The Boys in the Boat was cited among the favorite reads of CEOs in 2014, according to Bloomberg News. The New York Times-bestselling story centers around the University of Washington’s powerhouse rowing team trying to win the 1936 Berlin Olympics.
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Book signing tomorrow at University Bookstore
Actress Dawn Wells of Gilligan’s Island fame will be at the University Bookstore this Wednesday, December 10th. Be there at 7PM for a special presentation and the chance to meet the woman who played this iconic television role. More information can be found here.
Alley Lights brings holiday cheer to U District
Looking for something festive this weekend? The second annual Alley Lights event is happening on Saturday, December 6th. Tour the alleys to see light installations, hear live music, and grab a snack and a hot drink. The alley tour starts at 4PM in front of Café Allegro, and ends at 7PM.
Recent donation doubles number of rare music scores in UW Music Library
The recent donation of 720 rare classical music scores nearly doubles the UW’s collection of printed rare music scores. Comprised mostly of first editions or first printings, they feature examples from almost every period of vocal music history..
History and theater converge in Drama Library collection
The Sayre Collection in the UW Drama Library consists of more than 24,000 photographs of theatrical and vaudeville performers, musicians, and entertainers who played in Seattle between about 1900 and 1955. The Drama Library is open Monday-Friday June 24-August 23. Public welcome.