Community Calendar

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 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.

What do you see in your city? “Last Stop on Market Street,” a Caldecott Honor book, and winner of the 2016 Newberry Medal, follows curious CJ on a bus ride with his loving grandmother on a rainy day. Accompanied by a special ensemble of trumpet, cello, clarinet, trombone, and percussion from the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra, this story shares what CJ sees with music describing the people and places along the way. Written by Matt de la Peña and illustrated by Christian Robinson, this ode to kindness, empathy, and imagination is brought to life by the KSO ensemble, as part of their Musical Storybooks series.

Join us on a journey through the KIA’s permanent collection, discovering pieces that reflect real life and others that stretch the boundaries of imagination.

Please note that this event will not be livestreamed or posted on YouTube.
Take a Wonder Walk through the galleries! The walk will include close looking at a few artworks as well as gallery games and activities. This is a great way to introduce your little one to art and the museum. Wonder Walks is for children 2-4 years old (but all are welcome) and is free with the cost of admission. Caregivers must stay with their children at all times. Preregistration is encouraged. Adults, remember to register your children!

PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR SPECIFIC SHOW DATES AND TIMES

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.

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 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.

What do you see in your city? “Last Stop on Market Street,” a Caldecott Honor book, and winner of the 2016 Newberry Medal, follows curious CJ on a bus ride with his loving grandmother on a rainy day. Accompanied by a special ensemble of trumpet, cello, clarinet, trombone, and percussion from the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra, this story shares what CJ sees with music describing the people and places along the way. Written by Matt de la Peña and illustrated by Christian Robinson, this ode to kindness, empathy, and imagination is brought to life by the KSO ensemble, as part of their Musical Storybooks series.

PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR SPECIFIC SHOW DATES AND TIMES

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).