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By Madelyn Birmingham, Content Writer, Siena Heights University

November 17, 2022, Adrian, Michigan – The Siena Heights University Department of Music returns to Holy Rosary Chapel on the Motherhouse Campus of the Adrian Dominican Sisters for a Fall Choir Concert at 5:00 p.m. Sunday, November 20, 2022.

The concert will feature the masterwork Gloria by John Rutter set for chorus, organ, brass ensemble, and percussion. “Doing Rutter’s Gloria is always an exciting performance,” said Dr. Kelly Ford, Director of University Choirs. “We’re so grateful to come back for a concert in this amazing acoustical setting, and our exceptional University choirs always enjoy the experience. I know the audience will love it.”

The concert will include University Chorale, Chamber Singers, and the SHU Wops. Admission is free and open to the public; masks are required. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. and the concert will last approximately one hour. 

For more information, contact Shelley Holly at 517-264-7890 or through facebook.com/shuchoir.

April 4, 2022, Adrian, Michigan – In celebration of National Poetry Month, Weber Retreat and Conference Center offers an afternoon of Prose, Poetry, and Potpourri from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. EDT on Thursday, April 21, 2022.

The program will begin with a talk by Dr. Julieanna Frost, Associate Professor of History at Siena Heights University, on her passion for writing and her inspiration for various topics. She will also read from her own selected works. The program will continue with the sharing of poetry, readings, songs, or tunes from participants.

The event is free and will include refreshments for those participating in person. Registration is not required. All guests will be screened for COVID-19 and are required to wear masks when not eating.

The program is also offered through live stream at https://webercenter.org/poetry.  

Weber Center is located on the campus of the Adrian Dominican Sisters’ Motherhouse, Adrian. For information, call Weber Center at 517-266-4000.