Feeling bored and are wondering what things are going on this week? Stay up to date on current events and view things to attend in your free time. Here are the best happenings this week. Remember, when going out to in-person events, wear a mask and social distance to keep yourself and others safe.
Mindfulness Drop-in
Time: 12:30—1:30 p.m.
Date: March 23
Place: Online event
Price: Free
Drop what you are doing for an hour and move closer to reality. During this mindfulness session, students will be able to slow down and be in the moment, away from deadlines, work and life. As the second half of the semester begins, it is important to prioritize mental health. Meditation can be a great outlet to ground yourself and destress. To participate, email [email protected] for the Zoom link.
The Body Project
Time: 5:30—6:30 p.m.
Date: March 23
Place: Online event
Price: Free
At the body project, the four-week series will give people the resources to love their bodies, challenge stigmas and become an advocate for themselves. This event is the third part of their four workshops. Prioritize self-care and learn about positive self-image.
Register for the workshop by emailing [email protected].
https://www.uidaho.edu/current-students/vandal-health-education/events/eating-disorder
Crafternoon: Decoupage Plates
Time: 1—3 p.m.
Date: March 26
Place: Women’s Center
Price: Free
Decoupage, decorating items with cutouts and varnishing, is a fun craft that personalizes anything. Hang out with the Women’s Center and add your own personal flair to a plate to take home. All are welcome with or without crafting experience, and supplies are provided.
Plant the Palouse: Volunteer Day
Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Date: March 27
Place: Palouse Conservation District
Price: Free
Do your part and give back to the community. Join Palouse Conservation District and others around the area to improve local streams and promote better water quality. Volunteers will help plant native trees and shrubs along Palouse’s streams to help the ecosystem. Get your hands dirty while making the community more sustainable.
https://www.givepulse.com/event/212793-Plant-the-Palouse
Quilt Show
Time: Varying shop hours
Date: March 30—April 1
Place: Prichard Gallery, Chairman’s Challenge and One World Cafe
Price: Free
Take out the fabric, thread your needles and get quilting! The first quilt show challenge, out of two, will begin next week. The theme is a Janet Freitag Challenge and will consist of flower quilts. Though the Palouse Patchers Quilt Show, normally held in-person, is canceled, works will be displayed throughout town. Stop by the Prichard Art Gallery, Chairman’s Challenge or One World Cafe to see what quilters have been up to.
Emily Pearce can be reached at arg-life@uidaho.edu or on Twitter @Emily_A_Pearce