Orchestra Hall enjoys the distinction of being the only movie theater on the Marblehead Peninsula and Ottawa County. It is a historic theater to watch new and classic films. Check the kiosk outside Orchestra Hall for upcoming movie titles.
As part of the Lakeside Heritage Society's (LHS) Sunday lecture series, representatives from four local history organizations will share insights into their missions and offerings. Speakers include Peggy Debien of the Ottawa County Museum, Jane Spriesterbach of the Catawba Island Historical Society, Heidi Osborne of the Marblehead Lighthouse Historical Society, and Jen Fording of the Harris-Elmore Public […]
The Southwest, a region first colonized by Spain, later incorporated into Mexico and ultimately annexed by the United States through conquest, has long been an overlooked chapter in U.S. history. Often misunderstood outside the region and overshadowed by narratives rooted in English colonialism along the eastern seaboard, its story is essential to understanding the nation […]
Americans know a lot about our southern border, or at least we think we do. It divides two fundamentally different countries, we assume — one mestizo, the other overwhelmingly white (at least until recently); one poor, the other, the world’s richest nation; one a weak and fragmented polity, the other the world’s only superpower. This […]
Lakeside welcomes Sandra Day O'Connor, brought to life by Women in History Ohio, a Cleveland-based nonprofit dedicated to educating through dramatic portrayals of notable women. O’Connor (1930-2023) grew up on the Lazy B Ranch and considered herself an Arizona cowgirl. Yet she would go on to become the first woman appointed to the United States Supreme Court. After […]
Do you enjoy cacti and succulents and appreciate the masterful artwork of Dale Chihuly? You will enjoy both as presented at the Desert Botanic Garden in Phoenix. Bill Hendricks is the former President of Klyn Nurseries and is now an advisor for Petitti Farms. He is a member of many professional horticultural organizations, served as […]
Orchestra Hall enjoys the distinction of being the only movie theater on the Marblehead Peninsula and Ottawa County. It is a historic theater to watch new and classic films. Check the kiosk outside Orchestra Hall for upcoming movie titles.
This session provides a brief overview of different immigration statuses, including U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residency, refugee/asylee, various visa categories and temporary statuses and undocumented status. It will cover family, employment and humanitarian-based immigration benefits and protections. As the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of America, the session will situate contemporary immigration law and policy […]
Join us for the Environmental Lecture Series at Orchestra Hall. The June 24 topic is “Dark Skies Matter,” featuring Robin Gill. What do indigo buntings and dung beetles have in common? In this engaging talk, Gill explores how light pollution affects animals that start their day at sunset. She will also discuss its impact on plants, people, and […]
The Lakeside Heritage Society (LHS) presents a seminar on the Historic Chautauqua Movement and Lakeside. Learn about the founding of the Chautauqua Movement, Lakeside's beginnings and the other Chautauqua communities in the United States.
Orchestra Hall enjoys the distinction of being the only movie theater on the Marblehead Peninsula and Ottawa County. It is a historic theater to watch new and classic films. Check the kiosk outside Orchestra Hall for upcoming movie titles.
The southwest U.S. suffered over two decades of a "megadrought" this century, with Phoenix exceeding 110°F for 31 straight days in 2023. However, localized thunderstorms kill many each year in flash flooding, and wildfires are in the news annually, with some sending their smoke over the Great Lakes. To complete the seasonal cycle, snowpack issues […]
Award-winning author Mary Knight returns to Lakeside for special programs and book signings on Tuesday, June 23, and Thursday, June 25. On Tuesday, June 23 at 3:30 p.m. in the Fountain Inn Aigler Room, Knight will celebrate the joy and surprises of welcoming a new pet into the family with a read-aloud of her picture […]
Orchestra Hall enjoys the distinction of being the only movie theater on the Marblehead Peninsula and Ottawa County. It is a historic theater to watch new and classic films. Check the kiosk outside Orchestra Hall for upcoming movie titles.
Travel across the flavors of America — no plane ticket required. In Across America: A Journey in Three Courses, Chef Stacy Maple invites you on a delicious culinary exploration of three iconic regions: the rugged Rocky Mountains, the fertile Great Plains and the vibrant Southwest — created in celebration of America’s Semiquincentennial. Watch as each landscape comes to […]
If you’ve ever listened to the Moth Radio Hour or heard a friend regale you with a fascinating tale, you already know the power of personal storytelling. It can be transformative to tell a true story from your own life, and it can be transformative for the listener as well. In this five-day workshop for ages […]
If you’ve ever listened to the Moth Radio Hour or heard a friend regale you with a fascinating tale, you already know the power of personal storytelling. It can be transformative to tell a true story from your own life, and it can be transformative for the listener as well. In this five-day workshop for ages […]
Orchestra Hall enjoys the distinction of being the only movie theater on the Marblehead Peninsula and Ottawa County. It is a historic theater to watch new and classic films. Check the kiosk outside Orchestra Hall for upcoming movie titles.
During Faith for Living Hour, the Preacher of the Week shares a theme to help people grow in their faith and spiritual lives. The service is held at 9 a.m. Monday-Thursday (May 26-Sept. 3) in Orchestra Hall. Following the presentation, time is allotted for dialogue with the preacher. Faith for Living Hour with Rev. Dr. Michael […]
Once land belonging to the Narragansett and Wampanoag peoples, the city of Providence, Rhode Island, was founded in 1636 by Roger Williams — a Puritan theologian outcast from the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Providence would become known for its religious toleration and independent spirit. After the American Revolution, the city grew from an agricultural and fishing-based […]
Step back into the founding of the United States through a live historical portrayal of John Adams, one of the nation's most influential Founding Fathers. Presented by acclaimed storyteller and historian Brian "Fox" Ellis, this interactive program brings Adams to life as he reflects on the ideals, debates and decisions that shaped a new nation.Adams […]
During Faith for Living Hour, the Preacher of the Week shares a theme to help people grow in their faith and spiritual lives. The service is held at 9 a.m. Monday-Thursday (May 26-Sept. 3) in Orchestra Hall. Following the presentation, time is allotted for dialogue with the preacher. Faith for Living Hour with Rev. Dr. Michael […]
Most fourth graders have probably asked, in exasperation at some point, “Why do I have to go to school?” A short and even more exasperating answer might be, “because of New England.” Or more precisely, because of the Puritans and their Yankee descendants. Colonial New England not only enjoyed some of the highest literacy rates […]
The famous words, “all men are created equal” were penned by a Virginian, but New England demonstrated more forms of equality in 1776. Although the American embrace of equality has come from many sources, New England has contributed in particular ways. New England patterns of land ownership, exemplified by the family farm, helped promote more […]