October

2
HAPPINESS Colloquium Film*
“Happiness Is” (2009)
Inspired by the Declaration of Independence’s assertion that all people have a right to “the pursuit of happiness,” documentary filmmaker Andrew Shapter travels across the United States to discover what happiness is and how Americans find it.
Allen Theatre, 5:30 p.m.



Concert
Concerto-Aria Competition
LVC music majors will perform and compete for soloist opportunities with the LVC Symphony Orchestra. Winners will perform with the orchestra at the Concerto-Aria concert Nov. 4.
Lutz Hall, Blair Music Center, 6 p.m.

Community Event
Sustained Interfaith Dialogue: Sexual Orientation
Community members and students are invited to join a discussion regarding sexual orientation as it impacts a variety of faith communities. Respondents include representatives from Protestant, Catholic, Jewish, Hindu, Buddhist, Muslim and Agnostic/Atheist communities. There will also be opportunity for attendees to pose questions or give comments. A simple pizza lunch will be offered. To register, call 717.867.6135 or e-mail nsmith@lvc.edu.
Miller Chapel, 11 a.m.

4
Concert
Heather Smith ’13, mezzo-soprano
Zimmerman Recital Hall, Suzanne H. Arnold Gallery, 7:30 p.m.

12
Concert
Michael Druck '13, baritone saxophone
Lutz Hall, Blair Music Center, 7:30 p.m.

12–13
Homecoming/Family Weekend
Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest combines the traditions of Homecoming with Family Weekend bringing alumni, parents, family members, friends, and current students of LVC together on campus for a two-day celebration.

13
Art Exhibition
Gallery Tour
Gallery intern, Katlyn Landes, will give a tour of the exhibition “A Feast for the Eyes.”
Suzanne H. Arnold Art Gallery, 11 a.m.

Performing Arts
The Evason’s, mentalist duo
Jeff and Tessa Evason have been delivering unforgettable performances since 1983 and never failed to shock audiences with surprising telepathic feats. Siegfried and Roy presented the husband-wife team with the SARMOTI Award as their favorite act. The Evason’s have also been featured on television shows like “The World’s Greatest Magic” on NBC and “Powers of the Paranormal” on Fox.
Lutz Hall, Blair Music Center, 8 p.m.

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HAPPINESS Colloquium Film*
“Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” (2004)
When their relationship turns sour, a couple decides the hurt is too much to bear. Each decides to erase each other from their memories, learning about love in the process. Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet star in this quirky film about heartache and memories.
Allen Theatre, 5:30 p.m.



Concert
Tyler Canonico ’14 and Dillon Streifeneder ’13, organ
Miller Chapel, 7:30 p.m.

17
HAPPINESS Colloquium Presentation
Mindfulness: An Interactive Presentation on Mindfulness-Based Stress Management Techniques
Community members and students are invited to an interactive introduction to mindfulness-based stress management techniques presented by Joshua David O'Brien, O.M., founder of the Mindfulness Community of Central Pennsylvania. The event is free and open to the public. A light pizza and salad lunch will be provided. To register, please call the Office of Spiritual Life at 717-867-6135 or email nsmith@lvc.edu. LVC students: Please register on Redbook.
Miller Chapel Lobby, 12 p.m.



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Community Event
Crop Walk
Come walk to raise money to help hungry people in the area and around the world.
Zion E.C. Church, Annville, 1 p.m.


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Community Event
Arizona House Bill 2281: Fight to Save Ethnic Studies
On May 11, 2010, HB 2281 was passed in Arizona prohibiting the teaching of ethnic studies courses to students in Tucson’s K-12 education system. As part of the “Save Ethnic Studies” college tour, Rene Martinez, a teacher at Cholla High School in Arizona will speak about the current lawsuit against the state’s Board of Education and the impact and importance of the ethnic studies program. For more information please contact the Office of Multicultural Affairs at 717-867-6235.
Miller Chapel 101, 7 p.m.

25
HAPPINESS Colloquium Presentation
“In Search of Happiness”
Edy P. Pierre will discuss his recently released book, “In Search of Meaning and Purpose through Living, Structure & Function.” Pierre is a therapist at Genesis House Inc. in Harrisburg. He is educated in applied behavioral science, criminal justice, and public administration.
Zimmerman Recital Hall, Suzanne H. Arnold Gallery, 7 p.m.

26, 27
Performing Arts*
“Into the Woods”
Rapunzel, Cinderella, and Little Red Riding Hood meet in this musical mash-up of fairy tales. Laura Gingerich ’13 will direct and members of the Wig and Buckle Theater Company will perform this Tony Award-winning show. Tickets available at www.wigandbuckle.com.
Leedy Theater, Mund College Center, 8 p.m.

28
Performing Arts*
“Into the Woods”
Leedy Theater, Mund College Center, 2 p.m.

30
HAPPINESS Colloquium Film*
“Amelíe” (2001)
This witty film follows Amelíe, a shy young woman with a kind heart. Seeing that her friends are unhappy, she secretly finds ways to makes their lives better.
Allen Theatre, 5:30 p.m.

Concert
Dwight Weaver ’13, organ
Miller Chapel, 7:30 p.m.

Community Event
Sustained Interfaith Dialogue: Politics
Community members and students are invited to join in on a discussion regarding politics in relation to a variety of faith communities, just in time for presidential elections. Panel respondents include representatives from Protestant, Catholic, Jewish, Hindu, Buddhist, Muslim and Agnostic/Atheist communities. There will also be opportunity for attendees to pose questions or give comments. A simple pizza lunch will be offered. To register, call 717.867.6135 or e-mail nsmith@lvc.edu.
Miller Chapel, 11 a.m.