Calendar for 2/15/2010

Do You Know Your Lincoln?, a new exhibit features the extensive WRHS Lincoln collection. The special show runs through early 2011 and launches a series of exhibits, events, and programs at WRHS paying tribute to Abraham Lincoln and the American Civil War. This is in honor of the Bicentennial of the birth of Lincoln in 2009 and the Sesquicentennial of the American Civil War beginning in 2011.

The entire exhibit is drawn from the WRHS unusually rich Lincoln collections and will “test” the museum visitor’s knowledge of the history of America’s 16th President. It places the election of Lincoln in the larger context of the outbreak and public perception of the Civil War, and connects the President to the City of Cleveland.

 

Choosing to Participate, an interactive exhibition that has won national praise runs through February 28, 2010, at the Western Reserve Historical Society (WRHS) in University Circle. The exhibit, presented by the educational organization Facing History and Ourselves, encourages people from across the globe to consider the effects of their everyday choices and inspires them to make a positive difference in their own communities.

Choosing to Participate is ideal for families. It will spark discussion about the power of individuals and communities to confront prejudice and intolerance in order to protect democracy and human rights.

 

Public Closing Reception Saturday, February 20, 2:00 p.m.

The Archives presents a contemporary twist on three-dimensional works of art created by select Archived Artists.

Get the CD from the original cast of Ain’t Misbehavin and read the script of Emma. Dance in the aisles while discussing “Fats” Waller’s music and plot love affairs with Jane Austen’s mischievous heroine … all under the able leadership of Seth Gordon, Associate Artistic Director.

Amazing Feats of Aging
January 23, 2010 through May 2, 2010

Start off the evening by unwinding in one of The Glidden House's finely appointed guest rooms. Before you begin your discovery of blockbuster art exhibitions, natural wonders of the planet, and historical artifacts, join us in the morning for a complimentary light breakfast.

• Museum of Natural History
• Museum of Art (special exhibition tickets optional)
• Western Reserve Historical Society
• Botanical Gardens and Glass House

The Case School of Engineering gears up for Engineers Week with its second annual Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day sponsored by WISER on Thursday, Feb. 11th.

The festivities get into full swing on Saturday, February 13 with the Case Engineering Challenges Carnival, from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. downtown at the Great Lakes Science Center. This event features hands-on experiments, puzzles and games developed by Case engineering students and is part of the general admission price to the Science Center.

Other exciting activities include the Faculty Egg Drop Competition, the Society of Women Engineers Luncheon, the Robotics Lego Competition, The CAA/Engineers Week Banquet, to name a few. Click here to learn more.