You don't have to be a student to enjoy cultural arts at Wesleyan. The college sponsors a wide variety of enrichment events from lectures and book signings to theatre and musical events to incredible art exhibitions. Most are free and all are open to members of the community! So, join us for some of the following upcoming events at Wesleyan College:

JANUARY 2010

Degas String Quartet
January 14, 2010 at 7:30 PM
Wesleyan College, Olive Swann Porter Building
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon GA 31210
Presented by the Macon Concert Association in Burden Parlor. $80 season tickets for four concerts or each concert $20. Limited seating. For tickets and information call (478) 743-6940.

2010 CollegeTown Film Series
Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho
Thursday, January 21, 2010 at 7PM
Douglass Theater, Macon GA
Co-sponsored by Macon State College, Mercer University, and Wesleyan College, the annual CollegeTown Film Series is a weekly screening of films that share a common theme. After each film, faculty members  lead students and others in attendance in discussions. 2010’s CollegeTown Film Series theme is “Madness.” Admission is FREE to students with ID from Macon State, Mercer, or Wesleyan. Admission for faculty, staff, and the general public is $5, which includes a snack pass. Free parking is available next to the Douglass Theater at the Mulberry Street Parking Deck. For more information, contact Wesleyan at (478) 757-5214 or the Douglass Theatre at (478) 742-2000. More Information!

The Norman McLean Master Class
with Martin Katz as Master Teacher
Sunday, January 24, 2010 from 3–5PM
Wesleyan College, Burden Parlor, Olive Swann Porter Building
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon GA 31210
World-renowned pianist, coach and accompanist Martin Katz will present a Master Class.
Free and open to the public. (478) 757-5259

American Folk Music Concert
presented by Grammy Award Winner Art Rosenbaum
Tuesday, January 26, 2010 from 7–9PM
Wesleyan College Porter Auditorium
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, Georgia 31210
Art Rosenbaum, 2009 Grammy Award winner for “Best Historical Album” and Wheatley Professor in the Arts Emeritus at UGA, presents a live concert of authentic American Folk Music along with Southern Mountain Ballads and Blues. Three groups will perform soulful blues, stirring mountain ballads, and traditional instrumental folk music. Reception will feature Southern cuisine. A special presentation of the Eugenia Dorothy Blount Lamar Lecture Series. Free and open to the public. (478) 757-5189.
More Information!

Sing My Troubles By, a documentary film by Neil Rosenbaum
& discussion with Art Rosenbaum about Southern folk singers
Wednesday, January 27, 2010 at 6PM
Wesleyan College, Taylor Hall Peyton Anderson Amphitheater
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, Georgia 31210
View the film about Athens’s own Art Rosenbaum, 2009 Grammy award winner. Then join us a discussion led by Art, who will discuss collecting and writing about folk music, his award-winning album and book. A special presentation of the Eugenia Dorothy Blount Lamar Lecture Series. Free and open to the public. (478) 757-5189. More Information!

Paintings by Art Rosenbaum &
Photographs by Margo Rosenbaum
Thursday, January 28 – February 27, 2010
Opening reception: Thursday, January, 28, 2010; 6–7:30PM.
Gallery talk by the artists at 6:30 PM.
Porter Family Memorial Fine Arts Building, East and West Galleries
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, Georgia 31210
Rosenbaum, Wheatley Professor in the Arts Emeritus at UGA, is a painter, muralist, collector, and performer whose work depicts the music and culture of the South. Margo is a photographer who has captured many of Art’s field recordings. A special presentation of the Eugenia Dorothy Blount Lamar Lecture Series. Free and open to the public. (478) 757-5189. More Information!

Making Music with Pianist Martin Katz
Thursday January 28, 2010 at 11:15AM
Wesleyan College, Olive Swann Porter Buiding, Burden Parlor
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon GA 31210
Wesleyan students perform musical selections after a week of coaching with the world-renowned teacher and collaborator, pianist Martin Katz. Free and open to the public. 478-757-5259

2010 CollegeTown Film Series
Old Boy: Thursday, January 28, 2010 at 7PM
Douglass Theater, Macon GA
Co-sponsored by Macon State College, Mercer University, and Wesleyan College, the annual CollegeTown Film Series is a weekly screening of films that share a common theme. After each film, faculty members  lead students and others in attendance in discussions. 2010’s CollegeTown Film Series theme is “Madness.” Admission is FREE to students with ID from Macon State, Mercer, or Wesleyan. Admission for faculty, staff, and the general public is $5, which includes a snack pass. Free parking is available next to the Douglass Theater at the Mulberry Street Parking Deck. For more information, contact Wesleyan at (478) 757-5214 or the Douglass Theatre at (478) 742-2000. More Information!

WOW! A Day for Macon
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Mass community-wide volunteer service initiative organized by Wesleyan’s Lane Center for Community Engagement & Service. Volunteers will meet in the Anderson Dining Room for a breakfast meeting and then depart in small groups to various project sites located throughout Macon. Community volunteers are welcome! For more information call (478) 757-3799.

Ocmulgee Symphony Orchestra
Sunday, January 31, 2010 at 4 PM
Wesleyan College, Porter Family Memorial Fine Arts Building Auditorium
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon GA 31210
Join us for a special performance of the Ocmulgee Symphony Orchestra with mezzo-soprano Nadine Whitney, Chair of the Wesleyan Music Dept and Professor of Music. $15 general admission. Tickets available at the door. For more information, call (478) 757-5259. Purchase tickets online!


FEBRUARY 2010

Lecture: Humanity & Nature: Native American Insights
Thursday, February 4, 2010 at 11:15 AM
Wesleyan College Porter Auditorium
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, Georgia 31210
Lecture given by Dr. George "Tink" Tinker, a member of the Osage Nation, Professor of American Indian Cultures and Religious Traditions at Iliff School of Theology (Denver, CO), and widely known activist and author. This event is a special presentation of the Belk Lecture Series. Free & open to the public. (478) 757-5243

Festival of New Works
February 4, 5 & 6, 2010; all shows at 8PM.
Wesleyan College, Grassmann-Porter Studio Theatre
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210
Festival of New Works showcases original plays written by students of renowned playwright Robert Fieldsteel. Directed by Frazer Lively. May contain adult language. $8 full price, $4 students, alumnae, and senior citizens. Reservations recommended; seating is limited. For tickets and information, call (478) 757-5259 or email to: theatre@wesleyancollege.edu

2010 CollegeTown Film Series
Fight Club: Thursday, February 4, 2010 at 7PM
Douglass Theater, Macon GA
Co-sponsored by Macon State College, Mercer University, and Wesleyan College, the annual CollegeTown Film Series is a weekly screening of films that share a common theme. After each film, faculty members  lead students and others in attendance in discussions. 2010’s CollegeTown Film Series theme is “Madness.” Admission is FREE to students with ID from Macon State, Mercer, or Wesleyan. Admission for faculty, staff, and the general public is $5, which includes a snack pass. Free parking is available next to the Douglass Theater at the Mulberry Street Parking Deck. For more information, contact Wesleyan at (478) 757-5214 or the Douglass Theatre at (478) 742-2000. More Information!

The Vagina Monologues
Friday, February 12 & Saturday, February 13, 2010 at 8 PM
Wesleyan College, Taylor Hall Peyton Anderson Amphitheater
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon GA 31210
This production of Eve Ensler’s award winning play is part of a weeklong series of student-organized events to increase awareness of domestic violence through the V-Day College Campaign. All proceeds will benefit local non-profit organizations that provide services to victims of domestic violence. Tickets are $10 general admission; $5 students, seniors, military. ADULT content; for mature audiences. For more information, call 478-757-5134. More Information!

Lecture: Success Stories from 2 Recent Grads
Thursday, February 18, 2010 at 11:15 AM
2006 Wesleyan Grads Amy Fletcher and Lauren Hamblin will share what they’ve been up to since graduation. Get great career advice from these savvy, successful young alumnae.
Wesleyan College, Taylor Hall Peyton Anderson Amphitheater
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, Georgia 31210
Free and open to the public. (478) 757-5134.

Admission Office Open Saturday
Saturday, February 20, 2010 9AM -2PM
During our Open Saturday event, the Office of Admission welcomes prospective students from all stages of the college search process. Visitors meet with an admission counselor and are given a tour of campus to participate in activities designed to introduce the strengths of Wesleyan. For more information, call 478.757.5206. RSVP online!

STUNT!
Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 7PM
Wesleyan College Porter Auditorium
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon GA 31210
2010 will be the 114th annual STUNT; a student-produced musical revue and competition for the coveted STUNT cup. Proceeds benefit scholarships. $5 admission; tickets available at the door. (478) 757-5134 More Information!

Black History Month Gospel Extravaganza
Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 1PM
Wesleyan College, Taylor Hall Amphitheatre
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon GA 31210
Join us for a gospel concert featuring Beulahland Bible Church’s Mass Choir,
plus other local gospel singers and rappers.
Free & Open to the public. For more information, call (478) 757-3800.

MARCH 2010

Junior Day
March 1, 2010 10AM-3PM
Wesleyan College, Macon, GA 31210
Junior Day is open to any high school junior (and her family) interested in beginning a college search at Wesleyan. This free, one-day event will introduce you to Wesleyan campus life and our admission process. For more information, call 478.757.5206. RSVP online!

Lecture: Corporate (eCo)nscience
Thursday, March 4, 2010 at 11:15 AM.
Jami Buck, Senior Manager of Corporate Responsibility for Cox Enterprises in Atlanta, will discuss corporate environmental responsibility. Find out what this highly successful corporate citizen is doing to Go Green. Wesleyan College, Taylor Hall Peyton Anderson Amphitheater, 4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, Georgia 31210. Free and open to the public. (478) 757-5134.

Laura Nocciero, Pianist
March 17, 2010 at 7:30PM
Wesleyan College, Olive Swann Porter Building
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon GA 31210
Presented by the Macon Concert Association in Burden Parlor. $80 season tickets for four concerts or each concert $20. Limited seating. For tickets and information call (478) 743-6940.

Wesleyan Art Students’ Exhibition
March 17 – April 18, 2010
Opening reception: Wednesday March 17, 2010; 6–7:30 PM.
Cowles Myles Collier East Gallery
Porter Fine Arts Building, Wesleyan College
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon GA 31210
Gallery hours: M-F 10AM-12PM & 12:30-5PM
Group exhibition of Wesleyan College art students’ work in drawing, painting, ceramics, and photography.
Free and open to the public. (478) 757-5189

9th Annual Georgia Undergraduate Art History Forum
Sponsored by The Georgia Undergraduate Art History Consortium
Friday, March 19, 2010; 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Olive Swann Porter Building, Trice Conference Rooms A & B, Burden Parlor
Wesleyan College, 4760 Forsyth Road, Macon GA 31210
11 AM Plenary lecture: ‘Straight and without Deviation’ : The Mission of Saint Lucy as Told in Fresco by Altichiero, 1379-84, by Dr. Mary D. Edwards, Pratt Institute and School of Visual Arts, New York. (This lecture also will be given the previous evening on March 18 at 6 PM in Murphey Art Building Rm 104.) Free and open to the public. 478-757-5189. Wesleyan invites undergraduate art history students from all Georgia colleges and universities to submit proposals for papers to be read at the forum. Essays may treat any topic in the history of art. Submit an abstract of two double-spaced pages by January 15, 2009 to Libby Bailey (lbailey@wesleyancollege.edu). More about submissions!

Cherry Blossom Festival Finale
Sunday, March Date TBA 2010
Wesleyan College Great Lawn.
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210
Bring a blanket and enjoy the closing celebration of the Cherry Blossom Festival with concerts, family activities, and fireworks. Free and open to the public. (478) 757-5134


APRIL 2010

Lecture: Financial Planning Tips
Thursday, April 1, 2010 at 11:15 AM.
Sherri Goss, Senior Vice President with Rosenberg Financial Group in Middle Georgia, will share her experience as a professional financial planner and offer tips to students for financial independence.
Wesleyan College, Porter Gymnasium, 4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, Georgia 31210.
Free and open to the public. (478) 757-5134.

Wesleyan Market
Saturday, April 3 2010 9AM-1PM
Wesleyan College, Front Campus
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon GA
Held monthly, this fun community event features a variety of locally grown and produced items ranging from flowers and organic fruits and vegetables to baked goods. Music, fun & educational events also offered. Free and open to the public. (478) 757-5233

Easter Sunrise Services
Sunday, April 4, 2010 (6:30am or sunrise)
Wesleyan College Great Lawn
An interdenominational worship service organized by five area churches. If rain occurs, the event will be held in Porter Auditorium. Free and open to the public. (478) 757-4023.

Pioneer Weekend
April 9-10, 2010
Wesleyan College, Macon, GA 31210
Pioneer Weekend is an event open to all admitted students considering attendance at Wesleyan the following fall semester. This free, overnight event is packed with sessions and activities designed to introduce prospective students to Wesleyan students and traditions, plus academic and student life resources and opportunities. For more information, call 478.757.5206. RSVP online!

Faculty Recital: Dr. Michael McGhee,
Wesleyan College Organist and Assistant Professor of Music
Sunday April 11, 2010 at 4PM
Wesleyan College Porter Auditorium
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210
Free and open to the public. 478-757-5259

Admission Office Open Saturday
Saturday, April 17, 2010 9AM -2PM
During our Open Saturday event, the Office of Admission welcomes prospective students from all stages of the college search process. Visitors meet with an admission counselor and are given a tour of campus to participate in activities designed to introduce the strengths of Wesleyan. For more information, call 478.757.5206.

Alumnae Weekend
April 16, 17, & 18, 2010
Wesleyan College, Macon, GA 31210
Campus-wide events scheduled. Alumnae from around the world return to campus to celebrate sisterhood and to welcome the graduating class to their new alumnae status.

Senior Voice Recital
Featuring Kathryn Quirk, soprano
Saturday, April 17, 2010 at 7 PM
Wesleyan College, Olive Swan Porter Building, Burden Parlor
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210
Free and open to the public; (478) 757-5259.

Wesleyan’s Annual Spring Recital
Monday, April 19, 2010 at 7PM
Wesleyan College Porter Auditorium
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210
Featuring Wesleyan Music Students. Free admission and open to the public. (478) 757-5259.

Senior Studio Art Majors’ Exhibition
Thursday April 22 – May 15, 2010
Opening reception Thursday April 22, 2010; 6–7:30 PM.
Cowles Myles Collier East Gallery
Porter Fine Arts Building, Wesleyan College
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon GA 31210
Gallery hours: M-F 10AM-12PM & 12:30-5PM
Group exhibition of Wesleyan senior students majoring in studio art
Free and open to the public. 478-757-5189.

Macon Symphony Orchestra Masterworks #4 “Maestro’s Magic”
Saturday April 24, 2010; 7:30 PM
Wesleyan College Porter Fine Arts Building, Auditorium
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210
27 Years of Maestro Gnam’s Magic including selections by Strauss, Saint-Saens and Respighi.
For information and tickets please call 301-5300 or see www.maconsymphony.com

Senior Voice Recital
Featuring Hannah Gibson, mezzo-soprano
Sunday, April 25, 2010 at 7PM
Wesleyan College, Olive Swan Porter Building, Burden Parlor
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210
Free and open to the public. (478) 757-5259

New Directions: Student-Directed One-Act Plays
April 29, 30, May 1, 2010; all shows at 8PM.
Wesleyan College, Grassmann-Porter Studio Theatre
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210
New Directions includes several short plays directed by advanced theatre students, in some of our most exciting offerings of the year. Titles to be announced. May contain adult language.
$8 full price, $4 students, alumnae, and senior citizens. Reservations recommended; seating is limited. For tickets and information, call (478) 757-5259 or email to: theatre@wesleyancollege.edu


MAY 2010

Wesleyan Market
Saturday, May 1, 2010 9AM-1PM
Wesleyan College, Front Campus
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon GA
Held monthly, this fun community event features a variety of locally grown and produced items ranging from flowers and organic fruits and vegetables to baked goods. Music, fun & educational events also offered. Free and open to the public. (478) 757-5233.

Wesleyan’s Annual Spring Concert
Sunday, May 2, 2010 at 4 PM
Wesleyan College Porter Auditorium
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210
A celebrated annual concert featuring offerings by the Wesleyan Concert Choir and the Wesleyannes. Free admission and open to the public. (478) 757-5259.

2010 Commencement Ceremonies
Friday, May 14, 2010. Marker ceremony at Old Wesleyan campus site located in downtown Macon is followed by Baccalaureate at Mulberry Street United Methodist Church.
Commencement Exercises: Saturday, May 15, 2010 at 10AM.
Wesleyan College Porter Auditorium.
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon GA 31210
Speaker to be announced. (478) 757-5134.


JUNE 2010

Wesleyan Market
Saturday, June 5, 2010 9AM-1PM
Wesleyan College, Front Campus
4760 Forsyth Road, Macon GA
Held monthly, this fun community event features a variety of locally grown and produced items ranging from flowers and organic fruits and vegetables to baked goods. Music, fun & educational events also offered. Free and open to the public. (478) 757-5233.


For additional media information about these or any Wesleyan event, contact Susan Welsh, Director of Communications, Wesleyan College: 478.757.5137. communications@wesleyancollege.edu.