January has felt like a millennium but will soon transition into February. Before the first month of the year ends, spice up life with well-rounded events. Remember when going to in-person events, wear a mask and practice social distancing to keep yourself and others safe. Here are the best events happening this week.
Drop-in Mindfulness with Jamie Derrick
Time: 12—12:20 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, Jan. 27
Place: Online event
Price: Free
Join Jamie Derrick and embark on a mindful adventure once a week. Her meditation practice will give people a place to relax and unwind from stresses in everyday life. The drop-in is open to all and no prior meditation experience is necessary to join.
Head-to-Head Air Hockey Tournament
Time: 1—3 p.m.
Date: Thursday, Jan. 28
Place: ASUI Vandal Lounge
Price: Free
Bring a friend or come by yourself with a competitive spirit. Hosted by Vandal Entertainment, the air hockey tournament will bring students a space for friendly competition. Wearing masks and social distancing is encouraged, and tables will be wiped down before and after use.
Thirsty Thursday Trivia Night
Time: 5:30—6:30 p.m.
Date: Thursday, Jan. 28
Place: Online event
Price: Free
Converse with others and show your skills during trivia night sponsored by the VandalStore. Alumni Shelby Silflow and Scott Smith will host the event and will connect with people about college experiences. Participants can play to become a trivia winner which entails prizes and more.
“Her Sister” – First Bite Play Reading
Time: 6—7:30 p.m.
Date: Friday, Jan. 29
Place: Online event
Price: Free
Explore the play “Her Sister” about Margo Frank, a Holocaust victim and sister of Anne Frank journey through a time of suffering. The play was written by Kendra Phillips and directed by Jennifer Hughes, University of Idaho MFA theater arts candidates. Learn more about history and support student’s creations during the event.
Single Reed Day
Time: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Date: Saturday, Jan. 30
Place: Online event
Price: Free
Curious about learning and taking care of instruments? Join an informative discussion about music and enjoy performances by Lionel Hampton School of Music faculty. Shawn Copeland, a clarinetist and Patrick jones, a saxophonist will play during the event.
Emily Pearce can be reached at [email protected] or on Twitter @Emily_A_Pearce.