May 2011 events at Goshen College

All events are open to the public and are free unless otherwise noted.

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11 a.m., Baccalaureate service, Church-Chapel
Sermon: "Courageous Bow," by President James E. Brenneman

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3 p.m., 113^th Annual Commencement, Roman Gingerich Recreation-Fitness Center
Marjory Byler, 1969 GC graduate and human rights activist and organizational consultant, will present the commencement address, titled "There is a crack in everything."

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9-11 a.m., Merry Lea Spring Birding Hike
Meet at Rieth Village. Longtime volunteer Neil Case will lead this hike in search of spring migrants and other birds newly home to breed and nest. $5 per adult, $2 children.
For information or to register, contact Jennifer Schrock, phone (260) 799-5869 or email jenniferhs@goshen.edu.

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2-4 p.m., Reception for Juried Student Art Exhibit, Hershberger Art Gallery
Enjoy a wide spectrum of art in the annual juried student exhibit, which features the work of current art students. The reception will include award announcements and presentations. This exhibit is up until May 24.

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6-8 p.m., Opening reception for "Senegal Fabrics in Indiana Patchwork: The Quilts of Irene Bornman," Good Library Gallery
Using fabrics she bought in markets when she worked in Senegal from 1999 to 2008 for Friends of the Wolof and Mennonite Mission Network, Irene Bornman of Goshen made quilts for her grandchildren. The quilts reflect her motto: "Work with what you have."
Curated by Rebecca Haarer, this exhibit is open May 8 to July 15 and Aug. 15 to Sept. 5. For gallery hours, call (574) 535-7418.
Sponsored by the Mennonite-Amish Museum Committee of Goshen College, supporting the Quilt Gardens program of the Elkhart County Visitors and Convention Bureau.

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6:30 p.m. Friday-4 p.m. Saturday, NatureFest, Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center, Farmstead Site
NatureFest is a family-friendly outdoor gathering with a wide range of nature activities available, including canoeing, geocaching, wild edibles, hikes with naturalists, camping overnight, campfires and picnicking. Costs vary depending on age and length of stay. Schedule and more information, including costs, on the website: www.goshen.edu/merrylea. Registration deadline: May 10.
For information or to register, contact Jennifer Schrock, phone (260) 799-5869 or email jenniferhs@goshen.edu.

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7 p.m., New Horizons String Orchestra Spring Concert, Rieth Recital Hall
New Horizons is a national network that has groups in many cities and towns throughout the country. New Horizons programs provide entry points to music making for adults, including those with no musical experience at all and those who were active in school music programs but have been musically inactive for a long period of time.
New Horizons Orchestra is directed by Brook Bennett. Free admission.

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7 p.m., Youth Honors Orchestra Concert, Sauder Concert Hall
Cost: $7 adults and $5 seniors and students. Free for GC students, faculty and staff with ID. Available at the door one hour before the concert.

20-22
Midwest Birding Expedition to Magee Marsh
Warblers are the theme for this out-of-state adventure to the shores of Lake Erie where migrating birds pause before taking on a 50-mile journey north over water. Participants will travel by van to Maumee Bay State Park and nearby Magee Marsh to look for the 37 species of warblers known to pass through, as well as many other birds. Registration includes lodging and guiding; meals at local restaurants are not included. $295 per person with double occupancy lodging at Maumee Bay Lodge. Budget birder option: $175 per person with campground lodging.
For information or to register, contact Jennifer Schrock, phone (260) 799-5869 or email jenniferhs@goshen.edu.
Meet at 8 a.m., Friday, May 20 at Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center of Goshen College, Farmstead Site.

Goshen College's Administration Building, Church-Chapel, Good Library, Music Center, Newcomer Center, Union Gymnasium and Umble Center are accessible to people using wheelchairs and others with physical limitations.

Directions to the college and a campus map are available at: www.goshen.edu/aboutgc/map.php. For ticket information, contact the Welcome Center, at (574) 535-7566, or email welcomecenter@goshen.edu.

Editors: For more information about this release, to arrange an interview or request a photo, contact Goshen College News Bureau Director Jodi H. Beyeler at (574) 535-7572 or jodihb@goshen.edu.

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