Vermont Public Community Calendar

Experience a delightful evening with Cura Skin Therapeutics. Receive a mini facial, watch a move and enjoy snacks! Fun prize giveaways throughout the night.

Set in the Badlands of South Dakota, East of Wall is an authentic portrait of female resilience in the “New West,” inspired and played by the women and girls who live it. Tabatha, a young, rebellious rancher, who rescues and resells horses, must make hard decisions to deal with her fractured family, financial uncertainty of losing her ranch and unresolved grief, all while providing refuge and the skills of the horse trade to a group of wayward neighborhood teens.

“A stunning feature debut that captures the beauty and pain of the modern American West in intimate detail,” said Harrison Richlin in IndieWire. “Tabatha Zimiga may be playing herself, but she’s also giving an incredibly delicate, nuanced performance that harkens to the work of the 1970s American cinema icons like Gena Rowlands, Ellen Burstyn and Karen Black.”

Beecroft talked to NPR’s Scott Simon about the genesis of the project: “I was driving around the U.S.—this would have been maybe five and a half years ago at this point—and we were just trying to find stories, faces we haven’t really seen for maybe a short film… We were lost, and we landed in a tiny town in South Dakota called Oelrichs and a woman there said, if you want a really amazing story, head east of Wall and find a woman named Tabatha. And that’s what I did. And I found Tabatha and her amazing group of teenagers who live out there with her. And I lived with them for three years in order for me to learn everything I could about them before I even started filming this movie.”

Brimming with authenticity, Beecroft’s auspicious docufiction debut immerses us in the triumphs and trials of the Zimiga family while showcasing the beauty of the Badlands and the people who call it home. Featuring star-making performances by Tabatha and daughter Porshia Zimiga (already a TikTok star and rodeo queen), as well as awe-inspiring cinematography by Austin Shelton, East of Wall is a revelatory exploration of women who refuse to back down.

Gerald K. Stoner Sculpture at Switchback Brewing – South End Art Hop 2025
Experience the bold, hand-forged steel sculptures of Gerald K Stoner at Switchback Brewing’s restaurant and taproom during the South End Art Hop.
Sip fresh craft beer, enjoy delicious food, and take in art that shapes space with organic movement and industrial strength.
📅 Dates: September 5th-7th
📍 Location: Switchback Brewing Co. – Restaurant & Taproom, 160 Flynn Ave, Burlington, VT
Come for the art, stay for the bites and brews.

The South End Arts + Business Association (SEABA) presents Art Hop, a family friendly, free-to-attend arts festival September 5-7. This annual celebration of all that the South End Arts District has to offer returns with open studios, diverse art exhibits and kid-friendly activities.
Art Hop is an amazing opportunity for the community to come together as we all explore the creative and entrepreneurial spirit of Burlington’s arts district. Art Hop is co-created by hundreds of community members hosting and showing work across the 1.5 miles festival. Highlights include:

-The 110+ open studios and small businesses
-Artists in the Juried and SEABA-curated shows
-Designers and models in the STRUT! Fashion show (get your tickets now!)
-Vendors at the Saturday Artist Market
-Participants in Kids Hop, a mini festival for kids to explore art activities and services

You can explore these free events and more Friday, September 5, 5 p.m.-10pm, Saturday, September 6, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sunday, September 7, 11 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Plus, it doesn’t stop there! SEABA Curated Sites host art exhibitions for 1–3 months after the opening weekend, both at South End sites and online! Visit our website for more details, maps, and ways to volunteer!

The South End Arts + Business Association—known more commonly as SEABA—is a small non-profit arts organization with a mission to promote the interdependence between art and business to enhance the vibrant, creative and diverse community of the South End Arts District.
Facilitating Art Hop is one way we can introduce you to new artists and businesses that you will love to support! Come explore Labor Day weekend and return year-round to enjoy Burlington’s Arts District.

The South End Arts + Business Association
outreach@seaba.com
seaba.com
@seaba

Tickets for STRUT!, Art Hop's fashion show, are available now! Tickets are $20-$30 in advance.

Celebrate an exciting new addition to the South End streetscape, as the participants of BCA's inaugural Artist Apprenticeship Program unveil their new mural, Let It Be: A Cautionary Tale of the Pine Street Barge Canal. Over the course of a month, eight youth artists, under the guidance and direction of Juniper Creative Arts, gained hands-on experience in mural production from concept to completion while exploring the history and ecology of the South End’s Barge Canal. Their research inspired a new mural that reflects the site’s complex history, environmental impact, and the possibilities of healing when nature is allowed to thrive. The mural serves as a reminder that the harms of the past cannot be changed, but the future can be one of healing and hope. Join us in cheering on the work of these amazing artists!

This project has been funded in part by the United States Environmental Protection Agency under assistance agreement (LC00A01141-1) to NEIWPCC in partnership with the Lake Champlain Basin Program.

Enjoy an exhibition featuring BCA teaching artists, studio assistants, and members, and be the first to experience BCA's new Community Room. DJ Le J will be spinning tunes to set the mood for discovering the wonders of this new 200-seat space that is available for community rentals. Connect with BCA staff while you sip a drink and grab a delicious empanada from Vamo Arriba. We'll also celebrate a new mural created through BCA's Artist Apprenticeship Program led by Juniper Creative Arts, which explores the history and ecology of the Barge Canal.

In honor of Spike Lee’s latest effort, Highest 2 Lowest, we present the source material for that film: Akira Kurosawa’s 1963 masterpiece High & Low, as well as Lee’s most iconic film, Do the Right Thing.

One of Kurosawa’s greatest modern-dress tales, High and Low (the literal translation of the Japanese title is “Heaven and Hell,” but why quibble?), focuses on shoe company exec Toshirō Mifune (utterly magnificent, as usual), who is in the midst of a high-stakes corporate takeover when he gets word that his son has been kidnapped, and a ransom is expected. But all is not as it seems…

Adapted from an Ed McBain 87th Precinct novel—the only Kurosawa film to directly come from an American source, unless you count the uncredited Dashiell Hammett at the heart of Yojimbo—Kurosawa gives us the ultimate kidnap movie, replete with numerous classic set pieces (the money drop on the bullet train! The drug pass in the dance hall!).

The first half of the film is confined to Mifune’s office, packed with distraught family, cynical advisers, and super-cool detective Tatsuya Nakadai. Moral and ethical arguments rage until the second half, which descends to street level, as Mifune plays cat-and-mouse with the kidnapper. The New York Times calls it “One of the best detective thrillers ever filmed” and they’re not wrong. It’s also one of Kurosawa’s greatest films and, given that he’s The Best, that’s saying a lot.

When the sun goes down, the Community Room gets bumping with DJ Taka, cool lighting, and Dan Ribaudo on projections. Bring the energy of Art Hop and dance the night away in this new community space!

This is a Story Listening Workshop for adult LGBTQIA+ Vermonters with cancer experiences who have a story they would like to share and an interest in listening to the stories of others. Family caregivers of LGBTQIA+ Vermonters with cancer experiences are also welcome to attend. The workshop will take place on Saturday, September 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the University of Vermont. To register for the workshop, use the QR code on the flyer to reach the registration form or use the link: https://qualtrics.uvm.edu/jfe/form/SV_3t5jK1SW04cAEAe. Participants will be compensated for participating in an optional research study. Meals and snacks will be provided. Once participants register for the workshop, a team member will reach out to them via phone to confirm their attendance and share the exact location. Please email qtcancer@uvm.edu with any questions.

Workshop participants will learn supportive approaches for facilitating meaningful, connectional conversations. Participants will explore techniques to create an open, invitational space for dialogue, including self-preparation, methods for opening and closing communication, and navigating challenging situations, such as intense disclosures. This workshop is ideal for people 18 years of age and older who want to build community through sharing their stories and listening to others. Opportunities for participating in research include filling out surveys and audio recording stories.

The South End Arts + Business Association (SEABA) presents Art Hop, a family friendly, free-to-attend arts festival September 5-7. This annual celebration of all that the South End Arts District has to offer returns with open studios, diverse art exhibits and kid-friendly activities.
Art Hop is an amazing opportunity for the community to come together as we all explore the creative and entrepreneurial spirit of Burlington’s arts district. Art Hop is co-created by hundreds of community members hosting and showing work across the 1.5 miles festival. Highlights include:

-The 110+ open studios and small businesses
-Artists in the Juried and SEABA-curated shows
-Designers and models in the STRUT! Fashion show (get your tickets now!)
-Vendors at the Saturday Artist Market
-Participants in Kids Hop, a mini festival for kids to explore art activities and services

You can explore these free events and more Friday, September 5, 5 p.m.-10pm, Saturday, September 6, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sunday, September 7, 11 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Plus, it doesn’t stop there! SEABA Curated Sites host art exhibitions for 1–3 months after the opening weekend, both at South End sites and online! Visit our website for more details, maps, and ways to volunteer!

The South End Arts + Business Association—known more commonly as SEABA—is a small non-profit arts organization with a mission to promote the interdependence between art and business to enhance the vibrant, creative and diverse community of the South End Arts District.
Facilitating Art Hop is one way we can introduce you to new artists and businesses that you will love to support! Come explore Labor Day weekend and return year-round to enjoy Burlington’s Arts District.

The South End Arts + Business Association
outreach@seaba.com
seaba.com
@seaba

Make BCA Studios one of your stops at Kids Hop! Visit a BCA Teaching Artist at our craft station as you create your own fun and vibrant work of art.

Gerald K. Stoner Sculpture at Switchback Brewing – South End Art Hop 2025
Experience the bold, hand-forged steel sculptures of Gerald K Stoner at Switchback Brewing’s restaurant and taproom during the South End Art Hop.
Sip fresh craft beer, enjoy delicious food, and take in art that shapes space with organic movement and industrial strength.
📅 Dates: September 5th-7th
📍 Location: Switchback Brewing Co. – Restaurant & Taproom, 160 Flynn Ave, Burlington, VT
Come for the art, stay for the bites and brews.

Celebrate back-to-school season with The Flynn Center’s 4th annual Playing Fields Project! Gather with friends and family for an unforgettable night featuring France’s Compagnie OFF’s Les Girafes — a monumental street show that transforms school fields into vibrant stages with a herd of towering red giraffes, music and stunning special effects. Inspired by clowns, vaudeville acts and circus arts, this spectacular show kicks off the school year with fun and delight! Learn more at https://www.flynnvt.org/Community/playing-fields. 

In honor of Spike Lee’s latest effort, Highest 2 Lowest, we present the source material for that film: Akira Kurosawa’s 1963 masterpiece High & Low, as well as Lee’s most iconic film, Do the Right Thing.

Just in time for the end of summer, we present one of the best summer movies ever.

One of the best American films of the past 50 years, Do the Right Thing confirmed Spike Lee as a filmmaker of peerless vision and passionate social engagement. Bolstered by Lee’s brilliant script, the dazzling cinematography of Ernest Dickerson, and dynamic performances up and down the expansive cast, Do the Right Thing remains a cultural lightning rod and a landmark in American cinema.

It’s the hottest day of the year in Brooklyn’s Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood, and pizza delivery man Mookie (Spike Lee) is working for Sal (Danny Aiello), the Italian-American owner of a pizzeria in the predominantly Black community. The residents of the neighborhood—including boombox-blasting Radio Raheem (Bill Nunn), activist Buggin’ Out (Giancarlo Esposito), and Korean shopkeeper Sonny (Steve Park)—coexist tenuously, until a dispute over the pizzeria’s “Wall of Fame”—which showcases famous Italian-Americans, but no Black celebrities—ignites a violent chain of events that ends in tragedy.

Famously dissed by the Oscars, Lee’s film got nominations for its screenplay and Aiello’s supporting performance, losing both, but no nod for Best Picture or its searing cinematography. Even Public Enemy’s rousing classic “Fight the Power,” written specifically for the film, failed to get a Best Original Song nomination. And the biggest insult for Lee came when the Best Picture went to… Driving Miss Daisy. He was not a fan.

Experience live music in BCA's new Community Room. Hammy Down, Lily Seabird, Coven, and Narrow Shoulders rock the Community Room for the first of many amazing live performances to come in this new community space. Grab a bite from Harmony’s Kitchen and sip a drink from the bar while you rock out!

The Vermont Air National Guard Base is opening its doors to the public for an exciting Open House event!

Join us on September 7th, 2025 for the Vermont National Guard Open House, a day of family-friendly fun featuring a variety of aircraft, demonstrations, a kid zone, food trucks, and much more. Explore STEM and education opportunities, or even discover your next career path at our Job Fair. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the power and professionalism of your Vermont National Guard!

The South End Arts + Business Association (SEABA) presents Art Hop, a family friendly, free-to-attend arts festival September 5-7. This annual celebration of all that the South End Arts District has to offer returns with open studios, diverse art exhibits, and kid friendly activities.
Art Hop is an amazing opportunity for the community to come together as we all explore the creative and entrepreneurial spirit of Burlington’s arts district. Art Hop is co-created by hundreds of community members hosting and showing work across the 1.5 miles festival. Highlights include:

-The 110+ open studios and small businesses
-Artists in the Juried and SEABA-curated shows
-Designers and models in the STRUT! Fashion show (get your tickets now!)
-Vendors at the Saturday Artist Market
-Participants in Kids Hop, a mini festival for kids to explore art activities and services

You can explore these free events on Friday, September 5, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, September 6, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday, September 7, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Plus, it doesn’t stop there! SEABA Curated Sites host art exhibitions for 1–3 months after the opening weekend, both at South End sites and online! Visit our website for more details, maps, and ways to volunteer!

The South End Arts + Business Association—known more commonly as SEABA—is a small non-profit arts organization with a mission to promote the interdependence between art and business to enhance the vibrant, creative and diverse community of the South End Arts District.
Facilitating Art Hop is one way we can introduce you to new artists and businesses that you will love to support! Come explore Labor Day weekend and return year-round to enjoy Burlington’s Arts District.

Gerald K. Stoner Sculpture at Switchback Brewing – South End Art Hop 2025
Experience the bold, hand-forged steel sculptures of Gerald K Stoner at Switchback Brewing’s restaurant and taproom during the South End Art Hop.
Sip fresh craft beer, enjoy delicious food, and take in art that shapes space with organic movement and industrial strength.
📅 Dates: September 5th-7th
📍 Location: Switchback Brewing Co. – Restaurant & Taproom, 160 Flynn Ave, Burlington, VT
Come for the art, stay for the bites and brews.

Celebrate back-to-school season with The Flynn Center’s 4th annual Playing Fields Project! Gather with friends and family for an unforgettable night featuring France’s Compagnie OFF’s Les Girafes — a monumental street show that transforms school fields into vibrant stages with a herd of towering red giraffes, music and stunning special effects. Inspired by clowns, vaudeville acts and circus arts, this spectacular show kicks off the school year with fun and delight! Learn more at https://www.flynnvt.org/Community/playing-fields.

Community Dinner & Forum
September 9
6- 8:30 p.m.
Essex High School Auditorium