Community Calendar

This Saturday, take a step back in time. Visit Pears Mill, an 1857 water-powered mill. Located in Buchanan, Michigan’s downtown Historic District. The mill is adjacent to Buchanan Farmers Market. Pears Mill is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through Labor Day. There is no charge.

This Saturday, take a step back in time. Visit Pears Mill, an 1857 water-powered mill. Located in Buchanan, Michigan’s downtown Historic District. The mill is adjacent to Buchanan Farmers Market. Pears Mill is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through Labor Day. There is no charge.

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When Sheila and her friends decide to build the ultimate summer fort, they end up attracting the attention of a fancy coyote. Suddenly, they’re zooming through a desert where cacti can talk, howling councils meet, and hilariously strange creatures have the wildest ideas about saving the planet. Will they save the day or just end up in a prickly situation?

Enjoy free admission and extended hours until 8pm on Thursdays. Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program and the Efroymson Family Fund.

Looking for a space to share your music, poetry, or spoken word? Or just want to enjoy a night of local talent, creativity, and community? Summer Jams is a three-part summer series at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA), designed to bring people together through live performances and artistic expression.

Each night will feature a rotating lineup of independent artists, emerging musicians, and spoken word performers, showcasing the diverse rhythms, genres, and voices that shape our community. Whether you’re stepping up to the mic or simply here to enjoy the show, this is a space to connect, inspire, and celebrate creativity.

Stay tuned for more details on performers and how to get involved. Bring your friends, grab a seat, and experience an evening filled with music, poetry, and storytelling.

Interested in performing? More details coming soon.

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

This Saturday, take a step back in time. Visit Pears Mill, an 1857 water-powered mill. Located in Buchanan, Michigan’s downtown Historic District. The mill is adjacent to Buchanan Farmers Market. Pears Mill is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through Labor Day. There is no charge.

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When Sheila and her friends decide to build the ultimate summer fort, they end up attracting the attention of a fancy coyote. Suddenly, they’re zooming through a desert where cacti can talk, howling councils meet, and hilariously strange creatures have the wildest ideas about saving the planet. Will they save the day or just end up in a prickly situation?

Grand Rapids symphonic rock group, St. Sinner Orchestra, celebrates the release of One Long Year with a June 27 album release concert. They will be joined by local music luminary David Molinari.

One Long Year is a concept album that follows a protagonist through a year that starts full of hope and new love, and slowly devolves as the months go by. Each song gives a further glimpse into this character’s interior life. This, their third album, was recorded by Joel Ferguson at Plant Sunday Studios and includes guest appearances by The Accidentals and Ryn Tarsy.

In Friday’s concert, composer/frontman Greg Scheer will be joined by bass, drums, and a ten-piece string orchestra drawn from all walks of life, from teachers to members of the Grand Rapids Symphony. You can expect to hear old favorites, a brand new song, and One Long Year in its entirety. You can also look for collaborations between the musicians of St. Sinner and David Molinari’s band.

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Three acting legends return to the stage where it all began. Frankie Hart, Eddie Ford, and Kay Byrd first lit up the historic Barton Playhouse three decades ago, and their journey has taken them from Topeka to the Poconos, dazzling audiences with everything from Shakespeare to side-splitting antics. Now, in Act Three of their lives, they’re back at the theatre that started it all, headlining the most successful residency in Barton Playhouse history with their hilarious act, “Frankie, Eddie, and Kay.” But amidst the laughter, cracks are beginning to show. Can they overcome the friction brewing behind the punchlines, or will their friendship implode? Dive into this uproarious and heartfelt exploration of aging, friendship, and the unexpected twists that come with returning home. Don’t miss the world premiere of Act Three at Tibbits—will their past bring them closer, or tear them apart once and for all?

Friday, June 27, 9:00 – 11:30 pm

Experience the magic of a prairie at dusk on KNC’s first annual Firefly Hike! Stroll along the broad, winding trail through the prairie on a unique adventure that highlights the wonder of the natural world and shows why protecting our prairies can keep the sparkle in our summer nights. Red light flashlights will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Please note: regular white-light flashlights are not permitted, as they can disturb the fireflies.

Parking is limited. Please consider carpooling. Come anytime between 9:00-11:00pm.

Advance tickets required, no drop ins.

Fee: $10/Member Adult, $5/Member child, $15/Non-Member Adult, $8/Non-Member child. Registration required

Audience: All Ages | Meet: Emma Pitcher Prairie at KNC Camp