Looking for something to do this week? From adventure films to Hawaiian steel guitar, here's a roundup of options to help you get off the couch and out into the world.
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"More Data, More Science and Moore's Law"
with Kathy Yelick
First up is a talk called "More Data, More Science and Moore's Law" from Kathy Yelick, associate lab director for computing sciences at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Yelick is also a professor of electrical engineering and computer science at UC Berkeley, and her research spans programming languages, compilers, parallel algorithms and automatic performance tuning.
Founded in 2008, the CITRIS Research Exchange offers "fresh perspectives on information technology and society" from a variety of academic, industry and civic leaders.
When: Wednesday, March 6, 12-1 p.m.
Where: Banatao Auditorium, 310 Sutardja Dai Hall, 2594 Hearst Ave.
Admission: Free
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Ahmed Abu Artema, Gaza Great March of Return
Next, the Middle East Children's Alliance and The American Friends Service Committee presents Ahmed Abu Artema, a Palestinian journalist and refugee and one of the founding organizers of the "Gaza Great March of Return."
Artema will speak about his experiences, his "vision for a just and lasting peace" in the region and the future of nonviolent actions in Palestine. He will be joined by Chicago-based activist and scholar Jehad Abusalim.
When: Thursday, March 7, 7-10 p.m.
Where: St. John’s Presbyterian Church, 2727 College Ave.
Admission: $15 (Supporter); $25 (Change Maker); $50 (Champion)
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Women's Adventure Film Tour at Sports Basement Berkeley
Celebrate International Women's Day this Friday with eight short films showcasing "the fantastic women around us who are doing extraordinary things," write the organizers.
The Women's Adventure Film Tour will be screened at three Bay Area Sports Basement locations, including Berkeley, Sunnyvale and the Presidio San Francisco. The films highlight "real stories about women from a variety of cultures and sports around the world."
When: Friday, March 8, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Sports Basement Berkeley, 2727 Milvia St.
Admission: $5
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Bobby Black - "Moonlight in Hawaii"
Finally, notable steel guitarist Bobby Black headlines Moonlight in Hawaii, an evening of Hawaiian steel guitar, hapa-haole classics and hula dances. Black's expansive career includes collaborations with Hank Williams, George Jones, Jim Reeves and New Riders of the Purple Sage, among others.
Backed by an assortment of special guest musicians, vocalists and hula dancers, Black will be playing an array of classics and some of his most favorite Hawaiian songs. Kicking off the evening is Bay Area-based Hawaiian band, Haopinaka.
When: Saturday, March 9, 8-11 p.m.
Where: The Back Room, 1984 Bonita Ave.
Admission: $15 (GA Advance Ticket)
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