May 2009 events at Goshen College

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

May 1-3
8 a.m., Midwest Birding Expedition with Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center
This year's annual expedition will head for birding hotspots along the Indiana Dunes. Guided by Merry Lea's Lisa Zinn and Friend of Merry Lea Paul McAfee, the group will visit Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, Indiana Dunes State Park, Michigan City Harbor, Beverly Shores, Pinhook Bog and more. Cost: $475 covers transportation, lodging, guides. Meals not included. Meet at the Sauder Concert Hall parking lot. Registration deadline: April 29. For information or to register, contact Jennifer Schrock, phone (260) 799-5869 or e-mail 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 20.

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4 p.m., Community School of the Arts Showcase Concert, Sauder Concert Hall
Two Community School of the Arts children's choirs as well as other CSA students will perform. Rejoice (grades 3-5) is directed by Rosemary Rupp, and Shout for Joy! (grades 6-8) is directed by Sandra Hill.

Tickets are $7 adults, $5 seniors/students, available at the door only. GC students are admitted free with valid ID.

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9:45 a.m., Catholic Mass on campus, Newcomer Center Room 17
Sponsored by Catholic Student Association and Campus Ministries.

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7 p.m., Kathy Kelly:  Practicing Nonviolence – From Iraq to Gaza to USA, Administration Building Room 28
Peace activist and author, Nobel Peace Prize nominee and coordinator of Voices for Creative Nonviolence, Kelly will tell stories from her recent trip to Gaza. She will also describe her experiences in nonviolent direct action at Creech Air Force Base, the headquarters for the Unmanned Aerial Systems used for drone attacks against Afghanistan and Pakistan. Sponsored by Voices for Creative Nonviolence, Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary and Goshen College.

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7 p.m., Community School of the Arts Lecture/Recital: LaRita Craft, piano and Doug Reneau, trumpet, Rieth Recital Hall
An evening of music by Ravel, Chopin, Gershwin, Bernstein and more. Brief lecture by performers and a short reception to follow. Free and open to the public.

15-16
7 a.m., NatureFest, Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center of Goshen College, Farmstead Site
There will be hikes and seminars for people of all ages. Hunt for birds and bugs, take your family on a wetland investigation, learn more about the environmental health of the region, canoe on High Lake, enjoy homemade ice cream and more. Overnight camping available. Events meet at the Farmstead. Cost: $5 per meal or event; $15 covers all day Saturday; $20 covers the weekend including camping. Family and group rates also available. Registration deadline: May 13. For information or to register, contact Jennifer Schrock, phone (260) 799-5869 or e-mail jenniferhs@goshen.edu.

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8:30 a.m., Natural History of Wetlands, Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center of Goshen College, Farmstead Site
In this in-depth workshop, we will explore the geology and biology of wetlands as they exist in Merry Lea's landscapes, especially Merry Lea's fine wooded wetlands. The skills and knowledge you will acquire will help you examine other wetlands that might be under your care and protection. Led by Mary Linton, Merry Lea's Lindsey Fellow from 1989 to 2002, and Alice Thompson of Thompson and Associates, a wetland consulting firm in Wisconsin. Cost: $175 includes meals, two nights lodging, instruction and supplies. Only a few spots left. For information or to register, contact Jennifer Schrock, phone (260) 799-5869 or e-mail jenniferhs@goshen.edu.

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 e-mail 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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