Gallery Director Kate Oman and Education Coordinator Noah Johnson talk about upcoming classes at the Bonifas Arts Center, the show in the gallery, Spring raffle and need for art and craft vendors to register for Escanaba LogJam Music Festival.
The band ToHuBoHu is going to be taking on a different sound when they play at Leigh's Garden Winery this weekend. John Beck says he will be playing the grand piano at the winery. A bit different from the electric keyboard and guitar that he normally plays. Joining him will be Bruce Cassell on tuba and Dave Potvin on drums. ToHuBoHu will be playing from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday.
Enhance Escanaba is working to raise 75-thousand dollars through the Patronicity website by June 30 to fund a refrigerated outdoor ice rink. Board President Karen Moore says if the goal is met, the project will qualify for a matching grant through the Public Spaces Community Places program, along with an additional 25-thousand dollars in accessibility funding. Mary Gail Blaiser remembers the days when outdoor rinks were popular throughout the city and hopes this rink will encourage skaters again to enjoy the outdoor activity.
As Ludington Street closures expands, Sue Parker, chair of the Escanaba Downtown Development Authority, says it is important to connect with downtown businesses. She also talked about upcoming events like Spoil Mom Week, Ludington Street Cruise and Escanaba LogJam Music Festival.