Events

Wednesday, January 25

12:30–2 p.m.

BU’s Road to Washington: An Election Year Series

Location: GSU Conference Auditorium
Cost: Free
Presenters: Tobe Berkovitz, Dino Christensen, Thomas Fiedler, Graham Wilson

Kick start your Winterfest weekend early with a lively discussion of the 2012 election year with faculty from the College of Arts & Sciences and the College of Communication! This event is open to students, faculty, staff and alumni.

Friday, January 27

5–7 p.m.

School of Education Party at Sunset Cantina

Location: Sunset Cantina Restaurant, 916 Commonwealth Ave. (across from Agganis Arena)
Cost: Self-pay

This is your chance to warm up with School of Education friends, current students and alumni! There’s also an opportunity to form a team for Winterfest’s ice sculpting contest and take advantage of Nikki Morro, School of Education’s own Graphic Designer, who will be on-hand for creative input and help with ice design brainstorming.

6–8 p.m.

The State of Africa: Report from the African Presidential Archives
& Research Center (APARC) at Boston University

Location: SMG Atrium and Auditorium, 595 Commonwealth Ave.
Cost: Free
Presenter: Ambassador Charles Stith

Join Ambassador Charles Stith, director of the African Presidential Archives & Research Center (APARC) and former US ambassador to Tanzania, along with a panel of U.S. Ambassadors to African states, for the debut of the annual “State of Africa” report.

Following this presentation, Ambassador Stith will go on tour throughout African nations to present this report to their leadership. The Annual African Leaders’ State of Africa Report offers a much-needed commentary on politics and policies from the perspective of the individuals shaping those trends.

Light reception with the panel presentation and a discussion will follow.

7–9 p.m.

The Redstone Film Festival: BU FilmTV’s Best Student Films

Location: College of Communication, 640 Commonwealth Ave., Room B05
Cost: Free

Lights, camera, action! This evening is sponsored by Hollywood Star, Sumner Redstone, and showcases the best 30-minute short films made by the undergraduates and graduates of the College of Communication Department of Film & Television. This event, the first presentation for alumni, will present the best short films from over the last 10 years!

8–10 p.m.

Open Skate

Location: Walter Brown Arena, 285 Babcock St.
Cost: Free

Skate if you got ‘em! …And if you don’t, there will be some rentals available. What says “winter season” more classically than a great skate!

9 p.m.–12 a.m.

Winter Wonderland at the Pub

Location: BU Pub, 225 Bay State Rd.
Cost: Free

Never finished your Knight’s Quest? Then come hither to ‘ye old BU Pub for one more pint! Win prizes, enjoy special wintry cocktails, and catch up with other young alumni at the Winterfest Winter Wonderland!

Saturday, January 28

9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Winterfest Headquarters

Location: Fitness & Recreation Center Lobby, 915 Commonwealth Ave.
Cost: Free

Check in with us at Winterfest Headquarters to pick up your nametag, grab a quick cup of coffee, and sign up for any last-minute events!

10–11 a.m.

Campus Tour

Location: Leaves from FitRec, 915 Commonwealth Ave
Cost: Free

Hit the sidewalks of West Campus with one of our student tour guides to see how your old stomping grounds have changed!

11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Sculpt & Stretch

Location: Fitness & Recreation Center, 915 Commonwealth Ave.
Cost: Free

In the mood for a good workout? Then come to this total body conditioning group exercise workout at the Fitness & Recreation Center, built only 5 years ago, that combines stretching, weights, and calisthenics to tone and sculpt your muscles!

11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Cooking Up Culture with Helen Chen

Location: Exhibition Kitchen, 808 Comm. Ave., Room 117
Cost: $15 for Adults, $5 for Children 16 & younger
Presenter: Helen Chen

Celebrate Chinese New Year at BU! Geared toward Terriers and their children, this family-friendly cooking demonstration is supported by The Anderson Foundation. The menu consists of Haw Flakes, Deep Fried Shrimp Chips, and Glutinous Rice Balls. See the food being prepared, learn about the ingredients, and explore Chinese culture with chef and entrepreneur Helen Chen!

11 a.m.–5 p.m.

Ice Sculpting Competition

Location: Fitness & Recreation Center, 915 Commonwealth Ave.
Cost: $15 per team (4 or more) or $5 per individual

Ready. Set. Sculpt! This event fills up fast, so sign up today to reserve your ice. All winners will be announced at the Terrier Tailgate.

Drawing: Teams sketch their ideas: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Fitness & Recreation Center, (Room L131)

Sculpting: 1 p.m.–4 p.m.
Agganis Arena Promenade

Voting & Viewing: 4 p.m.–5 p.m.
Agganis Arena Promenade

12:30–1:30 p.m.

Rock Climbing: For Families

Location: Fitness & Recreation Center, 915 Commonwealth Ave.
Cost: $5

Get ready for a fun challenge for families! Indoor rock climbing is an exciting sport that is quickly gaining popularity. It emphasizes strength, endurance, balance, and flexibility. Rock climbing is more than just a work-out: it challenges your mind and your body. So get climbing to new heights!

2:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Kids’ Fest

Location: FitRec, Lower Level, Children’s Programming Room, 915 Commonwealth Ave.
Cost: $15

Bring your future Terriers along to Winterfest to take part in Kids’ Fest, featuring winter-themed craft projects. Recommended for ages 5-10; adult supervision provided.

1–4 p.m.

2nd Annual Winterfest Quidditch Tournament

Location: Nickerson Field
Cost: Free

There’s not enough quid in all of England for you to ditch this one! Come see the magical sport of Harry Potter®, now featured on college campuses across the world. Join students and alumni for high-stakes Quidditch action and winter treats! This year, BU’s student Quidditch Team hosts its 2nd annual Winterfest Tournament and seeks to defend its championship title against Boston-area challengers.

1–5 p.m.

100 Years (version #4 Boston, 2012)

Location: Stone Gallery, College of Fine Arts, 855 Commonwealth Ave., First Floor
Cost: Free

Fine arts at BU – an ongoing tradition continued at this year’s Winterfest. 100 Years (Version #4 Boston, 2012) provides a vital timeline of the history of performance art from 1909 Futurist Manifesto to present. 100 years presents a wealth of information that is largely unknown and is intended as an archive for students, scholars, and enthusiasts of the history of performance art.

1–5 p.m.

Cathy Lees and Shira Avidor: Domestic Discomfort

Location: Sherman Gallery, GSU, 775 Commonwealth Ave., 2nd Floor Floor
Cost: Free

In the mood for an art exhibit at Winterfest? This exhibition features painters Cathy Lees and Shira Avidor, both alumni of the BU School of Visual Arts painting program, as they join together to explore themes of domesticity and discomfort.

This event is organized by MoMA PS1 in collaboration with Performa; at the BU Art Gallery, the exhibition is coordinated by Director and Chief Curator Kate McNamara, Cathy Lees and Shira Avidor: Domestic Discomfort.

1:30–2:30 p.m.

Rock Climbing: For Adults

Location: Fitness & Recreation Center, 915 Commonwealth Ave.
Cost: $5

Climb for your body. Climb for your mind. But most of all, climb for the fun of it! This indoor rock climbing session is a great way to warm up and challenge yourself and friends.

2:30–3:30 p.m.

Campus Tour

Location: Leaves from FitRec, 915 Commonwealth Ave
Cost: Free

Hit the sidewalks of West Campus with one of our student tour guides to see how your old stomping grounds have changed!

3–9:30 p.m.

Terrier Hockey Doubleheader & Tailgate

Location: FitRec, 915 Commonwealth Ave. and Agganis Arena, 925 Commonwealth Ave.
Cost: $23 for doubleheader & tailgate; $5 for tailgate only

You don’t want to miss this double-header hockey action! One low price includes hockey tickets and a giveaway. Food and beverages will be concession-style and cash only. Also, bring the family to see Rhett, get temporary face tattoos, and listen to festive music!

Women’s Ice Hockey vs. Northeastern: 3 p.m.
Agganis Arena, 925 Commonwealth Ave.

Terrier Tailgate: 5:30 p.m.
FitRec Upper Level Gymnasium, 915 Commonwealth Ave., 2nd Floor

Men’s Ice Hockey vs. Maine: 7:30 p.m.
Agganis Arena, 925 Commonwealth Ave.

2:15–11:30 p.m.

Inaugural Student vs. Alumni Broomball Tournament

Location: Walter Brown Arena, 285 Babcock St. and Agganis Arena, 925 Commonwealth Ave.
Cost: $60 per Alumni Team; $30 per Student Team

BU’s most popular intramural sport has come to Winterfest! Come check out student and alumni broomball teams hit the ice for an exciting day of tournament play, topped off by what’s sure to be a nail-biting student vs. alumni championship match at Agganis Arena following the Men’s Ice Hockey game.

To sign up a team of 6-10 players, choose a team captain to register. (Due to high demand, tournament registration will open at 10 a.m. on December 12, 2012 on this site.)

Tournament Play: 3–7 p.m.
Walter Brown Arena, 285 Babcock St.

Semi-Finals and Championship Matches: 10–11:30 p.m.
Agganis Arena, 925 Commonwealth Ave.

Team slots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Captains will be contacted for full roster information and waivers; registration status is pending until the completion of this material. Registration fee includes game equipment and helmets. Exact semi-final and championship scheduling is subject to the timing of the Men’s Ice Hockey vs. Maine game, beginning at 7:30pm. Tournament schedule will be released to participating teams no later than one week before Winterfest.

3:30–5:30 p.m.

The Weight of Wine: A Wine Tasting with the Urban Grape

Location: Exhibition Kitchen, 808 Comm. Ave., Room 117
Cost: $10
Presenter: TJ Douglas

Bottle of red, bottle of white — whatever mood you’re in tonight! Join TJ Douglas, graduate of BU’s Metropolitan College’s Wine Studies Program and owner of The Urban Grape, as he brings his innovative ideas about wine to BU!

Douglas is pioneering “Progressive Shelving”, a system of wine organization that focuses on the body of the wine rather than grape varietal. He will demonstrate his method of “progressive wine shelving” by using skim milk, whole milk and heavy cream as examples, and then will offer at taste of a variety of wines. Come thirsty to learn about finding the perfect bottle for you and your palate!

4–6 p.m.

EnCore Reception: A Core Curriculum Alumni Gathering

Location: College of Arts & Sciences, Room 119
Cost: Free

Join fellow alumni and faculty of the Core Curriculum and beat the winter blues through reminiscent conversation and a light reception. Beer and wine, as well as light treats and snacks, will be available.

Sunday, January 29

11 a.m.–1 p.m.

Dining Hall Jazz Brunch

Location: The Fresh Food Co. at West Campus, Sleeper Hall, 275 Babcock St.
Cost: $9.85

Say goodbye in yummy fashion! Join your fellow Terriers and friends at the all-alumni Dining Hall Jazz Brunch at a foodie’s paradise, the Fresh Food Co. In one of the country’s premiere university dining halls, more than 20 food stations beckon, each with an open kitchen for exhibition cooking. While you eat, enjoy great views of historic Nickerson Field and spectacular jazz music.