Aug 07 Thursday
The Moth StorySLAM is an open-mic storytelling competition in which anyone can share a true, personal, 5-minute story on the night's theme. Sign up for a chance to tell a story or sit back and enjoy the show! Tonight’s theme is…
CHILDISH: Prepare a five-minute story about feeling young. Ditching second period or calling out “sick” from work. Middle school crushes or puppy love that had you feeling 16 again. Chasing ice cream trucks, building pillow forts, and losing stuffed animals. Whether it's temper tantrums, tattle tales, or tumultuous inner-toddlers...it's time to grow up. Tag! (no take backs times infinity)
Aug 14 Thursday
Are you concerned about how many people start their sentences with "so"? Do you ponder the fate of the words "shall" and "fewer"? Are you still trying to understand the slang phrase "skibidi Ohio rizz"? We have just the event for you!
On Thursday, August 14th at 7 pm, join University of Michigan English Professor Anne Curzan and Michigan Public’s Rebecca Hector, the hosts of That’s What They Say, at The Encore Theatre in Dexter for a fun evening discussing our ever changing English language and your favorite language pet peeves.
You can attend in person or watch from home. Tickets are free, but in person space is limited, so reserve your tickets now.
That's What They Say is a weekly segment on Michigan Public that explores our changing language. Each week Anne Curzan discusses why we say what we say with Michigan Public All Things Considered host Rebecca Hector.
Aug 19 Tuesday
LIES: Prepare a five-minute story about bending the truth. From little white lies to epic cover-ups. Tell us about the fibs you told, believed, or exposed. Playing fast and loose with the truth, being duped, or getting caught red-handed. Beefing up your resume or flashing your fake ID. Pinocchio, Madoff, Catfish… and maybe you? Cross your heart and hope to lie.
Aug 03 Sunday
If the phrase “male a cappella group” conjures up an image of students in blue blazers, ties, and khakis singing traditional college songs on ivied campuses... think again. Straight No Chaser (SNC) are neither strait-laced nor straight-faced, but neither are they vaudeville-style kitsch. They have emerged as a phenomenon with a massive fanbase and a long list of accomplishments, including 2 RIAA Gold Certified albums, over 1.5 million concert tickets sold, over 1 billion streams on Pandora, and over 2 million albums sold worldwide. Straight No Chaser is the real deal, the captivating sound of nine unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense... and with a sense of humor.
Aug 06 Wednesday
Detroit MI.- Woodbridge Pub | Unlimited Sky Production | Preservation of Jazz Jazzy Sundays Outside Summer Music Series, Concert & Jam Session. This weekly event will be Hosted and featured by multi-Detroit Music Award recipient Sky Covington Ft. Club Crescendo Terrance Neal on Drums, Phil Hale on Keys and Ibrahim Jones on Bass. The jam session starts on the second set.
Woodbridge Pub has a great menu… cash bar and a great staff. Also, excited to announce the new performance stage and outside ambience across the street from the Pub. Enjoy Jazz, cocktails and dinner under the stars. Although table and benches are available, feel free to bring your own lawn chairs
Sky Covington (skycovington.net) will also be collecting backpacks and school supplies all summer. Feel free to donate every Sunday night from 12 p - 12 a. Simply drop off your backpacks, school supplies and school uniforms in the Hug Detroit Day Drive box at the front entrance.
Aug 08 Friday
In the first season of Star Search, Sawyer Brown, an eclectic and charismatic country-rock band, appeared on the show and took America by storm. The group won over millions of fans with their electrifying TV performances and swept the stage with their competition, taking first place in the show’s inaugural season. Since then, the band’s high-energy reputation, uncompromising dedication, and relentless drive to stay true to themselves have never wavered. For the past 40 years, the boys’ legendary live shows have captivated audiences, and they’re showing no signs of slowing down.
Today, the band just keeps on delivering their unapologetically blue-collar grassroots message through music. One of their fan-favorite songs, “Travelin’ Band,” says it all: “They were searchin’ for stars when we came along. It was rock ‘n’ roll in a country song. There were five of us thinking that we can. This is the life and times of a travelin’ band.”
Aug 13 Wednesday
Aug 16 Saturday
Tibbits Opera House cranks up the volume for a one-of-a-kind concert event celebrating the raw energy and homegrown talent of two incredible area bands—Pomegranate Whiskey and Gardyloo Blues Review!
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see some of our region’s finest musicians—friends, neighbors, and local professionals—let loose and light up the stage in a way you’ve never seen before.
Kicking off the night is Gardyloo Blues Review, a powerhouse ensemble featuring George Babcoke (guitar, keyboard, vocals), Gary Babcoke (guitar, harp), Joe Holicki (drums), Jim Forrister (guitar, vocals), Mark Galliers (vocals) and Randy Weiss (bass, vocals). With gritty blues roots and plenty of soul, they’ll set the tone for a night of unforgettable music.
Then, the spotlight shifts to Pomegranate Whiskey, a fan-favorite band known across the tri-state bar and event scene. But this time, catch them like never before—on the historic Tibbits stage in full concert glory. Made up of Coldwater natives and family ties—Clayton Macklem (drums), Owen Macklem (guitar), Nathan Proffit (bass), and Jeff Bradley (vocals)—this tight-knit group has been rocking together for nearly a decade. Their eclectic mix of rock & roll, spanning generations and genres, guarantees something for everyone.
Celebrate community, creativity, and Coldwater’s own as we showcase the music that lives right here at home.
Come cheer on these hometown heroes and experience a night of music that’s as authentic as it is electric!
Aug 20 Wednesday
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Aug 28 Thursday
Kidz Bop Live Certified BOP Tour comes to DeVos Performance Hall on August 28, 2025 at 6:00PM.
The #1 music brand for kids will bring their Kidz Bop Live Certified BOP Tour to Grand Rapids. The ultimate pop concert for kids is back for 2025. The tour comes on the heels of the release of Kidz Bop 50, a milestone album for the brand. The KIDZ BOP Kids - Aleah, Cliff, Matty and Shila - will take the stage to perform the biggest BOPs from the album including, "espresso" and "HOT TO GO!" as well as KIDZ BOP classics. The show features eye-popping new stage designs and interactive elements kids will love, as well as the return of the popular (and hilarious) Daddy Dance Off.
Spin Master's fantasy adventure children's franchise, Unicorn Academy, returns as an official partner of KIDZ BOP LIVE, following a successful 2024 partnership. The collaboration will feature on-screen content and 15 pop-up activations in select cities, where fans can experience the magic of Unicorn Academy through exclusive experiences, such as prizes, photo ops and more.
Tickets go on sale Friday, February 14th at 10:00AM. *Please note the box office will not be open for this on sale.
Tickets may be purchased at the box office or on-line at Ticketmaster.com. Ticket prices are subject to change. For current ticket prices, visit Ticketmaster.com. Ticket prices may vary, as market pricing applies to all tickets. Prices may fluctuate based on supply and demand.
Sep 03 Wednesday
Sep 12 Friday
Marshall Charloff & Purple xPeRIeNCE is the most celebrated tribute to Prince in the world. The group was co-founded by Marshall and Matt “Doctor” Fink (keyboardist from Prince & The Revolution) in 2011, an era where Prince closely monitored the use of his art. Their vision was to deliver Prince’s music on the highest level, played live and untracked by skilled musicians, while paying respectful visual homage through costuming and likeness.
Immediately met with success and adoration from discerning Prince devotees, the band has now been touring for over a decade, nationwide and internationally, and has performed for over 500,000 fans. In 2021, Marshall Charloff & The Purple xPeRIeNCE were selected by the US Department of State to be featured in the USA Pavilion of the World Expo in Dubai.
The band continues to hold the unique distinction of playing the show 100% live, completely untracked–paying true homage to the greatest musician of our time–Prince–with real musicianship.