News Release

BOISE STATE EVENTS / October 15, 2008


This Week at Boise State
Issue Date: Oct. 15, 2008


The following are upcoming events at Boise State University for the week of Oct. 19-25. Please note that all events are subject to change. For updated information on all events, visit http://www.bsuevents.com. 

EVENTS OF SPECIAL NOTE:
Comedian Eric O’Shea. See Oct. 20 for more details.

EXHIBITIONS:
Through Oct. 27. Billie Grace Lynn. The Visual Arts Center Gallery 2.
Billie Grace Lynn creates sculptures that are interactive, kinetic and that engage the viewers’ thoughts and senses. Sponsored by the Idaho Commission on the Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts and the Modern Hotel. For more information, contact Kirsten Furlong at (208) 426-3994 or kfurlong@boisestate.edu.

Islamic Awareness Week. Oct. 20-24. For more details check the dates below.

Monday, Oct. 20
Comedian Eric O’Shea. Student Union Jordan Ballroom. 7 p.m. O’Shea is known for his clean comedy and recalling embarrassing childhood moments. O’Shea won Campus Activities Magazine’s “2007 Comedy Performer of the Year.” To see some of O’Shea’s video clips visit his Web site at http://www.ericoshea.com. Free. Sponsored by Student Programs Board. For more information, e-mail spbspecialevents@boisestate.edu.

“30 Days as a Muslim.” Student Union Building. 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Part of Islamic Awareness Week. Presented by Muslim Student Association and co-sponsored by the Cultural Center. For more information, call 426-5950.

Hijab Booth. Student Union Building. Noon. Women are welcome to wear a hijab to class and around campus. Part of Islamic Awareness Week. Presented by Muslim Student Association and co-sponsored by the Cultural Center. For more information, call 426-5950.

Converts in Islam Panel. Student Union Bishop Barnwell Room. 6 p.m. Part of Islamic Awareness Week. Presented by Muslim Student Association and co-sponsored by the Cultural Center. For more information, call 426-5950.

Tuesday, Oct. 21
Rock the Roof Off. Top level of the Lincoln parking garage. 7-11 p.m. Friday Night Gunfight, Ardent and My Paper Camera. Free admission and free parking for the concert will be provided only in the Lincoln parking garage. Sponsored by Student Programs Board. For more information, e-mail spbconcerts@boisestate.edu. 

Science in the Quran. 6 p.m. Student Union Special Events Center. Presented by Muslim Student Association and co-sponsored by the Cultural Center. For more information, call 426-5950.

Wednesday, Oct 22
Islam 101. Student Union Hatch AB Ballroom. 6 p.m. Presented by Muslim Student Association and co-sponsored by the Cultural Center. For more information, call 426-5950.

Thursday, Oct. 23
International Connections. Student Union Hatch A Ballroom. 12:30 p.m. Featuring Haitian writer Evelyn Trouillot speaking on “The Linguistic Situation in Haiti: Language and Instruction.” Free. For more information, call 426-3652.

“The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor.” Special Events Center. 7 p.m. Rated PG-13. Free for students, $1 for non-students. Sponsored by Student Programs Board. For more information, call 426-4636.

“In My Own Skin: The Complexity of living as an Arab in America.” Student Union Cultural Center Lounge. 1 p.m. Presented by Muslim Student Association and co-sponsored by the Cultural Center. For more information, call 426-5950.

Women in Islam Panel. Student Union Jordan A Ballroom. 7 p.m. Presented by Muslim Student Association and co-sponsored by the Cultural Center. For more information, call 426-5950.

Friday, Oct. 24
MFA Reading Series Featuring Pamela Johnston. Student Union Lookout Room. 7:30 p.m. Johnston grew up in Boise and graduated from the University of Idaho before relocating to the Midwest. Johnston’s first novel, “Little Lost River,” was released earlier this year. Set in Boise in the 1980s, it is “an unforgettable novel about two generations, mothers and daughters, linked by bonds of love and pain.” Free. For more information, contact Jacob Powers at (208) 426-2669 or jacobpowers@boisestate.edu. 

Friday Islamic Service. 2719 W. Stewart Ave. Boise. Join the Islamic Center of Boise for Friday service. Presented by Muslim Student Association and co-sponsored by the Cultural Center. For more information, call 377-5217.

Friday and Saturday, Oct. 24-25.
Harmony by the River: The Barbershop Contest. Morrison Center. 6 p.m. Oct. 24 and beginning at 8 a.m. Oct. 25. The Boise Valley Chordsmen presents the finest in Evergreen Barbershop Harmony during this contest and convention. Tickets $15-$55 by calling 426-1110, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, the Morrison Center box office or online at http://www.idahotickets.com. 

Upcoming Events: Oct. 28-Nov. 12

Tuesday, Oct. 28
Economy Panel Session. Student Union Building Farnsworth Room. 12:40-1:30 p.m. The panel series, titled “Election 2008: Know the Issues,” will include faculty and community experts, including public officials, in discussions about issues identified by the College of Social Sciences and Public Affairs faculty members as central to the election. Free. For more information, call Will Rainford at 426-3184.

“Redefining America: Examining How Latinos are Reshaping the U.S.” Special Events Center. 7 p.m. This lecture is based on the results of the 2006 Latino National Survey. Luis Fraga, who was one of six principal investigators in the survey, will use findings from the survey to discuss the presence, diversity, political attitudes and behaviors of Latinos in the United States. The lecture is presented by the Boise State Political Science Department and is sponsored by the department’s new Latin American/Latino studies minor, Cultural Center, SSPA Dean’s Office, Academic Affairs and Student Affairs. Free parking will be available in the Lincoln Garage. For more information, call 426-5950.

Monday, Oct. 29
Monster Bash. Student Union Building. 6-9 p.m. Celebrate Halloween with kid-friendly festivities. Featuring games, food, drinks and prizes. For more information, e-mail spbfamily@boisestate.edu. 

Tuesday, Oct. 30- Wednesday Nov. 1
“Lucia di Lammermoor.” Open dress rehearsal at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 30; tickets for the rehearsal are $12 adults and $5 students at the door. Performance at 8 p.m. Nov. 1. Presented by Opera Idaho. “Lucia di Lammemoor” by Gaetano Donizetti is the touching, tragic love story set at the close of the 16th century in Scotland. Starring tenor Christopher Bengochea and Rochelle Bard. Tickets $10-$80 by calling 426-1110, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, the Morrison Center box office or http://www.idahotickets.com. 

“Halloween.” Student Union Special Events Center. 7 p.m. Rated R. For more information, e-mail http://sbpfilms.boisestate.edu. 

Friday Oct. 31-Sunday Nov. 2
Fred Fenster Workshop. Art Metals Studio, located in Liberal Arts Building Room 157. Fenster also will lead a three-day, hands-on pewtersmithing workshop. To register for the workshop, contact Anika Smulovitz at 426-4060 or anikasmulovitz@boisestate.edu. The workshop is $350 general, $325 for Idaho Metal Arts Guild members and $225 for students. A $100 materials fee is included in the registration cost.

Saturday, Nov. 1
Visiting Artist and Scholar Program, Featuring Fred Fenster. Student Union Farnsworth Room. 7 p.m. Internationally renowned artist Fred Fenster, professor emeritus at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, will give a lecture. Fenster’s appearance is sponsored by the Associated Students of Boise State University Art Metals Club. For more information, e-mail Carrie Gibson at cageorsage@aol.com.

Sunday, Nov. 2
Alanis Morissette. Morrison Center. 7:30 p.m. Alanis Morissette remains not only an enduringly popular artist, but one whose success stems from a fierce commitment to authenticity and, to an equal extent, vulnerability. Both of these traits enable her to climb to new ground on her new Maverick/Reprise album, “Flavors of Entanglement.” Tickets are $50-$60 dollars, available by calling 426-1110, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, Morrison Center box office or online at http://www.IdahoTickets.com. 

Saturday, Nov. 8
Football vs. Utah State. Bronco Stadium. Noon. For more information, call 426-4737.

Sunday, Nov. 9
BSU faculty ensemble Les Bois Piano Quartet. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 4 p.m. The performance features Purdy, violin; Linda Kline Lamar, viola; Brian Hodges, cello; Mark Hansen, piano. Craig Purdy will be performing works of Faure, Dohnányi, and David Johnson. For more information, call 426-3980.

Monday, Nov. 10
Guitar Studio Recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Solos, duets and quartets by Fernando Sor, J.S. Bach, Agustin Barrios, and much more. $5 general admission, $3 seniors and free for all students. For more information, call 426-3980.

Wednesday, Nov. 12
Student Health Fair. Student Union Jordan Ballroom. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Featuring a ribbon cutting and a speech given by Bronco football linebacker coach Viliami Tuivai. The health fair features more than 70 health booths offering free health screenings, safety tips, health information, prize giveaways and free gifts. Free. For more information, call 426-1946.

Basic Ski Touring Clinic. Student Recreation Center Classroom. 7-8:30 p.m. Join the Outdoor Program for an educational clinic about maintaining your skis. Learn to wax and make minor repairs on your skis, so you’ll fly down the mountain this winter. Free. Register at http://rec.boisestate.edu/outdoor/adventure/index.cfm. 
For more information, call 426-1946.

Thursday, Nov. 13-23
Dream Play. Morrison Center Danny Peterson Theatre. Nov. 13-15, 19-22 at 7:30 p.m. Matinee at 2 p.m. Nov. 16-23. Tickets $15 general, $12 for non-Boise state students, alumni and seniors. Free for students faculty and staff. All tickets are $9 each when purchased in groups of 10 or more. Get tickets by calling, 426-1110, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, the Morrison Center box office or http://www.idahotickets.com. 

Friday Nov. 14
Golden Dragon Acrobats. Morrison Center. 7:30 p.m. The Golden Dragon Acrobats represent the best of a time honored tradition that began more than 25 centuries ago. The Golden Dragons are recognized throughout the United States and abroad as the premiere Chinese acrobatic touring company of today. Ticket prices are $25 general, $15 for students. Available by calling 426-1110, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, Morrison Center box office or online at http://www.IdahoTickets.com.

Saturday, Nov. 15
Boise Philharmonic presents “Courage and Hope.” Morrison Center. 10 a.m. and 8:15 p.m. Pre-show at 7 p.m. Featuring conductor Robert Franz and Alpin Hong at the piano. Composing works by Ludwig Van Beethoven. For more information, call 344-7849.

Monday, Nov. 17
The Academy of St. Giles. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. The eight-member early music ensemble performs on replica instruments. Instrumental and vocal music of medieval France and Renaissance Denmark are featured. $5 general admission, $3 seniors and free for all students. For information, call 426-3980.

Saturday, Nov. 18
Greg Mortenson. Morrison Center. 7 p.m. Mortenson’s appearance is part of Boise State’s First Year Read program. “Three Cups of Tea” tells the story of Greg Mortenson, who sold everything and lived in his car to make good on his promise to an impoverished Pakistani village to build a school for its children. Mortenson combines his unique background with his intimate knowledge of the third world to fight terrorism with books, not bombs, and successfully bring education and hope to remote villages in central Asia. There are no tickets; seating is first-come, first-served. Groups of 10 or more should contact Brian MacDonald at (208) 426-4624 for seating arrangements. For more information on Boise State’s First Year Read or Mortenson’s appearance, visit http://firstyearread.boisestate.edu.

Wednesday, Nov. 19
Park and Ski Program. Student Recreation Center Classroom 7-8 p.m. Learn about Nordic ski and snowshoe opportunities just north of Idaho City. You will get a visual tour of the 55-mile long Park N' Ski trail system and the five backcountry yurts. If you plan to ski or snowshoe the deep powder at one of the yurts this winter, this program will help you plan a fun and safe trip. Free. Sponsored by Boise State Campus Recreation. Register at http://rec.boisestate.edu/outdoor/adventure/index.cfm. For more information, call 426-1946.

Tuesday, Nov. 21
“The Forgotten Carols.” Morrison Center. Since its release in 1991, Michael McLean has performed a theatrical version of “The Forgotten Carols” to sold-out audiences throughout the United States. Michael McLean is a songwriter, composer, author, performer, playwright, film producer and director. Ticket prices are $12-$20, groups of 10 or more $9.75-$16. Tickets are available by calling 426-1110, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, Morrison Center box office or online at http://www.IdahoTickets.com. 

Tuesday, Dec. 2
Broadway In Boise presents “Jim Brickman’s Christmas Show.” Morrison Center 7:30 p.m. Jim Brickman's holiday concerts have been compared to a gathering of friends and family that resonate with the true spirit of Christmas. Jim Brickman performs his hits, along with beloved carols and holiday standards. Tickets are $75-$25, available by calling 426-1110, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, Morrison Center box office or online at http://www.IdahoTickets.com. 

Saturday, Dec. 6
“Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” Morrison Center. 7 p.m. This Christmas tale, based on a new classic by Barbara Robinson, discloses the story of a couple putting together a church Christmas pageant. The couple runs into trouble and is faced with casting the Herdman Kids, who are known as the most awful kids in history. The result is a delightful evening of fun, mayhem and entertainment. Tickets are $10, available by calling 426-1110, all Select-a-Seat outlets, Morrison Center box office or online at   http://www.IdahoTickets.com    
 
Thursday, Dec. 11
The Elektric Havoc. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. The music of the Beatles, 1962-1969, is performed by the music majors and graduate students in the Music Department's Rock History class. $5 General Admission, $3 Seniors and free for all students. For information, call 426-3980.

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Last reviewed on Thursday, October 16, 2008