Friday, May 2
BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS
“Travel Portfolio” exhibition reception
May Poetter Gallery
342 Bull St.
Come out to see work produced by students in the travel portfolio class. They just got back to the states from Argentina and Peru with new work and a fresh perspective from the urban bustle of Buenos Aires and the stunning slopes of Machu Picchu. 5 p.m.
Saturday, May 3
W-WILD AND CRAZY KIDS
Whitewater rafting
Weston House
231 W. Boundary St.
For a mere $60, you can feel the wind hit your face on the rapids of the Oconee River. It may be “Deliverance” country, but it’s a great ride. Contact SCAD athletics for more information. 6 a.m.
Sunday, May 4
WOOF
Doggie Carnival
Forsyth Park
Between Park and Gaston streets at Whitaker
SOS is spending all day in the park to hang out with these precious pooches. Maybe you can find it in your heart to show some lovin’ and bring your own dogs for the carnival. Volunteering to man a booth is good karma. Noon
Monday, May 5
THE ABSURD FOLLOWS
“Graphic Humor” lecture by illustrator and graphic designer Manuel Junco
Poetter Hall
342 Bull St.
The Spanish illustrator is paying us a special visit to demonstrate his expertise in absurd humor in illustration and design. He is a published designer, author and university vice president. Come share in his outrageous knowledge. 7 p.m.
Tuesday, May 6
BRIEFLY VISIBLE
Invisible Children Inc. Benefit: Savannah Arts Academy
Sentient Bean
13 E. Park Ave.
The children of war torn Uganda are getting a helping hand from the students of the Savannah Arts Academy. The students will be selling artwork to benefit children who sorely need help. 6 p.m.
Wednesday, May 7
BONES
Illustration and printmaking lecture by visiting artist Barry Moser
Student Center
120 Montgomery St.
From Lewis Carroll to, reputedly, the word of God as written by the prophets in the Bible, Barry Moser has some distinguished works under his belt. This lecture will focus on his expertise as a printmaker for literature. 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 8
WE ALL NEED SOME HEALIN’
SCAD performing arts department presents “Violet” by Jeanine Tesori and Brian Crawley
Lucas Theater
32 Abercorn St.
SCAD students put on their version of the runaway musical hit. The show tunes are infused with gospel and rock that propels the story of a young woman’s search for healing. 8 p.m.