CHQ Dialogues
United Methodist House United Methodist House
free
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Islam 101 Khalid Rehman and Sabeeha Rehman
Hurlbut Church sanctuary Hurlbut Church sanctuaryShariah
free
CHQ Dialogues
AAHH African American Heritage House
free
Inundation District
Smith Wilkes Hall Smith Wilkes HallInundation District is an award-winning documentary by Boston Globe reporter David Abel about the implications of one city’s decision to ignore the threats posed by climate change and spend billions of dollars on building a new waterfront district on landfill, at sea level. Discussion with Abel to follow.
Play CHQ: Paper Plate Frisbees
Timothy's PlaygroundPlay CHQ invites families to explore together through games, crafts, STEM activities and more throughout the 2024 season. You can join the fun at pop-up locations across the grounds! In case of inclement weather, all Play CHQ events will be held at Sheldon Hall of Education, Room 202.
Free with a valid gate pass or single ticket.
Valeria Luiselli – CLSC Book Signing
Alumni Hall Porch Alumni Hall Porch
Opera Conservatory: Alcina
McKnight Hall McKnight HallAlcina by G.F. Handel July 16 & 18, 2024 Marlena Malas, Director* John Matsumoto Giampietro, Associate Director Welcome to the island of illusions. Peer beyond the palms to discover the beautiful Alcina, a sorceress skilled in the art of seduction. Her passion burns red hot--until she tires of her conquests and turns them into wild...
$15
CHQ Dialogues
Disciples of Christ House Disciples of Christ House
free
NPW: Celebrating Sixty-Five Years of the Ladies Journal of Cambridge, Massachusetts!
Bratton Theater Bratton TheaterBy Anna Ziegler Directed by David Auburn A time-shifting exploration of the life of a women’s magazine – why it starts, why it ends, and whether very much at all has changed for women over the course of the last 65 years. From underestimated faculty wives at Harvard in the 1950s who long to break...
$15
Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: Spanish Guitar
Amphitheater AmphitheaterTimothy Muffitt, conductor Bokyung Byun, guitar Experience an evening of exquisite virtuosity as prize-winning guitarist Bokyung Byun joins forces with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra and conductor Timothy Muffitt in a mesmerizing symphony program. Byun's artistry shines brightly in the haunting beauty of Joaquín Rodrigo's iconic "Concierto de Aranjuez," weaving intricate melodies and evocative harmonies. Join...
$49 – $59
Sunrise Paddle – Kayak/SUP
Sports Club Sports ClubEnjoy 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 at sunrise. Reservations accepted one day in advance at the Sports Club. Contact sportsclub@chq.org with questions.
Episcopal Holy Eucharist
Chapel of the Good Shepherd Chapel of the Good Shepherd
Free
Movement and Meditation with Monte Thompson
Hall of Philosophy GroveMonte 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 to move easily and gracefully while using breathing and stretching techniques to help quiet his mind and prepare him to face each day with purpose...
free
Chautauqua Prays for Peace though Compassion
Hall of Philosophy Grove
Free
The Rev. Canon Leyla King
Amphitheater AmphitheaterThe Rev. Canon Leyla King is a Palestinian-American Episcopal priest and writer, an advocate of small churches, and a wife and mother. She is a founding member of both Palestinian Anglicans and Clergy Allies (www.palestiniananglicans.org) and The Small Churches Big Impact Collective (smallchurchesbigimpact.org). Currently, she serves as the Canon for Mission in Small Congregations for the...
free
Service of Blessing and Healing
Randell Chapel, UCC Headquarters
Free
Julián Castro & Kevin McCarthy
Amphitheater AmphitheaterFormer Democratic candidate for president Julián Castro and former Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy appear together in conversation in this special conclusion to Chautauqua’s week “Eight Billion and Counting: The Future of Humankind in a Crowded World.” The pair will bring their unique experience and expertise to explore the topic through the lens of...
Food Tents and Trucks at Bestor Plaza
Bestor Plaza Bestor PlazaDuring the season stop by Bestor Plaza to try something new! We won't have the Food Festival during Week Nine this year, but we have food trucks and tents throughout the season. Kosher Food Tent (bagels, lox, knishes, blintzes and more): 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m., Sundays through Thursdays, weekly Yakisoba’s (noodles, dumplings and more): Thursdays &...
Twelve Step Meeting
Hurlbut Marion Lawrance
Free
Writers’ Center Community Reading
Alumni Hall Porch Alumni Hall PorchEach Friday at 12:15 p.m. on the Porch of the Literary Arts Center at Alumni Hall, the Chautauqua Community Poem, curated by Kwame Alexander from entries by our fellow Chautauquans, will be shared and spotlight reader from each of the Chautauqua Writers' Center workshops will share their work, introduced by each week's Writers' Center Faculty....
Introduction to Jumu’ah Muslim Prayer
Hall of Christ: SanctuaryJumu'ah introduction for visitors is at 12:30 PM. Jumu'ah Service is at 1:05 PM
Free
CHQ Dialogues
Everett Jewish Life Center Everett Jewish Life Center
free
CHQ Dialogues
Lutheran House Lutheran House
free
Post-Lecture Discussion with Dr. Jonathan Levy, Miami University of Ohio
Smith Wilkes Hall Smith Wilkes Hall
Free
Friends of the Chautauqua Writers’ Center Informal Critique
Alumni Hall Garden Room Alumni Hall Garden Room
Conrad Hackett
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyConrad Hackett is associate director of research and senior demographer at Pew Research Center. His expertise is in international religious demography, sociology of religion, and how religion relates to characteristics including gender, fertility, and education. Hackett received his doctorate from Princeton University’s Department of Sociology and Office of Population Research and was a Postdoctoral Research...
$19.00
Chautauqua Theater Company presents Birthday Candles
Bratton Theater Bratton TheaterBy Noah Haidle Ernestine Ashworth contemplates her cosmic insignificance on her 17th birthday, a feeling that follows her through the swift passage of time. In the blink of an eye, she reaches her 18th birthday, hurtles toward her 41st, accelerates into her 70th, and glides into her 101st. Birthday Candles is a heartfelt and humorous...
$45 – $55
CHQ Dialogues
Episcopal Cottage Episcopal Cottage
free
CHQ Dialogues
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
free
Islam 101 Khalid Rehman and Sabeeha Rehman
Hurlbut Church sanctuary Hurlbut Church sanctuaryIslam in America
free
Hebrew Congregation Evening Kabbalat Shabbat Service
Miller Park Miller Park
Free
NPW: Celebrating Sixty-Five Years of the Ladies Journal of Cambridge, Massachusetts!
Bratton Theater Bratton TheaterBy Anna Ziegler Directed by David Auburn A time-shifting exploration of the life of a women’s magazine – why it starts, why it ends, and whether very much at all has changed for women over the course of the last 65 years. From underestimated faculty wives at Harvard in the 1950s who long to break...
$15
A Service of Compline
Episcopal Chapel
Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons
Amphitheater AmphitheaterThe original Jersey boy himself, Frankie Valli is a true American legend. His incredible career with the Four Seasons, as well as his solo success, has spawned countless hit singles. With unforgettable tunes like “Sherry,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Rag Doll,” “December ‘63 - Oh What A Night,” “Can’t Take My...
$75 – $150
Chabad Jewish House Community Shabbat Service, Rabbi Zalman Vilenkin
Chabad Jewish HouseKiddush to follow at 12:15pm
Free
Sabbath Morning Worship, Hebrew Congregation
Hurlbut Church sanctuary Hurlbut Church sanctuary
Free
Chautauqua Theater Company presents Birthday Candles
Bratton Theater Bratton TheaterBy Noah Haidle Ernestine Ashworth contemplates her cosmic insignificance on her 17th birthday, a feeling that follows her through the swift passage of time. In the blink of an eye, she reaches her 18th birthday, hurtles toward her 41st, accelerates into her 70th, and glides into her 101st. Birthday Candles is a heartfelt and humorous...
$45 – $55
Contemporary Issues Forum: Sarah Gamble
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophySarah Gamble is a registered architect and educator with a passion for the public realm and community projects. An assistant professor in the University of Florida School of Architecture, Gamble will discuss how architects are engaging the climate crisis through their work and present a call to action for her profession and the broader public....
Chautauqua Chamber Music: Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra Fellows
Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall Elizabeth S. Lenna HallDiego Diaz, violin Camila Berg, viola Keeon Guzman, cello Samuel Pierce-Ruhland, cello Three members of the 2024 Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra Fellows cohort are joined by one of the newest members of the CSO cello section, Samuel Pierce-Ruhland, for an afternoon of string works. Program Ludwig van Beethoven: String Trio in C minor, Op. 9 no....
NPW: Celebrating Sixty-Five Years of the Ladies Journal of Cambridge, Massachusetts!
Bratton Theater Bratton TheaterBy Anna Ziegler Directed by David Auburn A time-shifting exploration of the life of a women’s magazine – why it starts, why it ends, and whether very much at all has changed for women over the course of the last 65 years. From underestimated faculty wives at Harvard in the 1950s who long to break...
$15
A Symphonic Celebration of Genesis & Phil Collins with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra
Amphitheater AmphitheaterStuart Chafetz, conductor Aaron Finley, vocalist Brook Wood, vocalist Brian Kushmaul, drums Phil Collins’ one of a kind drum work and songwriting have left an enduring mark on music. With the megaband Genesis and his numerous solo hits, Phil Collins - along with bandmates Tony Banks and Mike Rutherford - penned unforgettable hits featured in...
$49 – $89