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Monday, March 2, 2015

What's Up?

Stirring drama, elevated dining and a leisurely cruise into synth-pop

Posted By Dan Nailen on Mon, Mar 2, 2015 at 10:05 AM

Perhaps you're high on the afterglow of Alton Brown's packed appearance in Spokane on Sunday, or still trying to shake the gloom of Gonzaga's men's basketball loss on Monday. Either way, time to get a new week off and rolling in style. We suggest a cruise through our event listings and Staff Picks for some inspiration.

Here are some highlights for Monday, March 2:

THEATER | Gonzaga is hosting a production of My Name is Rachel Corrie, a play about the Washington student who was killed in Palestine in 2003 while there to protest the destruction of Palestinian homes. Following the play, her parents will be part of a group discussion.

FOOD & DRINK | Jeremy Hanson is getting warmed up for his appearance cooking at the James Beard House by delivering a practice round called Elevation tonight at Santé, the proceeds of which will help defray the cost of his team traveling to New York.

LIVE BANDS | Synth-pop duo Leisure Cruise is touring in support of their self-titled debut, stopping by The Bartlett tonight for a dance party that seems an ideal way to greet a new month and new week. Here's a taste of what's in store: