When solitary writer Iris's (Naomi Watts) closest friend and mentor (Bill Murray) dies suddenly and bequeaths her his beloved Great Dane, she finds herself facing profound practical and existential crises, eventually coming to terms with her past, her lost friend, and her own creative inner life. "Watts finds another rich vein of emotion to dramatize...
United Church of Christ Worship Service
Episcopal Holy Eucharist
Weekly Sunday School Program for Ages 3-11. Children of all faiths and no faith are welcome.
Jim Wallis is a writer, teacher, preacher and justice advocate who believes the gospel of Jesus must be emancipated from its cultural and political captivities. He is a New York Times bestselling author, public theologian, preacher and commentator on ethics and public life. He is the inaugural holder of the Chair in Faith and Justice...
"Fields of Color" exhibition runs June 22–July 20. Balancing color with paint, glass, spices, patterns and shapes, this exhibition features abstract works in several different mediums. They have all mastered their techniques and personal styles resulting in a series of beautiful, intelligent works that play well together in this large space. Three of the artists...
"Tree Portraits" exhibition runs June 22–July 17. Peter Hoffer’s stunning landscape paintings of trees, hills, and sky recall classically romantic paintings using traditional varnishing techniques popularized in the 19th century. The images feature nondescript views of landscapes, to which he applies many coats of reflective varnishes, sometimes between layers of paint. Over time, the surfaces...
"Crafting Home" exhibition runs June 22–August 3. Beyond brick and mortar, what does it take to craft a home? The interior spaces of the home set the stage for acts of gathering, nourishing, resting, and contemplating. Every object plays its part and has its own history. From quilts to dishware to custom furniture, Crafting Home...
Melvin Johnson Sculpture Garden exhibition runs June 22–August 21. Featuring artists Sean Glover, Paul Higham, and Coral Lambert.
"Likeness" exhibition runs June 22–August 19. This exhibition focuses on the ability of portraiture to exalt, empower, and elevate the subject. Through painting, thread, and found materials, each likeness reveals both the individual and the community to which they are connected. Embellished and meticulous, these portraits show us how to uplift and care for one...