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Black History Month Lecture this Thursday, February 26 at 7:00 p.m.
 
Idlewild: The Music
 
WSCC professor of music Daniel Meyers discusses the music, the entertainers and the artists that changed the American popular music culture.  He will discuss how the music and the entertainers of early Idlewild would have significant impacts on the culture in general.

The lectures are free and open to the public; donations are welcome.
Family Activities Day this Saturday, February 28 in Conjunction with Patricia Polacco Exhibit.
Polacco Families are invited to a free activities afternoon centered around the exhibit of Patricia Polacco's delightful children's illustrations from her book, "My Ol' Man."

From 12-4 on Saturday, February 28, parents and kids can participate in a read-aloud, make-it-take-it table with a book-binding activity and enjoy yummy Thunder cake, as well as the coloring contest entries and local young authors' and illustrators' work on exhibit.

This is the last week of the exhibit, which was organized by the Muskegon Museum of Art. The exhibition and tour are underwritten by the Verizon Foundation's Check Into Literacy program.
Jazz It Up Was Very Hot!!!!
Despite yet another dumping of snow, the Ludington Area Arts Council's second annual "Jazz It Up" winter fundraiser at PM Steamers on Saturday, February 21 was a hot night.

Because of the generosity of the many people who braved the elements to come out and support the arts council, the event netted $6,000 for operations and programming at the Center for the Arts.

The brainchild of arts council board member Ted Malt, this year's event featured a live performance from the MSU Jazz Octet 1, under the direction of nationally renowned saxophonist Diego Rivera.  The eight musicians in the octet, plus one vocalist, who hail from various parts of Michigan, Chicago, Washington, D.C., and even Japan, kept the place jumping all evening.  PM Steamers generously donated the never-ending supply of delectable hors d'oeuvres. 

Earlier in the day, 65 students from around the area attended a free performance and clinics given by the octet.
Check out video coverage of the octet's performance at the Center and questions from the students attending.
Film Screening of
"Barn Red"
Saturday, February 28 at 3:00 p.m.

Barn Red

Traverse City-based filmmaker Rich Brauer directed this film which stars Ernest Borgnine
as a farmer who digs in his heels when a greedy developer makes a play for his land after acquiring adjoining parcels. It would make sense for Bolini to accept the offer, given his precarious tax situation, but in his eyes, giving in would be akin to selling his soul. With the help of Lydia (Kimberly Norris-Guerrero), a Native American who's worked his land, Bolini fights for the right to keep his property intact.

The screening is free (though donations are welcome) and open to the public. 

The film will also screen at the Scottville Library on Sunday, March 1 at 1:00 p.m.
Other things to do at the Center:

Kindermusik logoClasses every other Saturday.  Email or call Melinda at 231-631-7751 for details.

Upstream from Red BridgeSaturday, March 7
The Art of Self-Renewal
A one-day workshop with Judith from 10-3.  Click here for details and to register.
Exhibit and Business Hours at the Center:

Wednesday-Saturday 12-6

Have questions or want more information about programs, membership, or how to make a donation?
Website: www.ludingtonartscouncil.org
Email us: info@ludingonartscouncil.org.
Call us:  231-845-2787