﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire</title><link>http://www.vermont.org</link><description>News related to Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce</description><copyright>(c) 2013, Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce All Rights Reserved.</copyright><ttl>5</ttl><item><title>2013 Leadership Champlain Scholarship Fund Campaign 4/15/2013 8:00 AM - 6/30/2013 6:00 PM</title><description>As our community evolves, so too must Leadership Champlain.  To that end we need your help to ensure that the emerging leaders we are engaging in our classes and the content of our monthly educational sessions reflect the ever-evolving issues and the growing diversity of our community. 

In 2011, a scholarship fund was started that supports a robust recruitment effort to draw from diverse populations working in large and small, private and non-profit places of business. We are asking all LC Alum to consider supporting the scholarship fund with a gift of any size to continue this important work!  

A big thank you to the Burlington Sunrise Rotary Club and Davis &amp; Hodgdon CPA's for sponsoring the Scholarship Fund!!  
</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2793</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2013 18:58:31 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Leadership Development Series 5/16/2013 12:00 PM - 5/30/2013 1:00 PM</title><description>Join us for one, two or all three of our webinars focused on Leadership Development. The first session in the series is Positioning Yourself to Lead: Leadership Language, (Thursday, May 23rd, 12-1 pm EST). In this session, hosts Regina Darmoni and Peter Boynton of Timely Transformations will show you the significance of leadership language – in all of its forms - and how to portray it and convey it to further your leadership aspirations. Session two is titled, Leadership Styles, (Thursday, May 30th, 12-1 pm), and in this session your hosts will help participants identify their go to leadership style and introduce additional leadership styles and competencies to use when in situations that require a different approach. In the third session, Leadership for a Change, (Thursday, June 6th, 12-1 pm EST), Peter and Regina present a model for change and a process to stimulate a small team to deliver big results - sharing concepts and ideas that will enable YOU to move your employees and colleagues from rundown to revitalized! Hosts Peter Boynton and Regina Darmoni are co-founders of Timely Transformations and have extensive experience in leadership development and coaching. The cost is $30 per session or $75 for the entire series. You will be sent an invitation to the webinar upon receipt of registration.</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2809</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:51:29 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Green Mountain Comedy Festival 5/22/2013 12:00 AM - 5/26/2013 12:00 AM</title><description> The 5th Annual GMCF is going to be bigger and better than ever! 5 nights of standup, improv and sketch comedy, plus workshops for all ages.</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2711</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2013 12:46:42 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Spring Carnival 5/23/2013 12:00 PM - 5/27/2013 </title><description>The FAIR comes to town....early..at University Mall!  Miller Amusements will present 15 rides, games, and concessions in the U-Mall parking lot, free admission.  Some rides include Tilt-A-Whirl, Tornado, The Zipper, and more.  Thursday &amp; Friday 5-10, Saturday &amp; Sunday 12 Noon-10pm, Monday (Memorial Day) 12 Noon-6pm. </description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2805</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2013 20:39:53 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Opening Day of BIGGER THAN T-REX exhibit 5/25/2013 10:00 AM - 5/25/2013 5:00 PM</title><description>Saturday, May 25, 10 a.m - 5 p.m. Opening Day of BIGGER THAN T-REX exhibit.  Skeletons of Gigantotosaurus, Mapusaurus, and more carnivorous dinosaurs; some of them larger than the legendary T-Rex. Hands-on dig pit, video of actual dinosaur excavation, and animatronic raptors round out this exciting and crowd-pleasing exhibition. Free with admission.  1.877.324.6386</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2799</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2013 20:32:44 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MVP Health Care YAM Scram 5/25/2013 7:45 AM - 5/25/2013 </title><description>In celebration of Burlington’s Youth Advocacy Month (YAM), RunVermont will host the 13th Annual kid’s running festival during marathon weekend.  All participants must be 4 to 14 years old on May 25, 2013.  Come join us for a festive, fun-filled event of running, bib decorating and excitement.  All children receive a finisher’s medal!

More Info: http://www.runvermont.org/yamscram
</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2712</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2013 12:46:53 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>PJC Book Signing: "Journey North: The Life of Richard Kemp" 5/25/2013 2:00 PM - 5/25/2013 3:00 PM</title><description>Join Richard Kemp for a casual event where he will talk about his life. Kemp will also be signing his book "Journey North: The Life of Richard Kemp" written last year by author and friend Katherine Nopper. 
</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2839</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2013 11:43:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>KeyBank Vermont City Marathon and Relay  5/26/2013 8:00 AM - 5/26/2013 </title><description>The most well known face of RunVermont is the KeyBank Vermont City Marathon, an event we are very proud to bring to you each and every year. The KeyBank Vermont City Marathon &amp; Relay is a community effort, recognizing all those who have had a hand in making the race a success for 25 years. From the runners to the volunteers to the crowds cheering on the sidelines, we all share the same desire to cross the finish line, now and in the future.</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2692</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 20:05:38 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Gardening Workshop:Choosing and Caring for Trees 5/28/2013 6:00 PM - 5/28/2013 7:30 PM</title><description>In this workshop, ISA certified arborist V.J. Comai will discuss the selection and care of trees for the home landscape. Participants will learn how to evaluate a proposed planting site and then choose a tree that is compatible with that site. Additional focus will be on proper planting techniques as well as subsequent care including mulching, watering, fertilization, and the basics of pruning to ensure that your tree thrives.


 </description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2766</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Apr 2013 17:28:55 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Beer Tier Tuesday 5/28/2013 4:30 PM - 5/28/2013 8:00 PM</title><description>every Tuesday sample 4 beers and a food plate for $12!</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2842</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2013 14:48:40 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Wednesday Wine Down 5/29/2013 4:30 PM - 5/29/2013 8:00 PM</title><description>every Wednesday sample 4 wine and a food plate for $12!</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2841</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2013 14:48:30 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Experience Thailand Presentation 5/29/2013 5:30 PM - 5/29/2013 7:00 PM</title><description>Come and learn about our Experience Thailand trip, leaving on November 2nd and returning on November 10th, 2013.  This 9-day, 7-night trip includes: round trip international airfaire, transportation to and from JFK from Burlington, 5-star or 4-star accommodations, english-speaking tour guide, three full meals every day as indicated on the itinerary, fees for all tour attractions as listed on the itinerary, and airport taxes and air fuel surcharge.  The cost is $2,899, based on double-occupancy and the registration deadline is July 15th, 2013.  Representatives from Cistlinc, the tour company, will be giving the presentation and will be available to answer all questions.  There is no charge to attend this event.  Register early!</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2815</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:58:16 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Noon Music in May presented by Stowe Performing Arts 5/29/2013 12:00 PM - 5/29/2013 1:00 PM</title><description>Michael Arnowitt previews some of the music he will be performing at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. in June.  Featured music includes Debussy's "Ondine" and "Mists," the first movement of Rachmaninov's lush, romantic Sonata no. 2, music by Brahms and Satie, and Michael's own extraordinary piano transcription of the first half of Stravinsky's "The Rite of Spring," which premiered exactly 100 years ago in Paris on May 29, 1913.</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2820</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2013 20:47:17 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>A Time of Transition &amp; New Developments in Vermont's Health Insurance Exchange and Other Benefit Compliance Updates 5/29/2013 8:00 AM - 5/29/2013 11:00 AM</title><description>Program:
7:30-8:00 am   Registration

8:00-8:15      Introduction – Mitch Fleischer, President, Fleischer Jacobs Group

8:15-8:45      The Vermont Health Benefit Exchange: Updates and Latest Developments– Robin Lunge, Director of Health Care Reform, State of Vermont

8:45-9:15      Exchange Plan Designs &amp; Cost Trends in Vermont: What will the market be like in 2014? – Jeanne Keller, President, Keller &amp; Fuller
               What Employers Need to Think About – Tax and Subsidy Implications on the exchange – Mitch Fleischer

9:15-9:30      Vermont Legislative Update – Reporting on the Current Topics of Interest– Bill &amp; Heather Shouldice, Owner and President, William Shouldice &amp; Associates, LLC

9:30-9:45      Benefits Compliance Updates – Sherry O’Leary, Principal, Northeast Benefits Management, LLC

9:45-10:00      Retirement Plans: DOL Fee Disclosure Updates and the Need for more Employee Education – John Servin, Director Retirement Services, Fleischer Jacobs Group

10:00-10:30     The ACA’s Consumer Operated and Oriented Plan Program and its Status – Christine Oliver, CEO, Vermont Health CO-OP
10:30-11:00     Q&amp;A

11:00           Adjourn. 
</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2829</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2013 14:39:29 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Change is in the Air! Networking Event at Hotel Vermont 5/29/2013 5:30 PM - 5/29/2013 7:30 PM</title><description>&lt;p style="text-align: justify;"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family: garamond;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Change is in the Air!&lt;/strong&gt; Come meet your hosts at &lt;span class="generalbody3" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Hotel Vermont&lt;/strong&gt;, Burlington&amp;rsquo;s independent hotel with an ideal downtown location between the waterfront and the Church Street Marketplace. Experience our unique and authentic Vermont culture blending both comfort and productivity while exuding casual warmth, sustainability, and Vermont authenticity. Hotel Vermont is also the Burlington home of Hen of the Wood Restaurant, long a Vermont favorite featuring acclaimed farm-to-table cuisine. Evening includes live entertainment, local farm-to-table food samples from Hotel Vermont's Juniper, and the opportunity to win a pair of tickets to the early session of the Burlington&amp;nbsp;Wine &amp;amp; Food Festival,&amp;nbsp;an overnight stay with breakfast at Hotel Vermont, or dinner for two at Hen of the Wood Restaurant. &lt;/span&gt;Co-sponsored by &lt;span style="font-family: garamond;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;TruexCullins Interiors&lt;/strong&gt;, &lt;strong&gt;Smith Buckley Architects&lt;/strong&gt;,&lt;/span&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Farrell Distributing&lt;/strong&gt;, and&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Long Trail Brewing Co.&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;br /&gt;
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Registration Closes: Wednesday, May 29 at 10 am&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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Please note&lt;/strong&gt;:&amp;nbsp;Though the event will be held at Hotel Vermont &lt;em&gt;and&lt;/em&gt; the Courtyard Burlington Harbor, &lt;strong&gt;registration will be in Hotel Vermont only&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;span style="font-family: garamond;"&gt;Your ticket price includes two beverages, appetizers, dessert, the opportunity to win door prizes, and access to the event. The event is open to all who would like to attend, though members receive a discounted admission rate.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: garamond;"&gt;Member Advance Rate: $10&lt;br /&gt;
Member Door Rate: $14&lt;br /&gt;
Prospective Member Rate: $20&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2671</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2013 17:02:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Start Your Own Business Workshop 5/30/2013 8:30 AM - 5/30/2013 12:30 AM</title><description>Starting Your Own Business can be challenging...are you ready? This four-hour workshop is conducted by experienced business advisors and designed as a step-by-step guide for the first-time business owner. Your payment to attend the workshop includes a start-up workbook, handouts and access to 20 online courses in money, marketing and management. When you leave, you will be well-informed about the resources available and the steps involved in launching a successful business. Highlights of the workshop: - Evaluate whether there is a viable business in your good idea - Identify your target customers and explore how to conduct market research - Learn how to register your company, apply for tax numbers and protect your brand - Prepare to write an effective business plan - Find out about financing options and learn what a credible loan package looks like - Understand your "Next Steps" By the end of this workshop you will be well-informed about the resources available to you and the steps involved in launching a successful business. . </description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2788</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Apr 2013 13:31:42 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Green Mountain Cabaret's "Tapping The May-Pole" 5/31/2013 8:00 PM - 5/31/2013 9:30 PM</title><description>After their spectacular "Spring Teasing" offering in April, Green Mountain Cabaret is back to scintillate, titillate, and stimulate your senses by "Tapping The May-Pole!"

Join the Sugar Shakers, The Peepers, and their special guests for an evening filled with sensual dances, witty banter, and a few unexpected surprises that will have you screaming "MAY WE HAVE SOME MORE?"

The fun begins on Friday May 31st at Burlington's premiere venue: Club Metronome (188 Main Street, Burlington, VT). 21+ Doors: 7pm, Show: 8pm

Tickets are $10 for standing/ $15 for Seated tickets, $15 for Tickets on the day of show.
You can pick up tickets at Nectar's Box office or online at http://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/264137?__utmx=-&amp;skinName=tfly&amp;__utmv=-&amp;__utmk=44236324&amp;__utmz=1.1365387898.7.2.utmcsr%3Dgoogle|utmccn%3D%28organic%29|utmcmd%3Dorganic|utmctr%3D%28not+provided%29&amp;__utma=1.1199260354.1364418547.1366319886.1366846385.11&amp;__utmc=1&amp;__utmb=1.3.10.1366846385&amp;wrKey=E4B9E25AF073233568AE3882D7DBE0D2</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2828</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2013 14:39:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>LaunchVT Final Competition 5/31/2013 2:00 PM - 5/31/2013 6:00 PM</title><description>LaunchVT's 5 selected contestants have gone through several months of preparation for their final pitch to our judging board. DJ Cr8 will be spinning with our guest MC, Alan Newman, serial entrepreneur who has helped create the likes of Gardener's Supply, Seventh Generation and Magic Hat Brewery.

2:00 – 2:15 Welcome &amp; Intros
2:15 – 4:00 Presentations from the 5 Finalists
4:00 – 6:00 Cocktails with Winners announced at 5 PM

We want to thank our 2013 LaunchVT Sponsors: the Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce, the State of Vermont, Hackett, Valine and MacDonald, the Burlington Free Press, People’s United Bank, New England Federal Credit Union, PMG, FairPoint, the City of Burlington, Merritt, Merritt &amp; Moulton, Main Street Landing and Leonardo’s Pizza. 

*This event is open to the public. Come root on your favorite team.</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2754</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2013 19:56:35 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>YPs on the Lake...Summer Kick Off! 6/6/2013 6:00 PM - 6/6/2013 9:30 PM</title><description>Our summer events are all about being outdoors and this year we are celebrating the best thing about Burlington, the lake! Join fellow YPs as we cruise around Lake Champlain with drink specials and great food by Spirit of Ethan Allen. Looking to outfit your summer experience? We have teamed up with the Lake Champlain Sailing Center as well as WDN &amp;WVS to bring you a unique pop-up shop experience on the lake. BYP is ready to outfit you for your summer outdoors.  After the cruise we will be hitting the new and exciting Juniper Bar at Hotel Vermont to continue your networking experience. 

*Tickets include food, access to cash bar, drink specials and all the specials at Hotel Vermont.
At only $10 for a fun-filled boat cruise, the tickets will go fast. Register now at:
</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2830</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2013 18:16:58 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>21st Annual KeyBank Chamber Challenge Golf Classic 6/6/2013 8:30 AM - 6/6/2013 6:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="font-family: arial;"&gt;The 21st Annual&amp;nbsp;KeyBank&amp;nbsp;Chamber Challenge Golf Classic is an exceptionally popular tournament, over 150 people from around the State of Vermont attend this event each year.&lt;/span&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="font-family: arial;"&gt;Proceeds from the event go to the marketing fund of the Vermont Convention Bureau, which attracts meetings, events and destination weddings to Vermont. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="font-family: arial;"&gt;Schedule of events: 8:30am driving range opens 8:30am-9:45am registration 10:00am tee off, shot gun start. 3:30pm reception, cash bar, silent auction 4:30pm--6:00pm Lobster dinner, chamber challenge awards and live auction &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2681</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jan 2013 15:12:38 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Burlington's First Friday Art Walk 6/7/2013 5:00 PM - 6/7/2013 8:00 PM</title><description>June means Art in the Windows along Church Street…and anywhere else you care to look in Burlington. Pick up your copy of Art Map Burlington, First Friday Art Walk’s official publication, and your guide to art in Burlington or check out the website to see a list of participating venues. And get art walking!</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2831</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 13:14:22 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Daniel O'Neil 6/8/2013 10:00 PM - 6/9/2013 4:00 PM</title><description>The Green Mountain Boys come home in honor of Ethan Allen’s 275th Birthday!  Revolutionary War re-enactors recreate an encampment of colonial militia who were training to reinforce the American forces in Canada in 1776. This event will feature lifestyle, tools and crafts displays and presentations of both home-life and military camp-life. The Warner Regiment will conduct periodic training periods for the "militia", as well as tactical demonstrations of the Continental Army. </description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2713</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2013 12:49:01 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Pitchin' for Families Beanbag Tournament 6/8/2013 1:00 PM - 6/8/2013 6:00 PM</title><description>NFI Vermont will be hosting the 1st annual “Pitchin’ for Families” Beanbag Tournament with proceeds supporting mental health services, special educational services, therapeutic foster care, residential treatment and crisis stabilization services for youth in our state.  With so much recent national and local focus on the importance of mental health we hope that you will consider this opportunity. 
"Pitchin' for Families" is fun and active way for players of any age to enjoy friends, meet new people, socialize with others, and compete at beanbags in a beautiful atmosphere located on Lake Champlain. Whether tossing a bag for the first time or king of your own backyard, this experience is for everyone!  The 2 person teams can consist of friends, significant others, business colleagues, relatives, parent-child, etc. -- it's a great way to reconnect as a community concerned about mental health and to support an important local non-profit organization making a difference in countless young lives! Texas Roadhouse will be providing food for participants, there are plenty of exciting prizes up for grabs, and our media partner MP103.3 will be promoting the event prior as well as on site event day playing music. </description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2745</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2013 16:01:49 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>7 Secrets of Exceptional Customer Service 6/12/2013 9:00 AM - 6/12/2013 12:00 PM</title><description>In this interactive workshop we will explore the seven ways to provide the "knock your socks off" service with each and every customer interaction. We will discover ways to make our customers feel important; transform complaints into valuable customer feedback; become a master in the art of listening; out service our competitors; recognize the value of first impressions; understand that customers want an "experience"; earn customer trust; and be aware of how everyone is significant in providing customer service.
Speaker: Carrie Gendreau
Location: Vermont Technical College - Williston Campus, Williston
</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2787</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Apr 2013 11:46:41 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>VETERANS INC. 8th Annual STAND DOWN 6/14/2013 9:00 AM - 6/15/2013 4:00 PM</title><description>More than 40 providers to participate: representing non-profits, for-profits, and government agencies offering veterans’ services, health &amp; human services, and much more. Veterans at the event will be able to obtain FREE food, clothing, personal care items, haircuts, massages, acupuncture, counseling, legal services; and services and advice related to employment &amp; training, housing, healthcare, and a career fair on Friday. Veterans should bring a DD-214 or VA card as proof of veteran status. </description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2835</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2013 12:00:43 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>World Refugee Day:  A Gathering of Veterans from Around the World 6/20/2013 7:00 PM - 6/20/2013 </title><description>Join us Thursday, June 20th and help the Peace &amp; Justice Center and Vermont Refugee Resettlement Project recognize World Refugee Day with a conversation about war on a global scale. We are extremely excited to sponsor a panel of veterans of different nationalities from wars all around the world. The panel of veterans will talk about their different experiences, and the difficulties they now face as a result of these wars.</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2840</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2013 20:50:35 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>A June Evening at Shelburne Farms Networking Event  6/20/2013 5:30 PM - 6/20/2013 7:30 PM</title><description>&lt;span style="font-family: garamond;"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;You're invited to experience a wonderfully unique event, as the Chamber partners with Shelburne Farms to bring you an evening of exploration: cultivating a conservation ethic for a sustainable future.&amp;nbsp; Join us at the flourishing&amp;nbsp;Farm Barn and learn about how&amp;nbsp;the people,&amp;nbsp;animals, and products of the Farm maintain their thriving model of&amp;nbsp;promising agricultural sustainability.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;Families and friends are encouraged to attend this casual evening of great food -&amp;nbsp;from Shelburne Farms, American Flatbread, and Bluebird BBQ - drinks, and of course, the networking opportunities you've come to expect from our Monthly Networking Event&amp;nbsp;Series.&amp;nbsp; Plus, you can enter to win dinner for two at The Inn at Shelburne Farms!&amp;nbsp; This event is generously co-sponsored by &lt;strong&gt;The University of Vermont&lt;/strong&gt;,&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;American Flatbread&lt;/strong&gt;, &lt;strong&gt;Bluebird BBQ&lt;/strong&gt;, &lt;strong&gt;Otter Creek Brewing&lt;/strong&gt;,&lt;strong&gt; Top Hat Entertainment&lt;/strong&gt;,&lt;strong&gt; Shelburne Supermarket&lt;/strong&gt;,&lt;strong&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;and&lt;strong&gt; LocalvoreToday.com&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;br /&gt;
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Please note:&amp;nbsp; Parking will be on grass/dirt.&amp;nbsp; The event contains indoor and outdoor spaces, so please dress accordingly.&amp;nbsp; In the event of rain, the event will be held in the Coach Barn.&lt;br /&gt;
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Your ticket price includes two beverages, appetizers, the opportunity to win door prizes, and access to the event.&amp;nbsp; The event is open to all who would like to attend, though members receive a discounted admission rate.&lt;br /&gt;
Member Advance Rate: $10&lt;br /&gt;
Member Door Rate: $14&lt;br /&gt;
Prospective Member Rate: $20&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Registration Closes: Thursday, June 20 at 10 am&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2679</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jan 2013 16:00:08 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Tommy Emmanuel 6/21/2013 8:00 PM - 6/21/2013 </title><description>Two-time Grammy nominee Tommy Emmanuel is one of
Australia's most respected musicians. The legendary guitarist
has a professional career that spans almost five decades and
continues to intersect with some of the finest musicians
throughout the world.</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2806</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2013 20:40:09 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Burnham Library Summer Book Sale 6/28/2013 6:00 PM - 6/30/2013 </title><description>Friday, 6/28, 6-8 pm; Saturday, 6/29, 9 am-4 pm; Sunday, 6/30, 11 am-3 pm. Don't miss this collection of gently used books and audiovisual materials – all at bargain prices! Materials include donations from patrons, as well as discarded items from our own collection. We have a wide range of hardcovers, paperbacks, CDs, tapes, and DVDs! Fiction, non-fiction, biographies, mysteries, self-help, movies, audio books, and more! Located at the old fire house and Union Memorial School.</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2833</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2013 11:55:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Dealchicken 5K Run and Walk with 1 Mile Kids Run 6/30/2013 8:30 AM - 6/30/2013 11:30 AM</title><description>Vermont’s 1st Chicken Race.

5K Run or walk and 1 Mile Kids Run. Scenic course through Dorset Street Park in South Burlington.  Course runs along the Vermont Country Club.

First 250 people to register will receive a chicken hat. Prizes and lots of fun event for the entire family. </description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2838</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2013 13:36:41 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>3rd Annual Greens Feed Golf Tournament 7/11/2013 4:00 PM - 7/11/2013 8:00 PM</title><description>YPs are all "Fore!"  stamping out hunger in Vermont. Our 3rd Annual BYP Golf Tournament will be held on the Links at Lang Farm in Essex Junction. The 9-hole (shotgun start) tournament pits foursomes from area businesses against each other for a great cause! Whistle Pig Whiskey and Long Trail will be there to hydrate the teams and hand out swag. After the course, enjoy Arnold Palmer's and pulled pork by Weatherbee's Catering. $160 covers green fees and dinner for the whole foursome. 

Don't have a team but still looking to network? We have you covered! We are holding two teams for singles. If you’re new to the area and want to meet people, there’s no better way than playing golf. Individual registrations are $50 (Includes: Green fee/ Food and drink). Proceeds from the tournament go to Hunger Free Vermont to battle children experiencing hunger or food hardship in Vermont.


REGISTRATION IS OPEN: Email our director at Emily@vermont.org to register your spot. *NOTE: To keep your spot. Money must be sent to the Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce no later than June 25th.
</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2832</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 14:48:19 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Meet the H-Team Networking Event at Heritage Toyota 7/18/2013 5:30 PM - 7/18/2013 7:30 PM</title><description>Come join us for a fantastic summer&amp;nbsp;gathering at Heritage Toyota's brand new state of the art Service Center, complete with&amp;nbsp;food, drinks, tours of the their growing facility, and great give-aways.&amp;nbsp; This month's event presents an opportunity to gather with your local community in a casual, energetic atmosphere, care of the generous H Team at Heritage Toyota.&amp;nbsp; This event is co-sponsored by &lt;strong&gt;The Shed Brewery&lt;/strong&gt;, and &lt;strong&gt;SuperSounds Entertainment&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;br /&gt;
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Your ticket price includes two beverages, appetizers, the opportunity to win door prizes, and access to the event. The event is open to all who would like to attend, though Chamber members receive a discounted admission rate.&lt;br /&gt;
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Member Advance Rate:&amp;nbsp;$10&lt;br /&gt;
Member Door Rate: $14&lt;br /&gt;
Prospective Member Rate: $20&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Registration Closes: Thursday, July&amp;nbsp;18 at 10 am&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2690</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 15:35:25 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>34th Annual Champlain Valley Gem, Mineral &amp; Fossil Show 7/27/2013 10:00 AM - 7/28/2013 5:00 PM</title><description>Vermont’s largest gem, mineral, and fossil show returns for its 34th year this weekend!  Thousands of beautiful natural specimens and jewelry are available at affordable prices from fourteen dealers.  There will be stunning exhibits, informative lectures, raffle, silent auction, door prizes, and activities for kids.  Free parking and refreshments available.  Handicapped accessible.</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2741</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2013 15:49:42 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Biggest Loser RunWalk Killington 15K/5K 7/28/2013 9:00 AM - 7/28/2013 </title><description>The Biggest Loser RunWalk Killington 5K/15K and one mile Kids Fun Run will sell out quickly so be sure to secure your spot today! Online registration is open for this event through the evening of July 24, 2013. If the race has not sold out, walk up registration at Packet Pick-up will be available July 27, 2013.  
Each registered participant and finisher will receive the following: 

• Non-intimidating Environment for New Runners and Walkers
• The Biggest Loser Inaugural Finisher's Medal
• Celebrity Appearances
• Commemorative Technical T-Shirt
• Race Number, Timing Tag and Goodie Bag
• Water and Sports Drink along the Course 
• Food, Sports Drink and Water at Finish Lines 
• Live Entertainment by former Biggest Loser Season 5 contestant &amp; 
   Nashville recording artist, Dan Evans, at the Finish Line Festival 
• Free Downloadable Race Photos
• FREE Learn to Ski/Snowboard Lesson* 
• Last but not Least, a Truly Unforgettable Experience </description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2801</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2013 20:37:32 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Vermont Festival of the Arts 8/1/2013 1:00 PM - 9/2/2013 </title><description>The Vermont Festival of the Arts is a month-long, 120-event celebration of the Arts held in the Mad River Valley, Vermont each August.  The goal of the Festival is to provide a platform for the myriad arts events that already exist and to encourage new events.  From a simple pottery demo and workshop to a world-class musical performance, these events cross the boundaries of age, gender and occupation.  Because this is a multi-dimensional, multi-media, multi-age series of events, there is truly something for everyone. Events take place every day during the month of August and are perfect for all ages (children, youth, seniors, singles, families) and mid-week visitors, weekend guests, second-homeowner, local residents and all Vermonters.</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2834</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2013 11:56:08 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Taste of the Valley 8/5/2013 5:00 PM - 8/5/2013 8:00 PM</title><description>Join us for the Vermont Festival of the Art’s signature event at the stunning Lincoln Peak Village.  Local restaurants and food providers offer a sample taste of their finest culinary creations.  Enjoy the music inside and out, bid at the silent auction, and visit a European-inspired café brought to you by Barista Prima Coffeehouse.  Make sure you attend the social event of the season!</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2836</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2013 12:00:58 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Richmond Round Church Celebrates 200 Years! 8/9/2013 8:00 AM - 8/11/2013 4:00 PM</title><description>Richmond will be having a year-long celebration of the 200th Anniversary of the Round Church.  The main event will take place August 9-11.  Details will be available by Fall 2012.</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2066</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2011 14:59:33 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>6th Annual Jay Summer Fest 8/10/2013 9:00 AM - 8/10/2013 4:00 PM</title><description>6th Annual Jay Summer Fest
Saturday, August 10, 2013
9am to 4pm, Downtown Jay, plenty of free parking. Fun for all ages: Tag Sale, Silent Auction, Horseshoe Tournament at Jay Village Inn, Cow Plop 50/50 Raffle. “The Great Land Trust Rush” - Bike/ Run/ Hike Race on Jay Community Recreational Centre, Parade (10:30am), over 40 vendors,  Music Tent with Debbie Murphy, Best Brownie Contest sponsored by King Arthur Flour, American Red Cross Blood Drive, Square Dance Demo, Wooden Horse Arts Guild “Art on the Fence” Show, Kids Games &amp; Activities, Ice Cream Social and so much more. A Jay Focus Group 501 ©3 Non Profit Charitable Event benefits Jay Area Food Shelf, Jay/Westfield Elem School Enrichment Programs, Jay Athletic Association, Annual Children’s Halloween Party, Jay Community Center and continued development of Jay Comm. Recreational Centre, Be part of event. Sign as a vendor - 12’x12’ area $25. Bring own tent/tables/chairs. Be in our Parade. Visit www.jayVt.com for more info or call 802.343.5687. Same day as Jay Peak’s Augustwest Music Festival, downtown Jay, noon to 6pm
</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2708</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2013 14:01:31 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Pirate 5k Run 8/17/2013 9:00 AM - 8/17/2013 </title><description>Dress in your favorite pirate costume and get some treasure! Participants receive a t-shirt, bandana, finishing medal and ‘tattoo!’ Prizes will be awarded! Meet Rockin’ Ron the Friendly Pirate!

The event will be open to all ages and take place on the beautiful Burlington Waterfront with the Lake Champlain Maritime Festival course running along the Burlington Bike Path. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Community Sailing Center’s WAVES Initiative, a program for children and adults that is designed to enhance their connection to the exciting ecosystems of Lake Champlain through interactive science lessons and recreation on the lake.

Registration: https://www.runmyevent.com/piraterace

After the race, join us at the Lake Champlain Sailing Center for breakfast, free paddle boarding until 11:30 and race awards!
</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2827</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2013 12:25:46 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>International Conference on Omics Studies 9/4/2013 7:00 AM - 9/6/2013 9:00 PM</title><description>Omics Studies-2013 is based around the theme "Re-integrating the 'Omics' fields to accelerate precision research".

Omicsstudies-2013 is designed to bring together scientific researchers and business entrepreneurs to discuss the development and to catalyze the networking between the various fields of Omics studies and to facilitate the amalgamation of the complementary scientific efforts in the academia and industry to achieve common scientific goals.

The Conference highlights the following topics:
•	Genomics
•	Transcriptomics and Gene Prediction
•	Proteomics
•	Metabolomics
•	Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
•	Bioinformatics in Biopharmaceuticals &amp; Medicine
•	Sequencing and Alignment
•	Medical Informatics
•	Systems Biology
•	Canceromics
•	Other-Omics

For the detailed list of sessions, please visit the link below
http://www.omicsgroup.com/conferences/omics-studies-2013/cfa.php

So, Come and participate in this event, the first of its kind.

Please feel free to contact us at omicsstudies2013@omicsonline.com 
</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2683</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jan 2013 18:31:04 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Distress the Dress 5k 9/7/2013 8:00 AM - 3/14/2013 </title><description>Burlington guys and gals, let's see what truly pukeworthy dress or suit from the cobwebs of your closet or corner of your local thrift shop you can find and then let's bring it to its demise in this 5k. Laugh the whole way as you distress your dress (or tux) through our muddy obstacle course and then party at the finish line alongside your dreadfully dressed comrades. A portion of proceeds will go to Children’s HopeChest, a non profit dedicated to helping orphans around the world get the care they need!</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2755</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Mar 2013 18:19:25 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>2nd Annual Thoroughbred Races Fundraiser 10/5/2013 6:30 PM - 10/5/2013 11:30 PM</title><description>
If it’s fun and excitement you’re craving, look no further!
Thoroughbred Races Fundraiser
Saturday, October 5, 2013
Degre Auction House, Rte 100,  Westfield, VT
Door Entry $5, 21 &amp; older, BYOB , Free Munchies, Doors open 6:30pm
Watch 10 real horse races, previously recorded, on big screens, 1st race starts 7:30pm, 
Each race has 10 numbered horses. Place $2.00 bet to WIN — win cash. 
Bet on as many horses as you like, as many times as you like.
Buy a horse for $25, if horse comes in 1st you win $50, Daily Double, 50/50 Raffle, Door Prize,  
Losers Pot . Men &amp; Women's Hat Contest, and more.  A Jay Focus Group 501 ©3 Non Profit event to benefit Jay Vol Fire Dept, Jay Area Food Shelf, Jay Community Recreational Park. 
More Info visit www.jayVt.com, call 802.343.5687

</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2710</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2013 14:01:46 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Vermont International Film Festival 10/11/2013 11:00 AM - 10/20/2013 </title><description>Annual international film festival showcasing the best of world and American independent cinema, and Vermont filmmakers. Narrative and documentaries. Many themes, including the environment, food, national cinema etc.  Workshops and presentations by industry professionals.</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2694</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 20:50:49 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Daniel O'Neil 10/12/2013 10:00 PM - 10/12/2013 4:00 PM</title><description>Legend has it that Ethan Allen and his brother Ira argued over who was the better woodsman, they settled the matter by having a race from Bennington to Burlington. Ethan, being big and burly, barreled straight through all natural obstacles. Ira, using his woodsmen skills used a longer, but more developed route. Reportedly they both arrived at the same time and celebrated their tie together. Come to the Ethan Allen Homestead Museum on Saturday, October 12th from 10 a.m.- 4p.m. to learn some of the skills that Ethan and Ira would have needed. This event is much more than demonstrations, all participants will get an opportunity to actually perform various tasks like lighting a fire using flint and steel,  land navigation, military skills, finding resources on the land, and much more! In addition to a whole lot of educational fun, all participants will win a prize! </description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2714</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2013 12:49:09 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>31st Annual Quilt Show - "Inspired by Color" 10/19/2013 10:00 AM - 10/20/2013 </title><description>Please join us for a spectacular display of judged and non-judged quilts, theme challenge quilts, demonstrations, and special exhibits including: Quilts of Valor, Friendship Quilts, and Vermont Landscape Quilts. We will feature a wide variety of quilting related products and services, handmade crafts for sale, gorgeous raffle quilt, raffle baskets and a popular scavenger hunt for children.  Refreshments are available on site.   Saturday 10-5; Sunday 10-4.</description><link>http://www.vermont.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=2810</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2013 12:35:38 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>