The National Catholic-Muslim Dialogue (NCMD) of the United States Catholic Conference of Bishops (USCCB) is thrilled to announce the Covenant with Earth research paper and essay competition that explores the topics and concerns raised in Laudato Si’: On Care for Our Common Home and Al-Mizan: Covenant for the Earth. The NCMD invites high schoolers, undergraduate students, and graduate students to share their perspective on Catholic and Muslim responses to the ecological crisis and pathways of thought and action toward care for the earth.   For more information, click this link to download the flyer for the NCMD research paper and essay competition.

Game Highlight: Fantastic Friday FireworksEnjoy a spectacular fireworks show after the game.

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Designed to help children develop their visual and verbal literacy skills, Artful Storytime is a partnership with the St. Joseph County Public Library. Each Artful Storytime includes stories, songs, artwork explorations, art-making, and more! We’ll be reaching for the stars this month as we explore cosmic creations! This program is best for families with children ages 4 to 6. Parking is available in the Visitor Lot immediately north of the Sculpture Park for a fee during the week (before 4:30 p.m.). Free two-hour parking is available in the Eddy Street Commons Parking Garage or along Angela Blvd. After 4:30 p.m. and on weekends, parking is free and available in any non-gated lot. If traveling via South Bend Transpo, take the No.7 bus and use the stop for Eddy St. Commons (at the intersection of Angela & Eddy St).

RESERVE YOUR FREE TICKETS Back for another round of delightful Shakespearean shenanigans, ShakeScenes will brighten the stage at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center like never before. A perennially popular event featuring community members of all ages from the South Bend area performing scenes from and inspired by Shakespeare, ShakeScenes provides two hours of adorable, moving, and hilarious entertainment. This FREE and family-friendly performance has introduced thousands of children across the area to Shakespeare ever since its inception.Originally published at shakespeare.nd.edu.