Schedule of Events - Saturday, April 23 Explore the Living Oceans!
The College of Ocean and Fishery Sciences open house features the research vessel Thomas G. Thompson, waterfront activities, hands-on family friendly exhibits and demonstrations. The 274-foot Research Vessel Thomas G. Thompson will be open for tours and faculty and students will have informative displays showcasing their research within the College.
Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: Free Location: The southwest edge of the UW campus, the Thompson will be docked behind the Maritime Sciences building. View a map showing the location of the tours and exhibits (.pdf file). Contact: Theresa Rasmussen, 206-616-6692 Parking: South Campus Lot S1 (behind UW Medical Center). Fee is $4 until noon; free after noon. Earth Day 2005 Service Project
Join the Student Conservation Association and the UW Program on the Environment at the Washington Park Arboretum for an Earth Day Service Project. After a morning rally, teenagers with SCA's Conservation Leadership Corps will lead volunteers in an effort to restore and maintain the Arboretum. Come lend a hand!
Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: Free Location: Washington Park Arboretum - Check in at the Graham Visitor's Center Contact: Yemaya Maurer or Michelle Hall, 206-324-4649 Ext. 22 More information and online RSVP... Spring Fling
Here's your chance to check out several Husky sporting events - free for the entire family.
10 a.m.: Husky Crew vs. California, Montlake Cut
10:30 a.m.: Husky Football experience for boys and girls 12 and under, Pre-registration required, call 206-685-3739 10:30 a.m.: Husky Volleyball Spring Scrimmage, Bank of America Arean 12:45 p.m.: Husky Football Spring Scrimmage, Husky Stadium Engineering Open House
Explore the world of engineering and science at the UW College of Engineering Open House. From water rockets to robot games to making liquid-nitrogen ice cream, there will be more than 100 hands-on exhibits. The open house is for students of all ages and anyone interested in learning more about engineering.
Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: Free Location: All Engineering buildings; Welcome booth located in front of Loew Hall Contact: 206-685-1789 or openhouse@engr.washington.edu Applied Physics Laboratory Open House
(College of Ocean and Fisheries Sciences)We integrate fundamental science and creative engineering to solve some of our nation's greatest challenges. Researchers and students present hands-on activities, exhibits and displays that showcase the diverse applications of our research including observing the oceans from space, polar science, climate change, undersea autonomous vehicles, and innovative uses for medical ultrasound technology. The open house is open to everyone of all ages interested in learning about these and other new and exciting applications of physics.
Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: Free Location: Henderson Hall, 1013 NE 40th St, at the western edge of campus. View a map showing the area. Contact: Theresa Rasmussen, 206-616-6692 or Dian Gay 206-543-1311 College Bowl National Championship
The 2005 National Championship features the top 16 teams from across the country in a contest of academic knowledge and quick recall. The games feature two teams of four players competing to answer questions in subject areas including history, science, literature, multiculturalism, geography, social sciences, arts, sports and current events.
Time: Today 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sunday 9-11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free Location: HUB Contact: L. Lincoln Johnson, 206-543-8135 Henry Art Gallery
Admission is free for anyone who mentions Washington Weekend at the admissions desk. UWAA members receive $1 off admission and 10% off memberships at the Henry Art Gallery.
Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Cost: Free when you mention Washington Weekend Location: Henry Gallery Contact: 206-543-2280 Visit the Henry site for exhibition listings... Choice Words: UW Bothell Distinguished Teaching Award Lecture and Luncheon
UW Bothell Professor Alan Wood will present "Can Democrats and Republicans Find Perfect Happiness?" in "Choice Words: UW Bothell Distinguished Teaching Award Lecture." Dr. Wood will answer as many questions as he poses in this provocative presentation, which has been under debate since last November. Lunch will be served following the lecture.
Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cost: Free (Advance registration is required) Location: UW2, The Commons, UW Bothell campus Contact: Michele Wilkinson, 425-352-3394 More information and online registration... Center for Urban Horticulture Green Building Tours
Enjoy an informative tour of the UW Seattle campus' first "green building" and learn how you, too, can help sustain our Northwest world through simple and effective conservation methods and building practices. Presented by the Center for Urban Horticulture in the College of Forest Resources.
Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free Location: Merrill Hall, Center for Urban Horticulture Contact: Sue Nicol, 206-543-3889 Parking: Free parking is available in Center for Urban Horticulture Lot (E16) Celebrity Pancake Breakfast
See some of your favorite UW alum celebrities flip flapjacks while you enjoy a pancake feast celebrating the Athletic Department's Spring Fling. The breakfast will fill you up with pancakes, juice, coffee and all the Husky spirit you can handle.
Time: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Cost: $6 UWAA members, $8 non-members Location: North Concourse of Husky Stadium Contact: Mike Plonski, 206-616-0479 Tours of Suzzallo and Allen Libraries
See such renowned features as the Suzzallo Reading Room, Special Collections, and a the world's largest book, "Bhutan: A Visual Odyssey Across the Last Himalayan Kingdom," which checks in are more than 5x7 feet and weighs 133 pounds. It was certified by Guinness World Records as the world's largest published book.
Time: 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Cost: Free Location: Suzzallo Library Room 102 Contact: Cyndi Asmus, 206-685-1973 Parking: Suggested parking in Central Plaza Garage. $4 before noon; free after noon. Spring Football Scrimmage
Can the Huskies rebound from last year to become a Pac-10 contender? This is your chance to get a first look at the Huskies under the direction of new coach Tyrone Willingham. With games against Notre Dame, Oregon and national champion USC on the horizon, the Huskies have their work cut out for them.
Playhouse Theatre: "Haroun and the Sea of Stories"
In this coming-of-age tale filled with water genies, mechanical birds, talking fish, young Haroun must travel to the Sea of Stories to recover the lost tales that can bring hope back to his people. Acclaimed novelist Salman Rushdie, who began Haroun as a bedtime story for his own son, weaves this whimsical testament to the power of storytelling.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $13 general admission, $10 for seniors, $8 for students with valid ID ($1 discount when purchaser mentions Open House/Washington Weekend) Location: Playhouse Theatre, 4045 University Way N.E. Contact: UW Arts Ticket Office, 206-543-4880 UW World Series at Meany Hall: Danza Floricanto/USA
The oldest existing professional Mexican folk dance troupe in Los Angeles, Danza Floricanto/USA presents the bold, colorful panorama of its Mexican heritage in "Fandango Without Borders." Music and dance come together to explore the essence of the culture, traditions and influence of the fandango, a blend of dance, music and celebration.
Time: 8-10 p.m.
Cost: $30 single seats/$20 ages 4-17 ($3 discount when purchaser mentions Washington Weekend when calling) Location: Meany Hall for the Performing Arts Contact: UW Arts Ticket Office, 206-543-4880 Return to main Washington Weekend page |
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