Happenings Calendar
Thursday, May 29-Sunday, June 8

Calendar submissions should arrive at least one week in advance of the intended publication date. Mail entries to The Herald of Randolph, P.O. Box 309, Randolph, VT, 05060; or fax them to 728-9275 or to news@ourherald.com.

Thursday, May 29

•Bingo Night. 6:30 p.m., Royalton Academy Building, Rte. 14, Royalton. Info: Judy at 763-7443.

Friday, May 30

•Nathan Brady Crain. The singer-songwriter and stand-up comedian (and RUHS 1988 alumnus) brings his family-friendly show of acoustic Americana music to the RUHS Murray auditorium at 7 p.m. Tickets at the door.

•Pizza Party for Youth. Pizza, fellowship, and Bible study, 5-7 p.m., Baptist Fellowship, Rte. 66, Randolph. Info: 728-5318.

•Children’s Party. Games, music, Bible study, and snacks, 7-8:30 p.m., Baptist Fellowship, Rte. 66, Randolph. Info: 728-5318.

•Children’s Book Sale. Proceeds benefit Marion Cross School Library, 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Tracy Hall, Norwich. Info: Lisa at 802-649-1906.

•"Ledisi." The 2007 Grammy nominee for best rhythm & blues album, she’s often compared to Ella Fitzgerald, 8 p.m., Flynn Theater, Main St., Burlington. Tickets: 802-863-5966.

Saturday, May 31

•Randolph Farmers Market. Local veggies, flowers, meat, baked goods, jams, jarred items, crafts; 9 a.m.-noon, rain or shine, OSSU field, Central St.

•Randolph Singers. Spring concert featuring Rutter’s "Requiem" and other Rutter renditions, 7 p.m., Baptist Fellowship, Route 66, Randolph. Free will offering. Info: 728-5056.

•Rochester Farmers Market. 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Rochester park, Rte. 100.

•Tai Chi and Qigong. Drop-ins and all levels welcome, 9-10 a.m., Vt. Independent School of the Arts, 7 Stars Ctr., Rte. 14, Sharon. Info: 763-2334.

Saturday, May 31

•Benefit Dinner. Featuring produce from local farms including cheeses, tomatoes, beef and dairy products, proceeds benefit Strafford School-based Health Clinic, seatings at 5 and 6:30 p.m., Barrett Hall, Strafford.

•Children’s Book Sale. "Bag sale," proceeds benefit Marion Cross School Library, 9 a.m.-12 noon, Tracy Hall, Norwich. Info: Lisa at 802-649-1906.

•Joshua Redman Trio. Featuring the jazz saxophonist exploring eastern and western cultures, 8 p.m., Flynn Theater, Main St., Burlington. Tickets: 802-863-5966.

Sunday, June 1

•Mother/Daughter Bellydance Class. With Naima, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Upper Gallery, Chandler Music Hall, Main St., Randolph. Info at 343-3041 or naimabellydance@gmail.com. Also, www.sidewalkbellydance.com.

•Drumming and Dancing. All ages and levels welcome, bring an instrument if you’d like, small donation requested for hall rental, 6-8 p.m., Barrett Hall, South Strafford. Info: Steve at 765-4059.

•Family Friendly Contra Dance. Lula Rose with Nancy Turner calling the dance, 4-6 p.m., with lasagna dinner and silent auction following, Capitol City Grange Hall, Rte. 12, Montpelier. Proceeds benefit Montessori School of Central Vt. Info: 229-1810.

•"Fauré and Nielsen." Pianist Alison Cerutti, violinist Bozena O'Brien, violist Elizabeth Reid, cellist Robert Blais and baritone Simon Chaussé perform, 4 p.m., United Church, Northfield. Suggested donation at the door.

•Funk Tango Quintet. Featuring Cuban saxophonist and clarinetist Paquito D’Rivera, 7 p.m., Flynn Theater, Main St., Burlington. Tickets: 802-863-5966.

Tuesday, June 3

•Bingo Night. 6:30 p.m., White Church on the park, Bethel.

•Japanese Calligraphy and Brush Painting. All levels welcome, ages 10 and older, 4-5 p.m., Vt. Independent School of the Arts, 7 Stars Ctr., Vt. Rte. 14, Sharon. Call 763-2334 to register, drop-ins also welcome.

•Green Mt Civil War Round Table. Author Robert Bonner speaks about his book, "The Soldier’s Pen," 6 p.m., Black Angus Steakhouse, Rte. 4, Quechee. Dinner reservations must be made by Sunday, June 1 at 7 p.m., call Mary at 603-448-3472.

Wednesday, June 4

•Diabetes Support Group. Meets the first Wednesday of each month, 6-7 p.m., conference rooms, Gifford Medical Center, 44 So. Main St., Randolph. Info: 728-2295.

Thursday, June 5

•Toastmasters International. 7:15-9:15 p.m., Maple Leaf Room, Conference Center, Gifford Medical Center, Randolph. Info: Monique at 763-7770.

•"Weavers Helping Weavers." 7-8:30 p.m., White River Craft Ctr, 50 Randolph Ave., Randolph. For info call 728-8912.

•Healing Arts for Women. A group for women who have survived traumatic events, using a variety of art forms, facilitated by Bonny Willett, Patty Akley-Warlick, and Caroline Boeri; 6-7:30 p.m., Markle Room, Gifford Medical Center, Randolph. Info: call SafeArt at 685-3138.

•Bingo Night. 6:30 p.m., Royalton Academy Building, Rte. 14, Royalton. Info: Judy at 763-7443.

Saturday, June 7

•Chicken Barbecue. Sponsored by Bethel Area Rotary Club, begins 11:30 a.m., Bond Auto parking lot, Main St., Bethel.

•Randolph Farmers Market. Local veggies, flowers, meat, baked goods, jams, jarred items, crafts; 9 a.m.-noon, rain or shine, OSSU field, Central St.

•Rochester Farmers Market. 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Rochester park, Rte. 100.

•Kids’ Fishing Derby. Sponsored by Rte. 100 Lions Club, open to ages 1-12, registration begins 8 a.m., fishing from 9-11 a.m., Harvey’s Development Pond, Rochester, Info: Jeff at 767-3800, ext. 229.

•Plant, Book & Bake Sale. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Baxter Memorial Library, Sharon. Proceeds benefit the library.

•Tai Chi and Qigong. Drop-ins and all levels welcome, 9-10 a.m., Vt. Independent School of the Arts, 7 Stars Ctr., Rte. 14, Sharon. Info: 763-2334.

•"Mozart & More!" Gala benefit dessert reception and concert, 7 p.m., Monteverdi Music School & T.W. Wood Gallery & Art Center, College Hall, 36 College St., Montpelier. Info and tickets: 802-229-9000 or 802-828-8743.

•Benefit Yard Sale. Furniture, books, dishes and much more, 8 a.m.-12 noon, United Methodist Church, School St., Lebanon, N.H. Proceeds benefit church and mission trip to Haiti. Info: 603-448-5478.

Sunday, June 8

•Plant, Book & Bake Sale. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Baxter Memorial Library, Sharon. Proceeds benefit the library.

Ongoing Mondays

•Green Mt Cloggers. Weekly practice, 6-8 p.m., The DanceCentre, Forest St., Randolph. Non-profit group, lessons given, new dancers (all ages) welcome. Info: 802-522-2935.

Ongoing Wednesdays

•Line Dancing. All ages and levels, 7-9 p.m., Judd Gym, VTC, Randolph Center. Info: 728-5722.