Daily Messages

"A Modified Accept-Reject Algorithm for Univariate Densities with Bounded Support" by Professor Carsten Botts, Williams College, today at 1:00 p.m., Bronfman Science Center 106 from Marissa Barschdorf, Mathematics and Statistics

Dept. of Music. The Jupiter String Quartet, "One of the strongest young string quartets in the country" (New York Sun) with Haydn's Quartet in F Minor, opus 20, no. 5; Golijov's "Yiddishbbuk"; and Beethoven's Quartet in E-flat Major, opus 127. Free. Tickets available one hour prior. See http://music.williams.edu/node/1043 from Jenny Dewar, Music Department

For your eyes only. Students are invited to pick up advance tickets at Bernhard Music Center today between the hours of 10:00 and 4:00 in the Main Office (Rm 40). No calls. Just come on over and pick them up. http://music.williams.edu/node/1043 from Jenny Dewar, Music Department

The Williamstown Fire Department has once again reminded us of Massachusetts State Law regarding holiday decorations. These laws are for your protection, and are included under the Board of Fire Prevention 527 CMR: 21. MORE: http://www.williams.edu/messages/show.php?id=11607 from Paul Ethier, VP-Operations Office

Synopsis: While investigating the theft of his Catholic high school's SAT exams, sophomore newspaper reporter Bobby Funke (Reece Thompson) uncovers an even bigger conspiracy(comedy/drama) Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NbXVgSpHK4 Friday at 7:30pm in the Paresky Auditorium (next to Grab N Go) from Carly B. Valenzuela, Purple Valley Films

The Dept. of Music presents a new recital series for the younger audience to introduce them to various kinds of music played by Williams College students. This will include talking about the piece and why the student chose to play his/her instrument. No shhh'ing allowed. http://music.williams.edu/node/1160 from Jenny Dewar, Music Department

November 20 | 8:00 PM | MainStage November 21 | 2:00 PM & 8:00 PM | MainStage $3 For the first time at the '62 Center, these three companies will share the MainStage performing traditional and contemporary dance and music from Africa and the African Diaspora. Guaranteed to be exciting! MORE: http://www.williams.edu/messages/show.php?id=11635 from Willa Simon, Theatre Department

Fashion, Dance Performances, and Raffle Tickets to help build a school in Ghana! Give money to a great cause while watching your friends strut their stuff, seeing some great dance, and winning awesome prizes. MORE: http://www.williams.edu/messages/show.php?id=11643 from Ali E. Mitchell, Spencer Neighborhood

JOIN AASiA TODAY for a talk and discussion headed by Professor Siniawer titled, "From Pokemon to Prius: Japan's New Soft Power?" Feel free to stop by with lunch and whenever today in Paresky 112 from 11:45 to 1:00 p.m.! from Sophia S. Kim, AASiA from Sophia S. Kim, AASiA

Confidential short term counseling is available through The Wellness Corporation for you or anyone in your household struggling with debt, marriage or family problems, anger, alcohol, drugs, or stress/anxiety. Call 800-828-6025 24 hrs/day 7 days/week. from Kris Maloney, Office of Human Resources

Please visit this link for employee discounts offered by vendors throughout the area. http://tinyurl.com/ycr5lrf from Kris Maloney, Office of Human Resources

Come to an information session on Monday, November 23 at 4:00 pm at OCC with Gianna Marzilli Ericson, '04, a Design Strategist at Continuum, to learn about the field of design consulting. If you have an interest in design, business, and/or social sciences you may find our approach particularly interesting. More.... MORE: http://www.williams.edu/messages/show.php?id=11679 from Linda Moran, Career Counseling Office

This Saturday all seniors are welcome at Second Chance in Paresky, 10:00 PM - 2:00 AM. Seniors, bring your Williams ID to enter and driver's license to get drinks. Guests must be escorted in by their senior host. Complimentary beverages, dancing, chillness, music, redemption. from Ethan Timmins-Schiffman, Senior Class

Tonight at 8 in front of Paresky there will be a candlelight vigil for those who have been murdered simply for their gender expression. Senator Benjamin Downing will be joining us to remember and respect their identities, reflecting on the great amount of justice and equality that still waits to be done. from Jonathan R. Schmeling, Queer Student Union

Join the Williams Cheese Club in the Gibson Room, Dodd House tonight from 7:30 - 9PM for a delicious sampling of fine cheeses, served with traditional garnishes. Indulge in your favorite cheese and experience new territory in the world of cheese! from Kevin M. Wandrei, Williams Cheese Club

Wanna learn some fun dance moves and a dance you can show off to your friends at a party? We will teach you how to pop it, drop it, and jerk it! It's a fundraiser so come with $5 handy this Saturday from 3-5:30pm in the Shared Studio of the '62 Center. Can't wait to see you there!! from Nicole O. Shannon, Nuttin But Cuties

Charles C. Mann, author of "1491" will present a talk on Friday, Nov. 20 at 4 pm in L02 Paresky Student Center entitled: The "Pristine Myth" The American Landscape Before Columbus. The talk is sponsored by the depts. of Biology, History, Anthropology, Sociology, CES, Lecture Committee & Phi Beta Kappa Chapter. from Judith Uryniak, Biology Department

Join VISTA in celebrating Hispanic Heritage month with a PARTY!!! We will kick off the night with live music by the band, Viva Quetzal, from 9pm to 11pm. Stick around for a DJ dance party as soon as the live music ends and the night continues. So BE THERE!!! from Claudia R. Corona, VISTA

The JV team will have a practice on Sunday at 7 pm we will meet in Lasell Gymnasium. Players must be cleared by the Williams training staff in order to participate. Please contact Ryan Wiersma with any questions at rsw1@williams.edu. from unknown, JV Men's Basketball

Berkshire Grown and Williams College will host the first annual Indoor Holiday Farmers' Market, Nov 21st, Towne Field House (10 am- 2 pm). Strenghthen our local farming community by purchasing locally grown, healthy, delicious holiday fare. < http://blogs.williams.edu/sustainability/2009/11/19/holiday-farmers-market-on-saturday-november-21/>http://blogs.williams.edu/sustainability/2009/11/19/holiday-farmers-market-on-saturday-november-21/ MORE: http://www.williams.edu/messages/show.php?id=11693 from Stephanie Boyd, Zilkha Ctr-Envrmtl Initiatives

Craving some Thanksgiving food already? Join the Williams Christian Fellowship celebrate Thanksgiving early! The dinner will take place at 6pm in Griffin 4. from Taisha Rodriguez, Williams Christian Fellowship

The Lee Snack Bar will relocate to Mission Park Dining Hall this Saturday, November 21st. The Snack Bar will open at 8:30 pm and close at 1:00am. We will return to Paresky on Sunday Novemebr 22 at 10:00 am for normal business hours. from Carol Luscier, Dining Services

The Physician clinic at the Health Center will be from 1p-3p on Friday 11/20/09 from Ruth Harrison, Department of Health Services

Restaurants will always give you a receipt that shows the credit card charge. However, you MUST also obtain an itemized, detailed receipt that shows the food & beverages that were purchased. If it is not provided at the end of the meal you should ask the waitress/waiter for the receipt listing the food and beverages. MORE: http://www.williams.edu/messages/show.php?id=11698 from Gerry Hyde, Controller's Office