarthy Arts Center, St. Michael's College. Featuring the Fiddleheads, the Highland Weavers, McFadden Academy of Irish Dance, Sarah James. Benefits Tom Sustic Fund. whiteford@gmavt.net.
Mar 9th, 2010 (Tue)
7:00 PM
  High School Jazz Festival
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Main Stage, Flynn Center for the Performing Arts. Annual statewide event. Two of the competing bands selected to perform at evenings concert along with Vermont Jazz Ensemble. Suggested donation $5. 802-863-5966.
Mar 10th, 2010 (Wed)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  Mommy Baby Workout
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Dhatri Movement Arts Center, 185 Tilley Dr. Get in shape while connecting with your little one and other moms in this fun and dynamic strength and cardio interval workout. Children welcome and encouraged to join in. Fun and safe toys provided. Crawlers to walkers. $10/class.www.dhatrifoundation.org. 802-862-2333.
Mar 10th, 2010 (Wed)
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
  La Leche League Meeting
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Gathering for nursing mothers and their little ones. Lending library and La Leche League leader available for private conversation or phone help. Free. www.llleus.org/state/Vermont.html. 802-879-3000.
Mar 10th, 2010 (Wed)
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
  Mommy Baby Workout
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Dhatri Foundation, 185 Tilley Drive. It's like a mom's group except you are getting stronger and more fit while you chat! Get in shape while connecting with your little one and other moms in this fun and dynamic strength and cardio interval workout. Children are welcome and encouraged to join in the fun. Fun and safe toys provided. Pre-crawlers. $10/class. www.dhatrifoundation.org. 802-862-2333.
Mar 10th, 2010 (Wed)
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  Georgia Playgroup
TOWN: GEORGIA
Community Room, Public Library. Story time, crafts and free play. Bring a snack. Follows school calendar. Ages birth to 6. Free. dski527@comcast.net
Mar 10th, 2010 (Wed)
10:30 AM
  Babytime
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Playtime and sharing for parents and their babies. (pre-walkers). Free. 802-876-7147.
Mar 10th, 2010 (Wed)
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Kids Knitting Club
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Knitters work together to make baby blankets to donate to the hospital. Knitting experience helpful. Grades 3-6. Free. Pre-register. 802-878-4918.
Mar 10th, 2010 (Wed)
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM
  Teens Read
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Participate in a book group for middle and high school students and get started reading. Grades 6 and up. Pre-register. 802-865-7216.
Mar 11th, 2010 (Thu)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  New Mama Circle
TOWN: MONTPELIER
Unitarian Universalist Church, Main St. Use art, journaling, movement and visualization to transition to mothering..with other mothers. Babies welcome. Childcare provided for siblings up to age 5. Offered by Good Beginnings of Central Vermont. Open to mothers of infants birth to 4 months from Washington and Lamoille Counties. Free. Pre-register. 802-279-2106.
Mar 11th, 2010 (Thu)
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Lego Club
TOWN: ST. ALBANS
St. Albans Free Library. Join us for creative building time with other kids. Lots of Legos provided. Free. 802-524-1507.
Mar 11th, 2010 (Thu)
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
  After School Video Gaming
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Join other teens after school and play a variety of Wii and PS2 games. Middle school students. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 11th, 2010 (Thu)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  Camp Info Night
TOWN: MONTPELIER
U-32 High School, 930 Gallison Hill Rd., Rm 128. Learn about day and resident camp programs through Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains. You don't have to be Girl Scout to register for camp.
Girls 5-17 and their parents. Free.888-474-9686 x142 www.girlscoutsgwm.org
Mar 12th, 2010 (Fri)
10:15 AM
  Books and Beyond: Science for Preschoolers
TOWN: NORWICH
Montshire Museum of Science, One Montshire Rd. Great children's literature and fun science learning and exploration. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Free with Museum admission. $8 children 2-17. $10 adults. www.montshire.org. 802-649-2200.
Mar 12th, 2010 (Fri)
11:30 AM
  Books and Beyond: Science for Preschoolers
TOWN: NORWICH
Montshire Museum of Science, One Montshire Rd. Great children's literature and fun science learning and exploration. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Free with Museum admission. $8 children 2-17. $10 adults. www.montshire.org. 802-649-2200.
Mar 12th, 2010 (Fri)
1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  Vermont Boat & Marine Show
TOWN: ESSEX JCT.
Champlain Valley Expo. Adults $5, Children under 16 free with an adult. www.eastcoastshows.com.800-542-6017.
Mar 12th, 2010 (Fri)
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Co-parenting through Divorce and Separation
TOWN: BURLINGTON
VNA Family Room, 20 Allen Street. Eight weekly workshops to discuss changing families and effective ways to co-parent. Adults. Free. Please pre-register. www.vnacares.org. 802-860-4430, ext 3112.
Mar 12th, 2010 (Fri)
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  Simplicity Parenting Lecture
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Contois Auditorium, City Hall. Aythor Kim John Payne will share ideas for helping you reclaim for your children the space and freedom they need to focus and flourish. Adults. $12; $18 couple. www.lakechamplainwaldorfschool.org. 802-985-2827x12.
Mar 12th, 2010 (Fri)
8:00 PM
  Beoga
TOWN: BARRE
The Barre Opera House. The award- winning young Irish group (whose name means ?lively in Gaelic) offers a pre-St. Paddy?s Day show. Part of the TD Bank Celebration Series. $10-26. 802-476-8188 or www.barreoperahouse.org.
Mar 13th, 2010 (Sat)
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  Simplicity Parenting Workshop
TOWN: SHELBURNE
Lake Champlain Waldorf School, Turtle Lane. Author Kim John Payne will share practical tools and provide 'do-able' strategies that can impact right away. Ask questions, work in small groups and deepen your understanding. Adults. $50 includes Friday lecture and Sat workshop; $75 couple. www.lakechamplainwaldorfschool.org. 802-985-2827 x12.
Mar 13th, 2010 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  The Radio Show
TOWN: MONTPELIER
Vermont's History Museum, 109 State St. Family Fun Workshop offering hands-on experience with the past. Sit in front of the old-fashioned radio in our 1940s room and listen to great stories! Sponsored by Bob's Camera & Video of Barre. Supported by Operation Military Kids.
Pre-register. Ages 6-10. $8 or $5 for VHS members, parents free! Up to 10 military kids may attend free! www.vermonthistory.org. 802-828-2180
Mar 13th, 2010 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  Education Fair for Central Vermont
TOWN: MONTPELIER
Unitarian Universalist Church, 130 Main St. Visit with local children's organizations including private schools, music and art programs, nature centers and camps. Seminars.Free. Sponsored by Orchard Valley Waldorf School. 802-456-7400.
Mar 13th, 2010 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Baby Chat
TOWN: MORRISVILLE
Copley Large Conference Room. Play, socialize and make new friends. Learn about developmental expectations and needs from Vicki Rich, RN & IBCLC. Free. 802-888-3470.
Mar 13th, 2010 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  Vermont Boat & Marine Show
TOWN: ESSEX JCT.
Champlain Valley Expo. Adults $5, Children under 16 free with an adult. www.eastcoastshows.com. 800-542-6017.
Mar 13th, 2010 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Hiawatha Open Gym
TOWN: ESSEX JCT.
Hiawatha Elementary School Gymnasium. Indoor fun when the weather gets cold. Balls, tents and indoor activities to keep little bodies active. Follows school calendar. Babies, toddlers and preschool age children. Shanna 802-316-4775.
Mar 13th, 2010 (Sat) -- Mar 14th, 2010 (Sun)
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Watch the Sap Boil
TOWN: SHELBURNE
Palmer's Sugarhouse, Shelburne-Hinesburg Rd. Learn about maple sugaring and watch the sap boil. Families. Free admission. Sugar on snow $4. 802-985-5054.
Mar 13th, 2010 (Sat) -- Mar 14th, 2010 (Sun)
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  Read to a Dog
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Read to an adorable dog from Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Recommended ages 5-10 years. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 13th, 2010 (Sat)
6:00 PM
  Green Mt Derby Dames -Roller Derby Bout
TOWN: ESSEX JCT.
Champlain Valley Expo. Advance tickets $12 adults/$6 children under 12; at door $15 adults/$8 children under 12.www.gmrollerderbydames.com
Mar 14th, 2010 (Sun)
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  Vermont Boat & Marine Show
TOWN: ESSEX JCT.
Champlain Valley Expo. Adults $5, Children under 16 free with an adult. www.eastcoastshows.com. 800-542-6017.
Mar 14th, 2010 (Sun)
2:00 PM
  Jack and the Beanstalk
TOWN: JERICHO
The Community Center. Performed by the No Strings Marionette Company.
Please join us for a celebration of story, magic and community!
This event is free but donations are welcome. Anna 802-899-2087.
Mar 14th, 2010 (Sun)
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  Women in Irish Music and Dance
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Contois Auditorium. Featuring Sarah Blair, Claudine Langille, McFadden Academy of Irish Dance. Part of 15th Annual Burlington Irish Heritage Festival. www.youngtraditionvermont.org.
Mar 14th, 2010 (Sun)
7:00 PM
  The Peking Acrobats
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Flynn Center for the Performing Arts. Dazzling show that features acrobatics, juggling, wire-walking and trick cycling. All ages. Tickets $38/$32. www.flynncenter.org. 802-863-5966.
Mar 15th, 2010 (Mon)
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
  La Leche League Toddler Meeting
TOWN: MIDDLEBURY
Location varies. Join other mothers and toddlers for play and parenting discussion. Free. Call for location. 802-382-1589.
Mar 15th, 2010 (Mon)
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Creative Mondays
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Join us at the library for terrific arts and crafts projects. All ages but children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 15th, 2010 (Mon)
3:00 PM
  St. Patrick's Day Craft
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Make a leprechaun trap. Grades K-4. Free. Pre-register. 802-878-4918
Mar 16th, 2010 (Tue)
10:00 AM
  Family Place Parent Child Workshop
TOWN: LYNDONVILLE
Cobleigh Public Library. Kids play while parents and grandparents socialize and talk to resource professionals about speech, hearing, and nutrition. Parents of ages 1-3 years. 802-626-5475.
Mar 16th, 2010 (Tue)
11:00 AM
  Story Hour
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Stories and simple crafts for children ages 3-5. Free. Pre-register. 802-878-4918.
Mar 16th, 2010 (Tue)
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Music with Robert Resnik
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Sing along with Robert for some great family fun. All ages. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 16th, 2010 (Tue)
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
  Origami Group with Teresa Vasko
TOWN: LYNDONVILLE
Cobleigh Library. Learn the art of paper folding and maybe encounter a few mathematical challenges. Geared towards 4th-8th graders. 802-626-5475.
Mar 16th, 2010 (Tue)
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
  Frosty & Friends Therapy Dogs of Vermont
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Bring your favorite book and read to a dog. Sign up for 10 minute individual sessions. All ages. Pre-register. 802-878-4918.
Mar 16th, 2010 (Tue)
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
  After School Video Gaming
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Play a variety of Wii and PS2 games. Middle School students. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 16th, 2010 (Tue)
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  Pre-Natal Yoga
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Dhatri Foundation, 185 Tilley Drive. Prepares a woman for childbirth physically and emotionally. Specific poses will help strengthen uterus and pelvic muscles, improve circulation, aid in digestion, stretch the spine and increase your comfort overall. $14/class. www.dhatrifoundation.org. 802-862-2333.
Mar 17th, 2010 (Wed)
  St. Patrick's Day
Mar 17th, 2010 (Wed)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  Mommy Baby Workout
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Dhatri Movement Arts Center, 185 Tilley Dr. Get in shape while connecting with your little one and other moms in this fun and dynamic strength and cardio interval workout. Children welcome and encouraged to join in. Fun and safe toys provided. Crawlers to walkers. $10/class.www.dhatrifoundation.org. 802-862-2333.
Mar 17th, 2010 (Wed)
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
  Mommy Baby Workout
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Dhatri Foundation, 185 Tilley Drive. It's like a mom's group except you are getting stronger and more fit while you chat! Get in shape while connecting with your little one and other moms in this fun and dynamic strength and cardio interval workout. Children are welcome and encouraged to join in the fun. Fun and safe toys provided. Pre-crawlers. $10/class. www.dhatrifoundation.org. 802-862-2333.
Mar 17th, 2010 (Wed)
10:30 AM
  Babytime
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Playtime and sharing for parents and their babies. (pre-walkers). Free. 802-876-7147.
Mar 17th, 2010 (Wed)
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Georgia Playgroup
TOWN: GEORGIA
Small Gym, Georgia Elementary School. Enjoy running around and engaging in gross motor activities with other children. Follows school calendar. Ages birth to 6. Free. dski527@comcast.net
Mar 17th, 2010 (Wed)
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Kids Knitting Club
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Knitters work together to make baby blankets to donate to the hospital. Knitting experience helpful. Grades 3-6. Free. Pre-register. 802-878-4918.
Mar 17th, 2010 (Wed)
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
  4th and 5th Graders Read
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Be part of a group to talk about the books you enjoy reading. Grades 4 & 5. Pre-register. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 17th, 2010 (Wed)
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM
  Teens Read
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Participate in a book group for middle and high school students and get started reading. Grades 6 and up. Pre-register. 802-865-7216.
Mar 18th, 2010 (Thu)
10:00 AM
  Celtic Dance Story Time
TOWN: WATERBURY
One Studio Dance and Yoga. Celebrate the holiday with a special story event. Ages 3-6. Free. 802-244-7036.
Mar 18th, 2010 (Thu)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  New Mama Circle
TOWN: MONTPELIER
Unitarian Universalist Church, Main St. Use art, journaling, movement and visualization to transition to mothering..with other mothers. Babies welcome. Childcare provided for siblings up to age 5. Offered by Good Beginnings of Central Vermont. Open to mothers of infants birth to 4 months from Washington and Lamoille Counties. Free. Pre-register. 802-279-2106.
Mar 18th, 2010 (Thu)
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
  After School Video Gaming
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Join other teens after school and play a variety of Wii and PS2 games. Middle school students. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 18th, 2010 (Thu)
6:00 PM
  Parent Open House
TOWN: WILLISTON
The Bellwether School, 1186 S. Brownell Rd. Schedule a school tour, learn about our educational philosophy, register for the open house. Adults. Free. www.bellwetherschool.org. 802-863-4839.
Mar 18th, 2010 (Thu)
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  Windows on Waldorf
TOWN: E. MONTPELIER
Orchard Valley Waldorf School. Faculty lead a guided tour through the classrooms, showcasing the curriculum and student work across the grades. Q & A, conversation and refreshments. Free. Pre-register. 802-456-7400.
Mar 19th, 2010 (Fri)
8:45 AM - 11:00 AM
  MOPS Meetings
TOWN: ST. ALBANS
Church of the Rock, 1091 Fairfax Rd. Meet other Moms to have fun, get support, make new friends. Mothers of pre-schoolers ages birth to 5 and expectant mothers. 1st meeting free. 802-524-7047 or 802-868-5037.
Mar 19th, 2010 (Fri)
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Co-parenting through Divorce and Separation
TOWN: BURLINGTON
VNA Family Room, 20 Allen Street. Eight weekly workshops to discuss changing families and effective ways to co-parent. Adults. Free. Please pre-register. www.vnacares.org. 802-860-4430, ext 3112.
Mar 19th, 2010 (Fri)
3:30 PM
  Toy Dance Party
TOWN: MONTPELIER
Bear Pond Books, 77 Main St. Come visit with accomplished children's author Emily Jenkins and bring your favorite toys for some storytelling and dancing! Emily is the author of favorite read alouds Toys Go Out and Toy Dance Party. She is also the author of many picture books including Sugar Would Not Eat It and What Happens on Wednesdays. Free. 802-229-0774.
Mar 19th, 2010 (Fri) -- Mar 20th, 2010 (Sat)
7:30 PM
  Twelfth Night
TOWN: PLAINFIELD
The Haybarn Theatre, Goddard College. Shakespeare in The Hills presents. Directed by Alex Brown, it stars local actors such as Clarke Jordan, Russell Brown, Susannah Blachly, Dawn-Rose Kearn and Peter Young. Also included are young high school and college students from Plainfield including Ian Young and Emlyn Crocker. Tickets are $14, $12 for Students and Seniors and are all general seating. shakespeareinthehills.com. 802-223-3599.
Mar 20th, 2010 (Sat) -- Mar 21st, 2010 (Sun)
7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  Pancake Breakfast
TOWN: FERRISBURGH
Dakin Farm, Route 7. Celebrate maple sugaring season with demonstrations and all you can eat pancakes, syrup, sausage, bacon, coffee and milk. $7.75; kids 12 & under $4.50. www.dakinfarm.com. 802-425-2765.
Mar 20th, 2010 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Hiawatha Open Gym
TOWN: ESSEX JCT.
Hiawatha Elementary School Gymnasium. Indoor fun when the weather gets cold. Balls, tents and indoor activities to keep little bodies active. Follows school calendar. Babies, toddlers and preschool age children. Shanna 802-316-4775.
Mar 20th, 2010 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  Winter Farmer's Market
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Memorial Auditorium, Main St. and S.Union St. Buy local products such as honey, syrup, pickles, prepared foods, cheese, bread, vegetables, and meat.
Mar 20th, 2010 (Sat)
11:00 AM
  Princess Katie & Racer Steve in Concert
TOWN: LEBANON, NH
Lebanon Opera House, 51 North Park St. Princess Katie & Racer Steve bring their one-of-a-kind combination of drop-dead great singing, sterling musicianship, and sparkling, kid-oriented comedy to a rock extravaganza for kids and their parental units.Kids are encouraged to dress as rock stars or in any costume of their choice! Princess Katie & Racer Steve use cool music, hip lyrics and zany skits to bring home messages about cultural acceptance, winning, losing, sharing, bullying, making friends, kindness, fairness, sibling appreciation, world peace, and just plain having fun being a kid.
Think confetti, streamers, super-sized beach balls, a conga line, the freeze dance, tattoos, a missing dragon, and swing dancing! $16. Discounts available for seniors and kids. www.lebanonoperahouse.org. 603-448-0400.
Mar 20th, 2010 (Sat) -- Mar 21st, 2010 (Sun)
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Sugar on Snow Parties
TOWN: FERRISBURGH
Dakin Farm, Route 7. Celebrate maple sugaring season with demonstrations, samples, maple treats for purchase, and live music. Free. 802-425-2765.
Mar 20th, 2010 (Sat) -- Mar 21st, 2010 (Sun)
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Dakin Farm Sugar on Snow
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Dakin Farm Shop, 100 Dorset St. Celebrate the season with sugar on snow, maple specialty foods and free samples. All ages. 802-425-3971.
Mar 20th, 2010 (Sat) -- Mar 21st, 2010 (Sun)
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Watch the Sap Boil
TOWN: SHELBURNE
Palmer's Sugarhouse, Shelburne-Hinesburg Rd. Learn about maple sugaring and watch the sap boil. Families. Free admission. Sugar on snow $4. 802-985-5054.
Mar 20th, 2010 (Sat) -- Mar 21st, 2010 (Sun)
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  Read to a Dog
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Read to an adorable dog from Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Recommended ages 5-10 years. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 20th, 2010 (Sat)
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  Kids Night Out
TOWN: WINOOSKI
Regal Gymnastics Academy, 16 Tigan St. (formerly Hruska). Enjoy the gym, movies, games, crafts and snacks. $25/child; $45/2. Pre-register. 802-655-3300.
Mar 21st, 2010 (Sun) -- Apr 3rd, 2010 (Sat)
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  Visit the Easter Bunny
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
University Mall, Dorset St. Visit the Easter Bunny at his 14-foot treehouse. Visits and photos available 11-7 Everyday! (Please note that the Easter Bunny needs to take carrot breaks from time to time, usually when there are no kids around). Free to visit. Photos extra. 802-863-1066, ext 11.
Mar 21st, 2010 (Sun)
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  Mascot March and Easter Egg Hunt
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Center court, University Mall. Meet local mascots, such as Champ, Rally, Ace, Teddy and more as they "March" to the Easter Bunny Treehouse. Easter Egg Hunt from store-to-store, Noon-1pm. Recommended for ages 8 and under. Free. 802-863-1066, ext 11.
Mar 21st, 2010 (Sun)
2:00 PM
  Twelfth Night
TOWN: PLAINFIELD
The Haybarn Theatre, Goddard College. Shakespeare in The Hills presents. Directed by Alex Brown, it stars local actors such as Clarke Jordan, Russell Brown, Susannah Blachly, Dawn-Rose Kearn and Peter Young. Also included are young high school and college students from Plainfield including Ian Young and Emlyn Crocker. Tickets are $14, $12 for Students and Seniors and are all general seating. shakespeareinthehills.com. 802-223-3599.
Mar 22nd, 2010 (Mon)
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
  Hot Mama Workout
TOWN: ST. ALBANS
City Hall Gym, Main St. Come join a fat burning, muscle toning workout! Bring your kids in their strollers or let them run around and play as you work on your cardio, muscle strength and core toning. The classes can be modified for those just starting out. Bring a mat if you have one. You can also join without a child. $8 drop in fee, $10 non-residents. www.stalbansvt.com.
Mar 22nd, 2010 (Mon)
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Stories with Megan
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories, songs and rhymes. Free. Ages 2-5. 802-865-7216.
Mar 22nd, 2010 (Mon)
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
  First Steps in Music- Infant/Toddler
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Champlain Elementary School. First session of nine-week interactive music classes. Session cost $58, sliding scale. Birth to 36 months with caregiver. Registration required. Email jenniferappleyard@yahoo.com. 802-862-9515.
Mar 22nd, 2010 (Mon)
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM
  First Steps in Music- Preschool
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Champlain Elementary School. First session of nine-week interactive music classes designed for young children and their caregivers. Session cost $58, sliding scale. Ages 2 1/2-5 years. Email jenniferappleyard@yahoo.com. 802-862-9515.
Mar 22nd, 2010 (Mon)
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Creative Mondays
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Join us at the library for terrific arts and crafts projects. All ages but children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 22nd, 2010 (Mon)
6:30 PM
  Animal Investigators: CSI Wilderness
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Learn about wild animals with Laurel Neme, author of Animal Investigators. Hands on examination of skulls, bones, feathers and other wild clues. All ages. www.williston.lib.vt.us. 802-878-4918.
Mar 23rd, 2010 (Tue)
10:00 AM
  Family Place Parent Child Workshop
TOWN: LYNDONVILLE
Cobleigh Public Library. Kids play while parents and grandparents socialize and talk to resource professionals about speech, hearing, and nutrition. Parents of ages 1-3 years. 802-626-5475.
Mar 23rd, 2010 (Tue)
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Music with Robert Resnik
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Sing along with Robert for some great family fun. All ages. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 23rd, 2010 (Tue)
11:00 AM
  Story Hour
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Stories and simple crafts for children ages 3-5. Free. Pre-register. 802-878-4918.
Mar 23rd, 2010 (Tue)
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
  Origami Group with Teresa Vasko
TOWN: LYNDONVILLE
Cobleigh Library. Learn the art of paper folding and maybe encounter a few mathematical challenges. Geared towards 4th-8th graders. 802-626-5475.
Mar 23rd, 2010 (Tue)
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
  Frosty & Friends Therapy Dogs of Vermont
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Bring your favorite book and read to a dog. Sign up for 10 minute individual sessions. All ages. Pre-register. 802-878-4918.
Mar 23rd, 2010 (Tue)
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
  After School Video Gaming
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Play a variety of Wii and PS2 games. Middle School students. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 23rd, 2010 (Tue)
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  Pre-Natal Yoga
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Dhatri Foundation, 185 Tilley Drive. Prepares a woman for childbirth physically and emotionally. Specific poses will help strengthen uterus and pelvic muscles, improve circulation, aid in digestion, stretch the spine and increase your comfort overall. $14/class. www.dhatrifoundation.org. 802-862-2333.
Mar 23rd, 2010 (Tue)
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  Parent Workshop: Create a Family Mission Statement
TOWN: HINESBURG
Hinesburg Town Hall. Workshop takes you through the steps of creating a shared vision of your family. Taught by Lucy Gage Bogue, Family Coach and Gifted Education Specialist. $10-$25 sliding scale. vtquakerschool@gmail.com or 802-734-1616.
Mar 24th, 2010 (Wed)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  Mommy Baby Workout
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Dhatri Movement Arts Center, 185 Tilley Dr. Get in shape while connecting with your little one and other moms in this fun and dynamic strength and cardio interval workout. Children welcome and encouraged to join in. Fun and safe toys provided. Crawlers to walkers. $10/class.www.dhatrifoundation.org. 802-862-2333.
Mar 24th, 2010 (Wed)
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
  Mommy Baby Workout
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Dhatri Foundation, 185 Tilley Drive. It's like a mom's group except you are getting stronger and more fit while you chat! Get in shape while connecting with your little one and other moms in this fun and dynamic strength and cardio interval workout. Children are welcome and encouraged to join in the fun. Fun and safe toys provided. Pre-crawlers. $10/class. www.dhatrifoundation.org. 802-862-2333.
Mar 24th, 2010 (Wed)
10:30 AM
  Babytime
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Playtime and sharing for parents and their babies. (pre-walkers). Free. 802-876-7147.
Mar 24th, 2010 (Wed)
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  Georgia Playgroup
TOWN: GEORGIA
Community Room, Public Library. Story time, crafts and free play. Bring a snack. Follows school calendar. Ages birth to 6. Free. dski527@comcast.net
Mar 24th, 2010 (Wed)
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Moving and Grooving with Christine
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Move and play to great old Rock n Roll and World Beat music! Recommended for ages 2-5 but all are welcome. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 24th, 2010 (Wed)
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
  Raptor Encounter
TOWN: WATERBURY
Waterbury Public Library. Meet live falcons, hawks and owls as you learn about these efficient predators. Presented by VINS. Grades 1 & up. Enrollment limited. Free. Pre-register. 802-244-7036.
Mar 24th, 2010 (Wed)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
  Go with the Flow
TOWN: WATERBURY
Waterbury Public Library. Learn about the Connecticut River Watershed from the VINS educators. Investigate watersheds through hands-on activities and demonstrations. Grades 1 & up. Enrollment limited. Free. Pre-register. 802-244-7036.
Mar 24th, 2010 (Wed)
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Kids Knitting Club
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Knitters work together to make baby blankets to donate to the hospital. Knitting experience helpful. Grades 3-6. Free. Pre-register. 802-878-4918.
Mar 24th, 2010 (Wed)
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM
  Teens Read
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Participate in a book group for middle and high school students and get started reading. Grades 6 and up. Pre-register. 802-865-7216.
Mar 25th, 2010 (Thu)
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
  Hot Mama Workout
TOWN: ST. ALBANS
City Hall Gym, Main St. Come join a fat burning, muscle toning workout! Bring your kids in their strollers or let them run around and play as you work on your cardio, muscle strength and core toning. The classes can be modified for those just starting out. Bring a mat if you have one. You can also join without a child. $8 drop in fee, $10 non-residents. www.stalbansvt.com.
Mar 25th, 2010 (Thu)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  New Mama Circle
TOWN: MONTPELIER
Unitarian Universalist Church, Main St. Use art, journaling, movement and visualization to transition to mothering..with other mothers. Babies welcome. Childcare provided for siblings up to age 5. Offered by Good Beginnings of Central Vermont. Open to mothers of infants birth to 4 months from Washington and Lamoille Counties. Free. Pre-register. 802-279-2106.
Mar 25th, 2010 (Thu)
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Lego Club
TOWN: ST. ALBANS
St. Albans Free Library. Join us for creative building time with other kids. Lots of Legos provided. Free. 802-524-1507.
Mar 25th, 2010 (Thu)
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
  After School Video Gaming
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Join other teens after school and play a variety of Wii and PS2 games. Middle school students. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 26th, 2010 (Fri) -- Mar 28th, 2010 (Sun)
  Vermont Maple Producers Open House Weekend
Sugarhouses throughout the State. Watch maple syrup being made and sample maple products. Some tours of sugarbushes and kids activities. Free. Consult website for specific locations and directions. www.vermontmaple.org.
Mar 26th, 2010 (Fri) -- Mar 28th, 2010 (Sun)
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks
TOWN: MONTPELIER
1168 County Road. Watch maple syrup being made and sample maple products. Hot dogs and eggs boiled in sap Sat.and Sun. noon-4; Sugar on Snow Fri. Sat. and Sun. noon-4pm. www.morsefarm.com.
Mar 26th, 2010 (Fri)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Nursing Beyond a Year
TOWN: WINOOSKI
Winooski Family Center at the O'Brien Community Center, 32 Mallets Bay Avenue. Monthly La Leche League Meeting.Connect with other moms while your toddler plays. Free. 802-985-8228.
Mar 26th, 2010 (Fri) -- Mar 28th, 2010 (Sun)
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  Davis Family Maple
TOWN: UNDERHILL
Upper English Settlement Rd. Watch maple syrup being made and sample maple products. Tours and sugar on snow. dfmaple@netscape.com.
Mar 26th, 2010 (Fri)
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
  First Steps in Music- Preschool
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Champlain Elementary School. First session of nine-week interactive music classes designed for young children and their caregivers. Session cost $58, sliding scale. Ages 2 1/2 -5 years. Email jenniferappleyard@yahoo.com. 802-862-9515.
Mar 26th, 2010 (Fri)
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
  First Steps in Music-Infant/Toddler
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Champlain Elementary School. First session of nine-week interactive music classes. Session cost $58, sliding scale. Birth to 36 months with caregiver. Email jenniferappleyard@yahoo.com. 802-862-9515.
Mar 26th, 2010 (Fri)
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
  Make-your-own Chocolate Bunny
TOWN: STOWE
Laughing Moon Chocolates, Main St. Chocolate making workshop for kids. Call ahead to register for a 20 minute session working with a chocolatier to make your own solid chocolate Easter bunny and filled Buttercream or Truffle eggs. $15 per person. 802-253-9591 or email leigh@laughingmoonchocolates.com to register.
Mar 26th, 2010 (Fri)
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Co-parenting through Divorce and Separation
TOWN: BURLINGTON
VNA Family Room, 20 Allen Street. Eight weekly workshops to discuss changing families and effective ways to co-parent. Adults. Free. Please pre-register. www.vnacares.org. 802-860-4430, ext 3112.
Mar 26th, 2010 (Fri)
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
  Kids' Knight Out
TOWN: COLCHESTER
Ross Sports Center, St. Michael's College. Women's Basketball team hosts an evening of basketball, swimming, arts & crafts, games, movies. Bring your bathing suit and sneakers. Food concession. Ages 5-10. $10/child pre-registered. $15/door. 802-654-2500.
Mar 26th, 2010 (Fri) -- Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat)
7:30 PM
  Twelfth Night
TOWN: PLAINFIELD
The Haybarn Theatre, Goddard College. Shakespeare in The Hills presents. Directed by Alex Brown, it stars local actors such as Clarke Jordan, Russell Brown, Susannah Blachly, Dawn-Rose Kearn and Peter Young. Also included are young high school and college students from Plainfield including Ian Young and Emlyn Crocker. Tickets are $14, $12 for Students and Seniors and are all general seating. shakespeareinthehills.com. 802-223-3599.
Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat) -- Mar 28th, 2010 (Sun)
7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  Pancake Breakfast
TOWN: FERRISBURGH
Dakin Farm, Route 7. Celebrate maple sugaring season with demonstrations and all you can eat pancakes, syrup, sausage, bacon, coffee and milk. $7.75; kids 12 & under $4.50. 802-425-2765.
Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat) -- Mar 28th, 2010 (Sun)
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  Vermont Tradewinds Farm
TOWN: SHOREHAM
1639 Route 74. Tour the sugarhouse, watch maple syrup being made and sample maple products. Pancake breakfast Sat and Sun 8-11:30am and Sugar on Snow 1-4pm. Maple cream donuts. info@vermonttradewinds.com.
Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat)
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Experience the Waldorf Nursery-Kindergarten
TOWN: E. MONTPELIER
Farmhouse, Orchard Valley Waldorf School. You and your child experience imaginative play, circle time, snack, creative movement and other typical events in a Nursery/Kindergarten experience. Q & A, conversation and refreshments. Free. Pre-register. 802-456-7400.
Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat)
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  Festival of Quilts
TOWN: RUTLAND
College of St. Joseph, 71 Clement Rd. Antique quilt display, demonstrations, vendors. 25th Annual event. Ages 5 & up. $6. www.mapleleafquilters.org.
Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat) -- Mar 28th, 2010 (Sun)
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Pancake Breakfast
TOWN: SHELBURNE
Shelburne Farms. Harbor Rd. Come enjoy pancakes topped with Shelburne Farms own syrup, offered by Shelburne Explorers 4-H Club as a benefit for their dairy project. All ages. $8/adult; $4/child. 802-985-8686.
Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat) -- Mar 28th, 2010 (Sun)
9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
  Maple Open House Weekend
TOWN: SHELBURNE
Shelburne Farms. Harbor Rd. Come to our sugarbush for some hands on maple activities and tours of the sugarbush. All ages. Free. 802-985-8686.
Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat)
10:00 AM
  Princess Story Time
TOWN: WATERBURY
Waterbury Public Library. Princess stories, face painting and a craft fit for the most royal of preschoolers. Ages 3-6. Free. Pre-register. 802-244-7036.
Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Hiawatha Open Gym
TOWN: ESSEX JCT.
Hiawatha Elementary School Gymnasium. Indoor fun when the weather gets cold. Balls, tents and indoor activities to keep little bodies active. Follows school calendar. Babies, toddlers and preschool age children. Shanna 802-316-4775.
Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat)
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  The 8th Annual Eggstravaganza
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Oakledge Park. Over 10,000 eggs, refreshments, cookie decorating, an egg-decorating contest, free give-aways and of course the Egg Hunt Bunny at this free family event! Egg hunt times vary by age. Check website for parking info. www.enjoyburlington.com. 802-864-0123.
Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat)
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  Annual Sugar Makers Tour
TOWN: HUNTINGTON
Sugarmakers throughout Huntington. Join your neighbors and friends for sweet treats as you watch the boiling operation. Maps available at local stores after March 3rd. Families. Free. 802-434-5812.
Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat) -- Mar 28th, 2010 (Sun)
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Dakin Farm Sugar on Snow
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Dakin Farm Shop, 100 Dorset St. Celebrate the season with sugar on snow, maple specialty foods and free samples. All ages. 802-425-3971.
Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat) -- Mar 28th, 2010 (Sun)
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Watch the Sap Boil
TOWN: SHELBURNE
Palmer's Sugarhouse, Shelburne-Hinesburg Rd. Learn about maple sugaring and watch the sap boil. Families. Free admission. Sugar on snow $4. 802-985-5054.
Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat) -- Mar 28th, 2010 (Sun)
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Sugar on Snow Parties
TOWN: FERRISBURGH
Dakin Farm, Route 7. Celebrate maple sugaring season with demonstrations, samples, maple treats for purchase, and live music. Free. www.dakinfarm.com. 802-425-2765.
Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat) -- Mar 28th, 2010 (Sun)
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  Read to a Dog
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Read to an adorable dog from Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Recommended ages 5-10 years. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat)
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  Crow Moon Campfire
TOWN: SHELBURNE
Shelburne Farms. Enjoy a warming campfire along with storytelling, hot chocolate and a bird on hand. Member $5. Non-member $6. Pre-register. 802-985-8686.
Mar 27th, 2010 (Sat)
7:00 PM
  Magician, Christopher McBride
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Main Street Landing, Black Box Theater; 60 Lake Street. Magician, Christopher McBride will give you the opportunity to experience first hand, his classical methods of card artistry in an intimate theatrical setting. As a professional sleight-of-hand magician he will present his best and newest work while delighting and leading his audience into the mind of a conjuror. Come early for refreshments and visit with Christopher and his sponsors from the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Proceeds from this performance and donations will be given to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Vermont. 802-863-5966. For more information call Christopher McBride at 802-879-5726 or Carol Mader at 802-434-5273.
Mar 28th, 2010 (Sun)
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  Festival of Quilts
TOWN: RUTLAND
College of St. Joseph, 71 Clement Rd. Antique quilt display, demonstrations, vendors. 25th Annual event. Ages 5 & up. $6. www.mapleleafquilters.org.
Mar 28th, 2010 (Sun)
2:00 PM
  Twelfth Night
TOWN: PLAINFIELD
The Haybarn Theatre, Goddard College. Shakespeare in The Hills presents. Directed by Alex Brown, it stars local actors such as Clarke Jordan, Russell Brown, Susannah Blachly, Dawn-Rose Kearn and Peter Young. Also included are young high school and college students from Plainfield including Ian Young and Emlyn Crocker. Tickets are $14, $12 for Students and Seniors and are all general seating. shakespeareinthehills.com. 802-223-3599.
Mar 29th, 2010 (Mon)
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
  Hot Mama Workout
TOWN: ST. ALBANS
City Hall Gym, Main St. Come join a fat burning, muscle toning workout! Bring your kids in their strollers or let them run around and play as you work on your cardio, muscle strength and core toning. The classes can be modified for those just starting out. Bring a mat if you have one. You can also join without a child. $8 drop in fee, $10 non-residents. www.stalbansvt.com.
Mar 29th, 2010 (Mon)
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Stories with Megan
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories, songs and rhymes. Free. Ages 2-5. 802-865-7216.
Mar 29th, 2010 (Mon)
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Creative Mondays
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Join us at the library for terrific arts and crafts projects. All ages but children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 30th, 2010 (Tue)
10:00 AM
  Family Place Parent Child Workshop
TOWN: LYNDONVILLE
Cobleigh Public Library. Kids play while parents and grandparents socialize and talk to resource professionals about speech, hearing, and nutrition. Parents of ages 1-3 years. 802-626-5475.
Mar 30th, 2010 (Tue)
11:00 AM
  Story Hour
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Stories and simple crafts for children ages 3-5. Free. Pre-register. 802-878-4918.
Mar 30th, 2010 (Tue)
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
  Origami Group with Teresa Vasko
TOWN: LYNDONVILLE
Cobleigh Library. Learn the art of paper folding and maybe encounter a few mathematical challenges. Geared towards 4th-8th graders. 802-626-5475.
Mar 30th, 2010 (Tue)
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
  Frosty & Friends Therapy Dogs of Vermont
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Bring your favorite book and read to a dog. Sign up for 10 minute individual sessions. All ages. Pre-register. 802-878-4918.
Mar 30th, 2010 (Tue)
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
  After School Video Gaming
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Play a variety of Wii and PS2 games. Middle School students. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 30th, 2010 (Tue)
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  Pre-Natal Yoga
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Dhatri Foundation, 185 Tilley Drive. Prepares a woman for childbirth physically and emotionally. Specific poses will help strengthen uterus and pelvic muscles, improve circulation, aid in digestion, stretch the spine and increase your comfort overall. $14/class. www.dhatrifoundation.org. 802-862-2333.
Mar 31st, 2010 (Wed)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  Mommy Baby Workout
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Dhatri Movement Arts Center, 185 Tilley Dr. Get in shape while connecting with your little one and other moms in this fun and dynamic strength and cardio interval workout. Children welcome and encouraged to join in. Fun and safe toys provided. Crawlers to walkers. $10/class.www.dhatrifoundation.org. 802-862-2333.
Mar 31st, 2010 (Wed)
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
  Mommy Baby Workout
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON
Dhatri Foundation, 185 Tilley Drive. It's like a mom's group except you are getting stronger and more fit while you chat! Get in shape while connecting with your little one and other moms in this fun and dynamic strength and cardio interval workout. Children are welcome and encouraged to join in the fun. Fun and safe toys provided. Pre-crawlers. $10/class. www.dhatrifoundation.org. 802-862-2333.
Mar 31st, 2010 (Wed)
10:30 AM
  Babytime
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Playtime and sharing for parents and their babies. (pre-walkers). Free. 802-876-7147.
Mar 31st, 2010 (Wed)
10:30 AM
  Preschool Storyhour
TOWN: LYNDONVILLE
Cobleigh Public Library. Spring session of active stories, songs, crafts and activities at a new time. Geared to ages 3-5 but all welcome. Free. 802-626-5475.
Mar 31st, 2010 (Wed)
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Moving and Grooving with Christine
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Move and play to great old Rock n Roll and World Beat music! Recommended for ages 2-5 but all are welcome. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 31st, 2010 (Wed)
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Kids Knitting Club
TOWN: WILLISTON
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Knitters work together to make baby blankets to donate to the hospital. Knitting experience helpful. Grades 3-6. Free. Pre-register. 802-878-4918.
Mar 31st, 2010 (Wed)
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
  4th and 5th Graders Read
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Be part of a group to talk about the books you enjoy reading. Grades 4 & 5. Pre-register. Free. 802-865-7216.
Mar 31st, 2010 (Wed)
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM
  Teens Read
TOWN: BURLINGTON
Fletcher Free Library. Participate in a book group for middle and high school students and get started reading. Grades 6 and up. Pre-register. 802-865-7216.