SATURDAY   
TimeEntertainmentLocationDescription
11am-1pmThe Brevity ThingNest Cafe & BakeryThe Brevity Thing is a labor of love for four very busy and talented musicians. Coming together for a special event in 2014, the band -- featuring Dave Ball (guitar, harp), Jom Hammack (mandolin), Sue Schmidt (drums) and Steve Goldman (upright bass) - realized they had an amazing mixture of immediate friendship and incredible music, and the Brevity Thing was born. Blending together a myriad of musical styles, featuring strong vocal harmonizing, musical spontaneity, choice "cover" songs, and a few wild originals, at a Brevity show you're never quite certain what is going to happen next but it will be fun!
 Lowell ThompsonSalt & Bubbles Wine Bar and MarketThese songs are pure pop, charging along with crashing choruses, guitar countermelody, and surprise changes (spoiler alert: the solo acoustic opener doesn't stay solo or acoustic). They zig-zag away from pigeonhole - the plaintive singer-songwriter tune becomes a caveman-rhythm dirge before taking a honky-tonk turn.
 BarbacoaBarnyard RestaurantSurf-rock
 Storytime & StorywalkEssex Free LibraryCome and enjoy a sweet storytime with Emily, full of apple stories, apple songs, apple rhymes, apple crafts (and maybe even actual apples!). Afterwards, take a moment to meander and enjoy our new storywalk! Storytime will start at 11am on the library lawn. Grab a blanket and join us!
 Halloween Luminary Making & Library Card SignupBrownell LibraryOur Assistant Youth Librarian Erna will be available in the pavilion 11am-1pm to sign people up for library cards and do a craft - luminaries to decorate (1 to take home, 1 to donate to Halloween time outdoor library display....Our Assistant Youth Librarian Erna will be available in the pavilion from 11am-1pm to sign people up for library cards and do a craft - luminaries to decorate (1 to take home, 1 to donate for a Halloween time outdoor library display)
1-3pmThe Smokey Newfield ProjectFirebird Cafe/Village SpaceThe Smokey Newfield Project decided that starting a band was a cheaper way to deal with their mid-life crises than therapy or buying convertibles. After joining forces in 2011 (thanks to their former keyboardist, Denise Puisto), SNP burst onto the local music scene in 2013 playing farmers' markets, private parties, local bars, restaurants, and fundraisers. SNP is known for their rich vocal harmonies and varied instrumentation featuring Bill Valliere, aka Smokey Newfield, on guitar, Cathy Cameron-Muscente on guitar and bass, Tom Chadwick on drums and Laura Chadwick on keyboard/melodica, violin, bass, mandolin and guitar. They cover an eclectic mix of folk rock, classic rock, country, pop and anything else that tickles their musical sensibilities.
 Rebecca Padula + Linda KallingerThe Essex Experience GreenRebecca Padula is a singer's singer-songwriter who draws from the deep well of American song. Her smoldering alto simmers over guitar, ukulele and tenor banjo to create an intimate and varied show that ranges from jazz to rock to bluegrass and has something for everyone. She has performed throughout New England at coffeehouses, bars, events, festivals, town halls, opera houses, weddings, and has opened for acts from LeAnn Rimes to Patty Larkin. She has released 3 independent albums. She will be joined by Linda Kallinger on vocals, violin and mandolin. Kallinger is a classically trained violinist who has been playing since the age of seven. In 2006, she began playing bluegrass, Irish and folk fiddle and never looked back. She played for many years with "The Bean Pickers", a local bluegrass band from Naples, FL and with the highly acclaimed band "Bluegrass Central", also in Florida. She moved to Vermont in 2019.
 Red AdmiralBarnyard RestaurantHailing from the greater Burlington, Vermont area, REDadmiral plays foot stomping alt rock music covering a wide range of styles and vibes. Songwriter Gordon Glover concocts tasty original tunes, which the band serves up with a side of satisfying covers. Originally playing electric instruments, the band has shed the big amps in favor of a more organic groove. Resonator and acoustic guitars, backed by stand up bass and an eclectic mix of hillbilly percussion blend together for a warm and energetic sound.
3-5pmOusman Camara of SabouyoumaOn Tap Bar & GrillSabouyouma (Pronounced sah-boo-yoo-MAH), is led by Ousmane Camara, a master Balafonist from Guinea, West Africa. Based in Burlington, Vermont, they combine traditional West African dance music with contemporary funk and reggae.
 Brett HughesThe Mad TacoSinger. Songwriter. Guitar Player. Music Lover.
 Dux The Balloon ManBarnyard Restaurant"For more then a decade Dux the Balloon Man has charmed the Marketplace's shoppers and diners with his quick wit and even quicker balloon-making skills. He's an engaging performer who is great with kids and adults". ~Church Street Marketplace
 Kadina-Little Artsy Faces Face PaintingBarnyard RestaurantPainting, drawing, collage, photography & jewelry making were some of the subjects of her undergrad studies at University of Vermont. Now a days, some of those became the specialty crafts of her everyday life. The owner, creative director and performer Kadina Malicbegovic has been painting on skin and canvas professionally for over 10 years. She also holds a BA degree in Studio Art studies from the University of Vermont and is currently working towards MA degree in Physical Activity and Wellness Science.
5-7pmMilton Busker (solo)Firebird Cafe/Village SpaceIndie-folk Pop
 Brett Hughes + Matt FlinnerBarnyard RestaurantBrett Hughes. Singer. Songwriter. Guitar Player. Music Lover. Matt Flinner "Flinner continues his reign as perhaps the most exciting and creative mandolin player on the scene today."—Jazz Times "(Flinner) blurs the lines between jazz and bluegrass, traditional and avant-garde."—Associated Press "Flinner provides the next logical evolutionary step to David Grisman's unique 'Dawg' style, and does it with a nod to the past and a vision of the future."—Bluegrass Now
 The Brevity ThingThe Essex Experience GreenThe Brevity Thing is a labor of love for four very busy and talented musicians. Coming together for a special event in 2014, the band -- featuring Dave Ball (guitar, harp), Jom Hammack (mandolin), Sue Schmidt (drums) and Steve Goldman (upright bass) - realized they had an amazing mixture of immediate friendship and incredible music, and the Brevity Thing was born. Blending together a myriad of musical styles, featuring strong vocal harmonizing, musical spontaneity, choice "cover" songs, and a few wild originals, at a Brevity show you're never quite certain what is going to happen next but it will be fun!
SUNDAY   
TimeEntertainmentLocationDescription
9-11amPaddy ReaganFirebird Cafe/Village SpacePaddy Reagan is the songwriter for the band Paper Castles. As a solo performer he does a mix of cover songs and originals ranging from Big Star to Elliot Smith on piano and guitar.
 Ukelele Clare + Rebecca PadulaUncommon CoffeeCountry, blues, folk, Tin Pan Alley, bluegrass, and songs for kids - it's all fair game for this fun, engaging duo. They draw from a wide range of covers and originals. Got a ukulele? Bring it along and join in! We'll draw many songs from the Shenanigan Song Packet at https://www.ukuleleclare.com/song-sheets.
11-1pmMilton Busker & The Grim WorkFirebird Cafe/Village SpaceVermont based Milton Busker & The Grim Work formed in 2014 after singer/songwriter Milton Busker ran into his old friend and fellow guitarist David Ball at a local farmer's market, which is quite possibly the most-Vermont beginning to a band ever. They brought in mandolin player Jom Hammack and played as a three-piece until being joined by bass player John Treybal in early 2016. Dave Simpson rounded out the group on drums shortly after and the group spent some time honing their repertoire at occasional shows in the Burlington area. The band plays a type of Americana they call "suit-folk", defined as the people's music, all dolled up for a night on the town. It is an Appalachian ditty played by Cole Porter. It's a gospel song for heretics. It's hippie music for people that can't afford to drop out. It's love songs for the kids who couldn't get dates but still dress up for the dance. In 2018, the group entered Robot Dog Studios to record their self-titled debut.
 Linda Bassick & The Busy Morning BandTurner ToysLinda Bassick, Greg Rothwell, and Eli Goldman will perform songs from their new children's music album, "maples busy morning" along with some familiar favorites. Linda, A long time early educator and musician, hosts sing-alongs for families and children in libraries in childcare centers around Vermont.
 Kadina-Little Artsy Faces Face PaintingTurner ToysPainting, drawing, collage, photography & jewelry making were some of the subjects of her undergrad studies at University of Vermont. Now a days, some of those became the specialty crafts of her everyday life. The owner, creative director and performer Kadina Malicbegovic has been painting on skin and canvas professionally for over 10 years. She also holds a BA degree in Studio Art studies from the University of Vermont and is currently working towards MA degree in Physical Activity and Wellness Science.
 Dux The Balloon ManEssex Experience Out & About in Essex Info Booth"For more then a decade Dux the Balloon Man has charmed the Marketplace's shoppers and diners with his quick wit and even quicker balloon-making skills. He's an engaging performer who is great with kids and adults". ~Church Street Marketplace
1-3pmBen Lively + Josh PandaFirebird Cafe/Village SpaceBen Lively is a violinist, violist, string arranger and composer based in Shelburne, VT. He has worked extensively in a wide range of styles including rock, jazz, tango and classical music. A versatile musician, Ben is a passionate collaborator equally at home in concert halls and dive bars. Josh Panda Born in Charlotte North Carolina, Joshua Panda was raised in a family of singers. His mother was the pianist and star of a touring gospel trio with her sister and mother and is still credited with being Joshua's biggest influence. Upon finishing high school in 3 years Joshua left home at 17 in pursuit of his calling as a musical performer, ultimately landing him in what would become his adopted home of Vermont. Today he is an international recording artist performing in the US, Europe and Canada. He is known for his seamless 4 octave vocal range and adaptability to any vocal styling or genre.
 Sputoola Solo AcousticBlack Flannel BiergartenSeth Cronin performs acoustic arrangements of songs written primarily for Sputoola, a funk, psychedelic rock, jazz, and folk band based in Essex Junction, VT. Combining a passion for thoughtful lyrics and crafting unique melodic and harmonic ideas into a genre bending songbook that ventures into the eclectic.
 The Smokey Newfield ProjectOn Tap Bar & GrillThe Smokey Newfield Project decided that starting a band was a cheaper way to deal with their mid-life crises than therapy or buying convertibles. After joining forces in 2011 (thanks to their former keyboardist, Denise Puisto), SNP burst onto the local music scene in 2013 playing farmers' markets, private parties, local bars, restaurants, and fundraisers. SNP is known for their rich vocal harmonies and varied instrumentation featuring Bill Valliere, aka Smokey Newfield, on guitar, Cathy Cameron-Muscente on guitar and bass, Tom Chadwick on drums and Laura Chadwick on keyboard/melodica, violin, bass, mandolin and guitar. They cover an eclectic mix of folk rock, classic rock, country, pop and anything else that tickles their musical sensibilities.
 The Franky James ProjectBarnyard RestaurantPlaying all your favorite songs from the 60s through today FJP draws on both member's eclectic tastes and influences. A typical show can jump from 70s funk to modern country to 90s grunge.
 Dux The Balloon ManEssex Experience Out & About in Essex Info Booth"For more then a decade Dux the Balloon Man has charmed the Marketplace's shoppers and diners with his quick wit and even quicker balloon-making skills. He's an engaging performer who is great with kids and adults". ~Church Street Marketplace
3-5pmUnruly AlliesFirebird Cafe/Village SpaceIn Unruly Allies, a group of Vermont-based musicians with diverse musical tastes and strong friendship comes together to play an array of choice folk/rock cover tunes and an occasional original song or two.
 KeruBoThe Essex Experience GreenKeruBo is a singer/song-writer and Afro-Jazz artist, originally from Kenya who now lives in the Burlington area. She has more than 20 years' experience performing all over the world in music festivals. Her style of music is a blend of African Traditional Music, with inflections of Brazilian Samba/Bossanova, Jazz, and Blues. KeruBo sings African folk music, Afro Pop, and Afro jazz — from African laments to more modern arrangements. Her influences are from generations of music artists and songwriters but more particularly - Achien'g Abura, Miriam Makeba, Dorothy Masuka and Nina Simon. She feels that these notable, strong-minded, female singers effectively used their music as a powerful medium to bring awareness to social issues and to rebuke social injustices.  They sang candidly about issues without worrying about consequences. KeruBo's music is about healing, preserving African culture and heritage, while highlighting social issues affecting vulnerable minorities such as women and children.
 Linda BassickCody's Irish Pub & GrilleLinda Bassick will be performing solo acoustic renditions of her original music as well as favorites from her many musical projects.
 Phantom AirwaveBarnyard RestaurantPhantom Airwave, a progressive funk rock band from Burlington, Vermont. The aim of the group is to be a ridiculously entertaining live act, relying on a mix of original songs that exist somewhere in the overlapping circles of straight funk, sexy soul and progressive rock. Founded in early 2015, Phantom Airwave is made up of Erick Lattrell (keys, vocals), Shawn Connolly (lead guitar, vocals), Glen Wallace (drums, vocals), Ben Irish (tenor & alto sax, flute, vocals), and Dan Jolly (bass, just bass).
5-7pmSet TheoryFirebird Cafe/Village SpaceSet Theory is a group of experienced musicians who play for the sheer pleasure of it. Janine Beaudry (vocals), Keith Burt (keys), Terence Cuneo (guitar), Sam Hooker (percussion), and Doug Ryan (bass, vocals) offer their distinctive take on songs from Annie Lennox, Shawn Colvin, Sting, Steely Dan, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Yes, and others.
 Ousman Camara of SabouyoumaThe Essex Experience GreenSabouyouma (Pronounced sah-boo-yoo-MAH), is led by Ousmane Camara, a master Balafonist from Guinea, West Africa. Based in Burlington, Vermont, they combine traditional West African dance music with contemporary funk and reggae.