Beyond and Behind the Mask, a juried exhibition of works by African-American artists from across the country, continues through Sunday. Kelly and Del Tredici will perform a collaborative project called Brother. A work in progress, Brother is a series of songs for countertenor and piano, composed by Del Tredici and set to Kelly s poetry and lyrics, focusing on the themes of love. Seating is not assigned. The exhibit of works by contemporary artist Adrian Piper concludes Sunday.
Stargazers can take their own telescopes.
Faculty will be on hand to help people learn how to use the telescopes to identify stars, galaxies, plants and star clusters. Participants should drive to the bicycle concession at the beginning of the bicycle trail on the North Shore, then continue driving about 2.5 miles to the amphitheater area. Parking is on the left side of the road. Tree ID is planned for 11 a.m. to noon Saturday starting at the Pleasant Valley trailhead on the South Shore. Natural Nasties will be conducted from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday on the Sunken Garden Trail on the South Shore.