May 2013 Events
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May 1 12:00 PM
Web Technology Certificate Info Session
Location: LRC A226
MCC’s Web Technology on-line, accelerated certificate program technically prepares you to handle the continued advancements of the World Wide Web and acquire the critical skills needed to conceive, build and maintain sophisticated web sites. Come learn about how you can complete this program in less than one year.
Contact: Sandra Rimetz or 860-512-2636 -
May 1 12:30 PM
Jewish Women in American Sport: Settlement Houses to the Olympics
Location: GPA Community Commons
Film Screening/Discussion led by Dr. Linda J. Borish, Ph.D. highlighting the important roles Jewish women played in American sports. From pioneers such as Senda Berenson, who authored the first women's guide to basketball to modern day Olympians, this film traces their history, contributions, and hard fought struggles against Anti-Semitism and gender bias. Professor Borish will discuss research she conducted for the film, including Hartford resources and American sport in historical context.
Contact: Evelyn Angry-Smith or 860-512-2874
Fee: free
Sponsored By: Library and Liberal Arts -
May 2 6:00 PM
Shine on Main feat. BamblusionAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: Dehn Gallery
Join us for Imagine Main Street's First Thursday Happening! MCC on Main will host Bamblusion, a rock-band fusion of jazz and blues.
Step out in your fashion best and come on down to Main Street. Enjoy live music and spirits at MCC on Main, view a Fashion Forward show at Wicked Chic, and explore the Onyx Moonshine pub crawl at local district restaurants.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030
Sponsored By: Imagine Main Street -
May 3 12:00 PM
Open Studio: Life DrawingAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: SR1
Join us for an open figure drawing session at MCC on Main! This will be a free-form and self-directed life drawing group. Easels, tables and chairs will be available provided; please bring your own materials. Every Friday, 12-3 p.m.
$8 walk-in fee, $5 for MCC on Main members. Register at the door.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030
Fee: $8 walk-in fee, $5 MCC on Main members -
May 3 7:00 PM
Book to Film SeriesAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: Seminar Room 2
The Perks of Being a Wallflower (book by Stephen Chbosky). Author Stephen Chbosky adapts his own best-selling novel about a withdrawn teen who attempts to remain hopeful for the future while dreading every day of the present. Emma Watson and Logan Lerman star. 102 mins. Drama. Rated PG – 13.
Contact: Evelyn Angry-Smith or 860-512-2874
Fee: Free Admission
Sponsored By: This project is funded in part by the MCC Foundation. -
May 4 8:00 AM
POSTPONED - 3rd Annual Veterans Scholarship Fundraiser
Location: GPA Atrium (Registration)
This year’s fundraiser will be a combined charity bike ride (option of 30mi or 60mi tour), “Le Tour de Valor” and a “5K Run/Walk”. Participants will have the option to choose which event to participate in and tickets are noted accordingly.
Manchester Community College is home to over 350 military service members. The funds raised will be used to assist with educational expenses (including tuition and books).
Register online at: www.ezevent.com/veterans
Contact: T. Odoms or 860-512-3307
Fee: $30 in advance, $35 day of event -
May 4 7:00 PM
Live on Main: The Stretto String Trio and guest floutist Noriyo with The Ouroboros Saxophone QuartetAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: Dehn Gallery
The Stretto String Trio is comprised of three faculty members from Beller's Music: violinist Bronwyn Burns, cellist Carlton Burns, and violist Tyler Garuder. They will be joined by guest floutist Noriyo.
We will also present the Ouroboros Saxophone Quartet, the premiere saxophone quartet of Hartt's honors chamber program. Join us for an evening of spectacular and varied musical talent. Wine & beer served by bin 228.
Wine & beer will be served by bin 228.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 850-647-6030
Fee: $10 cover
Sponsored By: Beller's Music -
May 5 2:30 PM
MCC Choirs perform: "Festival de Coros" in Bloomfield, CTAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: In the gorgeous chapel of St. Thomas Seminary, 467 Bloomfield Avenue, Bloomfield, CT
"Festival de Coros", a collaborative choral concert performed by Manchester Community College Chorale and Madrigal Singers under the direction of Dr. Carolina Flores, along with Celesti Sondato from the Hartt Commnunity Divison and The Riddlers from Avon Old Farms School conducted by Bryan Zaros.
Experience a collage of choral treasures by Victoria, Jansson, Mozart, Dawson, Lauridsen, Bartok, Castelnuovo-Tedesco, and many more - with a hint of Cinco de Mayo.
Contact: Carolina Flores or 860-512-2640
Fee: Suggested donation $15
Sponsored By: The Hartt School Community Division, University of Hartford -
May 6 9:30 AM
Relaxation Techniques Activity
Location: AST Building Room A-142 (Outside the MCC Library)
Stop by the library next week for some relaxation techniques to help reduce the stress of finals! We will also treat you to FREE Coffee & Tea in the Tower Room of the library May 6 – May 13 from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm!
Contact: Evelyn Angry-Smith or 860-512-2874 -
May 7 5:00 PM
FAFSA on the Web
Location: Financial Aid Office, Student Services Center L177
Free help to complete your FAFSA online (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
Contact: Anna Robertson or 860 512 3385
Fee: Free -
May 7 5:30 PM
Admissions Information Sessions
Location: GPA Community Commons
Learn about the many opportunities, programs and services available at MCC. Information about the enrollment process, admissions and financial aid, will be discussed. This is a great time to have your questions answered, whether you are a new, transfer or returning student. Take a campus tour and see what MCC has to offer you.
Contact: Cynthia Zeldner or 860-512-3214 -
May 8 1:00 PM
Gentle Yoga Routine
Location: LRC A-142 (Outside the MCC Library)
Stop by the library next week for some relaxation techniques to help reduce the stress of finals! Monica Fanning, our guest yoga instructor will help in relieving the stress of finals week. We will also treat you to FREE Coffee & Tea in the Tower Room of the library May 6 – May 13 from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm!
Contact: Debbie Herman or 860-512-2872 -
May 8 6:00 PM
Open MicAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: The Dehn Gallery
Sign up at the door to perform or just drop in and listen. Featuring emcee Kemet Maroon.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030
Fee: Free -
May 8 7:30 PM
Jennifer Maier Poetry Reading
Location: Community Commons in Great Path Academy
This is rescheduled from April 10th and features an excellent poet from Seattle.
Contact: Steve Straight or 860-512-2688
Fee: Free
Sponsored By: Cultural Programs Committee and the Connecticut Poetry Circuit -
May 9 9:00 AM
Origami Instruction-1st Session
Location: LRC A-142
Stop by the library next week for some activities to help reduce the stress of finals!
Josh Robinson, our guest origami instructor, will guide you in the traditional Japanese art of paper folding. We will also treat you to FREE Coffee & Tea in the Tower Room of the library May 6 – May 13 from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm!
Contact: Debbie Herman or 860-512-2872 -
May 9 12:34 PM
Brother-2-Brother and Sister-2-Sister End of the Year Celebration
Location: GPA Commons
Join us as we celebrate the ending of a successful academic school year with food, games, and much more!
Contact: Jaria Aljoe or 860-512-3208 -
May 9 1:15 PM
Origami Instruction-2nd Session
Location: LRC Room A-142
Stop by the library next week for some activities to help reduce the stress of finals!
Josh Robinson, our guest origami instructor will guide you in the traditional Japanese art of paper folding. We will also treat you to FREE Coffee & Tea in the Tower Room of the library May 6 – May 13 from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm!
Contact: Debbie Herman or 860-512-2872 -
May 10 12:00 PM
Open Studio: Life Drawing
Location: Seminar Room 1
Join us for an open figure drawing session at MCC on Main! This will be a free-form and self-directed life drawing group. Easels, tables and chairs will be available provided; please bring your own materials. Every Friday, 12-3 p.m.
$8 walk-in fee, $5 for MCC on Main members. Register at the door.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030
Fee: $8 walk-in fee, $5 MCC on Main members -
May 10 7:00 PM
MCC International Film Series
Location: AST, SBM Charitable Foundation Auditorium
Argo (United States) - When militants seize control of the U.S. embassy in Tehran during the height of the Iranian Revolution, CIA agent Tony Mendez creates a fake Hollywood film production in order to rescue a group of American diplomats who have sought refuge at the home of a Canadian ambassador. Inspired by actual events. Ben Affleck stars and directs. 120 mins. Drama. English/Persian. Rated R.
Contact: Evelyn Angry-Smith or 860-512-2874
Fee: Free Admission -
May 10 7:00 PM
Live on Main: The Rahsaan Langley ProjectAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: The Dehn Gallery
Join us in The Dehn Gallery with MCC on Main favorite The Rahsaan Langley Project! Rahsaan Langley performs R&B, Motown, and neo-soul favorites. Wine & beer available from bin228.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030
Fee: $10 cover -
May 11 7:00 PM
Live on Main: Daniel SalazarAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: The Dehn Gallery
Daniel Salazar possesses one of the most unique sounds in the world of the Spanish classical guitar. His music expands the boundaries of the traditional instrument, bringing together classical, Spanish, Latin American, world music and contemporary elements in a unique combination of sound, color and rhythm. Join us for an evening with Daniel Salazar and guests: Gonzalo Cortes on flute and Roberto Clavijo playing charango and zampona. Wine & beer available from Bin 228.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030
Fee: $10 cover -
May 14 5:30 PM
Taste of ManchesterAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: The Dehn Gallery
The 4th Annual Taste of Manchester will be held on Tuesday, May 14th from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., rain or shine, ending with a celebration at The Army Navy Club of Manchester. Tickets available for purchase on the website. Your ticket brings you the tastes of over 20 local eateries and caterers. MCC on Main will host D&D Caterers in The Dehn Gallery, with live music by The Guinea Pigs and Stamps the Goat.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030
Fee: $20 -
May 15 2:00 PM
FAFSA on the Web
Location: Financial Aid Office, Student Services Center L177
Free help to complete your FAFSA online (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
Contact: Anna Robertson or 860 512 3385
Fee: Free -
May 16 7:00 PM
Mishi-maya-gat Spoken Word & Music SeriesAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: Gallery
7:00 PM – Classical guitarist ZAIRA MENESES is artistic director of the Boston area community-based program, The Guitar Saved My Life. Born in Xalapa, Mexcio, her debut CD is Latina. For more info: www.zairameneses.com. 8:00 PM – Poet MARTÍN ESPADA's most recent book, The Trouble Ball, won the Milt Kessler Award, a Massachusetts Book Award, and an International Latino Book Award. Author of several other books, including Alabanza: New and Selected Poems, he is English professor at UMass Amherst.
Contact: Stephen Campiglio or 860-512-2824
Fee: Free
Sponsored By: MCC Foundation -
May 17 12:00 PM
Open Studio: Life DrawingAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: Seminar Room 1
Join us for an open figure drawing session at MCC on Main! This will be a free-form and self-directed life drawing group. Easels, tables and chairs will be available provided; please bring your own materials. Every Friday, 12-3 p.m.
$8 walk-in fee, $5 for MCC on Main members. Register at the door.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030
Fee: $8 walk-in fee, $5 MCC on Main members -
May 17 6:00 PM
Spring Arts Festival
Location: Newspace Gallery, SBM auditorium
The Spring Arts Festival presents the opening to the Fine Art Student
Exhibition in the Newspace Gallery, (which runs May 17th - August 10th). The evening also features vocal and instrumental performances by MCC music students as well as films created by students. The event is free and open to the public
Contact: Susan Classen-Sullivan or 860-512-2693
Fee: Free -
May 17 6:00 PM
Spring Arts Festival: Art and Music
Location: SBM Charitable Foundation Auditorium and Hans Weiss Newspace Gallery
Come and enjoy students's artwork and musical performances by the MCC choirs, chamber and jazz ensembles, during our Spring Arts Festival!
Contact: Carolina Flores or 860-512-2640
Fee: Free admission
Sponsored By: MCC -
May 17 7:00 PM
Live on Main: GozaAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: The Dehn Gallery
GOZA (Spanish for “joy”) performs lively songs and dance rhythms from Brazil, Spain and Latin America. The band features guitar, sax, violin, Latin percussion and beautiful, romantic vocals. Goza rhythms include samba, cha-cha, rumba, flamenco, bossa, tango, salsa and Latin jazz. Enjoy the songs of the Buena Vista Social Club, Gipsy Kings, Jobim, Tito Puente, Santana, plus originals. Goza has performed at the Mohegan and Foxwood casinos, Wadsworth Atheneum and many New England colleges.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030
Fee: $10 cover -
May 21 1:00 PM
Dental Assistant Information Session
Location: LRC A108
Students wishing to find about about this program need to attend this mandatory information session. All questions will be answered at this session.
Contact: Math, Science, and Health Career Division or 860-512-2704
Fee: N/A
Sponsored By: N/A -
May 21 5:30 PM
Admissions Information Session
Location: GPA Community Commons
Learn about the many opportunities, programs and services at MCC. Information about the enrollment process, admissions and financial aid will be discussed. This is a great time to have your questions answered, whether you are a new, returning or transfer student. Take a campus tour and see what MCC has to offer you.
Contact: Cynthia Zeldner or 860-512-3214 -
May 22 6:00 PM
Open MicAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: The Dehn Gallery
Sign up at the door to perform or just drop in and listen. Featuring emcee Kemet Maroon.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030
Fee: Free admission -
May 23 5:00 PM
Business After HoursAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: The Dehn Gallery
Join us in The Dehn Gallery for a business after hours. Network with local professionals and entrepreneurs while enjoying live music, light hors d'oeuvres, and wine by bin228.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030 -
May 24 12:00 PM
Open Studio: Life DrawingAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: Seminar Room 1
Join us for an open figure drawing session at MCC on Main! This will be a free-form and self-directed life drawing group. Easels, tables and chairs will be available provided; please bring your own materials. Every Friday, 12-3 p.m.
$8 walk-in fee, $5 for MCC on Main members. Register at the door.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030
Fee: $8 walk-in fee, $5 MCC on Main members -
May 24 7:00 PM
Live on Main: DiomasachAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: The Dehn Gallery
Diomasach (Gaelic term for ‘Proud,’ pronounced DEE-mish) is the duo of two versatile musicians out of the Greater Hartford area with a repertoire of Folk, Acoustic Rock, Celtic and Jazz music. Together, Steve and Brendan Prout expand upon an unconventional repertoire of sound. With their multi-talents and love of various genres, they look forward to performing to diverse and inquisitive audiences. Wine & beer available from bin228.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030
Fee: $5 cover -
May 25 7:00 PM
Live on Main: Brian JackmanAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: The Dehn Gallery
Join us in The Dehn Gallery with Brian Jackman, back by popular demand after a stellar debut performance at Imagine Main Street's April Happening. Jackman, a favorite at open mics in the Collinsville area, joins us from across the river with his blend of acoustic alternative and folk. Wine & beer will be served by bin 228.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030
Fee: $5 cover -
May 29 6:00 PM
MCC 23rd Annual Awards Ceremony
Location: SBM Charitable Foundation Auditorium - AST Building
MCC's Annual Awards Ceremony is a traditional event celebrating the success of our students. This event takes place the day before Commencement and allows us to honor our athletes, scholars and community activists for their achievements. This event is by invitation only. If you are an award recipient, please contact your presenter for invitations for your family and friends.
Contact: Sandi Browne or 860-512-2605 -
May 29 7:00 PM
Jazz JamAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: The Dehn Gallery
MCC on Main will host the third Manchester monthly jazz jam featuring vocalist Theresa Wright on Wednesday, May 29th, 7-9 PM. Bring your instruments and sign up at the door to perform with our house band; drop in to listen and meet local musicians. Free admission.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030
Fee: Free admission -
May 30 5:32 PM
49th Commencement Ceremony
Location: Bicentennial Band Shell
The 49th Commencement Exercises will be held on Thursday, May 30, 2013, at 5:30 p.m. sharp, at the Bicentennial Band Shell, on the campus lawn. The commencement speaker will be Dr. Henry C. Lee, one of the world's foremost forensic scientists. Dr. Lee's work has made him a landmark in modern-day criminal investigations. He has been a prominent player in many challenging cases of the last 50 years. Dr. Lee has worked with law enforcement agencies in helping to solve more than 8000 cases.
Contact: K. Umesh Vig or 860-512-3204 -
May 31 12:00 PM
Open Studio: Life DrawingAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: Seminar Room 1
Join us for an open figure drawing session at MCC on Main! This will be a free-form and self-directed life drawing group. Easels, tables and chairs will be available provided; please bring your own materials. Every Friday, 12-3 p.m.
$8 walk-in fee, $5 for MCC on Main members.
Register at the door.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030
Fee: $8 walk-in fee, $5 MCC on Main members -
May 31 7:00 PM
Live on Main: Cross-Fluence with Gaslight ArkestraAt MCC on Main, 903 Main St., Manchester
Location: The Dehn Gallery
Join us in the Dehn Gallery for an evening of jazz and spoken word fusion with Cross-Fluence and Gaslight Arkestra. Gaslight Arkestra lists as musical influences the “Bitches Brew” era of Miles Davis, the more avant-garde years of John Coltrane, the funk jams of Medeski, Martin & Wood, the creativity of John Zorn, and, by virtue of the “Arkestra,” the explorations of Sun Ra; poet Stephen Campiglio joins the band to create Cross-Fluence. Wine & beer available from Bin 228.
Contact: Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030
Fee: $5 cover
