January 11, 2005

This Week At Boise State Jan. 16-22

The following are upcoming events at Boise State University for the week of Jan. 16-22. Please note that all events are subject to change. For updated information on all events, go to http://events.boisestate.edu.   Events of special note:   Human Rights Week, see Jan. 17-21   JAN. 17-21   Human Rights Week. Boise State University observes Martin Luther King Jr./Idaho Human Rights Week with a variety of events centered on the theme “Higher Unlearning.” See events.boisestate.edu for a complete program schedule. For more information, call 426-4636.             Monday, Jan. 17 Human rights march to the Statehouse. Meet at the Student Union at 9 a.m. March to the Capitol at 10:30 a.m. Rally for human rights on the Capitol steps at 11:15 a.m. Free.   “Slam for Justice” poetry slam. Funny Bone Comedy Club, 8th Street Marketplace. 7 p.m. Student and community poets can compete for cash and prizes on the theme of social justice and human rights. $5 general, $3 with Boise State student ID.   Jan. 18-21 Educational seminars. Student Union Hatch and Farnsworth rooms. Educational workshops, films and more on human rights topics. Free.   Friday, Jan. 21 Keynote address by Martin Luther King III. Student Union Jordan Ballroom. 7 p.m. Free tickets are available at the Student Union Information Desk.   MONDAY, JAN. 17 February One: The Greensboro Four, Diverse Perspectives Film Series.  Cultural Center. 5:30 p.m. This documentary tells the story of four college freshmen who launched a sit-in at the White-only lunch counter of a Greensboro, N.C., Woolworths. Free. Presented by the Cultural Center, Student Activities, Independent Television Service (ITVS), International Programs Office and Idaho Public Television. Call 426-5950.   JAN. 19-20 Michael Flatley’s “Lord of the Dance.” Morrison Center Main Hall. 7:30 p.m. This international sensation is a classic Irish tale of good vs. evil, as well as a love story expressed through dance. Presented by Broadway in Boise. $27.50-$49.50 through Select-a-Seat. Call 426-1494.   FRIDAY, JAN. 21 Karaoke Happy Hour. Cultural Center. 3-5 p.m. Free. Call 426-5950. New Shanghai Circus. Morrison Center Main Hall. 7:30 p.m. From contortionists to plate spinners to dragon dancers, incredible acrobats of China combine artistry and athleticism in amazing acts of grace and ease. $15-$20 through Select-a-Seat. Call 426-1494.   SATURDAY, JAN. 22 Service Saturday. Student Union Food Court. 8:45 a.m. Join students and community members in service projects focusing on human rights issues. Presented by the Volunteer Services Board. Call 426-4240 or 426-4248. Boise Philharmonic “Scandinavian Winter.” Morrison Center Main Hall. 8:15 p.m. Features excerpts from Greig’s “Peer Gynt,” Wiren’s “Serenade for String Orchestra” and Sibelius’ “Symphony No. 2.” Tickets are $12-$49 through the Boise Philharmonic Association, 344-7849. 10 a.m. dress rehearsal, $5/$10 at the door. Free pre-concert lecture at 7 p.m., Morrison Center Recital Hall. For more information, call 426-3980.     UPCOMING EVENTS   JAN 26-27 International Wildlife Film Festival. The Flicks, 646 Fulton St. 4:30, 7 and 9:15 p.m. $7.50 general, $5.50 matinees, children, seniors and students at the door. Proceeds benefit Bald Eagle Days and conservation and environmental education efforts of the Idaho Bird Observatory.   WEDNESDAY, JAN. 26 Idaho WWAMI Mini Medical School. St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center, Anderson Center. 7-9 p.m. Registration is $35, due by Jan. 18. Call St. Luke’s at 381-1200.   THURSDAY, JAN. 27 Coffeehouse Concert Series, featuring songwriter and instrumentalist John Vecchiarelli. Student Union Brava! Stage. 5-7 p.m. Free. Call 426-4636.   FRIDAY, JAN. 28 Merle Haggard. Morrison Center Main Hall. 8 p.m. $32.50 through Select-a-Seat. Call 426-1494. Salsa Dancing Happy Hour. Cultural Center. 3-5 p.m. Free. Call 426-5950.   SATURDAY, JAN. 29 Bald Eagle Days wildlife viewing and education day. Idaho Shakespeare Festival, 5657 Warm Springs Blvd. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Call 344-4199. Chicago Brass. Boise State Special Events Center. 8 p.m. Presented by Student Union Classical Performances. $10 general, $5 for students 17 and under, seniors and Boise State students, faculty, staff and alumni. Call 426-1494.   -30-   Media Contacts: Kathleen Craven, communications and marketing, (208) 426-3275 Rachel Bonilla,  communications and marketing, (208) 426-3196