Notre Dame women's soccer College Cup semifinal vs. Ohio State
Where: Watch on ESPN2 or ESPNU
When: Friday, 4 p.m.
The Irish make their school-record fifth consecutive trip to the College Cup
A Carroll Christmas
Where: Far Quad
When: Friday, 6 p.m.
A great way to kick off Christmas on campus as well as an excuse to make the trek out to Far Quad. Events include a Christmas tree lighting, a performance by the Notre Dame Glee Club, a Christmas carol karaoke session, pictures with Santa, and a Christmas cookie contest at 8. Numerous Christmas refreshments will be available. Guests are encouraged to bring a toy that will be donated to Toys for Tots.
Tig Notaro comedy act
Where: Legends Nightclub
When: Friday, 10 p.m.
How much: Free to all ND/SMC/HCC students
An alum of both Last Comic Standing and The Sarah Silverman Program, the Mississippi-native Tig Notaro brings Southern humor — with a twist — to Legends.
Blue and Gold Track Meet
Where: Loftus Sports Center
When: Friday, 6 p.m.
How much: Free for all ND/SMC/HCC students
Notre Dame's Track and Field team starts off the winter indoor season against Marquette University, DePaul University and the University of Detroit Mercy. This track meet is also a food drive, so bring canned goods and non-perishable items!
Ice Skating
Where: JACC rink
When: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays when there is no home hockey game from 12 to 1 p.m.
How much: Free admission, skate rentals for $3
Bring your own skates or rent some for an alternative to lunch break
Playing for Peace: Peace Rally and 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
Where: Joyce Center
When: Saturday, games start at 9 a.m.; rally at 12 p.m.
How much: Attendance and participation is free, t-shirts will be $5
Join the tournament or attend the rally to raise awareness of the conflict in Sudan. Speakers include: coaches Mike Brey from men's basketball and Kevin Corrigan from men's lacrosse; Ed Bona, a Sudanese native who was the first African to play Div. I basketball; Joe Touomou, a Cameroon native and former captain of Georgetown's basketball team — and possibly even University President Emeritus Theodore Hesburgh.
"The Best Christmas Pageant Ever"
Where: Washington Hall Lab Theatre
When: Saturday, 4 and 7 p.m. Sunday, 4 p.m.
How much: Free
Based on the book by Barbara Robinson, "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" follows the story of a couple who cast the most awful kids in town in their Christmas pageant. Hilarity and Christmas cheer ensue!
Times New Viking
Where: Legends Nightclub
When: Saturday, 10 p.m.
How much: Free to all ND/SMC/HCC students
This indie-rock band hails from Columbus, Ohio, and has performed at Pitchfork Music Festival.
Notre Dame women's basketball vs. Purdue
Where:Purcell Pavillion at the JACC
When: Sunday, 2 p.m.
How much: Free for students
Intrastate match-up between the No. 16 Irish and the Boilers. Notre Dame beat Purdue to win the NCAA championship ten years ago — is the grudge still on?
A Kodachrome Christmas
Where: Decio Theatre in DPAC
When: Dec 9-10, 7 p.m.; Dec 11, 7:30 p.m.; Dec 12, 2 p.m.
How much: $15 for students
This scripted comedy show follows performer Earlene Hoople as she attempts to host a Christmas show for access cable in front of a live audience.
The Undertones Christmas Concert
Where: Washington Hall Main Stage
When: Dec. 10, 8 p.m.
How much: $5, available at LaFortune Box Office
Kick off study days (and study day nights) with Christmas crooning
Notre Dame men's basketball vs. Gonzaga
Where: Purcell Pavilion at Joyce Center
When: Dec. 11, 8:30 p.m.
How much: $15 - $40, individual tickets available at (574)-631-7356 or http://und.com/tickets/nd-tickets-m-baskbl.html
Support our basketball team next Saturday in their game against Gonzaga. Take a break from studying, go with a group of friends, and cheer for the Fighting Irish in what promises to be a great game!
Notre Dame hockey vs. Northern Michigan
Where: JACC rink
When: Dec. 11, 7:05 p.m.; Dec. 12, 4:05 p.m.
How much: Limited tickets, free to all ND/SMC/HCC students
Watch the Irish take the ice on Saturday and Sunday next weekend against the Northern Michigan. Cheer them on as they try to make another run to the Frozen Four.
