Program of events (pdf)
Events are free unless otherwise indicated.
Student Recreation Center Mom's Weekend Pass
5:30 a.m.–11:30 p.m. • Student Recreation CenterPurchase your $10 Mom's Weekend SRC pass beginning March 30, and your guest can use the SRC Thursday, April 2, through Sunday, April 5.
$10
momsweekend.wsu.edu/moms_pass.aspx • sbeale@wsu.edu • 509-335-4227
Free Fitness Classes at the SRC
All day • Student Recreation CenterGroup fitness, gravity, mind/body, and dance classes at the SRC throughout Mom's Weekend. University Recreation.
momsweekend.wsu.edu/moms_fitness.aspx • nbalko@wsu.edu • 509-335-7497
WSU Visitor Center Open House
7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. • 225 N. Grand Ave., PullmanThe WSU Visitor Center has it all, from free parking and restrooms to campus maps, event information, and gourmet coffee and treats, compliments of WSU Dining Services. Browse for souvenirs in The Bookie at the WSU Visitor Center, and restock your Cougar Cheese and honey.
visitor.wsu.edu • visitor@wsu.edu • 509-335-INFO(4636)
American Fashion in the 20th Century Exhibit
7:30 a.m.-10:00 p.m. • Terrell Library Atrium, 1st floorEnjoy fashion highlights from the 20th century, all part of the Apparel, Merchandising, Design and Textile program’s historic costume and textile collection, and WSU Libraries’ collection of fashion books.
gilles@wsu.edu • 509-335-8740
Alpha Kappa Psi Silent Auction & Raffle
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. • Compton Union Building (CUB)Come bid on a variety of items and enter a raffle for prizes galore.
wsu-akpsi.com • qortiz_medina@wsu.edu • 253-241-4386
Rock-a-thon
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. • Terrell MallVolunteers keep the famous Regents Rocking Chair rocking outside the CUB during this traditional fundraiser for Breast Cancer Awareness. Rocking begins March 30 and will end Friday at 5 p.m.
jenrwhelan@wsu.edu • 541-410-4051
Special Treats at Ferdinand's
9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. • Ferdinand'sTreats galore, including Lemon Chiffon ice cream arriving just in time for Mom's Weekend. Enjoy an ever popular Brownie Sundae for just $2.50.
needham@wsu.edu • 509-335-2141
Reinterpreting Reality - All Women Art Exhibition
10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. (or later) • 6 venues in Pullman and MoscowReinterpreting Reality, an exhibition by women artists, can be seen at the WSU CUB Gallery, Neill Public Library, Pullman Gallery, 1912 Center, Above the Rim Gallery, and the Third Street Gallery. Hours may vary.
women.wsu.edu • kim_barrett@wsu.edu • 509-335-4386
Chris Jordan: Running The Numbers
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. • WSU Museum of ArtThis digital photography exhibit presents images of U.S. consumption: 2,000,000 plastic beverage bottles (discarded every five minutes), 426,000 cell phones (discarded every day), and more, by incorporating thousands of small images into larger, intricate prints. Through April 4.
www.museum.wsu.edu • carigby@wsu.edu • 509-335-1910
Mini Golf With Mom!
10:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. • Airway Hills Golf Range and Putting Course, Airport Road, PullmanGood times and great prizes.
$15 per pairing
www.airwayhills.com • trentg@pga.com • 509-872-3092
WSU Mom's Spring Arts and Crafts Fair
10:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. • Beasley Performing Arts ColiseumOriginal, handmade arts and crafts, featuring everything from fine jewelry to rustic garden art.
www.palouse.net/dlgenterprises • dlgenterprises@turbonet.com • 509-332-5206
Mom's Celebration at Lilybee's
11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. • 400 E. Main St., PullmanEnjoy refreshments, one-of-a-kind shopping, and great music.
lilybees@verizon.net • 509-332-0771
Tennis vs. USC
Noon • Outdoor Tennis Centerwww.wsucougars.com • kathyfoss@wsu.edu
Chocolate Tasting and Art Exhibit
Noon-5:00 p.m. • The Bank Left Bistro/Tearoom, PalouseExperience exotic “drinking chocolates” and eco-friendly art at our chocolate tasting and artist reception at the French-inspired bistro and gallery of fine art.
www.bankleftgallery.com • bankleft@visitpalouse.com • 509-878-8425
Zoology Club Raffle and Booth
1:00-4:00 p.m. • CUBVisit the Zoology Club table at the CUB for raffle tickets and more.
wsuzoologyclub@yahoo.com
Portrait Photography
1:00-6:00 p.m. • The Bookie at the CUBBring Mom or another special friend and let a professional portrait photographer capture the moment. Lower level of The Bookie at the CUB.
No appointment necessary.
$25 for two 5x7 framed prints
lawrence@turbonet.com • 360-493-1567
Mom's Tea & Spa
1:00– 8:00 p.m. • Student Recreation CenterOne hour appointments will include massage, foot bath, tea, and dessert for two. Available Friday through Sunday. Call for appointments.
$55 per pair
momsweekend.wsu.edu/moms_tea.aspx • csielaff@wsu.edu • 509-335-8732
School of Molecular Biosciences Scholarship Award Reception
2:00-3:00 p.m. • Abelson 306Director of the School of Molecular Biosciences will present annual scholarship awards. Light refreshments served.
biddy@wsu.edu • 509-335-1276
Greenhouse Open House
2:00–5:00 p.m. • Abelson 716Learn about unusual plants used in teaching and research.
Sponsored by the School of Biological Sciences
ccody@wsu.edu • 509-335-4064
Engineering and Computer Science Open House
2:00-5:00 p.m. • Sloan 241Tour some of the most interesting labs on camupus, including the Smart Home lab, the alternative energy lab, and Engineering 120, where student clubs will display their work. Sponsored by the College of Engineering and Architecture (CEA) and the CEA Coordinating Council.
kasey@wsu.edu • 509-335-6613
15th Annual Antique Show and Sale
2:00–9:00 p.m. • Gladish Gym, 115 NW State St., Pullman$2.00 admission, good for Friday and Saturday. Mention this ad and get 1/2 off.
susandean@hughes.net • 509-287-2305
Museum of Art Special Walk-through
3:00-4:00 p.m. • WSU Museum of ArtJoin Museum of Art Director Chris Bruce for a special walk-through of the provocative exhibit, Chris Jordan: Running the Numbers.
museum.wsu.edu • carigby@wsu.edu • 509-335-1910
School of Biological Sciences Undergraduate Awards Reception
3:00-4:00 p.m. • Eastlick Lounge, Room 171Join us for the School of Biological Sciences undergraduate scholarship and awards reception.
ruppj@wsu.edu • 509-335-3553
Mom & Daughter Intro Class: Personal Safety Basics
3:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m. • CUB, Room 204Learn introductory personal safety and self defense tactics including situational awareness, risk assessment, and avoidance of harmful situations and potential incidents. Discussion only.
$12 per SRC member and guest pair; $18 per non-member pair
www.urec.wsu.edu • bjstewart@wsu.edu • 509-335-7101
Neuroscience Research Poster Exhibit and Recognition Dessert
4:00–5:30 p.m. • Animal Disease Biotechnology Facility (ADBF) Atrium, 2nd floorView undergraduate and graduate neuroscience research projects. Introduction of graduating students begins at 5:00 p.m.Sponsored by WSU Program in Neuroscience.
www.vetmed.wsu.edu/depts-vcapp
bsauer@vetmed.wsu.edu • 509-335-7675
Conner Museum Open House
4:00-5:30 p.m. • Conner Museum, Abelson Hall, 1st floorGet a behind-the-scenes view of the Conner Museum and view student posters highlighting undergraduate research in the School of Biological Sciences.
ruppj@wsu.edu • 509-335-3553
25th Annual Winefest (Session I)
5:00-7:00 p.m. • Schweitzer Event Center, 1825 Schweitzer Drive, PullmanEnjoy fine wines from the Pacific Northwest while indulging in gourmet food prepared by the School of Hospitality Business Management Catering. Entertainment will include live music and a silent auction. Transportation will be provided between the old Bookie building and the event.
$35 per ticket; must be 21 or older to attend
www.winefest.wsu.edu • winefest2009@hotmail.com • 206-349-2663
WSU Baseball vs. UCLA
5:30 p.m. • Bailey-Brayton Field$6 adults; $3
students; WSU students free with sports pass
www.wsucougars.com • athletictickets@wsu.edu • 509-335-9626
Hapkido Demonstration
5:30-6:00 p.m. • Physical Education Building (PEB) 145Join us for a demonstration of core traditions of this Korean Martial Art that centers on wrist locks, striking, and throws.
jfosterj@gmail.com • 509-432-6326
SEB Films: Mamma Mia!
6:00 p.m./9:00 p.m./11:00 p.m.• CUB AuditoriumMeryl Streep does ABBA. Join us for one of these three special showings.
www.seb.wsu.edu/seb.aspx • ktrout@wsu.edu • 509-335-3503
Laugh and Learn
7:00-9:00 p.m. • CUE 203Perhaps best known as Cousin Geri on The Facts of Life, Geri Jewel is an actress, comedian, and excellent entertainer whose career has spanned three decades. Join us for this funny, inspiring, and educational presentation about living with a disability. Sponsored by the Disability Awareness Association.
$2 or food for the food bank
mitchem@wsu.edu • 509-335-6220
Performance: The Heidi Chronicles
7:30 p.m. • Jones Theatre, Daggy HallWendy Wasserstein's funny, biting social commentary won both a Tony Award and a Pulitzer Prize. Presented by WSU Department of Theatre & Dance. Reservations at reservations@wsu.edu or 509-335-7236. Cash or check only.
$7 WSU students and youth; $12 adults; $10 seniors
libarts.wsu.edu/theatre/performances/ • abloomsburg@wsu.edu • 509-335-7447
Performance: Melancholy Play
7:30 p.m. • Wadleigh Theater, Daggy HallA contemporary farce by Sarah Ruhl, this play takes a witty, humorous look at sadness, happiness, and love. Presented by STAGE student theater productions. Performances at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday; 2 p.m. matinees Saturday and Sunday.
$12 general; $10 seniors; $7 WSU students, children
libarts.wsu.edu/theatre/performances/ • knuttman@wsu.edu • 360-801-0123
LIVE IN COLOR Fashion Show
7:30-9:00 p.m. • Beasley Performing Arts ColiseumThe runway will rock in this high-energy fashion extravaganza featuring work from the portfolio collections of 26 apparel design students. Don’t miss it!
$10 advance; $15 door
www.amdt.wsu.edu • amt496@gmail.com • 509-335-7827
Campus Christian Fellowship
7:30-9:30 p.m. • Living Faith Fellowship, 345 SW Kimball, PullmanMoms are especially invited to this time of Christian Fellowship with students from both WSU and UI. We enjoy your student and thank you for sending them. We hope you can join us!
www.CampusChristianFellowship.com • SaraG@LivingFaithFellowship.com
509-334-1035
Up All Night
8:00 p.m.–midnight • CUB Senior BallroomFeaturing comedians Rob Paravonian and Richie Holliday, a life-sized game of Life, Bingo and Bunco. Enjoy video games, crafts, prizes galore, and free food and Coke products.
studentinvolvement.wsu.edu • melaniewb@wsu.edu • 509-335-8443
International Dance and Crafts
8:00-10:00 p.m. • 115 Smith GymBecome part of this colorful international dance celebration. If you can walk, you can dance—especially these dances. Get up and dance or sit back and enjoy the colorful native costumes and displays.
hherrick@turbonet.com • 509-332-5625
25th Annual Winefest (Session II)
8:00-10:00 p.m. • Schweitzer Event Center, 1825 Schweitzer Drive, PullmanEnjoy fine wines from the Pacific Northwest while indulging in gourmet food prepared by the School of Hospitality Business Management Catering. Entertainment will include live music and a silent auction. Transportation will be provided between the old Bookie building and the event.
$35 per ticket; must be 21 or older to attend
www.winefest.wsu.edu • winefest2009@hotmail.com • 206-349-2663
Performance: Jane Eyre
8:00 p.m. • Bryan Hall TheatreBeautiful music and powerful drama combine in this Broadway musical adaptation of Charlotte Bronte's famous novel. Sponsored by the WSU School of Music
$10 adults; $5 seniors and students
libarts.wsu.edu/music • jwieck@wsu.edu • 509-335-4331
"Find Your Balance" Contest
8:00-11:00 p.m. • CUB, Senate Meeting RoomTurn in your completed Stamp Card to enter the “Find Your Balance” healthy living contest and become eligible for a $300 grand prize. The March “Find Your Balance” contest was sponsored by WSU Dining Services and the Wellbeing Program.
dining.wsu.edu or wellbeing.wsu.edu • wmueller@wsu.edu • 509-335-3561
Jazz and Soul Music
9:30 p.m.–1:00 a.m. • Rico's Jazz Club, Main Street, PullmanVocalist, keyboardist, and VoJazz director, Kathleen Hollingsworth leads this jazz quintet featuring standards and original music.
www.myspace.com/servethemusic • 509-335-8844
Featured Entertainment
Huey Lewis
and the News
Huey Lewis and the News will be performing live during Mom's Weekend at WSU on April 4.