Tuesday
November 13, 2007
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
November Staff Meeting
This month’s staff meeting, led by Jon Jensen, will focus on two areas: the land use plan that is being developed, and the President’s Climate Commitment and other sustainability initiatives. Meetings will be held in Peace Dining Room Wednesday, Nov. 14 at 2 p.m. and Thursday, Nov. 15 at 9 a.m. All staff are strongly encouraged to attend. In order to accommodate everyone, departments are asked to evenly divide themselves between the sessions.
COLLEGE OPERATIONS
Faculty/administration paydate Nov. 21
The November paydate for faculty and administration will be Wednesday, Nov. 21.
Metro Lutheran newspaper
In the interest of being better environmental stewards, the college is going to request fewer copies of the Metro Lutheran monthly newspaper. If you would like to continue receiving this publication, contact Linda Skoda, 387-1001, <skodalda>.
Test Drive Microsoft Office 2007
Curious about Office 2007 and interested in trying it out? Test drive each of the products from your own computer. For more information, visit http://helpdesk.luther.edu/go/office.
Sales in the Book Shop
The Book Shop will have a big sale Nov. 12-16. Selected clothing, children’s books and more will be on clearance. All other clothing and children’s books will be 20 percent off. Some exclusions apply. Great shopping opportunities.
Sign up for Worlddoc.com
Faculty and staff can create their own account regarding personal health information. Sign up for worlddoc.com Thursday, Nov. 15 or Tuesday, Nov. 20, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day, in Marty’s computer area and the computers located around the pillars in the Union. Faculty and students will be available to guide you through the sign up process.
Remember to bring a current insurance card along.
Yoga class begins Nov. 13
Yoga classes, held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4:30 p.m. in the Regent’s Center dance studio, start Nov. 13.
EVENTS
Chapel this week
Tuesday, Nov. 13: Student-led Chapel, CFL Main Hall
Wednesday, Nov. 14: Beth Lewis, SOV Visitor
Thursday, Nov. 15: Dave Anderson, Fellowship Ministries
Come for Shadow Block Break, 9:50-10:20 a.m., in the CFL lobby for coffee, juice, treats and conversation.
Friday, Nov. 16: Hans Lee ’83, Diakonos Visitor, Nordic Choir
Monday, Nov. 19: Jenessa Bonikowske, Senior Chapel
Tuesday, Nov. 20: Student-led Chapel, CRH
Nov. 21-25: Thanksgiving Break, no Chapel
Inspector General tickets available
Final three performances left of theatre/dance department’s “The Inspector General,” a play by Nikolai Gogol are Thursday, Nov. 15 and Saturday, Nov. 17 at 7:30 p.m.; and Saturday, Nov. 17 at 1:30 p.m. in Jewel Theatre in the Center for the Arts. Tickets are available for $7 at the Luther Box Office. More at: http://tinyurl.com/3ybwwq
Oppenheimer to speak Nov. 13
Mark Oppenheimer, a freelance journalist and former newspaper editor, will speak Tuesday, Nov. 13, at 7 p.m. in Olin 102. The lecture is free and open to the public.
Oppenheimer is writing a book on oratory/debate in America. His lecture, titled “Oratory and Ethics: How Public Speaking Makes Us Better Citizens,” will draw on his research. More at: http://tinyurl.com/2stf5q
Wind and Percussion Ensemble Nov. 13
Luther Wind and Percussion Ensemble will perform in concert Tuesday, Nov. 13, at 7:30 p.m., CFL Main Hall. The concert is free and open to the public. The performance includes “Armenian Dances Part One” by Alfred Reed, “Sketches on a Tudor Psalm” by Fisher Tull, “Dusk” by Steven Bryant and “Wild Nights” by Frank Ticheli. More at: http://tinyurl.com/3bnxlf
PRIDE Week events
PRIDE Week presentation, “Ally 101: How to be a Better Ally” Tuesday, Nov. 13 at 9 p.m. in Olin 102.
On Thursday, Nov. 15, the film “Stereotypes in Film” will be shown at 7:30 p.m. in Valders 117, with a discussion following.
The Drag Ball “Go Greek” will be held in Marty’s Friday, Nov. 16, 10 p.m.
SOV visitor: Beth Lewis
Sense of Vocation visitor Beth Lewis will be on campus Wednesday, Nov. 14. Lewis is the president and CEO of Augsburg Fortress, the ministry of publishing for the ELCA. She will speak in Daily Chapel at 10:30 a.m. in the CFL Main Hall. Other events include classroom visits and meetings with students.
NAA winter sports luncheon
The Norse Athletic Association will hold a winter sports luncheon in Peace Dining at noon, Wednesday, Nov. 14.
Cost for lunch is $5. Winter sport coaches will speak on their seasons to date. Attendees will hear about the upcoming Norse winter seasons.
The NAA was formed to meet the increasing costs of running an NCAA Division III athletic program. RSVP to Mark Franzen, 387-1588 or <franma03>.
Mosher Ylvisaker Endowment lecture
Craig Mosher, social work, will present “College-Church-Community Collaborations for Sustainability: Caring for Creation” Wednesday, Nov. 14 at 4:30 p.m. in the Mott-Borlaug Room.
The program is open to the public with no charge for admission. The forum is sponsored by the faculty interests committee and the social work department. More at: http://tinyurl.com/34kzyb
German Film Series Nov. 14
The German program at Luther invites the campus to the German Film Series showing of “Die neuen Leiden des jungen W.” on Nov. 14, at 7 p.m. in the Hovde Lounge.
What have jeans, bell-bottoms and the 70s in common with the German author Goethe? The movie “Die neuen Leiden des jungen W.” tells the story of a young man who wants to escape from his small town environment. German with English subtitles.
BSU talent show auditions
The BSU invites students, staff and faculty to audition for the annual BSU talent show. Auditions will be held on Wednesday Nov. 14 at 8:15 p.m. in the Jenson-Noble Sperati Room. For more information e-mail <bsu>.
Penaluna Ylvisaker Endowment lecture
Regan Penaluna, philosophy, will give the lecture “Fight for Women’s Rights? An Early Feminist’s Critique of Rights-Talk.” on Thursday, Nov. 15, 6:30 p.m. in Hovde Lounge. The lecture is free and open to the public. Penaluna is the recipient of a grant from the Doris and Ragnvald Ylvisaker Endowment for Faculty Growth. More at: http://tinyurl.com/2j42q4
Jazz Band Concert Nov. 14
Jazz Band Concert Nov. 14 at 7 p.m., CFL Main Hall.
The Fault Line Nov. 15
The Fault Line, an a capella rock group and recent semi-finalist on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, will perform Thursday, Nov. 15, in Marty’s. Luther’s male a capella group, Undeclared, will open at 9 p.m. Tickets are $7 each and are available at the door the night of the show.
The Fault Line is the first group to perform mainstream rock without instruments. More at: http://tinyurl.com/3xotej
Asian Film Series: ‘Ugetsu’
The Asian Film Series, co-sponsored by WGST program and the courses in Asian area studies, present “Ugetsu” by director Kenji Mizoguchi Thursday, Nov. 15, 9 p.m. in Olin 102. Set in 16th century Japan, a period of bloody civil war, the film is rooted in the postwar psyche of 1950s Japan, focusing on an ambitious potter haunted by a ghost and a farmer who dreams of being a samurai.
Russian Film Series: ‘East-West’
“East-West” Thursday, Nov. 15, 9 p.m., Hovde Lounge.
CSS Dinner Series Nov. 16
Join Catering before the Koresh performance Friday, Nov. 16. Menu includes: Rum imbibed almond stuffed dates wrapped in “La Quercia” proscuitto ham, with Maytag blue cheese and fried plantain chips. Porcini mushroom marinated grilled Seitan with Yukon fork mashed potatoes, grilled spinach, horseradish cream, roasted red bell pepper and Chia seed tapenade. Old fashioned tapioca pudding with guava oatmeal bars.
Call the Box Office for tickets, 387-1357.
CSS: Koresh Dance Company
Renowned for their powerful stage presence and high-energy style, Philadelphia’s Koresh Dance Company comes to the CFL stage Friday, Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m. as part of the 2007-2008 Center Stage Series.
The dance troupe will present a blend of ballet, modern dance and jazz. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for students/senior citizens. Call the Box Office or order on-line: http://programming.luther.edu. Click Center Stage Series. More at: http://tinyurl.com/33dn5q
Chamber Orchestra concert Nov. 17
Luther Chamber Orchestra will perform in concert Saturday, Nov. 17, at 2 p.m., NRH. The concert is open to the public with no charge for admission.
The orchestra will perform “Octet for Winds in E-flat Major” by Ludwig van Beethoven, “Ancient Airs and Dances, Suite 3” by Ottorino Respighi, “Little Threepenny Music, for wind instruments” by Kurt Weill and “Danses sacrée et profane” by Claude Debussy.
Jacquelyn Venter Ridder is the featured harp soloist for the performance. More at: http://tinyurl.com/2l9xsd
‘Magic, Mystery and Music’
Luther’s opera scenes workshop class will present “Once Upon an Opera: Magic, Mystery, and Music,” an evening of opera scenes, in the NRH.
Performances are Saturday, Nov. 17 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 18 at 1:30 p.m., and are open to the public with no charge for admission.
The performance will explore themes of magic and mystery and cover a diverse musical and dramatic palate. It will include excerpts from works of Rossini, Poulenc, Purcell, Mozart, Humperdinck and Johann Strauss. More at: http://tinyurl.com/399x8c
Jazz Orchestra concert Nov. 18
Luther’s Jazz Orchestra will present its Fall Gala concert Sunday, Nov. 18, at 4 p.m. in the CFL Main Hall. The concert is free and open to the public.
The Jazz Orchestra will perform works from 1928 to recent jazz compositions and arrangements. The concert includes works by Gershwin, Ellington, Thomas “Fats” Waller, Charles Mingus, Sammy Nestico, Frank Foster, Morgan Ames, Bob Washut, Gordon Goodwin and a modern treatment of J.S. Bach’s Invention in D-minor.
Environmental Studies Film Nov. 18
Environmental Studies will show “An Inconvenient Truth” Sunday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. in Olin 102.
Campus land use brown bag seminars
Brown bag seminars on campus land use will be held in Borlaug Monday, Nov. 19 at noon, Tuesday, Nov. 27 at 9:40 a.m. and Thursday, Nov. 29 at noon. Members of the land use committee will present the proposed plans for the campus. The seminars are free and open to the public. Participants should bring their own food and beverage.
Luther College Woman’s Club Nov. 20
The Luther College Woman’s Club will meet Tuesday, Nov. 20 in Peace Dining Room at 1:45 p.m. to hear Brenda Ranum speak about “Northeast Iowa food and fitness initiative.” All Decorah-area women are invited. Guests welcome.
Environmental Studies brown bag
The Environmental Studies program is sponsoring a brown bag presentation and discussion on rain gardens by Inger Lamb of the Prairie Rivers RC&D office at noon Tuesday, Nov. 20 in the Borlaug Room. Inger is an expert on the construction, planting and maintenance of prairie rain gardens in Iowa. Rain gardens are an environmentally sound method of reducing run-off of water during rain events, and are being used to absorb the runoff from the roof of Luther’s new science building. This presentation is open to the general public.
Healthy Back Day Nov. 21
Luther’s annual Healthy Back Day is Wednesday, Nov. 21, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Union lobby. All faculty and staff are invited for free massages, demonstrations, ergonomics information and educational information from physical therapists and chiropractors.
COMMUNITY
New employee
Welcome Anne Craft as the new tutor coordinator in Luther’s Student Academic Support Center. A welcome addition to our team, Anne brings her experience and training as tutor coordinator and teacher at Gettysburg College, as well as her passion for student success to the center. Direct inquiries regarding SASC tutoring services to Anne at <craftann>, 387-1151, or to the SASC office, 387-1270.
Welcome Anne Hartberg to Luther. Anne joins the music department as the receptionist. Telephone, 387-1208; office, Jenson-Noble 210.
Position opening
Artistic director for Celebration Iowa Singers and Jazz Band: Responsible for developing and implementing the artistic vision and focus of Celebration Iowa. See Human Resources website for information: http://hr.luther.edu/common_forms/staffvacancies.html .
ARTICLES, CREATIONS, HONORS
College Ministries beyond campus
In October, campus pastors Mike Blair, Amy Zalk Larson and David Vasquez were involved in a number of events that connect Luther to the larger church. The pastors represented Luther at a confirmation fest in Wisconsin, attended a synod theological retreat and hosted several groups. On campus were four church groups, 28 prospective students from the Milwaukee synod, EPIC congregation representatives, vocation visitors, synod youth directors, and active and retired area pastors.
Articles, creations, honors, etc.
William Kuhlman, emeritus music, performed Sunday Nov. 4 at Christ Lutheran Church, Arcadia, Wis. as part of the 25th anniversary celebration of the Casavant pipe organ for which Kuhlman was consultant and dedicatory recitalist. The celebration included two festive services and an organ demonstration for the youth of the church.
Richard Leake and Deji Ojo ’09, presented on Starting Your Own Campus Business at the National CEO Conference, Nov. 1-3, in Chicago. Two students, Andy Wilhelm ’08 and Cathy Gilroy ’08, served as moderators for speaker sessions. Luke Fier ’08, Karishma Sushilkumar ’10, Allie Fjelstad ’08, Kobina Yankey ’09, Jace Senske ’08 and Ryan Thimjon ’11 represented Luther E-Club at the CEO conference.
Kristy Gould is co-author of a paper published in the October issue of the International Journal of Primatology titled “A Salience Theory of Learning and Behavior: with Perspectives on Neurobiology and Cognition.”
Oyvind T. Gulliksen, visiting faculty in English, has published a book in Norwegian titled “Paradoksal trøst: Om Paal-Helge Haugens forfatterskap” (Oslo: Unipub Press, November 2007, 275 pages). It is the first book-length study of one of Norway’s best-known contemporary poets. Two of Haugen’s books of poems have been published in English, “Stone Fences” (1986), which won the Richard Wilbur Prize, and “Wintering the Light” (1997).
Du Huang and Xiao Hu, music, recently performed on a contemporary music concert organized by the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee. They performed the “Semitic Suite” (1957) by the Jewish composer Alexander U. Boskowich; selections from “Jatekok” (1979) by Hungarian composer Gyorgy Kurtag; and “Short Circuit” (2005) by UW-Milwaukee composer Jonathan Monhardt.
Pam Torresdal, director of counseling, attended the annual conference of the Association of University and College Counseling Center Directors Nov. 3-7 in Indianapolis. Substantial time in the conference program was devoted to the shootings at Virginia Tech last April, how this event “ripped away the illusory veil of safety from campus life” (Russ Federman, Director of Counseling, University of Virginia), and how college administrators and counseling centers are now facing expectations and pressures from various constituencies to restore that veil of safety.
Marv Slind spoke to the Sons of Norway in Rochester on Nov. 8, on “The Impact of the Black Death on Scandinavia.” The audience included a number of Luther alumni, as well as parents and grandparents of current and former Luther students.
“Danish Doc Production,” a Danish film studio, brought J. R. Christianson to Copenhagen to be interviewed Oct. 5 for Lars Becker-Larsen’s forthcoming documentary film, “The Moving Earth.” The film will deal with the revolution in astronomy between Copernicus and Newton. Christianson was interviewed regarding the role of Tycho Brahe. Becker-Larsen has directed numerous documentary films on science, including the prize-winning “The Copenhagen Interpretation” (2004) about physicist Niels Bohr.
SPORTS RESULTS/SCHEDULE
Women’s cross country won the team title at the NCAA III Central Regional hosted by St. Olaf College, Nov. 10, automatically qualifying the Norse for the national championships. Luther’s top five all earned all-region honors by placing in the top-35, led by Janet Dobyns who claimed the individual title by nine seconds (first, 21:38). Earning all-region honors: Flannery Cerbin ’09 (17th, 23:05), Rachel Wobeter ’09 (19th, 23:06), Ericka Sell ’11 (22nd, 23:11) and Annie McKay ’11 (28th, 23:17). Katie Dolan ’10, (38th, 23:30) and Elise Bennett ’09 (40th, 23:34) completed Luther’s seven. NCAA III National Championships will be held Saturday, Nov. 17 at St. Olaf.
Men’s cross country placed second at the NCAA III Central Regional hosted by St. Olaf, automatically qualifying the Norse for nationals. Three Norse earned all-region honors: Matt Busche ’08 (third, 25:13), David McKay ’09 (fifth, 25:24) and Carson Bruns ’08 (26th, 26:09). Completing Luther’s seven were Erik Johnson ’11 (37th, 26:23), Mike Switzer ’10 (38th, 26:24), Trevor Ruwitch ’09 (41st, 26:27) and Aaron Zutz ’08 (43rd, 26:30). NCAA III National Championships will be Saturday, Nov. 17 at St. Olaf.
Football lost to the University of Dubuque, 31-34, Nov. 10. The Norse finished with an Iowa Conference record of 4-4, 5-5 overall.
Wrestling had 12 place-winners at the UW-Stevens Point Open Nov. 10, including one champion, four runners-up and three third place honors. A J Gregg ’08 went 3-0 and captured the 184-pound championship.
Men’s swimming broke five Luther pool records in their 127-39 victory over Morningside College. Bryan Perrott ’08, Michael Pettengill ’10, Andrew Bross ’08 and Cameron Webb ’09, set a pool record in the 400 medley relay by nearly a full two seconds (3:35.86). Bross broke a six-year record in the 400 IM by almost eight seconds (4:32.58). Pettengill broke his own pool record in the 200 breaststroke (2:12.85), with a first place finish and a time of (2:11.08). Webb did the same in the 500 freestyle, posting a time of (4:54.49), breaking his old mark of (4:56.79) set in 2006. The team of Webb, Aaron Zander ’10, Eric Crawford ’08 and Perrott, set a new 400 freestyle relay record (3:15.45) breaking the old record of (3:16.10) set Feb. 19, 1983.
Women’s swimming defeated Morningside, 95-44.
Women’s basketball defeated Upper Iowa University Nov. 10, 54-53, in an exhibition game.
Women’s soccer had six athletes named all-conference: Emily Ironside ’09 and Jill Nerka ’10 were named to the first team; Ashley Meirick ’10 and Lisa Torgerson ’10 were named second team; and Kalli Ledel ’08 and Kelsey Balk ’11 were honorable mentions.
Men’s soccer had four athletes named all-conference: John Schroeher ’08 was named to the first team; Nic Barclay ’09 was named second team; and Stian Iversen ’09 and Leif Madsen ’08 were honorable mentions.
Home events this week:
Women’s basketball home opener Nov. 17 vs. UW-Eau Claire at 3 p.m.
Men’s basketball home opener Nov. 19 vs. St. Olaf at 7 p.m.
MISCELLANEOUS
Fair Trade chocolate Advent Calendar
The ever-popular Fair Trade chocolate Advent calendar is available in the Diversity Center for $7. Each date in December has a piece of chocolate behind it. Come to the Diversity Center and check out this amazing Fair Trade chocolate calendar.
Back by popular demand
Advent calendars with chocolate are here. Stop by the Book Shop-at only $3.99, they go fast.
Peace Prize Forum Scholars program
The Nobel Peace Prize Forum consortium announces establishment of the Peace Prize Forum Scholars program. Every year, two first-year, sophomore or junior students from each of the five Norwegian Lutheran colleges that make up the consortium will be selected as scholars and awarded a summer travel seminar experience designed to deepen their understanding of issues related to peace, justice, democracy and human rights. Application deadline is Dec. 1. More information is available in the Dean’s Office, Union 262, <brandtja>.
Door prize winners
Winners of the door prizes at the Language Learning Center are: web cam: William Liu, key chain camera: Julianna de Windt, flash drive cards: Sharon Heyer and Laura Delikowski.
Print shop markdowns
The print shop is in the process of getting rid of some older inventory. Stop by and check out our markdowns on some of our resume and fine paper sold by the ream and the case.
United Way update
As of Monday, Nov. 12 the Luther campus has raised $18,500. A reminder-the goal this year is to surpass the $21,000 we raised last year. Need another donation slip? Want to know more about the campaign or where your investment goes? Call Julie, 387-1865 or e-mail her with questions, comments, concerns at <shocju01>.
OFF CAMPUS EVENTS
‘Food and Fitness’ after school program
Decorah Public Library will host “Food and Fitness” with Donella Darrington Tuesday, Nov. 13, 3:30-4:15 p.m. Darrington, Winneshiek County Extension Youth and 4-H Coordinator, will bring a fun program to help children learn about the importance of eating good food and exercising to keep our bodies fit for life.
DPL artist reception and show
The Decorah Public Library will host a reception for Darrell Henning Wednesday, Nov. 14, 5-6:30 p.m. Henning is displaying a collection of black and white photographs in the DPL Mezzanine Gallery until Nov. 30. The Gallery is open to the public free of charge 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Sundays.
Barnetimen at Vesterheim Nov. 15
Preschool aged children and their parents or caregivers are invited to attend Barnetimen Nov. 15, 10-11 a.m. in the Vesterheim’s Westby-Torgerson Education Center. Come enjoy a story, activities and snacks.
Barnetimen is held the third Thursday of each month. This year’s theme is “Where in the World is Jan Brett?” During each session, a volunteer grandparent from the Decorah area reads a story by Jan Brett. The program includes crafts, hands-on activities, and snacks.
Winneshiek Democrats meeting Nov. 15
The November meeting of the Winneshiek County Democratic Party is Thursday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. in the basement of T-Bock’s Sports Bar and Grill, 206 West Water St., Decorah. Call Barbara Dale, secretary, 382-4693, with questions.
WMC Festival of Trees
WMC’s Festival of Trees event proceeds will help purchase a new mammography unit. Events include:
Nov. 16: Opening gala and auction, doors open at 6 p.m.
Nov. 17: Pancakes and pictures with Santa, 8-11 a.m.
Nov. 17: Dessert Among the Trees, 6-9 p.m.
Nov. 18: General Admission, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Dec. 1-2: Holiday Home Tours, noon-4 p.m.
All events will be held at Silver Crest Country Club, except for the run/walk which begins and ends at WMC, and the Holiday Home Tours. For more information, call 387-3129 or go to www.winmedical.org.
Winneshiek Wrestling Club practices
The Winneshiek Wrestling Club begins practices Monday, Nov. 19. WWC is open to all area first-sixth graders interested in learning about wrestling. Practices are held Monday/Tuesday at the Decorah High School wrestling room. Grades 1-2 meet Mondays, 6-7 p.m.; grades 3-4 practice Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m.; grades 5-6 practice Tuesdays, 7-8 p.m. Registration fee is $35, and forms may be picked up at the first practice. For more information contact Jeff Freidhof at 382-3643 ext. 151 or 382-4160, or jfreidhof@decorah.k12.ia.us.
Norse Federation fall meeting Nov. 18
The Decorah Chapter of Norse Federation (Nordmanns Forbundet) will hold its fall meeting Sunday, Nov. 18, at 2 p.m. in Hovde Lounge. The program will be “Constructing an Ideal Image: The Creative Translation of the Linka Preus Diary,” presented by Marvin Slind. The meeting is open to the public; non-members are welcome to attend.
Polka service, pancake breakfast, store
First Lutheran Church, 604 W. Broadway, is hosting a Polka service, pancake breakfast and country store on Sunday, Nov. 18. Service begins 10:30 a.m., with the Jim Busta Band. Pancake breakfast, including sausage, homemade applesauce, bars, coffee/milk will be served from 8:30 a.m.-noon. Cost: $5 adults; $3 children ages 4-10. Purchase basked goods or handcrafted items at Country Store. Proceeds used for scholarships.
‘The Next Form of Democracy’
The League of Women Voters of Upper Iowa and the Decorah Public Library are co-hosting a book discussion on Matthew Leighninger’s popular book “The Next Form of Democracy: How Expert Rule is Giving Way to Shared Governance- and Why Politics Will Never Be the Same” Tuesday, Nov. 20 at 6:30 p.m. in the DPL’s second floor Mezzanine Gallery. Paul Gardner will lead discussion. Contact DPL for additional information, 382-3717, or for assistance locating a copy of the book.
LEGO artist signs ‘Art of the Brick’
Nathan Sawaya, best known as an artist who makes amazing creations out of everyday toy LEGO bricks, is launching his first book, “The Art of the Brick,” at the Agora Arts Store in Decorah, on Friday, Nov. 23.
He will autograph copies of the 60-plus page pictorial from 2-4 p.m. at the eclectic art and fine craft store located in the newly renovated Hotel Winneshiek in the heart of downtown Decorah.
Burning Bright concert Dec. 15
The annual Burning Bright concerts will be held Saturday, Dec. 15. The two evening performances will be held at Decorah United Methodist Church. More information to come on these annual benefit concerts, directed by Otter Dreaming and Kathy Reed-Maxfield.
Big Blue Sky to perform Nov. 24
Music and history will come together Nov. 24 when Big Blue Sky brings its eco-folk and blues to the Elkader Opera House. The concert and auction will benefit Clayton County’s Motor Mill historic site. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $15. For details, call Clayton County Conservation, 563.245.1516; Jon Stravers, 586-2621; or Larry Stone, 888.807.1828; or visit www.motormill.org
StoryPeople tote bags available
Tote bags featuring artwork by StoryPeople creator Brian Andreas are now available for sale at Agora Arts, Donlon Snyder Pharmacy and Decorah Public Library. Bags cost $20 each and all proceeds will fund projects supported by Friends of DPL. For a unique gift, buy a StoryPeople tote bag this holiday season.
UNCLASSIFIED ADS
Wanted: Recording of the Messiah performance from 1991. Contact Karen Guttebo, 387-5520.
Babysitter available: Need a babysitter? My name is Ashley Henderson and I am a sophomore at Luther majoring in elementary education. I am looking for families in need of a babysitter. If you are interested please contact me , 370-5996, <hendas01>. Thank you.
Baby items for sale: New musical swing, $30; musical exersaucer, $25; musical bouncy seat, $15; infant car seat, $20; playpen, $15; baby girl clothing—size 12 to 24 months. Call 382-3434 or e-mail <lonningr>.
EDITORIAL COMMENT
Wellness tip of the week
Mental wellness: Select a Candidate
Go to www.mpr.org, then search “select a candidate.” By answering a series of questions about major issues, individuals can quickly learn which candidates are most closely aligned with their views. Learn more about each candidate, hear his/her positions on many issues, and find out how results compare with those of others who take the survey.
And finally…
Always vote for principle, though you may vote alone, and you may cherish the sweetest reflection that your vote is never lost.
-John Quincy Adams