News Release

January 17, 2007


This Week at Boise State

The following are upcoming events at Boise State University for the week of Jan. 21-27. Please note that all events are subject to change. For updated information on all events, visit http://events.boisestate.edu.
 
EVENTS OF SPECIAL NOTE:
Jan. 25-27: “Bald Eagle Days.” The public is invited to view bald eagles and other wildlife along the Boise River, watch award-winning wildlife films from around the world and attend a gala auction and dinner as part of the eighth annual Bald Eagle Days. For a full list of events, visit http://baldeagledays.blogspot.com.  For more information, call 426-4354.

EXHIBITIONS:
Through Feb. 20: “Here: Considerations of Place in Contemporary Photography.” Gallery 1, Liberal Arts Building and Gallery 2, Hemingway Center. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, noon-4 p.m. Saturday; closed Sundays and university holidays. Featuring the work of Alex Emmons, Thomas Lewis, Danielle Mericle, TJ Norris, Craig Payne and Shawn Records. Opening reception, 6-8 p.m. Jan. 26. Free. Call 426-3994.

Through Feb. 23: MLK Human Rights Art Exhibit, “Our Complex Past.” Student Union Gallery. 7 a.m.-11 p.m. daily. “Our Complex Past” reflects upon Idaho’s history of human rights from the early 1800s through today. This exhibition is presented by Boise State University Student Activities. Free. Call 426-4636.

SUNDAY, JAN. 21
American Piano Duo. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 4 p.m. The American Piano Duo, featuring Jeffrey Shumway and Del Parkinson, will perform a program called “Bolero!,” centered around the well-known piece by Ravel. Other familiar pieces include “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” by Dukas and “Hoe-Down” from Aaron Copland’s ballet, “Rodeo.” $5 general, $3 seniors, free to students of all ages and Boise State faculty and staff. Call 426-3980.

MONDAY, JAN. 22
Frank Church Conference on Public Affairs. Student Union Jordan Ballroom. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. This year’s conference focuses on global warming. The day sessions are free and open to the public, except for the luncheon, which is sold out. For more information on the conference, call 426-2941 or e-mail garrywenske@boisestate.edu.

Al Gore. Taco Bell Arena. 7 p.m. Former Vice President Gore will give the keynote address for the Frank Church Institute conference on global warming. Tickets are required. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. No recording devices will be allowed inside the arena.

Garrison Keillor. Morrison Center. 7:30 p.m. Radio personality and author of A Prairie Home Companion presents “An Evening with Garrison Keillor.” Tickets $45-$70, plus applicable fees, through Select-a-Seat by calling 426-1110 or online at http://idahotickets.com. For more information, call 426-3663 or visit http://radio.boisestate.edu/.

TUESDAY, JAN. 23
Student Organization Fair. Student Union Building first floor. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Fairs will also take place Jan. 24-25. Boise State is home to more than 200 student organizations. Each fair will host about 20 different organizations. During the fairs, students can learn about the rewards of campus involvement. Free. Call 426-2540.

Cristopher Lucas. Student Union Brava! Stage. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The Boise State University Student Programs Board presents singer/songwriter Cristopher Lucas as part of the “Concert Trifecta,” which will feature three musical artists for three consecutive Tuesdays. Free. Call 426-1728.

Women of Color Luncheon. Student Union Bishop Barnwell Room. Noon. A luncheon to discuss the issues that women of color face on the Boise State University campus. Sponsored by the Cultural Center and the Women’s Center. Free. RSVP by calling 426-4259 or 426-5950.

Diverse Perspectives Series. Student Union Bishop Barnwell Room. 5:30-7 p.m.; Jan. 27: 10 a.m.-noon, Room 102E of BSU West. “Beyond Beats and Rhymes,” part of the Diverse Perspectives Film Series, takes an in-depth look at rap music and hip-hop culture, where creative genius, poetic beauty and beats collide with misogyny, violence and homophobia. Free. Call 426-4636.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 24
Four Rivers Permit Lottery Information Session. Student Recreation Center Classroom. 7 p.m. The Main Salmon, Middle Fork of the Salmon, Selway and Snake-Hells Canyon rivers, located in central Idaho and eastern Oregon, offer a broad range of floating and recreation opportunities. This session will help participants through the application process, answer questions on historic flows, launch dates and equipment requirements. Free. Call 426-2628.

THURSDAY, JAN. 25
Idaho Standardized Achievement Test Workshop. Student Union Lookout Room. 3:30-5:30 p.m. This workshop will provide much-needed information about what the new ISAT means for students, teachers and parents. Free. Call 426-4437.

International Wildlife Film Festival. The Flicks, 646 Fulton Street. 4:30 p.m. For the third straight year, Bald Eagle Days will feature the film festival. Four unique shows will spotlight 19 of the festival’s top award-winning films, appropriate for the entire family. This event will also take place Jan. 26 at 4:30 p.m. and Jan. 27 at 12:30 and 3 p.m. Tickets $6 at the door. For a complete listing of films and schedules, visit http://baldeagledays.blogspot.com. For more information, call 426-4354.

“Pure Passion.” Student Union Special Events Center. 8 p.m. Idaho Dance Theatre presents a powerful, athletic, theatrical and contemporary dance performance. Completely original choreography by Idaho’s most experienced and accomplished dance artists. This event also takes place Jan. 26-27 and at 2 p.m. Jan. 28. Tickets $25 adults, $12 for students, seniors and military through Select-a-Seat. For more information, call 331-9592.

FRIDAY, JAN. 26
George Strait. Taco Bell Arena. 7:30 p.m. “King of Country” George Strait has sold more than 71 million records and has 53 No. 1 hits, earning him a spot in the Country Music Hall of Fame. Strait has been a crowd favorite since the early 1980s, and more than two decades later he’s still on top. Tickets $51-$61 at the Taco Bell Arena box office, 426-1766; Select-a-Seat outlets or http://www.idahotickets.com.

The Lowe Family. Morrison Center. 7:30 p.m. This talented family performs two power-packed hours of fast-paced entertainment. See for yourself why people are rating the Lowe Family the No. 1 show in Branson, Mo. Tickets $20 adults, $15 children 15 and younger by calling 426-1110, Select-a-Seat outlets, the Morrison Center box office or http://www.idahotickets.com.

SATURDAY, JAN. 27
Boise Philharmonic. Morrison Center. 10 a.m. and 8:15 p.m., pre-lecture at 7 p.m. The Boise Philharmonic presents “American Voices,” featuring music by John Williams, Aaron Copland, Charles Ives and George and Ira Gershwin. Call 344-7849 for ticket information.

Lunar New Year Festival. Student Union Jordan Ballroom. 6:30 p.m. Celebrate the year of the pig at the Lunar New Year Festival 2007. Presented by the Boise State University Vietnamese Student Association. Admission is $10 general and $5 for students with ID. Admission is free for children younger than 6. Tickets available through Select-a-Seat, 426-1494. For more information, call 921-8567.

Upcoming Events

SUNDAY, JAN. 28
The Faculty Artist Series. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 4 p.m. The Faculty Artist Series will feature a viola recital by Linda Kline Lamar. She will be accompanied by James Cook, piano, and Samuel Smith, cello. The concert will feature the music of Beethoven, Kodaly, Hindemith and Schumann. $5 general, $3 seniors, free to students of all ages and Boise State faculty and staff. Call 426-3665.

MONDAY, JAN. 29
Campus Recreation Instructional Programs. Student Recreation Center. Challenge yourself, learn a new skill or increase your fitness level by enrolling in an instructional program. Classes are taught by experienced instructors and progress from basic instruction to more advanced skills. Registration has begun for classes in salsa dancing, tai chi, mat Pilates, swimming and more. Classes begin Jan. 29 and last for six weeks, until March 9, or 12 weeks, until April 27. Prices range from $45 to $135. For more information, visit http://rec.boisestate.edu/fitness/instruction. Call 426-5644.

Hypnotist C.J. Johnson. Student Union Hatch Ballroom. 7 p.m. Johnson has performed around the country and has hypnotized more than 10,000 people. His show blends hilarious antics and amazement. Free. Call 426-1728.

TUESDAY, JAN. 30
Matt Vrba. Student Union Brava! Stage. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The Boise State University Student Programs Board presents singer/songwriter Matt Vrba as part of the “Concert Trifecta,” which will feature three musical artists for three consecutive Tuesdays. Vrba’s debut album “Everywhere In Between,” was released in June 2004. Free. Call 426-1728.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 31
MFA Reading Series. Student Union Bishop Barnwell Room. 7:30 p.m. Poet Clayton Eshleman will read from his works, which include “The Name Encanyoned River,” “Sulfur,” “An Alchemist With One Eye on Fire” and others. Free. For more information, e-mail davidnicholas@boisestate.edu.

THURSDAY, FEB. 1
Backcountry Avalanche Safety Seminar. Student Recreation Center. 6-9 p.m. This seminar will provide the basic foundation of knowledge and judgment skills required for winter backcountry travel and backcountry skiing. Emphasis will be placed on assessing snow pack stability, route selection, group leadership, hazard assessment, rescue and evacuation procedures. Registration cost is $45. Register by Jan. 26. Call 426-2628.

FRIDAY, FEB. 2
“The Reluctant Dragon.” Morrison Center. 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. This ENCORE! play based on the story by Kenneth Grahame focuses on a dragon who is not the fearsome type. The production is most enjoyed by children in preschool to fifth grade. For ticket information, call 426-1034.

Discover Engineering Days. Room 110 of the Engineering and Technology Building. 5 p.m. Discover Engineering Days beings with opening ceremonies and presentations and includes a variety of hands-on engineering and science activities through Feb. 3. Activities include using liquid nitrogen to make ice cream, watching a bomb squad robot, viewing the College of Engineering’s wind tunnel and more. Most activities do not require pre-registration. Free. Call 426-4432.

SATURDAY, FEB. 3
Honor Band Concert. Morrison Center Main Hall. 7:30 p.m. $5 general, $3 for seniors and free for students of all ages and Boise State faculty and staff. Call 426-3980.


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Media Contacts: Julie Hahn, University Communications, (208) 426-5540
Tessa Schweigert, University Communications, (208) 426-3196

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Last reviewed on Tuesday, February 27, 2007