Calendar

Monday August 20, 2012

Monday

Dance

Dance and Fitness Classes: Luminz Studio, 74 Cotton Mill Hill, No. 346, Third Floor, Brattleboro. For adults and children. Pre-School dance (3-5 yrs.), 3:30- 4:30; Jazz 5:30-7; Zumba toning, 7-8. Information: www.luminzstudio.com. Kids

Movin’ Into Music: 10-10:45 a.m., in Brattleboro. Music & Movement. Sing, dance, clap, tap and make believe. For children 1-5 years and their caregivers. Led by Annie Frelich. Ongoing classes, join any time. Fee. Contact the Brattleboro Music Center, 802-257-4523, or bmcvt.org.

Boys & Girls Club: Noon-6 p.m., 17 Flat St., Brattleboro. Programs, activities, special events and use of facilities available for ages 10 to 18. Information: 802-254-5990.

Windham County Activities for Youth: See the Youth Services’ H.E.Y.! Help Empower Youth! guide to after school and other activities and programs at www.HelpEmpowerYouth.com.

Museums

Brooks Memorial Library: 224 Main St., Brattleboro. Check out free museum passes to local area museums: Eric Carle, MASS Mocha, Springfield, Shelburne, Norman Rockwell, Bennington, etc. Reserve online at www.brooks.lib.vt.us, click on "Museum Passes" button. Information:

802-254-5290.

Miscellaneous

Rockingham Library: Closed for construction Aug. 18-Sept. 3, Rockingham Free Public Library, 65 Westminster St., Bellows Falls. For further information: www.rockingham.lib.vt.us.

Brain Injury Support: 1-2:30 p.m., Marlboro Graduate Center, second floor, 28 Vernon St., Brattleboro. VCIL and BIAVT Brain Injury Association’s support group. Individuals with brain injury, family members, caregivers and professionals welcome. Third Monday each month. Information: Candace Stoumen, 802-254-6851.

Meet the Dover Chief: 7 p.m., Dover Free Library. "People Here in Dover Series" sponsored by the Library. Chief Robert Edwards, Chief of the Dover Police and lifelong Dover resident. Free. All welcome. Information: 802-348-7488.

Ongoing Events

Scleroderma Support Group of Southern Vermont: No meeting at this time. Contact: Scleroderma Foundation, 802-464-5847.

Hospice Thrift Shop: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Experienced Goods Thrift Shop for Brattleboro Area Hospice, 77 Flat St., Brattleboro. Selling quality clothing, books, housewares, furniture and more. Seeking donations, 802-254-5200.

Volunteer Meeting: 1:30 p.m., Turning Point of Windham County, 112 Hardwood Way, Brattleboro. For those interested in volunteering. Information: 802-257-5600.

Recovery Chat: 2:30-3:30 p.m., Turning Point of Windham County, 112 Hardwood Way, Brattleboro. Less formal group, conversation, games, sharing. Information: 802-257-5600.

T.O.P.S.: Samuel Elliot Apartments, Hi-Rise, at 107 Elliot St., Brattleboro, next to fire station. T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) program. 5:15-5:30 p.m., Weigh in; 5:30-6:30 p.m., Meeting. Information: 802-257-0725.

Healing Discussion Group: 5:30-7 p.m., Sojourns Community Health Clinic, 4923 U.S. Route 5, Westminster. Living Life Now! For anyone with cancer. Meets every Monday. Information: 802-722-4023.

Vipassana Group Sitting: 5:30 p.m., Mondays, in Brattleboro. In the tradition of S. N. Goenka. Contact: jjjonas@sover.net or 802-869-3246.

AA Meditation Group: 6-7 p.m., Turning Point of Windham County, 112 Hardwood Way, Brattleboro. Conscious Contact meditation group. Information: 802-257-5600.

Gastric Bypass Support Group: Third Monday, 6-8 p.m., BMH, Tyler Conference Room; Anne Adams, 802-257-7887 days, 603-336-5662 night.

Food Pantry: 6-7:30 p.m., Townshend Church, on the Common, Route 30. For anyone who needs food assistance. Information: 802-365-4321.

Parents Together Support Group: 6-7:30 p.m., childcare included. For location and registration: Noreen Oles at 802-254-6686.

Adult Children of Alcoholics: (12-step group), Mondays, 6-7 p.m., Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, Room B, off Cafeteria. Information: 802-258-0077.

Lupus Support Group of Southeastern Vermont: No meeting at this time. Contact: Lupus Foundation, 802-244-5988.

Self-Healing Program: 6-8 p.m., ongoing on Mondays in Putney. Healing Trauma Without the Drama: Using Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) and Intuitive Inquiry for self-healing. Led by Seth Lepore, EFT Cert-I. Fee. Information: 802-275-7262 or classes@practicalhealings.com to register.

Support for Grieving Parents: 6-8 p.m., Franklin Baystate Medical Center, Greenfield, Mass., Conference Room A from 6 to 8 p.m. For parents who have lost a teenage or adult child. Third Monday each month. Information: Lorraine, 413-512-9177.

Benefit Bingo: 6:30 p.m., above People’s United Bank, on the Square, Bellows Falls. Every Monday. 5 p.m., Doors open. 6 p.m., Early bird games. 20-game format specials, U-Pick-Em, winner take all, progressive jackpot. Food and beverages available for purchase. Free coffee. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus in Bellows Falls, Council No. 753, benefit for local charities.

Meditation: 7-9 p.m., Putney Friends Meeting House, Route 5, Putney, just north of Basketville. Mountains and Rivers Mindfulness Community. Sharing group in the tradition of Vietnamese Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. Newcomers welcome. Wheelchair accessible. Information: Richard Brady, mountainsandriversmc@myfairpoint.net or 802-387-2382.

Co-Dependents Anonymous: 7:15-9 p.m., Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, Room B off cafeteria. Contact: Christin Tandy, 603-358-6261.

Al-Anon: 7:30-8:30 p.m., Newfane Congregational Church, on the Common, Newfane. For friends and relatives of alcoholics. Free. Information: 866-972-5266; also, 7:30-9 p.m., in the Parsonage, United Church of Winchester, 97 Main St., Winchester, N.H.

AA Hotline: Toll free, 1-877-851-0181.

Tuesday

Music/Dance

Dance and Fitness Classes: Luminz Studio, 74 Cotton Mill Hill, No. 346, Third Floor, Brattleboro. For adults and children. Yoga, 9:15-10:15; Tap, 4-5:30 p.m.; Modern dance intermediate, 5:30-7 p.m. Information: www.luminzstudio.com.

Rumba Dance Series: Brattleboro Ballroom at the Stone Church, 210 Main St., Brattleboro. Fifth class of a five-week series. Technique, turns, partnership, combinations in American Waltz. Beginners: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Intermediate: 7:30-8:30 p.m. Cost: Drop-in, $10 for one class; $15 drop-in for both. Air conditioned. Carry dance shoes. Information: 802-348-6671 or ray@shallwedance.biz.

Kids

Preschool Playgroup: 9:30-11 a.m., Saxtons River Elementary School, in the gym. Birth to age 5. For children and their parents or caregivers. Snacks, stories and seasonally-themed activities. Information: Tracy Binet-Perrin, 603-762-5069.

Playgroup: 10-11:30 a.m., Athens Community Church. Free and open to ages 0-5. Led by Early Education Outreach Coordinator. Information: 802-258-1673.

Storytime: 10:45 a.m., Guilford Free Library, Guilford. Cathi Wilken or Laura Lawson Tucker to present a program of songs, fingerplays, books and activities for babies, toddlers and older siblings. No charge. Information: 802-254-6545.

Infant/Toddler Social Time: 11 a.m., Putney Public Library. Every Tuesday. For parents and caregivers of children under 2. Information: 802-387-4407.

Boys & Girls Club: Noon-6 p.m., 17 Flat St., Brattleboro. Programs, activities, special events and use of facilities available for 10-18 year olds. 6-9 p.m., The Junction, Older youth drop-in, 15-22 years old. Information: 802-254-5990.

InterPlay: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Cascading Brook Studio, 216 Williams St., Brattleboro. Information: Judith Reichsman, 802-254-1149, or Stephanie Petkanas, stephaniepetkanas@att.net, rgsart@sover.net or 802-380-4241. Rooted in the transformational power of play, combining movement, storytelling and voice. Wear comfortable clothing. First class is free.

Museums

Guilford Historical Society Museum: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Guilford Center Road, Guilford. New exhibit featuring Civil War memorabilia. No charge. Open Tuesdays and Saturdays and by appointment, 802-257-0147.

Outdoors/Recreation

Gentle Yoga for Seniors: 9-10 a.m., Putney Cares Activities Barn, 54 Kimball Hill Road, Putney. Tuesdays, $7 per class, with Eva Greene. Classes focus on alignment, balance, and self-acceptance. Information: 802-387-2125.

Qi Gong in Putney: 4:30-6 p.m., second floor

above Front Porch Cafe, in the center of Putney. Learn simple self healing exercises to improve health. Benefit from group healing energy. Tuesdays. Fee. Information or to register: bonniebloom1@gmail.com.

Meals

Congregate Breakfast: 7:45-8:15 a.m., Brattleboro Senior Center, 207 Main St., Brattleboro. Menu: Scrambled eggs, bacon, home fries, muffin, fruit, juice, yogurt. Suggested donation for seniors over 60, $3.50. All others, $6. Information: 802-257-1236.

Miscellaneous

Blood Donor Day: 1-6 p.m., NewBrook Fire Department, Route 30, Newfane. Sponsored by the American Red Cross. All donors receive a limited edition Fenway Park 100th Year celebration T-shirt. Information or appointment, visit online at redcrosblood.org or call the American Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767.

Rockingham Library: Closed for construction through Sept. 3, Rockingham Free Public Library, 65 Westminster St., Bellows Falls. For further information: www.rockingham.lib.vt.us.

Healing Meditation Group: 6 p.m., Jamaica Healing Arts & Wellness Center, West Jamaica. Bi-weekly on Tuesdays, Aug. 21, Sept. 4 and 18, etc. Sitting at 6:30 p.m. Free. Led by Margaret Miller. Information or directions: Margaret@margiesmuse.com or 802-874-7201.

German Lesson/Conversation: Community Room, Dover Free Library. Weekly German Club hosted by the Library. 6:30 p.m., beginners’ lesson. 7 p.m., Fluent speakers and beginners participate in social conversational German. Information: 802-348-7488.

Tropical Bugs and Birds: 7 p.m., Brooks Memorial Library, 224 Main St., Brattleboro. "Bugs and Birds in the Tropics." Kelly Price, amateur entomologist and state game warden, will speak about his trips to Central and South America in pursuit of insect diversity and his work with professional entomologists. Photographs of insects, birds, the tropical landscape (principally Costa Rica). Sponsored by Southeastern Vermont Audubon Society.

Ongoing Events

Meditation Sittings: Vermont Insight Meditation Center, 7-7:45 a.m., in the Neighbor’s Hall at Solar Hill, 229 Western Ave., Brattleboro. Information: Rose, 802-246-1244.

Strength Training for Seniors: 9:30 a.m., Brattleboro Senior Center, 207 Main St., Brattleboro. Cost: $3 per class; $5 for two. Instructor: Cyndy Gray. Works on building strength on all major muscle groups followed by stretch and relaxation. Information: 802-257-7570.

Al-Anon: Noon, Retreat Healthcare, conference room of Starting Now, Anna Marsh Lane, Brattleboro. Open meeting with flexible format.

Caregivers Support Group: 1-2 p.m., Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, Room B, off cafeteria. Contact: Andy Hall, 802-257-8342.

Recovery Chat: 2:30-3:30 p.m., Turning Point of Windham County, 112 Hardwood Way, Brattleboro. Less formal group, conversation, games, sharing. Information: 802-257-5600.

Bereavement Support: Brattleboro Area Hospice, Brattleboro. For anyone grieving the death of a loved one. Information: 802-257-0775.

The Neighborhood Market: 4-6 p.m., Elliot Street Cafe parking lot, Elliot Street, Brattleboro. Similar to a CSA, people agree to pay farmers for a 15-week share of fresh, local and affordable produce. Payments made weekly, monthly or by season. Cash, check or EBT. Activities, cooking demos, taste tests and cooking classes. Information: Hanna Jenkins, 802-258-8902 or theneighborhoodmarket@gmail.com. Sponsored by Post Oil Solutions.

Brattleboro Walk-In Clinic: 5:30-7 p.m., 81 Belmont Ave. Free health care to those without health insurance.

Depression Support: 5:30 p.m., each Tuesday, Healing Grace Ministries, 55 Marlboro Road, West Brattleboro. Free. For anyone feeling depressed, isolated or afraid. Information: 413-824-6381 or 802-368-7561.

Food Shelf Open: 6-7 p.m., Putney Community Center, Christian Square, Putney. Information or to donate: 802-387-8551.

Overeaters Anonymous: 6:30-7:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, Brew Barry Conference Center 2, 17 Belmont Ave., Brattleboro. Information: Jain, 802-251-0331.

Paths to Recovery Al-Anon: 6:30-7:30 p.m., every Tuesday, Deerfield Valley Health Center, junction Rt. 9 West and Rt. 100 South, Wilmington.

Meditation: 7-8 p.m., Putney Friends Meeting House, Route 5, Putney. Awakening Through Love, weekly mediation group. Teaching followed by guided meditation. All welcome. Led by Julie Forsythe, a Guiding Teacher in the Foundation for Active Compassion. Handicapped accessible. Every Tuesday.

Support for Discouraged: 7 p.m., each Tuesday, Healing Grace Ministries, 55 Marlboro Road, West Brattleboro. Free. For anyone feeling discouraged, unfocused, or overwhelmed. Information: 413-824-6381, 802-368-7561 or healingwaters55@yahoo.com.

Augustine (SLAA) Fellowship: Tuesdays 7-8:30 p.m., Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, Tyler Conference Room. Information: 802-236-0096 or gordonslaa@yahoo.com.

Nar-Anon Family Groups: 7-8:30 p.m., Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, 17 Belmont Ave., Meeting Room B in the Cafeteria, Brattleboro. For friends and loved ones of drug abusers. Meets every other Tuesday. Information: Susan, 802-257-6915.