BRATTLEBORO — Shut off air conditioning in all government offices in the 10 most offending countries*.
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BRATTLEBORO-The Brattleboro Museum & Art Center (BMAC) welcomes the public to a guided tour and discussion of the exhibit "Desire Lines," on Sunday, Dec. 15, at 1 p.m., at the museum. Admission is free, but registration is recommended. Walk-ins are welcome. To register, visit brattleboromuseum.org or call 802-257-0124, ext. 101. On view through Feb. 9, "Desire Lines" features the work of six artists who share a deep commitment to drawing as a means of artistic expression. Artists Alex Callender, Nandini...
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