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4:30-5pm MAIN HALL: Grange meeting–executive session
We will hold our bimonthly, non-ritualized Grange meeting from 4:30 to 5:00. We'll go over the finances, news about the basement renovation we'll be starting in December, progress on our Holiday Dinner donations for 6 families in need of help, and whatever else needs discussion. We'll fit in a couple of songs, too! All are welcome to join us! We will be meeting in a circle, with no Grange ritual, sashes or other paraphernalia. We have set aside this time…
Find out more »5:00 to 6:00 MAIN HALL: Are you ready for the….”Food Waste Ban”? and other trashy topics
Starting in July, 2020, all food waste will be banned from all Vermont residential trash. That means, we will all need to figure out what to do with eggshells, coffee grounds, chicken bones, trimmed-off fat, vegetable scraps, and the food our kids won't eat and leave on their plates. So--do you know what you'll do? We've invited some experts from the Central Vermont Solid Waste Management District, which is faster to type if I use initials: Theron Lay-Sleeper (Outreach Coordinator)…
Find out more »6:00-7:00 MAIN HALL “Community Potluck”
Every month (except July), on the "First Saturday", the Capital City Grange is pleased to host a Community Potluck, where we hope all kinds of people from Berlin, Central Vermont--and the wider universe--will join us to share food and conversation. During the colder months, we set up tables (on mats to protect the floor) in our Main Hall--accessible to everyone! In August, we have a cookout, and eat outside, either on the parking lot, or on the ADA entrance porch. …
Find out more »Contra Dance: Dugan Murphy calling to Moving Violations
Calling Larks and Ravens Montpelier Contra Dance Facebook Page New admission policy: $5 (or more) for kids & low income $10 (or more) for adults $15 (or more) for dance supporters, to keep it affordable for all To help preserve our dance floor, please bring a pair of clean, soft-soled shoes to dance in. Instruction session before each dance at 7:45 P.M.
Find out more »0830 – 11:30 a.m. Montpelier Church of Christ Service and Bible Study
Church of Christ Bible Study 9:00 AM Worship Service 10:00 AM Minister Nicholas Bartell
Find out more »3:00 to 5:00pm MAIN HALL: DANCE SING & JUMP AROUND “Children’s Traditional Contra Dancing & Singing Games”
Join the fun! Free for children Suggested donation: $5 per adult NO ONE turned away! Adults are encouraged to dance and play with their children- the more participation, the more fun we all have! Join in a lively time for folks of all ages. Enjoy fun line dances, circle dances and singing games, all taught step-by-step. No experience necessary. Live music! Healthy snacks provided. Details at dancesingandjumparound.weebly.com
Find out more »Cleaning (bathrooms) – morning
For details, contact AVP Detailing at avpdetail@gmail.com
Find out more »6:25-8:30pm MAIN HALL “Barre Tones rehearsal”
We love to sing and rehearse weekly, striving always for musical excellence in the company of women who share our passion for music. We celebrate friendship and personal growth through music, leadership, education and democratic principals. Our chorus offers a warm welcome to the world of a cappella four-part harmony and an excellent learning program in vocal and visual performance. We are a vibrant group of amazing women of all ages recognized for excellence in singing close four-part harmonies in…
Find out more »6:30-9:00 MAIN HALL “West African Dance”
Join this friendly group of dancers and move to the infectious rhythms of live drumming. Anyone is welcome and there is always an experienced West African instructor. Details about dancing (OR DRUMMING!) = tossy_dawn@hotmail.com
Find out more »10-noon MAIN HALL “Afro-Caribbean Dancing”
Join this friendly group (ages 20's - 70's!) moving to the infectious rhythms of the live drummers. Carla has run this class for years and she gives lots of supportive instruction. Contact her for details: carlakevorkian@gmail.com $13/per and NEWCOMERS ALWAYS WELCOME!
Find out more »9:30-11:30am (cafeteria) KIDS TRADE & PLAY
The MONTHLY Children's Clothing & Gear Exchange. 2nd Saturday, every month. Take what you need/drop off your gently-used kids' clothing & toys. Or just have coffee (or tea), socialize while the kids play and get information. $3/family. This series is sponsored by CCG#469. For more information, contact birthsinnerlight@yahoo.com or merrykaysings@gmail.com
Find out more »0830-4:30pm MAIN HALL & Kitchen/Cafeteria “VT Assoc Conservation Districts”
December NRCC/VACD/NRCD meeting
Find out more »6:00 to 8:30pm Cafeteria “Christ Community Alliance Church”
Christ Community Alliance Church - contact Fred Doten for details 485-8318
Find out more »11-4pm MAIN HALL “Office Holiday Party”
Secretary of State
Find out more »Contra Dance: Lisa Greenleaf calling
Band to be announced Calling Gents and Ladies Montpelier Contra Dance Facebook Page New admission policy: $5 (or more) for kids & low income $10 (or more) for adults $15 (or more) for dance supporters, to keep it affordable for all To help preserve our dance floor, please bring a pair of clean, soft-soled shoes to dance in. Instruction session before each dance at 7:45 P.M.
Find out more »Basement renovation work, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Northern Basements contractors will be working in the basement level on Dec. 23, 26th & 27th. The basement will be off-limits during this time. The entire hall needs to be empty on Dec. 28th, to allow spray foam applied on 12/27 to cure.
Find out more »4:30 to 6:00: Grange meeting in the Main Hall
On odd-numbered months, we hold a full, official Grange meeting, complete with officers wearing sashes, sitting in their assigned locations. Grange meetings: What happens there, anyway? What happens at a Grange meeting? A Grange meeting might seem intimidating, before you check one out yourself, because it seems a little mysterious and full of “Grange Ritual”. Let’s describe a bit of what goes on, to take away the mystery. Overall structure: We do have a ritual opening and closing process, adapted…
Find out more »Contra Dance
Montpelier Contra Dance Facebook Page New admission policy: $5 (or more) for kids & low income $10 (or more) for adults $15 (or more) for dance supporters, to keep it affordable for all To help preserve our dance floor, please bring a pair of clean, soft-soled shoes to dance in. Instruction session before each dance at 7:45 P.M.
Find out more »11:30-1pm KITCHEN/CAFETERIA “Potluck”
Montpelier Church of Christ
Find out more »1-5pm MAIN HALL “dance rehearsals”
Cradle to Grave Arts rehearsals for Quarry Project Performance
Find out more »Contra Dance
Montpelier Contra Dance Facebook Page New admission policy: $5 (or more) for kids & low income $10 (or more) for adults $15 (or more) for dance supporters, to keep it affordable for all To help preserve our dance floor, please bring a pair of clean, soft-soled shoes to dance in. Instruction session before each dance at 7:45 P.M.
Find out more »5:00 to 6:00 MAIN HALL: Grange Program! Public welcome, free to all
In even-numbered months, the Capital City Grange presents a "program" which will be interesting/entertaining/informative for people of all types! We'll post information about the program, the presenter(s) and the subject here. We plan on audience involvement, so bring your questions, concerns and opinions on the topic for the program with you! No charge, and open to the public! And please--stay for the Community Potluck from 6:00 to 7:00--always lots of excellent food and excellent socializing--also free and open to all.
Find out more »Contra Dance
Montpelier Contra Dance Facebook Page New admission policy: $5 (or more) for kids & low income $10 (or more) for adults $15 (or more) for dance supporters, to keep it affordable for all To help preserve our dance floor, please bring a pair of clean, soft-soled shoes to dance in. Instruction session before each dance at 7:45 P.M.
Find out more »6:30 – 10 pm Barre-Tones REHEARSAL
Barre-Tones Women's Women's A Capella chorus and quartets For more information, visit their website: http://barretonesvt.com/
Find out more »6:30 – 10 pm Barre-Tones REHEARSAL
Barre-Tones Women's Women's A Capella chorus and quartets For more information, visit their website: http://barretonesvt.com/
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