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Total Solar Eclipse in Vermont 2024: Totality Talks: Omens from Above - A Curious History of Eclipses as Signs 04/05/2024

From OBSCURA:

Exploring the history of solar eclipses across time and space, this illustrated lecture by UVM's Paul Deslandes discusses the many ways in which natural phenomena might be read culturally as signs of divine displeasure, as portentous omens, or as curious strokes of luck. Ranging chronologically from the ancient Greek world to the present, this lecture examines how reactions to solar eclipses in the past provide us with intriguing glimpses into belief systems, historical worldviews, and the human relationship with the natural world.

For more information visit: https://loveburlington.org/obscura-burlington/

Burlington Ward 6 NPA Meeting 04/04/2024

For more information on the Burlington Neighborhood Planning Assemblies (NPA) and their current procedures and meeting dates, please visit burlingtonvt.gov/CEDO/Neighborhood-Services/Neighborhood-Planning-Assemblies.

Total Solar Eclipse in Vermont 2024: Totality Talks: Socio-Cultural Dimensions of Eclipses 04/04/2024

From OBSCURA:

An eclipse is as much a socio-cultural phenomenon as it is a natural one. From portents of evil and chaos to causes for celebration or consumer marketing opportunities, the cultural meanings of eclipses have varied widely across time and place, reflecting variations of world view and religion, celestial knowledge, social relationships, and preoccupations of the moment. In this engaging lecture, UVM environmental anthropologist and professor, Luis Vivanco, explores the powerful role of cultural meaning and social context in shaping human experiences of eclipse.

For more information visit: https://loveburlington.org/obscura-burlington/

Burlington Wards 4 and 7 NPA Meeting - Bylaws 04/03/2024

Burlington Development Review Board 04/02/2024

For more information on the current procedures and meeting dates for the Burlington Development Review Board, please visit burlingtonvt.gov/DPI/DRB/Agendas.

Resistance Day of Learning at Ohavi Zedek 04/01/2024

From Burlington High School:

The “Resistance Day of Learning” is hosted with The Lost Mural Project located at Ohavi Zedek Synagogue. Students look at the “The Lost Mural” (a Burlington artifact in the style of Eastern Europe synagogues), and hear from guest speakers who share stories of their own resistance. Speakers include Gordana Pobric, Bashir Abdallah, Migmar Tsering, Aaron Goldberg, Jeff Potash, and Noor Bulle.

For more information: https://ohavizedek.org/

Recorded on April 1 and April 2, 2024.

Burlington City Council - Organization Day 04/01/2024

For more information on the Burlington City Council and current procedures and meeting dates, please visit burlingtonvt.gov/CityCouncil/City-Council-Meeting-Schedule.

Tap ONE Pancakes In The Park 03/30/2024

From Tap ONE (Old North End):

Join us this Saturday in Calahan Park to celebrate the 2024 Burlington sugaring season! Sap flow is winding down and we are closing out the year with pancakes.

Tap ONE is Burlington’s sweetest community initiative providing sugaring for all in the Old North End.

Richard Kemp Center Sankofa Benefit 03/30/2024

Join the Richard Kemp Center for a benefit event.

For more information: www.RichardKempCenter.org | info@vtracialjusticeallaince.org

Burlington 2044 - What Will It Be Like? 03/29/2024

Embark on a captivating journey through time as Gwen and Fiona explore the evolution of Burlington's cityscape. Come along for the ride as they peel back the layers of history to uncover what the city looked like in the past, examine its current state, and dare to predict what the future holds for the urban landscape.

Through a combination of archival footage, present-day visuals, and analysis from locals, Gwen and Fiona transport you back in time to experience the sights of Burlington's earliest days. From bustling streets to iconic landmarks, Gwen and Fiona paint a vivid picture of the past that laid the foundation for the vibrant metropolis we know today.

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CCTV Receives NEH Grant to Support Community Archives

CCTV Center for Media & Democracy is pleased to announce receipt of a National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Humanities Collections and Reference Resources grant alongside 32 peer archival institutions across the country. This $49,927 grant award will support efforts to preserve and expand access to audio/visual community history materials in the CCTV Archives. Read more about this opportunity here!