Bell's Brewery welcomes Michael Franti & Spearhead - live in the Beer Garden - this Saturday, August 12.

Michael Franti is a musician, filmmaker and humanitarian who is recognized as a pioneering force in the music industry. Long known for his globally conscious lyrics, powerful performances, and dynamic live shows, Franti has continually been at the forefront of lyrical activism, using his music as a positive force for change.

Michael Franti & Spearhead - in concert this Saturday at Bell's Brewery. Tickets at Ticketweb.com and Bell's General Store

Bell's Brewery is at 355 East Kalamazoo Avenue in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Support for WYCE comes from UICA, Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts.

The UICA Movie Theater shows independent, international, and documentary movies in downtown Grand Rapids Tuesday-Sunday year round.

Now screening- Maudie, based on the charming true story of the beloved artist, Maud Lewis. The film follows an unlikely romance in which the reclusive Everett Lewis- played by Ethan Hawke- hires a fragile, yet determined burgeoning artist named Maudie to be his housekeeper. Unexpectedly, Everett finds himself falling in love and the pair begin a love-affair that aligns with Maudie's success and new-found independence.

Details at uica.org.

WYCE presents Tuesday Evening Music Club - every Tuesday at 7pm throughout the Summer at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park.

This Tuesday, August 15th, Meijer Gardens welcomes Bigfoot Buffalo, a downhome psychedelic jamband specializing in folk and Americana. They'll be joined by Kalamazoo's Slim Gypsy Baggage, a female fronted, guitar-driven, roots rock band.

More information on the 2017 lineup is at Meijer Gardens.org -- m-e-i-j-e-r gardens dot o-r-g

Support for WYCE comes from UICA, Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts.

The UICA Movie Theater shows independent, international, and documentary movies in downtown Grand Rapids Tuesday-Sunday year round.

Now screening- Maudie, based on the charming true story of the beloved artist, Maud Lewis. The film follows an unlikely romance in which the reclusive Everett Lewis- played by Ethan Hawke- hires a fragile, yet determined burgeoning artist named Maudie to be his housekeeper. Unexpectedly, Everett finds himself falling in love and the pair begin a love-affair that aligns with Maudie's success and new-found independence.

Details at uica.org.