Local Lowdown

“Thoroughly Modern Milly”

Nov. 11-13, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Make a trip to Vergennes Union High School (VUHS) to see a fantastic musical comedy. Presented by the VUHS Music Department, “Thoroughly Modern Milly” is sure to delight audience members of all ages. Tickets, available at Linda’s Apparel in Vergennes and in the VUHS lobby, are $10 for adults and $8 for high school students and seniors.

Origami workshop

Nov. 12, 3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Looking for a new artistic hobby? Join Barrett Ogden this Friday at the Ilsley Public Library to learn origami! It’s the perfect way to unwind after a long week of class. Decorate your dorm room with the intricate paper creations, or give them to lucky friends. For more information, call (802) 388-4095.

Board game marathon

Nov. 13, 7 a.m. – 9 p.m.

For over 12 hours on Saturday, the Ilsley Public Library will host a board game extravaganza. Participants of all ages are welcome to stop by and give the games their best shot. There will be a raffle with various prizes given away throughout the day as well. If you are interested in volunteering, email Eric at gatheringofthegamers@yahoo.com. Happy gaming!

Craft fair

Nov. 13, 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

With the holiday season approaching, now is the perfect time to pick up some great gifts at the annual craft fair in Bristol. The event, held at Mount Abraham Union High School, benefits Project Graduation 2011. Browse through dozens of hand-crafted items from artists from Vermont and New York, and satisfy your appetite with the homemade lunch and bake sale. There will also be a silent auction and raffle.

Metropolitan Opera showing

Nov. 13, 1 p.m.

The excitement of a big city opera comes to Middlebury! The Town Hall Theater (THT) will screen Donizetti’s “Don Pasquale” live in HD on Saturday afternoon. Relax and enjoy a high-quality performance on the THT’s big screen. Tickets ($10 for students, $22 for general public) are available at the THT box office, online at http://townhalltheater.org or by calling (802) 382-9222. Can’t make this showing? The THT is holding an encore screening on Nov. 15 at 7 p.m.

Jay Parini Reading

Nov. 16, 7 p.m.

Join author and D.E. Axinn Professor of English and Creative Writing, Jay Parini, as he reads from his novel “The Voyages of H.M.,” a story recounting the life and career of Herman Melville. The reading will be held at the Town Hall Theater as part of the Vermont Book Shop Author Series. Admission is free, and there will be a cash bar at the event. Be sure to visit the THT’s website at http://townhalltheater.org for more information.