{"id":151107,"date":"2023-09-29T08:34:54","date_gmt":"2023-09-29T14:34:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/communique.uccs.edu\/?p=151107"},"modified":"2023-10-02T10:14:51","modified_gmt":"2023-10-02T16:14:51","slug":"upcoming-campus-events-oct-2-oct-8","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/communique.uccs.edu\/?p=151107","title":{"rendered":"Upcoming Campus Events: Oct. 2 &#8211; Oct. 8"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/communique.uccs.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Copy-of-230202_UCCS_CommGraphics_Twitter.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-145208\" srcset=\"https:\/\/communique.uccs.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Copy-of-230202_UCCS_CommGraphics_Twitter.png 1200w, https:\/\/communique.uccs.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Copy-of-230202_UCCS_CommGraphics_Twitter-600x338.png 600w, https:\/\/communique.uccs.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Copy-of-230202_UCCS_CommGraphics_Twitter-741x417.png 741w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Celebrate Clyde&#8217;s birthday, attend a Cybersecurity networking session, join a night hike at Garden of the Gods and more with our upcoming events!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for more? Check out the UCCS online calendar at <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mlc.uccs.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\">Mountain Lion Connect<\/a> or <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/clubmatch.uccs.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\">visit ClubMatch<\/a> to find a group that&#8217;s right for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#campusevents\">Campus Events<\/a> | <a href=\"#athletics\">Athletics<\/a> | <a href=\"#arts\">Arts &amp; Culture<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"campusevents\">Campus Events<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">MONDAY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Preparing &amp; Thinking About the Graduate School Applications<\/strong><br>Monday, Oct. 2 from 6 &#8211; 6:30 p.m. | <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/l\/meetup-join\/19%3ameeting_OTI0ZjJmNDktNDUxZS00Y2Q4LTg2YmYtZGZmZjFjMDQ4Nzlk%40thread.v2\/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22529343fa-e8c8-419f-ab2e-a70c10038810%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d6ad5807-2f40-4592-a3da-aff840ec9499%22%7d\" target=\"_blank\">Virtual Event<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Are you thinking about attending graduate school, but are not sure where to start? Join us for a Virtual Information Session about preparing and thinking about the graduate school application process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TUESDAY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hidden Ethics: Locating the Spaces Where Ethics Live in Professional &amp; Technical Writing<\/strong><br>Tuesday, Oct. 3 from 8 &#8211; 10 a.m. | Dwire 204<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join us and learn from DFEI Faculty Fellow and TCID Principal Instructor, C. Baye Herald, MA, for breakfast and a presentation that looks specifically at how ethical considerations within professional and technical writing are introduced in TCID 3080 Advanced Professional &amp; Technical Writing. <a href=\"https:\/\/mlc.uccs.edu\/event\/9111041\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more on Mountain Lion Connect<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/web.cvent.com\/event\/8cbc118e-28b6-45f7-9056-5070d9347a7d\/regProcessStep1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">register for the event here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Diversity Networking Career Event<\/strong><br>Tuesday, Oct. 3 from 11:30 a.m. &#8211; 3:30 p.m. | Berger Hall<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join us for round table talk with leaders on DEI Career Topics before a networking event with industry leaders in nonprofit, government and private sector industries that will be sharing their company\u2019s commitment to DEI, their career paths, and information full-time, part-time and internship opportunities with their company. <a href=\"https:\/\/mlc.uccs.edu\/event\/9174652\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about the event and agenda<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Commuter Lunch &#8211; Chicken Tenders<\/strong><br>Tuesday, Oct. 3 from 12 &#8211; 1 p.m. | University Center Upper Plaza<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Calling all commuter students to join us on the Upper Plaza for some FREE delicious chicken tenders! We will have breaded tenders as well as grilled tenders as a gluten free option.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Banned Books Discussion with Comics Creator Ryan Estrada<\/strong><br>Tuesday, Oct. 3 from 2 &#8211; 3:30 p.m. | MOSAIC Office &#8211; UC 110<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join us for a discussion with comic creator Ryan Estrada about about banned books and Banned Book Club, the gripping true story of a South Korean woman&#8217;s student days under an authoritarian regime in the early 1980s, and how she defied state censorship through the rebellion of reading.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Abroad 101 Tuesday Session<\/strong><br>Tuesday, Oct. 3 from 3 &#8211; 4 p.m. | <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/l\/meetup-join\/19%3ameeting_MDIwZTEyMDYtNmY0MC00ZmI2LWJhZWItOGU2NmMwMWY2MDlj%40thread.v2\/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22529343fa-e8c8-419f-ab2e-a70c10038810%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22a8f7e66d-2f62-48aa-8b73-51acfcb982c7%22%7d\" target=\"_blank\">Virtual Event<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Want to study abroad? Then join us to learn how you can start the process to study abroad. We will go over applying, getting accepted and going on your trip. <a href=\"https:\/\/mlc.uccs.edu\/event\/9141454\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Virtual meeting details here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Let&#8217;s Talk About Sex, Baby &#8211; Wellness Workshop<\/strong><br>Tuesday, Oct. 3 from 5 &#8211; 6 p.m. | Art Therapy Room &#8211; Rec Center Meeting Room 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What they didn&#8217;t tell you in high school\u2026join us for a welcoming and judgement-free zone to learn about sex education! <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/campusrec.uccs.edu\/Program\/GetProgramDetails?courseId=0e413a3d-13c4-4425-af0d-2a5ec78b52a4&amp;semesterId=290ad329-368c-446a-adc6-6382d149db49\" target=\"_blank\">Please register in advance here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Koru Mindfulness &#8211; Session 1<\/strong><br>Tuesday, Oct. 3 from 5 &#8211; 6:15 p.m. | Virtual Event<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This is a secular mindfulness course based on the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction program created by Jon Kabat-Zinn. <a href=\"https:\/\/mlc.uccs.edu\/event\/9253321\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">More information and dates here.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Learn to Climb Series<\/strong><br>Each Tuesday in October from 6 \u2013 7:30 p.m. | SOLE Center<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In this series, participants will learn the art and skill of rock climbing with each lesson focusing on a different climbing topic. <a href=\"https:\/\/mlc.uccs.edu\/event\/9142607\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about the series and price here<\/a>, with discounts for students and members.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WEDNESDAY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Clyde&#8217;s Birthday &#8211; Discounts, Cookies, and Celebration!<\/strong><br>Wednesday, Oct. 4 from 9 a.m. &#8211; 12 p.m. | University Center 2nd floor by Big Cat Coffee<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clyde is celebrating his birthday at the University Center! Stop by to wish him a happy birthday and get a special cookie in return. Other events throughout the week include 20% off Clyde\u2019s Best Buy Items all week online and at the Campus Store with coupon code: ClydeBday, and limited Edition Birthday Cake Coffee at Big Cat Coffee all week!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Koru Mindfulness &#8211; Session 2<\/strong><br>Wednesday, Oct. 4 from 12 &#8211; 1:15 p.m. | Virtual Event<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This is a secular mindfulness course based on the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction program created by Jon Kabat-Zinn. <a href=\"https:\/\/mlc.uccs.edu\/event\/9253348\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">More information and dates here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Noodlepalooza<\/strong><br>Wednesday, Oct. 4 from 12 &#8211; 1:30 p.m. | Columbine Hall 316<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Are you interested in engaging more with the campus community? Do you like board games and free food? Attend our weekly Noodlepalooza event with noodles, snacks, and board games, open to all!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>College Open House #4 &#8211; College of Letters, Arts, &amp; Sciences<\/strong><br>Wednesday, Oct. 4 from 2 &#8211; 4 p.m. | University Center 302<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This is your opportunity to talk to deans, faculty, college academic advisors, and former and current students to explore the degrees, programs, and career paths for the six colleges at UCCS with free food and giveaways! <a href=\"https:\/\/mlc.uccs.edu\/event\/9311200\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See dates for other open houses and registration info here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hybrid Sole In Costa Rica Info Session<\/strong><br>Wednesday, Oct. 4 from 3:30 &#8211; 4:30 p.m. | <a href=\"https:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/l\/meetup-join\/19%3ameeting_MGMyNTdlZmUtZGY1Mi00MmUwLTlhMmYtNmRkMThhNmI2M2Ey%40thread.v2\/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22529343fa-e8c8-419f-ab2e-a70c10038810%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22a8f7e66d-2f62-48aa-8b73-51acfcb982c7%22%7d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Virtual Event<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join us during this hybrid session to learn how to study abroad in Costa Rica with S.O.L.E.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cool Science Cybersecurity Awareness Parents\u2019 &amp; Kids\u2019 Night!<\/strong><br>Wednesday, Oct. 4 from 5:30 &#8211; 7 p.m. | UCCS Cybersecurity Center<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>As part of a community effort to raise awareness regarding cybersecurity, UCCS staff and faculty cordially invite K-8 parents and their children for an educational evening during National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. There will be educational sessions and hands-on activities for parents and students alike on cybersecurity, threats to personal security, and what to look for in the online world to stay safe. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cvent.com\/c\/express\/df30af37-e80e-4746-8b73-1575e3e2ca9c\">Please register in advance and learn more here<\/a>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Paracord Bracelets<\/strong><br>Wednesday, Oct. 4 from 6 &#8211; 7:30 p.m. | SOLE Center<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Learn to make a variety of bracelets and other handy paracord projects. Free for students and members of the Rec and Wellness Center.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Night Hike at Garden of the Gods<\/strong><br>Wednesday, Oct. 4 from 7 &#8211; 10 p.m. | Garden of the Gods<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join us for a night hike at Garden of the Gods!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">THURSDAY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Intro to Mountain Bike Series (October)<\/strong><br>Each Thursday in October from 6 &#8211; 7:30 p.m. | SOLE Center<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Learn the basics of mountain biking in this series. <a href=\"https:\/\/mlc.uccs.edu\/event\/9142661\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about the series and price here<\/a>, with discounts for students and members.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Trivia Night<\/strong><br>Thursday, Oct. 5 from 7 &#8211; 8 p.m. | Clyde&#8217;s Gastropub<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Come test your knowledge with Student Life and play through 6 rounds of trivia for a chance to win prizes while enjoying snacks! To be prepared ahead of time, feel free to download the Speedquizzing app.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ladies Climb Night<\/strong><br>Thursday, Oct. 5 from 7 &#8211; 9 p.m. | SOLE Center<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join us for a fun evening of climbing and socialization! Free for students and members.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FRIDAY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>UCCS Cyber Across the Campus Day<\/strong><br>Friday, Oct. 6 from 9 &#8211; 11 a.m. | El Pomar Plaza<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The CU System Office is bringing a life-size Plinko game, replete with cyber quiz questions. Representatives from Deloitte, the Women in Cyber (WiCyS) Club and the Mountain Lions Cyber Club will be there to talk to students about career opportunities, the cyber industry and all there is to know about cyber on campus, from resources and competitions to education and games. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Seminar: Modified perpendicular artificial spin ice<\/strong><br>Friday, Oct. 6 from 11 a.m. &#8211; 12 p.m. | Osborne A204<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join us for a <a href=\"https:\/\/mlc.uccs.edu\/event\/9327100\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">seminar on artificial spin ice<\/a> with Professor Susan Kempinger of North Central College<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>UCCSlead Game Changer: Cybersecurity Session<\/strong><br>Friday, Oct. 6 from 11 a.m. &#8211; 4 p.m. | Upper Lodge<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>UCCSlead Game Changer: Cybersecurity Session is a half-day transformational leadership experience open to all UCCS-affiliated undergraduate and graduate students with an interest in cybersecurity. Students will learn who they are as leaders, gain fundamental leadership skills, connect with industry professionals from Deloitte and receive UCCSlead swag, free food, a leadership certificate, and a graduation cord.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Finding a Research Mentor<\/strong><br>Friday, Oct. 6 from 12 &#8211; 1 p.m. | EPC 237 in the Kraemer Family Library<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join the Center for Student Research and learn how to find faculty members interested in similar topics and how to get connected with them. We will also discuss the Undergraduate Research Academy where you can get paid for your work as a research assistant once you find a faculty mentor!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Jessica Lynn: My Transgender Journey<\/strong><br>Friday, Oct. 6 at 1:45 p.m. | <a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/j\/88670846363?pwd=U2Znb3Vrdzg4bFBnOWZZOGxSdWNBUT09\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Virtual Event<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join us for a talk from Jessica Lynn, Stonewall School Role Model, Kinsey Institute Global Ambassador and world-renowned transgender advocate, educator and activist. Jessica is considered internationally one of the foremost transgender speakers due to her dynamic, refreshingly honest speaking style, unique sense of humor and signature &#8220;ask-me-anything&#8221; Q&amp;A sessions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>October Key Log Rolling<\/strong><br>Friday, Oct. 6 from 6:30 &#8211; 8 p.m. | UCCS Aquatic Center<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join us for a Key Log Rolling session!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SUNDAY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Four Lakes Loop at Rocky Mountain National Park<\/strong><br>Sunday, Oct. 8 from 5 a.m. &#8211; 7 p.m. | Rocky Mountain National Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join Campus Rec for a Four Lakes Loop hike at Rocky Mountain National Park, $25 for students and members.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"arts\">Athletics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CROSS COUNTRY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>UCCS Cross Country Open<\/strong><br>Friday, Oct. 6 at 9 a.m. (men&#8217;s) and 9:45 a.m. (women&#8217;s) | Monument Valley Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">MEN&#8217;S SOCCER<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mountain Lions at Colorado Christian<\/strong><br>Sunday, Oct. 8 at 1 p.m. | Mountain Lion Stadium<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WOMEN&#8217;S SOCCER<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fort Lewis at UCCS<\/strong><br>Sunday, Oct. 8 at 1 p.m. | Mountain Lion Stadium<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VOLLEYBALL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Chadron State at UCCS<\/strong><br>Friday, Oct. 6 at 6 p.m. | Gallogly Events Center<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Colorado Christian at UCCS<\/strong><br>Saturday, Oct. 7 at 3 p.m. | Gallogly Events Center<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arts &amp; Culture<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Steel Magnolias<\/strong><br>Runs Thursday, Sept. 21 through Oct. 15 with several showtimes | Dusty Loo Bon Vivant Theater<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Steel Magnolias invites you into the intimate world of a Black beauty shop in small- town Louisiana and the lives of the women who keep both the shop and the county running. With iconic characters, razor sharp wit, and all the Southern charm you can fit on one stage, Steel Magnolias brings heart, warmth, tears, and side-splitting laughter to the Dusty Loo this fall. <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/tickets.entcenterforthearts.org\/4045\/4405\" target=\"_blank\">Check here for pricing and show options<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Wellness Wednesdays<\/strong><br>Wednesday, Oct. 4 at 12:30 p.m. | Ent Center for the Arts<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join us for free, 1-hour movement sessions every Wednesday at the Ent Center for the Arts! <a href=\"https:\/\/tickets.entcenterforthearts.org\/4541\/4549\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Please register in advance and learn more here<\/a>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rise Christian Arts presents Les Mis\u00e9rables: School Edition<\/strong><br>Runs Thursday, Oct. 5 through Saturday, Oct. 7 with several showtimes | Shockley-Zalabak Theater<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Winner of over 100 international awards and seen by over 65 million people worldwide, Les Mis\u00e9rables is an epic and uplifting story about the survival of the human spirit. 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