Calendar

ART

At Memorial Art Gallery--x5-3081; www.rochester.edu/MAG

February 7--Computer Workshop. In "Computers Demystified," participants learn quick and easy ways to put their computers to good use and save hours of aggravation. Fee/registration required. Creative Workshop, 7-10 p.m. Call the gallery at ext. 3056 to register.

February 8, 12--Palette to Palate: Riches of the Romanovs. Travel back in time to the Imperial Russian court as Johanna Heise demonstrates the menu, which is then prepared and served by Cutler's Restaurant. Following dinner, art historian Lucy Durkin provides a tour of Imperial art treasures. February 12 event concludes with a concert. Admission price includes presentations, tax, and tips. Auditorium and Cutler's Restaurant, 6:30 p.m. To register call the Creative Workshop at the gallery at ext. 3056.

February 8--Lecture. Delores Jackson Radney, family and community programmer, speaks on works by Sam Gilliam in the gallery's collection. Free with gallery admission. Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.

February 9--Art à la Carte. Lee Johnson, of International Sister Cities of Rochester, speaks on the arts of Hamamatsu, Japan. Admission price includes lecture, luncheon, and a tour. Reservations required. Auditorium and Bausch & Lomb Parlor, noon-2 p.m. Call the gallery at ext. 3018 to make reservations.

February 11, 18--Preschool Family Workshop. For children ages 2-5 with an adult. Includes a story and an exploratory tour of the gallery. Adults and children work together to create an art project. February 11 workshop led by Warren Mianecke, 10:15-11:45 a.m.; February 18 workshop led by Paloma Nunez-Regueiro, 1:30-3 p.m. Creative Workshop. Fee/registration required. Call the gallery at ext. 3056 to register.

February 13--Concert. "Anonymous Was a Woman" explores the 19th- and 20th-century works of Clara Schumann, Augusta Read Thomas, and others via a concert by the Society for Chamber Music in Rochester. Fee. Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. (pre-concert talk); 8 p.m. (concert). For tickets and subscription information call 586-3429.

February 14--Computer Workshop. "The Internet and I" is a nuts-and-bolts guide to Internet tools. Fee/registration required. Creative Workshop, 7-10 p.m. Call the gallery at ext. 3056 to register.

February 15--Concert. The Genesee Early Music Society presents Christel Thielmann and Paul O'Dette directing the Eastman Collegium Baroque Orchestra. Free with gallery admission and for MAG and GEMS members. Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.

February 15--Lecture. Andrew Moore, dean of RIT's College of Liberal Arts, speaks on "The World's First Farmers." Free with gallery admission and for MAG and Archaeological Institute of America members. Cutler Ballroom, 7:30 p.m.

February 17--Third Thursdays: Art After Hours. Fortysomethings and above are invited to dance (or just listen), tour the gallery, enjoy free munchies, and a cash bar (drinks and desserts extra). Tickets required. Pavilion/Cutler Union, 6-9 p.m. For more information call the gallery at ext. 3035.

February 19--Exhibition Preview Party. Celebrate the magic of Maxfield Parrish and the opening of the Parrish exhibit. In the ballroom, swing to the big-band sounds of Gap Mangione and his 14-piece orchestra. In the Sculpture Garden, jam to the cool jazz of the Bob Stata Quartet. In the auditorium, enjoy songs from the turn of the century by Cecile Saine with pianist Howard Spindler. In the Fountain Court, relax to lute music by Paul O'Dette. Munchies provided. Cocktails, coffee, and desserts--served by Cutler's Restaurant--may be purchased. 8 p.m.-midnight. Advance tickets required (free to members). Purchase tickets at Starbucks, Parkleigh, or the gallery. For more information call the gallery at ext. 3510.

February 20--Sunday Drop-Ins. Participants create their own masterpieces with help from area artists. All ages welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult. Held in conjunction with the Maxfield Parrish exhibition. Fee (does not include gallery admission). 1-3:30 p.m.

February 21--February Fundays. "My Family: Our Story," led by area artists, helps participants create a page for a book on their family. (February Fundays continue through the 25th at the same time. Come one day or all five.) Fee/registration required. 10 a.m.-noon. Call the gallery at ext. 3072 to register.

ONGOING ART EXHIBITS AND TOURS

At Memorial Art Gallery--x5-3081; www.rochester.edu/MAG

Tour of the Collection--Free with gallery admission. Meet at the admission desk. February 8, 6:30 p.m.; February 13, 15, 2 p.m.

Gallery Highlights Tour--Features works from the gallery's permanent collection. Free with gallery admission. Meet at the admission desk. February 18, 2 p.m.

February 20-April 30--Maxfield Parrish: 1870-1966. During a career spanning seven decades, Maxfield Parrish was one of America's best-loved and most successful artists. Deeply committed to the popularization of art, he produced works that conveyed a unique vision of fantasy, with overtones of nostalgia, innocence, and humor. This first-ever critical retrospective of his work is the largest and most expensive exhibition ever shown at MAG. More than 130 paintings, drawings, prints, photos, and ephemera are included. Grand Gallery.

Through March 26--Javaka Steptoe: In Daddy's Arms I Am Tall. Steptoe's picture book includes his illustrations of poems by 12 African-American writers--including Rochester's David Anderson--that celebrate the relationship African-American fathers share with their children and grandchildren. MAG is the first museum to exhibit these illustrations. Children's Corridor.

Through March 29--Larry Rivers: The Boston Massacre Portfolio. At the Boston Massacre of 1770, British soldiers fired on an unruly mob and killed five colonists, including a former slave named Crispus Attucks. Artist Rivers revisits the attack in his work. The exhibit is shown in celebration of Black History Month and is planned in conjunction with the About Face installation. Lockhart Gallery.

Through 2001--About Face: Copley's Portrait of a Colonial Silversmith. In this interactive installation, families can learn about John Singleton Copley, the most famous portrait painter in Colonial America, and his friend, silversmith Nathaniel Hurd, whom Copley painted. The installation offers a view of life in Colonial Boston. Dorothy McBride Gill Education Center.

At Rush Rhees Library

Through February 29--A Sampling of Presidential Letters and Documents. Department of Rare Books and Special Collections, 2nd floor. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Desperadoes and Daredevils: Books and Manuscripts by and about the Notorious and Brave. Great Hall, 2nd floor. Open during regular library hours. Both exhibits are free and open to the public. Library hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-1 a.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, noon-1 a.m.

Through March 31--Black Authors: A Voice for the People. An exhibition of portraits and biographical sketches of famous African-American authors, including Maya Angelou, James Baldwin, Langston Hughes, Amiri Baraka, Rita Dove, August Wilson, Richard Wright, and John A. Williams, whose archive is housed at Rochester. Friedlander Lobby. Open during regular library hours. Free and open to the public.

FILMS

University Cinema Group--www.cif.rochester.edu/sa-org/urcg/. All films shown in Hoyt Hall auditorium unless otherwise noted. Tickets available in advance at the Common Market, Wilson Commons. For more information call x5-5911.

February 11--Best Man. 7 p.m., 9:30 p.m., midnight

February 18--Bringing Out the Dead. 7 p.m., 9:30 p.m., midnight

February 19--The Insider. 8 p.m., 11:15 p.m.

Sneak Preview

February 16--Boiler Room. Starring Giovanni Ribisi, Tom Everett Scott, and Ben Affleck (in a cameo appearance). The movie depicts the life of a college dropout who wants to prove himself to his overbearing father. Free and open to the public, but door passes are required and are available at the Wilson Commons Information Desk. Seating is limited and is first-come, first-serve. Hubbell Auditorium, Hutchison Hall, 9 p.m.

DANCE

February 12--Dance Program Toronto Day Trip. Trip includes a performance by the Brazilian dance company Companhia De Danca Deborah Colker, which combines theater, circus, and acrobatics with classical ballet and modern dance. Additional sightseeing opportunities at the Art Gallery of Toronto, Chinatown, and Eaton Centre. Buses depart at 9 a.m. from CLARC on Library Road and return after the evening show. Tickets include transportation and performance admission. Tickets available at the Common Market, Wilson Commons. Call x3-5150 for more information.

February 19--Claire Porter. The choreographer/dancer, best known for her comedic dancing monologues, appears as part of the Dance Program's Performing Artist Series. Admission fee. Series subscription also available. Spurrier Hall dance studio, 8 p.m. Call x3-5150 for more information.

MUSIC

Eastman School of Music--x4-1110; www. rochester.edu/Eastman (* tickets required)

February 7--Eastman Wind Orchestra. Donald Hunsberger, Nancia D'Alimonte, and Evan Feldman, conductors. Music of Jacob, Vaughan Williams, Giannini, and Bernstein. Eastman Theatre, 8 p.m.

February 8--Kilbourn Concert Series.* Manuel Barrueco, classical guitar. Music of J.S. Bach, Harrison, Lecuona, Ubieta, and Mangore. Kilbourn Hall, 8 p.m.

February 8--Eastman Percussion Ensemble. Featuring the Pangaia Steel Band. John Beck, director. Eastman Theatre, 8 p.m.

February 10--Jammin' with the New Jazz Ensemble 2000. Open to area musicians of all ages and ability levels, and the public. Free. Demonstration by the NJE, Kilbourn Hall, 4:45-5:15 p.m. Master classes, 5:30-6:30 p.m.: brass, OSL 101; saxophone, Rm. 514; rhythm section, Kilbourn Hall; improvisation, Annex 902. Pre-concert talk with NJE Director Jim Doser, Kilbourn Hall, 7:30-7:45 p.m.; NJE concert, Kilbourn Hall, 8 p.m. Musician registration due February 7. Call x4-1430.

February 10-12--Eastman Opera Theatre.* Featuring Handel's Xerxes (sung in English). Annex 804 Opera Studio, 8 p.m. (also 2 p.m. show on the 12th). Discounts for University ID holders.

February 13--Eastman-Ranlet Series.* Ying Quartet. All-American program. Features Barber's Quartet, Dvorák's "American" Quartet, and new works by Kevin Putz and Michael Torke. Kilbourn Hall, 3 p.m.

February 14--Faculty Artist Concert. Mark Kellogg, trombone; Joseph Werner, piano. Kilbourn Hall, 8 p.m.

February 15--Eastman Chamber Percussion Ensemble. Steve Owen, Fred Bugbee, conductors. Kilbourn Hall, 8 p.m.

February 16--Alec Wilder Birthday Celebration. John Marcellus, trombone. ESM faculty performers. Kilbourn Hall, 8 p.m.

February 17--Eastman Chorale, Eastman Repertory Singers. Candace Erb, Daniel Bara, conductors. Music of Victoria and Schubert. Kilbourn Hall, 8 p.m.

February 18--Advanced Student Chamber Music. Kilbourn Hall, 8 p.m.

February 20--Faculty Artist Concert. Zvi Zeitlin, violin; Thomas Schumacher, piano. Music of Mozart, Debussy, Ysaÿe, and Franck. Kilbourn Hall, 3 p.m.

Eastman at Washington Square--Thursday Lunchtime Concerts, First Universalist Church (corner of S. Clinton Ave. and Court St.), 12:15-12:45 p.m. Free admission. Brown-bag lunches welcome. For more information call x4-1400.

February 10--Over My Head I Hear Music. Songs and spirituals performed by Nadine Earl Carey, Norman Carey, and friends.

February 17--Oboist Extraordinaire. Featuring Anna Hendrickson.

River Campus

February 18--University of Rochester Symphonic Wind Ensemble. Mitchell Robinson, conductor. Free. Strong Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.

February 19--Yellowjackets Midwinter Jamboree. Brian Scharfenberg, director. An a cappella concert to promote their new album, Common Time. Admission fee. Strong Auditorium, 8 p.m.

February 20--University of Rochester Chamber Orchestra. David Harman, conductor. Music of Stravinsky, Mozart, and Tchaikovsky. Free. Strong Auditorium, 8 p.m.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Noon Hour Health Bites--Informal monthly series of health-/wellness-related topics sponsored by the Strong Employee Assistance Program. No fee or preregistration required. Feel free to bring a lunch. For more information call x5-4987.

February 8--Parenting for Prevention: Demystifying Adolescent Drug Use. Certified social worker Mark Head provides information to assist adults in becoming more knowledgeable and skillful in addressing teen drug or alcohol use. Gowen Room, Wilson Commons, noon-1 p.m.

Feel Fabulous in February--Free programs offered by University Health Service. For more information call x3-5770.

Monday-Friday--Come Take a Walk. Show University ID at the reception desk. Day lockers available; bring a lock. River Campus athletic center indoor track, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

February 10--Club Drugs: Rave or Risk? Paul Wax, associate professor of emergency medicine and pediatrics, presents an informational session about club drugs such as ecstasy, herbal ecstasy, and GHB. Havens Lounge, Wilson Commons, 7-8 p.m.

February 11--Intro to Hatha Yoga: Relaxation Through Stretching. Gilbert Hall, first-floor lounge, 4-5:15 p.m.

February 11--Cardio Kick Boxing. Offered every Friday at the same time. River Campus athletic center aerobics studio, 6-7 p.m.

February 16--Breaking the Grip of Gambling. Joyce Barrett, peer counselor from the Problem Gamblers Treatment Program, discusses treatment options for individuals, groups, or families. Friel Lounge, Susan B. Anthony Residence Hall, 8:15-9 p.m.

February 18--Introduction to T'ai Chi. Gilbert Hall, first-floor lounge, 4-5:15 p.m.

CPR Classes--Offered by the Office for Educational Resources through June. To register and for more information call x5-7666 as soon as possible, as classes fill up quickly. Payment is required one week in advance. The American Heart Association's manual, required for original courses, is available in Room 2-7520 for a fee.

February 17--Basic Life Support Refresher Course (must attend one three-hour session). Medical Center, Room 2-7539, 1-4 p.m.

February 17--Weight Watchers. Kick-off of 16-week session. Meets every Thursday. 278 Wallis Hall, noon-1 p.m. For more information call x5-5931.

RELIGION

River Campus Interfaith Chapel

Roman Catholic Mass
Daily Mass: February 8, 9, 14, 15, 21, 12:05 p.m., sanctuary (subject to change)
Sunday Mass: February 13, 20, 10 a.m. & 5 p.m., lower level

Protestant Chapel Service
February 13, 20, 5 p.m., sanctuary

Interdenominational Worship Service
February 13, 20, 3 p.m., sanctuary

Medical Center Interfaith Chapel

Roman Catholic Mass
February 9, 14, 16, 21, 12:30 p.m.; February 13, 20, 11:15 a.m.

Roman Catholic Communion Service
February 11, 18, 12:30 p.m.

Interdenominational Protestant Worship
February 13, 20, 10:15 a.m.

SPORTS--www.rochester.edu/student-srvcs/sports

Women's basketball--Brandeis, February 18, 6 p.m.; NYU, February 20, 3 p.m.

Men's basketball--Hobart, February 15, 6 p.m.; Brandeis, February 18, 8 p.m.; NYU, February 20, 1 p.m.

Ice hockey--St. Bonaventure, February 12, 7:30 p.m.; Syracuse, February 18, 7:30 p.m.

RIVER CAMPUS LECTURE

February 21--Identity Politics and Disability in Novel Studies. Presented by Lennard Davis, professor of English and graduate director at SUNY at Binghamton. Co-sponsored by the Warner School and the Department of Modern Languages and Cultures. Light refreshments provided. Getty Room, lower level of Rush Rhees Library, noon. For more information call x5-3010.

MEDICAL CENTER LECTURE

February 11--The Influence of Social Context on Perceptions of Child Abuse and Neglect. Presented by Tim Dye, director and associate professor, Division of Public Health, Department of Community and Preventive Medicine. Helen Wood Hall Lounge, noon. For more information call x5-0773.

MISCELLANY

February 8--Susan B. Anthony Legacy Dinner. Includes presentation of the Lifetime Achievement Award to University Trustee Paula Brownlee and a number of student awards. Sponsored by the Susan B. Anthony University Center and the University of Rochester Women's Club. The Meliora Grand Ballroom, 6:30 p.m.

February 11--Ninth Annual Crimson and Crème Ball. Sponsored by the Pi Beta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. The ball includes dining, entertainment, a jazz band, cocktails, and door prizes. Proceeds help subsidize the Denise Y. Giles Memorial Scholarship Fund. Top of the Plaza Restaurant, 8 p.m. To make a donation or to purchase tickets, call Nicole Ladson, 473-3103.

February 19--16th Annual Pan-African Exposition: Footsteps to Change. A celebration of African culture including workshops, a talent show, a fashion show, two step shows, a presentation by Vice President and Dean of Students Paul Burgett, and more. Sponsored by the Black Students' Union. Free and open to the public. Wilson Commons, noon-7 p.m.

ACTIVITIES PROGRAM

Discounts for activities are available to all University staff, faculty, and students through the University Activities Program. All tickets are available at the hospital Cashier's Office and the Customer Service Center in Susan B. Anthony Hall on the River Campus. The Eastman School and Memorial Art Gallery carry movie theater tickets only. For further information check the University Activities Program flier or call x5-7942.

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