Things slow down before reading week, but there’s plenty of winter cheer and music to look forward to.


Monday

Crash Test Dummies: We all love those slow-motion videos of dummies in cars, but what about the science of engineering for safety?  11:00 AM @ Davis Aud, Schapiro.

Tuesday

Columbia Classical Performers: Morningside’s musicians come out of the woodwork to give another splendid concert.  6:30 PM @ Philosophy Lounge.

Thursday

Tree Lighting and Yule Log Ceremony: Columbia’s annual winter traditions are back.  Hot chocolate, shiny lights, and Quigley’s Quaint Countdown.  5:45 PM @ College Walk.

Friday

CUO Fall Concert: Tchaikovsky and Shostakovich- it’s the Columbia University Orchestra, conducted by Jeff Milarsky.  8:00 PM @ Roone.

Saturday

The Material Theater: The Columbia University Players’ final production of the season promises puppets, banjos, and comeuppance.  8:00 PM @ ADP House.