The Dogwood Center and the Newaygo County People for Peace present the film “The Hundred Foot Journey”!
The family of talented cook, Hassan Kadam, has a life filled with both culinary delights and profound loss. Drifting through Europe after fleeing political violence in India that killed the family restaurant business and their mother, the Kadams arrive in France. Once there, a chance auto accident and the kindness of a young woman, Marguerite, in the village of Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val inspires Papa Kadam to set up a Indian restaurant there. Unfortunately, this puts the Kadams in direct competition with the snobbish Madame Mallory’s acclaimed haute cuisine establishment across the street where Marguerite also works as a sous-chef. The resulting rivalry eventually escalates in personal intensity until it goes too far. In response, there is a bridging of sides initiated by Hassan, Marguerite and Madame Mallory herself, both professional and personal, that encourages an understanding that will change both sides forever. Written by Kenneth Chisholm (kchishol@rogers.com)
Comedy and drama starring Helen Mirren, Om Puri, and Manish Dayal. Rated PG. Running time 122 minutes.
Click here to purchase tickets. $5. Black Box. 7:30 p.m.
Dogwood Box Office hours are Tuesday – Friday from 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and two hours prior to an event. For more information please contact the Dogwood Box Office at 231.924.8885.
Tickets may also be purchased at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. Hours are Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. For more information please contact NCCA-Artsplace at 231.924.4022.
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September 18 – Concert for Peace & Silent Auction presented by Newaygo County People for Peace – 6:00 p.m. Doors/Silent Auction/7:00 p.m. Concert
This evening we see how music expresses a culture of peace; our experience of it, our longings for it, and our need of it. The Newaygo County People for Peace, along with local sponsors, present 3 music groups and one solo musician—all of Newaygo county—in the annual Concert for Peace. The musicians play music in 4 different styles but all have in common polished skill that makes listening delightful. In addition, two talented student musicians will again bring us the beauty of piano music during interludes of the concert.
The music of Framing Rhythm draws the listener into the unity of all peoples of the world because some version of the framed drum is found in all cultures. Amy Oak, Barb Pitcher, Beth Keloneva, and Brenda Huckins Bonter preserve the tradition of frame drumming with fascinating skill and musicality. If you haven’t heard them yet, the beauty of their drumming will astonish you. Sponsored by Carole Sutphen; Leana Blake; Janikka-Rene & Bill Garrity; and White Pine Massage (231-215-3552).
My Name’s Not Steve, a blend of two local acoustic groups formed especially for this concert, features Peggy Maat, Charlie Johnson, and Shelly & Dan Wierenga. The smooth harmony of the two women’s voices , expanded into 4-part harmony when the men join in, expresses the wonderful unity in human relationships. Included in their traditional-style songs will be “Peace In Our Time”, by Steve Barber, former Newaygo school principal. Instrument maker, Guido Guitars and Mandolins (231-924-1964) is sponsoring this group.
The warmth and welcoming sounds of Pryer Times comes from a young sister duo, Mary Pryer on guitar and Faith on String Bass. More and more people in the area have seen and heard the careful attention they pay to each other as they sing their own, unique interpretation of gospel and familiar songs. If kindness and trust can be sung, these girls can sing it! Sponsored by RiverView Psychological Services P.C. – Big Rapids (231-796-9188) and Grand Rapids (616-464-0811).
Sandra Bernard’s deep and soulful voice magnifies the meaningful lyrics of the songs she sings. Her singing tonight will call us to open our eyes to those living on the edges of our individual and common worlds, and to recognize that we all belong to each other. She regularly hosts the Thursday Open Mic Evenings at the River Stop Cafe in downtown Newaygo which is sponsoring her at this concert.
As we settle into our seats for the evening, James O’ Banion will play the piano for us. Jennifer Chiles Piano Service is sponsoring him in honor of Phyllis Jansma, a great supporter of both peace and music in the Fremont area. During intermission we will again have piano music by Cody Routley, sponsored by Gala Gourmet in downtown Newaygo.
This concert announces the beginning of the 30 Days of Peace, September 21 to October 20, a period of celebration, inquiry, and the action of building a culture of Peace.
Click here to purchase tickets. $12.50 Adults, $6 special event pricing for students (I.D. required) and kids 18 and under. Black Box. General admission seating. Doors and silent auction 6:00 p.m. Concert 7:00 p.m. Tables can be reserved with the purchase of eight tickets. Call the Dogwood to reserve yours today!
Dogwood Box Office hours are Tuesday – Friday from 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and two hours prior to an event. For more information please contact the Dogwood Box Office at 231.924.8885.
Tickets may also be purchased at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. Hours are Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. For more information please contact NCCA-Artsplace at 231.924.4022.
November 20 – "Sweet Dreams: Mandy Barnett Sings Patsy Cline" – SOLD OUT – 7:30 p.m.
SWEET DREAMS: MANDY BARNETT SINGS PATSY CLINE
An evening of enduring country and pop classics
Acclaimed recording artist and performer Mandy Barnett takes you on a sparkling musical journey performing an evening of Patsy Cline’s hits including “Sweet Dreams,” “Crazy,” “I Fall to Pieces,” “Walking After Midnight,” “Faded Love,” and more, along with other classic country and pop standards, and selections from her own albums. It’s a night of show-stopping entertainment, celebrating the great music of our time as performed by “a torch singer in the grandest sense of the word” (Allison Stewart, Chicago Tribune).
Mandy originated the role of “Patsy Cline” in the theatrical production Always…Patsy Cline at Nashville’s famed Ryman Auditorium, where the performances sold out nightly, and she has wowed critics and audiences ever since. Mandy, in role as Patsy, appears on the original cast album recording.
Mandy is a frequent guest on the Grand Ole Opry, and is equally as comfortable onstage with symphony orchestras. Her robust delivery on her contemporary yet retro-sounding country and pop-tinged material harkens back to the likes of all-time great female singers and timeless sounds.
“a spectacular performance”
“completely mesmerizing”
“a veritable singing machine”
“absolutely amazing”
Among the many publications praising Mandy’s talents, the Los Angeles Times has heralded her “pipes of steel,” “big, brassy voice and vintage-sounding arrangements.” Time, People, Billboard, Rolling Stone, and other major magazines have likewise extolled Mandy’s world-class vocals, “preternatural interpretative gifts” (Dave Marsh, Playboy), and “natural musicality” (Ralph Novak, People).
Mandy has released critically lauded albums, including “I’ve Got a Right to Cry,” produced by the legendary Owen Bradley, who also produced Patsy Cline. Mandy’s current album, “I Can’t Stop Loving You: The Songs of Don Gibson,” fulfills a promise Mandy made to her friend and Country Music Hall of Fame member, singer/songwriter Don Gibson, and includes such iconic songs as the title track, “Sweet Dreams” (also recorded by Patsy Cline), and “Oh Lonesome Me.” Featuring this album as “starred and recommended,” USA Today calls Mandy one of the “finest classic country and torch singers” to come out of Nashville.
Mandy has appeared on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” “The Late Show with David Letterman,” “CBS Sunday Morning,” PBS’s “Sessions at West 54th,” and numerous other television broadcasts.
For more on Mandy Barnett please visit her website by clicking here.
This show is sold out. Tickets $20. Main Stage. Reserved Seating. 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are available here online, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont.
NCCA-Artsplace hours are Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Thursdays 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., and Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.