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.

Arts Alive is pleased to announce our next gallery show of 2025, “Savor the Flavor.” This show is open to any member of the public and all mediums are accepted.

Artists can interpret each gallery theme in any way they see fit. All ages are welcome to submit artwork. Enter up to 3 pieces per show at $5 per piece. Pieces may be submitted at the Tibbits Administration Office (93 W Chicago St. Coldwater, MI) Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. Pieces must be ready to display or hang. PLEASE USE HANGING WIRE because tooth hangers or anything other than hanging wire is not compatible with our system. Sculptures and all other mediums accepted. Please do not submit artwork that contains nudity. Arts Alive has the right to refuse entries. The submission deadline for this show is July 8, 2025 at 5pm and the show will hang July 9-September 1, 2025 in the Tibbits Opera House Art Gallery.

This isn’t your grandma’s fairy tale! Hold onto your crowns because, with six dwarves missing and a royal attitude, Snow White takes the stage alongside Dwarf Four (the one no one ever remembers). Expect a zany game of dress-up and plenty of “who’s who” confusion as the two actors hilariously juggle characters and uncover the true story behind the fairytale.

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Meet Seymour, a floral assistant with big dreams who discovers a peculiar plant he names "Audrey II." This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises fame and fortune in exchange for... BLOOD. As Seymour becomes entangled in a web of dark desires, he uncovers Audrey II's sinister origins and its plan for world domination. With a doo-wop score that’ll have you humming and a plot that spirals into outrageous hilarity, this cult classic proves that when you mix ambition with a plant that sings and eats people, the results are absolutely to die for!

Tibbits Opera House is partnering with the Coldwater Community Center to offer a pre-show dinner for the July 19th performance. Join your friends for dinner (alcoholic beverages included) and dessert at 5:30pm at the Coldwater Community Center, decorated according to the theme of the play, and then group seating at the theatre. Dinner and ticket price is $83.

Students interested in all things theatre, both on stage AND off are encouraged to attend one or both sessions of the week-long summer workshop that will explore all aspects of theatre.

The ACTING sessions are split into two: A morning session is available to students grades 7-12* while the afternoon session is available to students grades 3-6*. Students will hone their acting skills. Through acting games and collaboration exercises students will learn to be comfortable on stage before quickly transferring into ‘rehearsal’ mode to work on the workshop’s performance showcase.

Additionally, the exciting afternoon session for students in grades 7-12* explores TECHNICAL THEATRE and the world of theatrical design. Whether exploring lighting, prop, set, or sound design, the sessions will give a well-rounded, hands-on technical education where students will work on becoming the crew for the performance showcase (when they’re not performing, if they are doing both sessions).

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.

Arts Alive is pleased to announce our next gallery show of 2025, “Savor the Flavor.” This show is open to any member of the public and all mediums are accepted.

Artists can interpret each gallery theme in any way they see fit. All ages are welcome to submit artwork. Enter up to 3 pieces per show at $5 per piece. Pieces may be submitted at the Tibbits Administration Office (93 W Chicago St. Coldwater, MI) Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. Pieces must be ready to display or hang. PLEASE USE HANGING WIRE because tooth hangers or anything other than hanging wire is not compatible with our system. Sculptures and all other mediums accepted. Please do not submit artwork that contains nudity. Arts Alive has the right to refuse entries. The submission deadline for this show is July 8, 2025 at 5pm and the show will hang July 9-September 1, 2025 in the Tibbits Opera House Art Gallery.

Saturday, July 19, 9:30 am – Noon

Join Lea Sevigny of Joyful Wildcrafting for this hands-on workshop. Learn to identify, harvest, and prepare wild ingredients to make a concentrated root beer syrup. When mixed with carbonated water, this syrup creates a delicious root beer soda. Participants will enjoy root beer floats with syrup created together in class and will have the confidence to be able to recreate the syrup at home. Part of the Returning and Reskilling at DeLano Homestead Series: NatureCenter.org/Returning

Fee: $10.50/Member, $15/Non-Member. Registration required. Audience: Adults & Teens Meet: KNC Camp, lower level

This isn’t your grandma’s fairy tale! Hold onto your crowns because, with six dwarves missing and a royal attitude, Snow White takes the stage alongside Dwarf Four (the one no one ever remembers). Expect a zany game of dress-up and plenty of “who’s who” confusion as the two actors hilariously juggle characters and uncover the true story behind the fairytale.

You’re invited to a fun-filled day! This special family-oriented event will feature exciting activities, outstanding exhibits, fun games, and much more. Whether you’re a long-time KIA enthusiast or a first-time visitor, this event will provide something for everyone in the family to enjoy.

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