Have you noticed that the second Friday of the month has become a Richland Art Hop night? It's happening again from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, October 10, when the Blue Water Gallery hosts an opening reception for its new exhibit, Stolen Souls. The show, which runs through November 12, features metal work by Pam Nivala, paintings by Michael Dunn, and photography by T. C. Nihart. Music for the festive opening will be provided by DJ Chris Pappas. The Blue Water Gallery is at Clocktower Green, 8860 North 32nd Street, just north of the village of Richland.
And there's more . . .
Don't forget the last few sessions of the Richland Farmers' Market, every Wednesday from 3:30 to 7 p.m. at the Richland Area Community Center, 9400 East CD Avenue. The Market continues on October 15, 22, and 29, when it wraps for the season. The weather may be chillier, but there are plenty of apples, squash, gourds, mum plants, jam, honey, greens, beets, and more.
Speaking of the Community Center, RACC has a great ballroom dance session two Sunday afternoons a month, from 2 to 5 p.m. There's live music by the Swing Masters and lessons available before the dance. You don't need a partner--just come and dance! Admission is $7. Upcoming dates are October 19, November 2 and 16, and December 8 and 22. On Sunday, October 19, you can help to decide what kinds of dance lessons you'd like to see offered at RACC. Come from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a demo of different styles: line dancing, ballroom, Latin, and square dancing. Then cast your vote!
Finally, be sure to make a special note on your Halloween agenda to visit the annual safe trick-or-treat in the village park, sponsored by the Richland Area Business Association.
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Friday, October 3, 2008
Share the Harvest at Kellogg Biological Station
It's supposed to be a cool and crisp fall weekend, so why not spend your Sunday afternoon (1-5) enjoying all the fabulous outdoor and indoor resources of MSU's Kellogg Biological Station? The Bird Sanctuary, the Dairy Center, the Farming Systems Center, Kellogg Forest, and the Manor House will all have great activities and tours--hay rides, milking demos, cider and doughnuts, crafts, pumpkin decorating, duck banding, face painting . . . they've got it all going on. Bring a food item to donate and they'll give you some corn to feed the birds at the Bird Sanctuary. Go here for more info, and then have yourself some fall fun!
Thursday, September 18, 2008
A Chorus Line at the Civic, featuring PAC folk
You'll want to see the Tony and Pulitzer Prize winning musical A Chorus Line at the Civic Theatre downtown, and, when you do, don't miss the Gull Lake connections. Performing Arts Company alumna Stacy Bartell is the props master for this production, and Hannah Homnick plays the role of Tricia. The production opens Friday, September 19, at 8 p.m. and runs through a final matinee performance on Sunday, October 5, a 2 p.m. Check the Civic's website for the full schedule and ticket info!
Monday, September 8, 2008
Whistlestop Barbershop
You're in for a harmonic treat this weekend at the Kalamazoo Barbershop Harmony Society's 67th annual show, Whistlestop Barbershop. Featured performers include the Kalamazoo Barbershop Chorus, under the direction of Gull Lake High School's own vocal music teacher, David Woolf. Also performing will be Wildcard, the 2004 Pioneer District barbershop champion group, and Go4it! You have two opportunities to enjoy this great show: 3 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 13, at the Comstock Community Auditorium. Tickets are $12, only $10 for students and seniors. And there's an afterglow, too ($8). Don't miss this opportunity to hear some of the best voices around!
Kalamazoo Barbershop Chorus is always looking for men who enjoy singing--no experience necessary! Check their website for more info.
Postscript to all Performing Arts Foundation members: Don't forget that we'll be meeting this Thursday, September 11, at 6:30 p.m. at the Richland Area Community Center!
Kalamazoo Barbershop Chorus is always looking for men who enjoy singing--no experience necessary! Check their website for more info.
Postscript to all Performing Arts Foundation members: Don't forget that we'll be meeting this Thursday, September 11, at 6:30 p.m. at the Richland Area Community Center!
Friday, August 29, 2008
Music, music, music
Yes, there's a lot of music around, and now's the time to grab the chance to hear some out in the fresh air, before the air starts getting a little too fresh, if you know what I mean.
Emily Nott and Sarah Denick will be singing and playing at the Richland Farmers' Market on Wednesday, September 3. The Market runs from 3:30 to 7 p.m. at the Richland Area Community Center, 9400 East CD Avenue (that's the post office road), every Wednesday into October. Since September 3 is a first-Wednesday-of-the-month, there's the additional draw of a craft fair along with the Farmers' Market, so it's going to be a fabulous, festive evening.
On Thursday evenings, Clocktower Green, 8860 N. 32nd Street, offers live music in the great outdoors, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. On September 4, the Mossy Mountain Band brings their great bluegrass out here to the countryside.
Remember, folks, it's all free and in the fresh air. Enjoy!
Emily Nott and Sarah Denick will be singing and playing at the Richland Farmers' Market on Wednesday, September 3. The Market runs from 3:30 to 7 p.m. at the Richland Area Community Center, 9400 East CD Avenue (that's the post office road), every Wednesday into October. Since September 3 is a first-Wednesday-of-the-month, there's the additional draw of a craft fair along with the Farmers' Market, so it's going to be a fabulous, festive evening.
On Thursday evenings, Clocktower Green, 8860 N. 32nd Street, offers live music in the great outdoors, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. On September 4, the Mossy Mountain Band brings their great bluegrass out here to the countryside.
Remember, folks, it's all free and in the fresh air. Enjoy!
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Richland Fest and Horse Trials
For the first time, the festival on the village green in Richland has been timed to coincide with the fabulous Richland Park Horse Trials. So prepare to spend your entire weekend outdoors, shuttling between the two.
Richland Fest starts Friday, August 22, as piano bar entertainer Matt Giraud plays from 4 to 7 p.m., followed by the live dance band Montage. On Saturday, August 23, there are kids' games from noon to 5 p.m.--including a bouncy thing, a dunk tank, a petting zoo, bingo, and a climbing wall. From 5 to 6 p.m., there will be a tumbling exhibition by Greater Kalamazoo World of Gymnastics. From 6 to 7, prepare to be amazed by the magic of Alan Smola. And then, from 7 to 11 p.m., Bottoms Up will provide live dance music. Food from the Blackhawk Bar & Grill and Gull Lake View's East Course Grill will be available for purchase. The event is sponsored by RABA, the Richland Area Business Association.
And don't miss the wonderful Richland Park Horse Trials! World-class riders and their world-class horses come from across the country to compete on a top course right here in Richland. There's nothing more fun and exciting to watch . . . and I justify the event's inclusion here by pointing out that there's a lot of art as well as athleticism to riding. Oh, and the horses are beautiful. The event runs Thursday through Sunday, August 21 - 24, at Richland Park, 8651 N. 30th Street in Richland--just south of M-89. Admission and parking is only $10 each day or $15 for the whole weekend, and the proceeds go to benefit the Cheff Center.
Have a great Richland weekend!
Richland Fest starts Friday, August 22, as piano bar entertainer Matt Giraud plays from 4 to 7 p.m., followed by the live dance band Montage. On Saturday, August 23, there are kids' games from noon to 5 p.m.--including a bouncy thing, a dunk tank, a petting zoo, bingo, and a climbing wall. From 5 to 6 p.m., there will be a tumbling exhibition by Greater Kalamazoo World of Gymnastics. From 6 to 7, prepare to be amazed by the magic of Alan Smola. And then, from 7 to 11 p.m., Bottoms Up will provide live dance music. Food from the Blackhawk Bar & Grill and Gull Lake View's East Course Grill will be available for purchase. The event is sponsored by RABA, the Richland Area Business Association.
And don't miss the wonderful Richland Park Horse Trials! World-class riders and their world-class horses come from across the country to compete on a top course right here in Richland. There's nothing more fun and exciting to watch . . . and I justify the event's inclusion here by pointing out that there's a lot of art as well as athleticism to riding. Oh, and the horses are beautiful. The event runs Thursday through Sunday, August 21 - 24, at Richland Park, 8651 N. 30th Street in Richland--just south of M-89. Admission and parking is only $10 each day or $15 for the whole weekend, and the proceeds go to benefit the Cheff Center.
Have a great Richland weekend!
Friday, August 1, 2008
Irish Music and the Wild Life
Outdoors and in, there's plenty of art to enjoy in August!
Start with a free outdoor concert of traditional Irish music by Whiskey Before Breakfast, 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 3, at Kindleberger Park in Parchment. If it happens to rain, the fun will move to Parchment Middle School, 307 N. Riverview.
On Friday, August 8, from 6 to 9 p.m., enjoy the wild life at the opening reception for artists C. J. McAllister and Stephen J. Lawrence. Their work, in oils and watercolor respectively, takes a close-up look at wild animals. The show continues through October 18 at the Little Yellow Frame Shop and Gallery, 8174 N. 32nd Street in Richland.
Make August 8 a complete Richland Art Hop night by visiting the Blue Water Gallery's reception from 6 to 9 p.m. for their Spirit of the Horse show, featuring guest artists Jeri Hollister and Alec Hall and other artists' horse-inspired work. The show runs through September 10 at 8860 N. 32nd Street in Richland.
Start with a free outdoor concert of traditional Irish music by Whiskey Before Breakfast, 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 3, at Kindleberger Park in Parchment. If it happens to rain, the fun will move to Parchment Middle School, 307 N. Riverview.
On Friday, August 8, from 6 to 9 p.m., enjoy the wild life at the opening reception for artists C. J. McAllister and Stephen J. Lawrence. Their work, in oils and watercolor respectively, takes a close-up look at wild animals. The show continues through October 18 at the Little Yellow Frame Shop and Gallery, 8174 N. 32nd Street in Richland.
Make August 8 a complete Richland Art Hop night by visiting the Blue Water Gallery's reception from 6 to 9 p.m. for their Spirit of the Horse show, featuring guest artists Jeri Hollister and Alec Hall and other artists' horse-inspired work. The show runs through September 10 at 8860 N. 32nd Street in Richland.
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