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SUMMARY:OpenSpot Theatre at The Hawk
DESCRIPTION:. OpenSpot Theatre provides accessible theatre experiences for people of all abilities. These sessions will be geared for participants ages eight through adult with a special emphasis benefitting those with developmental disabilities. Through music\, dance\, and acting taught by trained theatre professionals\, participants will explore the therapeutic benefits of theatre. \nFounded in 2012 by Katie Mann and Annie Clark\, OpenSpot Theatre was created with the idea that performing arts should be accessible to all people. The company quickly expanded throughout Southeast Michigan and now provides opportunities across the United States. OpenSpot Theatre’s mission is “to provide a fun\, creative\, and inclusive arts experience that is accessible to all people. Through our rehearsal and performance process\, students will experience personal affirmation\, empowerment\, and build important life skills.” \nThis family-friendly program ends with a free performance for the community in a relaxed and intimate atmosphere in the Performance Studio at The Hawk\, the community center for the City of Farmington Hills. This newly renovated\, ADA compliant building has flexible seating and an intimate ambience. The parking lot is handicapped-accessible and seating is available for individuals requiring the use of a wheelchair. These qualities make the venue a perfect setting for this adaptive theatrical program. \nBeginning February 2\, 2024\, the program will run for six one-hour sessions on Thursday evenings from 6-7PM. Each session is taught by a theatre professional provided by OpenSpot Theatre. \nFunding for this program was provided by Michigan Humanities – Arts and Humanities Touring Grant. Any views\, findings\, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Michigan Humanities or the aforementioned entities
URL:https://www.michiganhumanities.org/event/openspot-theatre-at-the-hawk/
LOCATION:The Hawk – Farmington Hills Community Center\, 29995 W 12 Mile Rd\, Farmington Hills\, MI\, 48334
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SUMMARY:The Evolution of African American Traditional Music
DESCRIPTION:This program and accompanying booklet will be part of Monroe County Library System’s 37th annual\nBlack History Month Blues Series. Concerts and related programs are scheduled during February in\nlibraries throughout Monroe County. A main concert is hosted by Monroe County Community College.\nThe series pays tribute to the contributions of African American artists covering a wide range of blues\nand related styles performed mainly by Michigan artists. \n“The Evolution of African American Traditional Music” explores the impact of black music on the\ndevelopment of America’s musical culture over a period of one hundred years. The presentation also\ndemonstrates how this traditional music provides a unique perspective on the development of African\nAmerican culture. The award-winning \, Rev. Robert Jones has a unique talent for blending music and\nstorytelling in his performances. For this program\, he leads participants on a journey revealing how\npre-Civil War Black music still has relevancy for audiences today. Throughout the program\, Rev. Jones\nwill accompany himself on simple instruments used in the folk music tradition including guitar\, banjo\,\nfiddle\, and harmonica. Members of the audience will have pportunities to speak with and join Rev. Jones\nin song. \nThe program opens with an examination of the slave spiritual and its use of rhythm for working as well\nas a means of secretly communicating information vital for daily survival or making escape\nplans. Folktales and stories from the period are discussed as they provided empowerment and\ndignity for enslaved people. Rev. Jones examines music produced to recruit black soldiers into the Union\nArmy with songs like “We Look Like Men of War.” The presentation moves to the 1870s and the\ndevelopment of the concert spiritual at Fisk University where the choir preserved Black\nspirituals while incorporating European church music. Rev. Jones takes participants into the 20th\ncentury with the birth of the blues by W.C. Handy and the early recordings by women like Mamie Smith\nin the 1920s. The presentation continues showing how the spirituals evolved into blues\, gospel\, jazz and\ncountry. Looking at the 1930s\, he shows how blues music told the story of the Great Depression from\nthe perspective of the African American community. The musical journey continues into the 1940s\npointing out how gospel songs like “Roosevelt\,” performed by black artists like Josh White and Billie\nHolliday\, were used as a form of black activism. The program then examines the music of 1950s where\nblack artists like Arthur “Big Boy” Crudup and Sister Rosetta Tharpe laid the foundations of Rock & Roll\nfor both black and white artists such as Chuck Berry\, Elvis Presley and Bill Haley. Rev. Jones brings the\npresentation into the 1960s demonstrating how Blues music transitioned from being a largely acoustic\nmusical style to becoming a dynamic and electric through artists like Muddy Waters\, Howlin’ Wolf\, and\nDetroit’s own John Lee Hooker. Wrapping up\, he discusses how artists like Sam Cooke built on blues and\ngospel traditions to create music that challenged America’s cultural status quo. These “freedom songs”\nof the 1950s and ‘60s helped to fuel the protests during the Civil Rights Movement in cities across\nAmerica. \nRev. Robert Jones is a 35-year veteran of the Detroit blues scene and a nationally recognized scholar of\nAmerican roots music. He hosted a weekly blues program on WDET Detroit Public Radio and taught\nmusic history as an adjunct instructor at Wayne State University. He is published in the music anthology\nHeaven Was Detroit edited by M.L. Liebler for Wayne State University Press. He has also produced\nprograms for The Henry Ford and Greenfield Village. He was presented with a Distinguished\nService Award by the Wayne County Council for Arts\, History\, and Humanities and was\nnamed a Kresge Fellow for his work and dedication to the Detroit arts community.\nThe program brings value to the library by reinforcing its goal of providing education as well as\nentertainment through its annual celebration of the contributions of African American artists. While\nparticipating artists give background and context to their music performances\, the library also aims to\nfeature programs that more specifically focus on how the music influences America’s culture\nand reflects its historical times. \nThe series has a large and devoted following with many participants attending since the series began in\n1988. By featuring a humanities component\, participants are reminded of the program’s mission of\nexpanding our knowledge and appreciation for an art form that has often been appropriated by popular\nmusic and not given its rightful credit. The program format allows audience participation through\ndiscussion and adding their voices in songs led by the artist. It’s our intention that participants are\nenergized by the program and motivated to continue their own exploration of blues music. \nFunding for this program was provided by Michigan Humanities – Arts and Humanities Touring Grant. Any views\, findings\, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Michigan Humanities or the aforementioned entities.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanities.org/event/the-evolution-of-african-american-traditional-music/
LOCATION:Monroe County Library System\, 840 S. Roessler St.\, Monroe\, MI\, 48161
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SUMMARY:Stop Motion Animation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Alex Thomas and Friends for a fun-filled\, productive workshop on Stop Motion Animation in our very own tiny library. This workshop is 90 minutes and open to 20 participants who will get a hands-on lesson in the creation of stop motion animation. Alex and Jessica Thomas lead this workshop and are so much fun to work with. Don’t miss out. You MUST be registered to attend. All ages are welcome. Non-participating guardians of youth participants do not need to register. \nFunding for this program was provided by Michigan Humanities – Arts and Humanities Touring Grant. Any views\, findings\, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Michigan Humanities or the aforementioned entities
URL:https://www.michiganhumanities.org/event/stop-motion-animation-workshop/
LOCATION:Ray Township Public Library\, 64255 Wolcott Rd\, Ray\, MI\, 48096
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SUMMARY:Firekeeper’s Daughter Book Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Troy Historic Village and Troy Public Library present two free book discussions inside Niles-Barnard House at the Village. Join us for a warm beverage\, a little friendly trivia competition\, and lively group discussion on Firekeeper’s Daughter. Discussion topics are different each time\, so come to one or both of the programs! Coffee and cocoa provided courtesy of Biggby.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanities.org/event/firekeepers-daughter-book-discussion-2/
LOCATION:Troy Historic Village\, 60 W. Wattles Road\, Troy\, MI\, 48098
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240216T203000
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Book with Nathan Wright - Land Back: Our Teachers\, Our Truth\, Our Connection to Mother Earth
DESCRIPTION:Join Indigenous Herbalist and Herbal Lodge Owner Nathan Wright as he discusses our connection to Mother Earth through nature. Have you ever wondered about the strong bond Native Americans have with their land? What is Land Back and why is it so important? Whether you are a gardener\, naturalist\, wild forager\, or herbalist\, this event will deepen your connection to the land and provide a better understanding of the first peoples of this land. Nathan will weave in his experiences as a wild forager\, cold water enthusiast\, and water protector to create a self-awakening experience for you. This class will open your senses to a whole new level and allow you to tap into a connection you never knew existed. So come join us on this journey to discover and honor our connection to Mother Earth. Let Nathan guide you as you learn\, grow\, and respect the land that sustains us all. Learn more about Nathan’s work at https://herballodge.com/. \n\nFunding for this program was provided by Michigan Humanities –Great Michigan Read Grant. Any views\, findings\, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Michigan Humanities or the aforementioned entities.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanities.org/event/beyond-the-book-with-nathan-wright-2/
LOCATION:Troy Historic Village\, 60 W. Wattles Road\, Troy\, MI\, 48098
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Book with Nathan Wright - Anishinabek Herbalism of the Great Lakes
DESCRIPTION:Join Indigenous Herbalist and Herbal Lodge Owner Nathan Wright as he takes us on a journey through the historic use of trees and plants by Indigenous peoples in Michigan. For centuries\, these plants have played a vital role in sustaining and nourishing Indigenous communities throughout the year. Nathan will guide us through each season\, sharing how different plants were used for various purposes such as shelter\, transportation\, and food. We will also learn about the significance of different moons in the Indigenous calendar and how they relate to the use of certain plants. \nIn addition to sharing ancient knowledge\, Nathan will also bring us into the present by discussing how his ancestors’ sustainable and herbal practices could be utilized today as a model\, by choosing to utilize sustainable resources in our everyday lives. He will share insights on growing herbal plants in our own yards and using them to improve our overall well-being. From immune-boosting herbs to pain and nerve-relieving plants\, Nathan will cover a range of topics that can benefit our health. To further enhance our learning experience\, Nathan will provide samples of herbal teas and showcase some of his own herbal products. Learn more about Nathan’s work at https://herballodge.com/. \nFunding for this program was provided by Michigan Humanities – Great Michigan Read Grant. Any views\, findings\, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Michigan Humanities or the aforementioned entities.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanities.org/event/beyond-the-book-with-nathan-wright/
LOCATION:Troy Historic Village\, 60 W. Wattles Road\, Troy\, MI\, 48098
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240217T203000
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SUMMARY:Arts for Life - Music "Mack Sisters"
DESCRIPTION:Tomoko and Yuki are called the “Mack Sisters” They will present a piano program for “4” hands. The Mack Sisters are Steinway artists who have presented concerts around the world. \nFunding for this program was provided by Michigan Humanities – Arts and Humanities Touring Grant. Any views\, findings\, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Michigan Humanities or the aforementioned entities.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanities.org/event/arts-for-life-music-mack-sisters/
LOCATION:Huron Valley Council for the Arts\, 205 W Livingston Rd\, Highland Charter Twp\, MI\, 48357
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240218T203000
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SUMMARY:Cajun Band Feufollet in Concert
DESCRIPTION:This young and vibrant Southwest Louisiana band takes Cajun\, honky-tonk\, and string-band music as their starting point\, and keeps an open mind about where their song craft will lead them. The five members of Feufollet play fiddle\, guitar\, accordion\, upright bass\, and percussion. Many of their songs are in Cajun French\, reflecting their bilingual upbringing in Louisiana. \nThe CAAC manages the 1888 Opera House\, which is owned by the City of Cheboygan\, where it presents a year-round series of performance events. The event by Feufollet advances our mission of bringing to our rural area nationally-recognized musicians who represent the diversity of American folk genres. \nThe Mission of the Cheboygan Area Arts Council is to promote and encourage cultural and educational activities within the Straits Area of Northern Michigan\, and to provide services that stimulate and encourage participation and appreciation of the arts within all segments of the community and to showcase the historic Cheboygan Opera House. \nFunding for this program was provided by Michigan Humanities – Arts and Humanities Touring Grant. Any views\, findings\, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Michigan Humanities or the aforementioned entities
URL:https://www.michiganhumanities.org/event/cajun-band-feufollet-in-concert/
LOCATION:Cheboygan Opera House\, 403 N. Huron St\, Cheboygan\, MI\, 49721
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240225T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240225T173000
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SUMMARY:Sunday Afternoon Live presents Blackthorn
DESCRIPTION:Sunday Afternoon Live is a small outreach group sponsored by First Congregational Church of Battle Creek. Our mission is to enrich the cultural life of the greater Battle Creek Community and to continue the tradition of the church (FCCBC) as a patron of artistic creativity and expression. We endeavor to do this by sponsoring a series of free concerts that present musical artistry that is exciting\, beautiful\, varied and enjoyable. The concerts are presented in the sanctuary of our church\, which possesses great acoustical characteristics that our guest artists appreciate as well as our patrons. The quartet Blackthorn represents the Irish/Celtic genre\, which has been popular with a wide variety of patrons. \nFunding for this program was provided by Michigan Humanities – Arts and Humanities Touring Grant. Any views\, findings\, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Michigan Humanities or the aforementioned entities.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanities.org/event/sunday-afternoon-live-presents-blackthorn/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 145 Capitol Ave NE\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240229T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240229T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T162723
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SUMMARY:Ziibiwing Medicine Wheel Teaching & Craft
DESCRIPTION:Make a megis shell necklace and learn about the medicine wheel. The medicine wheel promotes harmony and balance in our lives. It represents how the Anishinabek see the world as a circle in which everything on this Earth has its place. Learn about the Anishinabe Medicine Wheel\, its components\, and teachings associated with its significance. This Great Michigan Read program is for all ages. \nTo register\, contact: sreinhardt@saginawlibrary.org or call 989-799-9160. \nFunding for the Great Michigan Read program is provided by Michigan Humanities. Any views\, findings\, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Michigan Humanities or the aforementioned entities.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanities.org/event/ziibiwing-medicine-wheel-teaching-craft/
LOCATION:Butman-Fish Branch Library\, 1716 Hancock St\, Saginaw\, MI\, 48602\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240229T183000
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SUMMARY:Follow the Silk Road: Mesopotamia to Michigan
DESCRIPTION:Part of a year-long initiative to share the Chaldean Story\, this forum will explore the roots of the Chaldean entrepreneurial spirit. The event will feature a distinguished panel of entrepreneurs who will share personal stories about the generational influence on their own success.  Adhid Miri\, PhD will provide a historical context and Chaldean News Editor in Chief\, Sarah Kittle will moderate the event. There is no cost to attend\, please register below for a chance to win a limited edition “Made in Nineveh” gift box. \nFunding for the Great Michigan Stories program is provided by Michigan Humanities. Any views\, findings\, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Michigan Humanities or the aforementioned entities.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanities.org/event/follow-the-silk-road-mesopotamia-to-michigan/
LOCATION:Shenandoah Country Club\, 5600 Walnut Lake Rd\, West Bloomfield Township\, MI\, 48323
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