Guitar Hero Tournament Sign-up: Students sign up to participate in the Guitar Hero tournament during the PV Palooza on Saturday, Oct. 20. Alliot lobby, noon-2 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2334.
Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz: Students of the Spanish poetry seminar on Sor Juana give a presentation about the life and times of one of Mexico’s most influential writers. Women’s Center, noon-12:50 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2454.
Practice Interviews: Students meet with local professionals to practice interviewing. Student Resource Center, 4-7 p.m. Free. Contact datwater@smcvt.edu.
Willie Kern: The filmmaker, environmentalist and kayaker presents his photography and film from Tibet, China and Bhutan. McCarthy Arts Center, 7 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2258.
Inspecting Carol: Daniel Sullivan’s comedy tells about the Soapbox Theater Company’s attempts to perform “A Christmas Carol.” FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $24.75 and up. Contact 86-FLYNN.
Aimless Drifters: This band opened by Pulse Prophets, plays for those 21 and older. Nectar’s, Burlington, 9 p.m. Free. Contact 658-4771.
Peace Corps Information Table: A Peace Corps representative provides information on volunteer opportunities. Alliot lobby, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2547.
Fall Humanities Colloquium Series: Stephanie Sleeper speaks on “The Politics of ABC’s: Religion and Education in Restoration England.” St. Edmund’s Hall, Farrell Room, noon. Free. Contact 654-2489.
Guitar Hero Tournament Sign-up: Students sign up to participate in the Guitar Hero tournament during the PV Palooza on Saturday, Oct. 20. Alliot lobby, 5-6 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2334.
Counselor-in-Residence: Students not feeling their best stop in for counseling. Alliot, Stained Glass Room, 6-8 p.m. Free. Contact dkells@smcvt.edu.
Conference on Human Development: Twenty-five speakers meet to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Pope Paul VI’s encyclical “On the Development of Peoples.” McCarthy Arts Center, 7:30 p.m. Free. Contact Edward Mahoney 654-2578.
Inspecting Carol: Daniel Sullivan’s comedy tells about the Soapbox Theater Company’s attempts to perform “A Christmas Carol.” FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $24.75 and up. Contact 86-FLYNN.
Turbine: In its second year on the road, this band plays for those 21 and older. Nectar’s, Burlington, 9 p.m. Free. Contact 658-4771.
Workingman’s Army: Created in 2003, this band plays for those 21 and older. Club Metronome, Burlington, 9 p.m. $5. Contact 865-4563.
Conference on Human Development: 25 speakers meet to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Pope Paul VI’s encyclical “On the Development of Peoples.” McCarthy Arts Center, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Contact Edward Mahoney 654-2578.
WorldStage production of "The Hollow Crown": The chamber music/readers theater presents five shows about England royalty. McCarthy Arts Center, 8-10 p.m. Free. Contact blindau@smcvt.edu.
English Country Dancing: Community members learn English country dancing. Elley-Long Music Center, 7-9:30 p.m. First time is free. Contact 899-2378.
Inspecting Carol: Daniel Sullivan’s comedy tells about the Soapbox Theater Company’s attempts to perform “A Christmas Carol.” FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $24.75 and up. Contact 86-FLYNN.
Pat Metheny Trio: A guitarist, bassist and drummer join to perform jazz. Flynn Main Stage, Burlington, 8 p.m. $32 and up. Contact 86-FLYNN.
Seven Sunny Days: This ski film will be played in the Higher Ground Ballroom. Higher Ground, South Burlington, 8 p.m. $15. Contact 888-512-SHOW.
Bassnectar: This band performs in the Showcase Lounge. Higher Ground, South Burlington, 9 p.m. $10 in advance, $12 day of show. Contact 888-512-SHOW.
Grippo Funk Band: With roots in Burlington, this band plays for those 21 and older. Nectar’s, Burlington, 9 p.m. $5. Contact 658-4771.
Vermont Workers Conference: Bernie Sanders speaks and Workingman’s Army and 2nd Agenda both perform at the fund raiser for the Vermont Workers Center and Iraq Veterans Against the War. Club Metronome, Burlington, 9 p.m. $5. Contact 865-4563.
All Sports, Recreation and Fitness Expo: Over 60 seminars and activities engage Vermont sports enthusiasts. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $8. Contact 878-5545.
Artist Market: Artists sell their work to Burlington residents. City Hall Park, Burlington, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Free. Contact kattanasio@ci.burlington.vt.us.
Whole Health Expo: Burlington hosts its 2nd annual Whole Health Expo featuring over 100 exhibits about health and community and a rock concert. Sheraton, Burlington, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Contact info@ WholeHealthExpo.com.
Exploratory Advising Open House: An information session and a tour are included in the open house for students who haven’t chosen a major. Hoehl Welcome Center, 9:45 a.m.- 2 p.m. Free. Contact 762-8000.
PV Palooza: A Guitar Hero tournament, food and prizes are featured at the event hosted by WWPV 88.7fm The Mike. Library lawn, 3 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2334.
Basin Harbor Club’s Annual Oktoberfest: German food, local beer, fireworks and a bonfire are featured on the Red Mill lawn. Basin Harbor, Vergennes, 4-7 p.m. $35. Contact 475-2311.
Spirits of the Tower Haunted Park Walk: Goody bags, storytellers, music and a pumpkin carving contest are featured for city residents. Ethan Allen Park, Burlington. Free. Contact 864-0123.
Burlington Brawl MMA Fight Night: Fight Night features its first mixed Martial Arts fight. Memorial Auditorium, 7 p.m. $20 and up. Contact 86-Flynn.
Closer: The Catalyst Theater Company performs Patrick Marber’s drama about four people. Fynn Center. Waterfront Theater, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $10 and up. Contact 86-FLYNN.
Inspecting Carol: Daniel Sullivan’s comedy tells about the Soapbox Theater Company’s attempts to perform “A Christmas Carol.” FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $24.75 and up. Contact 86-FLYNN.
Stephen Kellogg and the Sixers: This quartet from Massachusetts performs a combination of rock-and-roll and authentic American sound in the Higher Ground Ballroom. Higher Ground, South Burlington, 8 p.m. $12 in advance, $14 day of show. Contact 888-512-SHOW.
Future Rock: These three musicians perform in the Showcase Lounge. Higher Ground, South Burlington, 8:30 p.m. $10 in advance, $12 day of show.
Led Loco: Formed in 1971, this band plays for those 21 and older. Nectar’s, Burlington, 9 p.m. $6. Contact 658-4771.
Club Retronome: Every Saturday Fattie B spins ‘70s and ‘80s music for those 21 and older. Club Metronome, Burlington, 9 p.m.- 2 a.m. $5. Contact 865-4563.
All Sports, Recreation and Fitness Expo: Over 60 seminars and activities engage Vermont sports enthusiasts. Champlain Valley Exposition, Essex Junction, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $8. Contact 878-5545.
Whole Health Expo: Burlington hosts its 2nd annual Whole Health Expo featuring over 100 exhibits about health and community. Sheraton, Burlington, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Contact info@ WholeHealthExpo.com.
Sunday Mass: Edmundite Campus Ministry holds its weekly Mass. St. Michael’s chapel, 11 a.m. Free. Contact 654-2333.
Closer- Dinner and Show: The Catalyst Theater Company performs Patrick Marber’s drama about four people. Fynn Center. Waterfront Theater, Burlington, 4 p.m. $10 and up. Contact 86-FLYNN.
Sunday Mass: Edmundite Campus Ministry holds its weekly Mass. St. Michael’s chapel, 7 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2333.
Inspecting Carol: Daniel Sullivan’s comedy tells about the Soapbox Theater Company’s attempts to perform “A Christmas Carol.” FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $24.75 and up. Contact 86-FLYNN.
Del The Funky Homosapien: From Oakland California, this artist has released two records. Higher Ground, South Burlington, 9 p.m. $18 in advance, $20 day of show. Contact 888-512-SHOW.
Simpatico: This band is opened by Evilhero, formed in June. Club Metronome, Burlington, 9 p.m.- 2 a.m. $3, 21 and older, $8, 18-20 years old. Contact 865-4563.
Mi Yard Reggae Night With DJs Big Dog and Demus: Every Sunday night features Mi Yard Reggae Night for those 21 and older. Nectar’s, Burlington, 10 p.m. Free Contact 658-4771.
Résumé Workshop: Students learn how to create a résumé. Alliot, Vermont Room, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2547.
Counselor-in-Residence: Students not feeling their best stop in for counseling. Alliot, Stained Glass Room, 6-8 p.m. Free. Contact dkells@smcvt.edu.
G. Love and Special Sauce: This trio from Philadelphia incorporates hip-hop, funk, psychedelic and blues into its songs. Higher Ground, South Burlington, 9 p.m. $20. Contact 888-512-SHOW.
The Grift: This Burlington band is opened by Stepanian. Nectar’s, Burlington, 9 p.m. Free, 21 and older, $5, 18-20 years old. Contact 658-4771.
Street Safety for Women: Professor Laurie Shover teaches basic techniques to use in a threatening situation. Sutton Fire and Rescue Station, 12:30-2 p.m., 3-4:30 p.m., 5-6:30 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2667.
Peace Corps Presentation: Students learn about Peace Corps time lines, the application process, and the two-year commitment. Alliot, Vermont Room, 6:30-8 p.m. Contact 654-2547.
Analog Planet: This funk, jazz, electronic, indie-rock trio is opened by The Roys band. Nectar’s, Burlington, 9 p.m. Free, 21 and older, $5, 18-20 years old. Contact 658-4771.
