Events Calendar

During the CU Wizards show, CU-Boulder Associate Professor Deborah Wuttke will explain how basic principles of chemistry are employed in biological systems like the human body. Audience members will get to take part in experiments showing the chemistry of respiration and how a banana can be used to hammer a nail.

CU Wizards shows are designed to be entertaining, informal introductions to astronomy, chemistry and physics. Though intended primarily for students in grades five through nine, the shows are educational and fun for people of all ages.

Hosted by the Colorado Shakespeare Festival, eight local elementary schools perform Shakespeare on West Varsity Lawn. These 30-minute abridgements are paired to run concurrently, beginning at 11:45am.

The Will Power Festival Parade kicks off the performances at 11:30am, starting at Macky Auditorium and crossing Varsity Bridge--lead by Elizabethan luminaries Queen Bess (in full regalia ) and Will Shakespeare in his "Bardmobile."

See, in 4th-grade fashion, Henry the Eighth, Macbeth and more. Bring a blanket, your lunch and a friend a lunch time treat--some perfectly short Shakespeare, perfectly free.

Contact: Amanda Holden, (303) 492-1537.

For additional information visit the Colorado Shakespeare Festival website.

His Holiness the 17th Gyalwang Karmapa, Ogyen Trinley Dorje, is head of the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism. Although just 22 years old, the Karmapa is seen as the embodiment of wisdom and compassion and is regarded by many followers as a 'living Buddha.'

People are drawn to the Karmapa's public appearances and teachings because of his profound spiritual and meditative mastery and his transformational and enlightening effect on almost everyone who comes into his presence. The Karmapa brings a very positive and hopeful spiritual message for these turbulent times.

Participants are requested to arrive 60 minutes early for security screening. No large bags, backpacks, cameras or recording equipment will be allowed.

Please contact Macky Auditorium if wheelchair access is required.

His Holiness the 17th Karmapa will give two public teachings at 10:00am and 2:00pm. Tickets may be purchased separately or as a package.

Professors Eric Stade and Susan Frontczack

CU Wizards shows are designed to be entertaining, informal introductions to astronomy, chemistry and physics. Though intended primarily for students in grades five through nine, the shows are educational and fun for people of all ages.

Join the faculty for an informal showing and discussion of their aerial work and equipment. This is one of the best gatherings at the ADF. $5.00 admission.

The 10th annual Aerial Dance Festival 2008 provides an opportunity for people from all walks of life to experience the joy of dancing in the air -- for beginners through advanced aerial dancers. Join us for a 2-week immersion through classes, lectures/demonstrations, informal discussions, and performances. The Festival is produced by Frequent Flyers Productions, Inc., a non-profit, aerial dance-theatre company.

The internationally recognized faculty brings many years of expertise to the classes. Don't miss a truly unforgettable experience of airborne dance!

For more information, please visit the Frequent Flyers' ADF website.