Dates / Times: Friday, Aug. 19 - 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 20 - 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Guelph Turfgrass Institute Cost:  Free The Guelph Turfgrass Institute and the Department of Plant Agriculture at the University of Guelph are pleased to invite the public to the 2016 Trial Garden open house

In today's digital world, we all carry mini computers and cameras in our back pockets, giving us the power to capture, edit and share what we see. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, come out to this smartphone photography workshop and snap some great shots of the natural world. Time: 7 p.m. Location: J.C.

Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, you will gain knowledge, taste incredible wines and spirits, and receive a highly-respected and internationally-recognized certification. The course instructor is one of Canada’s top sommeliers. The Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Certification Level 1 Award in Spirits begins Oct. 2; the Level 1 Award in Wines begins

Mechanical engineering professor Akram Abdul-Latif from the University of Paris 8 presents a seminar on "Grain size impact on the elasto-plastic behaviour of heterogeneous metallic polycrystalline materials." All are welcome. Refreshments will be provided. Time: noon Location: Richards Building, Room 3504

Drop in and take a 10-minute tour of the library. Besides books, we have comfy study spaces, Starbucks, programs to help you get a head start on academic work, and lots of people who can help you with research, writing, studying and technology. Tours begin every 15 minutes. Time: Sept. 6 from 1 to 5

Is there a better way to celebrate your first week of university than with a free photo from a photo booth? We don't think so. Come to the library for your free photo and also get the chance to have your library questions answered. Location: McLaughlin Library, first floor

This two-day Writing Tune-up: Grammar series is open to graduate and undergraduate students, faculty and staff at the University of Guelph and members of the Guelph community. Although you can attend either day, it is recommended that you start with Day 1. Date: Sept. 10 and 11 Time: 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Location: McLaughlin

Nominations to the University of Guelph Senate open Sept. 8 and will be accepted until Sept. 16 at 3 p.m. By-elections will be held from Sept. 26 to 30 (ballots will be sent via Gryph Mail). Visit the University Secretariat’s website for more information and nomination forms.

Location:  Gordon and McGilvray Sts. Date: Tuesday, Sept. 14 Time: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Cyclists enter a safety zone in the bike lane and are greeted by an officer who quickly inspects their bicycle for Highway Traffic Act required safety equipment. If the cyclist is missing something (most times there is no sounding device,

The Thursday at Noon Concert Series resumes Sept. 15 with a performance by David Virelles, a New York City-based Cuban pianist, featuring a selection of his compositions. Doors open at 11:45 a.m. Virelles is also performing at other venues during the Guelph Jazz Festival. Time: noon Location: Mackinnon 107

The Art Gallery of Guelph (AGG) presents three exhibitions: Mondes bricolés (Aug. 23 to Oct. 30); Blood, Sweat and Tears (Sept. 15 to Dec. 18); and Greg Denton: Hours (Sept. 15 to Dec. 18). The opening reception will take place Sept. 15 at 7 p.m. at AGG. Location: Art Gallery of Guelph

This panel discussion will feature Prof. Paul Hamilton, Political Science, Brock University; Prof. Graeme Morton, History, University of Guelph; and Prof. Edward Koning, Political Science, University of Guelph. The moderator is Prof. Tamara Small, Political Science, University of Guelph. Location: MacKinnon Building, Room 226