Calendar
Events scheduled for Monday, November 15 (after 5 p.m.) through Monday, December 6 (before 5 p.m.)
MEMORIAL ART GALLERY EVENTS
Memorial Art Gallery--x5-3081; http://mag.rochester.edu
November 18--Preschool Workshop. Children can enjoy an art project, story reading, and gallery tour, all with a unified theme. For ages 2 1/2 to 5 years with adult. Registration fee required. For reservations, call 473-7720, ext. 3056. Creative Workshop, 10:30 a.m. to noon.
November 18--Art À La Carte. New York State Assemblyman Joseph Morelle (D-Irondequoit) discusses "The Art of the Public Deal." Tickets required; member discount. To register, call 473-7720, ext. 3072. Lecture, noon; lunch, 1 p.m.; tour, 2 p.m.
December 2--What's Up. Douglas Holleley, writer and photographer, discusses his new book, which interprets works in the gallery collection. Free with admission. Auditorium, 5:30 p.m.
December 2--Lecture. Paul Burgett, University vice president, presents "Afro-Christian Music: Spiritual Songs of Black Voices." Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
ONGOING EXHIBITS AND TOURS
Memorial Art Gallery
Gallery Highlights Tour--Free with admission. Meet at the admission desk. November 18; December 2: 6:30 p.m.
Exhibition Tour--Free with admission. This tour highlights The Walter O. Evans Collection of African American Art. November 19, 21, 26, 28, December 3, 5; 2 p.m.
Through November 21--If Elected I Will Serve: Election Images from the Permanent Collection. Prints and drawings from the gallery's collection that reflect the American political scene over two centuries.
Through 2004--Protected for Eternity: The Coffins of Pa-debehu-Aset. Showcases the lavishly decorated inner coffin of an Egyptian official of the fourth century B.C.E. and other ancient artifacts.
Through January 2--The Walter O. Evans Collection of African American Art. From the private collection of Walter O. Evans, this exhibit features selections ranging from Barbizon-inspired landscapes to works from the Harlem Renaissance to Cubist abstractions.
River Campus
Through December 10--Too Much Attention, Not Enough Food. An exhibit of paintings by artist Heather Layton. Art & Music Library, Rush Rhees Library.
Through March 15--Gilbert and Sullivan: From London to America. Features photographs, programs, letters, and other materials of original productions that traveled from London to New York and other major American cities. Rare Books and Special Collections, Rush Rhees Library.
Through July 12--George Eastman and His University: How the Relationship Grew. Celebrates the 150th anniversary of Eastman's birth and centers on his relationship with University President Rush Rhees. Great Hall, Rush Rhees Library, second floor.
FILMS
Frederick Douglass Institute for African and African-American Studies
November 17--Africa Video and Film Series: Finzan. Morey 314, 5 p.m.
University Cinema Group--All films are shown in the Hoyt Hall Auditorium, unless otherwise noted. Tickets available in advance at the Common Market, Wilson Commons. http://sa.rochester.edu/urcg
November 19--You Got Served. 7 p.m., 9 p.m., 11 p.m.
November 20--The Dreamers. 7 p.m., 9:30 p.m., midnight.
December 3--Exorcist: The Beginning. 7 p.m., 9:30 p.m., midnight.
December 4--Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle. 7 p.m., 9 p.m., 11 p.m.
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
CPR Classes--Offered by the Office for Educational Resources (OER) from January through June. Registration required. All classes held in the OER Department (2-7500 area of the Medical Center). To register, call x5-7666. November 15--Basic Life Support Original Course. 5 to 8 p.m.
November 16--Basic Life Support Refresher Course. 5 to 9 p.m.
December 2--Basic Life Support Refresher Course. 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Highland Hospital Family Classes--Call 473-2229 to register. www.stronghealth.com/services/womenshealth/resources.cfm
Through December--Childbirth Classes. Visit www.stronghealth.com/services/womenshealth/Classes/schedule.cfm to view class schedules.
November 15, December 4--Infant Care and Safety. Fee: $50/couple for three-week mini-series or $20 per individual class. Registration required. November 15, Class Three, 7 to 9 p.m.; December 4, Class One, 1 to 3 p.m.
November 16, 20, 23, 27, 30, December 4--Exercising for Childbirth. A nonaerobic exercise class that helps stretch and tone muscles used in labor and birth. Fee required. Registration and health care provider permission required. November 16, 23, 30: 7:15 to 8:15 p.m.; November 20, 27, December 4: 9 to 10 a.m.
November 17, December 4--Breastfeeding. Basics of breastfeeding taught by certified lactation consultants. Fee: $35/mom and support person. Registration required. November 17, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.; December 4, 9 a.m. to noon.
November 20--Big Brothers- and Sisters-to-Be Class. The "ins and outs" of being a big brother or sister are covered in this class for expectant siblings and their parents. Fee: $15/parent/guardian(s) and child, $5 each additional child. Registration required. 10 to 10:45 a.m., 11 a.m. to noon.
November 27, December 4--Infant and Child CPR. Training for parents, grandparents, and child care providers taught by certified American Red Cross instructors. Fee: $40/person. Registration required. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
MCAG Brown Bag Lunch--www.urmc.rochester.edu/urmc/MCAG/bbl04.html
November 18--How to Get What You Really, Really, Really, Really Want. A video presentation featuring Wayne Dyer. All are welcome. Ambulatory Care Facility, Conference Room A&B, noon to 1. p.m.
Strong Beginnings Classes--Preregistration required. Call x5-0096 for information and x5-4058 to register.
Through November--Prepared Childbirth Classes. Fee: $75/mom and support person, includes parking and refreshments. For information and schedule, call x5-0096. Lund Room (3-3211/3-3213), 7 to 9 p.m.
November 20, December 4--Sibling Class. Children learn about becoming a big sister or brother. For children ages 3 to 10. Fee: $20 for first child, $5 for each additional. Lund Room (3-3211/3-3213), part 1: 10 to 11:30 a.m., part 2: 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
November 20, 27, December 4--Orientation Class and Walking Tour. Learn what to expect during a hospital stay and take a walking tour of obstetrics services. Meet at information desk in main lobby. 3 to 4 p.m.
November 21, December 5--Prenatal Newborn Care Class. Outlines newborn appearance, behaviors, and reflexes. Also covers bathing, diapering, taking a temperature, cord care, safety equipment, and when to call the doctor. Free. Conference Room A&B (2-1318/2-1322), 1 to 2:30 p.m.
November 27--Exploring Breastfeeding. Information to help parents make an informed choice about feeding. Preregistration required. Fee: $20 includes mother and support person. Conference Room A&B, 2-1318/2-1322, 1 to 3 p.m.
MUSIC
Eastman at Washington Square--"Thursday Lunchtime Concerts" at the First Universalist Church, corner of South Clinton Ave. and Court St., 12:15-12:45 p.m. Brown-bag lunches welcome during performance.
November 18--Four-Hand Follies. Husband-wife duo Howard Spindler and Nobuko Moriwaki perform a cornucopia of music for four hands at one piano.
December 2--Noontime Jazz. Students of Eastman professor Jeff Campbell play popular American standards and jazz.
Eastman School of Music--24-hour Music Line x4-1100. Events are free unless otherwise noted. www.rochester.edu/Eastman
November 15-- Saxology. Chamber jazz. Kilbourn Hall, 8 p.m.
November 16--Faculty Artist Series. Malcolm Bilson, fortepiano. Tickets required (free with University ID). Kilbourn Hall, 8 p.m.
November 17--Eastman School Symphony Orchestra. Neil Varon, conductor. Kilbourn Hall, 8 p.m.
November 18--Eastman New Jazz Ensemble. Dave Rivello, director. Kilbourn Hall, 8 p.m.
November 19--OSSIA. Kilbourn Hall, 8 p.m.
November 19--Eastman Wind Orchestra. Mark Davis Scatterday, conductor. Eastman Theatre, 8 p.m.
November 20--Morning Chamber Music. Kilbourn Hall, 11 a.m.
November 20--Friends of Eastman Opera Voice Competition. Kilbourn Hall, 3 p.m.
November 21--Eastman Chorale. Kilbourn Hall, 3 p.m.
November 22--Chamber Music Society. Kilbourn Hall, 7 p.m.
November 29--Chamber Music Honors Society. Kilbourn Hall, 7 p.m.
November 30--Eastman Percussion Ensemble. John Beck, director. Eastman Theatre, 8 p.m.
December 1--Musica Nova. Brad Lubman, conductor. Kilbourn Hall, 8 p.m.
December 3--Eastman Jazz Ensemble/Eastman Studio Orchestra. Bill Dobbins, director. Eastman Theatre, 8 p.m.
December 5--Women's Chorus. Susan Conklin, conductor. Location TBA, 3 p.m.
River Campus
November 17--University Chamber Ensemble. David Harman, conductor and music director. Lower Strong Auditorium, 8 p.m.
November 18--Jazz Ensemble Concert. Eric Schmitz, director. Strong Auditorium, 8 p.m.
December 3--University Wind Symphony. William Tiberio, conductor. Strong Auditorium, 8 p.m.
December 4--University Symphony Orchestra. David Harman, conductor. Strong Auditorium, 8 p.m.
December 5--University Gospel Choir. Rev. Alvin Parris III, director. Interfaith Chapel, 3 p.m.
December 5--University Choir. L. Brett Scott, conductor. Strong Auditorium, 8 p.m.
RELIGION
River Campus Interfaith Chapel--x5-4321; www.rochester.edu/chapel/services.html
Roman Catholic Mass
November 21, 28, December 5--Sanctuary, 5:15 p.m.
November 16, 23, 30--Friel Lounge, 10 p.m.
November 17, 24, December 1--River Level, 10:30 a.m., 7 p.m.
Jewish Services
November 19, 26, December 3--Conservative, River Level, 5:15 p.m.; Orthodox, Conference Room, 5:15 p.m.; Reform, Commons Room, 5:15 p.m.
November 20, 27, December 4--Conservative, Commons Room, 10:30 a.m.; Orthodox, River Level, 10 a.m.
Muslim Services
Daily Prayers: Fajr, 5 a.m. (Commons Room); Thuhr, 1:30 p.m.; Asr, 5:30 p.m.; Magrib, sunset; Isha, 10 p.m.; Jumma, Friday only, 1:15 p.m. (Commons Room). All prayers held in Meditation Room 220 unless otherwise specified.
Protestant Services
November 21, 28, December 5--University Christian Fellowship, Sanctuary, 3 p.m.
November 21, 28, December 5--Protestant Community Chapel, Sanctuary, 5 p.m.
SPORTS
Athletics and Recreation--www.rochester.edu/athletics
Men's Basketball--SUNY Fredonia, November 19, 8 p.m.; Chuck Resler Tournament Consolation, November 20, 1 p.m.; Chuck Resler Tournament Championship, November 20, 8 p.m.; Nazareth, November 23, 7 p.m.; Thanksgiving Invitational, November 27-28, 1 p.m.; Elmira College, December 1, 8 p.m.
Women's Basketball--SUNY Geneseo, November 19, 6 p.m.; Chuck Resler Tournament Consolation, November 20, 3 p.m.; Chuck Resler Tournament Championship, November 20, 6 p.m.; Hartwick College, November 28, 5 p.m.
THEATER
The Bald Soprano--The International Theatre Program presents this one-act, anti-play that reflects the ineffectiveness of language as a means of communication. Tickets can be reserved online at www.rochester.edu/theatre or by phone at x5-4088. December 2, 3, 4, and 5, at 8 p.m. with a matinee scheduled for 3 p.m. on Sunday, December 5.
LECTURES AND READINGS
November 17--Department of Chemical Engineering Seminar. Zhong Lin Wang of Georgia Institute of Technology presents "Semiconducting and Piezoelectric Nanobelts, Nanosprings, and Nanorings." Gavett Hall 202, 2 p.m.
November 17--Department of Physics and Astronomy Colloquium. Professor Emeritus Judith Pipher presents "Results for SIRTF (Spitzer Infrared Telescope)." Tea: Bausch & Lomb Lobby, 3:30 p.m. Talk: Bausch & Lomb 109, 3:45 p.m.
November 19--Owens Lecture: Feeling Are Facts. Drawn from a memoir by Yvonne Rainer, choreographer and filmmaker. Gowen Room, Wilson Commons, 5 p.m.
November 21--Tea Talks. Grant Holcomb, director of the Memorial Art Gallery, presents "From Rochester to the Rhine: The Journey of Billy Pilgrim." Free and open to the public. Welles-Brown Room, Rush Rhees Library, 2 p.m.
November 22--Department of Biology Donut Talks. John Moran of the University of Michigan Medical School presents "Studies of a Human Retrotransposon." Hutchison Hall 473, noon. For information, call x5-8837.
November 22--Department of Physics and Astronomy Seminar. Gary Melnick of the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics presents "Submillimeter Wave Astronomy Satellite Science Highlights." Tea: Bausch & Lomb 271, 3:30 p.m. Talk: Bausch & Lomb 106, 3:45 p.m.
November 29--Department of Biology Donut Talks. Assistant Professor of Genetics Douglas Portman presents "Rays and Arrays: Neural Development and Function in the C. Elegans Male." Hutchison Hall 473, noon. For information, call x5-8837.
November 29--Department of Physics and Astronomy Biological Physics Seminar. Warren Zipfel of Cornell University presents "Multiphoton Miscroscopy and the Use of Nonlinear Excitation in Biology." Tea: Bausch & Lomb 271, 3:30 p.m. Talk: Bausch & Lomb 372, 3:45 p.m.
November 29--Department of Chemistry Bioorganic Seminar. Lara Ann Estroff of Harvard University presents "Bio-Inspired Supramolecular Control of Inorganic Crystal Growth." Hutchison Hall 473, 4 p.m.
November 30--Department of Physics and Astronomy Particle Physics Seminar. Kohei Yorita of Waseda University of Japan presents "Measurement of the Top Quark Mass Using the Dynamical Likelihood Method in the Lepton+jets Channel at CDF runII." Tea: Bausch & Lomb 271, 3:15 p.m. Talk: Bausch &aamp; Lomb 372, 3:30 p.m.
December 6--Department of Biology Donut Talks. Randall Morse of SUNY Albany presents "Local and Global Investigations of Chromatin-Mediated Gene Regulation in Yeast." Hutchison Hall 473, noon. For information, call x5-8837.
December 6--Department of Physics and Astronomy Seminar. Pauline Barmby of the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics presents "Dark Matter Searches." Tea: Bausch & Lomb 271, 3:15 p.m. Talk: Bausch & Lomb 372, 3:30 p.m.
MISCELLANY
November 18, December 2--Daybreakers Toastmasters Club. Learn about Toastmasters, a public speaking support group. Seneca Room (1-2604), Strong Memorial Hospital, 7:30 to 9 a.m.
November 20--Off Broadway On Campus. Student-run musical theater group performs Sit Down, We're Rockin' the Show, with selections from West Side Story, Chicago, Avenue Q, Les Miserables, Guys and Dolls, Bye Bye Birdie, and Thoroughly Modern Millie. Tickets can be purchased at the Common Market, located in Wilson Commons and at the door prior to the show. For information, call x5-5911.
ACTIVITY CONNECTION
Discounts for activities are available to all University staff and faculty. Specific discounts also are extended to students (call for details). All tickets are available at the hospital Cashier's Office and the Customer Service Center in the Susan B. Anthony Hall on the River Campus. The Eastman School of Music carries movie theater tickets only. For more information, check the University Activity Connection flyer or call x5-7942. The current discount list can be accessed at www.rochester.edu/working/services/auxops/ActivitiesProg1.htm.
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