Current Art Exhibit: Alan Lau

Jan. 13-March 13; SCC Art Gallery (VCT Building)

Short Story Club Reading: “Rites” by Venita Blackburn

5-6 p.m., Jan. 28; Room 4202 (SCC Library)

It’s the first meeting of the Short Story Club, in which members read and discuss (you guessed it) short stories. This week the topic of interest is “Rites” from Venita Blackburn’s collection “Black Jesus & Other Superheroes.” The meeting is open to all students, faculty and staff. Links to the story can be found online. Contact Meredith Forrey for more information.

Club and Resource Fair

11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Jan 29; 11am – 1:30pm

For those looking to meet new people or get involved on campus, the Club and Resource Fair is the place to be. Student clubs set up info tables for students to peruse, ranging from the Fencing Club to the Dental Hygiene Club and everything in between.

Poetry Reading with Alan Lau and Musical Guest Geoff Harper

12:30-2 p.m., Jan. 30; Black Box Theater

Artist Reception (following the poetry reading)

2-3 p.m., Jan. 30; The Art Gallery

Talk directly with the artist whose paintings hang in the SCC gallery. Poetry, live music, and an artist reception allow an inside look at Alan Lau’s process and philosophy.

Auditions for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying

6-9 p.m., Jan 30; SCC Theater

6-9 p.m., Jan. 31; SCC Theater

Ever wanted to be in a musical? This is your chance! Fill out a form online, prepare a short monologue and musical theater or operatic piece, and you’ll be all set to audition. Callbacks will be held on Saturday, Feb 1. Auditions are open to the public.

Shoreline Short Short Film Festival

7-9:30 p.m., Feb 8; SCC Theater

Support local emerging filmmakers at this short film festival. Entries are judged by local filmmakers including SCC Film and Theater Program Lead Tony Doupe. 18 films will be shown, each under ten minutes long. All films are unrated. Cost: $20 General Admission

The Threepenny Opera

7:30 p.m., Feb. 28, 29, March 6, 7; SCC Theater

3 p.m., March 1, 8; SCC Theater

A satire making fun of traditional opera. Cost: $12 for students

Other Events of Note:

Lunar New Year at the International District

Feb. 8; International District

Food Vendors, art and music galore: The Lunar New Year comes to the International District on Feb 8 instead of the traditional Jan 25. This event is a must see. Cost: As much as you want to spend