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Classic Images: Photographs by Ansel Adams

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The photographs by Ansel Adams of the American wilderness are recognized and admired the world over. He shaped many of our current views of the natural world through his compelling and accessible images. This “blockbuster” exhibition features 72 photographs – all black and white – that Adams personally printed for his daughter, Anne Adams Helms. the exhibition is one of his Museum Sets, a portfolio he conceived in the 1970s as the best images of his career. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun. 1 to 5 p.m.
$5.00 admission. Free Admission each Thursday.

Southern Illinois Men’s Health Conference

The 4rd Annual Southern Illinois Men’s Health Conference will be held on March 24, 2012 at John A. Logan College in
Carterville. Co-chairs Kevin Hunsperger and Herman Louw and their steering committee organized this day to focus on men’s health and well-being. The day begins with blood screenings, other health screenings, exhibits, and ends with lunch and a keynote speaker. The $45 registration fee includes breakfast, conference bag, lunch, and door prizes. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to be put on our mailing list call 618-985-9210, 618-985-2828 Ext. 8604, 1-800-416-1745

Cost:$45.00
Phone: 618-985-2828
Website: http://www.jalc.edu

Band ‘Shake Down’ Free. Doors open to public

The band Shake Down will perform from 8:30 p.m. till 12:30 a.m. The event is free and the doors will be open to the public.

 

Cost: Free

Band ‘Hicks & Banks’, 2-man accoustic

The 2-man accoustic group Hicks & Banks will perform from 8:30 p.m. till 12:30 a.m. The event is free and the doors will be
open to the public.

 

Cost: Free

DJ/Karaoke ‘Big AL’

Big AL will bring his DJ/Karaoke show to the Eagles from 8:30 p.m. till 12:30 a.m. The event is free and the doors will be open to the public.
Cost: Free

Spring Bystander Intervention Series

In these dialogue-based sessions, community members will explore how to intervene in situations that promote oppressio
n and inequality. Each session will provide an introduction to a specific social justice issue followed by bystander intervention practice using interactive performance and role-playing techniques. Stalking: Wednesday, January 25 5:00-7:00pm Racism: Wednesday, February 29 5:00-7:00pm Sexism: Wednesday, March 28 5:00-7:00pm Ableism: Wednesday, April 25 5:00-7:00pm All sessions are free and open to the public at the Carbondale Civic Center, 200 S. Illinois Ave. Sponsored by Nonviolent Carbondale & The Women’s Center, Inc. For more information about these events or scheduling a training/presentation, please contact Jenn Freitag at rcsp...@thewomensctr.org or 618.549.4807 x251.

 

Cost: Free

Lecture by Dr. Michael Adams, son of photographer Ansel Adams

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In conjunction with the exhibition Classic Images: Photographs by Ansel Adams, Cedarhurst is proud to offer an evening of discussion with Dr. Michael Adams on the life, person and career of the legendary photographer. $5.00 admission. 7:00 p.m.

Dr. Michael Adams, son of photographer Ansel Adams Saturday, April 28 – 7:00 p.m.. Members of Cedarhurst enjoy free admission to the lecture and the exhibition.

2012 Arthritis Walk

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The Arthritis Walk® is the signature fundraising event for the Arthritis Foundation. But it’s not just an event, it’s a celebration of year-round movement to help prevent and treat arthritis.

Every year we get together to celebrate movement and make a positive impact on the lives of people living with arthritis by raising funds for arthritis research, education and life improvement programs in communities across the country.

Our rallying cry, Let’s Move Together® encourages people to get up and get moving. When you join us at the Arthritis Walk®, you’re not moving alone-you are becoming part of a community looking to achieve better health and change lives at the same time. We hope to see you there!

Where: University Mall, Carbondale, IL
When: May, 12, 2012