Events

Come to Community Clay for a romantic date night! Be creative, and enjoy a night of pottery with a loved one over candlelight and light refreshments.

Are you and your partner interested in insects and science? This Valentine’s day event encourages learning and fun for adults 21 and up! Listen to mini lectures on spider romance, speed date an insect and enjoy access to special exhibits. Snacks include chocolate covered insects and more. One ticket includes two drinks, and there’s beer, […]

Meshell Ndegeocello is a Grammy-winning artist known for blending jazz, funk, soul, and political commentary. Performing at the Newman Center, she brings an intimate yet powerful presence to the stage. The concert showcases her genre-defying sound and lyrical depth. It offers audiences a chance to experience a boundary-pushing Black artist live.

If you don’t have a date for Valentine’s Day, don’t despair. In fact, laugh your head off at a couple productions. The Oriental Theater presents Mortified: Doomed Valentine’s where folks read from their old journals and diaries about their love woes. Imagine pimple-faced you sharing your middle school crushes. Trust us, it is hysterical. Tickets […]

If you’re single for Valentine’s Day, there's no reason to eat a pint of ice cream and cry when there’s so much love in life to celebrate. Listen to live bands, including Gentleman Deluxe & Friends, The Schofields, Scooter James, Micah and the Mirrors, and Silver West. All ages are welcome! The theater is calling […]

Celebrate Black History Month by dropping in to honor black female accomplishments. Participating girl scouts will earn their black history month patch, and all family members are welcome.

Poetic Justice explores love, grief, and Black interior life through the journey of a young woman processing loss. Starring Janet Jackson and Tupac Shakur, the film blends romance with social realism. This screening continues the exploration of his cinematic legacy.

This performance brings together Afro-Latin jazz and street dance traditions. Ephrat Asherie Dance collaborates with Arturo O’Farrill to celebrate African American and Latin dance cultures. The show highlights improvisation and cultural exchange.

Are you interested in jazz music and its roots? Across the Welton Street Corridor, there will be a full-day jazz experience, celebrating Five Points. Come explore the cultural significance and celebrate the history of jazz across the various venues.

Baby Boy examines masculinity and generational cycles within Black families. Singleton presents a raw portrayal of adulthood, responsibility, and emotional growth. The film challenges audiences to confront uncomfortable truths about dependency and power. As part of the trilogy, it deepens understanding of Singleton’s thematic range.