EVENTS LISTINGS

Campus events

The Graduate Students’ Association is STILL hiring an editor/ production manager for the Gradzette. For information contact Meghan Gallant at 474-9181. Someone apply!

Faye HeavyShield: “River and other words.” Oct. 19, 2 p.m. School of Art. Rm. 207. For info about HeavyShield, a well-known contemporary Canadian artist, contact Marilyn Baker, Chair, Art History Area, School of Art: Bakermc@cc.umanitoba.ca.

U of M Undergraduate Psychology Students’ Association: Wine and Cheese. Thur., Oct. 20, 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Psychology Lounge, P408 Duff Roblin. Free admission and food, all are invited to attend.

The Da Vinci code: Bogus? Or killing blow to Christianity? Thurs., Oct. 20, 11:30 a.m. in the MPR, 2nd Floor U Centre. Featured speaker: Kirk Durston, National Director, New Scholars Society.

Does God Exist? Debate: Atheist: Phil Veldhuis, Department of Philosophy, U of M, and Theist: Kirk Durston, National Director, New Scholars Society. Fri., Oct. 21, 11:30 a.m. MPR, 2nd Floor U Centre.

Native Studies Coloquium Series, Wednesdays 12:30 – 1:20, Rm. 307 Tier; Everyone welcome!

Dafoe Library Graduate Students: Oct. 21 – Christa Bradley, Archival Studies, “Coming of Age - Archival Public Programming for Older Canadians”; Oct. 28 - Marilyn Simon, English, “Race, Sexuality and Sado-Masochism in Shakespeare’s Othello.” Iceland Board Room, third floor Dafoe Library, from 12:30 to 1:30.

Hey Christians, come help change the world! Join us for CRU – the weekly meeting of Campus Crusade for Christ. Every Wednesday at 5 p.m. in 200 Education. Inspiring worship, challenging speakers, awesome fellowship, equipping for ministry.

Clothing Drive: Social Work Students’ Association is collecting clothing for the Elizabeth Hill Counselling Centre. Drop off clothes at 508 Tier or 101 U. Centre. Info: umswsa@gmail.com.

Taiaiake Alfred, research chair at UVic, well known for his scholarship on Indigenous empowerment, leadership and resistance, speaking Oct. 27, 7 p.m. Marshall McLuhan Hall. FREE. Everyone welcome. Info: taradw@yahoo.com.

Live and learn

Canada in Haiti: Waging War on the Poor Majority: Yves Engler and Anthony Fenton discuss their new book. Oct. 20, 7 p.m. 91 Albert St., 3rd Floor. $5 or pay what you can. Drinks following. Info: http://winnipeg.indymedia.org/item.php?149E.

Halloween Around the World at The Manitoba Museum with Ian Ross. Oct. 22, 2 p.m. Explore different festivals that honour the dead throughout the world. Free with paid admission to any museum attraction. Info: 988-0614 or hmoncrieff@manitobamuseum.ca.

Men and Allies, strategy meeting for the annual White Ribbon awareness campaign. Oct 27, 6:30 p.m. The campaign is the largest effort in the world for men working to end violence against women. Men’s Resource Centre. Rm. 201-321 McDermot. Refreshments provided! Info: David/ Kouki 956-9523 or umhard11@cc.umanitoba.ca.

Got an extra laptop? Kadipefa, a cooperative of farmers with disabilities in the town of Kawule, Uganda http:\\www.kadipefa.org is in need of a working laptop that can run word and excel. If you can help, contact the fabulous Molly M. at mollym@mts.net.

Financial fitness group for women: money management, budgeting, spending plans, emotional and spiritual aspects of money. FREE. 8 sessions, Tues. mornings. Register/ Info: Fort Garry Women’s Resource Centre. Info/Reg. 477-1123.

Endless opportunities

VOLUNTEER LANGUAGE PARTNERS needed at the English Language Centre, U of M. Call Corrie at (204) 298-6937 to sign-up. References and interview required.

Frontier College is seeking volunteer tutors to work with children, youth and adults who want to improve their literacy skills. One hour per week, Oct. to Dec. and Jan. to April. Training and on-site support provided. Contact: 253-7993 or wpgcoordinator@hotmail.com.

Manitoba Artists in Healthcare is looking for musicians willing to volunteer to play in hospitals. For details, please call Shirley Grierson at 475-8085 between noon and 6 p.m.

The SPANISH INSTITUTE is holding the following events: LA TERTULIA: Current issues and debates in Spanish, first Friday of the month, 6 – 8 p.m. SPANISH BOOK CLUB: second Friday of the month, 6 – 8 p.m. SPANISH MOVIE CLUB: third Friday of the month, 6 – 8 p.m. Info: 832-9893 or www.spanishinstitute.ca.

Seven Oaks General Hospital seeks daytime volunteers for the gift shop, lobby, visiting and clerical work. Interested? Call: 632-3179 or www.sogh.mb.ca.

Volunteer for Jewish Child and Family Service: You don’t have to be Jewish to volunteer at JCFS. Come and visit us at University Centre on Wed., Sept. 28.

Youth Drop-In Program, Keewatin Community Resource Centre - Connect to the Internet, play pool and more. 1880 Alexander Ave. Mon., Wed. and Fri.: 4 - 8:30 Sat: Noon - 5 Info: 632-4660.

DREAM KEEPERS: Confidential support for female and transgender youth 12 - 20. Klinic Community Health Centre, 870 Portage Avenue, 4 – 5:30. Every Thursday. Info: Angie at 784-4029 or Carie at 931-0981.

Catching Our Breath: Smoking Cessation Group - Women’s Health Clinic, 419 Graham Ave. Thurs. 6:30 – 8:30 (Actual start date is subject to registrations) Fee includes resource material. Info & registration: 947-1517.

The Stone Soup Storytellers Circle: Aqua Books on Saturday nights beginning Sept. 10. All sessions start at 7:30 p.m. Also Sat. Oct. 22 ideaExchange: “Movie-going as religious experience” 8p.m. All are welcome. Info: Kelly Hughes 943- 7555 or www.aquabooks.ca.

The BIKE DUMP - Now open: Fix your bike, build a bike, use the tools, parts, space and expertise provided by volunteers. Every Sunday 12 - 6. Donations welcome. 594 Main St.

Art for the people

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: 50 to 500 Exhibition & Sale, Urban Shaman works selling for 50¢ to $500, all proceeds to the artist. Must be a member of Urban Shaman Gallery ($15). Submissions received at Urban Shaman until Oct. 25. Two pieces max. Info: 204-942-2674 or program@urbanshaman.org.

2005 Prairie Fire Press - McNally Robinson Writing Contests: $5,250 in prizes. Deadline: November 30, 2005. For information contact: Prairie Fire Press, 423 - 100 Arthur Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 1H3. Phone: (204) 943-9066, e-mail: prfire@mts.net, www.prairiefire.ca.

“My Beautiful War” an exhibition by Paul Robles, paper-cuts based on the idea of conflict. Quiet Room Gallery, Rm. 111 St. John’s College. Runs until Oct. 20. Info: alward@cc.umanitoba.ca.

”The Rise and Fall of Bloody Redemption,” written and performed by Jason Neufeld, Crescent Fort Rouge United Church. Fri., Oct. 21, 7:30 p.m. Followed by discussion with Neufeld. Students $5. At the church. 475-6011 cfruc@mts.net or McNally Robinson (Grant Park).

Shake it

Eric Bogle, Australian singer-songwriter, Thurs. Oct. 20, 8 p.m. West End Cultural Centre. $20/$23 at the WECC or Ticketmaster.

Organ and Saxophone recital: Allen Harrington, saxophone; Lottie Enns-Braun, organ. Young United Church 222 Furby at Broadway on Sun., Oct. 23, 7:30 p.m. $10 ($5 students) Tickets: 783-0128.

Winnipeg Singers “A Feast of Motets.” Sun. Oct. 23. St. Alphonsus Church, Munroe at Brazier. Tickets: adults $23, seniors: $20, students $8, available at McNally Robinson and at the door.

World-renowned Israeli marimba and percussion soloist Chen Zimbalista at the Rady Jewish Community Centre, Israeli Concert Series. Sat. Oct. 29, 8 p.m. Tickets $27 adults, $16 students Order on-line at www.radyjcc.com by clicking Ticket Central or order by phone: 477-7510.

Let Peace Reign and Music Thunder. A concert celebrating Peace! From Ellington to the Beatles to present day. Tues., Nov. 8, 7:30 p.m. Manitoba Centennial Concert Hall. $20/students, $10 ticketmaster.





Volume 93 • Issue 9	The Official University of Manitoba Students' Newspaper Website	October 19, 2005

Home About Us Advertise Contact Staff Current Issue PDF Employment Letters to the Editor Meet the Staff Online Archives Personals Volunteer	Font Size Respond Email Print-Friendly EVENTS LISTINGS Campus events The Graduate Students’ Association is STILL hiring an editor/ production manager for the Gradzette. For information contact Meghan Gallant at 474-9181. Someone apply! Faye HeavyShield: “River and other words.” Oct. 19, 2 p.m. School of Art. Rm. 207. For info about HeavyShield, a well-known contemporary Canadian artist, contact Marilyn Baker, Chair, Art History Area, School of Art: Bakermc@cc.umanitoba.ca. U of M Undergraduate Psychology Students’ Association: Wine and Cheese. Thur., Oct. 20, 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Psychology Lounge, P408 Duff Roblin. Free admission and food, all are invited to attend. The Da Vinci code: Bogus? Or killing blow to Christianity? Thurs., Oct. 20, 11:30 a.m. in the MPR, 2nd Floor U Centre. Featured speaker: Kirk Durston, National Director, New Scholars Society. Does God Exist? Debate: Atheist: Phil Veldhuis, Department of Philosophy, U of M, and Theist: Kirk Durston, National Director, New Scholars Society. Fri., Oct. 21, 11:30 a.m. MPR, 2nd Floor U Centre. Native Studies Coloquium Series, Wednesdays 12:30 – 1:20, Rm. 307 Tier; Everyone welcome! Dafoe Library Graduate Students: Oct. 21 – Christa Bradley, Archival Studies, “Coming of Age - Archival Public Programming for Older Canadians”; Oct. 28 - Marilyn Simon, English, “Race, Sexuality and Sado-Masochism in Shakespeare’s Othello.” Iceland Board Room, third floor Dafoe Library, from 12:30 to 1:30. Hey Christians, come help change the world! Join us for CRU – the weekly meeting of Campus Crusade for Christ. Every Wednesday at 5 p.m. in 200 Education. Inspiring worship, challenging speakers, awesome fellowship, equipping for ministry. Clothing Drive: Social Work Students’ Association is collecting clothing for the Elizabeth Hill Counselling Centre. Drop off clothes at 508 Tier or 101 U. Centre. Info: umswsa@gmail.com. Taiaiake Alfred, research chair at UVic, well known for his scholarship on Indigenous empowerment, leadership and resistance, speaking Oct. 27, 7 p.m. Marshall McLuhan Hall. FREE. Everyone welcome. Info: taradw@yahoo.com. Live and learn Canada in Haiti: Waging War on the Poor Majority: Yves Engler and Anthony Fenton discuss their new book. Oct. 20, 7 p.m. 91 Albert St., 3rd Floor. $5 or pay what you can. Drinks following. Info: http://winnipeg.indymedia.org/item.php?149E. Halloween Around the World at The Manitoba Museum with Ian Ross. Oct. 22, 2 p.m. Explore different festivals that honour the dead throughout the world. Free with paid admission to any museum attraction. Info: 988-0614 or hmoncrieff@manitobamuseum.ca. Men and Allies, strategy meeting for the annual White Ribbon awareness campaign. Oct 27, 6:30 p.m. The campaign is the largest effort in the world for men working to end violence against women. Men’s Resource Centre. Rm. 201-321 McDermot. Refreshments provided! Info: David/ Kouki 956-9523 or umhard11@cc.umanitoba.ca. Got an extra laptop? Kadipefa, a cooperative of farmers with disabilities in the town of Kawule, Uganda http:\\www.kadipefa.org is in need of a working laptop that can run word and excel. If you can help, contact the fabulous Molly M. at mollym@mts.net. Financial fitness group for women: money management, budgeting, spending plans, emotional and spiritual aspects of money. FREE. 8 sessions, Tues. mornings. Register/ Info: Fort Garry Women’s Resource Centre. Info/Reg. 477-1123. Endless opportunities VOLUNTEER LANGUAGE PARTNERS needed at the English Language Centre, U of M. Call Corrie at (204) 298-6937 to sign-up. References and interview required. Frontier College is seeking volunteer tutors to work with children, youth and adults who want to improve their literacy skills. One hour per week, Oct. to Dec. and Jan. to April. Training and on-site support provided. Contact: 253-7993 or wpgcoordinator@hotmail.com. Manitoba Artists in Healthcare is looking for musicians willing to volunteer to play in hospitals. For details, please call Shirley Grierson at 475-8085 between noon and 6 p.m. The SPANISH INSTITUTE is holding the following events: LA TERTULIA: Current issues and debates in Spanish, first Friday of the month, 6 – 8 p.m. SPANISH BOOK CLUB: second Friday of the month, 6 – 8 p.m. SPANISH MOVIE CLUB: third Friday of the month, 6 – 8 p.m. Info: 832-9893 or www.spanishinstitute.ca. Seven Oaks General Hospital seeks daytime volunteers for the gift shop, lobby, visiting and clerical work. Interested? Call: 632-3179 or www.sogh.mb.ca. Volunteer for Jewish Child and Family Service: You don’t have to be Jewish to volunteer at JCFS. Come and visit us at University Centre on Wed., Sept. 28. Youth Drop-In Program, Keewatin Community Resource Centre - Connect to the Internet, play pool and more. 1880 Alexander Ave. Mon., Wed. and Fri.: 4 - 8:30 Sat: Noon - 5 Info: 632-4660. DREAM KEEPERS: Confidential support for female and transgender youth 12 - 20. Klinic Community Health Centre, 870 Portage Avenue, 4 – 5:30. Every Thursday. Info: Angie at 784-4029 or Carie at 931-0981. Catching Our Breath: Smoking Cessation Group - Women’s Health Clinic, 419 Graham Ave. Thurs. 6:30 – 8:30 (Actual start date is subject to registrations) Fee includes resource material. Info & registration: 947-1517. The Stone Soup Storytellers Circle: Aqua Books on Saturday nights beginning Sept. 10. All sessions start at 7:30 p.m. Also Sat. Oct. 22 ideaExchange: “Movie-going as religious experience” 8p.m. All are welcome. Info: Kelly Hughes 943- 7555 or www.aquabooks.ca. The BIKE DUMP - Now open: Fix your bike, build a bike, use the tools, parts, space and expertise provided by volunteers. Every Sunday 12 - 6. Donations welcome. 594 Main St. Art for the people CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: 50 to 500 Exhibition & Sale, Urban Shaman works selling for 50¢ to $500, all proceeds to the artist. Must be a member of Urban Shaman Gallery ($15). Submissions received at Urban Shaman until Oct. 25. Two pieces max. Info: 204-942-2674 or program@urbanshaman.org. 2005 Prairie Fire Press - McNally Robinson Writing Contests: $5,250 in prizes. Deadline: November 30, 2005. For information contact: Prairie Fire Press, 423 - 100 Arthur Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 1H3. Phone: (204) 943-9066, e-mail: prfire@mts.net, www.prairiefire.ca. “My Beautiful War” an exhibition by Paul Robles, paper-cuts based on the idea of conflict. Quiet Room Gallery, Rm. 111 St. John’s College. Runs until Oct. 20. Info: alward@cc.umanitoba.ca. ”The Rise and Fall of Bloody Redemption,” written and performed by Jason Neufeld, Crescent Fort Rouge United Church. Fri., Oct. 21, 7:30 p.m. Followed by discussion with Neufeld. Students $5. At the church. 475-6011 cfruc@mts.net or McNally Robinson (Grant Park). Shake it Eric Bogle, Australian singer-songwriter, Thurs. Oct. 20, 8 p.m. West End Cultural Centre. $20/$23 at the WECC or Ticketmaster. Organ and Saxophone recital: Allen Harrington, saxophone; Lottie Enns-Braun, organ. Young United Church 222 Furby at Broadway on Sun., Oct. 23, 7:30 p.m. $10 ($5 students) Tickets: 783-0128. Winnipeg Singers “A Feast of Motets.” Sun. Oct. 23. St. Alphonsus Church, Munroe at Brazier. Tickets: adults $23, seniors: $20, students $8, available at McNally Robinson and at the door. World-renowned Israeli marimba and percussion soloist Chen Zimbalista at the Rady Jewish Community Centre, Israeli Concert Series. Sat. Oct. 29, 8 p.m. Tickets $27 adults, $16 students Order on-line at www.radyjcc.com by clicking Ticket Central or order by phone: 477-7510. Let Peace Reign and Music Thunder. A concert celebrating Peace! From Ellington to the Beatles to present day. Tues., Nov. 8, 7:30 p.m. Manitoba Centennial Concert Hall. $20/students, $10 ticketmaster.


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