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The Sistah Power program will host its fifth “We Play Drums” celebration on the second floor of the Students’ Building on Friday, December 5, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. ... Full Story
Accomplished author and associate professor of Hispanic studies at Vassar, Mihai Grünfeld will read from his critically acclaimed memoir of a post-Holocaust childhood, Leaving – Memories of Romania, on Saturday,... Full Story
The fall season of Experimental Theater of Vassar College, presented by the drama department, will offer three productions this November and December that are free and open to the public.... Full Story
The Vassar Music Department will present a wide array of choral, orchestral, and chamber music programs during the months of November and December, culminating with the annual “A Service of... Full Story
The Choir of Queens’ College, Cambridge University, considered among the best mixed choirs in England, will perform during a special concert to benefit Community Works on Wednesday, December 10, at... Full Story
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NEWBURGH, NY (December 4, 2008) -- Senior forward Matt Nunn (Lower Gywnedd, PA/Abington Friends) pictured left, scored a career high 26 points on 11-of-16 shooting from the field, to propel... Full Story
POUGHKEEPSIE, NY (December 3, 2008) – Though the Vassar College men’s squash team dropped a 7-2 match to Fordham University on Wednesday evening at Kenyon Courts, it was an evening... Full Story
POUGHKEEPSIE, NY (December 3, 2008) – With the end of the fall semester quickly approaching, this weekend nearly concludes athletics competition until the new year. Men’s and women’s swim and... Full Story
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College Center, Palmer Gallery
Petropolis! St. Petersburg Days at Vassar: Reflections of Petropolis. A multi-media exhibition that brings together various aspects of the city's image: from book illustration, photography and videos to contemporary works by Petersburg artists. Through December 19th.
Kenyon Hall, Club Room
Evan Pritchard, Native American Studies professor, Marist College, will lead a time for meditation and reflection while exploring the topic of reality. Sponsored by Wholistic.
College Center, Faculty Commons
This will be the only opportunity to get a copy of "Contrast" this semester. You will be able to come by and pick up a magazine, but we will also have activities, food, and music!
Bayit, Multipurpose Room
Shabbat every Friday night (during academic year) at 6:00pm followed by communal vegetarian meal, at 7pm. At the Bayit.
Rockefeller Hall, 200
A marathon of the greatest sitcom in the history of sits or coms. "Arrested Development," with cornballs and unlimited juice.
Students' Building, Second Floor
The Sistah Power! Program is hosting the fifth "We Play Drums Celebration." Join us for an evening of reflection, sharing, drumming and dance. Students in the program will share their semester long experiences of bonding, learning and growing. The Celebration marks the conclusion of the fall portion of the Sistah Power! Program. The Celebration showcases the African dance and drumming the girls in the program have learned throughout the semester. The Celebration also highlights the bond established between the young girls in the program and the Vassar students who lead activities with them throughout the semester. Join us for an evening of reflection, sharing, drumming and dance.
Blodgett, Nora Ann Wallace '73 Auditorium
Filmscreening brought to you by ViCE Film League. 7pm, Blodgett.
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"Skirker." Contact the boxoffice located inside the Powerhouse Theater for more information. Phone: 845-437-5584. Email: boxoffice@vassar.edu. Walkins: Monday-Friday, 1pm-5pm. Reservations for all performances are required. All reservations are complimentary and seating is limited. December 4, 5, 6. Martel Theater.
Susan Stein Shiva Theater
The Philaletheis Society presents "Art," a play that examines the friendship of three individuals through their perceptions of art and each other.
Taylor Hall, 102
Sanders Hall, 212
"Little Shop of Horrors" is a rock musical by composer Alan Menken and writer Howard Ashman, about a nerdy florist shop worker Seymour (Jon Fuller), who raises a plant from outerspace that feeds on human blood. Come fall in love with Seymour and Audrey (J. Moliere) and rock with our human-eating-giant-alien plant. Directed by Diana Tordoff '11 and music directed by Jackie Papadopoulos '10.
College Center, Matthew's Pub
Fem Alliance takes over the Mug for a night of all-female non-misogynist dance music.
College Center, Palmer Gallery
Petropolis! St. Petersburg Days at Vassar: Reflections of Petropolis. A multi-media exhibition that brings together various aspects of the city's image: from book illustration, photography and videos to contemporary works by Petersburg artists. Through December 19th.
Bayit, Multipurpose Room
Bagel Brunch at the Bayit every Saturday at noon. Come to Bagel Brunch and learn more!
Rockefeller Hall, 200
Join the Vassar Islamic Society for a screening of the Palistani film, "Khudake Liye!"
Kenyon Hall, 100
Come see your favorite FlyPeople strut their stuff in the best student run student-choreographed dance show of the season! Also 8-9pm.
Ely Hall, Aula
Accomplished author and associate professor of Hispanic studies at Vassar, Mihai Grunfeld will read from his critically acclaimed memoir of a post-Holocaust childhood,"Leaving - Memories of Romania." Set in Cluj, the third largest city of Romania, where Grunfeld was born in 1951, "Leaving" recounts the author's childhood as the son of impoverished Holocaust survivors. Followed by reception. Books will be available for purchase at the reception.
Susan Stein Shiva Theater
The Philaletheis Society presents "Art," a play that examines the friendship of three individuals through their perceptions of art and each other.
Sanders Hall, 212
"Little Shop of Horrors" is a rock musical by composer Alan Menken and writer Howard Ashman, about a nerdy florist shop worker Seymour (Jon Fuller), who raises a plant from outerspace that feeds on human blood. Come fall in love with Seymour and Audrey (J. Moliere) and rock with our human-eating-giant-alien plant. Directed by Diana Tordoff '11 and music directed by Jackie Papadopoulos '10.
Blodgett, Nora Ann Wallace '73 Auditorium
Filmscreening brought to you by ViCE Film League. 7pm, Blodgett.
Calendar
"Skirker." Contact the boxoffice located inside the Powerhouse Theater for more information. Phone: 845-437-5584. Email: boxoffice@vassar.edu. Walkins: Monday-Friday, 1pm-5pm. Reservations for all performances are required. All reservations are complimentary and seating is limited. December 4, 5, 6. Martel Theater.
Kenyon Hall, 100
Come see your favorite FlyPeople strut their stuff in the best student run student-choreographed dance show of the season!
Taylor Hall, 102
Sketch comedy!
Sanders Hall, 212
"Little Shop of Horrors" is a rock musical by composer Alan Menken and writer Howard Ashman, about a nerdy florist shop worker Seymour (Jon Fuller), who raises a plant from outerspace that feeds on human blood. Come fall in love with Seymour and Audrey (J. Moliere) and rock with our human-eating-giant-alien plant. Directed by Diana Tordoff '11 and music directed by Jackie Papadopoulos '10.
Students' Building, Second Floor
Come to the Students' Building dressed to impress, for a night of music and dancing! There will be food, as well as alcohol for those over 21. (10pm-2am)
College Center, Matthew's Pub
Come dance with the senior class!
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