February Events at the Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts
Opening Reception
For the Good. Works by Aonna Jones
Friday, Feb. 7, 6 - 8 PM
FREE and open to the public
Through portraiture painted in oil on uniquely shaped wood ‘canvases,’ self-taught Northwest Indiana oil painter Aonna Jones explores themes of motherhood, childhood memories, and the interconnectivity of individuals.
Artist Talk - Feb 8, 2 pm
The exhibit continues through March 14
Live on Lake Street presents
Greg Bueltmann - The Look of Love
Thursday, Feb. 13, 7:30 pm
$15, purchase tickets
Love Songs from the 1940s to the present. Come enjoy a romantic evening featuring the musical stylings of Miller Beach musician Greg Bueltmann. Greg is an instrumentalist who has played in many groups in Northwest Indiana, most recently with Kay Lewis at the MBACD's very own Kay's Kabaret!
Bring your special someone and gaze into each other's eyes as Greg serenades you!
AUDITIONS!
Saturday & Sunday, Feb. 1 & 2, 2 pm
FREE
Auditions for the Miller Community Theatre's first show of 2025 - the popular and hilarious musical 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! Performers should prepare 16 bars of a song. Performances are on April 4,5,11,12 @ 7:30 pm and 2 pm matinee on the 13th. See you at the auditions!
EveryTongue Poetry Reading & Civics Event
Saturday, Feb. 8, 6 pm
FREE
A celebration of poetry and multilingualism addressing critical issues: homelessness, gun violence, and hunger.
Supported by The Gary Youth Poet Laureate Society Foundation and Urban Word’s National Youth Poet Laureate Program, this event uplifts the voices of youth and community members. Together, we explore the intersection of the poetic, political, and personal, fostering dialogue and change through the transformative power of language. Participate in a poetry workshop-learn to create and share your voice.
Featuring Paij Rhymes, Gary's First Youth Poet Laureate.
Miller Garden Club 2025 Hygge Film Fest
Five Seasons: The Gardens of Piet Oudolf
Sunday, Feb. 9, 1 pm
$5 at the door, cash preferred
After completing a feature documentary on New York’s High Line, award-winning filmmaker Thomas Piper met the inspirational designer and plantsman, Piet Oudolf, and the idea for a new project was born. The documentary immerses viewers in Oudolf’s work and takes us inside his creative process.
Doors open at 12:30 pm. Free popcorn. Drinks for purchase.
Yoga + Beer!
at 18th St. Taproom, 5725 Miller Avenue
Saturday, Feb 22, 12:30 pm
$15 at the door
Enjoy a yoga session in the 18th St tasting room’s front space followed by a delicious 18th St draft beer. Our yoga instructor, Mary Schons, puts her two favorite things together for a fun and relaxing community event.
All In Jest Trivia Night
Friday, Feb. 28, 7 pm
$10 at the door, Cash Bar.
The 2nd half of All in Jest Trivia Season 4 is starting up and the fun twists and curveballs will continue to be entertaining as usual. Come join a game and find out why All In Jest Trivia is "Unquestionably Better!" The last Friday of every month at the Marshall J. Gardner Center through April 25.
Prizes for the winning team AND the host’s favorite answer of the night!
-------CLASSES & WORKSHOPS-------
Creative Mending Clinic
Saturday, Feb. 15, 10 am - 1 pm
$15, register here
The art of mending has taken on a new life of late – with artists and creatives finding new and interesting ways to extend the life of textiles and garments. In this workshop led by textile artist Jane Whedbee, participants are invited to bring in a favorite belonging needing repair and learn basic mending and cool ways to embellish their favorite things. All skill levels and genders are welcome!
Work in Progress Group
Sunday, Feb 16, 2 pm - 4 pm
FREE, drop-in
Join other practicing and aspiring visual artists for an informal peer-to-peer review session to share artwork and ideas. Contact Teresina at 2tpavel2@gmail.com , or 219-777-5162, for details. RSVP’s appreciated but not required.
African Dance Workshop
Friday, Feb 21, 6:30 pm
$10, $5 for kids, drop-in
Join a fun, high-energy workshop on traditional African dance! Dance instructor Kposivi Clark and drummer Baba Olabisi will lead participants through a warm-up and share community dances Funga [Welcome dance] and Mandiani [Celebration dance] … so dress comfortably...Ase!
Free Community Yoga!
Sundays at 10 am
Whether a long-time practitioner or a total newbie, this hour-long session will help you feel limber and refreshed. Instructor Mary Schons has over 20 years of yoga experience and brings much knowledge to her practice and teaching. Dress in comfortable clothes. Props and mats are provided but you can bring your own.
Support for classes and events provided by ARTS Midwest, Miller Community Fund, Legacy Foundation, AND YOU, the awesome citizens of Miller Beach and NWI!
Become one of the Miller 500! Donate as little as $10 /month to become a sustaining supporter of the arts at millerbeacharts.org/#donate
Miller Beach Arts & Creative District CDC
540 S Lake St
Gary, IN 46403