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May 23, 2025, Adrian, Michigan – The Dine and Discuss Book Club at Weber Retreat and Conference Center focuses on American Mother, the true story written by Colum McCann with Diane Foley, whose son Jim Foley was imprisoned and killed by ISIS. In this memoir, Diane describes the early life of her journalist son, his capture, the family’s efforts to secure his release, and the family’s grief and search for peace.

The book is available at Weber Center. The discussion takes place from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 5, 2025. The cost of $25 includes both the book and dinner. Those who buy the book at this price are asked to commit to attending the dinner and in-person discussion. 

Registration is required. Visit www.webercenter.org and click on “programs,” call 517-266-4000, or email [email protected]. Limited scholarships are available.

Weber Center is on the campus of the Adrian Dominican Sisters Motherhouse, Adrian, Michigan. On East Siena Heights Drive, turn into the driveway between Adrian Rea Literacy Center and the solar panel-covered carport. Follow the signs to Weber Center. For information, call the Weber Center at 517-266-4000.

May 23, 2025, Adrian, Michigan – As Earth reaches the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, all are invited to join in the ritual celebration of the Summer Solstice from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, June 22, 2025, at Weber Retreat and Conference Center.

The celebration strengthens our commitment to Earth, our precious planet home, as we gather in song, walk in beauty with the ancestors, and celebrate our bonds of connection. Bring a friend and welcome Summer. The event is free and open to all. No registration is required. 

Weber Center is on the campus of the Adrian Dominican Sisters Motherhouse, Adrian, Michigan. On East Siena Heights Drive, turn into the driveway between Adrian Rea Literacy Center and the solar panel-covered carport. Follow the signs to Weber Center. For information, call the Weber Center at 517-266-4000.