March Event Calendar

March 4

Wine Down Wednesdays
Enjoy live music and half off select glasses and bottles of wine in the Webster’s Lounge, located in the Radisson Plaza. 5 p.m.- 11 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, visit http://www.webstersrestaurant.com


March 5

Ladies' Night Out and Fashion Show
6:30 pm at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
Runway show with the latest spring fashions, plus fashion-related art from local artists.
For more information, call 269-349-7775 or visit http://www.kiarts.org.

Craft Couture: Spin A Yarn
6:30 pm at Kalamazoo Public Library
Learn how to make a lovely handmade scarf – no sewing or knitting experience required! You will be amazed! There is no cost to attend this event. Call 269-553-7880 for more information.

City Of Kalamazoo Planning Commission Meeting
7 pm at City Hall, Commission Chambers.
Come to the City of Kalamazoo Planning Commission Meeting and see what's happening in your city!

Music at the Museum: Whiskey Before Breakfast
7:30 pm at Kalamazoo Valley Museum
Traditional Irish music concert. Admission is $5. http://www.kalamazoomuseum.org

Sins of Kalamazoo
8pm at Whole Art Studio
The Sins of Kalamazoo is inspired by Carl Sandburg's poem of the same name. Characters include historical figures such as Titus Bronson and Caroline Bartlett Crane who interact with the other characters as they weave their stories through time in small town America. Admission is $10. http://www.wholeart.org

Choral Concert
8 pm at Stetson Chapel
Directed by Jim Turnerm, admission is free. http://www.kzoo.edu/music

Mr. Marmalade
8 pm at Epic Theatre
Four-year-old Lucy's imaginary friend Mr. Marmalade doesn't have much time for her in this dark comedy. $20 General, $14 Seniors & $10 Students with ID. http://www.wholeart.org

Brunette Quintette
This Vocal Jazz talent from WMU will play on the Union's stage at 8pm


March 6

Art Hop
5 p.m. – 9 p.m. throughout Downtown Kalamazoo.
Downtown March Art Hop will feature a tribute to 50 years of Motown. The Kalamazoo Valley Museum will unveil their Velvelette's exhibit. The Velvelettes were a 60s female vocal group founded in 1961 by sisters Carolyn and Millie Gill with cousins Bertha Barbee-McNEal and Norma Barbee (both from Flint, MI) on the Western Michigan University campus, where they were students. Art Hop will celebrate Motown with music and decorations and a real tribute to the music that Michigan is so proud to be a part of. Admission is free. For more information, call 269-388-2830.

Raining Cats and Dogs
5 - 9 pm at West Michigan Glass Society, 436 N. Park St
Watch glass artists make cat and dog glass art in our Hot Shop and Flame Shop. The SPCA of SW MI will be on hand with valuable information and pets in need of homes. Admission is free. http://www.wmglass.org

Kalamazoo Wings vs. Flint
7:30 pm at Wings Stadium. For ticket information, visit http://www.kwings.com.

Irish Comedy Tour
8 pm at State Theatre
An adult-only show featuring Irish comics Derek Richards, Jim Paquette & Pat Godwin. Tickets are $24.50. http://www.kazoostate.com

Kalamazoo College Symphonic Band Concert
8 pm at Dalton Theatre. Admission is free. For more information, call 269-337-7070.

Mr. Marmalade
8 pm at Epic Theatre
Four-year-old Lucy's imaginary friend Mr. Marmalade doesn't have much time for her in this dark comedy. $20 General, $14 Seniors & $10 Students with ID. http://www.wholeart.org

Sins of Kalamazoo
8pm at Whole Art Studio
The Sins of Kalamazoo is inspired by Carl Sandburg's poem of the same name. Characters include historical figures such as Titus Bronson and Caroline Bartlett Crane who interact with the other characters as they weave their stories through time in small town America. Admission is $10. http://www.wholeart.org

The Glass Menagerie
8:30 pm at New Vic Theatre
Tennessee Williams' drama about a family living in a world of their own.
Visit http://www.newvictheatre.org for ticket information.

Brunette Quintette
This Vocal Jazz talent from WMU will play on the Union's stage at 9pm


March 7

Jenifer Strauss, Storyteller
10 am & 1 pm at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum
Stories come alive as the audience participates in the telling. Cost is $3 per person.
http://www.kalamazoomuseum.org

Maple Sugar Tours
1 & 3 pm at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
Learn the science behind delicious Michigan Maple Syrup. Dress appropriately to hike outdoors. This even is free with Regular KNC admission. For more information, visit http://www.NatureCenter.org.

GLAMA Jam
2 - 6 pm at Kalamazoo Nature Center
Swing Guitar Workshop with Mark Sahlgren, host of "Grassroots" radio show on WMUK. For more information, visit http://www.NatureCenter.org.

Kalamazoo Wings vs. Fort Wayne
7:30 pm at Wings Stadium. For ticket information, visit http://www.kwings.com.

2009 34th Stulberg International String Competition
Dorothy U. Dalton Center
"Experience exciting performances by aspiring young musicians." Semifinals 9 am-4 pm. Finals 7:30 pm-9 pm. Admission is free. For more information, call (269) 343-2776.

Mr. Marmalade
8 pm at Epic Theatre
Four-year-old Lucy's imaginary friend Mr. Marmalade doesn't have much time for her in this dark comedy. $20 General, $14 Seniors & $10 Students with ID. http://www.wholeart.org

Sins of Kalamazoo
8pm at Whole Art Studio
The Sins of Kalamazoo is inspired by Carl Sandburg's poem of the same name. Characters include historical figures such as Titus Bronson and Caroline Bartlett Crane who interact with the other characters as they weave their stories through time in small town America. Admission is $10. http://www.wholeart.org

ZoSo - The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience
8 pm at State Theatre.
Admission is $17. Visit http://www.kazoostate.com for details.

The Glass Menagerie
8:30 pm at New Vic Theatre
Tennessee Williams' drama about a family living in a world of their own.
Visit http://www.newvictheatre.org for ticket information.

WMU School of Music
Playing on the Union's stage at 9pm


March 8

Sunday History Series: "Meet the Velvelettes"
1:30 pm at Kalamazoo Valley Museum
The original members of the Velvelettes talk about their experiences and career.
This event is free. http://www.kalamazoomuseum.org

Pioneer Maple Sugaring
2 - 4 pm at Kalamazoo Nature Center DeLano Homestead
Help collect some sap, talk with experienced sugar makers, and observe the process of boiling sap into sweet syrup. This event is free with Regular KNC admission. For more information, visit http://www.NatureCenter.org.

Wellspring’s Dance Day
2 – 3 p.m. at Wellspring Theater at the Epic Center
Join us for Dance Day, our annual family event designed for dancers and non-dancers of all ages. Enjoy a performance by Wellspring company members, try a mini-dance class and sign up for spring classes (scholarships available). Dance Day is free fun for the whole family! http://www.wellspringdance.org


March 9

Open Mic Night
10 pm at Harvey’s on the Mall


March 10

Story Corner
10 am at Kalamazoo Nature Center
Children can actively listen to stories about our natural world. Everyone will get involved with hand rhymes, sound effects, puppets, and maybe a visit from an animal! Program concludes with a walk outside. This event is free with regular KNC admission. http://www.NatureCenter.org

ARTbreak: Ginger Owen-Murakami: "Ancestral Stories"
12:15 pm at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
Artist Ginger Owen-Murakami creates imagery using non-traditional photographic processes, sculpture and installation. She describes her work as "quasi-autobiographical" and says, "Like an archeologist, collecting artifacts and theorizing historical pasts, I attempt to discover my ancestral story." Admission is free. http://www.kiarts.org

Belcea String Quartet
8 pm at Dalton Center Recital Hall, WMU
Tickets range from $22 to $30. http://www.fontanachamberarts.org

Wellspring Theater at the Epic Center
8 p.m. at the Dalton Center Recital Hall, WMU
Zone One: $30, Zone Two: $22, Student w/ ID: $5. For additional details, visit http://www.fontanachamberarts.org


March 11

Wine Down Wednesdays
Enjoy live music and half off select glasses and bottles of wine in the Webster’s Lounge, located in the Radisson Plaza. 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, visit http://www.webstersrestaurant.com

Mark Sahlgren
7 pm at Kalamazoo Public Library
Join musician Mark Sahlgren, co-host of WMUK’s Grassroots, for a concert with friends featuring great roots music plus a discussion of some antique instruments from Mark’s collection. Admission is free. http://www.kpl.gov


March 12

Community Relations Board Meeting
5:30 pm at City Hall, Community Room
The Community Relations Board exists to increase constructive communication among the citizens of Kalamazoo across racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic lines and between citizens and public officials. This board advises the City Manager and City Commission on matters involving human rights and human relationships.

Vessels, Teapots & So Much More
7 pm at West Michigan Glass Society, 436 N. Park St.
Nationally known bead making artist, Pamela Wolfersberger from Columbus, Ohio, famous for creating vessels, teapots, jewelry and small sculptures at the torch, will give a demonstration to the public of her skills. Admission is free. http://www.wmglass.org

71st Annual Southwestern Michigan Vocal Festival
7 pm at Miller Auditorium
Featuring the high school festival chorus, honors choir, University Chorale, and Seraphic First, the Miami-based professional choir, and guest conductor Jerry McCoy. Admission is free. http://www.wmich.edu/music

Film "Dreamgirls"
7:30 pm at Kalamazoo Valley Museum
Based on the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, a trio of black female soul singers becomes a crossover hit on the pop charts in the early 1960s. Tickets are $3.
http://www.kalamazoomuseum.org

Jazz Orchestra
Playing on the Union's stage at 8pm


March 13

Art & All That Jazz
5 -7 pm at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
Join the KIA for a guided tour of the West Michigan Area Show, and performances by The Lana Hawkins Jazz Quartet, plus beverages and snacks. Admission is free to KIA members and $3 for others. http://www.kiarts.org

Kalamazoo Wings vs. Bloomington
7:30 pm at Wings Stadium. For ticket information, visit http://www.kwings.com.

Kalamazoo College Jazz Band Concert
8 pm at Dalton Theatre. General admission is $5. Student price is $2. For more information, call 269-337-7070.

Sins of Kalamazoo
8pm at Whole Art Studio
The Sins of Kalamazoo is inspired by Carl Sandburg's poem of the same name. Characters include historical figures such as Titus Bronson and Caroline Bartlett Crane who interact with the other characters as they weave their stories through time in small town America. Admission is $10. http://www.wholeart.org

The Glass Menagerie
8:30 pm at New Vic Theatre
Tennessee Williams' drama about a family living in a world of their own.
Visit http://www.newvictheatre.org for ticket information.

Funktion
This mix if Jazz, Soul and Funk will play on the Union's stage at 9pm


March 14

KSO's Burdick-Thorne String Quartet Present Mole Music for Pre-schoolers
10 am at Epic Center
Mole Music, a "Musical Storybook" program, invites children ages 2-6 to explore the story with hands-on activities and music performed by the KSO's Burdick-Thorne String Quartet. Admission is $4. http://www.KalamazooSymphony.com

St. Patrick's Day Parade
11 am throughout Downtown Kalamazoo
More than 50 local businesses and organizations will march. To view the parade route, visit http://www.kalamazooirish.org.

Festival of Health
12 - 4 pm at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum
Health professionals from the region will come together to share their expertise with Museum visitors. Find out how straight your back is; how your vision is doing; check your knowledge of nutrition, and, get a massage or two. There is no cost to attend this event. http://www.kalamazoomuseum.org

44th Annual Maple Sugar Festival
9 am - 5 pm at Kalamazoo Nature Center’s DeLano Homestead
For a complete schedule visit www.naturecenter.org. This event is free with regular KNC admission. For more information, visit http://www.NatureCenter.org.

29th Annual Western Invitational Jazz Festival
7:30 pm at Dalton Center Recital Hall
University Jazz Orchestra and the outstanding band & combo from the festival. For details, visit http://www.wmich.edu/music.

Kalamazoo College and Community Orchestra Concert
8 pm at Dalton Theatre
Tickets are $5 and only $2 for students. For more information, call 269-337-7070.

Sins of Kalamazoo
8pm at Whole Art Studio
The Sins of Kalamazoo is inspired by Carl Sandburg's poem of the same name. Characters include historical figures such as Titus Bronson and Caroline Bartlett Crane who interact with the other characters as they weave their stories through time in small town America. Admission is $10. http://www.wholeart.org

Comedian Brian Regan
8 pm at State Theater
Admission is $36.50. http://www.kazoostate.com

The Glass Menagerie
8:30 pm at New Vic Theatre
Tennessee Williams' drama about a family living in a world of their own.
Visit http://www.newvictheatre.org for ticket information.

Funktion
This mix if Jazz, Soul and Funk will play on the Union's stage at 9pm


March 15

44th Annual Maple Sugar Festival
9 am - 5 pm at Kalamazoo Nature Center’s DeLano Homestead
For a complete schedule visit www.naturecenter.org. This event is free with regular KNC admission. For more information, visit http://www.NatureCenter.org.

St. Patrick’s Great Britain Buffet
Reservations from 2 - 4 pm at Brook Lodge
Buffet style meal. $25.00 per adult, Children 12 and under $9.95. For more information and menu details, visit http://www.brooklodgemsu.com

Seraphic Fire University Chorale
3 pm at First Presbyterian Church
Performing Monteverdi's "1610 Vespers,” tickets are $25. For seniors and students, tickets are $10. http://www.wmich.edu/music


March 16

Open Mic Night
10 pm at Harvey’s on the Mall


March 17

Small Wonders: Maple Sugar Magic
9:30 - 11:30 am at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
Explore nature with your child! Drop-in play from 9:30 – 10 am, followed by a group hike to the modern sugar shack to learn about maple sugaring! No registration is required; just drop in! Children must be age 5 or under and accompanied by an adult. Cost is $2/child, in addition to Regular KNC admission.
http://www.NatureCenter.org

ARTbreak: Stolen (Part 1)
12:15 pm at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
This absorbing documentary focuses on the complex story surrounding the largest art theft in history (including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer) in 1990 at Boston's Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and the dark underside of the international art world. Admission is free . http://www.kiarts.org

St Patrick's Day at the Union
Join us at 6 p.m. for $4 Specially Martinis, $2 Domestic Drafts, a Special Irish Menu, and 2 live performances!

Green Ice Game: Kalamazoo Wings vs. Muskegon
7 pm at Wings Stadium. For details and ticket information, visit http://www.kwings.com.

Riverdance
7:30 pm in Miller Auditorium
Enjoy a celebration of Irish music, song and dance that has tapped its way onto the world stage thrilling millions of people around the globe. Tickets range from $28 - $58. For tickets or details, call 269-387-2300 or visit http://www.millerauditorium.com.

WMU - Bullock Series
8:15 pm at Dalton Center Recital Hall
Quattro Mani Piano Duo. Admission is $12, ($10 seniors, $5 students).
http://www.wmich.edu/music


March 18

Wine Down Wednesdays
Enjoy live music and half off select glasses and bottles of wine in the Webster’s Lounge, located in the Radisson Plaza. 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, visit http://www.webstersrestaurant.com

Riverdance
7:30 pm in Miller Auditorium
Enjoy a celebration of Irish music, song and dance that has tapped its way onto the world stage thrilling millions of people around the globe. Tickets range from $28 - $58. For tickets or details, call 269-387-2300 or visit http://www.millerauditorium.com.

WMU - Bullock Series
8:15 pm at Dalton Center Recital Hall
Colorado String Quartet. Cost is $12, ($10 seniors, $5 students). http://www.wmich.edu/music


March 19

Millennium Showcase
Join us at Epic Bistro, Black Swan, Fieldstone or The Union for a gathering of 5 Millennium Chefs, each preparing a delicious and unique course, featuring one main ingredient, prepared 2 ways. Each course will be paired with a complimenting wine. Both preparations of each course will allow you to experience how different ingredients and flavors can affect the notes and overall experience of the wine. $85/person with wine pairing $50/person without wine Discounts are available for reservations of 4 or more. This event starts at 6:30 p.m. To make a reservation at your restaurant of choice, call 269-343-1300.

Cliff Erickson
Playing on the Union's stage at 8:30pm


March 20

Once Upon A Mattress
7 pm at Hackett Catholic Central High School
A charming musical adaptation of The Princess and the Pea fairy tale. This family-friendly show is full of humor and wonderful songs. Adults: $9 advance, $10 door; Students/Seniors $5 Advance, $7 Door, Family Packs $30. For more information or to order tickets, call 269-381-2646.

Crawlspace Eviction: "Sleazy Listening"
8 pm at Whole Art Studio
Improv and sketch comedy. Tickets are $10 General, $7 Students. http://www.crawlspaceeviction.com

Video Games Live
8 pm at Miller Auditorium
An immersive event created by the game industry featuring the best game music performed by top orchestras and choirs combined with synchronized lighting, video, live action and audience interactivity. Tickets range from $25 to $52.50. For more information, visit http://www.millerauditorium.com.

Cliff Erickson
Playing on the Union's stage at 9pm


March 21

Small Wonders: Maple Sugar Magic
9:30 - 11:30 am at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
Explore nature with your child! Drop-in play from 9:30 – 10 am, followed by a group hike to the modern sugar shack to learn about maple sugaring! No registration is required; just drop in! Children must be age 5 or under and accompanied by an adult. Cost is $2/child, in addition to Regular KNC admission.
http://www.NatureCenter.org

Maple Syrup Day
12 pm - 5 pm at Kellogg Forest
Cost is $1. For details, call 269-731-4597.

Howard Tate and his Soul Band
7:30 pm at KVCC, Texas Township Campus
A crackling blast of gospel-infused soul music. Tickets are $20.
For details, call 269-488-4476.

Once Upon A Mattress
7 pm at Hackett Catholic Central High School
A charming musical adaptation of The Princess and the Pea fairy tale. This family-friendly show is full of humor and wonderful songs. Adults: $9 advance, $10 door; Students/Seniors $5 Advance, $7 Door, Family Packs $30. For more information or to order tickets, call 269-381-2646.

Crawlspace Eviction: "Sleazy Listening"
8 pm at Whole Art Studio
Improv and sketch comedy. Tickets are $10 General, $7 Students. http://www.crawlspaceeviction.com

Cliff Erickson
Playing on the Union's stage at 9pm


March 22

Sunday History Series: "The Sins of Kalamazoo...Were Scarlet and Crimson"
1:30 pm at Kalamazoo Valley Museum
Curator Tom Dietz explores the lesser-known side of Kalamazoo's history. Admission is free. http://www.kalamazoomuseum.org

Sunday Funday: "Animal Art-Palooza"
2 - 4 pm at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
Families will enjoy a gallery hunt for animals in art, animalistic art projects and "Birds in Art," an interactive program from the Kalamazoo Nature Center featuring Dr. Earl E. Bird (a.k.a. Dr. Bird Brain) about birds and the artist John James Audubon. Admission is free. http://www.kiarts.org

Once Upon A Mattress
2 pm at Hackett Catholic Central High School
A charming musical adaptation of The Princess and the Pea fairy tale. This family-friendly show is full of humor and wonderful songs. Adults: $9 advance, $10 door; Students/Seniors $5 Advance, $7 Door, Family Packs $30. For more information or to order tickets, call 269-381-2646.

KSO's Family Discovery Series Presents Orchestra From Planet X
3 pm at Chenery Auditorium
This interactive, one-hour concert is perfect for children ages 4-12 and their adult friends. The Instrument Petting Zoo begins at 2 pm. Tickets are $10 and $12.
http://www.KalamazooSymphony.com

Western Michigan University Symphony Orchestra
3 pm at Dalton Center Recital Hall
A "Salute to Broadway" featuring Conductor Bruce Uchimura. Admission is free.
http://www.wmich.edu/music

Kalamazoo Wings vs. Muskegon
4 pm at Wings Stadium. For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kwings.com.


March 23

Faculty Recital
8:15 pm at Dalton Center Recital Hall
Featuring Western Brass Quintet. Admission is free.
http://www.wmich.edu/music

Open Mic Night
10 pm at Harvey’s on the Mall


March 24

ARTbreak: Stolen (Part 2)
12:15 pm at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. Admission is free. http://www.kiarts.org

Chinese Tea at Kellogg Manor House
3 - 5 pm at Kellogg Manor House
An elegant and relaxing afternoon of tea, sandwiches, and while while seated in the Manor House living room at tables set with vintage china and silver. After the tea and a short program, a tour of the Manor House is offered. Pre-paid reservations are requested.
Cost is $22 for Adults and $14 for children 5-12. http://www.kbs.msu.edu

Collegium Musicum
8:15 pm at Dalton Center Recital Hall
Featuring Director Matthew Steel. Admission is free. http://www.wmich.edu/music


March 25

Wine Down Wednesdays
Enjoy live music and half off select glasses and bottles of wine in the Webster’s Lounge, located in the Radisson Plaza. 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, visit http://www.webstersrestaurant.com

Kalamazoo Wings vs. Port Huron
7 pm at Wings Stadium. For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kwings.com.


March 26

Scott Cowan Jazz Artist
Backed by the Internationally acclaimed Jazz Trio "Tri-Fi" will by playing on the Union's stage at 8pm

Murray Perahia in Concert
8 p.m. at Chenery Auditorium
Legendary pianist Murray Perahia returns to Kalamazoo to delight audiences with his stunning piano artistry. One of the most sought-after pianists of our time, Perahia has made Kalamazoo the only Midwest appearance in his six-city North American tour this year. $60; $50; $35; $20; Full-time Students $5. For more information, visit http://www.thegilmore.org.

Cantus in Concert
8 pm at Portage Northern High School Auditorium
Showcasing a popular Minneapolis all-male vocal group founded by students from St. Olaf College. Cost is $20 for Adults and $5 for Students. http://www.kzoo.edu/bach

Murray Perahia
8 pm at Chenery Auditorium
The pianist performs in Kalamazoo for the first time since the 2002 Gilmore International Keyboard Festival. Admission ranges from $20 - $60, and is only $5 for Students.
http://www.thegilmore.com


March 27

Fretboard Festival
6:30 pm at Kalamazoo Valley Museum
Meet instrument designers, hear live performances from area musicians and attend a variety of workshops for guitar, mandolin, banjo, ukulele and more. Admission is free.
http://www.kalamazoomuseum.org

Once Upon A Mattress
7 pm at Hackett Catholic Central High School
A charming musical adaptation of The Princess and the Pea fairy tale. This family-friendly show is full of humor and wonderful songs. Adults: $9 advance, $10 door; Students/Seniors $5 Advance, $7 Door, Family Packs $30. For more information or to order tickets, call 269-381-2646.

2009 WRKR Bud Blues Series
8 pm at State Theatre
The legendary Rhythm & Blues Revue featuring Tommy Castro, Deanna Bogart, Magic Dick & Ronnie Baker Brooks. Admission is $14. http://www.kazoostate.com

"The Witching Voice"
8:30 pm at New Vic Theatre
A play with music by Arnold Johnston, highlighting the life and loves of Scottish poet Robert Burns. Admission is $25. http://www.newvictheatre.org

Scott Cowan Jazz Artist
Backed by the Internationally acclaimed Jazz Trio "Tri-Fi" will by playing on the Union's stage at 9pm

Miss Macbeth
11 pm at Whole Art Studio
Admission is $5. http://www.wholeart.org


March 28

"Spring into Wings"
8 am - 4 pm at Wings Stadium
Arts & craft sale. Admission is free. For more information, call 269-349-1185.

Fretboard Festival
10 am - 4 pm at Kalamazoo Valley Museum
Meet instrument designers, hear live performances from area musicians and attend a variety of workshops for guitar, mandolin, banjo, ukulele and more. Admission is free.
http://www.kalamazoomuseum.org

2009 High School Area Show
10 am - 6 pm at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
An exhibition of the best works from visual artists in high schools throughout a nine-county region of West Michigan, as selected by guest juror David Gall, assistant professor of Art Education for Western Michigan University. Admission is free. http://www.kiarts.org

Sanctuary Tour
10 - 11:30 am at Kellogg Bird Sanctuary
The Sanctuary's expert volunteer interpreters will lead a one-mile walking tour of the sanctuary grounds, talking about the history and birds. Dress appropriately for the weather. This event is free for members, non-members are subject to general admission. For questions call 269-671-2510, or visit http://www.kbs.msu.edu/birdsanctuary.

"Danses Nouveaux"
2 & 7 pm at Wellspring Theatre
New works, including an original piece choreographed by visiting artist Matthew Keefe of the American Repertory Ballet Company and five new pieces choreographed by artistic director Cathleen Huling based on the "Spared from the Storm" exhibit. For ticket information and details, call 269-387-2300.

Bob & Tom Comedy Allstars
7 pm at The State Theatre
This year's tour features Chick McGee, Tim Wilson, Greg Warren, Bob Zany, Mike Armstrong, Tim Bedore, & Donnie Baker. Admission is $32.50. http://www.kazoostate.com

Once Upon A Mattress
7 pm at Hackett Catholic Central High School
A charming musical adaptation of The Princess and the Pea fairy tale. This family-friendly show is full of humor and wonderful songs. Adults: $9 advance, $10 door; Students/Seniors $5 Advance, $7 Door, Family Packs $30. For more information or to order tickets, call 269-381-2646.

KSO Presents Beethoven's Ninth
8 pm at Miller Auditorium
The KSO and WMU Grand Chorus join with internationally acclaimed soloists for Beethoven's most masterful work. The concert also serves as the closing event in Kalamazoo's Season of Forgiveness. Admission varies from $19 - $49. For ticket information or details, call 269-387-2300. http://www.KalamazooSymphony.com

"The Witching Voice"
8:30 pm at New Vic Theatre
A play with music by Arnold Johnston, highlighting the life and loves of Scottish poet Robert Burns. Admission is $25. http://www.newvictheatre.org

Scott Cowan Jazz Artist
Backed by the Internationally acclaimed Jazz Trio "Tri-Fi" will by playing on the Union's stage at 9pm

Miss Macbeth
11 pm at Whole Art Studio
Admission is $5. http://www.wholeart.org


March 29

"Spring into Wings"
10 am - 4 pm at Wings Stadium
Arts & craft sale. Admission is free. For more information, call 269-349-1185.

Fretboard Festival
1 - 5 pm at Kalamazoo Valley Museum
Meet instrument designers, hear live performances from area musicians and attend a variety of workshops for guitar, mandolin, banjo, ukulele and more. Admission is free.
http://www.kalamazoomuseum.org

Once Upon A Mattress
2 pm at Hackett Catholic Central High School
A charming musical adaptation of The Princess and the Pea fairy tale. This family-friendly show is full of humor and wonderful songs. Adults: $9 advance, $10 door; Students/Seniors $5 Advance, $7 Door, Family Packs $30. For more information or to order tickets, call 269-381-2646.

"Danses Nouveaux"
2 & 7 pm at Wellspring Theatre
New works, including an original piece choreographed by visiting artist Matthew Keefe of the American Repertory Ballet Company and five new pieces choreographed by artistic director Cathleen Huling based on the "Spared from the Storm" exhibit. For ticket information and details, call 269-387-2300.

WMU - Guest Artist Recital
3 pm at Dalton Center Recital Hall
Featuring Peter Ellefson, Trombone. Admission is free. http://www.wmich.edu/music


March 30

State of the City Address
7:00 pm at Lincoln International Studies School Auditorium, 912 N. Burdick Street
Mayor Bobby Hopewell will deliver a State of the City address. For details, call 269-337-8362.

Open Mic Night
10 pm at Harvey’s on the Mall


March 31

2009 High School Area Show
10 am - 6 pm at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
An exhibition of the best works from visual artists in high schools throughout a nine-county region of West Michigan, as selected by guest juror David Gall, assistant professor of Art Education for Western Michigan University. Admission is free. http://www.kiarts.org

ARTbreak: "Picturing Intimate Apparel," with Christina Griffin
12:15 pm at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
Christina Griffin discusses the importance of undergarments in the social history of clothing and their appearance in Western Art from medieval times to the present day. Presented in conjunction with Kalamazoo Civic Theatre's production of "Intimate Apparel." Admission is free. http://www.kiarts.org