Zoo Renewal: White Flight in the Animal Ghetto: Thursday Oct. 1, 7:00 p.m. in Olin 130. Assistant Professor of Art History and Visual Culture Studies Lisa Uddin will host a reading and signing of her new book that discusses American attitudes towards the modern zoo.

First Friday Open Studio: Friday Oct. 2, 6:00 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. at Noodle Grotto Studio, 13 ½ E Main St. Local artist Candace Rose (also the pianist for many of Whitman’s dance classes) hosts a monthly open studio showcasing her work.

Portland Cello Project Performs: Friday Oct. 2, 7:00 p.m., Main Street Studios, 207 W Main St.

Symphony Series Opening Night: Tuesday Oct. 6, 7:00 p.m. at Cordiner Hall. A pre-concert talk will be at 6:00 p.m. in the Reid Campus Center.