Calendar: Nov. 2

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University of Vermont concert
Friday, Nov. 3, 7:30 p.m.
Kaki King and Treya Lam will perform at the University of Vermont’s recital hall at 384 South Prospect Street. King is known as one of the world’s great contemporary guitarists. She has also served as a mentor to many young artists, including Lam, who is a multi-instrumentalist and composer. Their evocative voice recalls Nina Simone and Andrew Bird.

Photo by Lewis Mudge. A goodly group of gourd artists showed up to sculpt winter squash at the library on Saturday morning. Their creations were gathered in the traditional presentation of the seasonal sculpture to entice trick-or-treaters. Leslie Mudge danced with the pumpkins. The pumpkins were like: “Whaaat?”
Photo by Lewis Mudge. A goodly group of gourd artists showed up to sculpt winter squash at the library on Saturday morning. Their creations were gathered in the traditional presentation of the seasonal sculpture to entice trick-or-treaters. Leslie Mudge danced with the pumpkins. The pumpkins were like: “Whaaat?”

Shelburne Museum holiday auction
Sunday, Nov. 5, 8 a.m.- Sunday,
Nov. 12, 6 p.m.
Shelburne Museum’s holiday fundraising virtual auction opens on Nov. 5. The auction offers more than 100 giftable items ranging from one-of-a-kind experiences on the museum grounds, unique made-in-Vermont products and favorites from the Museum store. The auction opens on the museum’s website on Sunday, Nov. 5, at 8 a.m. and runs through Sunday, Nov. 12, at 6 p.m.

Women in cyber conference
Friday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. 
Champlain College and our Women in Cybersecurity Leadership Council invite you to attend the Women in Cyber Summit at the college’s Center for Communication and Creative Media, 375 Maple Street, Burlington. This event is designed for high school students to seasoned professionals who want to learn more about cybersecurity, pursue a degree, enter the field or connect with others who appreciate technology. It is free and open to the public. Register by Oct. 27.

Vets Town Hall
Sunday, Nov. 5, 1 p.m.
There will be a community forum aiming to increase understanding and connections between local veterans and the community at large at the McCarthy Arts Center at Saint Michael’s College in Colchester. This is one of five Vets Town Halls throughout the state in early November. Others are in Bradford, Brattleboro, Rutland and South Royalton. At the events veterans are invited to speak for up to 10 minutes about what their service means to them. Non-veterans are encouraged to attend and listen. These events are free and nonpolitical, and all perspectives are valued. “Having an opportunity to gather with community members assists with the reintegration process and makes it possible for us to move beyond a narrative of conflict by honoring and sharing our stories,” says Jon Turner, Vets Town Hall board member and emcee at the Colchester town hall.

‘Newsies The Musical’
Friday-Sunday, Nov. 10- 12
Champlain Valley Union High theater presents Disney’s “Newsies The Musical” at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10-12. The musical covers the historical newsboys strike in New York City and is appropriate for the family. Tickets are $10 and $8 for students.

Holiday Trains
Nov. 24-Jan. 13, 1-3:30 p.m.
Middlebury’s Henry Sheldon Museum presents Holiday Trains: 30 Years Rolling Down the Tracks, a model train layout that stands three levels high, with two tracks running Lionel O gauge trains and the upper track running HO trains. In recognition of the 30th anniversary of the train layout, there will be an exhibition featuring a display tracing the history of the model trains at the Sheldon during the holiday season. This year the trains will be operating 1-3:30 p.m., Wednesday-Saturday. For more information or call 802-388-2117. On Saturday, Dec. 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the museum is having a free open house with the model trains running, the annual holiday trees and wreaths raffle on view and more.