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First Fridays…June 1 from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. Green Spaces Join us in a celebration of all things sustainable! Green Space presented by Jonathon Geels & Unity Gardens 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. On Michigan Street between Jefferson and Wayne St. Drawing awareness of green spaces in the most unexpected places. Jonathon and members of the Unity Gardens will transform a parking space into a lush green space for the evening. South Bend-Elkhart Audubon Society Presents Hands-On Learning 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Outside the South Bend Chocolate Cafe Stop by for an interactive demonstration/activity increasing awareness of birding issues and conservatory concerns. Cloth Diapering by Ecological Babies 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Outside Just Goods (714 E. Jefferson Blvd.) New moms and dads (or those thinking about becoming a mom and dad) are invited to a cloth diapering demonstration. Learn best practices and how beneficial cloth diapers are. Polystyrene and Light Sculpting 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 216 S. Michigan St. (just south of the State Theater) Sculptor Jan Dean will construct a polystyrene and light sculpture to be showcased in the windows for the coming month. She will also be accepting donations of clean, white, unbroken foam for creation of her next version of polystyrene sculpture (no peanuts, please). This is an excellent opportunity to recycle electronics foam. Window Restoration Demonstration 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. In front of the State Theater Do you live in a historic home? Historic Preservation specialist, Steve Szaday, will lead a window restoration demonstration. Learn how to restore historic windows instead of replacing them with new. Purple Porch Co-op 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Corner of Hill and Colfax between CircaArts & Inspire Me! Producers will be on hand with their local food. The Co-op will be selling J2K's strawberry gelato. And will have a nice big watercolor of a future building vision. Know where your food comes from: Purple Porch Co-op provides seasonal vegetable, fruits, meats and eggs that are grown/raised locally (within a 60 mile radius of South Bend). BMX Bike Stunt Show Time TBD Michigan Street between Washington and Jefferson Members of South Bend native Brett "Mad Dog" Banasiewicz's BMX team, Solution Action Sports, will perform as part of the Sunburst Races Expo. These stunts are a must see! Sunburst Friday Night Family Walk 6:00 p.m. College Football Hall of Fame Enjoy a lovely stroll along the beautiful East Race with plenty of fun, entertainment and refreshments along the way. Register here by May 30 and get a Family Walk t-shirt. Cost is $7 per person to participate. First Fridays Friends Posts 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. First Friday Friends have stations in four locations staffed with friendly faces. Stop by for a seed packet (while supplies last).
First Fridays Friends can also be identified while out and about by the buttons they wear. They are ready to answer any questions you may have. Free TRANSPO Trolley Rides! 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
________________________________________________________________________ There's more! Visit the many local shops, galleries and restaurants throughout downtown that are waiting to be discovered! Artpost (216 W. Madison St.) Join us for a reception featuring two venerable South Bend artists - Henderika (Henni) Akkerman and Hank Mascotte. Henderika's abstract work combines painting, monoprints and collaged materials to create work that is simply about joy, forms and color. Hank's exhibit is a series of botanical block prints on rice paper, inspired by a series of visits to Maui, Hawaii. Both of these artists are seniors (Henni is in her 90s!), they both graduated from the University of Notre Dame and are both active members of the South Bend arts community honored to be exhibiting at Artpost. Agave53 (119 N. Michigan St.) Enjoy the lively sounds while sipping on a cocktail or enjoying dinner. Barnaby's Pizza (713 E. Jefferson Blvd.) 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Bruno's Pizza (131 S. Michigan St.) 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Café Navarre (101 N. Michigan St.) 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Chicory Café (105 E. Jefferson Blvd.) CircaArts Gallery (528 E. Colfax Ave.) 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Opening Reception for Art of the Occupiers Juried Art Show Join CircaArts Gallery at the opening reception for Art of the Occupiers, a collection of juried art that addresses social justice and the concerns of the 99%
Dream Coach Carriages (on Michigan Street near South Bend Chocolate Cafe) 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Horse Drawn Carriage Rides Clip, Clop! The carriages are rolling into downtown! Carriages accommodate up to 4 passengers. Choose from the Washington Street Tour or East Race Tour. Rides are $35 for approximately a half hour. Reservations are recommended by calling 574.654.3616. East Bank Emporium (121 S. Niles Ave.) 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Enjoy dinner overlooking the St. Joseph river. Fiddler’s Hearth (127 N. Main St.) Fire Arts, Inc. (305 E. Colfax Ave.) Friends of the St. Joseph County Public Library 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Book Sale Purchasing preread books, CD's, magazines and more at bargain prices, is a great way to be green! Hair Crafters (602 Lincoln Way East) 8:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. HealthWorks! Kids’ Museum (111 W. Jefferson Blvd.) We'll be outside at the corner of Jefferson and Michigan, weather permitting. Discover your super powers and green thumb at HealthWorks! Make a compostable pot and plant a seed to take home. For those that want to head into the museum, enjoy $1 off admission. Idle Hours Bookshop (212 S. Michigan St.) Imagine That! (117 S. Michigan St.) 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Inspire Me! (520 E. Colfax Ave.) 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. Island Park (behind the Century Center) Enjoy a concert by Vyagra Falls benefitting Ronald McDonald House Charities. Tickets are just $10 at the door. Food and drink will be available for purchase on the island. Jimmy John's (138 S. Michigan St.) 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Free Jumbo Kosher Dill Pickle Enjoy a free jumbo kosher dill pickle with the purchase of a sandwich and drink. Gourmet sandwiches prepared freaky fast! Junk Evolution & Carpenter Gothic (528 E. Colfax Ave. Suite 2) 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Celebrating the land of Aloha! Get out your grass skirt! Jade Tirotta is the guest artist of the month featuring her hand made flower headbands, pins and wreaths. Dena Woods will serenade shoppers with her sweet voice and ukulele. Step outside into the green space and enjoy a shaved ice. Just Goods (714 E. Jefferson Blvd.) 5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
LaSalle Grill/Club LaSalle (115 W. Colfax Ave.) 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. LePeep (127 S. Michigan St.) 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. Made In Michiana (122 S. Michigan St., Behind the South Bend Chocolate Cafe) 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Main Street Coffee House (102 N. Main St.) 5:00 – 11:00 p.m. BYO Mug & Get a Free Coffee and Bulk Coffee Sale Enjoy a coffee courtesy of Main Street Coffee House when you bring in your own mug! Main Street Roasters Coffee is locally roasted! Also, stock up on all bulk 1lb coffees which will be on sale 2/$20. Marigolds Uncommon Home & Garden (722 E. Jefferson Blvd.) 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Memorial Health & Lifestyle Center (111 W. Jefferson Blvd. Suite 300) 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Membership Giveaway Enter for a chance to win a one-month membership! Simply stop by and fill out an entry form. The winner will be drawn and notified Monday morning. Piser Designs (516 E. Colfax Ave.) All are invited to this monthly Open House to view artfully crafted furniture and speak with owner Larry Piser. South Bend Chocolate Cafe (122 South Michigan St.) 5:00-9:00 p.m. South Bend Civic Theatre (403 N. Main St.) 8:00 p.m. Superior Donuts Come see why The Chicago Tribune raved this show by Tracy Letts is a 'witty, seductive, live-wire and greatly entertaining dark comedy that you just don't want to end and you just don't want to miss.' Tickets are available at www.sbct.org South Bend Museum of Art (120 St. Joseph St.) 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. Artists' Reception The local arts community will be celebrated at an Artists' Reception. Admission is free and refreshments will be offered. Area legislators have been invited to attend as the evening will also include a recognition of Indiana Arts Commission Grants by the Community Foundation of St. Joseph County. Brief remarks at 5:45pm. The Summit Club (211 W. Washington St., 25th Floor) 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Open to the Public Where all the elements of a fine dining experience come together; that is wonderful cuisine, with an exceptional view, all hosted by a very knowledgeable staff..."at the top, above the rest". Reservations required. Call 574.232.3081. Sunny Italy Cafe (601 N. Niles Ave.) 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Enjoy dinner at South Bend's oldest Italian restaurant. Tippecanoe Place Restaurant (620 W. Washington St.) 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. The Vine (103 W. Colfax Ave.) 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Yoga on the Green with Kim Teska (Jon Hunt Plaza) 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. All skill levels are invited for yoga. Bring your own mat or rent one for $1. Kim will accept donations for those participating. In the event of inclement weather, event will be moved to 223 E. Colfax Ave. inside the East Bank Townhomes. First Fridays KeyBank Concert Series Enjoy these free monthly concerts held in KeyBank Plaza, corner of Michigan & Jefferson compliments of 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Unraveling String Band The Unraveling String Band is South Bend's newest "feel good" band. Their eclectic musical offering takes you from the Beatles to bluegrass, with many wandering stops in between. Offering amazing vocal harmonies as they cover your favorite songs and their originals, the group consists of Dick Glisinski, acoustic bass and vocals; Brian Johnston, 12-string guitar and vocals; Al Kniola, mandolin and vocals; and Clayton Michaels, 6-string guitar and vocals. You will be singing along - guaranteed!
In the event of inclement weather, concert will be held at CJ's Pub, 236 S. Michigan St. Must be 18 or older to enter CJ's Pub. Parking There is plenty of free parking in the garages, surface lots and on-street throughout downtown. Please visit www.dtsbParking.com for more information including maps. Calling All Shutterflies! First Fridays Photo Contest Downtown South Bend First Fridays is proud to partner with "Off The Water" to offer a monthly Photo Contest. Take photographs of the fun goings on each month, then upload them to the "Off The Water" Facebook page. Check back often to vote for your favorite photos. The one with the most votes will win a gift certificate to a different downtown business each month.
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