Extended reunion
When artist, photographer and filmmaker Jane Rosemont returned to Lansing last week to attend a reception for her first-ever exhibition of collage art at the Nelson Gallery, there was much rejoicing, …
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517 Day fun across the area code
We’re lucky that our 517 area code translates nicely not only to a date on the calendar, but one of the nicer days in general.
It’s looking like another great 517 Day. Here are a few of the many 517-themed activities to do this weekend.
‘The Shark Is Broken,’ but the movie trudges on
Nobody expected “Jaws” to be a blockbuster, least of all the long-suffering cast and crew, who were at the mercy of a mechanical shark named “Bruce” that didn’t fare well in the salty ocean …
‘Eureka Day’ is a brilliant cautionary tale of liberalism gone too far
Peppermint Creek Theatre Co. closes out its season of shows “based on a true story” with another challenging yet entertaining production, “Eureka Day.” Playwright Jonathan Spector’s biting …
‘Every minute was a joy’
To lovers of classical music, Timothy Muffitt’s 20 years as music director of the Lansing Symphony Orchestra went by in a flash.
But not to him.
“There was no going by in a flash,” …
Sault Ste. Marie writer’s debut novel is a love letter to the U.P.
When Sara Maurer was 8, her calf died. She wrote a poem about it.
“That was the first time I turned to writing to express myself, and I have done so ever since,” said Maurer, who published …
New book dives into history of ‘phenomenal’ Great Lakes ship architect
A prolific Midwestern naval architect, whose steamboats carried passengers who are still alive today, is profiled in the new book, “The Great Lakes Ships of Frank E. Kirby” (Michigan State …
‘The Wonder Bread Years’ brings a dose of nostalgia for baby boomers
For more than 25 years, comedian Pat Hazell — one of the original writers for the long-running sitcom “Seinfeld” — has gracefully walked the line between stand-up and theater with his one-man …
‘Bad Books’ tells both sides of all-too-common standoff
A mother shows up at the town’s public library to berate its librarian for recommending a particular book to her 15-year-old son, Jeremy.
Because she knows what’s best for him, …
Wharton’s 2026-‘27 fine arts season balances familiarity with discovery
No one will pop a quiz, assess your productivity, weigh you, check your cholesterol or otherwise judge your improvement after you attend a fine arts performance at the Wharton Center.
The arts …
517 Day fun across the area code
We’re lucky that our 517 area code translates nicely not only to a date on the calendar, but one of the nicer days in general. It’s looking like another great 517 Day. Here are a few of the many 517-themed activities to do this weekend.
‘The Shark Is Broken,’ but the movie trudges on
Nobody expected “Jaws” to be a blockbuster, least of all the long-suffering cast and crew, who were at the mercy of a mechanical shark named “Bruce” that didn’t fare well in the salty ocean …
‘Eureka Day’ is a brilliant cautionary tale of liberalism gone too far
Peppermint Creek Theatre Co. closes out its season of shows “based on a true story” with another challenging yet entertaining production, “Eureka Day.” Playwright Jonathan Spector’s biting …
‘Every minute was a joy’
To lovers of classical music, Timothy Muffitt’s 20 years as music director of the Lansing Symphony Orchestra went by in a flash. But not to him. “There was no going by in a flash,” …
Sault Ste. Marie writer’s debut novel is a love letter to the U.P.
When Sara Maurer was 8, her calf died. She wrote a poem about it. “That was the first time I turned to writing to express myself, and I have done so ever since,” said Maurer, who published …
New book dives into history of ‘phenomenal’ Great Lakes ship architect
A prolific Midwestern naval architect, whose steamboats carried passengers who are still alive today, is profiled in the new book, “The Great Lakes Ships of Frank E. Kirby” (Michigan State …
‘The Wonder Bread Years’ brings a dose of nostalgia for baby boomers
For more than 25 years, comedian Pat Hazell — one of the original writers for the long-running sitcom “Seinfeld” — has gracefully walked the line between stand-up and theater with his one-man …
‘Bad Books’ tells both sides of all-too-common standoff
A mother shows up at the town’s public library to berate its librarian for recommending a particular book to her 15-year-old son, Jeremy. Because she knows what’s best for him, …
Wharton’s 2026-‘27 fine arts season balances familiarity with discovery
No one will pop a quiz, assess your productivity, weigh you, check your cholesterol or otherwise judge your improvement after you attend a fine arts performance at the Wharton Center. The arts …