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TMFN: GET A WAY TRIPS

These events are organized for students but faculty and staff are welcome to join in.

Friday, August 24
S'Mores and More Beach Bonfire @ Portuguese Beach; Vans leave @5:30 p.m. from the flagpole

Portuguese Beach, one of the seventeen long and sandy beaches that make Sonoma Coast State Beach one of California's most scenic attractions, is the setting for this relaxing evening. Sit beneath a blanket of endless stars, warmed by the presence of your peers before a large bonfire listening to the inspiring calm of the ocean's waves crashing against the shore.

Saturday, August 25
Trip to the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco, featuring Tezuka: The Marvel of Manga; Vans leave at 9:30 a.m. from in front of Police Services; $5 w/ Student ID

150,000 pages of manga. 70 anime TV & feature-length productions. Two explosive elements of Japanese pop culture. One visionary: Tezuka Osamu. Regarded in Japan as "The God of Comics," Tezuka Osamu is an icon in the world of manga (Japanese comics).  See the art that started an international phenomenon and discover why manga is more than just your Sunday funny pages.

Yoshitoshi's Strange Tales: Woodblock Prints from Edo to Meiji

Features a hundred prints by Taiso Yoshitoshi (1839-1892). Sometimes considered ancestors of modern manga, woodblock prints were known as ukiyo-e, pictures of the "floating world" of entertainment.

Sunday, August 26
Church Tours with Intervarsity Christian Fellowship @ 10 a.m.; Vineyard - for more info contact Kevin at kevinfinkbiner@gmail.com

Saturday, September 1
Hike on the Coast with Outdoor Pursuits! @Pomo Canyon to Shell Beach - vans leave @11am from the flagpole

A truly unrivaled introduction to the diversity of Sonoma County's landscape, this day hike is a mere 45 minutes from campus! Beginning under a hulking canopy of ancient redwoods, the trail ascends to sweeping panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, and a clear view of shell beach, which awaits you below for a group lunch spot.

Jelly Belly Factory Trip @ 11 a.m.; FREE - Sign up at the Zinfandel Service Desk

Everybody loves Jelly Bellys, but not everyone knows how and where they are made. It's a fun and free Saturday afternoon complete with free samples.

Movie Matinee Trip @ Noon; Meet in front of Police Services to determine film times and carpooling; $4 - must sign-up at the Zinfandel Service Desk to attend.

At $4 you can't go wrong joining us for this trip! We'll be meeting in the Zinfandel Quad at Noon to determine the movie, carpooling etc... We hope you'll join us! Call 664-2804 for more info.

Sunday, September 2
Shopping Trip @ Noon; Meet in front of Police Services

Forget something at home? Just want to get out and see Rohnert park? Come on along as we tour the area and shop til we drop. Sign up at the Zinfandel Service Desk. FREE

Scandia Mini Golf Trip - Meet at 4 p.m. in front of Police Services to carpool. $4 must sign-up at the Zinfandel Service Desk to attend

This trip will be limited in numbers, so sign-up early at the Zinfandel Service Desk. Prizes for the highest (and lowest) scores!

Monday, September 3 - Labor Day - No Classes
IKEA Shopping Trip @ 11 a.m. - sign-up at the Zinfandel Service Desk; Meet in front of Police Services

Need something from IKEA? Well then, here's your chance. You rest and leave the driving to us, as we head to IKEA!

Day Hike with Mike @ Point Reyes - leave @ 9 a.m. from in front of Police Services

Thursday,  September 6
SF Theatre Trip to see Mamma Mia - vans leave @5pm from in front of Police Services; 8pm showtime - $20/ticket

Calling all ABBA fans! Come join us as we go to San Francisco to see this energetic and entertaining show based on the music of ABBA.. Sign-up today at the Zinfandel Service Desk, tickets are limited to 50. Call 664-2804 for more info.

FREE Bowling Night @ 10 p.m. ; Double Decker Lanes - Bring SSU ID

Get there early folks, this always sells out! Be sure to bring your SSU I.D. to get in FREE.

Saturday, September 8
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom Trip - vans leave at 9am from in front of Police Services - $20

From Vertical Velocity to Kong to Roar to Medusa, the Looney Tunes Seaport and the Batman Water Spectacular, this day will prove to be fun for everyone. These tickets are more than half off the regular ticket prices. Space is limited, so sign-up today at the Zinfandel Service Desk. Call 664-2804 for more info.

Harvest for the Hungry Garden Service Trip with JUMP @9:00am - 12pm; meet at the flagpole, lunch included

Come join us as we help out at a local garden with an amazing purpose - to grow organic fruits and vegetables for the homeless. Students will be gardening, weeding, planting, and harvesting. Lunch provided. To sign up, please contact Campus-Wide Events at the JUMP Office at 664-4277. The event is limited to the first 15 students who sign-up.

Sunday, September 9
Laguna de Santa Rosa Cleanup with JUMP @ 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.; meet at the flagpole, lunch included

Spend the day restoring our local creek.  Students will be removing non-native plants, weeding and mulching, and preparing the creek for native restoration. Must wear closed toed shoes and pants as we will be working along the creek with heavy and sharp tools; Lunch provided. To sign up, please contact Project Earth at the JUMP Office at 664-4277. The event is limited to the first 20 students who sign-up.

Shopping Trip @ Noon; Meet in front of Police Services

Forget something at home? Just want to get out and see Rohnert park? Come on along as we tour the area and shop til we drop. Sign up at the Zinfandel Service Desk. FREE

Monday, September 10
JUMP Redwood Empire Foodbank Trip @ 5:15-8 p.m.; JUMP Office

Join JUMP as we go to the local foodbank to sort and package food for distribution to the county‚s homeless population.  Your service helps the foodbank provide food to over 49,000 people in Sonoma County each month.

Saturday, September 15
California Coastal Clean-Up @8:30 a.m.; meet at the flagpole - FREE

You are invited to attend the largest premier volunteer event focused on the marine environment in the country. Each year, more than 50,000 volunteers turn out to over 700 cleanup sites statewide to conduct what has been hailed by the Guinness Book of Records as "the largest garbage collection" (1993). Come join JUMP as we take care of our fragile marine environment by cleaning up our local beaches.Lunch provided.Call the JUMP office at 664-4277 to sign up for this great day at the beach!

Mandatory Club Chartering and Training Meeting from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

For more information contact the CSLIS at ocl.student@sonoma.edu

Latino/Hispanic Student/Faculty/Staff BBQ @ 2-5 p.m.; M Section Park

Free Food provided along with Music, Activities. EVERYONE is welcome!

Sunday, September 16
Shopping Trip @ Noon; Meet in front of Police Services

Forget something at home? Just want to get out and see Rohnert park? Come on along as we tour the area and shop til we drop. Sign up at the Zinfandel Service Desk. FREE

Oakland As v. Texas Rangers - 1:05 p.m. gametime; - vans leave at 11 a.m. from in front of Police Services - $20

Come join us as we cheer the As on to a victory over the Texas Rangers! We have limited amounts of tickets available for this trip so sign up soon. The trip includes a van ride to and from the game. Space is limited to 25. Sign up at the Zinfandel Service Desk. Call 664-2804 for more info.

Friday, September 21
Outdoor Pursuits Mindful Men Backpacking Trip (thru Sept. 22 ) $120 - call 664-DIRT for more info or to sign-up

Discover the wilderness within yourself. This all male trip will ask relevant questions like: what does it mean to be a man in today's world? Immersed in the high country of Tuolumne Meadows, you can expect elements of backpacking, off trail hiking, writing exercises and meditation.

24th Annual Leadership Retreat (thru 23rd )

A Must Do! This annual 3-day emerging leaders program provides an introduction to leadership opportunities, skill building, teamwork, meeting new friends and other student leaders at SSU. Contact the CSLIS at 664-4323 for more information.

Saturday, September 22
Alcatraz Island Tour - vans leave at 11am from in front of Police Services - $18

Sunday, September 23
Shopping Trip @ Noon; Meet in front of Police Services

Forget something at home? Just want to get out and see Rohnert park? Come on along as we tour the area and shop til we drop. Sign up at the Zinfandel Service Desk. FREE

Tuesday, September 25
ASP Nooner, Featuring: The Dimes @ Noon; SF Giants v. San Diego Padres Baseball Game - $18 - gametime @7:15pm - vans will leave at 4:30 p.m. from in front of Police Services.

Come join us as we cheer the Giants on to a victory over the Padres! We have limited amounts of bleacher tickets available for this trip so sign up soon. The trip includes a van ride to and from the game. Space is limited to 50. Sign up at the Zinfandel Service Desk. Call 664-2804 for more info.

Friday, September 28
Outdoor Pursuits Backpacking Granite Chief (thru Sept. 30) $120 - call 664-DIRT for more info or to sign-up

Backpacking in this wilderness area will include technical hiking, encompassing advanced 3rd class terrain. Situated in the Sierra high country; smaller and less crowded than Desolation Wilderness, Granite Chief's pristine natural beauty offer a uniquely primitive recreation experience and an experiential learning opportunity you wont soon forget.

Saturday, September 29
Outdoor Purtsuits Backpacking Armstrong Trip (thru Oct. 1) - $50 - call 664-DIRT for more info and to sign-up. Outdoor Pursuits Hike Half Dome at Night (thru Oct. 1st) $90 - call 664-DIRT for more info or to sign-up

Half Dome is perhaps Yosemite Valley's most distinct feature. It stands 5000 feet above the valley floor, and provides magnificent views of engulfing wilderness. The trail scales a thousand steps up the misty side of Vernal Falls and meanders around the great Nevada Falls. The dome itself is not easily attained. Hikers must hoist themselves up cables and slats of wood fastened to the granite giant, before enjoying the grandeur of summit elevation. This trip appeals to the nature buff, the photographer and the exercise enthusiast alike.

Black Student, Staff and Faculty BBQ; @2- 5 p.m.; M Section Park

Free food provided along with Music, Activities. EVERYONE is welcome!

Sunday, September 30
Shopping Trip @Noon; Meet in front of Police Services

Forget something at home? Just want to get out and see Rohnert park? Come on along as we tour the area and shop til we drop. Sign up at the Zinfandel Service Desk. FREE

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