Calendar and Events for Dec. 4

December 4- Flu shots will be given by Student Health Services, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Juniper Lounge.- Jazz Concert, 7:30 p.m., Kent Concert Hall, FAC. Tickets at door. adults $3, USU students with ID free- “To Kill A Mockingbird.” Dec. 4 through 7, 7:30 p.m., Morgan Theatre, FAC. Adults $9, Faculty/staff $7, USU students free w/ID.

December 5- USU Museum of Anthropology hosting multicultural holiday party. 3 to 6 p.m. Main, Room 252, Info. Angie Hatch 797-7545.- Poetry reading by Pattiann Rogers of her work 7 p.m., ECC Auditorium. A book signing and reception follow

December 6-Last Statesman Fall Semester-Last Day of Classes- “Science and Poetry,” panel discussion with poets Christopher Cokinos, Ken Brewer, and Pattiann Rogers, 10:30 to 11:30 p.m. NR, Room 302-“Songs of the Season” the FOCUS Band 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunburst Lounge

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*The Deaf Education Association is throwing a Christmas party. Anyone and everyone who knows even a little ASL is invited. Dec. 4, 6 p.m. Edith Bowen Lab School. There will be games and treats for everyone.

*Becoming a Blended Family workshop Family Life Center, 493 N. 700 East (across from the bottom of Old Main hill) Dec. 4, 7 p.m. No registration required. 797-7430 for info.

*USU Japanese club movie “Kikujiro:, Dec. 4, 7 p.m. basement of Greaves Hall. Free

*”America Counts” benefit concert, Donations of warm clothing item or 1 canned food item. Dec. 4, 7 to 9 p.m. Walnut room TSC. Niveseon/Wright/Boyce Band, Ryan & Holly Conger, Long Nights Journey, Ernesto Lopez.

*Golden Key finals study break forum, Dec. 5, 6 to 9 p.m. East Colony room. Doughnuts and hot chocolate.

*I.C.E club holiday potluck, Dec. 5, 6:30 p.m. in the basement lounge of Greaves Hall. Bring a traditional dish to share. All welcome.

*To warm hands, feet and hearts Mitten Tree donations accepted until Dec. 11. New mittens, hats, scarfs, and sock for infants and children are welcomed. USU Women’s Center TSC 310 or call 797-1728 for other locations.

*Angel tree for Pals youth and other youth in the community. The tree is located in TSC 2nd floor Juniper Lounge, just outside of the auditorium. Return unwrapped gifts to Service Center by Dec. 4.

*Winter clothing drive, Dec. 2 through 6. Bins located in Ag. Science building. Children’s winter clothing accepted. Items will be donated to local charities.

*Stuff a Bus for Sub for Santa, sponsored by USU Parking office. Drop in your spare change to buy toys for kids. Watch for collection containers on shuttle buses. Dec. 2 through 6.

*Department of Art, Reception for Junko Kono’s MFA Thesis Exhibition. Dec. 6, 7 to 9 p.m., Tippetts Exhibition Hall, Chase Fine Arts Center

*Dept. of Music, Choir Concert. Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m., Kent Concert Hall, FAC. Tickets at door. Admission: adults $5, USU students with ID free

*Experience the magic of Christmas at the American West Heritage Center for Frontier Christmas, Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $6 for adults, $5 for students, $4 for children (3-11) and $20 for a family pass (admits 2 adults and 4 children. Call 245-6050 for more information.

*Finals First Aid: Reduce Your Stress; Pet-A-Pet. Monday thru Wednesday of Finals week; 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; TSC International Lounge. Interact with local therapy pets and guide puppies in training.

*AED–very important packet meeting for those applying to medical/dental school to start fall 2004. Susan Haddock Dec. 10, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. or Dec. 12, 3 to 4 p.m. in BNR 202A. You need only attend one session.

*USU Chamber Singers Confections and Carols, Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m. Walnut room. $10/students, $15 individuals, $25 couple. Call 797-3035 for tickets. Deadline for order Dec. 5.

*Horse-drawn sleigh rides and guided tours along our festively lit pathways will fill you with the Christmas spirit on our 1917 Living Historical Farm at the American West Heritage Center. The festivities take place December 14, 5 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $6 for adults, $5 for students, $4 for children (3 to 11) and $20 for a family pass (admits 2 adults and 4 children. Call 245-6050 for more information.

*Attention Student Parents Registering Now for Spring Semester 2003. USU Children’s House Quality childcare services and preschool program available on campus for your young children 3 to 6 years. Current openings and flexible enrollment options available. Drop by and visit us at 862 E. 900 North (directly north of the Spectrum), or call the Director at 797-3657.

*Apply now to be a part of the 2003 USU A-Team. Info. and applications TSC, Room 304.

*Aggie Leadership Academy is looking for qualified leaders to come on board as facilitators of leadership retreats and workshops as part of the Val R. Christensen Service Center. Male and female positions open. Great for experience in leadership and great for service hours and resume building. E-mail hab@cc.usu.edu with interest and experience resume. hab@cc.usu.edu

*USU Marriage & Family Therapy Clinic provides individual, marital, and family therapy. Therapy is individualized to meet the unique needs and situations of clients. Therapy is provided by graduate students completing their master’s degrees under supervision of clinical faculty on a sliding fee scale basis. Info. or an appointment 797-7430. Appointments are available during both day and evening hours.

*Boy Scout Troop 1 15th Annual Chili Dinner, Dec. 6, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. First Presbyterian Church, 12 South 200 West. Family $15, Individual $5. Tickets available at the door.

*Logan Blues and Comedy Revival, Featuring the Blue Blazers Blues Band, Dec. 7, 8 p.m., Caine Old Lyric Theatre, 28 West Center, Logan. $8 at the door, $7 advance at USU ticket offices

*Contra Dance, Dec. 7. 7:30 p.m., Whittier Community Center, 290 N. 400 East Local callers will teach each dance and beginners and families are welcome. Live music will be provided by the local band, Leaping Lulu. $5 donation is requested at the door.

*Parade of Gingerbread Houses, 10 downtown Main Street stores. Enjoy the holiday feeling and vote for your favorite. Pick up a ballot at the store where the Gingerbread house is located.