http://www.myspace.com/tallahasseeband

I’m not going to bother endorsing this band…because 7Days did it for me…and given the fact that they have a lot less self-interest going, their opinion ought to hold some weight:

The Shop ‘N Dine Discount:

In the spirit of shopping locally this holiday season, drop into any of these lovely locales and pickup a coupon for 15% your next order of crepes at the Skinny Pancake:

Montpelier: Onion River Sports, Salaam, Capitol Kitchen, The Men’s Store, The Book Garden
Burlington: Outdoor Gear Exchange, Salaam, Dedalus, Bennington Potters, Common Threads, Sweet Lady Jane & Whim

Thanks so much to our pals at all these great shops

for joining us in this cross promotion!

Come into the Chubby Muffin, buy two $10 gift certificates and get a free Quickie & Coffee or 100% Local Beef Hamburger!

$25 Prix-Fixe Dinner for Two:

Two soups or any choice of 1 group munchie
Your choice of two savory classics*
Your choice of one of a selection of dessert crepes.
Available Sunday – Wednesday 3 pm – Closing
*excluding Localvore’s Dream
**Not combinable with other offers

And finally…

Starting soon, the Chubby Muffin will be displaying crafts, clothing & art from local makers, movers & shakers with a specfically affordable bent.  The roster is still growing, but we so far we know we’ve got New Duds & Wink Apparel’s “Love My Muffin Top” American Apparel Organic Undies! More to come…drop in and check it out!

Reefer Madness, the Musical
December 2 – 4, Waitsfield

Consider Reefer Madness, the Musical in Waitsfield. This is the last of their three weekend run!!! I had the great fortune of watching a sibling perform in this masterpiece two years ago. It is outrageously funny!!! More info here: www.valleyplayers.com/

Got local food?
Remember…the Burlington & Montpelier winter farmer’s markets happen every two weeks…

Saturday, 12.04.10
The Capital City Farmer’s Market
10 am – 2 pm in the Montpelier Highschool Gym
www.montpelierfarmersmarket.com/

Winter’s Farmer’s Market (Burlington)
10 am – 2 pm, Memorial Auditorium
www.burlingtonfarmersmarket.org/

Got local gifts?

The Moretown Artisans’ Fair
December 11th (10 – 4) & 12th (11 -4)
http://moretownartisan.com/

“Brought to you by the same cool kids behind SIPtemberfest, the Best Local Holiday Sale around is back! December 11 & 12 at the Moretown Town Hall. Get quality crafts that make awesome holiday gifts for abosolutely everyone you know AND support your local artisans AND tell SANTA how good you’ve been this year! Win/Win/Win!” More info here: http://moretownartisan.com/

A word from the artist:

My work represents a combination of two and three-dimensional installation works, in both site-specific and non-specific locations. All of the pieces that follow have been designed for the space they are seen photographed in and were only in existence during a planned, short-term exhibition. Not only do these works emphasize an interest in scale, materials, and invite viewer interaction, they also focus on the more constructive ideas of space and the elements and principles of design. My interest lies in space and being able to create, plan, and execute an idea or design a piece to change ones interpretation and expectations of spaces. Each piece is installed with the intention to persuade viewers to look beyond ones immediate and most likely realistic and functional spaces and replace the familiar with notions of possibility and seamless change. In using color, repetition, and texture, I have developed a personal language in design, which I hope, when installed, offers a brighter experience of a space, than when not. —

and…HAPPY EARTH DAY!!! There’s a bunch of good stuff going on, so I’m just going to launch into it:

First: in the name of Earth Day, please mark your calendar for the 40th Annual Green-Up Day, Saturday May 1st. This statewide effort is a beautiful example of civic participation…come join the fun!!! Much more info at www.greenupvermont.org/.

Now, on to a number of great events happening this week:

1. Earth Day Celebration (Montpelier): Hunger Mountain Co-op hosts their annual Earth Day celebration today. Meet the people who make your environmentally friendly products, Take away free samples, Raffles, Great food demos, Coop canvas bag giveaways! Kids will get a chance to plant their own seedlings at the kids gardening table. For more information, please contact Krystal 223-8004 x 202.

2. Take a Walk on the Wild Side: Edible & Medicinal Wild Plants of the Intervale (Burlington): City Market invites you to join naturalist, herbalist, and registered dietitian Melanie Putz Brotz for a Wild Plant Treasure Hunt in the Intervale. There are so many amazing edible and medicinal plants growing in this region; come join the adventure. Participants in this workshop traditionally uncover many delectable surprises, from Wild Pheasant Back mushrooms to Stinging Nettles, Burdock Root, Lambs Quarters, and invasively prolific and delicious Garlic Mustard Greens. Meet at the small parking lot on the right after the dirt road begins, by the entrance to the Rena Caulkins trail. Sign up at the Customer Service desk. Free.

3. Art Walk (Montpelier): Montpelier hosts the annual spring Art Walk on Friday, April 23rd from 4 to 8 pm. Pick up a guide (available at the Skinny Pancake and other participating venues) for a list of exhibits, free artist receptions, and events. The Skinny Pancake hosts artist Christa Manns exhibit “She Falls to Pieces”, a mixed media display of collage, black and white photography and oil paintings.

4. Tree Planting (Burlington): this Sunday, the Skinny Pancake will join forces with Grow Team ONE and Shelburne Orchards to plant two apple trees at the Riverside Community Garden. We will be planting a Cortland and a McIntosh, both about three years old.

A bit about these trees: Every McIntosh apple has a direct lineage to a single tree discovered in 1811 by John McIntosh on his farm in Dundela, a hamlet in Dundas County, Ontario, Canada. He discovered the tree as one of several apple seedlings while clearing a farm which he had just purchased. The Cortland is red with some yellow spots.  This all-purpose apple was developed at the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station in Geneva, New York in 1898. The apple was named after nearby Cortland County, New York.  As a result of crossing a McIntosh and a Ben Davis apple, the flavor is a bit sweeter than McIntosh and it’s considered to be a wonderful dessert apple.

Folks…we’re in the heart of foraged fiddlehead & ramp season…get ‘em while you can, ‘cuz supplies won’t last!!!

Ramp It Up Lasagna (Burlington): Lasagna inspired layering of locally foraged Fiddleheads and Native Wild Mushrooms blended with a house made Ramp Pesto Ricotta and tied together with a béchamel sauce. Served with our classic side salad. $10.50

Music this week at the Skinny Pancake:

First, a quick plug for a hot show tonight in Montpelier:

The Low Anthem on TODAY at the Bethany Church. Doors open 6:30 p.m and show begins at 7:30p.m. The show is open to all ages and is $13 in advance or $15 for the day of the show. Order tickets online or by calling 510-888-7409.  Tickets on sale now at Burlington Records or at http://nekmf.frontgatetickets.com.

The Low Anthem are one of the most dynamic, up and coming new-folk bands worldwide, coming off sold out shows across Europe, The Newport Folk Festival, Bonnaroo, and a recent appearance on the David Letterman Show. The church sanctuary where the show will take place has excellent acoustics and an austere atmosphere that is perfect for The Low Anthem’s exquisite music.

Now, onto music at the SP in Burlington:

Thursday, 04.22.10
The Sleepwells (Indi-Folk-Rock)
***$5 suggested donation
www.myspace.com/thesleepwellsmusic

Friday, 04.23.10
The Points North (folk)
***$5 suggested donation
www.myspace.com/thepointsnorth

Boston-based band The Points North www.myspace.com/thepointsnorth bring their creative acoustic folk to Vermont. Soulful vocals meld beautifully with flute, strings, accordion, tamborine. The Points North compose hushed minimalist New England-inspired folk songs, delivering a twenty-first century take on traditionalist country folk songs.

Boston Globe- “By turns somber and joyous, sturdy and delicate, this debut was a folk feast fashioned by the campfire and drawn from hearth-warmed living rooms. A tapestry of piano, mandolin, and wintry atmospheres made this one of ’09’s most enigmatic local releases.”

Call it Folk- “[The Points North] isn’t folk pop, or twangy sounding acoustic guitars with soundhole pickups, played unknowingly, by singer-songwriters singing banal little nothings about themselves. These songs are socially relevant to our times and speak to issues not often tackled by the progressive arts community…contrary to what the old timers think of as in-your-face protest music. This is more musically satisfying…a hauntingly brilliant performance.”

Performer Magazine- “[The Points North's] sound is cohesive and their vision of creating pure, traditional folk music is apparent. Light, beautiful vocals by Regina Peterson are grounded by Chris Alspach’s and Dylan Clark’s steady leads. Their instrumental arrangements – haunting mandolin, resonating bass drum, tambourine, occasional foot stomping and ethereal flute – flow together, weaving an intricate pattern of phonetic and auditory story telling.”

Saturday, 04.24.10
Birch Bones (acoustic/folk)
David Rhynhart (modern folk/americana)
***$5 suggested donation
http://www.davidrynhart.com
http://www.myspace.com/birchbonesband

Former Burlington resident (and short-term housemate of mine), David Rynhart returns!!! It’s been a few years since David departed for the West. But from ’06-’08, he was a jewel of talent for the Burlington music scene….David was a regular at open mics, coffee shops & stages. A uniquely talented instrumentalist, I often felt David was in a league by himself. Come & help us fill the room & welcome him back to VT this Saturday.

In the pipeline…

Thursday, 04.29.10
Mandarax (formerly known as the Harrison Shulman Quintet) (jazz)
***$5 suggested donation

Friday, 04.30.10
Slick Martha’s Hot Club (gypsy jazz)
***$5 suggested donation
www.facebook.com/video/video.php

Saturday, 05.01.10
Patrick Coman (singer/songwriter)
***$5 suggested donation
www.myspace.com/patrickcoman

tomorrow (Thursday, 02.25.10) marks the start of a new tradition…the Farm to Fork Film Series debuts at 7 pm at the Montpelier Mini-Skinny, 89 Main St.

Here’s the scoop: there are a slew of great localvore films out there…but nobody is actively airing them and its not likely that you’re going to go out and buy them. SO…we thought we’d help spread the good word and generate conversation in the process. Thus, we will be showing one or more “Localvoriented” films on the final Thursday of each month starting tomorrow!!!

Locavore, Local Diet, Healthy Planet new documentary about the inevitable return to the local diet. Less than a generation ago human beings worldwide traveled less than 10 miles to obtain the majority of the food they ate. Today the average conventionally grown vegetable has traveled more than 1500 miles by the time it has reached your pantry. Our food today is over processed, stale, and lacks nutrition. This new film, featuring some of the neo-pioneers of the Locavore movement will educate, inspire, and revitalize bringing health to our bodies AND our communities.

February Thaw (Burlington): BBQ Misty Knoll Chicken, our new and improved Rookies Root beer BBQ Sauce, Cabot Cheddar, on a Butterworks Cornmeal Crepe. $9.00.

This week in music at the Skinny Pancake:

Thursday, 02.25.10
Mohanty-Krag Duo (Jazz)
***$5 suggested donation
www.myspace.com/katemohantysax
www.myspace.com/peterkrag
http://www.myspace.com/themohantykragduo

Saturday, 02.27.10
Shane Hardiman Trio (Jazzin’ up Mardi-Gras)
***$5 suggested donation

Shane…friend of Burlington. Please accept my apologies for burying your plug beneath the art above. Well…at least it was for a good cause.

For the uninformed: Shane Hardiman is a staple in the Burlington jazz scene. He’s an eminently talented pianist and a very understated guy. Take, for example, the fact that he does not have a myspace page and this is the only photo I could find of him on the internet. Thanks for keeping it real, Shane.

Thursday, 03.04.10
Phineas Gage (acoustic/bluegrass)
***$5 suggested donation
www.reverbnation.com/phineasgage

Friday, 03.05.10
Jim Seem & Melissa Hyman (R&B/Soul/Acoustic/Bedroom Pop)
***$5 suggested donation
www.reverbnation.com/jimseemandmelissahyman

Saturday, 03.06.10
Holy Ghost Tent Revival (Dirty Jazz/Thrash-Grass/Roots)
***$5 suggested donation
www.myspace.com/hgtr

Sueno & the Skinny Pancake crew are rolling out on the streets of Burlington for the 15th annual Magic Hat Mardi Gras Parade. Pancaker Kelly Coons is busy clearing, detailing, and funking-out Sueno in full Fat Tuesday style for Saturday’s Mardi Gras celebration. Raucous revelers can look forward to catching moonpies & the scent of french fries when Sueno & the Skinny Crew pass through.

Sueno at '09 MRG SIPtember Fest

A former school bus salvaged & converted into a bio diesel vehicle by Benjy Adler, Sueno is a steadfast partner in Skinny Pancake capers— serving mainly as chief mobile crepe unit, festival tour bus, & dutiful winter storage.  When not parked in Burlington’s Old North End, Sueno can be found at regional music fests, beer tastings, and foodie events.

The Art of Sueno

You can’t miss this beast of a bus with the brightly spray painted exterior–which even captured the attention of artist Don Shall, who paid homage to Sueno’s metal beauty in this digitally produced piece o’ art. Nice!

Not only is Sueno eye-catching AND utilitarian, but also a really fun ride–just our kind of thing. With spring nearing, we’ve got many crepe makin’ adventures ahead. We’ll keep you posted—and be sure to keep an eye out for Sueno at great local events near you!!

well, the Skinny didn’t write itself last week. There were fits & starts, technical obstacles, unanticipated tasks and ultimately other priorities. The good news is that this publication is free.

Having said that, let’s get right into it:

Main Street Landing Presents…

Green Drinks is TODAY, Tuesday, February 23rd from 6 pm to 8 pm in the Lake Lobby of Main Street Landing.

Please spread the word: bring your friends, relatives, neighbors, colleagues, connections, teammates, partners…the more the merrier!!! The Lake Lobby has a capacity of 220 people…that’s alot of connections to be made!!! Speaking of connections, you can join the Burlington Green Drinks facebook page here.

As always, there are 100 pints of Wolaver’s Organic Ale generously provided by the sponsors & awaiting your thirsty conversations. Of course, there is also free food.

This month’s sponsor: NOFA-VT (www.nofavt.org/): While they hardly requires a formal introduction, below is a bit of boilerplate about our buddies at NOFA-VT. We strongly encourage you to come out and meet them in person as their passion for VT agriculture is infectious and comes across even better in person than in print…

“NOFA Vermont was founded in Putney in 1971, making it one of the oldest organic farming associations in the United States. Today, we are proud to have over 1200 members throughout the state and to certify over 525 farms and processors to the USDA National Organic Program Standards. We are passionate about increasing the acreage of certified organic land in Vermont while also increasing the access of local organic food to all Vermonters. All our programs strives to meet these goals, whether it involves working with schools to bring local foods into the cafeteria or providing business planning services to farmers to ensure their businesses stay viable. Whether you are a Vermonter who gardens, farms, eats local food, or enjoys our rural communities, NOFA Vermont welcomes you.”

Appreciation is very due for our sustaining sponsors:

Green Drinks Burlington loves Seven Days (www.7dvt.com) for their sustaining support & help in getting the word out!!!

Wolaver’s Organic Ales (www.ottercreekbrewing.com/wolavers.html): One of the nation’s original certified organic breweries, Wolaver’s is committed to producing the best beer in the most ecologically sound way. Our craft ales are brewed using the finest organic malts, hops, our special house yeast and pure Vermont water.

The Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce (www.vermont.org/): if it were not for the Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce, this monthly meet-up would be lucky to have half the turnout it has each month. Thanks to all the hard-workin’ folks over at LCRCOC!!!

February Thaw (Burlington): BBQ Misty Knoll Chicken, our new and improved Rookies Root beer BBQ Sauce, Cabot Cheddar, on a Butterworks Cornmeal Crepe. $9.00.

Locavore, Local Diet, Healthy Planet new documentary about the inevitable return to the local diet. Less than a generation ago human beings worldwide traveled less than 10 miles to obtain the majority of the food they ate. Today the average conventionally grown vegetable has traveled more than 1500 miles by the time it has reached your pantry. Our food today is over processed, stale, and lacks nutrition. This new film, featuring some of the neo-pioneers of the Locavore movement will educate, inspire, and revitalize bringing health to our bodies AND our communities.

This week in music at the Skinny Pancake:

Thursday, 02.25.10
Mohanty-Krag Duo (Jazz)
***$5 suggested donation
www.myspace.com/katemohantysax
www.myspace.com/peterkrag
http://www.myspace.com/themohantykragduo

Saturday, 02.27.10
Shane Hardiman Trio (Jazzin’ up Mardi-Gras)
***$5 suggested donation

Shane…friend of Burlington. Please accept my apologies for burying your plug beneath the art above. Well…at least it was for a good cause.

For the uninformed: Shane Hardiman is a staple in the Burlington jazz scene. He’s an eminently talented pianist and a very understated guy. Take, for example, the fact that he does not have a myspace page and this is the only photo I could find of him on the internet. Thanks for keeping it real, Shane.

Thursday, 03.04.10
Phineas Gage (acoustic/bluegrass)
***$5 suggested donation
www.reverbnation.com/phineasgage

Friday, 03.05.10
Jim Seem & Melissa Hyman (R&B/Soul/Acoustic/Bedroom Pop)
***$5 suggested donation
www.reverbnation.com/jimseemandmelissahyman

Saturday, 03.06.10
Holy Ghost Tent Revival (Dirty Jazz/Thrash-Grass/Roots)
***$5 suggested donation
www.myspace.com/hgtr

Howdy friends,

many of the changes we’ve alluded to will become apparent in the next few months. One of the focal points for this planning has been to increase our “localvorientation” to a flat-out remarkable degree. While we have picked much of the low-hanging fruit already, there is still plenty to glean.

This effort spans a wide range of initiatives including our second annual food forecast, which we will share with our farmer-friends to guarantee our demand for the food they grow.

We have also resolved to host more “localvoriented events.” Last week we unveiled “Green Drinks” in Montpelier. Starting in late February, we will be hosting a Farm to Fork Film Series. In the most immediate future:

We cordially invite you to an evening with Vermont wine producer Lincoln Peak Vineyards & Vermont cheese producer The Cellars at Jasper Hill.

WITH SPECIAL GUESTS:

Zoe Brickley, Monger at Large, Cellar at Jasper Hill.
Vintner Chris Granstrom from Lincoln Peak.

Chris & Zoe will present the selections & discuss the art of crafting wine & cheese in Vermont as we sample pairings of these local cheeses and wines.

Did you know:

• Lincoln Peak Wine recently won FIVE awards at an international wine competition, including “Best in Show” Red Wine?!
• The Cellars at Jasper Hill is a collaborative space of 22,000 sq ft, storing artisan cheese from multiple producers throughout the state.
• JASPER HILL WILL BE DEBUTING A NEW CHEESE THEY MADE ON CHRISTMAS DAY, 2009. Come be amongst the first to try it!!!
  

Come learn much much more!!! This event will be held on Monday January 25, 2010 from 6:00p.m. to 8:00 pm at The Skinny Pancake, 89 Main Street Montpelier. $30.00 Per Person, does not include tax. To Reserve: call us at 802.262.CAKE or emailjeremy@skinnypancake.com.

PS: here’s the facebook invite: www.facebook.com/profile.php

Specials this week at the Skinny Pancake:

In the spirit of “Eating locally, thinking globally” and “Consumer Power”, the Skinny Pancake has a plan to raise money for Haiti:

We considered a one-day benefit, but struggled with the thought of a one-off effort paired with this long-term Haitian crisis. Thus, we are currently working on developing a series of “Haitian Crepes” based on traditional Haitian recipes, using local Vermont ingredients wherever possible. We plan to run these specials for at least a month and donate 10% of every sale of the “Haitian Crepe” to relief efforts.

In full disclosure, we have not determined the relief organization with the most bang-for-the-buck…if you have a suggestion, we’re all ears. Please note that this idea just “hatched” yesterday, so the crepe won’t be available until the weekend or possibly early next week….we’ll mention it again, promise

In the meantime, the following are the light-hearted specials we’ve concocted for the week:

Fudd’s Fantasy (Burlington): New Zealand White Rabbit from Fresh Tracks Farm, Pete’s Kohlrabi, Vt Butter and Cheese Chevre, Champlain Orchards Macintosh Apples wrapped in a Savory Crepe. $10.00

La Vida Local (Montpelier): Misty Knoll Turkey Chili, Cabot Cheddar, and Screaming Ridge Spinach wrapped in a Gleason’s Whole Wheat Crepe. $9.00

Main Street Landing Presents…
Burlington Green Drinks 2010:

Burlington Green Drinks is next Tuesday, January 26th from 6 pm to 8 pm in the Lake Lobby here at Main Street Landing. This month’s sponsor will beThe Vermont Natural Resources Council(www.vnrc.org/).

As always, there will be 100 pints of cold Wolaver’s Organic Ales at no cost to you!!! Of course, there will also be a nice spread of free food available too. Add to that the friendly folks that come out each month…and we’ll see you there.

About the VNRC: For over forty years, VNRC has been Vermont’s leader in protecting and restoring our natural resources. By building coalitions, working together, and offering common sense solutions, VNRC has set the standard for an approach to environmental protection that endures.  VNRC is the Vermont affiliate of the National Wildlife Federation.

From the State House to your Town Hall, VNRC keeps Vermonters informed on the environmental issues that you and your family care most about. We keep a constant presence in the Vermont State House to promote a vision of a Vermont that is healthy and sustainable. We empower our members to take action when the voice of concerned citizens is needed to make a difference. Some of the important issues VNRC focuses on include: clean water, healthy forests, clean air, sustainable communities & energy.

Appreciation is due for our sustaining sponsors:

Green Drinks Burlington loves Seven Days (www.7dvt.com) for their sustaining support & help in getting the word out!!!

Wolaver’s Organic Ales (www.ottercreekbrewing.com/wolavers.html):One of the nation’s original certified organic breweries, Wolaver’s is committed to producing the best beer in the most ecologically sound way. Our craft ales are brewed using the finest organic malts, hops, our special house yeast and pure Vermont water.

The Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce (www.vermont.org/): if it were not for the Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce, this monthly meet-up would be lucky to have half the turnout it has each month. Thanks to all the hard-workin’ folks over at LCRCOC!!!

Music this week at the SP:

Thursday, 01.21.10
Local Folks Series
www.kevgreenblottmusic.com/
www.myspace.com/jonahsalzman
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Charlie-Messing-Duo/114148339847

Introducing the Local Folks Series, a winter music session in three parts on third Thursdays: January 21, February 18, & March 18.

Thankfully, there is a large pool of local music out there…which is nice, since we’ve kinda got a penchant for doing things local. In homage to those who persistently pursue their passion for performing music, we introduce the first session of the Local Folks Series: three acoustic acts from the 802 will rotate within the night, performing their favorite tunes. Genres range from Americana and Classic Folk to Blues and Old time.

The featured line-up (in order of appearance) on Thursday Jan 21st: Kev Greenblott (duo) www.kevgreenblottmusic.com/, Jonah Salzmanwww.myspace.com/jonahsalzman, Charlie Messing (duo)http://www.facebook.com/pages/Charlie-Messing-Duo/114148339847.

Friday, 01.22.10
Pat McDermott & Kyle Toomey
***$5 suggested donation
www.myspace.com/thedaysweight

Returning to the ‘Cake on Friday are Patrick McDermott  and Kyle Toomey. These guys last performed at the ‘Cake with their Alt/Rock band The Day’s Weight. Friday night they return to their roots in a duo acoustic performance.

The mysterious McDermott…strong voice, unique self styled sound, take a listen: www.myspace.com/patrickjmcdermott or watch:http://pjmcdermott.tumblr.com/. Legend has it that Pat is the son of Chuck Mcdermott, who backed–among others–John Stewart. Chuck’s first studio record with John was the 1982 “blondes.” That said, we’re here to talk about Pat, not Chuck…and word on the street is that Pat is a talented musician. Indeed, his recordings sound promising.

Their website relays these two long-time friends have been playing music together since middle school and began writing and recording original music during the summer of 2006.Their music “mixes the various influences of it’s founding fathers including Country, Folk, Americana and good old Rock & Roll. Their live performances showcase an array of musical techniques including Patrick and Kyle’s vocal harmonies, acoustic and electric guitar sounds, as well as Patrick’s often inventive and searing guitar solos.”

Saturday, 01.23.10
Jim Osborne
***$5 suggested donation
www.moosebearbuffalo.com/

We warmly welcome back to the Cake stage Jim Osborn an independent songwriter who captivates the room with his very fine folk. Jim’s original songs showcase his bright voice accompanied by bold, edgy guitar playing.

From his site, www.moosebearbuffalo.com/,  “Jim learned to perform, sing, and write while playing with rock trio The Nuclear Suite for several years, opening for such acts as Badfish and Joshua James”…his first album has “notable country and folk influences with a fresh balance between candid humor and cathartic poetry…Responding to the success met by his solo outings, Jim recorded The Northerners in the twilight of winter 2009. Continuing to grow in both skill and stature, Jim has expanded his sights throughout the northeast and welcomes all opportunities to sing, explore, and love in the infinite world ahead.”

A recent article in The Cynic reports, “Thematically, Osborn tends to focus on his personal life — his songs reflect moments in his life that changed his world outlook, and thus ultimately his musical style.” To read more go to, http://www.vermontcynic.com/arts/singer-strums-personal-1.2114896 and come down Saturday night to catch Jim live.

Opening is UVM student Taylor Morse. An evening of fine folk, not to be missed. Taylor on Taylor, “I’m from right outside of (and for all reasonable purposes from) Chicago, IL, though living and going to school in Burlington at the moment. I’ve been writing songs for as long as I can remember although I only started performing last year. My brothers introduced me to music when I just a babe, them being 8 and 11 years older than me, giving me my first album: Tommy. The last album I bought was Townes Van Zandt Live at the Old Quarter. I’m very much a fan of the blues and old ‘outlaw’ country, if you will. My influences stem from bluegrass, Americana folk, and mid 20th century rock and roll.”

Thursday, 01.28.10
The Wiley Dobbs Duo (acoustic/newgrass/gypsy)
***$5 suggested donation
www.wileydobbs.com

Friday, 01.29.10
The Willoughby’s (americana)
***$5 suggested donation
www.myspace.com/thewilloughbys

Saturday, 01.30.10
Let’s Whisper (indi/pop/acoustic)
***$5 suggested donation
http://www.myspace.com/letswhispermusic

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well, I must admit: I’m excited to start this new year! We have a lot of “new beginnings” in 2010. For starters, we will begin hosting Green Drinks in Montpelier on the second Tuesday of each month. The first one will be this Tuesday, January 12th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the “Mini-Skinny”, 89 Main St. There will be 50 drinks available at no cost to you, courtesy of our sponsors.

Sponsors? Yup! Each month, Green Drinks Montpelier will have a different monthly sponsor from the Environmental Collaborative for each month of 2010. We will also have ongoing support from the Green Drinks sustaining sponsor, Seven Days (www.7dvt.com/)

This month’s sponsor will be the Vermont League of Conservation Voters (www.vlcv.org/): “The Vermont League of Conservation Voters (VLCV) serves as the non-partisan political voice of the state’s environmental community. VLCV seeks to make environmental protection a top priority for elected officials, candidates and voters.” Come learn more about the VLCV and enjoy a drink on our sponsors at Green Drinks Montpelier this Tuesday, January 12th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the “Mini-Skinny”, 89 Main St. While you’re at it, you can meet, mingle & network with other environmentally minded folks who just happen to like beer too…

Oh yeah…come visit us on one of the three Tuesdays following Green Drinks Montpelier each month between 6-8 pm and we will donate 5% of your purchase towards the monthly sponsor!!!

Specials at the SP this week…

Sass-Squash (Montpelier): Curried Pete’s Organic Squash with Champlain Orchard Apples, VT Chevre, and Organic Baby Spinach in a Gleason’s Whole Wheat Crepe. $8.50

Cabin Fever Reliever (Burlington): Lemon infused Crepe with 2 scoops of Wilcox Vanilla Ice Cream drizzled with house made Raspberry Coulis Sauce and topped with Cabot whipped cream. $9.00

Ken Meter in Vermont:

Ok, I’ll admit it: I don’t know much about this guy. But he is holding three events in the area this week and there have been a number of emails ping-ponging & plugging him…so why not join the club…

What I do know about him: “Ken Meter is one of the most experienced food systems analysts in the United States. He consults with food initiatives in 45 regions in 20 states and also manages the national review panels for USDA’s Community Food Projects Grant.”

THE EVENTS:

“Evaluating Local Food Systems,” A brown bag lecture by Ken Meter. Thursday, 01.07.10, Noon to 1:30 p.m. UVM, Jost Foundation Room, Davis Center Room 422, UVM Campus. More info: Rachel Schattman, rschattm@uvm.edu or 802-656-9140.

NOFA-VT Direct Marketing Conference: Saturday January 9, 2010 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.  South Royalton, VT. NOFA Vermont holds an annual Direct Marketing Conference to provide a networking and educational opportunity for farmers market managers and vendors and farmers marketing through Community Supported Agriculture and farm stands. This year Ken Meter is the conference keynote speaker and, in addition to excellent in-depth marketing workshops, we will host roundtable and networking sessions. For more information and to register, visit www.nofavt.org/annual-events/direct-marketing-conference or call 802-434-4122.

“Building Resilience and Recovery through Regional Foods.” Thursday, January 7th, 7 pm. Vermont College of Fine Arts Chapel (off College Street, upstairs from the Wood Art Gallery), Montpelier. “Ken Meter will discuss how local food networks thrive, how local officials can help strengthen economies, and how regionally-grown foods can help reduce public health costs. His recent study of the Minnesota Food Economy, “Mapping the Minnesota Food Industry,” found that community-based food businesses build a more resilient future by forming strong relationships of trust.”

Still reading? Maybe you’re wondering about the plural in “new beginnings” I wrote about up top?

Well, there is a localvore wine & cheese pairing in the works as well as plans to start a monthly screening of local food documentaries. We’re also developing our second annual food forecast based on an audit of all the food we purchased in the prior year. It is our hope and intention that we will be better able to use this forecast in 2010 to offer reliable demand (and orders) for local farmers. Of course, that’s not all…we’ve got a BIG project developing in Burlington…but since I want you to keep reading “the Skinny,” we’re going to keep this cliffhanger hanging…

MUSIC THIS WEEK AT THE ’CAKE:

Thursday, 01.07.09
Abbie Barrett (Indie/Folk/Rock-Pop)
***$5 suggested donation)
www.myspace.com/abbiebarrett

Jazz on Saturday night with the Harrison Shulman Quartet.  The HSQ features Harrison Shulman on guitar, Phil Zuckerman on bass, Jordan Lewis on piano, and Brian Reid on drums. Coming from the UVM jazz department, the group has been playing a wide range of both standards, and originals in the Burlington area.

Thursday, 01.13.10
Nicole Carey (indi/folk)
***$5 suggested donation
www.myspace.com/nicoleerincarey

Friday, 01.14.10
Sarah Wallis (Pop/acoustic/indi)
www.myspace.com/sarahwallis
Greta Frost (Soul/Blues/Electronica)
www.myspace.com/gretafrost
***$5 suggested donation

Saturday, 01.15.10
Maryse Smith & Seth Gallant (Indie/Folk/Americana)
***$5 suggested donation
www.myspace.com/marysesmith
www.myspace.com/sethgallant