Community Calendar

We are excited to invite you to join us for our incredible Fischoff Chamber Music Summer Intensive Final Concert! This concert is the perfect opportunity to experience the exceptional talent and hard work of our Intensive students, showcased through a diverse and captivating repertoire.

Following the concert will be a community reception with free food, drink, and conversation!

With music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, Carousel is a timeless American musical that tells a story of love, loss, and redemption. It follows the passionate and complicated relationship between Billy Bigelow and Julie Jordan, exploring themes of forgiveness, hope, and the power of second chances. Featuring classic songs such as “If I Loved You” and “You’ll Never Walk Alone,” Carousel combines soaring music, heartfelt storytelling, and unforgettable characters that have moved audiences for generations.

At Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts, Carousel takes on a new intimacy. Our theatre-in-the-round brings you into the heart of the story, where every note, every glance, and every moment of emotion feels immediate and personal. You will experience the highs and lows alongside the characters, making it a truly immersive theatrical journey that will stay with you long after the final curtain.

Who: Hosted by the Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club. Open to seasoned triathletes, beginners, and relay teams. Organized by Co-Chairs Jeff Owens and the Optimist committee.

What: A premier regional triathlon featuring a scenic swim in Winona Lake, a fast-paced bike course through the countryside, and a run through the historic Village at Winona.

Where: Winona Lake, Indiana. Transition and finish line located near the heart of the Village at Winona.

When: June 27th, 2026.

Why: To challenge your fitness in a beautiful setting while supporting the Optimist Club’s mission of "Bringing Out the Best in Youth, in our Communities, and in Ourselves." All proceeds benefit local youth programs and community initiatives.

How: Register online, view course maps, and find volunteer opportunities at warsawoptimist.org/triathlon.

In celebration of Pride Month, the Cathedral of St. James invites the Michiana community to a Pride Eucharist. This service is a joyful affirmation of the LGBTQ+ community, centering on the belief that everyone is created in the image of God. Experience a blend of sacred tradition and radical inclusion in the heart of downtown South Bend. All are invited to stay for a reception afterward to share in fellowship and community.

With music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, Carousel is a timeless American musical that tells a story of love, loss, and redemption. It follows the passionate and complicated relationship between Billy Bigelow and Julie Jordan, exploring themes of forgiveness, hope, and the power of second chances. Featuring classic songs such as “If I Loved You” and “You’ll Never Walk Alone,” Carousel combines soaring music, heartfelt storytelling, and unforgettable characters that have moved audiences for generations.

At Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts, Carousel takes on a new intimacy. Our theatre-in-the-round brings you into the heart of the story, where every note, every glance, and every moment of emotion feels immediate and personal. You will experience the highs and lows alongside the characters, making it a truly immersive theatrical journey that will stay with you long after the final curtain.

Christmas in June Concert by The Ripple Effect

On Sunday, June 28, The Ripple Effect Vocal Visionary Project will be presenting a Christmas in June concert at Grace United Methodist Church in South Bend. The program begins at 4:00 p.m. with a variety of Christmas favorites, followed by a Christmas Sherryoke, and the stirring musical celebration, Then Christ Came (complete with chamber orchestra and original narration by Izzy Harbin). Admission is pay what you can at the door, and 10% of the proceeds will be donated to Grace Paper Pantry. Donations of toilet paper are also very welcome.
Immediately after the performance, there will be a Christmas Ice Cream Social!
The church is located at 3012 S. Twyckenham Dr, South Bend, IN
E-mail sherry@sherryk.com for more info.

Footloose is the high-energy musical based on the hit 1984 film. It tells the story of Ren, a young man who challenges the strict rules of a small town to bring music, dance, and joy back to its people. With unforgettable songs like “Holding Out for a Hero,” “Almost Paradise,” and the iconic title track “Footloose,” this show bursts with energy, excitement, and heart. It celebrates freedom, self-expression, and the transformative power of music.

At Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts, the experience is electric. Performed in our intimate theatre-in-the-round, the excitement surrounds you from every angle. You will feel the pulse of the music, the intensity of the dancing, and the heart of the story as if you are right there in the middle of the action. This is a show that lifts your spirit and makes you want to dance along with the characters.

Join Goshen Theater for First Fridays!

July 3, 2026

5-8PM

Footloose is the high-energy musical based on the hit 1984 film. It tells the story of Ren, a young man who challenges the strict rules of a small town to bring music, dance, and joy back to its people. With unforgettable songs like “Holding Out for a Hero,” “Almost Paradise,” and the iconic title track “Footloose,” this show bursts with energy, excitement, and heart. It celebrates freedom, self-expression, and the transformative power of music.

At Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts, the experience is electric. Performed in our intimate theatre-in-the-round, the excitement surrounds you from every angle. You will feel the pulse of the music, the intensity of the dancing, and the heart of the story as if you are right there in the middle of the action. This is a show that lifts your spirit and makes you want to dance along with the characters.

Footloose is the high-energy musical based on the hit 1984 film. It tells the story of Ren, a young man who challenges the strict rules of a small town to bring music, dance, and joy back to its people. With unforgettable songs like “Holding Out for a Hero,” “Almost Paradise,” and the iconic title track “Footloose,” this show bursts with energy, excitement, and heart. It celebrates freedom, self-expression, and the transformative power of music.

At Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts, the experience is electric. Performed in our intimate theatre-in-the-round, the excitement surrounds you from every angle. You will feel the pulse of the music, the intensity of the dancing, and the heart of the story as if you are right there in the middle of the action. This is a show that lifts your spirit and makes you want to dance along with the characters.