Pianist Dr. Kathryn Goodson, Eastern Michigan University, and soprano Dr. Caroline Helton, Voice Professor at the University of Michigan, will present a program of works by Jewish composers. The program is free and open to the public.  PROGRAM MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

The Concert for Tolerance is designed to bring awareness and support to the issues surrounding our diversity in Metro Detroit.  The participants come from a wide range of musical styles and backgrounds and demonstrate the importance of working together to form a bond in this time of change and growth.  Oakland Community College's Diversity, Student Life and other committees support the event to raise awareness for overall tolerance of all cultures and people.  We welcome your participation as well and hope that you will have a wonderful time with this event.  The event will be hosted by Coco from WJLB’s Morning Show, with performances by: 1592, American Guitar featuring Stephen Clark and Madame XD.

As Program Director of the Honor the Earth, she works nationally and internationally on the issues of climate change, renewable energy, and environmental justice with Indigenous communities.

Professor Chris Collins, jazz Studies Department, Wayne State University, and his talented Wayne State University Collective will present a program of jazz. This concert is free and open to the public. PROGRAM MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

This Blues Giant has performed with Ruth Brown, John Lee Hooker, Eddie Burns, Washboard Willie, and Alberta Adams, just to name a few. Five European tours and five U.S. tours in the last three years. “Some of the best players in Detroit have played with Johnnie” said Metro Times. This is a show you don’t want to miss.

An author, columnist and comedian, Steve Hofstetter is a cult hit on college campuses. Admission Free for students and $20 for the public. 

Joining harpist Christa Grix for this program will be veteran jazz musicians Kurt Kranhnke on bass and Pete Siers on drums. Be prepared for a beautiful concert featuring lively music and interesting information about the harp, bass, and drums. The artistry and appeal of these musicians will not disappoint you!  Free  PROGRAM MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

Named IBMA’s Entertainers of the Year in 2006, The Grascals were formed in 2004 as Dolly Parton’s tour group. Their blend of bluegrass and classic country music has earned two Grammy nominations as well as a coveted Dove Award nomination in 2007 for a gospel selection.

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A benefit sponsored by the Global Education Committee to raise scholarship money for students to study in Oaxaca, Mexico. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students and children under 15.

Burns is best known as the paranormal investigator star of Court TV and Tru TV’s “Haunting Evidence”  For three seasons, Burns was called to apply his vast knowledge of electronics and computer systems toward the goal of documenting paranormal activity.

Beanie Boren has invented a book-reading machine for the science fair. Unfortunately, the machine is neither user-friendly nor bug-free. When Beanie turns it on, out pop the witches from Snow White, Hansel and Gretel and The Wizard of Oz, each set to wreak havoc on the real world now!   Enlisting the help of the good guys from the same stories to re-enact their endings, can Beanie battle the witches and save both worlds?  The OCC Orchard Ridge Theatre program presents affordable, quality entertainment for the whole family. Tickets $5 for Adults and students. The tickets are $2 for children under 12 years old and accompanied by an adult.

Beanie Boren has invented a book-reading machine for the science fair. Unfortunately, the machine is neither user-friendly nor bug-free. When Beanie turns it on, out pop the witches from Snow White, Hansel and Gretel and The Wizard of Oz, each set to wreak havoc on the real world now!   Enlisting the help of the good guys from the same stories to re-enact their endings, can Beanie battle the witches and save both worlds?  The OCC Orchard Ridge Theatre program presents affordable, quality entertainment for the whole family. Tickets $5 for Adults and students. The tickets are $2 for children under 12 years old and accompanied by an adult.

Beanie Boren has invented a book-reading machine for the science fair. Unfortunately, the machine is neither user-friendly nor bug-free. When Beanie turns it on, out pop the witches from Snow White, Hansel and Gretel and The Wizard of Oz, each set to wreak havoc on the real world now!   Enlisting the help of the good guys from the same stories to re-enact their endings, can Beanie battle the witches and save both worlds?  The OCC Orchard Ridge Theatre program presents affordable, quality entertainment for the whole family. Tickets $5 for Adults and students. The tickets are $2 for children under 12 years old and accompanied by an adult.