Community Calendar

Again with the dancing and the eating and drinking down in Shakespeare’s Lower Level. Leonard “DUKE” Duke and his Cannons perform selections from hundreds of Jazz, R&B, Rock, Soul, and original music in their repertoire. They do this every other Monday for the enjoyment of a mighty lively group of regulars spending their Social Security checks. Crowded dance floor. Friendly staff. Free Parking. Complimentary popcorn.(!) Often a local musical guest is allowed on stage – who knows who it will be this time? Doors 4pm, Music from 5 until 7.

One morning, a young man boards the Coast Starlight, the long-distance train that runs from Los Angeles to Seattle. He’s got a secret that can land him in terrible trouble, and he has roughly one thousand miles to enlist the help of his fellow travelers – all of whom are reckoning with their own choices in search of a way forward.

Told through a blend of imagined conversations and internal monologues, the play lets us hear what the characters might say if fear and politeness didn’t get in the way. Funny, moving, and deeply human, The Coast Starlight is a story of reinvention—of finding connection in moments that almost pass us by.

One morning, a young man boards the Coast Starlight, the long-distance train that runs from Los Angeles to Seattle. He’s got a secret that can land him in terrible trouble, and he has roughly one thousand miles to enlist the help of his fellow travelers – all of whom are reckoning with their own choices in search of a way forward.

Told through a blend of imagined conversations and internal monologues, the play lets us hear what the characters might say if fear and politeness didn’t get in the way. Funny, moving, and deeply human, The Coast Starlight is a story of reinvention—of finding connection in moments that almost pass us by.

The People Could Fly is a poetic look into the history of Black gathering spaces in Louisville, KY, from the 1960s to mid-2000s. Intimate video portraits reveal the ritual of skating and how roller rinks emerged as sanctuaries for Black culture, joy, and resilience. This short documentary explores the magic conjured by one community as an act of resistance in the face of segregation. Directed by Imani Denison, The People Could Fly was co-produced by POV Shorts on PBS and Chicken & Egg Films. It has a run time of 24 minutes.

All hybrid events will be livestreamed to our YouTube page and can be found under the “Live” tab. Recordings of select past events are available on YouTube as well.

One morning, a young man boards the Coast Starlight, the long-distance train that runs from Los Angeles to Seattle. He’s got a secret that can land him in terrible trouble, and he has roughly one thousand miles to enlist the help of his fellow travelers – all of whom are reckoning with their own choices in search of a way forward.

Told through a blend of imagined conversations and internal monologues, the play lets us hear what the characters might say if fear and politeness didn’t get in the way. Funny, moving, and deeply human, The Coast Starlight is a story of reinvention—of finding connection in moments that almost pass us by.

Silver Maples: Introduction to Recycling with Schupan Sustainability
February 12, 11 am – 1 pm

Audience: Geared for Adults 50+, but all are welcome

Meet: Front desk in the Visitor Center

What really happens to your recycling after you put something in your curbside recycling bin? Does it just end up in the landfill anyway? Is recycling really real? Join an expert from Schupan’s sustainability team to explore the foundations of how the recycling system works in Michigan and the United States. Bring your lunch! We’ll eat together after the program. Part of the Silver Maples Series.

Fee: Member $16, Non-Member $20 Please register.

Come enjoy a hands-on night of art and design! Wander through Taekyeom Lee: Designed, Printed & Fired and see how the artist uses surprising materials and digital tools to create letters, graphics and objects that encourage visitors to explore design through touch, sight, and play. After your gallery visit, make your own artwork inspired by what you discovered. This event is appropriate for all ages.

Please note that this event will not be livestreamed or posted on YouTube.

One morning, a young man boards the Coast Starlight, the long-distance train that runs from Los Angeles to Seattle. He’s got a secret that can land him in terrible trouble, and he has roughly one thousand miles to enlist the help of his fellow travelers – all of whom are reckoning with their own choices in search of a way forward.

Told through a blend of imagined conversations and internal monologues, the play lets us hear what the characters might say if fear and politeness didn’t get in the way. Funny, moving, and deeply human, The Coast Starlight is a story of reinvention—of finding connection in moments that almost pass us by.

Spend a crisp, romantic evening with your loved ones at Wolf Tree Nature Trails!
Lanterns will light your path on a ¾ mile trail, then warm up after hiking with a cup of complementary hot chocolate. This event is open-house style, so come as you please, but the event will end at 8 pm.

Additional info:
♦ Though leashed dogs are normally welcome on the preserve, we ask that you please leave your furry friend at home for this hike.
♦ There are no restrooms at Wolf Tree Nature Trails.

One morning, a young man boards the Coast Starlight, the long-distance train that runs from Los Angeles to Seattle. He’s got a secret that can land him in terrible trouble, and he has roughly one thousand miles to enlist the help of his fellow travelers – all of whom are reckoning with their own choices in search of a way forward.

Told through a blend of imagined conversations and internal monologues, the play lets us hear what the characters might say if fear and politeness didn’t get in the way. Funny, moving, and deeply human, The Coast Starlight is a story of reinvention—of finding connection in moments that almost pass us by.