Community Calendar

Annie Gao, a carillonist and software engineer from the sunny suburbs of Southern California, plays arrangements of Baroque, classical, and Romantic instrumental and vocal works, original carillon music, and popular hits on the 60-bell Lurie Carillon in Gerstacker Grove (U-M North Campus). Paid metered visitor parking is available behind the Walgreen Drama Center. Additional street parking along Bonisteel Blvd. is available after business hours, as well as parking by the E.V. Moore Building (lot NC10), the North Campus Recreation Building (lot NC44), and the Art & Architecture Building (lot NC43) (all free after 6 p.m.).

This walking tour will be led by Highland Cemetery Vice Chair Barry LaRue and Washtenaw County Historical Society President Karen Jania. Highlights will include gravesites of notable Ypsilantians and Starkweather Chapel (1889), designed by Mason and Rice, renowned architects known for the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, in the Richardsonian Romanesque Revival style, and featuring Tiffany windows. Attendees are requested to assemble at the cemetery entrance, dressed in clothing and footwear for walking outside.

10-piece big band led by Chris Smith, specializing in hot jazz of the 1920s and 30s. Jelly Roll Morton, King Oliver, Duke Ellington and other jazz legends are prominent in their repertoire. Great for listening or dancing.

Vocalist Marlena Studer leads an all-star ensemble of jazz musicians in a tribute to the Jazz Age, a time in U.S. history that burst forth with musical, cultural and artistic dynamism. Marlena’s jazz ensemble will delight the audience with a sneak preview into her recording project on the “roaring twenties,” which breathes fresh energy into timeless tunes from great composers such as Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Fats Waller and the Gershwin’s.
Marlena Studer-Vocals
Chris Kendall-Vocals
Rowan Tucker-Meyer-Piano
Paul Vornhagen-Saxophone
David Stearns-Bass
Pete Siers-Drums
Steve Ragsdale-Guitar

Award-winning carillonist Joseph Min (New York) performs a poetic program entitled "Dancing in the Wind" on the 53-bell Charles Baird Carillon in Burton Memorial Tower. This family-friendly outdoor concert happens rain or shine. The nearest municipal parking structures are available at 324 Maynard and at 510. E Washington.

10-piece big band led by Chris Smith, specializing in hot jazz of the 1920s and 30s. Jelly Roll Morton, King Oliver, Duke Ellington and other jazz legends are prominent in their repertoire. Great for listening or dancing.

Virtuoso British carillonist Trevor Workman performs a concert on the 53-bell Charles Baird Carillon in Burton Memorial Tower. This family-friendly outdoor concert happens rain or shine. The nearest municipal parking structures are available at 324 Maynard and at 510. E Washington.

Join us for the annual Stomp Out Sarcoma 5K, a family-friendly walk/run dedicated to raising awareness and funds for sarcoma research at the University of Michigan, Rogel Cancer Center. This event brings together survivors, supporters, caregivers, physicians, and community members to honor those affected by sarcoma and support ongoing efforts to find a cure. All ages and fitness levels are welcome!

Rising Belgium-based American carillonist Claire Janezic performs Baroque arrangements with exciting new carillon repertoire, including her own composition “Mist Against the Cathedral,” on the 60-bell Ann & Robert H. Lurie Carillon in Gerstacker Grove (U-M North Campus). This family-friendly outdoor concert happens rain or shine. Paid metered visitor parking is available behind the Walgreen Drama Center. Additional street parking along Bonisteel Blvd. is available after business hours, as well as parking by the E.V. Moore Building (lot NC10), the North Campus Recreation Building (lot NC44), and the Art & Architecture Building (lot NC43) (all free after 6 p.m.).

You're Invited! The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library welcomes you to come and explore the many ways we can enhance your next event with our new A/V capabilities!

Join us for soft drinks and nibbles from local caterers, a tour of the venue, and a 20% off coupon good toward your next rental fee.

Free Event
Limited free parking available - check out the Parking Guide for more information.
Please rsvp to Terra at terra.brock@nara.gov by Jun 20, 2025