Fettuccine Forum May 2010

Boise's "pink flamingos" are the icons of bad taste that tell historical stories about who we are and what we've become.  On May 6, on First Thursday at the Fettuccine Forum, Todd Shallat unveils his top ten list of the gaudy and pretentious-of things so distinctly Boise that they've become emblematic.  Their pretensions cross the line from trash to treasure.  Shallat will ask the forum audience to select the top pink flamingo that captures the truth of its times. The evening promises to be fun and spirited!

Todd Shallat directs the Center for Idaho History and Politics at Boise State University.  A Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon University, he writes about the history of technology and the environment.  His Idaho writings include Ethnic Landmarksand Secrets of the Magic Valley.  In 2002, the Council for the Advancement of Higher Education named Shallat "Idaho Professor of the Year."

The Fettuccine Forum is a free public lecture series on six First Thursdays throughout the academic year.  Bring a friend and join us! 

When and Where:

• May 6, 2010:  Doors open at 5:00 p.m. and the presentation begins at 5:30 p.m.
• Rose Room, in downtown Boise's historic Union Block, 718 W. Idaho Street
• Free appetizers; fettuccine will be available for $6, catered by Life's Kitchen  
• Beverages, for a cost, are provided by Jo's Traveling Bar

The Fettuccine Forum is produced by the Boise City Department of Arts & History in conjunction with Boise State University (College of Social Sciences and Public Affairs).  The May forum is sponsored by TAG Historical Research & Consulting.  Lively and informal, the monthly event invites the public to interact with politicians, artists, historians, activists, advocates and professionals in an effort to promote good citizenship and responsible growth through education.

A companion workshop May 6-8 "Historic Preservation" taught by Todd Shallat will be offered for graduate and undergraduate credit.  Register at www.broncoweb.edu (1 credit, undergraduate or graduate) for more information contact nancytacke@boisestate.edu

This ends the 2009-2010 Fettuccine Forums.  Thanks for a great season and we will see you again in the fall!