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Tuesday/13 Wednesday/14 Thursday/15 Friday/16 Saturday/17 Sunday/18 Monday/19

TUESDAY/13

Hunger and Homelessness Week Information Table: Students learn about opportunities to help others. Alliot lobby, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2674.

Guest Talk: Phyllis Bennis, an author of books on foreign policy, will speak on her book, “Challenging Empire.” McCarthy Arts Center, 7-9 p.m. Free. Contact blindau@smcvt.edu

Stand Up, Sit Down and Laugh: This comedy series features performances from Josie Leavitt, Lisa Nagle, Jason Lorber and Bill Gottesman. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $10. Contact 86-FLYNN.

Zox: This band hits the road for a preview tour of its album “Line in the Sand” and performs in the Showcase Lounge. Higher Ground, South Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $12 in advance, $14 day of show. Contact 888-512-SHOW.

Dark Star Orchestra: This band recreates hits by the Grateful Dead in the Higher Ground Ballroom. Higher Ground, South Burlington, 9 p.m. $20 in advance, $22 day of show. Contact 888-512-SHOW.

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WEDNESDAY/14

Hunger and Homelessness Week Information Table: Students learn about opportunities to help others. Alliot lobby, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2674.

Open Class: Christianity, science and the current ecological crisis are discussed during the open science and religion class. Jeanmarie 362, 3-5 p.m. Free. Contact jbyrne@smcvt.edu.

Knitting Club Meeting: Knitters bring friends, yarn and needles to the meeting. Women’s Center, 4:30 p.m. Free. Contact bstjohn@smcvt.edu.

Claim the Dream: Dianne Dixon performs a drama about the world of slavery. McCarthy Arts Center, 6:30 p.m. Free. Contact mstlouis@smcvt.edu

The Effects of Alcohol Panel: As part of Alcohol Awareness Week, individuals share how alcohol affects them physically and personally. Alliot hall, Eddy’s lounge, 7 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2754.

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THURSDAY/15

Hunger and Homelessness Week Information Table: Students learn about opportunities to help others. Alliot lobby, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2674.

Fine Craft and Art Show: Vermont hand-crafters present their 54th annual show with over 180 Vermont artists and artisans. Sheraton, South Burlington, noon-8 p.m. $4 and up. Contact 373-5429.

Social Science Research Center Presentation: Political science professor Michael Bosia speaks on AIDS and immigration in France. Farrell Room, St. Edmund’s Hall, noon-1 p.m. Free. Contact mbosia@smcvt.edu.

God Sleeps in Rwanda: This 2005 documentary tells about five women who experienced the Rwandan genocide. Women’s Center, 6 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2667.

Madina Lake: This four-member band performs in the Showcase Lounge. Higher Ground, South Burlington, 7 p.m. $10 in advance, $12 day of show. Contact 888-512-SHOW.

Poetry Reading: Six poets read their Irish-American poetry. Hoehl Welcome Center, 7 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2824.

Benevento/Russo Duo: This organist and drummer duo perform jazz in the Higher Ground Ballroom. Higher Ground, South Burlington, 8:30 p.m. $13 in advance, $15 day of show. Contact 888-512-SHOW.

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FRIDAY/16

Fine Craft and Art Show: Vermont hand-crafters present their 54th annual show with over 180 Vermont artists and artisans. Sheraton, South Burlington, 10 a.m-8 p.m. $4 and up. Contact 373-5429.

Hunger and Homelessness Week Information Table: Students learn about opportunities to help others. Alliot lobby, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2674.

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.

The Summoning of the Flamingo of Love: Senior Jonathan Anderson and other students perform in the comedy, written by Anderson. McCarthy Arts Center, 7 p.m. Free. Contact blindau@smcvt.edu.

B.B. King in Concert: Elite Entertainment presents B.B. King with special guest Papa Mali. Memorial Auditorium, Burlington, 7:30 p.m. $57.96 and up. Contact 86-FLYNN.

WorldStage Production of ‘Sins of My Old Age’: Chamber music and vocal pieces are featured at this production, free for St. Michael’s students. McCarthy Arts Center, 8 p.m. $15-20. Contact 654-2580.

Billy Bang Quartet: This quartet features a violinist, bassist, drummer and pianist. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 8 p.m. $17. Contact 86-FLYNN.

Doug Varone and Dancers: In a 20th anniversary performance, three new dances are introduced. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 8 p.m. $24 and up. Contact 86-FLYNN.

Dive-in Movie: Students bring their own floats and watch “Knocked Up” while relaxing in the pool. Ross Sports Center, 11 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2754. 

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SATURDAY/17

Psychology Open House: The open house features an overview of St. Michael’s and its admission process, a campus tour and lunch, followed by a presentation on psychology. Hoehl Welcome Center, 9:45 a.m.- 2 p.m. Free. Contact 762-8000.

Fine Craft and Art Show: Vermont hand-crafters present their 54th annual show with over 180 Vermont artists and artisans. Sheraton, South Burlington, 10 a.m-5 p.m. $4 and up. Contact 373-5429.

Playground: This action-sports film by Warren Miller kicks off the winter season. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 6 and 9 p.m. $19 and up. Contact 86-FLYNN.

Blinded by Rage: This CD release party is held in the Showcase Lounge. Higher Ground, South Burlington, 7 p.m. $8 in advance, $10 day of show. Contact 888-512-SHOW.

Strauss’ Die Fledermaus: This puppet show tells the story of the revenge on Gabriel von Eisenstein. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 8 p.m. $13 in advance, $15 day of show. Contact 86-FLYNN.

Easy Star All-Stars: This collective family of reggae musicians from the New York area performs in the Higher Ground Ballroom. Higher Ground, South Burlington, 9 p.m. $13 in advance, $15 day of show. Contact 888-512-SHOW.

Club Retronome: Every Saturday Fattie B spins ’70s and ’80s music for those 21 and older. Club Metronome, Burlington, 10 p.m. $5. Contact 865-4563.

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SUNDAY/18

Fine Craft and Art Show: Vermont hand-crafters present their 54th annual show with over 180 Vermont artists and artisans. Sheraton, South Burlington, 10 a.m-5 p.m. $4 and up. Contact 373-5429.

Sunday Mass: Edmundite Campus Ministry holds its weekly Mass for St. Michael’s students and the surrounding community. St. Michael’s chapel, 11 a.m. Free. Contact 654-2333.

Frost Heaves Game: The Vermont Frost Heaves play the Halifax Rainmen. Memorial Auditorium, Burlington, 2:05 p.m. $7.50 and up. Contact info@vermontfrostheaves.com.

Playground: This action-sports film by Warren Miller kicks off the winter season. Flynn MainStage, Burlington, 7 p.m. $19 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.

Strauss’ Die Fledermaus: This puppet show tells the story of the revenge on Gabriel von Eisenstein. FlynnSpace, Burlington, 8 p.m. $13 in advance, $15 day of show. Contact 86-FLYNN.

Mi Yard Reggae Night With DJs Big Dog and Demus: Every Sunday features Mi Yard Reggae Night for those 21 and older. Nectar’s, Burlington, 10 p.m. Contact 658-4771.

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MONDAY/19

Counselor-in-Residence: Students not feeling their best stop in for some counseling. Alliot, Stained Glass Room, 6-8 p.m. Free. Contact dkells@smcvt.edu.

Mass in Spanish: St. Michael’s presents a Mass in Spanish for students and the surrounding community. St. Michael’s chapel, 7:30 p.m. Free. Contact 654-2333.

Skate with a Date: Young couples and singles learn to skate. Leddy Arena, Burlington, 7:30-8:30 p.m. $60. Contact 864-1858.

 

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This week's paper

Knight Talk
What's your favorite Thanksgiving food?
Turkey
Stuffing
Mashed potatoes with gravy. Well, anything with gravy.
Pumpkin pie
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