THINGS TO DO

CASTLETON

Historian Leads Book Discussion, 7 - 9 p.m. Dr. Patricia Vanderspuy, professor of history at Castleton State College and a native of South Africa, will lead discussion on “Agaat” by Marlene Van Niekerk, a recent novel set in South Africa and hailed as a major work. Castleton Library. 468 5125, martha@ats.org.



MARSHFIELD

Playgroup, 10 - 11:30 a.m. Open to all children to age 6 and their caregivers from any community. Jaquith Public Library.



PITTSFORD

HAM Radio Entry Level Course, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Green Mountain Wireless Society will teach entry-level HAM-amateur radio, covering basic electronics, novice radio theory, safety, rules and regulations. There will be live demonstrations @ each class. FCC exam (all levels) on March 7. Rutland County and surrounding areas. St. Alphonsus Parish Center, Route 7. Course, free, text, $29.95, Exam $15. Scholarship available. 775-3033. Further information about the course, the test, or the scholarship funds can be obtained from Frank — W1AD or any club officer at www.GMWS.net - w1ad@gmws.net, www.GMWS.net.



RUTLAND

Stick & Puck, 8:30 - 10:45 a.m. 2:30 - 5 p.m. Extra ice time for hockey players. Giorgetti Ice Arena. 775-7976, www.rutlandrec.com.



Rutland County Parent Child Center Playgroup, 9:30 a.m. Children to age 5 are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult. Join in for activities, songs and fingerplays. Bring a snack for your child. 131 River St. Free. 773-8675.



Public Skate, 11 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. Warming room, concession stand and rentals available. Giorgetti Ice Arena. 775-7976, www.rutlandrec.com.



Bereavement Workshop, noon - 1:30 p.m. Rutland Area Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice is hosting a bereavement workshop, “No Goodbyes: Understanding Loss after Suicide.” Registration required. 7 Albert Cree Dr. 802-770-1514, www.ravnah.org.



Coed Hockey, 7:45 - 9:15 p.m. Enjoy a fun night of competition with your significant other. Giorgetti Ice Arena. 775-7976, www.rutlandrec.com.



Babies and Toddlers Rock, 10 - 10:30 p.m. Music and preliteracy program for children 0-24 months. Children and parents love this program. Join us and see why. Free and open to all. 10 Court St. Free. 773-1860, www.rutlandfree.org.



WATERBURY

Playgroup, 11:05 - 11:35 a.m. Open to all children to age 6 and their caregivers from any community. The Childrens Room at Thatcher Brook Primary School.



WOODSTOCK

Sleigh Ride Weekend, 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Sleigh rides, jack jumper sledding; dairy farm and restored farmhouse; programs and activities for all ages. Billings Farm & Museum. Adults: $12, seniors: $11, children: $3-6. 457-2355, www.billingsfarm.org.



HEALTH

HARTFORD

@Normal:A.A. Meeting, 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. 12-Step Alcoholics Anonymous, Big Book text study. 88 High St., 472-6463.



MARSHFIELD

Healthy Aging Exercise Program, 11 a.m. - noon. Gentle exercise program for stretching, balance and strength. Free door-to-door transportation from local towns. Twin Valley Senior Center. Old Schoolhouse Common, 426-3447. Free.



RUTLAND

Laughter for the Healing Heart, 2 - 3 p.m. Exercises and laughter for healing while sitting or standing. spiritually uplifting laughter and learning, no floor exercising. 141 State St. $5. 773-6010, turningpointcenterrutland@yahoo.com.



MUSIC

RUTLAND

Curbstone Chorus, 7 p.m. Rutland Curbstone Barbershop Chorus invites all men interested in singing to join them for a rehearsal. Rutland High School. 273-2911.



SCHOOLS

CHITTENDEN

Chittenden School Board meeting, 6:30 p.m. Regular meeting.



Mendon School Board meeting, 6:50 p.m. Regular meeting.



Barstow School Board meeting, 7 p.m. Regular meeting.



GROUPS

RUTLAND

Mental Health Support Group, 7 - 8:30 p.m. A discussion group format. Rutland Mental Health Education and Wellness Center. 78 S. Main St. (800) 639-6480, NAMI Vermont - info@namivt.org, www.namivt.org.



VISUAL ARTS

NORTH BENNINGTON

States/Places Printmakers’ Show, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. An exhibition by eight advanced printmaking students from Bennington College. The exhibition runs through Feb. 25. Mill Gallery, 442-5549. Free.



Tuesday

THINGS TO DO

BELMONT

Weekly Playgroup, 9:30 a.m. Children to age 5 must be accompanied by an adult for activities, songs and fingerplays. Bring a snack. Mount Holly Library. 773-8675.

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HYDEVILLE

Spanish Conversation, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Free informal Spanish conversation, all levels welcome. Complimentary chips and salsa. Cinco Gringos Restaurant. 912 Route 4A, 287-4090, Michael Jakab - mike@cincogringos.com, www.cincogringos.com. Free.



LUDLOW

Dance lessons West Coast, 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. Come learn one of the most popular dances — West Coast. No partner required. $12. Spring House, Jackson Gore Inn. www.ludlowswingdanceclub.net.



RUTLAND

Lunch Time Public Skate, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Take a break and come skate. Giorgetti Ice Arena. 775-7976, www.rutlandrec.com.



Public Skate, 3:30 - 5 p.m. Warming room, concession stand and rentals available. Giorgetti Ice Arena. 775-7976, www.rutlandrec.com.

Tarot Card Readings, 5 - 9 p.m. Take a look into your future; have your cards read. Tapas Restaurant & Tavern. 128 Merchants Row, $1 a minute. 775-1550, www.tapasrutland.com.



Toastmasters of Rutland, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Developing communication and leadership skills among friends, we welcome guests and interested self-achievers. Dana Recreational Center. East and East Center streets, 773-8583, Carol Zeno - cazeno@comcast.net.



Broomball, 8:45 - 9:45 p.m. Think hockey, but with sneakers and a broom. Giorgetti Ice Arena. 775-7976, www.rutlandrec.com.



SOUTH WALLINGFORD

Community Playgroup, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Community Playgroup for caregivers and children to age 6. Pack a snack, come visit and play with other parents, caregivers and children. Safe, fun and enriching environment. Free. 259-7817, lrschoolhouse.wordpress.com/.



Home School Gatherings, 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Opportunity for homeschooling families to gather, play, participate in special activities and more. Little Red Schoolhouse. 779-2798, lr.schoolhouse@gmail.com, www.lrschoolhouse.wordpress.com.



SPRINGFIELD

Miles of Smiles, 10 - 10:45 a.m. Story Time for 3 to 5-year-olds. 43 Main St.. 885-3108, Cheryl - childrensroom@hotmail.com.



HEALTH

RUTLAND

Team in Training Informational Meeting, 6 - 7 p.m. Has your life been touched by cancer? Have you always wanted to do something to help, but struggled with how? Come join the TNT team. Team in Training is an arm of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. We will train you to complete a half marathon, marathon, century ride or triathlon. In exchange, you will help us spread the word and raise money for a cure. Join to learn more about the program in a pressure-free environment. TNT will change your life for good. Green Mountain Rock Climbing Center. 223 Woodstock Ave. Free. 465-8277, Liz Brock - lizziegowest@yahoo.com, www.teamintraining.org/uny/.



MUSIC

RUTLAND

@Normal:Merry Music and Tall Tales, 10 - 10:45 a.m. Elise Cassarino and Gus Bloch sing songs and tell stories for children, infants and toddlers. Use red door wheelchair ramp entrance. Trinity Episcopal Church. 85 West St. Free, goodwill offerings welcome. 775-0788, Gus Bloch - gusbloch@yahoo.com.



SCHOOLS

MENDON

Mendon Special School Board Meeting, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Special School Board meeting to act on the FY2012 proposed budget.



ORWELL

Orwell Village School Board Meeting, 7 p.m. Regular Meeting - Orwell Village School.



WASHINGTON

Washington School Board Regular Meeting, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. The Washington School Board meets the third Tuesday of each month. www.onsu.org.



GROUPS

RUTLAND

At Wits End, 6:30 - 8 p.m. support group for families and friends dealing with a loved one’s addiction to alcohol and other drugs. Grace Congregational Church, 775-6608, Kathy or Pat - collcartoy@aol.com.



VISUAL ARTS

NORTH BENNINGTON

States/Places Printmakers’ Show, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. An exhibition by eight advanced printmaking students from Bennington College. The exhibition runs through Feb. 25. Mill Gallery, Free. 442-5549.



Wednesday

BOOKS

BRATTLEBORO

Novelist Deborah Clearman, 7 - 9 p.m. Author Deborah Clearman reads from her novel, “Todos Santos.” Brooks Memorial Library. 802-254-5290, jeanne@brooks.lib.vt.us, www.brooks.lib.vt.us/.



THINGS TO DO

BENSON

Playgroup, 9:30 a.m. Children to age 5 are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult. Join us for activities, songs and fingerplays. Bring a snack for your child. Benson Community Hall. 773-8675. Free.



NORWICH

Evolvaphone Exhibit, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Step into the Evolvaphone to create a unique musical composition from your voice, initials and the laws of natural selection. Funded by Culture Ireland and the Wellcome Trust. One Montshire Road, $10 for adults, $8 for ages 2 to 17 and free for ages younger than 2 and members. 649-2200 or montshire.org.



@Normal:RANDOLPH

Line Dancing, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Beginner & Intermediate levels. Upper Gallery - Chandler Music Hall. 71-73 Main St. $7 per person, $10 per family. 728-5722, Sid McLam.



RUTLAND

Stick & Puck, 3:30 - 5 p.m. Extra ice time for hockey players. Giorgetti Ice Arena. 775-7976, www.rutlandrec.com.



RAVNAH Bereavement Workshop, 6 - 7:30 p.m. Rutland Area Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice hosts a bereavement workshop,“No Goodbyes: Understanding Loss after Suicide. “ Participants will explore the unique nature of loss through suicide, the journey of grief itself and the importance of self-care in the experience of loss. Registration required. RAVNAH office. 7 Albert Cree Dr. 770-1514, Ann LaRoque, www.ravnah.org. Free.



Dance Lessons, 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. Come learn one of the most popular dances — West Coast. Dance to blues, pop, contemporary and funky cool stuff. No partner required. Social dance time after class. $12 per person. Studio Bliss. Karen — karencdance@comcast.net, www.ludlowswingdanceclub.net.



SOUTH WALLINGFORD

Community Playgroup, 9:30 - 11 a.m. Community playgroup for children to age 7 accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Pack a snack and come play in a safe, fun and educational environment. Great for children and adults who are looking for an opportunity to socialize. Little Red Schoolhouse. 91 Homer Stone Road, donations always welcome. lr.schoolhouse@gmail.com, lrschoolhouse.wordpress.com. Free,

SPRINGFIELD

Wiggles and Giggles, 10:30 - 11 a.m. Story Time for children under 3 years. 43 Main Street, 885-3108, Cheryl - childrensroom@hotmail.com. Free.



HEALTH

DORSET

Blood Pressure & Foot Care Clinic, 9 a.m. Blood Pressure & Foot Care Clinic - By Appointment only. Suggested Donation of $5 foot care / $2 blood pressure. 362-1200, RAVNAH.



MARSHFIELD

Healthy Aging Exercise Program, 11 a.m. - noon. Gentle exercise program for stretching, balance and strength. Free door-to-door transportation from local towns. Twin Valley Senior Center. Old Schoolhouse Common, 426-3447. Free.



RUTLAND

Blood Pressure & Foot Care Clinic, 1:15 p.m. and 3:15 p.m. Residents only. Suggested Donation of $5 foot care / $2 blood pressure. 775-0568, RAVNAH.



MUSIC

RUTLAND

Merry Music and Tall Tales, 10 - 10:45 a.m. Elise Cassarino and Gus Bloch sing songs and tell stories for children, infants and toddlers. Use red door wheelchair ramp entrance. Trinity Episcopal Church. 85 West St., 775-0788, Gus Bloch — gusbloch@yahoo.com. Free, good will offerings welcome.



SCHOOLS

BRANDON

Otter Valley School Board meeting. 6:30 p.m. Regular meeting.

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GROUPS

RUTLAND

Tea for the Soul, 2 - 3:30 p.m. Support for anyone caring for a patient with cancer or any chronic illness. Rutland Regional Medical Center. 160 Allen St., 747-1831, Pamela Hooker - phooker@rrmc.org.



VISUAL ARTS

NORTH BENNINGTON

States/Places Printmakers’ Show, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. An exhibition by eight advanced printmaking students from Bennington College. The exhibition runs through Feb. 25. Mill Gallery, 442-5549. Free.