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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.

October 24, 2022, Adrian, Michigan – If you’re looking for unique gift ideas for Christmas, the Weber Center Shop at Weber Retreat and Conference Center offers a special opportunity: a Christmas Open House is from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Thursday to Saturday, November 10-12, 2022.

The Open House features unique gifts, limited specials, a variety of Christmas cards, one-of-a-kind art pieces, and more. All are welcome to the Open House in preparation for the beautiful season of Christmas.

The Christmas Open House kicks off on Thursday, November 10, 2022, with a Lunch and Learn program from 12:15 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Weber Center. Katherine Dusseau, Weber Shop Manager, will speak about specialty items, gift-giving ideas, and Sisters’ original artwork. The event will also feature raffles and door prizes. Bring your own lunch; drinks and dessert will be provided. You can also purchase lunch from Weber Center – egg salad, turkey salad, or chicken salad croissant sandwiches and chips – for $5. Registration is only required if you order lunch. Registrations may be made by calling 517-266-4000 or emailing [email protected].

For information on the Christmas Open House, call the Weber Center Shop at 517-266-4035.

Weber Center is on the campus of the Adrian Dominican Sisters’ Motherhouse, Adrian. Enter the Eastern-most driveway of the complex and follow the signs to Weber Center. For information, call the Weber Center at 517-266-4000.