Community Calendar

This is the fifth season of 2 Stones Events’ monthly concert series – Ciao!Jazz focusing on a wide variety of the jazz genre. Two separate shows (limited to 100 seats per) each evening – 6 and 8:30pm; doors open 30 minutes prior. ‘Cash-only’ (literally) bar: Please, only call the restaurant (810-227-9000) for dinner reservations upstairs before or after your show!
The Brothers Groove were formed in 1999 by Chris Codish, James Simonson and Michael Jay Caskey. The band released their first CD "Clamp It Down" in 2001. After Mike Caskey left the band in 2002 guitarist Erik Gustafson and drummer Todd Glass joined the group and eventually their second full length CD "So Glad You Came" was released. Drummer Skeeto Valdez joined the band in 2003.

Chris Codish is one of the most sought-after musicians working in Metro Detroit today, playing piano, organ, keyboards, and synth. His exciting mix of jazz, funk, and blues, layered with his unique voice captivates any crowd. It’s his unique ability entertain his audience while maintaining his artistic point of view that sets Codish apart.

The University of Michigan has forged a worldwide reputation for its teaching and research, but less well known is the long history of international ties forged by its student athletes. Join us and Bentley archivist jay winkler as he shares stories of U-M’s sports teams’ global travels starting with the football team’s forays to Canada in the 1880s to the baseball team’s voyages to Japan in the 1920s to the “lost” history of basketball legend Cazzie Russell in Egypt and beyond.

This is the fifth season of 2 Stones Events’ monthly concert series – Ciao!Jazz focusing on a wide variety of the jazz genre. Two separate shows (limited to 100 seats per) each evening – 6 and 8:30pm; doors open 30 minutes prior. ‘Cash-only’ (literally) bar: Please, only call the restaurant (810-227-9000) for dinner reservations upstairs before or after your show!

Holding traditional jazz deep in their hearts, these musicians have a deep passion for the early formation of jazz in all of its aspects: culture, structure, improvisation, and virtuosity.

This is high powered Traditional New Orleans Jazz, with the best guys in the Midwest: Chris Smith, trombone; Dave Kosmyna, cornet; Chris Tabaczynsk, bass sax; Alex Belhaj, guitar; and Pete Siers, drums (and maybe washboard!).

Unlimited Miles: Miles Davis At 100 keeps one foot rooted in the rich legacy of Miles Davis while the other leaps boldly into the future. Under the direction of award-winning pianist and composer John Beasley, this starry sextet delves into the visionary spirit and boundless creativity of Miles Davis, exploring the vast directions his music. Davis continues to inspire as one of the most influential jazz musicians the world has ever seen or heard. Beasley’s arrangements will cover each decade of Davis’ career and quest for reinvention.

John Beasley, piano

Sean Jones, trumpet

Mark Turner, saxophone

Kurt Rosenwinkel, guitar

Ben Williams, bass

Terreon Gully, drums

Archives are often imagined as dusty repositories of a community or country’s history, but building on its work to document Michigan and its oldest University, staff at the Bentley Library have changed that. Join us to hear former Bentley Director Fran Blouin discuss how Bentley archivists forged connections with colleagues in China, Denmark, post-apartheid South Africa, the Vatican, and many more countries and how those ties helped build both the Bentley and U-M’s international fame.

Refreshments will be provided.

This is the fifth season of 2 Stones Events’ monthly concert series – Ciao!Jazz focusing on a wide variety of the jazz genre. Two separate shows (limited to 100 seats per) each evening – 6 and 8:30pm; doors open 30 minutes prior. ‘Cash-only’ (literally) bar: Please, only call the restaurant (810-227-9000) for dinner reservations upstairs before or after your show!

For her Ciao!Jazz shows, this fabulous singer will be backed by an all-star lineup featuring Cliff Monear, keys; Jeff Pedraz, bass; Sean Dobbins, drums; and Ingrid Racine, trumpet.

The following excerpt was written by Christy Frank for One In Six:

Ramona Collins, 76, is a powerhouse entertainer from Toledo, Ohio, known for her versatile talents as a singer, songwriter, actress, emcee, educator, and radio personality. A staple of the regional music scene for over 50 years, Ramona has captivated audiences with her sultry voice and masterful delivery of jazz, blues, Motown classics, and more. Whether performing solo or with a group, she has a knack for connecting with diverse crowds, from intimate jazz clubs to large festivals. She frequently performs at senior centers, where members end up joyfully dancing to her songs.
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Born in Toledo and raised in Lansing, Michigan, Ramona grew up under the influence of her mother, the late Alice Carter, a jazz pianist and singer who fostered her daughter's musical passion. This early encouragement helped Ramona overcome her shyness and transform into the dynamic performer she is today. Her rich repertoire, coupled with her natural charisma, has made her one of the most in-demand entertainers in the region.
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With performances spanning Toledo, Detroit, Ann Arbor, and beyond, Ramona remains a beloved figure in the region, celebrated not only for her incredible voice but also for her unwavering dedication to the art of entertainment. Fans and audiences alike eagerly anticipate every opportunity to experience this remarkable talent live.”

The University of Michigan’s campus has a long and deep history and every generation has cherished particular places, such as the campus zoo or the famous “Sleepy Hollow.” Many of these locations are now gone, but not forgotten. Join us to hear from Professor Jim Tobin as he traces U-M’s “lost campus” and how the campus’ changing spaces reflect broader patterns in university history.