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CAB series
1-2-3 Thursdays
Free movie fridays
The Cellar, Cartwright Center
7 p.m. showing Graff Main Hall Auditorium
Thursdays | 6 p.m.
Join CAB the first, second and third Thursday of each month in The Cellar for 1, 2, 3 Thursdays where we provide Local Talent, Open Mic Nights, Game Nights, Craft Nights and various other events like Comedians and Acoustic Artists to liven up The Cellar. Co-Sponsored with University Centers and University Dining
first friday | Every month
On the first Friday of every month CAB shows a free movie. Often times it is a movie that has just left the theatres and is not yet out on DVD. If you want to vote on what movies are coming to campus, join us at a CAB meeting on Tuesday’s at 5 p.m. in 259 Cartwright Center! Everyone welcome, ALWAYS!
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For accommodations necessary to experience CAB events, please contact the CAB office at 608.785.8873.
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UW-L student prices only valid with current ID (one ticket per ID). See the Campus Map (above) for all locations: • Valhalla is located in Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition (14). • The Cellar is located in the lower level of Cartwright Center (14). • REC is Recreational Eagle Center (30) on Farwell Street. • Centennial Hall (15) is located southwest of the Hoeschler Clocktower (23).
tickets
Buy tickets (tickets go on sale at least two weeks prior to day of the show): 1. At the UW-L Cartwright Center Information Counter (hours: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. | weekend hours: noon until event) 2. Over the phone by credit card at 608.785.8877 3. online https://www.efoliotickets.com/FolioProd/Events.aspx?VId=37 * All ticket prices go up on the day of show. | tickets not needed for free events.
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event schedule Date
Event
Time Venue
ticket price
Spring SEMESTEr UW-L student General Public 1/29/2015 Pete Lee (Comedian)
7:30 PM Valhalla
Free
Free
1/30/2015
Chris Jones (Hypnotist)
7:30 PM Valhalla
Free
Free
2/4/2015
Kyshona Armstrong (musician)
7:30 PM
Valhalla
Free
Free
2/5/2015
1,2,3 Thursday: Craft Night
6 PM
Cellar
Free
Free
2/6/2015
Free Movie Friday: The Hunger Games
7 PM
Graff-Auditorium Free
Free
2/10/2015
Kyla Lacey (Spoken word)
7:30 PM
Valhalla
Free
Free
2/12/2015
Kat McDowell (Musician)
6 PM
Cellar
Free
Free
2/19/2015
1,2,3 Thursday: Game Night
6 PM
Cellar
Free
Free
3/3/2015
Midwest Dueling Pianos
7:30 PM Valhalla
Free
Free
3/5/2015
1,2,3 Thursday: Open Mic
6 PM
Cellar
Free
Free
3/6/2015
Free Movie Friday
7 PM
Graff-Auditorium Free
Free
3/12/2015
1,2,3 Thursday: Game Night
6 PM
Cellar
Free
Free
3/26/2015
1,2,3 Thursday: Middle Ground
6 PM
Cellar
Free
Free
3/26/2015
Free Hockey Game
6:30 PM
Onalaska
Free
Free
4/2/2015
1,2,3 Thursday: Craft Night
6 PM
Cellar
Free
Free
4/8/2015
Many Moccasins
7:30
Valhalla
$2*
$5*
4/9/2015
1,2,3 Thursday: Adelee & Gentry
6 PM
Cellar
Free
Free
4/10/2015
Free Movie Friday: American Sniper
7 PM
Graff-Auditorium Free
Free
4/15/2015
The Cover Drive (Band)
7:30 PM
Valhalla
Free
Free
4/16/2015
1,2,3 Thursday: ATP Open Mic
6 PM
Cellar
Free
Free
4/24/2015
30for30 Broke
6 PM & 9 PM
Graff-Auditorium
Free
Free
5/1/2015
Free Movie Friday
7 PM
Graff-Auditorium Free
Free
5/7/2015
1,2,3 Thursday: Local Talent
6 PM
Cellar
Free
TICKETS ARE NOT NECESSARY FOR FREE EVENTS! *Tickets double in price on the day of event
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january
pete lee january 29
Thursday | 7:30 p.m. | FREE Valhalla, Cartwright Center
This Wisconsin native can tell you all about the struggles of being from the Cheese State and living in New York. After his now-wife made him move to Manhattan, he found success in his craft. He was selected to perform at the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal where he was voted a standout performer. He finished as a semi-finalist on the competition Last Comic Standing on NBC and even had a Comedy Central half hour special. Check out what everyone else is finding out: this comedian is a must see!
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january/february Chris jones january 30
Friday | 7:30 p.m. | Free Valhalla, Cartwright Center
This year we are welcoming back one of our favorite UW-La Crosse graduates for a third time. While at UW-La Crosse he was a Resident Assistant that loved to entertain his residents with magic. From there he discovered his love of hypnotism and decided to make it a career. Come to the show and soon he will be one of your favorite alums too!
kyshona Armstrong february 4
Wednesday | 7:30 p.m. | Free Valhalla, Cartwright Center
While we know that this singer has an amazing voice, she wasn’t always so sure. She started off in music with the piano. Throughout her years she learned to play several other instruments, finally settling on the guitar as her instrument of choice. Thankfully, she found her voice and is willing to share it with us. Check out this soulful singer who has been compared to Dionne Ferris! Co-sponsored with Inclusion & Diversity and Diversity Dialogues
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1-2-3 Thursdays: Craft Night february 5
Thursday | 6 p.m. | Free The Cellar, Cartwright Center
Have you been pinning all of the crafts that you find on PinterestÂŽ but never actually making any use of them? Well, here is your chance! Come to the Cellar for dinner and make a craft for free. Some crafts that have been done in the past are pin boards, mason jars, valentines, and picture frames. Make sure you check out what we are creating next!
Free Movie friday The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 1 february 6
Friday | 7 p.m. | Free Graff Main Hall Auditorium
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On the first Friday of every month CAB shows a free movie. Often times, it is a movie that has just left the theatres and is not yet out on DVD. If you want to vote on what movies are coming to campus, join us at a CAB meeting on Tuesday’s at 5PM in 259 Cartwright Center! Everyone welcome, ALWAYS!
kyla lacey february 10
Tuesday | 7:30 p.m. | FREE Valhalla, Cartwright Center
This talented spoken word artist is a must see, but if you don’t believe usjust look at all of the awards she has won and been nominated for! She was APCA’s Poet of the Year, Best Female Artist by Campus Activities Magazine, and a finalist in the largest regional poetry slam in the country in 2012. Her poems are thought provoking and will both inspire you and uplift you.
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1-2-3 Thursdays: kat mcdowell february 12
Thursday | 6 p.m. | FREE The Cellar, Cartwright Center
Kat McDowell was born in Japan and raised in New Zealand. She decided to go back to Japan for college and try to make it as a musician. While the change didn’t happen overnight, she accomplished what
she set out to do. Her first full-length album went to number one on Japan’s vinyl charts and sold out of copies within two days! Additionally, she could be seen on TV commercials, performing in festivals like
the Summer Sonic Festival, and opening for Switchfoot. Now she is trying to spread her music throughout the world, 2014 being her first time performing in the United States.
Co-Sponsored with University Dining
1-2-3 Thursdays: game Night february 19
Thursday | 6 p.m. | Free The Cellar, Cartwright Center
Compete with some friends or against them to become the champion of the night. You may even receive something more than bragging rights. Games we have played in the past: BINGO, trivia, Family Feud and Minute to Win It tournaments.
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march
midwest duelling pianos march 3
Tuesday | 7:30 p.m. | FREE Valhalla, Cartwright Center
This show is guaranteed to keep you entertained. Two pianos and performers are on stage dueling it out to see which performer is better. Meanwhile, audience members are welcome to bring up any song suggestion for the pianists to play. This interactive show will have you singing, laughing, and maybe even dancing!
1-2-3 Thursdays: open mic night march 5
Thursday | 6 p.m. | Free The Cellar, Cartwright Center
Check out the talent at UWLa Crosse during our Open Mic Night while you eat dinner. Several performers will make their way on stage with different talents. You may see singers, rappers, instrumentalists, comedians, slam poets, and more. If you would like to participate in future Open Mic Nights, email CAB at cab@uwlax.edu or let a CAB member know at an event.
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Free Movie friday movie tba march 6
Friday | 7 p.m. | Free Graff Main Hall Auditorium
On the first Friday of every month CAB shows a free movie. Often times, it is a movie that has just left the theatres and is not yet out on DVD. If you want to vote on what movies are coming to campus, join us at a CAB meeting on Tuesday’s at 5PM in 259 Cartwright Center! Everyone welcome, ALWAYS!
1-2-3 Thursdays: game Night march 12
Thursday | 6 p.m. | Free The Cellar, Cartwright Center
Compete with some friends or against them to become the champion of the night. You may even receive something more than bragging rights. Games we have played in the past: BINGO, trivia, Family Feud and Minute to Win It tournaments.
Free Hockey Game Coulee Region chill vs brookings blizzard
march 26
Thursday | Bus leaves @ 6:30 p.m. Free w/ Student ID Call Office of Residence Life with questions: 608.785.8075. 12
Sponsored by UW-L CAB, Office of Residence Life, and Coulee Region Chill
march/april
1-2-3 thursdays: Middle Ground march 26
Thursday | 6 p.m. | FREE The Cellar, Cartwright Center This Milwaukee band has managed to accomplish a lot in a short amount of time. Joe Neary only started playing the guitar and writing songs in 2010. They’ve won Milwaukee’s 2014 Best New Artist of the Year and had been nominated for Best Solo Artist by Radio Milwaukee. They have also been selected to showcase at the Beloit International Film Festival, Yellow Phone Music Conference, Beloit College Folk and Blues Festival, and several APCA Conferences. They were finalists in Chicago’s House of Blues opening for Andy Grammar.
1-2-3 Thursdays: Craft Night april 2
Thursday | 6 p.m. | Free The Cellar, Cartwright Center
Have you been pinning all of the crafts that you find on Pinterest® but never actually making any use of them? Well, here is your chance! Come to the Cellar for dinner and make a craft for free. Some crafts that have been done in the past are pin boards, mason jars, valentines, and picture frames. Make sure you check out what we are creating next!
Co-Sponsored with University Dining
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Many Moccasins april 8
Wednesday | 7:30 p.m. $2* Students | $5* All Others Valhalla, Cartwright Center Performing for over 14 years, the Many Moccasins Dance Troupe, based out of Winnebago, Nebraska, will share with us the stories of Native American dance. Named from the concept that all tribal nations have their own unique way of making moccasins, and with a number of tribes
represented, you will surely embrace the unique culture shared in this evening performance. A combination of new and more contemporary dances will be showcased as the Many Moccasins Dance Troupe promote and educate us about the beautiful Native American way of life.
*Tickets double in price the day of the event
Free Movie friday: American Sniper
1-2-3 thursdays: adelee & Gentry april 9
Thursday | 6 p.m. | FREE The Cellar, Cartwright Center This singing duo was featured in Billboard’s column The 615 and applauded by The Examiner. They got their start by working with LeAnn Rimes’ session player, Jason Webb. Music then helped both of them with different things. Gentry was forced to overcome some of her shyness and Adelee learned to love writing. Co-Sponsored with University Dining
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april 10
Friday | 7 p.m. | Free Graff Main Hall Auditorium
Navy SEAL sniper Chris Kyle’s pinpoint accuracy saves countless lives on the battlefield and turns him into a legend. Back home to his wife and kids after four tours of duty, however, Chris finds that it is the war he can’t leave behind.
1-2-3 Thursdays: ATP OPEN MIC NIGHT
the cover drive april 15
Wednesday | 7:30 p.m. | FREE Valhalla, Cartwright Center
If you are looking for a band that has an infectious energy, we have found the perfect one! This Barbados band will make you want to dance to every song in their repertoire. They were the opening act for Rihanna’s Loud Tour and were featured in the Barbados Tourism Authority. Liven up your week with this rambunctious crew!
april 16
Thursday | 6 p.m. | Free The Cellar, Cartwright Center
Check out the talent at UW-La Crosse during our Open Mic Night while you eat dinner. Several performers will make their way on stage with different talents. You may see singers, rappers, instrumentalists, comedians, slam poets, and more. If you would like to participate in future Open Mic Nights, email CAB at cab@uwlax. edu or let a CAB member know at an event. Co-Sponsored by Awareness Through Performance
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30for30 broke april 24
Friday | 6 & 9 p.m. | FREE Graff Main Hall Auditorium
More money, more problems. Broke digs into the psychology of men whose competitive nature carried them to victory on the field yet seemed to ruin them off the field. According to a 2009 Sports Illustrated article, 60 percent of former NBA players are broke within five years of retirement. By the time they Co-Sponsored by It Make$ Cents!
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have been retired for two years, 78% of former NFL players have gone bankrupt or are under financial stress. Sucked into bad investments, stalked by freeloaders, saddled with medical problems, and naturally prone to showing off, many pro athletes get shocked by harsh economic realities after years of living the high life.
April/may Madhatters april 24
Friday | 7:30 p.m. | Free Recreational Eagle Center( REC)
Back by popular demand, the UW-Madison Madhatters will perform at the Relay for Life event this year! Come pack the house, support a worthy cause, and be swept off your feet with these a-cappalla guys from just down the street. Madhatters start at 7:30 p.m., with Relay for Life event starting at 6 p.m. The show is free, but we hope you will consider making a donation to Relay for Life.
Free Movie friday movie tba may 1
Friday | 7 p.m. | Free Graff Main Hall Auditorium
On the first Friday of every month CAB shows a free movie. Often times, it is a movie that has just left the theatres and is not yet out on DVD. If you want to vote on what movies are coming to campus, join us at a CAB meeting on Tuesdays at 5 p.m. in 259 Cartwright Center! Everyone welcome, ALWAYS!
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Thursday | 6 p.m. | Free The Cellar, Cartwright Center
Have you ever wondered what kind of local talent there is? Here is your chance to find out! This is an opportunity for people to showcase several different types of talent; but for this event one person or group gets the stage for an entire hour. 17
contact info Mission:
We believe in providing educational and entertaining events to the La Crosse campus and community. We hope to challenge individual thought through performing arts and lectures, evoke laughter and fun through comedians and special events and be inclusive to all walks of life. The programming process of CAB provides growth and leadership development to any student who chooses to participate.
Acknowledgements:
Campus Activities Board would like to thank everyone in the past who has attended events and those attending our events this year. We also appreciate the support of the Student Association, the Office of Residence Life, all campus departments and organizations, and community members and businesses. Also, a special thanks to University Centers for their continued support in making it all possible.
President:
Julia Curtis
Vice-President:
Tram Tran
Public Relations:
Andreux Comstock
Event Coordinators:
Aaron Bartz Anna Dinnen Jenna Dokken Ketura Luginbuhl Leah Martin Maleah Mumm
Join CAB!
Everyone welcome. Always.
All students are encouraged to get involved in CAB. CAB members gain valuable experience in selecting, contracting, planning and promoting events. Meetings are every Tuesday from 5-6 p.m., in 259 Cartwright Center.
Contact Information Cartwright Center, lower level in Org Zone Julia Curtis, CAB president Phone: 608.785.8873 email: cab@uwlax.edu CONTACT OUR ADVISERS: Drea Higgins 608.785.8906 Graduate Advisers: Stephanie Falch 608.785.8366 Klinton Blair 608.785.8366 CAB on social media sites: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uwlcab Twitter: https://twitter.com/UWL_CAB Instagram: http://instagram.com/uwlcab
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