RNESU Negotiations Committee Mtg. & Session with Association. Special mtng re: Para/ Bus driver negotiations.. 5:30-7 p.m. RNESU Conference Room, 49 Court Drive, Brandon, mpiper@rnesu.org, 802-247-5757.
Front Porch Forum. A screening of a new independent documentary from Canadian filmmaker Peter Strauss, “The Story of Vermont’s Quiet Digital Revolution.”6-8 p.m. Town Hall Theater, 68 South Pleasant Street, Middlebury, publicity@townhalltheater.org, 802-388-1436.
Effie Jean in Tahiti. Mill River Union HS’s Stage 40 presents the comedy, “Effie Jean in Tahiti” by David Johnston. 60 minute play; a hilarious mixture of Gilligan’s Island and The Little Mermaid, and based on Euripides’, “Iphegenia in Tauris”. $5, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Mill River UHS, 2321 Middle Road, North Clarendon, pbruno@millriverschools.org, 802-775-3451.
Seasonal Affective Disorder: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments, and New Research on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. Dr. Kelly J. Rohan, professor of Psychological Science at UVM, will give an overview of adult depression, including SAD as well as new clinical trial findings comparing cognitive-behavior therapy and light therapy. $5 or Osher Membership, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Godnick Center, 1 Deer Street, Rutland.
Gary Wade. Local songster Gary Wade returns to Bomoseen.. 6-9 p.m. Lake Bomoseen Inn Taproom, RT 30, Lake Bomoseen, millerwade@vermontel.net, 802-236-7317.
Tales from Japan. Original work by Skyler Ambrose, RYT Alumna. stories of East Asian mythology showcase the meaning of kindness, love, loyalty, and bravery. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. $6 children/senior $8 for adults, 7 p.m. Rutland Intermediate School, 63-65 Library Avenue, Rutland, saskiahagengroom@hotmail.com, 802-558-4177.
Sylvia. A comedy that tells the story of an empty nester couple, Greg and Kate, who have recently moved from the suburbs to New York City. Presented by The Dorset Players. $25, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Dorset Playhouse, 104 Cheney Road, Dorset, info@dorsetplayers.org, 802-394-5570.
Damn It All. An original rock band out of Rutland, Vermont. Their mission is simple — put down the “acousticrap” and get their “grrr” on. 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Hide-A-Way Tavern, 42 Center Street, Rutland, ziggyjagger@gmail.com, 802-558-9580.
Vermont One Act Festival. Gathers students from different schools throughout the state for a day-long celebration of theater. Performances throughout the day. $5, Mill River UHS, 2321 Middle Road, North Clarendon, pbruno@millriverschools.org, 802-775-3451.
Know Your Rights Training. workshops and a panel of recognizable and widely-respected black men from Vermont, sharing their experiences, suggestions, and hopes for the future. Register ahead of time to ensure seating, materials and meals. 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Grace Congregational Church, 8 Court Street, Rutland, info@naacprutland.org, 802-342-4755.
Salisbury Steak Dinner with DJ. Public welcome. $10.00, 5-7 p.m. VFW Post 648 Rutland, 15 Wales St, Rutland, VFWPost648@MyFairPoint.net, 802-775-6892.
VSO Jukebox. This innovative chamber music series, curated by Vermont composer and VSO Creative Projects Chair Matt LaRocca, features a sliding-scale payment option and a singular concert experience. 6:30 p.m. Merchant’s Hall, 42 Merchants Row, Rutland, 802-855-8081.
The Will Patton Ensemble. Gypsy jazz and Brazilian Samba music. $10, teens and kids are free., 7:30-9:30 p.m. Burnham Hall, 52 River Road, Lincoln, pricefay@gmail.com, 802-388-6863.
Metal The Mouse March. A high energy metal show with three bands: Blind Threat from Albany NY, Every Enemy Alive from Bennington, Humdinger & the Bucksnort from Rutland. $5 band donation, 8-10:30 p.m. The Howlin’ Mouse Record Store, 158 N. Main Street, Rutland, thehowlinmouse@yahoo.com, 802-772-7955.
Town Hall with Lt. Governor David Zuckerman. A discussion about the public policies and issues that affect racial justice, jobs, healthcare, education, our environment and creating safe and just communities. Beverages and snacks provided. 2-4 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Church, 117 West Street, Rutland City, pac@naacprutland.org, 802-353-0998.
Youth Showcase. Youth choirs, Joyful Noise and Children’s Choir, will offer songs, including a medley from Grease, as well as other solos and duets. Raising money for the HEAL Foundation. Refreshments for sale. Free will offering, 6-8 p.m. Grace Congregational Church, 8 Court Street, Rutland, dchar99@yahoo.com, 802-775-4301.
Silas. Folkhop, enjoyable grooves, themes of reggae and bluegrass. 7-10 p.m. Hide-A-Way Tavern, 42 Center Street, Rutland, ziggyjagger@gmail.com, 802-558-9580.
OVUU Planning Task Force. Special Meeting re: 5 year plan.. 6-8 p.m. RNESU Conference Room, 49 Court Drive, Brandon, mpiper@rnesu.org, 802-247-5757.
OVUU Hawk Hill Committee. Special Meeting re: Hawk Hill discussion. 6-8 p.m. OVUHS Conference Room, 2997 Franklin St., Brandon, mpiper@rnesu.org, 802-247-5757.