Events
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Sunrise Paddle – Kayak/SUP
Enjoy the beauty of the lake during our sunrise paddle. This is not a guided tour but an opportunity to rent a kayak, SUP or canoe for an enjoyable hour...
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Episcopal Holy Eucharist
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Movement and Meditation with Monte Thompson
Monte Thompson was a professional dancer, and also spent years as a restauranteur. His life was spent on his feet. Now retired, he is interested in continuing to be able...
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The Rev. Frank A. Thomas
The Rev. Frank A. Thomas currently serves as the Director of the Compelling Preaching Initiative and the Nettie Sweeney and Hugh Th. Miller Professor of Homiletics at Christian Theological Seminary,...
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Robert Chatterton Dickson
Robert Chatterton Dickson is an international affairs consultant based in London. Until June 2026 he was a senior member of the British Diplomatic Service. His 36-year career combined leadership in...
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“Setting the Table: CVA Members Exhibition” August 12–26
"Setting the Table: CVA Members Exhibition" runs August 12-August 26. Once again, we will feature works by the 2026 CVA Members, who will interpret week eight’s theme, The Future of...
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Women In Ministry
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Twelve Step Meeting
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CHQ Dialogues
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Guided Kayak Historic Tour
Enjoy paddling while learning about historic sites along the shores of Chautauqua Institution during this hour-long guided kayak tour. The tour begins and ends at the Sports Club. The cost...
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Chautauqua Theater Company Presents How I Learned What I Learned (Live Audio Descriptions)
By August Wilson Directed by Jade King Carroll Bratton Theater August Wilson’s celebrated classic solo piece is an autobiographical tour de force that follows Wilson’s journey through the streets of...
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Naaborle Sackeyfio
Naaborle Sackeyfio is an associate professor of global and intercultural studies at Miami University of Ohio. She focuses on energy and resource politics, gender and sustainable development in Sub-Saharan Africa...
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IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT
What begins as a minor accident sets in motion a series of escalating consequences in Iranian director Jafar Panahi's most bluntly political film yet, a defiant rebuke of authoritarianism that...
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“Setting the Table: CVA Members Exhibition” Opening Reception
"Setting the Table: CVA Members Exhibition" opening reception. Exhibition runs August 12 - August 26. Once again, we will feature works by the 2026 CVA Members, who will interpret week...
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UU Cultural Ethics Series: Fish Stark, Executive Director of the American Humanist Association
“HUMAN RIGHTS AS RELIGION” Fish Stark is Executive Director of the American Humanist Association. Previously, Fish was the Head of Program + Curriculum at Legends, an educational technology startup. Fish...
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CHQ Dialogues
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Corporate sustainability, from big goals to community impact: lessons for Chautauqua.
Tamara Brown is an executive who has spent her career futureproofing. Versatile across a broad set of industries and functions, she is known for always adding value, developing for the...
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CHQ Mystic Heart – Therapeutic Gong Meditation with Kim Hehr
Kim Hehr is a lifelong Chautauquan and a certified level 2 teacher of Kundalini Yoga and Meditation. She has been a yoga and meditation practitioner for 30 years and has...
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THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2
Twenty years after making their iconic turns as Miranda, Andy, Emily and Nigel--Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci return to the fashionable streets of New York City...
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Chautauqua Theater Company Presents How I Learned What I Learned
By August Wilson Directed by Jade King Carroll Bratton Theater August Wilson’s celebrated classic solo piece is an autobiographical tour de force that follows Wilson’s journey through the streets of...
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CHQ Dialogues
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School of Dance: Student Gala II
Chautauqua School of Dance presents an outstanding mixed repertoire evening of new and established works featuring the most exceptional young talent in the country. Under the leadership of Sasha Janes,...
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IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT
What begins as a minor accident sets in motion a series of escalating consequences in Iranian director Jafar Panahi's most bluntly political film yet, a defiant rebuke of authoritarianism that...
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Bandits on the Run
Bandits on the Run are a musical trio from the Brooklyn-Queens border. Born from a chance encounter busking on the subway, Adrian Blake Enscoe, Sydney Shepherd, and Regina Strayhorn defy...
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Episcopal Holy Eucharist
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The Rev. Frank A. Thomas
The Rev. Frank A. Thomas currently serves as the Director of the Compelling Preaching Initiative and the Nettie Sweeney and Hugh Th. Miller Professor of Homiletics at Christian Theological Seminary,...
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Miles Yu
Miles Yu is a senior fellow and director of the China Center at Hudson Institute. He is also a professor of East Asia and military and naval history at the...
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CTC Theater Chats
Theater Chats (formerly known as Brown Bags) On selected Thursdays at 12:15 p.m., bring lunch to Smith Wilkes Hall and join special guests, including actors, designers, playwrights and more, for...
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Is the US losing its edge in global clean energy leadership? With Clint Wilder
Clint Wilder is editor at large at Clean Edge, a pioneering clean-tech analysis and research firm, and has covered the high-tech and clean-tech industries as a business journalist for more...
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CHQ Dialogues
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Duplicate Bridge ABCL Sanctioned
Don't have a partner? One will be provided. Game managed by Shelley Dahlie. $10/person.
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Chautauqua Theater Company Presents New Play Workshop 3: As You Like It by William Shakespeare (a musical adaptation)
As You Like It by William Shakespeare Adapted by Peter Andersen Original score by Bandits on the Run Shakespeare’s most musical comedy springs to life in a playful and vibrant...
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Wes Granberg-Michaelson
Wes Granberg-Michaelson served as general secretary of the Reformed Church in America for 17 years, from 1994 to 2011. Previously, he held the position of Director of Church and Society...
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THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2
Twenty years after making their iconic turns as Miranda, Andy, Emily and Nigel--Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci return to the fashionable streets of New York City...
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CHQ Dialogues
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CHQ Dialogues
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IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT
What begins as a minor accident sets in motion a series of escalating consequences in Iranian director Jafar Panahi's most bluntly political film yet, a defiant rebuke of authoritarianism that...
$11 – $15 -
Chautauqua Theater Company Presents How I Learned What I Learned
By August Wilson Directed by Jade King Carroll Bratton Theater August Wilson’s celebrated classic solo piece is an autobiographical tour de force that follows Wilson’s journey through the streets of...
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BROADWAY AND BEYOND The Music of Jason Robert Brown
BROADWAY AND BEYOND The Music of Jason Robert Brown Featuring the Generational Voices Artists The Denyce Graves Foundation proudly presents Broadway and Beyond: The Music of Jason Robert Brown, an...
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CHQ Dialogues
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Josh Groban: Stage, Screen & Symphony
Tony®, EMMY®, and five-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated singer, songwriter, actor and philanthropist Josh Groban possesses one of the most outstanding and instantly recognizable voices in music. With a career spanning chart-topping...
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THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2
Twenty years after making their iconic turns as Miranda, Andy, Emily and Nigel--Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci return to the fashionable streets of New York City...
$11 – $15 -
Sunrise Paddle – Kayak/SUP
Enjoy the beauty of the lake during our sunrise paddle. This is not a guided tour but an opportunity to rent a kayak, SUP or canoe for an enjoyable hour...
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Episcopal Holy Eucharist
Free Sunday Event -
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Movement and Meditation with Monte Thompson
Monte Thompson was a professional dancer, and also spent years as a restauranteur. His life was spent on his feet. Now retired, he is interested in continuing to be able...
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Robert Kagan
Robert Kagan is a senior fellow in the Foreign Policy program at Brookings. He is a contributing columnist at The Atlantic and was an editor at large for The Washington...
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Twelve Step Meeting
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CHQ Dialogues
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Introduction to Jumu’ah Muslim Prayer
Jumu'ah introduction for visitors is at 12:30 PM. Jumu'ah Service is at 1:05 PM
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Chautauqua Theater Company Presents New Play Workshop 3: As You Like It by William Shakespeare (a musical adaptation)
As You Like It by William Shakespeare Adapted by Peter Andersen Original score by Bandits on the Run Shakespeare’s most musical comedy springs to life in a playful and vibrant...
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Rebecca Nagle
Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle — By the Fire We Carry: The Generations-Long Fight for Justice on Native Land An “impeccably researched” (Washington Post) work of reportage and American history...
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CHQ Dialogues
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CHQ Dialogues
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CHQ Dialogues
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Generational Voices Masterclass with Claudia Catania
Join acclaimed vocal coach and educator Claudia Catania for a public masterclass featuring emerging vocal artists. Known for her insightful teaching and commitment to developing expressive, authentic performers, Catania will...
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Chautauqua Theater Company Presents How I Learned What I Learned
By August Wilson Directed by Jade King Carroll Bratton Theater August Wilson’s celebrated classic solo piece is an autobiographical tour de force that follows Wilson’s journey through the streets of...
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The Revivalists with Olivia Barnes
The Revivalists return to the road with the same electrifying swirl of indie rock, soul, folk and groove-driven musicianship that has made the band a festival favorite and one of...
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Chautauqua Theater Company Presents Bratton Late Night
CTC’s favorite late-night talent showcase! An evening of sketches and songs featuring the extraordinary talents of our 2026 conservatory.
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CHQ Mystic Heart: Centering Prayer with Carol McKiernan
Carol McKiernan grew up at Chautauqua and says that her love of mystical practices began here on the grounds. She was formally introduced to meditation many years ago at an off-season yoga...
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Food Donation Drop Off Outside Turner Community Center
Every Saturday during season the Chautauqua Climate Change Initiative and Chautauqua Property Owners Association are collecting unopened non-perishable food items for donation to local food pantries. Outside front entrance of...
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Chautauqua Theater Company Presents New Play Workshop 3: As You Like It by William Shakespeare (a musical adaptation)
As You Like It by William Shakespeare Adapted by Peter Andersen Original score by Bandits on the Run Shakespeare’s most musical comedy springs to life in a playful and vibrant...
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Catholic Mass
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Chautauqua Theater Company Presents How I Learned What I Learned (Live Audio Descriptions & Pick-Your-Price)
By August Wilson Directed by Jade King Carroll Bratton Theater August Wilson’s celebrated classic solo piece is an autobiographical tour de force that follows Wilson’s journey through the streets of...
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The Music of Billy Joel with Tony DeSare and the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra
Stuart Chafetz, conductor Tony DeSare, piano & vocals Tony DeSare's signature vocal and robust piano style pay tribute to the iconic songs of Billy Joel. Generations of Billy Joel fans...
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Episcopal Holy Eucharist
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Song, Prayer, Communion & Meditation.
Free Sunday Service -
United Church of Christ Worship Service
Free Sunday Event -
Episcopal Holy Eucharist
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Unity Service
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Quaker Worship Service
Free Sunday Event -
Unitarian Universalist Service
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The Rev. Natalie Hanson
The Rev. Natalie Hanson has been a longtime presence at Chautauqua; with her husband, the Rev. James Paul Womack, pastor of Hurlbut Memorial Community United Methodist Church, she has co-hosted...
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Week Eight: Reimagined Food Festival
Savor a week of elevated culinary experiences with our reimagined Food Festival. With only 80 packages per week, enjoy intimate moments across the grounds, from two Masters Series classes and...
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Twelve Step Meeting
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Chautauqua Theater Company Presents How I Learned What I Learned
By August Wilson Directed by Jade King Carroll Bratton Theater August Wilson’s celebrated classic solo piece is an autobiographical tour de force that follows Wilson’s journey through the streets of...
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Sara Jones
The first-place winner of the Billie Holiday Vocal Competition and semi-finalist in the American Traditions Competition, jazz vocalist Sara Jones has toured 49 states and performed in numerous concert halls...
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Masters Series Culinary Masterclass: Chef Nyesha Arrington
See culinary mastery up close as acclaimed chef, restaurateur, and television personality Nyesha Arrington — one of the most influential voices in food today — presents an exclusive Masters Series...
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Laura Marris and Nishant Batsha
Chautauqua Writers' Center Faculty Reading — Featuring Laura Marris (Poetry) and Nishant Batsha (Prose) Laura Marris is an essayist, poet, and translator. Her work has appeared in The Kenyon Review,...
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CHQ Mystic Heart -Church of the Wild -Family Friendly
Kriss Young Miller and her husband Gary manage the Quaker House. Kriss is a 2022 graduate of Earlham School of Religion with her Master of Arts in Peace and Social...
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New Visitors Orientation
Join us for lemonade and cookies at the Orientation for new Chautauquans, where we warmly welcome you to our vibrant community. This event is designed to introduce you to the...
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Feast with Friends: Smokin Dicks Community BBQ
Where food builds community. Weekly Feast with Friends invites guests to gather around the table together in Bestor Plaza and kick off each week of the Chautauqua Institution Food Festival...
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Newcomers Reception
Join us for the Newcomers Reception, a welcoming gathering open to all first-time and new visitors to Chautauqua Institution. This lovely event is a chance to meet fellow newcomers, connect with...
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Blessing of the Animals (weather permitting)
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Chautauqua Theater Company Presents How I Learned What I Learned
By August Wilson Directed by Jade King Carroll Bratton Theater August Wilson’s celebrated classic solo piece is an autobiographical tour de force that follows Wilson’s journey through the streets of...
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Palestine Park Tour
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Sacred Song Service
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Feast on Film- CHEF
As the evening continues, the celebration of food and community moves to the screen. Feast on Film pairs great food with great storytelling for a relaxed, movie night at the...
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CHQ Mystic Heart – Larry Terkel, Judaism/ Kabbalah Meditation
Larry Terkel, along with his wife Susan, founded The Spiritual Life Society, an inter-denominational center for spiritual and holistic studies, where he teaches yoga and meditation and gives weekly talks....
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Episcopal Holy Eucharist
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Movement and Meditation with Monte Thompson
Monte Thompson was a professional dancer, and also spent years as a restauranteur. His life was spent on his feet. Now retired, he is interested in continuing to be able...
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Ecumenical Communion Service.
The Rev. Natalie Hanson has been a longtime presence at Chautauqua; with her husband, the Rev. James Paul Womack, pastor of Hurlbut Memorial Community United Methodist Church, she has co-hosted...
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Danielle Nierenberg
Danielle Nierenberg is a world-renowned researcher, speaker and advocate, on all issues relating to our food system and agriculture. She is president of Food Tank, the think tank for food,...
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Taste Caravan
A moving feast of regional flavor. Taste Caravan transforms Bestor Plaza into a rotating showcase of the area’s most exciting restaurants and food trucks, offering guests the opportunity to sample 15–20 different regional establishments each week through thoughtfully prepared small bites. Food trucks will be available: Monday–Friday, 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. (Lunch) Tuesday & Friday, 4:30–8:00...
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Guided Kayak Eco Tour
Enjoy paddling while learning about ecological info along the shores of Chautauqua Institution during this hour-long guided kayak tour. The tour begins and ends at the Sports Club. The cost is for rental of single or tandem kayak plus $12 per person for the tour guide. Limited spots so please reserve one day before the...
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Bestor Plaza Demo/Talk: Jess the Baker- Baking with dates
Big flavor meets big ideas in Bestor Plaza. Enjoy a dynamic lineup of live culinary demonstrations and discussions featuring chefs, artisans, and community partners from across the region and beyond. These engaging sessions spotlight innovative techniques, cultural traditions, sustainability practices, and the stories behind the food we love. Held daily during the Taste Caravan, each...
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Conversations with Kyle (Housing)
Join us for “Conversations with Kyle”, an open, drop in conversation for members of the entire community. These informal gatherings offer the opportunity to ask questions and engage directly with Interim President Kyle Keogh. This week we will be focusing on Patron Housing. All are welcome.
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Adrienne Krone
Adrienne Krone is associate professor of environmental science and sustainability and religious studies at Allegheny College in Meadville, Pennsylvania. Her work focuses on religious food justice movements in North America. She is the author of Free-Range Religion: Alternative Food Movements and Religious Life in the United States. The book offers a critical ethnographic exploration of...
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Battle of the Bites: Best Meatball
High energy. High stakes. Incredible food. Inspired by competitive cooking shows, Battle of the Bites brings the thrill of a culinary showdown to Bestor Plaza as talented local chefs go head‑to‑head in a fast‑paced, flavor‑driven competition. Each week features four different chefs and a guest judge. Chefs are given three hours to develop and execute...
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