Friday, Feb. 8
Rick Springfield
9 p.m.
Silver Creek Event Center
Four Winds Casino
11111 Wilson Rd., New Buffalo

Fresh from his appearance last week at the Sound City Movie premiere, Rick Springfield is coming to sing “Jessie’s Girl” once and for all so the cover bands will stop ruining it. Thank you, Rick.
Check it out: rickspringfield.com

Saturday, Feb. 9
Bob Marley Birthday Bash
9 p.m.
Goshen Theater
216 N. Main St., Goshen, Ind.
(574) 312-3701

This celebration features the reggae band Original Indika with special guest U-Roy, Fada Wayne & Devon Brown. I have no idea who they are and the theater website doesn’t help much, but, as long as you have a designated driver, this birthday party should leave you feeling alright.
Check it out:  goshentheater.com

Sunday, Feb. 10
Traces
7 p.m.
Lake Michigan College Mendel Center
2755 E. Napier Ave., Benton Harbor
(269) 927-1221

Entertainment Weekly, Time and Time Out NY magazines all hail Traces as a must see. Combining acrobatics, music, dance and street sports, the show promises to bring a unique, urban-flavored, inspiring show you won’t forget.
Check it out: lmcmainstage.org/traces

Tuesday, Feb 12
The Oscar Nominated Short Films 2013: Documentary
6 p.m.
Riviera Theater
50 N. Main St., Three Rivers
(269) 278-8068

Just in time to get you ramped up for the Oscars on Feb 24, the regularly amazing Riviera Theatre saves the day by allowing you to preview the shorts up for consideration by the Academy. Support the Riviera’s vision of providing great entertainment and take some friends.
Check it out: bit.ly/WNgVS9
Wednesday, Feb 13
Stephane Wrembel & His Band
9:30 p.m.
Merrimans’ Playhouse
1211 Mishawaka Ave., South Bend, Ind.
(574) 329-3430

Tapped by Woody Allen to provide music for his movie “Midnight In Paris.” French-born guitarist Stephane Wrembel learned his craft from campsite gypsies. Check out this virtuoso and hear a man heralded as one of the most original guitar voices in contemporary music. NOTE: The 7:30 show is SOLD OUT, only 9:30 is available.
Check it out:    merrimansplayhouse.com

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