The Franciscan Center Announces October Lineup
The Franciscan Center of Lourdes University is pleased to announce its October 2015 slate of events. The lineup includes an internship and job fair, awards and anniversary celebrations. Monday, October 5 The Sylvania Franciscan Village offers a Book Discussion with Father Jim Bacik at 5:30 p.m. Father Bacik will review chapter 5 of his latest book Humble Confidence: Spiritual and Pastoral Guidance from Karl Rahner. Tickets are $10 each. For more information, call 419-824-3515. Tuesday, October 6 Lourdes University hosts the annual Toledo Area Catholic College Night from 6:30-9 p.m. Colleges and universities from around the country will be represented. For more information, call 419-885-5291. Thursday, October 8 The Lourdes University Department of Education presents nationally-known educator Jack Berckemeyer at 6 p.m. Mr. Berckemeyer discusses “Harnessing the Power of Community in Education.” The event is free and open to the public. For information, call 419-824-3661. Friday, October 9 Davis College and Lourdes University present a Job and Internship Fair from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. For more information, call 419-824-3704. Saturday, October 10 Toledo Symphony’s “Mozart & More” Series presents Mendelssohn’s “Scottish” at 7:30 p.m. Call 419-246-8000 for tickets and pricing. Tuesday, October 13 Lourdes University offers a Graduate School Open House for its MA in Theology, MBA, MEd, MOL, and MSN programs from 6 to 8 p.m. For more information, call 419-824-3517. Friday, October 16 The Lourdes University Lifelong Learning program presents “Interstate Construction in NW Ohio: How ODOT is Improving our Highway System” with ODOT’s public information officer Theresa Pollick at 10 a.m. At 11:15 a.m., Marilyn Zielinski, technical services manager at the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, discusses “The Toledo Library for Lifelong Learning.” For ticket prices and more information, visit www.lourdes.edu/lifelong. Sunday, October 18 The Toledo-Poznan Alliance presents its 25th Annual Dozynki Dinner at 1 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 567-455-6865. Monday, October 19 The Sylvania Franciscan Village presents “Pope Francis: Reflections on His Visit to the United States” with Father Jim Bacik at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. For more information, call 419-824-3515. Wednesday, October 21 The Lourdes University College of Business & Leadership and Enactus: The Business Club offer “How to Succeed in International Business Without Actually Trying” at 6 p.m. The guest speaker is Paul Vito, vice president of international development at Regional Growth Partnership. The event is free and open to the public. To RSVP and for more information, call 419-517-8887. Sunday, October 25 The Racing for Recovery Race and Awards Ceremony is scheduled at 9 a.m. For more information, visit www.racingforrecovery.org. Sunday, October 25 ProMedica offers its Hospice Memorial Service at 4 p.m. For more information, call 419-824-8840. Wednesday, October 28 ProMedica’s Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders (NICHE) program and the Lourdes University College of Nursing present a “Parent Safety Conference: Focus on Falls” from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The keynote speaker is Dr. Patricia Quigley, associate director of VISN 8 Patient Safety Center of Inquiry. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. This conference is awarded 3.5 contact hours. To register, contact [email protected]. Saturday, October 31 Lourdes University offers a Gray Wolves Softball Reverse Raffle and Silent Auction Fundraiser from 6-10 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person and include dinner by Carrabba’s Italian Grill, cash bar and a DJ. Top prizes include a Smart TV, $250, and a HP Tablet. For more information, contact Softball Coach JoAnn Gordon [email protected].
Press Release Contact Name: Helene Sheets
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Press Release Contact Phone: 419-824-3965
Organization Name: The Franciscan Center of Lourdes University
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