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Calendar of events
Sept. 2
Richmond College First Fridays
11:30 a.m., South Court Lounge
This is a casual opportunity for students to meet the deans of Richmond College or to have a conversation about opinions, concerns and questions. Come by, enjoy pizza and say hello.
Sept. 6
Lunch talk, "What Went Wrong in Iraq?"
12-1:30 p.m.
Dr. Muhammad S. Sahli, past president of the Islamic Center of Virginia and a scholar of Islam, Islamic civilization and the West, will speak. Bring your lunch and enjoy provided cookies and soft drinks. Registration is required; call 287-6344 or 287-6608. The talk is sponsored by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute and is free and open to the public.
Sept. 7
Panel discussion of "Hate Crimes"
7 p.m., Weinstein Hall, Brown-Alley Room
The Rev. Daphne Burt, chaplain of the University of Richmond; Dr. Sarah Jane Brubaker, assistant professor of sociology at VCU; Richmond Law School Dean Rod Smolla; and Special Agent Judy Sykes of the Richmond FBI discuss hate crimes from historical, religious, sociological, legal and law enforcement perspectives.
Sept. 8
Volunteer Fair
10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tyler Haynes Commons
Sept. 8
Lecture, "Why Paint?"
7 p.m., Cousins Studio Theatre, Modlin Center
Artist Bernard Chaet will speak, followed by a reception and viewing of the exhibition, "A Good Day for Painting: The Art of Bernard Chaet."
Sept. 9
Meet the Artists Series
12:30-1 p.m., Harnett Museum of Art
Jeremy Drummond, assistant professor of art, will speak on "Everyday Aesthetics."
Sept. 9, 10
Pilobolus Dance Theatre
7:30 p.m., Alice Jepson Theatre
After two sold-out performances in 2001, Pilobolus Dance Theatre returns to open the 10th anniversary season. From its beginnings in a Dartmouth College dance class in 1971, Pilobolus has grown into a major American dance company of international influence. Acclaimed for their startling mix of humor and invention, members choreograph, dance, manage and publicize their own programs. Please note: Some dance pieces may contain partial nudity. Tickets: $30 adults, $28 seniors, $15 children, $22 UR faculty/staff, $8 UR students.
Sept. 11
9/11 Observance
9 a.m.
Vans leave for St. Paul's Baptist Church. The service will feature gospel recording artists Kurt Carr and the Kurt Carr Singers, RiZen and Smokie Norful. Sign up at the Chaplaincy.
Sept. 14
eighth blackbird
"Lucid, Inescapable Rhythms"
7:30 p.m., Camp Concert Hall, Booker Hall of Music
With an established reputation for provocative and engaging performances, eighth blackbird is one of the premier new music groups in the world. During their inaugural season, the new University ensemble-in-residence won the hearts of students, faculty and Modlin patrons. For the first of two concerts this season, eighth blackbird offers works by contemporary composers Fred Lerdahl, Jefferson Friedman, Marcus Maroney and David Lang. Sponsored in part by the Department of Music. Tickets: $30 adults, $28 seniors, $15 children, $22 UR faculty/staff, Free UR students
Sept. 15
WILL/WGSS Speaker Series
7 p.m., Tyler Haynes Commons, Alice Haynes Room
Evelynn M. Hammonds, professor of the history of science and Afro-American studies at Harvard University, opens the 2005-06 series. She will discuss "The Return of Biological Race: Science and Politics in the 21st Century." Hammonds chaired one of two task forces charged with making recommendations to promote gender diversity in faculty ranks and academic leadership positions established by Harvard president Lawrence Summers following his controversial remark that women might not have the same "intrinsic aptitude" as men in science and math.
Sept. 16
Cyro Baptista and Beat the Donkey
7:30 p.m., Alice Jepson Theatre
Brazilian at its core with African, Indonesian and American rock, hip-hop, funk and jazz, Beat the Donkey springs from the imagination of bad-boy percussionist Cyro Baptista (who has worked with Sting, Paul Simon and Herbie Hancock). He leads an ensemble of drummers, percussionists, samba dancers, tap dancers, Capoeira performers, singers, a D.J. and exotically costumed players for a musical spectacle unlike any other. Sponsored in part by the Department of Music and the cultural affairs committee. Tickets: $32 adults, $30 seniors, $16 children, $24 UR faculty/staff, Free UR students
Sept. 17
The Jim Cullum Jazz Band
7:30 p.m., Camp Concert Hall, Booker Hall of Music
Star of Public Radio International's acclaimed jazz show, "Riverwalk, Live from the Landing," The Jim Cullum Jazz Band has been active for more than 40 years and is often cited as the premier classic jazz band in America. The band's repertoire covers a lot of ground-from 19th-century cakewalks to the small, pre-war Benny Goodman ensembles. Tickets: $32 adults, $30 seniors, $16 children, $24 UR faculty/staff , $8 UR students
Sept. 19
Shanghai Quartet with Ida Kavafian, violin, and Peter Wiley, cello
7:30 p.m., Camp Concert Hall, Booker Hall of Music
This special chamber music program will feature Brahms' String Sextet No. 1 in B Flat Major and String Sextet No. 2 in G Major. Sponsored in part by the Robins Foundation. Tickets: $30 adults, $28 seniors, $15 children, $22 UR faculty/staff, Free UR students
Sept. 20
Reception and preview of two exhibitions
6-7:30 p.m., Lora Robins Gallery of Design from Nature
Preview "Roots of Creativity: Landscapes by Hans Friedrich Grohs" and "Mattering: Recent Works by Fiona Ross."
Sept. 21
Donald L. Oehler, clarinet; Benjamin Rawitz, piano
7:30 p.m., Booker Hall of Music, Camp Concert Hall
Donald Oehler, clarinetist and professor of music at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, has drawn high praise as a soloist, chamber musician, conductor and educator. Israeli-born pianist Benjamin Rawitz is a soloist and chamber musician living in Brussels, where he is on the staff of the Royal Conservatory of Music (Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussel). They have collaborated in recital settings and in chamber music venues for more than 13 years in six countries. Tickets are not required for this free event.
Sept. 22
Dinner talk, "Yoga for Energy and Health"
6:15-8:15 p.m.
Kamini Pahuja, who is trained in integral Hatha Yoga, basic meditation and stress management, will discuss age-old Yoga breathing techniques and stress the basics of breathing as a life force. There will be some demonstration exercises with participation optional. No special clothing is required. Bring your dinner and enjoy cookies and soft drinks. Seating is limited, and registration is required. Call 287-6344 or 287-6608. The talk is sponsored by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute and is free and open to the public.
Sept. 22
"Enhancing Richmond" President Cooper chats with students
6:30-8:00 p.m. Gray Court lounge
Students are invited to an open, informal conversation with Dr. Cooper about where the University is and where it's headed. Bring your questions. Cookies and sodas will be provided.
Sept. 23
Labyrinth Walk
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Contact the Chaplaincy for more information about this spiritual meditation walk.
Sept. 23
Meet the Artists Series
12:30-1 p.m., Lora Robins Gallery of Design from Nature
Fiona Ross, adjunct assistant professor of art, will speak on "The Oppositional Nature of Matter."
Sept. 23
Department of Music Family Weekend concert
7:30 p.m., Camp Concert Hall, Booker Hall of Music
The annual Family Weekend concert will showcase the Department of Music's major ensembles in performances by the University Choir, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra and Schola Cantorum. Tickets are not required for this free event.
Sept. 27
Lunch talk, "Global Warming"
12-1:30 p.m.
Dr. David Kitchen, School of Continuing Studies assistant dean and director of summer programs, will take a fresh look at the global warming debate. Bring your lunch and enjoy cookies and soft drinks. Seating is limited and registration is required. Call 287-6344 or 287-6608. The talk is sponsored by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute and is free and open to the public.
Sept. 27
Interfaith Open Mic
6:30 p.m., Cellar
An interfaith dialog sponsored by the Chaplaincy.
Sept. 27
Exhibition walk-through and preview
7 p.m., Harnett Museum of Art and Print Study Center
"Looking at the Life and Art of Pierra Daura," an exhibition walk-through and preview of the exhibition, "Pierra Daura, Catalán-American Modernist: People, Places and Things" will be hosted by co-curators Bradley Jane Wright, '06, (2005 Harnett summer research fellow) and Richard Waller, executive director of University Museums.
Sept. 28
Lunchtime Forum
11:30 a.m.-1:20 p.m., Richmond Room
April and Malcolm Hill (biology) will speak on "Using marine sponges as a model to study fundamental biological questions from molecular genetics to global warming."
All faculty and staff from any academic school or administrative unit, including retired faculty and staff, who wish to participate in this forum are invited to pick up a free lunch in the University Club between 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., take it to the Richmond Room and enjoy lunch and conversation until 12:30 p.m., when the speakers will begin their 20-minute talk. A half-hour of questions, comments and discussion will follow, with the proceedings ending at 1:20 p.m. Anyone who plans to pick up a free lunch should sign up in advance at the University Club or reserve a lunch through Rosa Garcia of dining services (rgarcia2@richmond.edu or 289-8511) by noon Sept. 21. Anyone wishing to bring his or her own lunch or not have lunch, is also welcome.
Sept. 30
Plein-air painting workshop
12:30-4 p.m., meet at Lora Robins Gallery of Design from Nature
Artist Rudi Racenis Winebrenner will conduct this outdoor landscape watercolor painting workshop. Registration is required and space is limited. There is a $10 materials fee. Call 287-6424 for reservations.
Sept. 30
Rockapella
7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., Camp Concert Hall, Booker Hall of Music
Tickets: $32 adults, $30 seniors, $16 children, $24 UR faculty/staff, $8 UR students
Each Sunday, beginning Sept. 4, there will be an ecumenical Christian worship service in Cannon Memorial Chapel beginning at 3:16 p.m.
(Send items for the October calendar to richmondnow@richmond.edu no later than Aug. 31.)
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