Join us as Rutgers marks its 250th birthday on November 10 with
A Day of Revolutionary Thinking
, a showcase of alumni expertise and knowledge. Accomplished graduates return to campus to present new ideas, discoveries, and practices that are shaping our world today.
Choose from over 50 topics including: Fighting Ebola on the Frontlines, From Black Holes to Dark Energy, Rock 'n' Roll and Rutgers, The Magic and Science of Cooking, and many more. Presentations are open to the university community and the public, but seating is limited, and
preregistration is required.
The day will conclude with fireworks over the Raritan River at 6 p.m. If you can't make it in person, view a
live stream of the fireworks online or download the
Rutgers 250 app and test your knowledge of Rutgers history. Visit the
Rutgers 250 website for details.
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Rutgers' Thanksgiving Break, November 24-27
New Brunswick Tree Lighting, December 2
Last Day of Fall Classes, December 14
Rutgers Fall Exams End, December 23
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Performances
The 12th annual Hub City Jazz Festival returns to New Brunswick, November 3-6, a four-day event that begins with free live jazz performances on Thursday at restaurant venues in downtown New Brunswick.
On November 6, enjoy a performance of Gabriel Fauré's "Requiem," J.S. Bach's "Cantata 118," and other works with chamber orchestra, performed by the Christ Church Parish Choir and Aura Polyphonica at Christ Church.
Our Common Thread,
a community performance event addressing homelessness in New Brunswick, at the Crossroads Theater,
November 11.
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The Legacy of Robert Moevs
on November 13.
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On November 13, take in a free concert at Mason Gross School of the Arts celebrating The Legacy of Robert Moevs, the modernist composer who taught at Rutgers from 1964-1991.
Music at the Museum,
Zimmerli Art Museum,
Sculpture in Wood
spotlights compositions for marimba and percussion,
November 20.
Join in the holiday fun when Elf, the Musical, comes to the State Theater for five shows beginning December 2.
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 Lectures and Exhibitions
"Playing on Insecurities," the second talk in Feminist In/Security: Vulnerability, Securitization, and States of Crisis, November 3
coLAB Arts invites you to participate in a Pop Up Museum by bringing an item connected to the theme of "Winners & Losers" to display at the Zimmerli Art Museum on November 17.
Confucius Institute showcases an alternative theory on China's growth as it presents
"China's Industrial Revolution: Past, Present, and Future," November 22.
Coin collectors can view
counterfeit silver denarli of the Roman imperial period at "
Counterfeit Caesars: The Criminal Genius of Coin Forger Carl Wilhelm Becker (1772-1830)" on display through February 6 at the Zimmerli Art Museum.
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For Kids
Works on view at the Zimmerli Art Museum inspire families to get creative together at
Passport to Art,
November 6, with interactive workshops welcoming participants to drop in. Free!
Jazz students ages 11 to 18
are invited to attend a free improvisation workshop presented by the Mason Gross School of the Arts Extension Division on November 15 taught by Rutgers Youth Jazz Ensemble directors.
RSVP
is required.
Looking for a music teacher for your child? Mason Gross Extension Division has instructors to meet your needs. Drop in on November 12 to meet instructors and find out about available programs.
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Science & Nature
On November 9, watch
a live taping on NPR's You're the Expert
at the George Street Playhouse featuring Rutgers oceanographer Oscar Schofield. Admission is free, but
preregistration is required
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At
Rutgers Gardens,
garden classes are always in season. Sign up for
Crafting with Succulent Plants on November 12 and
Wreath Decorating and Winter Containers on December 3.
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Sports & Recreation
Support Elijah's Promise by participating in the Race Against Hunger and Chili Cook-Off, 5K timed run and 1-mile fa
mily fun walk on November 12 to
raise funds for meals at the community soup kitchen.
Rutgers football hosts
Teacher Appreciation Day
on November 5 at home game against Indiana with discounted tickets for educators and their families.
 Rutgers Athletics hosts the Battle at the Birthplace on November 19, when Rutgers wrestling takes on Princeton outdoors at High Point Solutions Stadium.
Registration is now open for The Big Chill 5K on December 3. Join more than 9,000 participants who run the College Avenue Campus and donate over 10,000 toys for local charities.
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Around Town
Elmwood Cemetery Luminary event will light the grounds on November 6 as a drive through tribute to all who rest on the grounds. For information contact: info@theelmwoodcemetery.com.
Honor those who served in the military during the annual
Veterans Day Parade and ceremony on November 11 in New Brunswick.
The
New Jersey Italian Heritage Commission's 13th Annual Congress will be on November 12 at the Zimmerli Art Museum and features
presentations from prominent local artists followed by a reception.
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