Monday, Oct. 09

Columbus Day

Today is Columbus Day, which honors Christopher Columbus’ first voyage to America in 1492. Remember, banks and government buildings are closed today!

Golda Meir Library Book Sale

Take advantage of the Friends of the Golda Meir Library Used Book Sale – open to UWM students only today, with valid ID, from noon to 6 p.m. With over 6,000 works in a wide variety of genres, there’s something for everyone.

Tuesday, Oct. 10

Urban Ecology Center’s Burdock Brigade

Help to improve biodiversity at Riverside Park by assisting in the removal of alien plant species like burdock. The “Burdock Brigade” meets at 9 a.m. at the Urban Ecology Center. For additional information, call 964-8505.

Free Bowling

Free bowling every Tuesday from 7 to 10 p.m. at the UWM Recreation Center. Each participating group must include at least one UWM student or alumni in order to take advantage of this awesome deal. For more information, call 229-4430.

Wednesday, Oct. 11

An Evening With Dan Savage

The UWM LGBT Resource Center hosts author and columnist Dan Savage at 8 p.m. in the Union Ballroom. Savage, writer of the popular syndicated relationship and sex advice column, Savage Love, is known internationally for his wit, humor and — at times — crude advice. For tickets and additional information, contact the UWM LGBT Resource Center at 229-4116.

Lyrical Sanctuary Open Mic Night

Lyrical Sanctuary invites all poets, musicians, visual artists and other performers for an opportunity to express themselves before a live audience. Open Mic Night will begin at 8 p.m. in the Union’s Fireside Lounge, and will feature poet Dasha Kelly. For more information, call 229-6998.

Gomez

Gomez performs with Matt Pond PA at 8 pm at Milwaukee’s Pabst Theatre. Acknowledged by many as one of the most gifted and captivating alternative bands of the last decade, blues-rock influenced Gomez continues to wow audiences with their awesome live shows. For additional information, call 286-3663.

Thursday, Oct. 12

German Culture Day

Join the UWM German Program from 9 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. in the Union Wisconsin Room in their celebration of German culture. Festivities will include various competitions, including karaoke and charades, as well as a presentation on German music. For more information, call 229-5972.

LOL at the UWM Union Theatre

Catch the 9 p.m. screening of “LOL,” an amusing and reflective film that looks into the role of today’s various communication tools in our ability to function. An additional bonus to this Milwaukee premiere: Filmmaker Joe Swanberg will be in attendance. For additional information, call 229-4070.

Friday, Oct. 13

Eastside Underfoot

Check out Milwaukee’s newest festival, Eastside Underfoot on East North Avenue between Oakland and Prospect avenues. Hosted by the East Side Association, this weekend-long festival will include cooking classes by Whole Foods, a scavenger hunt, an outdoor animation festival, art demonstrations, various musical performers and a tented Oktoberfest celebration. This is also your last chance to scoop up local produce and crafts at East Side Open Market. A great way to celebrate autumn in Milwaukee!

Saturday, Oct. 14

Panther Madness

Stop down to the U.S. Cellular Arena to check out the UWM’s men’s and women’s basketball teams first public event of the 2006-’07 season. Highlights will include team introductions and scrimmages, as well as opportunities for fans to win a variety of prizes. Admission is free and student shuttle buses will be available to the event. For more information, visit here.

Milwaukee Women’s Expo

Head down to the Wisconsin Exposition Center between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. for a day filled with dance, comedians, fashion, cooking demonstrations and much more! Vendors will be selling a variety of items, including cosmetics, jewelry, home decorations and fitness products. For more information, visit www.shinaberyproductions.com.

Sunday, Oct. 15

2nd Annual Panther Prowl 5K Run/Walk

Join the UWM Alumni Association in the 2nd Annual Panther Prowl. The event begins at 10 a.m. in the Union Concourse, and will be followed by a celebration and awards ceremony. For more information, contact pantherprowl@uwm.edu.

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