Lorenzo Cultural Center News

November 2011

Michigan Harvest Festival Celebrates Locally Grown and Produced Products in Lorenzo Cultural Center Program Series Finale

Focusing on “community made, community grown,” the Michigan Harvest Festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 19 at the Lorenzo Cultural Center. The free family-oriented celebration features local vendors of food and agricultural products, demonstrations, activities and a keynote presentation at 1 p.m. by Lisa Diggs, founder of Buy Michigan Now.

New York Times Columnist and Best-Selling Author Mark Bittman Visits Macomb to Discuss the Future of Food

The Lorenzo Cultural Center is hosting a unique opportunity to learn about what’s wrong with the way we eat from best-selling author and New York Times food columnist Mark Bittman on Thursday, November 17, at 7 p.m.

October 2011

Lorenzo Cultural Center Offers Tasting of Michigan’s Best Wines

On Thursday, October 27, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., the Lorenzo Cultural Center will offer a tour of Michigan wines, including Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gamay Noir and Merlot, led by Andiamo sommelier Heather Dean.

Lorenzo Cultural Center Hosts Program Focused on Healthy Consumption of Great Lakes Fish

Just in time to address recent headlines regarding the increase in pollutants found in Michigan fish, the Lorenzo Cultural Center will host an in-depth presentation on how to choose, clean and cook Great Lakes fish for healthy consumption as part of its Michigan Harvest program series.

Lorenzo Cultural Center Hosts Presentation on Macomb Food Pantry Network System Program

On Thursday, Oct. 20 at 1 p.m., the Lorenzo Cultural Center will host an informative presentation for the community about the Macomb Food Program Pantry Network as part of its Michigan Harvest program series. In recent months, the Pantry Network System has been in high demand due to unemployment and underemployment throughout the county.

Community Vendor Spots Available for Upcoming Lorenzo Cultural Center Harvest Festival

The Lorenzo Cultural Center is looking to secure additional vendors from the community for the Michigan Harvest Festival on November 19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The festival is the concluding event to the current cultural center series, which is featuring a series of five exhibits and more than 30 presentations and activities.

September 2011

Michigan's Harvest Series: Cultivating Healthy Families and Communities

Through exhibits, interactive presentations and some of the state's best agricultural offerings, families will have plenty to discover during the Michigan's Harvest: Food, Farming and Community program series at the Lorenzo Cultural Center at Macomb Community College Sept 24 - Nov. 19.

April 2011

President's Granddaughter Susan Eisenhower to Speak at Lorenzo Cultural Center

She knew him as grandpa, but the rest of the world called him President Eisenhower. Susan Eisenhower offers her personal perspective on Ike and his presidency, with special emphasis on America's relationship with Russia in the 1950s and Cold War fears in The Russians are Coming! Eisenhower and the Cold War on May 5 at 7 p.m. at the Lorenzo Cultural Center on Macomb Community College's Center Campus in Clinton Township.

Tribute to Korean War Veterans concludes 1950s program series at Lorenzo Cultural Center

Korean War veterans, as well as all veterans, those who currently serve in the military and community members are invited to a special Tribute to Service on Saturday, May 7 at 2 p.m. at the Lorenzo Cultural Center on Macomb Community College's Center Campus in Clinton Township.

Pulitzer-prize Winning Journalist Haynes Johnson to Speak at Lorenzo Cultural Center

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Haynes Johnson will focus on how a little-known freshman senator driven by Cold War paranoia could quickly amass power to intimidate senior colleagues, the media and two respected presidents in McCarthyism to Terrorism on April 14 at 7 p.m. at the Lorenzo Cultural Center on Macomb Community College�s Center Campus in Clinton Township.

March 2011

Music in Detroit during the 1950s Featured in Program Series at Lorenzo Cultural Center

Remembering the music scene in Detroit is part of The 1950s: Affluence and Anxiety in the Atomic Age, a program series running through May 7 at the Lorenzo Cultural Center on Macomb's Center Campus in Clinton Township.

Early Civil Rights Movement Featured in 1950s Series at Lorenzo Cultural Center

1950s America was an unprecedented era of affluence, as well as expected societal conformity. But within the sense of uniformity that pervaded American society at the time, seeds of dissent were growing.

A Look at the 1950s Woman During Program Series at Lorenzo Cultural Center

The influence of women in daytime program development in the emerging medium of television and the portrayal of women in 1950s media are examined in two different presentations during The 1950s: Affluence and Anxiety in the Atomic Age, the current program series at the Lorenzo Cultural Center on Macomb's Center Campus in Clinton Township.

Detroit's Economy and Development during the 1950s Showcased in Lorenzo Cultural Center Series

The conclusion of World War II led to the prosperity of the 1950s, with consumerism on the upswing, manufacturing booming and unparalleled population growth. The latest program series, The 1950s: Affluence and Anxiety in the Atomic Age, which runs through May 7 at the Lorenzo Cultural Center, on Macomb's Center Campus in Clinton Township, features several events that examine Detroit's growth and development during the decade.

Crusade Against Polio Examined in 1950s Program Series at Lorenzo Cultural Center

The scourge of polio – and the public health crusade that defeated it – will be featured in Polio: A Look Back at American’s Most Successful Public Health Crusade, part of The 1950s: Affluence and Anxiety in the Atomic Age program series at Macomb Community College’s Lorenzo Cultural Center.

Remembering Hudson's Glory Years Part of 1950s Lorenzo Cultural Center Series

With a reputation that extended well beyond the entire city block it occupied on Woodward Avenue in downtown Detroit, J.L. Hudsons Department Store was a Detroit icon that created an experience that was so much more than shopping. Hudsons was a destination that offered shopping, dining services and entertainment, along with an auditorium, a circulating library and holiday exhibits that have become cherished memories for many with its Toytown displays.

Fear, Suspicion and Anti-Communism in 1950s America Explored in Lorenzo Cultural Center Program Series

In response to a series of political military setbacks in the late 1940s and early 1950s, cultural and political hysteria grew in the U.S. in reaction to a perceived growing Soviet threat. The latest program series, The 1950s: Affluence and Anxiety in the Atomic Age, which runs through May 7 at the Lorenzo Cultural Center, on Macombs Center Campus in Clinton Township, includes several events that examine communism and McCarthyism during the 1950s.

Canadian Experience during Korean War Featured in 1950s Program

It's been called "The Forgotten War," but fighting in the Korean War was very real for members of the Canadian military in the 1950s. Canadian Forces Major Ross Allan describes the effects of the war and its impact on Canada's view and place in the world in his presentation, Canadian Experience during the Korean War, March 13 at 2 p.m., as part of a new program series at the Lorenzo Cultural Center at Macomb Community College (Mich.).

The 1950s: American Life in the Shadow of the Bomb -- Featured in Lorenzo Cultural Center Series

Paul Boyer, a U.S. cultural and intellectual historian with a Ph.D. from Harvard University, offers an in-depth look at American society in the 1950 in The 1950s: American Life in the Shadow of the Bomb, on March 10 at 7 p.m. at the Lorenzo Cultural Center on Macomb Community College's Center Campus in Clinton Township.

Living in the Shadow of the Bomb Explored in New Lorenzo Cultural Center Program Series

Living with a new destructive reality fueled by nuclear arms, the 1950s are often characterized as the decade in which school-age children were taught to "duck and cover," and families constructed and stocked fallout shelters. The 1950s: Affluence and Anxiety in the Atomic Age, which runs through May 7 at the Lorenzo Cultural Center on Macomb's Center Campus in Clinton Township, features a full range of presentations, activities and exhibits that reflect life in the decade, including how American society dealt with the growing nuclear threat.

February 2011

Space Race Among Children's Highlights at Lorenzo Cultural Center Series

When the first space capsule was launched in the 1950s, a generation of American children began aspiring to a new career goal: astronaut. The latest program series at the Lorenzo Cultural Center looks at the 1950s Space Race and provides other opportunities for children to learn about the decade that many of their grandparents grew up in.

Detroit of the 1950s Featured in New Lorenzo Cultural Center Program Series

From Woodward Avenue where Hudson's Department Store dominated to Michigan and Trumbull where Ozzie Virgil was breaking the color barrier, Detroit in the 1950s was a blend of autoworkers dealing job instability and musicians creating the "golden age of Detroit jazz."

Discover the Contradictory Facets of 1950s American Society at New Lorenzo Cultural Center Program Series

America's growing affluence at home and on the world stage - coupled with anxiety of the new reality of life in an Atomic Age - are the focus of a new program series featuring speakers, activities, performances, and exhibits at Macomb Community College, beginning in late February.

October 2010

Computer Industry Icon to Visit Macomb

Steve Wozniak, developer of the groundbreaking Apple II personal computer and co-founder of the Apple Computer company, will share his experiences in the early personal computer industry and talk about the importance of education in nurturing entrepreneurship during a Nov. 12 visit to Macomb Community College.

Accelerating Southeast Michigan: Macomb Program Embraces Innovation, Entrepreneurship

A Macomb Community College alum who took advantage of the small class sizes and scheduling flexibility of his local college to help propel him toward a career distinguished by innovative software development will be part of a Nov. 4 panel discussion at Macomb on ways to accelerate Michigans economy.

Animator Butch Hartman Offers Insights on Creativity in Visit to Macomb

Macomb County native Butch Hartman will speak at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, at the Lorenzo Cultural Center on Macomb's Center Campus in Clinton Township. His visit is part of the ongoing the American Ingenuity: Embracing the Freedom to Dream program series at the college.

Legendary Choreographer Twyla Tharp visits Macomb

Twyla Tharp, one of the most innovative choreographers in American history, will visit the Lorenzo Cultural Center Oct. 14 as part of the American Ingenuity: Embracing the Freedom to Dream program series.

September 2010

Robots on Parade at Macomb

Macomb, in partnership with Lawrence Technological University, is hosting the 5th Annual Thanksgiving RoboParade on Nov. 20, the Saturday before Thanksgiving. The parade is the final event of Macomb's program series, American Ingenuity: Embracing the Freedom to Dream at the Lorenzo Cultural Center in Clinton Township.

American Inventors Profiled In Lorenzo Cultural Center Series

Several great American inventors - some with familiar names, some who toiled outside the public spotlight - will be profiled and their work examined as part of the American Ingenuity: Embracing the Freedom to Dream program series this fall at Macomb Community College's Lorenzo Cultural Center.

Hometown Favorites Part of American Ingenuity Series at Lorenzo Cultural Center

A number of Detroit area innovations will be celebrated and examined during a new program series at the Lorenzo Cultural Center this fall, American Ingenuity: Embracing the Freedom to Dream.

Transcontinental Railroad, Erie Canal Examined During American Ingenuity Series at Macomb Community College

Two 19th Century transportation marvels will be part of the focus during an upcoming series on American Ingenuity at Macomb Community College.

American Ingenuity Series Takes Ride with Harley-Davidson

The history and ongoing innovative efforts of America's premier motorcycle company will be part of the focus during a new program series, American Ingenuity: Embracing the Freedom to Dream this fall at the Lorenzo Cultural Center at Macomb Community College.

August 2010

Lorenzo Cultural Center Salutes American Ingenuity

American Ingenuity runs Sept. 25 - Nov. 21 at the Lorenzo Cultural Center, located on Macomb Community College's Center Campus, M-59 and Garfield, in Clinton Township.

American Ingenuity Series Encourages Kids to Dream and to Do

The series celebrates the creativity, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit of America and Americans, who explored the unknown, charted new territory and created new possibilities

March 2010

Macomb Student Leads Forgotten Cast

Most actors learn something from every part they play. Nathanial Cedroni's lessons from Forgotten were unexpected.

Musical Drama Forgotten Examines 1930s Labor Struggle

Forgotten will be presented at the Macomb Center for the Performing Arts at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 26, as part of the And Still They Prospered: Living Through the Great Depression program series at Macomb Community College's Lorenzo Cultural Center.

Pulitzer-Prize Winning Historian Visits Macomb

One of the nation's most distinguished historians will visit Macomb Community College in March as part of the And Still They Prospered: Living Through the Great Depression program series at the college's Lorenzo Cultural Center.

February 2010

1930s Technology Advances in Focus in Lorenzo Cultural Center Series

How the technology of yesterday and today is related will be examined through a workshop during a new program series at the Lorenzo Cultural Center at Macomb Community College, Feb. 27-May 8.

And Still They Prospered Series Examines Jewish Life in 1930s

As part of the And Still They Prospered: Living Through the Great Depression program series, an exhibit entitled "Uneasy Years: Michigan Jewry During the Depression and War," will be displayed during the full run of the series, Feb. 27-May 8.

And Still They Prospered: Lorenzo Cultural Center Examines the 1930s

And Still They Prospered: Living Through the Great Depression - a program series at Macomb Community College's Lorenzo Cultural Center running Feb. 27-May 8 - examines the economic, social and cultural changes that took place during the 1930s and how these shifts laid the foundation for future prosperity in the Motor City and beyond.

Purple Gang & Prohibition: And Still They Prospered Lorenzo Cultural Center Examines 1930s

Crime and culture in the 1930s examined as part of new program series at the Lorenzo Cultural Center.

Films of the 1930s in Spotlight at Lorenzo Cultural Center

The silver screen during the 1930s will be one aspect of a new program series at the Lorenzo Cultural Center at Macomb Community College.

Cultural Center Program Examines 1930s Food Traditions

The presentation is part of And Still They Prospered: Living Through the Great Depression - a program series at Macomb Community College's Lorenzo Cultural Center running Feb. 27-May 8.

Architecture of the 1930s: And Still They Prospered at Lorenzo Cultural Center

And Still They Prospered Examines Detroit area architectural projects of 1930s.

Cultural Center Explores African-American Experiences in the 1930s

And Still They Prospered: Living Through the Great Depression - a program series at Macomb's Lorenzo Cultural Center running Feb. 27-May 8 - will examine the 1930s and the economic, social and cultural changes that took place during that decade, laying the groundwork for future prosperity in the Motor City and beyond.

And Still They Prospered: Lorenzo Cultural Center Examines 1930s Art, Culture

Cultural Center series examines artistic movements of the 1930s.

And Still They Prospered: Lorenzo Cultural Center Examines Business Lessons from 1930s

The business and industry of the 1930s and the lasting legacy of that time period on the Detroit area of today will be the focus of many of the presentations and exhibits during the program series.

And Still They Prospered: Series Examines Automotive, Labor Developments in the 1930s

And Still They Prospered: Living Through the Great Depression examines automotive developments of the 1930s.

January 2010

Scholastic Art Awards Regional Exhibition at Lorenzo Cultural Center at Macomb Community College

The Macomb, St. Clair and Lapeer Region Scholastic Art Awards will hold its 2010 Regional Honor Exhibition at the Lorenzo Cultural Center, Feb. 2-16.

And Still They Prospered: Lorenzo Cultural Center Examines the 1930s

And Still They Prospered: Living Through the Great Depressionmdash;a program series running Feb. 27-May 8—examines the economic, social and cultural changes that took place during the 1930s.

And Still They Prospered: Lorenzo Cultural Center Series Offers Programs for Elementary, Middle School Students

The technology of the 1930s is just one aspect of a new series at the Lorenzo Cultural Center at Macomb Community College that will appeal to area elementary and middle school-aged students. The And Still They Prospered: Living Through the Great Depression program series runs Feb. 27-May 8.

October 2009

Lorenzo Cultural Center More Than a Game Series Finishing Strong

A presentation on famed boxer Joe Louis' career, a history of the Detroit Red Wings and an inside look at a minor league sports team are among the hghlights as the More Than a Game: How Sports Shape Culture program series enters the home stretch. The exhibits and presentations continue at the Lorenzo Cultural Center at Macomb Community College through Nov. 22.

Macomb Plans Open House

Macomb Community College’s Fall Open House will be 4:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, at the Lorenzo Cultural Center on Macomb’s Center Campus, Garfield & M-59, in Clinton Township.

Joe Dumars Visits Lorenzo Cultural Center at Macomb Community College

Whether in uniform or in the front office, Joe Dumars has long been a steady hand for the Detroit Pistons. Dumars will offer an overview of his career – on and off the court – during an Oct. 29 presentation at the Lorenzo Cultural Center at Macomb Community College.

September 2009

Frank Deford, NPR Commentator, Visits Macomb

The “hype and the hypocrisy” of sports will come under the microscope Thursday, Oct. 1, as a popular National Public Radio commentator visits the Lorenzo Cultural Center at Macomb Community College as part of the More Than a Game: How Sports Shape Culture program series.

August 2009

Batter Up: Lorenzo Cultural Center Examines Sports in Culture

The Lorenzo Cultural Center at Macomb Community College will examine the region’s love affair with sports during More Than a Game: How Sports Shape Culture, a program series with exhibits, presentations and activities that opens Sept. 16 and runs through Nov. 22.

May 2009

Macomb Salutes America’s Veterans

Salute to Service marks Armed Forces Day.

April 2009

Robin Seymour Rocks Macomb

The 1960s local TV dance program will be re-created during a special program at the Lorenzo Cultural Center.

March 2009

1960s Series Continues at Macomb

Series highlights includes presentations byfeminist pioneer Gloria Steinem, April 16, and Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Stanley Karnow, who will speak on the history of the Vietnam War, May 7.

February 2009

1960s the Focus of New Series at Lorenzo Cultural Center

Macomb Community College is shining a spotlight on a pivotal decade in American history with a new series of events and exhibits.

January 2009