Date: Thursday, Feb. 1

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Location: Pomerantz Conference Center, Olmsted Center

Description: German conversation group is an opportunity to practice your German speaking skills. Any level is welcome to attend; the group is open to anyone, not just students.

Contact: Sarah Baldi, sarah.baldi@drake.edu.

Date: Wednesday, Feb. 7

Time: 7 p.m.

Location: Sussman Theater

Description: A two-man comedy troop will perform The Black-Jewish Dialogues on Wednesday, Feb. 7, at 7 p.m. in Sussman Theater. The event is free and pizza will be provided. This hilarious performance deals with diversity, prejudice, and inclusion in an innovative way. The event is being sponsored by the Unity Roundtable and the Office of Equity and Inclusion.

Contact: Drinda Williams, drinda.williams@drake.edu

Date: Sunday, Feb. 4

Time: 12 p.m.

Location: Shivers Basketball Practice Facility

Description: National Girls and Women in Sports Day recognizes the extraordinary progress sparked by Title IX and the ongoing effort to ensure access to sports for girls and women. Thanks to a generous donation to Drake Athletics, Drake Women’s Basketball is offering a free clinic Sunday, Feb. 4, at 12 p.m. at Shivers Basketball Practice Facility. The clinic is designed to get local girls involved in sports and expand their opportunities in life. Clinic registration is now open to all local girls eighth-grade and under. Registration will close on Friday, Feb. 2, or once all spots are filled. Space is limited and participant slots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to register early. Clinic participants will receive a free T-shirt and four complimentary game tickets to the Drake Women’s Basketball game against Missouri State at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 4. Registration and information is available at www.DrakeTix.com/ngwsd.

Contact: Ryan Harris, ryan.harris@drake.edu

Date: Saturday, Feb. 3

Time: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Location: Greek Orthodox Church of Saint George, 1110 35th St., Des Moines

Description: During the Meet My Religious Neighbor open house guests can drop in, tour the church, meet the congregation, and learn more about Greek Orthodox Christianity. The open house includes refreshments and music from the various cultures of St. George in the fellowship hall, and traditional music in the worship space. Father Basil and other members of the community will be on hand to answer questions and share the history of St. George. Meet My Religious Neighbor is a monthly open house series available to the public. It provides an opportunity to tour a sacred space, learn how religion is practiced there, and meet the congregation.

Contact: Monique Rodriguez, monique.rodriguez@drake.edu

Date: Tuesday, Jan. 30
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: The Knapp Center
Description: The Drake men’s basketball team hosts Southern Illinois today, Jan. 30. The game will serve as Drake Relays presented by Hy-Vee Night. One of the highlights of the evening will be a halftime dunk contest featuring an Olympic gold medalist, other world-class athletes, and a panel of local celebrity judges. Get your tickets to the game now as you won’t want to miss this one-of-a-kind event. For more information, contact the Drake Athletics Ticket Office at 515-271-3647 or visit www.godrakebulldogs.com.

Contact: Ryan Harris, ryan.harris@drake.edu

Date: Friday, Feb. 2

Time: Doors open at 6 p.m.

Location: Lefty’s Live Music

Description: The students of The Recorded Music Industry J-Term, in collaboration with Station 1 records, are hosting an enchanting concert experience, Venus Rising. The lineup includes High School Girls, The Molly Brandt Band, and Station 1 Records artist Lily Detaeye. Entry fee is $7.

Contact: Luke Miller, luke.miller@drake.edu

Date: Friday, Feb. 2

Time: 5-7 p.m.

Location: Anderson Gallery

Description: Join us for a public reception for the Anderson Gallery exhibition, Paper is Part of the Picture: Contemporary Paper and Book Arts. Curated by Drake’s Sarah McCoy, Paper is Part of the Picture explores the different substrates, approaches, materiality, and meanings revealed through artists’ interactions on and with paper. The exhibit features artwork made of or on paper by artists from across the United States. Attend the public reception, or visit the gallery during regular hours: Tuesday through Sunday from 12 to 4 p.m.

Contact: Joshua Cox, joshua.cox@drake.edu

Men’s Basketball
Drake vs. Southern Illinois
Tuesday, Jan. 30, at 7 p.m.
The Knapp Center—Drake Relays presented by Hy-Vee Night

• Celebrate our Drake Relays presented by Hy-Vee executive        committee and officials.
• Dunk contest at halftime featuring an Olympic gold medalist, other world-class athletes, and a panel of local celebrity judges.
• 2018 Drake Relays presented by Hy-Vee all-session and multi-session packages available for purchase.

Women’s Basketball
Drake vs. Southern Illinois
Friday, Feb. 2, at 7 p.m.
The Knapp Center—Dollar Night

• Fans can purchase tickets for $1 in advance of the game. Click here to purchase yours today(advance sales only).
• On game day, fans can enjoy hot dogs, popcorn, and soda for just $1 (select sizes only).

Women’s Basketball
Drake vs. Missouri State
Sunday, Feb. 4, at 2 p.m.
The Knapp Center—Giveaway, State Farm Rollabanna

• Arrive early to grab your State Farm Drake Bulldogs Rollabanna.
  Bulldog Family Series presented by Iowa State Bank
• Kids should arrive early to participate in pre-game activities like poster making, tattoos, and photos with Griff & Spike (based on availability).
• All kids in attendance are encouraged to make a pre-game high five tunnel as the Bulldogs take the floor.
• Following the game, all kids in attendance are welcome to shoot a basket on Ron Pearson Court.
• Post-game Autographs presented by Mercy Medical Center
• Following the game, line up by the Drake bench for a post-game autograph session with the Bulldogs.

For more information, contact the Drake Athletics Ticket Office at 515-271-3647 or visit www.godrakebulldogs.com

— Ryan Harris, Athletics