UMaine Calendar
UMaine Calendar
Week of Events
Rassemblement 2022
We at the Franco-American Centre at the University of Maine, Orono are excited to announce a new and innovative plan for our 2022 Rassemblement of Franco-American artists, writers, and other cultural workers. We originally planned a virtual gathering for this spring; perhaps you already registered for it. But with COVID case-numbers trending down and Zoom fatigue being felt […]
Earth, Moon, and with Skywatcher Special Event
Earth, Moon, and with Skywatcher Special Event
Earth, Moon, and Sun is a fast-paced full dome demonstration of lunar phases, eclipses, day and night, the sun and other puzzling events with the help of a confused coyote. This program beautifully illustrates basic concepts like moon phases and seasons. Based on the trickster of Native American lore, Coyote is constantly corrected in his […]
The Rolling Stones: Living in a Ghost Town
The Rolling Stones: Living in a Ghost Town
The quintessential music of the Rolling Stones defined the generation that first heard them, now comes to the planetarium. Such songs as "Paint It, Black", "Gimme Shelter", and "You Can’t Always Get What You Want" alongside visuals are rolling into the planetarium. Tickets are $9 for general admission. Music programs may contain explicit lyrics, and […]
Brass Ensemble
Brass Ensemble
On Tuesday, April 26 at 7:30 p.m. in Minsky Recital Hall, the School of Performing Arts Division of Music presents a performance by its Brass Ensembles, directed by Jack Burt and David Stern. This performance is free and open to the public.
Sounds From Silence: Rescuing Music Suppressed by the Nazis
Sounds From Silence: Rescuing Music Suppressed by the Nazis
Join UMaine Judaic Studies on Holocaust Remembrance Day (Yom HaShoah) for a presentation by Prof. Phillip Silver on his research rescuing music suppressed by the Nazis with a performance by the Silver Duo (Phillip and Noreen Silver). Minsky Recital Hall, April 27, 7–8:30 p.m. Reception to follow. Co-sponsored by: UMaine Judaic Studies, UMaine Religious Studies, […]
Spanish Table
Spanish Table
Language Tables will run through the Spring 2022 semester in 207 Williams Hall. Students, faculty members, and members of the community are invited to come and converse in an informal setting where all topics, big or small, can be discussed in the designated language. All levels of language ability are welcome. Tables meet weekly when classes […]
Italian Table
Italian Table
Language Tables will run through the Spring 2022 semester in 207 Williams Hall. Students, faculty members, and members of the community are invited to come and converse in an informal setting […]
Black Holes, and Searching for Life on Mars
Black Holes, and Searching for Life on Mars
The attraction of Black Holes is more than just gravitational. These mysterious graveyards of dead stars have fascinated generations. “Black Holes” explores the history, physics, and mystery of these reality-bending […]
2022 Spring Dance Showcase
2022 Spring Dance Showcase
The School of Performing Arts Division of Theatre and Dance presents its 2022 Spring Dance Showcase live on the Hauck Auditorium stage, April 29 and 30 at 7 p.m. This annual event features […]
2022 Spring Dance Showcase
2022 Spring Dance Showcase
The School of Performing Arts Division of Theatre and Dance presents its 2022 Spring Dance Showcase live on the Hauck Auditorium stage, April 29 and 30 at 7 p.m. This annual event features […]