Join us in the Goshen Theater lobby on October 6, from 5-8 PM, during the First Fridays Arts Tour to see the works of South Bend artist Ramiro Rodriguez. Ramiro will give a gallery talk at 6PM! "Stories from the Crossing" "I am the son of Mexican immigrants that arrived in Texas in the mid-40s and eventually settled in southwestern Michigan in the early 60s. I grew up within a large extended family composed of aunts, uncles, and cousins who all lived within a mile of my home. This transplanted micro-colony of Mexican culture took root and grew to blend with the community of my small rural hometown. My family’s stories and words have inspired and played a significant role in the themes of my artworks. This exhibition presents prints created over the past decade. Stories from personal experiences, family histories, cultural references, and commentaries on world events make up the themes expressed here. These are the relationships that inform my world. My evolving role as a father, husband, brother, son, and community member inspires and drives the themes in my work. Hopes, dreams, fears, observations, and questions are pondered and presented in the graphic lines of my prints for others to consider." - Ramiro Rodriguez Learn some dance moves to Michael Jackson's hit song “Thriller” from Epic Dance students outside under the Goshen Theater Marquee! Students will perform at 5PM, then audiences are invited to learn the moves and join in on the second performance at 5:30PM! Goshen College’s Lavender Jazz will take the mainstage in the Miller Auditorium at 7PM to finish out the evening with their musical talents. Bar and concessions will be available for purchase.