Author Event set for June 21
An Author Tea with Michigan Notable Book Author Anne-Marie Oomen is set 6 to p.m, June 21, at the Norton Shores Branch.
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‘The Lessons I?Leave You: Paintings by Ayana Ross’
The Muskegon Museum of Art will host this exhibit through September 10.
Ayana Ross draws from family, current events, history, art, experiences growing up in the American South, and Biblical stories viewed through a contemporary lens. Touching on universal themes, her paintings offer an opening for viewers to find themselves and their own experiences.
A recurring theme is that of parent and child, of memories of the past and wishes and advice for the future.
Ross is based in McDonough, GA, and maintains a studio in Atlanta. She received 2021 Bennett Prize, that included a $50,000 grant and a solo exhibition.
“The Lessons I Leave You” premieres a selection of paintings created during a two-year grant period.
‘Aretha A Tribute’ slated for September 29
Broadway diva Capathia Jenkins will light up the Frauenthal with Aretha Franklin hits, accompanied by Darryl Williams on vocals. This glittering tribute to the Queen of Soul includes iconic favorites including “Respect” and “Think” to “A Natural Woman,” “Chain of Fools,” “Amazing Grace” and many more.
The concert is set 7:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 29, at the Frauenthal Center. Subscriptions are on sale now Individual tickets will be on sale this summer.
For information, visit https://westmichigansymphony.org/events/aretha-a-tribute/
