Events At S/U The Week Of March 8th

The following events for the week of March 8, 2009 are hosted by Salisbury
University and open to the community!

The Gospel at Colonus
Sunday March 8, 2009 @ 3pm
Holloway Hall Auditorium
A lively and inspiring re-imagining of Sophocles' tragedy Oedipus Rex, Gospel at
Colonus erupts with lively music which vividly drives home the powerful themes
of redemption and forgiveness inherent Greek tragedy. (Please be aware: This is
a Greek tragedy set to gospel music and in no way imposes a specific religious
belief or dogma. Forgiveness as a core moral theme is universal). Directed by
Robert Smith
contact the Theatre Box Office at 410-548-6228 for ticket information

Maskanda Guitar of South Africa featuring Shiyani Ngcobo
Sunday March 8, 2009 @ 7:00pm
Caruthers Hall Auditorium
Ngcobo is a master of the uniquely Zulu art of maskanda, highly rhythmic,
finger-style guitar, accompanying some of the most soulful vocals to be found in
Africa.
Admission is free and the public is invited.
For information call 410-543-6271

Learn with SU - Spice Up Your Day Cooking Series
Mondays, March 9, 16, and 23
Black Diamond Lodge
Come see, smell, and taste a 3-part cooking series on using different spices in
the kitchen.
Classes are limited to 15 people.
Learn with SU, Salisbury University's lifelong learning program, offers
stimulating educational sessions to individuals 50+ years of age.
Registration is $20 for the series and the public is invited.
For more information call 410-677-5416

International Film Festival
Monday March 9, 2009 @ 7pm
Caruthers Hall Auditorium
SU hosts the Bridges to the World International Film Festival as part of the
World Artists Experiences, Inc. Ambassador Program.
The final film in the festival is Fuera de juego (Offsides) from Ecuador. The
2003 film is the story of Juan, a shy young man who dreams of emigrating to
escape his world of suffocating poverty. Sponsored by the Office of Cultural
Affairs, Maryland Office of the Secretary of State International Division and
World Artists Experiences, Inc. SU is one of FOUR locations hosting the festival
NATIONALLY.
Admission is free and the public is invited.
For information call 410-543-6271.

VPA Students' Eighth Annual Exhibition
Mon-Weds March 9-11, 2009
Atrium Gallery, Guerrieri University Center (Gallery Hours: Mon - Weds 10am to
4pm)
The Wicomico County public school system offers special, intensive instruction
in art as a component of its Visual and Performing Arts Program. Local student
artists unveil their creative accomplishments in a variety of two-dimensional
and three-dimensional artworks. The exhibit is sponsored by the WCBOE Visual and
Performing Arts Program.
Admission is free and the public is invited.
For information call 410-548-3972

National Watercolor Society 88th Annual Exhibit
Tues-Sat March 10-14.
Fulton Hall Gallery (Hours: Tues.-Fri: 10am-4pm, Sat-Sun: 12pm-4pm)
The first venue on the 2009 exhibit itinerary, February 3 - March 12, 2009. 28
works are displayed along with a projection of all 100 works that were selected
for the California exhibit. This is a superb show that reflects the NWS theory
that unlike other eras, there is no watercolor style in vogue today.
Admission is free and the public is invited.
For information call 410-548-2547.

Riall Lecture Series - "An Evening with Dr. Pedro Noguera"
Tuesday March 10, 2009 7:30pm
Holloway Hall Auditorium
Admission is free and the public is invited.
For information call 410-546-6012

Outdoor Sculpture Installation
Weds March 11, 2009
Fulton Hall Green
Environmental artist and philosopher James Hatley constructs a site-specific
installation on the green in front of Fulton Hall fashioned from natural
materials and based on the theme of "solar and earthly orientations."
Admission is free and the public is invited.
For information call 410-548-2547

Learn with SU - Biggs Museum Tour
Wednesday March 11, 2009 @ 8:30am - 3:30pm
Departure from SU Foundation Center 1308 Camden Ave
Enjoy a guided tour of one of Delaware's most famous art museums, followed by
lunch in Historic Downtown Dover. Fee includes transportation, tour, and lunch.
Limited spots available. Learn with SU, Salisbury University's lifelong learning
program, offers stimulating educational sessions to individuals 50+ years of
age.
Registration is $25 and the public is invited.
For information call 410-677-5416

Eastern Shore Children's Literature Series - Priscilla Cummings
Wednesday March 11 @ 5pm
Teacher Education and Technology Center, Room 153 (The new building)
This spring we sponsor a series of authors and illustrators whose children's
books have impacted the Eastern Shore. Author Cummings is well known on the
Eastern Shore and for good reason; she writes books like Red Kayak and Chadwick
the Crab to which many children in the area can relate. Reception and Book
Signing follow at 6:00 pm
Admission is free and the public is invited.
For information call 410-543-6030

Learn with SU - Get Moving with Healthy U
Thursday March 12, 2009 @ 9:30am
Healthy U of Delmarva Office
Rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit with this low-impact walking program.
Thurs. February 5, 2009 - Thurs. April 30, 2009. Attend all eight sessions or
those that are convenient for you. Presented by Healthy U of Delmarva. Learn
with SU, Salisbury University's lifelong learning program, offers stimulating
educational sessions to individuals 50+ years of age.
Registration is free and the public is invited.
For information call 410-677-5416