Friday, January 22, 2010
Robert Altman: Celebration of an American Icon 5:30 p.m.
The College of Communication and the Boston University Alumni Association invite you to a Winterfest 2010 screening event and panel discussion celebrating the 40th anniversary of seminal film M*A*S*H and the new book Robert Altman: the Oral Biography, by Professor of Journalism Mitchell Zuckoff. Hear Prof. Zuckoff discuss Altman’s life and work with the film legend’s loved ones and colleagues (including Kathryn Altman critic Ty Burr and actors Sally Kellerman and Michael Murphy, and Paul Schneider, chair of COM’s film and television department). Afterwards, an anniversary screening of M*A*S*H, followed by a wrap party.
Cost: $10; students are free
A Cozy Evening at the Theater
Arthur Miller’s All My Sons 8—11 p.m.
This powerful story about personal responsibility won the 1947 Tony Award for Best Play and catapulted Arthur Miller among the ranks of America’s greatest playwrights. Join for this Huntington Theatre production directed by David Esbjorson, who is widely considered one of Miller’s directors of choice. After the performance join the cast for a special reception!
BU Theatre—Mainstage, 264 Huntington Avenue
Cost: varies; please use code WINTERFEST to receive your discount
Visit: www.huntingtontheatre.org for tickets
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Registration 9 a.m.—5 p.m.
Pick up your registration materials and get fired up for the sparkling wintry adventure we have in store for you!
Boston University Fitness and Recreation Center (FitRec) lobby, 915 Commonwealth Avenue
Alumni College: Session I 10—11 a.m.
The following classes occur simultaneously. Please choose one.
Zumba
Working out can be many things, but it has never been this much fun! Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program that will blow you away. Great for kids, too. Instructor: Mel White.
Use of locker rooms provided—remember to wear comfortable clothes!
FitRec Center
Cost: $5 for adults; children under 16 are free
Cinema Physica: King Kong
A fascinating exploration of physics principles as portrayed in the film King Kong. Award-winning Professor of Physics Andrew Cohen will take a quantitative approach to analyzing scenes from the movie, emphasizing simple estimates and dimensional analysis. Read more.
Black Box Theatre
Cost: $5 for adults; children under 16 are free
Alumni College: Session II
The following classes occur simultaneously. Please choose one.
Solving the Concussion Crisis 11:15 a.m.—12:15 p.m.
Ex-athletes are dying young, with extraordinary trauma-induced brain damage. These cases, along with the groundbreaking work of the new Center for the Study of Traumatic Encephalopathy at Boston University School of Medicine, have uncovered a sports concussion crisis. Christopher Nowinksi, codirector of BUSM’s Center for the Study of Traumatic Encephalopathy, will share what researchers are finding inside the brains of former athletes, the scope of this public health threat, and how to fix it.
FitRec Center
Cost: $5 for adults; children under 16 are free
Cooking Up Culture: Lombardy Classics 11:15 a.m.—12:45 p.m.
Cooking Up Culture introduces young people to the great cuisines of the world. Kids cook with local ingredients and authentic recipes. In this session, learn the cooking techniques and cultural significance of the classic dishes of Lombardy, Italy. Food stylist Lisa Falso will introduce your family to polenta pasticciata and amaretti cookies, among other delights.
808 Commonwealth Ave., demonstration kitchen
Cost: $15 for adults, $5 for children 16 and younger (All children must be accompanied by an adult.)
808 Commonwealth Avenue, Demo Kitchen
Ice Sculpting 11:15 a.m.—4 p.m.
In teams of four or more, generate your plan of attack and then show winter’s strongest substance who’s boss. Create glittering art with the assistance of professional ice sculptor Eric from Brookline Ice, or sip hot chocolate and watch fellow Winterfest-ers chop blocks of ice into wintry works of genius. Don’t forget to vote for the most magnificent!
Please designate one group leader to register all of your team members online. Don’t have a team? Sign up as a single and we’ll match you with fellow sculptors.
Cost: $15 per team or $5 for individuals
Teams sketch their ideas: 11:15 a.m.—1 p.m.
FitRec Center
Sculpting: 1—4 p.m.
Voting & viewing: 4:30—5 p.m.
Agganis Arena Promenade
Lunch on your own 12—1:30 p.m.
The West Campus dining hall will be open to all alumni and friends on Saturday, January 23, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. ($8.95 cash per diner). Or stop by one of your favorite old haunts for a nostalgic bite!
Kids’ Fest 12—5 p.m.
Let your little Winterfesters frolic where it's warm, with activities and games led by FitRec staff members. Drop them off for an hour or let them play all day! Recommended for ages four to ten. Adult supervision provided.
FitRec Center, lower level, Children’s Programming Room
Cost: $15
Alumni College: Session III 1:30 p.m.—2:30 p.m.
The following classes occur simultaneously. Please choose one.
Culture & Dance
Enjoy the graceful and energized moves of three culturally diverse student dance groups, introduced by Professor of Anthropology Tony Barrand.
Black Box Theatre
Cost: $5 for adults; children under 16 are free
Building an Olympian
Join expert panelists for a behind-the-scenes look at the training, psychology, and nutrition of an elite athlete. You’ll watch the Winter 2010 Olympics with an entirely new perspective! Faculty: Tom Boher, men’s crew coach; Len Zaikowsky, School of Education professor specializing in sports psychology; Stacey Zawacki, director of the Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Nutrition and Fitness Center.
FitRec Center
Taste the Benefits: Wine & Chocolate 3—4:30 p.m.
Wine and chocolate can tickle your palate and put pink in your cheeks—and, in moderation, they can provide powerful health benefits. Enjoy various pairings of this delicious duo while R. Curtis Ellison, M.D., teaches you about their antioxidant properties and more. PLEASE NOTE: This event is for adults 21 and over only.
FitRec Center
Cost: $10
Ice Sculpture Viewing & Voting 4:30—5 p.m.
See the sparkling results of your fellow Terriers’ creative work and vote for your favorite!
Agganis Arena Promenade
Terrier Tailgate & Men’s Hockey Game: Terriers vs UNH Wildcats 5 p.m.
Chow down at a festive Olympic-themed tailgate dinner with friends and family, and slap on some scarlet warpaint. Then head down to home ice to cheer on your 2009 NCAA Champion Terriers! Cash bar. Tickets can be picked up at the tailgate.
Eager to get pumped up with fellow Terriers? Sound your rallying cry on the Terrier Hockey discussion board on BU’s Alumni Online Community!
Cost: $35 for tailgate and game; $20 for tailgate only
Cost for ages 12 and younger: $20 for tailgate and game; $5 for tailgate only (Game tickets are not sold separately.)
Terrier Tailgate 5—7 p.m.
FitRec Center, Upper-level Gymnasium
Men’s Hockey Game: Terriers vs. UNH Wildcats 7 p.m.
Agganis Arena
Scarlet Alerts
- FitRec is offering free use of its state-of-the-art facilities to all Winterfest attendees on Saturday, January 23!
- The West Campus Dining Hall will be open to alumni and friends on Saturday, January 23, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Meals cost $8.95 per person (cash only).