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11/19/09
Vision-Based Change Management: Maintaining Strong Alignment with Your Vision and Mission as You Scale or Restructure Your Company or Project
Featuring Mary Raftery ’87
San Francisco, CA (Brown Alumni Association of Northern California)
6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, University Club, 800 Powell St. (at California)
Enjoy an evening of strategizing with entrepreneur Mary Raftery ’87 of Empowering Creative Leaders. The evening will include a workshop of participants’ vision and mission statements, giving everyone an opportunity to create, test and/or refresh these core business elements in your current environment. One name will be selected at the event to present an elevator pitch. Cost: $25 current dues-paying alumni/2009 grads; $35 non-dues paying alumni/guests. Contact: Via e-mail. RSVP: Online by 11/11.
11/19/09
Luncheon Meeting
Featuring The Honorable Haiganush Bedrosian ’65
Middletown, RI (Brown Alumnae Club of Kent County)
12:00 pm, The Atlantic Beach Club, 55 Purgatory Rd.
Our very special guest speaker, the Honorable Haiganush Bedrosian, was appointed as an Associate Justice in the RI Family Court in 1980. She will share with us her extensive experiences within the complicated Family Court system illuminating the responsibilities Family Court has in our community.
Cost: $19 pp. Contact/RSVP: Joan McMaster ’63.
11/19/09
Evening at the Detroit Symphony Orchestra
Detroit, MI (Brown Club of Michigan)
Orchestra Hall, 3711 Woodward Ave.
6:00 pm, Optional pre-concert dinner, Paradise Café, 2nd Floor
8:00 pm, Concert followed by post-concert dessert and coffee
Enjoy an evening of beautiful music, renew old friendships and make new ones.
James Van Valkenburg, assistant principal viola of the Detroit Symphony, artist in residence at Brown, and member of the International String Quartet, 1980-86, will join us for dinner and conversation. After the concert, there will be dessert and coffee at the Paradise Café. Cost: Ticket: $30 (mid-balcony seats); Dinner, dessert, and coffee: pay as you go. Contact/RSVP: Andrew Conway ’79 by 11/5. Dinner reservations should be made directly with the Paradise Café (313-576-5055) by 11/10. Mention the Brown Alumni Group.
11/21/09
From Darwin to Dover: Thoughts on America’s Continuing Problem with Evolution
Featuring Professor Kenneth R. Miller ’70
Bryn Mawr, PA (Brown Club of Philadelphia)
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Music Room, Goodhart Hall, Bryn Mawr College (side of building towards rear)
Darwin’s theory of evolution by natural selection remains the central concept of biology. This simple, yet at times controversial, misunderstood and misused theory profoundly altered our view of the natural world and our place in it. Through his presentation, Kenneth Miller, professor of biology, will enhance our understanding of Darwin and the significance of his effect on modern science. Cost: Free. Contact/RSVP: Via e-mail.
11/21/09
Brown Football: Brown vs. Columbia
New York City, NY (Brown Club of Westchester)
12:30 pm, Baker Field at Wein Stadium, 218 Street and Broadway, Northern Manhattan
Come and join us for some Fall revelry as we cheer on our Brown Bears at Columbia. Pre-game and post-game refreshments will be provided at the Brown Sports Foundation tent down by the Columbia Crew. Cost: $5-10 donation recommended (by check made payable to “Brown Club of Westchester County,” PO Box 566, Rye, NY 10508). Game tickets are sold at the stadium on game day. Contact: Malcolm Reid ’84. No RSVP necessary.
11/24/09
Get Together
Paris, France (Brown Club of France)
8:00 pm, The Shywawa Café, 7, Rue du Petit Pont
Please join the Brown Club of France in kicking off the 2009-2010 Season. Meet up with old friends, make new ones, and have a drink! Cost: Pay as you go. Contact/RSVP: Sonali Bhattacharyya ’06.
11/27/09
The Obama Nation After One Year
Featuring Professor James Morone
Sydney, Australia (Brown University Club of Australia)
Location and directions will be provided upon RSVP
6:30 pm, Reception with refreshments
7:30 pm, Lecture and discussion
Jane Rothschild ’79 will graciously host James Morone, professor of political science and urban studies, as he presents his views and encourages lively discussion. Has disappointment set in? Has Obama lived up to his promise of change? Are too many of Obama's actions and policies rooted in Democratic politics? And what about all the noise on health care? Issues will be discussed from the viewpoints of those in the US and abroad. Cost: Free. Contact: Susannah Raub ’04. RSVP: Online by 11/18.
11/28/09
Annual Joint Club Thanksgiving Dinner
Hong Kong, China (Brown University Alumni Association of Hong Kong and Stanford Club of Hong Kong)
7:00 pm, Brown Restaurant, 18A, Sing Woo Road, Happy Valley (2891-8558)
A traditional Thanksgiving Buffet will be served with all the fixings and trimmings. Cost: $270 pp; $135 /child under 12 (includes one standard drink). Additional drinks coupons at $35 each. Contact: Ronna Heffner. RSVP: Online. Scroll down until you see “Joint Club Thanksgiving Dinner,” select adult/child, enter university affiliation, then click “Add to Cart,” complete transaction via PayPal. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to charity.
11/28/09
Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
London, England (Brown Club of the United Kingdom, Cornell and UPenn Alumni Clubs)
East India Club, 16 St. James’s Square, London SW1 (Tube stop: Piccadilly Circus)
7.00 pm, Cash bar reception
7:30 pm, Dinner
Come celebrate Thanksgiving dinner with friends, family, and junior year abroad students at the historic East India Club. Students are offered their dinners at a highly discounted price. Please consider being a sponsor whether or not you are able to attend. See full menu. A tasty vegetarian selection is also available by pre-order. Dress code: jacket and tie for men. Cost: £40 pp (includes two glasses of wine or a soft drink with the meal). Contact/RSVP: See website for cheque or bank transfer instructions.
11/30/09
An Evening with Thomas Perez ’83
Washington, DC (Brown Club of Washington, D.C.)
The Brookings Institute, 1775 Massachusetts Ave. NW
6:30 pm, Refreshments; 7:00 pm, Presentation with Q&A
Enjoy an evening with Tom Perez, the newly appointed Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division of the United States Department of Justice. A politician, consumer advocate, and civil rights lawyer, Perez previously served as Secretary of the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation. Cost: $15 for club members/guests; $25 for non-members/guests (both tickets include refreshments/networking); $30 special price (includes club membership, reception and presentation/Q&A). Contact: George Bassett ’05. RSVP: Online.
11/30/09
Future of our Energy
Featuring Alan Taub, Ph.D. ’76
Detroit, MI (Brown Club of Michigan, The Jewish Community Council of Metropolitan Detroit, Bloomfield Township Public Library, The American Teknion Society - Detroit Chapter, Michigan Israel Business Bridge and Automation Alley)
6:30 pm, Leslie Harcourt Community Room, Bloomfield Township Public Library, 1099 Lone Pine Road (corner of Telegraph Road and Lone Pine)
Alan Taub, vice president of global research and development for General Motors, will be discussing the future of our energy in this community speaking engagement. He received his bachelor’s degree in materials engineering from Brown. Cost: Free. Contact/RSVP: Online or call The Jewish Community Council of Metropolitan Detroit (248-642-5393) by 11/25.
12/1/09
Turning Thoughts to Action: Restoring Movement in Humans with Paralysis
Featuring Professor John Donoghue ’79 PhD
Vero Beach, FL (Brown Club of the Treasure Coast)
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm, Pointe West, 1999 Pointe West Dr.
John Donoghue, professor and chairman of the Department of Neuroscience, has an extraordinary resume that includes an appearance on 60 Minutes for his role in developing brain implants that restore movement to paralyzed individuals through thought. In this speaking program, Professor Donoghue will showcase this cutting edge technology developed at Brown. Cost: $40 pp. Contact: Gil Peirce ’62. RSVP: Via mail with check payable to “Brown Club of the Treasure Coast,” Gil Peirce '62, PO Box 700157, Wabasso, Fl., 32970 by 11/23.
12/2/09
Executive Recruiting
Southfield, MI (Brown Club of Michigan and Ivy Clubs of Metro Detroit)
The Skyline Club, 2000 Town Center
5:30 pm, Arrival / Sign In
6:15 pm - 7:00 pm, Panel of speakers
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Networking
Enjoy an evening of networking and educational/informative speakers, focused on discussing relevant career matters in times of economic uncertainty. Complimentary appetizers will be provided and a cash bar will be available.
Cost: Free. Contact/RSVP: JP La Forest by 11/20. Please include your full name, name you would like printed on your badge and your school/club affiliation.
12/2/09
Reading and Discussion, Larry's Kidney by Daniel Asa Rose ’71
Portland, OR (Brown Club of Oregon)
8:00 pm – 9:30 pm, SOUK, 322 NW 6th Ave., Suite 200
Please join fellow alumni for a reading and discussion with author Daniel Asa Rose ‘71 who will be speaking about his new book: Larry's Kidney: Being the True Story of How I Found Myself in China with My Black Sheep Cousin and His Mail-Order Bride, Skirting the Law to Get Him a Transplant-and Save His Life. Cost: $5 donation suggested (to pay for room rental). Contact/RSVP: Marlowe Kulley ’03.
12/4/09
From Darwin to Dover: Thoughts on America's Continuing Problem with Evolution
Featuring Professor Kenneth Miller ’70
Phoenix, AZ (Brown Club of Arizona – Phoenix/Tempe)
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm, Burton Barr Central Library, Lecture Room, 4th Floor, 1221 N. Central Ave.
Darwin's theory of evolution by natural selection underlies all modern biology. Simple yet at times controversial, misunderstood and misused, the theory remains unchallenged as the central concept of biology. Professor Miller's presentation will enhance our understanding of Darwin and the significance of his effect on modern science. Cost: Free. Contact/RSVP: Keelan Bodow ’89 by 12/1.
12/5/09
Wine Tasting to Benefit Annual Club Scholarship Fund
Darien, CT (Brown Club of Fairfield County)
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Location and directions will be provided upon RSVP
The evening will be graciously hosted by Peter ’83 and Holly Ruhlin and will include a sampling of wines and hors d’oeuvres presented by Nicholas Roberts Fine Wines and Fine Foods. All wines presented will be available for sale. A portion of the proceeds of all wine sales during the evening will be donated to the Scholarship Fund by The Nicholas Roberts Group. Cost: $35 pp for members; $45 pp for non-members. Contact: Peter Ruhlin ’83. RSVP: Use this form (pdf) by 11/30.
12/6/09
Mary Poppins at the Ahmanson Theatre
Los Angeles, CA (Brown Club of Southern California)
4:30 pm, Catered reception, Pinot Grill, 135 N. Grand Ave.
6:30 pm, Showtime, The Ahmanson Theater, 135 N Grand Ave.
Disney's legendary movie "Mary Poppins" is now Disney's legendary Broadway production. Live on stage, the same memorable music, with a few added, equally fantastic, new numbers, will move you on a whole new level. Cost: $60 pp (includes catered reception and theater ticket). Contact: Lenny Kirschen ’99. RSVP: Online.
12/6/09
Reading and Discussion, Larry's Kidney by Daniel Asa Rose ’71
St. Louis, MO (Brown Club of St. Louis)
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm, Dressel's Pub, 419 North Euclid (in the Central West End)
Please join fellow alumni for a reading and discussion with author Daniel Asa Rose ‘71 who will be speaking about his new book: Larry's Kidney: Being the True Story of How I Found Myself in China with My Black Sheep Cousin and His Mail-Order Bride, Skirting the Law to Get Him a Transplant-and Save His Life. Appetizers will be provided. Cost: Pay as you go for lunch and drinks. Contact/RSVP: Jane Friedrich’81.
12/8/09
Holiday Party
San Francisco, CA (Brown Alumni Association of Northern California)
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, University Club, 800 Powell St. (at California)
Celebrate the 2009 holiday season with great views atop Nob Hill. This club tradition includes fun games, lots of laughs, and a chance to meet new friends or reacquaint with old ones. Cost: $25 for dues paying members; $35 for non-dues paying alumni/guests. Contact: Via e-mail.
RSVP: Online.
12/10/09
Annual Holiday Party
Boston, MA (Brown Club of Boston)
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, The Park Plaza Hotel and Towers, 50 Park Plaza at Arlington St.
Reconnect with fellow alumni and their families and enjoy good food, beer, and wine, and live music by local Brown-alumni jazz band, the Rob Mitzner Trio. Cost: Through the generosity of Donald Saunders ’57, the cost will be $15 for alumni who renew their club memberships or who are members in good standing as of 1/1/10; $35 for all other alumni/guests. Contact: Jeff Upton ’84. RSVP: Online.
12/15/09
Volunteer at the San Francisco Food Bank
San Francisco, CA (Brown Alumni Association of Northern California)
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, San Francisco Food Bank, 900 Pennsylvania Ave.
Volunteer with fellow alumni to sort, inspect, and repackage food at the San Francisco Food Bank in this short two-hour shift. The SF Food Bank provides donated and purchased food to over 400 non-profit agencies, enabling them to give nutritious meals or supplemental groceries to thousands of low-income families and individuals in our community. ATTIRE: Please wear layers of work clothes (that you do not mind getting dirty) and comfortable closed-toe shoes (anyone wearing sandals or shoes with an open toe will not be able to participate). You may also want to bring work gloves. Cost: Free. Contact/RSVP: Jen Siraganian ’99 by 12/7.
2/25/10 – 3/8/10
Antiquities of Egypt
Cairo and the Nile River on the M.S. Sonesta Nile Goddess (Brown Travelers)
Discover the legendary antiquities of the Nile River valley. Spend three nights in fascinating Cairo before flying to Luxor. Following a four-night Nile cruise - including visits to Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan - visit the monumental treasures at Abu Simbel. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).
3/5/10 – 3/14/10
Galápagos Islands
Aboard National Geographic Endeavour (Brown Travelers)
The Galápagos Islands, located 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, provide a natural habitat for some of the world's most unusual animals. Explore the unspoiled natural beauty and unique wildlife that sparked Darwin's pioneering research almost 150 years ago. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).
4/13/10 – 4/21/10
Cruise the Magnificent Waterways and Canals of Holland and Belgium
Amsterdam to Antwerp on the M.S. Amadeus Diamond (Brown Travelers)
There is no better way to experience the beauty, history and culture of Holland and Belgium than by cruising their legendary waterways. Travel into the heart of one of Europe's most colorful and fascinating regions on this nine-day voyage. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).
4/13/10 – 4/24/10
The Red Sea, Nile Valley and the Holy Land
Jordan, Egypt, Israel and Cyprus on the M.Y. Harmony V (Brown Travelers)
Marvel at Petra, travel to the foot of Mount Sinai and walk in the footsteps of Ramses II. Stand face-to-face with the Sphinx in the shadow of the Great Pyramids and immerse yourself in the mystery of the Holy Land. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).
4/21/10 – 5/3/10
Treasures of Japan
On the Clipper Odyssey, with a day in Gyeongju, Korea (Brown Travelers)
Discover the cultural highlights and natural attractions of Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu Islands as you sail the Inland Sea. From imposing castles and timeless villages to a moving exploration of Hiroshima, this voyage presents an intricate tapestry of Japanese riches. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).
4/24/10 – 5/12/10
Cruise from Singapore to Dubai
Aboard the Crystal Symphony (Brown Travelers)
Experience a world of new horizons and the allure of time-honored cultures and customs. This 16-night cruise offers the perfect way to visit historic port cities across the breadth of southern Asia while enjoying the luxuries of a top-of-the-line vessel. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).
5/5/10 – 5/14/10
Alumni College in Chianti and the Italian Riviera
Tavarnelle Val di Pesa and Sestri Levante (Brown Travelers)
Discover the best of these two regions as you visit the lovely towns that adorn the undulating Tuscan hills, the masterpieces of Florence, the quaint villages of the Cinque Terre and many other highlights of beautiful and unforgettable Italy. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).
5/10/10 – 5/24/10
Provincial French Countryside
Toulouse, the Dordogne, Loire Valley, Normandy and Paris (Brown Travelers)
Experience the beauty, allure and hospitality of provincial France in a unique style. Anchored by stays in vibrant Toulouse and enchanting Paris, the journey features diverse Languedoc, the remote Dordogne, the lovely Loire Valley and historic Normandy. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).
5/18/10 – 5/26/10
European Coastal Civilizations
Portugal, Spain, Guernsey Island and France aboard the M.S. Le Diamant (Brown Travelers)
From the old-world sophistication of Portugal to the artistic riches of Spain's Basque Country and the rugged beauty of France's Côte Sauvage, a riveting canvas of historic seaports, mountainous coastlines and enduring yet dynamic cultures awaits you. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).
5/28/09 – 5/30/09
Brown Reunion Weekend
Providence, RI (Alumni Relations)
Rejoin your Brown community of friends on campus this May! If your class year ends in 5 or 0, be sure to contact classmates and finalize your plans to attend. Weekend highlights include Campus Dance, Alumni Field Day, and new alumni reunion forums. Cost: Varies. Contact: Reunion headquarters (401–863–7783).
6/12/10 – 6/26/10
The Blue Voyage: Legendary Turkey and the Turquoise Coast
Istanbul, Troy, Kusadasi and Antalya, plus a cruise on a Gulet Yacht (Brown Travelers)
Exotic sights, scents and sounds reign in this fascinating land where Europe and Asia meet. Experience vibrant cities, ancient ruins, stunning landscapes and the dramatic Turquoise Coast, where we board privately-chartered yachts. At every turn, Turkey engages and beguiles. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).
7/2/10 – 7/12/10
The Great Journey through Europe
Holland, Germany, France and Switzerland on the M.S. Amadeus Diamond (Brown Travelers)
This comprehensive itinerary features the cultural and natural riches of the Rhine Valley and Swiss Alps. In the heart of Europe, explore stunning medieval cathedrals and castles and marvel at the majestic snow-crowned peaks of the Matterhorn and Mr. Pilatus. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).
7/3/10 – 7/11/10
Cruising the Baltic Sea
Copenhagen, Tallinn, St. Petersburg, Helsinki and Stockholm on the M.S. Le Boreal (Brown Travelers)
Summer trips to the Baltic are one of the Brown Travelers program's most popular offerings. On this new, shorter itinerary - still featuring two days in St. Petersburg - visit historic ports as you cruise in comfort on the new Le Boreal. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).
7/16/10 – 7/28/10
Cruise the Passage of Peter the Great
Moscow to St. Petersburg on the M.S. Krasin (Brown Travelers)
In the 1700s, Peter the Great pursued his vision of transforming Russia into the greatest nation in Europe. Follow in his footsteps as you trace scenic waterways lined with medieval villages. And of course, fully explore Moscow and St. Petersburg. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).
8/28/10 – 9/4/10
The Great Lakes
North America's Magnificent Inland Seas on Clelia II (Brown Travelers)
From the thunder of Niagara Falls to the majestic landscapes of these unique natural wonders, rediscover what we've forgotten in America's backyard aboard the only luxury cruising vessel to tour all five Great Lakes - Ontario, Erie, Huron, Michigan and Superior. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).
9/27/10 – 10/7/10
Between Two Seas: Exploring the Ancient Cities of the Aegean and Black Seas
Turkey, Greece and Bulgaria on Corinthian II (Brown Travelers)
As the early autumn months paint the stunning shorelines of the Aegean and Black Seas, explore the unforgettable monuments of the Greek, Roman and Ottoman Empires, from the storied Acropolis and the city of Troy to some lesser-known marvels. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).
10/2/10 – 10/10/10
River Life through Burgundy and Provence
The Rhône and Saône Rivers on the M.S. Rembrandt (Brown Travelers)
Cruise through these legendary French regions, whose picturesque landscapes inspired van Gogh and Cézanne. Walk in medieval footsteps in Avignon, explore ancient monuments in Cluny and Arles and savor the world-renowned cuisine of Provence and Lyon. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).
10/5/10 – 10/19/10
Treasures of Southern Africa
Cape Town, the Rovos Rail, Johannesburg and Kruger National Park (Brown Travelers)
A land of spectacular biological diversity and fascinating culture, the wonders of South Africa exceed the imagination. On this very popular program, experience this unique part of the world in luxurious accommodations, featuring a breathtaking journey on the Rovos Rail. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).
10/22/10 – 11/1/10
Alumni College in Sicily
Syracuse and Palermo (Brown Travelers)
Much more than just an island in the Mediterranean Sea, Sicily was the world's first multi-cultural society. It's also a place of art, archaeology, history, folklore and magnificent scenery. Ancient theaters, temples and churches bear evidence of Sicily's rich history. Cost: See Brown Travelers webpage. Contact: Brown Travelers (401-863-6322).