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			1 Michael Ignatieff – “Taking Liberties: Historicizing 20th Century Human Rights in the English Speaking World” Michael Ignatieff – “Taking Liberties: Historicizing 20th Century Human Rights in the English Speaking World” March 1, 2012 7:30 pm – March 1, 2012 9:30 pm A public lecture by Michael Ignatieff will kick off a History research workshop, “Taking Liberties: Historicizing 20th Century Human Rights in the English Speaking World,” on Thursday, March 1. Ignatieff –…	2	3 Free Public Lecture Series – The Origin of Language — Prof. George Thomas Free Public Lecture Series – The Origin of Language — Prof. George Thomas March 3, 2012 8:00 pm – March 3, 2012 9:20 pm WHEN Each meeting will be held on a Saturday evening, starting at 8 p.m. with the President’s Welcome and introduction of the evening’s speaker. The latter’s presentation will end around 9…	4 “Cosmic Whispers” Art Exhibition in support of Student Open Circles “Cosmic Whispers” Art Exhibition in support of Student Open Circles March 4, 2012 1:00 pm – March 4, 2012 4:00 pm “Cosmic Whispers” Art Exhibition by Marybeth Leis Druery (March 4-30): Watercolour and acrylic works vibrantly express the mystery, vastness, and beauty of our cosmos, inviting us into an experience of…
5	6	7 We Need 3 Community Night We Need 3 Community Night March 7, 2012 4:00 pm – March 7, 2012 7:00 pm Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board staff have proposed the closure of Prince Philip School and busing of its students to George R. Allan School. The volunteer ARC committee has proposed keeping Prince Philip, George R. Allan, and Dalewood intact. On April 16 the Board of…	8 Society of Arts and Science Students Community Dinner Society of Arts and Science Students Community Dinner March 8, 2012 6:30 pm – March 8, 2012 9:30 pm The Society of Arts and Science Students of McMaster University would like to invite you to a community dinner at St. Paul‚s Anglican Church in Westdale on Thursday, March 8,…	9	10	11
12 St. George’s Book Club – Louis Hemon, “Maria Chapdelaine” St. George’s Book Club – Louis Hemon, “Maria Chapdelaine” March 12, 2012 7:00 pm – March 12, 2012 9:00 pm Led by retired McMaster English Professor Dr. John Ferns. The St. George’s Book Club is for the community and it is free of charge. All are welcome.	13 McMaster School of the Arts – Free Lunchtime Concerts: Mike Polci Quartet (Brass) McMaster School of the Arts – Free Lunchtime Concerts: Mike Polci Quartet (Brass) March 13, 2012 12:30 pm – March 13, 2012 1:30 pm An active member of Hamilton’s musical community, MIKE POLCI has performed trombone as a free lance musician in a variety of musical styles ranging from rock, jazz, classical, to musical…	14 Shaw and Wilde Discussions – “An Ideal Husband” Shaw and Wilde Discussions – “An Ideal Husband” March 14, 2012 7:00 pm – March 14, 2012 9:00 pm “An Ideal Husband” – with Dr. Jim Dale, retired McMaster University English professor.	15 McMaster Seminar on Higher Education – David Theo Goldberg: The Afterlife of the Humanities McMaster Seminar on Higher Education – David Theo Goldberg: The Afterlife of the Humanities March 15, 2012 7:30 pm – March 15, 2012 9:30 pm David Theo Goldberg: The Afterlife of the Humanities The McMaster Seminar on Higher Education: Practice, Policy, and Public Life is a new lecture series presented by the Office of the President.…	16	17 McMaster Children & Youth University – Childhood Disability McMaster Children & Youth University – Childhood Disability March 17, 2012 11:00 am – March 17, 2012 12:00 pm Presenter: Dr. Ann Fudge‐Schormans This event will examine the questions “What is a disability?” Where do our ideas and understandings about disability and disabled people come from? Admission to all of the…	18
19	20 Board of Trustees Special Hearing Board of Trustees Special Hearing March 20, 2012 6:00 pm – March 20, 2012 8:00 pm Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board staff have proposed the closure of Prince Philip School and busing of its students to George R. Allan School. The volunteer ARC committee has proposed keeping Prince Philip, George R. Allan, and Dalewood intact. On April 16 the Board of…	21 Longwood Road – Environmental Assessment (EA) Public Meeting (PIC) Longwood Road – Environmental Assessment (EA) Public Meeting (PIC) March 21, 2012 6:00 pm – March 21, 2012 8:00 pm The City of Hamilton has initiated a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) for Longwood Road (between Main West and Aberdeen Ave.) to address the long term needs. The long term…	22	23 McMaster School of the Arts – Celebrity Concert Series: Nagata Shachu (Taiko Drums) McMaster School of the Arts – Celebrity Concert Series: Nagata Shachu (Taiko Drums) March 23, 2012 8:00 pm – March 23, 2012 10:00 pm Returning by popular demand! The NAGATA SHACHU, based in Toronto, Canada, has enthralled audiences with its mesmerizing and heart-pounding performances of the Japanese drum (taiko) since its formation in 1998.…	24	25
26	27 McMaster School of the Arts – Free Lunchtime Concerts: Lisa Yui (Piano) McMaster School of the Arts – Free Lunchtime Concerts: Lisa Yui (Piano) March 27, 2012 12:30 pm – March 27, 2012 1:30 pm Since making her concerto debut at the age of seven, pianist LISA YUI has performed throughout North America, Europe, and Asia as a recitalist and soloist with orchestra. As a…	28	29 Churchill Park Master Plan – Third Public Meeting Churchill Park Master Plan – Third Public Meeting March 29, 2012 6:30 pm – March 29, 2012 8:30 pm The third public meeting to update the public on the progress of the Churchill Park Master Plan is scheduled for Thursday, March 29, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and will be held…	30	31 Celebrate Earth Hour at Red Door with 100 Mile Dinner Celebrate Earth Hour at Red Door with 100 Mile Dinner March 31, 2012 6:00 pm – March 31, 2012 10:30 pm 100 Mile Dinner: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. A gourmet dinner featuring foods from our region. Vegetarian options. Includes soup, salad, main course, dessert, coffee, tea, and your choice of pop or locally…