Events from Griffith University http://www.griffith.edu.au/ 20 March 2010 (20 March 2010) BeachCare Planting Activity – Paradise Point Come along to a free community dune planting activity at Paradise Point this Saturday 20th March from 9am to 11am. You can make a difference to improve the Gold Coast’s beach environment by planting native species and removing invasive weeds. The activity includes planting and maintenance of the dunes followed by a free morning tea. A fun and social activity, suitable for all ages, kids welcome. Please bring a hat, sunscreen, suitable clothing and footwear. See you there! When: From: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, Saturday 20th March 2009 Where: Paradise Point – The Esplanade, opposite Abalone Ave Cost: Free Contact details: Naomi Edwards (Griffith Centre for Coastal Management) Phone: (07) 5552 8823 Email and Website: gccm@griffith.edu.au www.griffith.edu.au/coastal-management   http://www3.secure.griffith.edu.au/03/events/view.php?eventID=12395 20 March 2010 (20 March 2010) Queensland Conservatorium presents "A Double Reed Celebration".   Performers: Eve Newsome, Nicole Tait and Brieley Cutting   Staff from the Queensland Conservatorium and the Queensland Symphony Orchestra will perform a varied program of works featuring double reeds.   Admission: $15/$10 at the door. http://www3.secure.griffith.edu.au/03/events/view.php?eventID=12542 21 March 2010 (21 March 2010) Queensland Conservatorium presents "Oboe and Bassoon Bash".   Come and join the fourth annual major double reed event in Queensland. The day will be led by Queensland's most experienced oboe and bassoon specialists, inclusding members of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra. Participants will take part in lessons, chamber music, reed-making workshops, and one of the biggest oboe and bassoon massed ensembles in Brisbane. This is a chance to meet like-minded peers and get enthusiastic about double-reed instrumetns. All levels of experience are welcome, especially beginners of all ages. This is an experience that will leave you enthused for the playing year ahead. Enrolment closes on 22nd February 2010 and places are limited!   For further information contact: Email: qdrsinfo@gmail.com Mobile: 0410 034 109 Price: $50/$35 (ADRS members) Concert Admission: Non-participants $10 at the door. http://www3.secure.griffith.edu.au/03/events/view.php?eventID=12543 21 March 2010 (21 March 2010) Queensland Conservatorium presents "Kawai Piano Series - Christpher Wrench (organ) Hommage a BACH"   Christopher Wrench launches his recording of Bach's Trio Sonatas by performing three of them on Bach's 325th birthday. This is the first concert of Christpher's survey of the major works of Bach in Brisbane during 2010. Schumann's tribute to Bach will provide a fascinating contrast.   Tickets: Adults $26/50/Concessions & Groups $16.50. Bookings: qtix on 136 246 or www.qtix.com.au. http://www3.secure.griffith.edu.au/03/events/view.php?eventID=12544 22 March 2010 (22 March 2010) Technology, Education and the Future The swift development of a hyper-connected society is transforming the value of information and the structure of education. Technological change and social change are evolving together, creating new and different expectations of how we interact, learn, and develop careers. Research, academic publishing, peer learning, open source education and plagiarism are just some of the domains that are being transformed, requiring new thinking and different structures. How can the education sector respond to these changes to help build social and economic prosperity? Speaker: Ross Dawson Ross is the Founding Chairman of four companies including leading future think-tank Future Exploration Network, and the bestselling author of several books including Living Networks. Ross has delivered keynote speeches on six continents, and appeared on CNN, Bloomberg TV, SkyNews, ABC TV, Today and Sunrise shows, Washington Post and many others (further information available at http://rossdawson.com/). Details 22 March 2010 at 3:30pm – 4:30pm Nathan Campus, Environment 1 (N55) Room 0.06 Watch the live flash video stream here (www.griffith.edu.au/scholarly-informationfutures) from your own desk or join in the discussion via videoconference from: Gold Coast Campus, Business 1 (G01) Room 2.12 or Logan Campus, Auditorium (L06) To participate in discussion during the presentation, email your questions to the moderator at ins-events@griffith.edu.au or instant message via sametime to Stefanie Van Der Meer. The Scholarly Information Futures Series is brought to you by Information Services. Its aim is to foster an ongoing conversation across the University community about the emerging role of information and technologies in achieving Griffith’s strategic directions. It is my pleasure to invite you to the first presentation in this series. I look forward to seeing you there. Linda O’Brien Pro Vice Chancellor (Information Services) http://www3.secure.griffith.edu.au/03/events/view.php?eventID=13235 24 March 2010 (24 March 2010) Queensland Conservatorium presents "Lunchtime Concert - Piano".   Further information to come.   Free Admission http://www3.secure.griffith.edu.au/03/events/view.php?eventID=12545 24 March 2010 (24 March 2010) Queensland Conservatorium presents "Queensland Trombone Choir".   This new group of Queensland's best professional trombone players present a concert of works by Susato, Bourgeois, Hassler, Lindberg together with a sizzling arrangement of Frankie and Johnny.   Admission: $15/$10 at the door. http://www3.secure.griffith.edu.au/03/events/view.php?eventID=12546 25 March 2010 (25 March 2010) Queensland Conservatorium presents "Lunchtime Concert - Brass".   More detailed information to come.   Free Admission. http://www3.secure.griffith.edu.au/03/events/view.php?eventID=12547 25 March 2010 (25 March 2010) Executive Director Australian-American Fulbright Commission will host an information session outlining the opportunities available to Honours and PhD candidates, Postgraduate and Postdoctoral researchers, Academic staff, PhD supervisors and Professionals (public/private).  Further information and application forms are available at www.fulbright.com.au http://www3.secure.griffith.edu.au/03/events/view.php?eventID=13194 25 March 2010 (25 March 2010) Queensland Conservatorium presents "Jazz in the Pocket".   Join the talented staff and students of the Queensland Conservatorium in true jazz spirit for Jazz in the Pocket designed for those who want to move as well as those who just like to kick back and listen. It’s about making lovers of Jazz feel right in the pocket, in the rhythm. Enjoy jazz with a casual groove on the Music Lawn at the Parklands, South Bank. This intimate, enclosed space provides a secluded outdoor club dedicated to music-making. Food and drink is also available from Queensland Conservatorium’s Red Note Cafe.   Presented in association with South Bank Corporation. http://www3.secure.griffith.edu.au/03/events/view.php?eventID=13274