Arts/ Music

Artful Word: Speaking to the Abenaki Gathering 11/11/2011

Abenaki artisans perform their crafts as well as displays of culture from traditional music to film screenings. Video produced by James Gero.

What's Happening at Vibesville? Episode #3 11/07/2011

This week featuring Trevor Ayel, Ero, Peter Bixby, Cooper, Mickey Western, Lissy Parrish, Charlie MessingPatrick DiGiovani, Ian Koeller, Sharkie, Wyatt, Marty Gil, and Steph Pappas. For more info, please email website@stephpappas.com.

Artful Word: Diwali Night 2011 at UVM Davis Center 11/05/2011

A video by community producer James Gero. Diwali, or Deepavali, or "Festival of Lights", is the biggest Indian Hindu festival that symbolizes the triumph of good over evil. In north India, according to the legend, Lord Rama slew his wife Sita's kidnapper, the demon King Ravana, during his exile. The festival is celebrated to mark the return of Lord Rama to his kingdom of Ayodhya. The streets through which he returned to his palace were lit with 'diyas' or small earthen lamps.In south India, according to the legend, it was the day Lord Sri Krishna defeated the demon king Narakasura. Even to this day, every home in India is illuminated with diyas during Diwali. Lakhsmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity, is also worshipped during Diwali. To welcome Lakshmi, people decorate their home entrances with 'rangolis', which are exquisite designs made with colors and flowers. A dazzling display of fireworks decorate the night skies, signifying the eventual victory of light over darkness. This festival is celebrated by one and all and is the true portrayal of the richness and vibrancy of Indian Hindu culture.

Common Good Vermont: John Killacky on Challenges Facing the Arts & Lessons in Leadership 11/02/2011

Common Good Vermont's Lauren-Glenn Davitian speaks John Killacky, Executive Director of the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts on raising funds in tough times, lessons in leadership, rethinking the arts and the blessings of mucking pony stalls.

What's Happening at Vibesville? Episode #2 10/31/2011

Steph Pappas - guitar/vocals, Ero Lippold - keyboards/vocals, Peter Bixby - bass, Cpper - druma, Lissy - Guitar. For more info, please email website@stephpappas.com.

Artful Word: Tibetan Heritage Festival 10/29/2011

The annual Tibet Festival, organized by the Tibetan Association of Vermont, invites you to experience the culture of Tibet. Highlights of the day long festival include: Tibetan food, Tibetan and Himalayan crafts, Tibetan song and dance performances, crafts for kids, and cultural, historical and political interactive exhibits. For more information, please visit Tibetan Association of Vermont.

What's Happaning at Vibesville? Episode #1 10/24/2011

Steph Pappas - guitar/vocals, Ero Lippold - keyboards/vocals, Peter Bixby - bass, Cpper - druma, Lissy - Guitar. For more info, please email website@stephpappas.com.

Burlington Mayor's Press Conference: Burlington City Hall 'Prevent Lead Poisoning' Poster Contest 10/11/2011

Lead poisoning is one of the most significant environmental health hazards affecting children in the United States. It is especially critical to address lead safety in areas with older housing stock, such as Vermont and Burlington. In an effort to inform and engage community children (ages 7-8) and their families, the Burlington Lead Program (BLP) has partnered with the Boys and Girls Club of Burlington to educate kids about lead and lead poisoning. Education activities concluded with the children participating in an art contest that coincides with National Lead Poisoning Prevention month. About the Burlington Lead Program: The Community and Economic Development Office’s (CEDO) Burlington Lead Program is “dedicated to the prevention of childhood lead poisoning by reducing lead paint hazards and increasing awareness about the dangers posed by lead.” Find out more at: www.cedoburlington.org/housing/programs_and_services/lead_paint/lead_program_main.htm.

Common Good Vermont: Vermont Cultural Data Project 10/07/2011

Common Good Vermont's Lauren-Glenn Davitian speaks with Alex Aldrich, Executive Director of the Vermont Arts Council about the Vermont Cultural Data Project. Part of a national initiative, the databank helps cultural organizations to track and measure their activities. The Vermont Cultural Data Project (Vermont CDP) is a powerful online management system designed to strengthen the arts and cultural sector. Now operating in 11 states and DC, the CDP is an emerging national standard that gathers reliable, longitudinal data on arts and cultural organizations.

The project is also supported by Pew Charitable Trusts, The Vermont Community Foundation and The Kresge Foundation. Read more here.

Artful Word: 150 Year Celebration of Rabindranath Tagore 10/01/2011

Community producer James Gero's video on Chitrangada: A Dance-Drama by Rabindranath Tagore. This dance-drama will be performed by a troupe of nine talented dancers from the wider Burlington area, in celebration of Tagore's 150th birthday. It tells the story of a Himalayan warrior-princess who must choose between the object of her affections and her destiny as protector of her people against an enemy invasion. The drama explores universal issues of feminism and equality.

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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!