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Past Events in Chelsea, MichiganFebruary 2006Book Appraisal and Library Staff Appreciation Dinner - 2/3 Join the Friends of the Library for a dinner to celebrate the library employees, and meet Ray Walsh of the Curious Book Shop in E. Lansing. Learn about antique and used books, and bring your special volumes to get appraised. Call (734) 475-5854 for more information or to make reservations. Family Concert Featuring Gemini - 2/4 A concert for children and families featuring Gemini, the well-known and loved award-winning musical duo. Mulled cider and treats will be available at 2:30, and the concert will begin at 4:00 at the Michigan Friends Center. Call (734) 709-8746 for tickets. Hiking Hickory Hills - 2/4 This hiking program at Eddy Discovery Center will start at 2 p.m. Register by calling (734) 475-3170 Daddy-Daughter Dance - 2/4 Returning by popular demand, this event for little girls and their daddies (or grandpa, big brother or favorite uncle) includes a corsage for the girls, a special photo, cookies and punch and dancing. Held at Beach Middle School cafe from 6 til 8 p.m. Register at Community Ed by Friday. Winter Carnival - 2/3 thru 2/5 Competitive ice fishing, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and winter fun on Cavanaugh Lake, sponsored by American Legion Post 31. The event will also feature euchre on Friday, Monte Carlo night on Saturday, and dancing on Sunday. Call 475-7212 for details. Superbowl Party at Chelsea Lanes - 2/5 Cheer for your team, watch the game, and bowl a few games while you're at it. Drink, food and game specials offered. Visit the Chelsea Lanes website for more information. End of a Winter Day Hike and Bonfire - 2/5 This hike and bonfire will be held from 4 til 7 p.m. at Park Lyndon North. For more information, call (734) 971-6337, ext. 318. Visit the Washtenaw County Parks site for information about the park. Chocolate 101 - 2/6 A tasting and mini-lecture about the history of chocolate from Tom Diab, owner of the Gourmet Chocolate Cafe. Held at the Chelsea District Library at 7 p.m. Seating is limited, so call the library at (734) 475-8732 to register. American Red Cross Blood Drive - 2/7 Help save lives by donating at the blood drive held at the Chelsea Community Hospital, Woodland Room B, from 11 a.m. til 5 p.m. Popcorn and a Movie - 2/8 This month's popcorn and a movie at the library features Disney's animated adventure, Dinosaur, starting at 4 p.m. The movie is shown on a big screen and participants are encouraged to bring their own beanbag chair, sleeping bag or comfortable chair. Dinner Theater and presentation of "Talking With ..." - 2/9 through 2/11 The Chelsea Area Players (CAP) present a dinner theater featuring a three course meal and show at the Chelsea Community Hospital Dining Room. For more details or ticket information visit the Chelsea Area Players website or call 475-8713. Historic Architecture of Chelsea - 2/9 Join historian John Frank from Preservation Chelsea to learn about the architecture of Chelsea's unique neighborhoods, including a brief history of the building styles found in our community. Held at the library at 7 p.m. Used Book Sale at the Library - 2/11 Don't miss the library's used book sale, full of bargains and treasures for all ages. Held from 10-3 at their WSEC location. Email the coordinator or call (734) 475-5829 for more information. Hope Clinic - 2/11 The Hope Clinic provides health care and screenings for people with no insurance on the second Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. til noon at Faith In Action. Call (734) 475-3305 for more information. Showcase of Michigan Show Choirs - 2/11 Presented by Chelsea High School and directed by Steven P. Hinz, this showcase concert features Bedford, Greenville, Detroit Jesuit and Chelsea Company C choirs. At Chelsea High School Auditorium, 7:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at Chelsea Pharmacy. "Reflections" Artist Reception at CCA - 2/11 The newest display at the Chelsea Center for the Arts features water media paintings by Monette Thorrez and art glass by Dave Salins & Colleen Presswood. The public is invited to meet the artists and see their works at a reception from 5 til 8. Call the CCA at (734) 433-2787 for more information. Community Ed Preschool Annual Auction - 2/11 Chelsea Community Education Preschool's annual auction will be held at 2:00 at the Washington Street Education Center. The event will feature live auction, silent auction, raffle, refreshments and activities for children. Sunday Brunch at Chelsea Community Hospital - 2/12 Enjoy brunch at CCH dining room, complete with wait staff, white linens, and fresh flowers. Some of the choices include prime rib, eggs benedict, cheese blintzes and much more. Call (734) 475-4026 for more information. Coffee Hour with Pam Byrnes - 2/13 Have coffee with the 52nd district State Representative, Pam Byrnes, at the Sylvan Township Hall. The website says the event is from 9 til 10 a.m. and the mailed postcard says 9:30 til 10:30. You can call (800) 645-1581 or visit Pam Byrnes' website for details. "The Olympics" Crafts and Stories for Kids - 2/13 Check out the library's new program for kids ages 6-11. On the second Monday of the month from 4-5 p.m., explore a theme with crafts, stories, movies, snacks and other great activities. February's theme is "The Olympics". Call the library at (734) 475-8732 to register. Kick-off for Western Washtenaw Relay for Life - 2/13 Learn what the American Cancer Society is doing in our area to help those who have been affected by cancer, and how we as a community can be proactive in the search for a cure. Refreshments and a program with special guest Miss Washtenaw County, talking about what it means to be a caregiver for a cancer patient. Held at the Chelsea Fairgrounds from 7 til 8:30 p.m. Call (734) 971-4300, ext. 19 or email the Community Development Director to learn how you can get involved. Family Reading Program at the Library - thru 2/23 The Chelsea Library is holding their 5th annual winter reading program beginning Jan. 9. Register your family as a reading team, log your reading hours, and be entered to win free books and other prizes. Visit the Chelsea Library's website for more information. "An Enchanted Evening" with Chelsea Chamber Players - 2/14 Fundraiser for Chelsea Chamber Players will be held at the River Gallery 6-9 p.m. and include chocolate and desserts and many prizes. Senior Supper Club - 2/14 Card playing will be from 2:30 til 4:00. Discussion topic from 4-5:00 will be "Heart Disease and Stroke" presented by the CCH Cardiopulmonary Staff. CCH Main Dining Room. Dinner begins at 5 p.m. Call (734) 475-3913 to register. Wills and Trusts Workshop - 2/15 Learn how to avoid the time and expense of probate, how to save on estate taxes and plenty more useful information about wills and trusts with local attorney Susan Zale. Held at the library at 7 p.m. Books & Banter Discussion Group - 2/16 This discussion group is held at 1:30 on the third Thursday of the month at the library. February's books are "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil " by John Berendt and "Arc of Justice " by Kevin Boyle. Visit Chelsea Library's website for more information. Public Lecture on Treating Varicose Veins - 2/16 Find out about the latest treatments for varicose veins from general surgeon Dr. Suzanne Jones. A public lecture held at the CCH Health and Wellness Center 7 til 8 p.m. Call 475-4100 for information or to register. American Red Cross Blood Drive - 2/16 There has been a critical shortage of blood in our area and an extra effort by our community would help save many lives. To sign up for an appointment, please visit the Red Cross website at www.givelife.com and enter the letters "CCBD" (Chelsea Community Blood Drive). The blood drive will be held at the First United Methodist Church from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. Paws to Read - 2/17 Leo the Library Dog or one of his canine friends will be at the library from 3:30 til 5 p.m. to hear kids read him a book. Call the library at (734) 475-8732 to register. U of M Museum of Natural History Family Science Workshops - 2/18 Held in the Chelsea District Library's meeting room, this month's workshops are "Magnificent Mesozoic: Into the Air " (2/4) and "Sensational Cenozoic: Back to the Sea" (2/18). Recommended for kid ages 6-11, plus a parent. Visit the Chelsea Library's website for more information. CPR Class at Chelsea Hospital- 2/21 Get certified for the the first time or renew your out-dated CPR certification in one session. Held at the White Oak Center on the Chelsea Community Hospital campus on 2/7 from 6 til 10 p.m. (adult/pediatric). or 2/21 6 til 9:30 p.m. (adult only). Storyteller LaRon Williams - 2/23 The closing celebration of Chelsea District Library's Winter Reading program features remarkable storyteller, LaRon Williams, at 7 p.m. Recommended for ages 6+. Visit the Chelsea Library's website for more information. Friday Night Teen Lock In - 2/24 A fun evening for teens to hang out after hours at the library from 6 til 9 p.m. Tons of fun stuff planned for teens, including pizza and snacks, Texas Hold 'Em, DDR, anime, and prizes. Chelsea Education Foundation Annual Gala - 2/25 This year's black tie optional CEF fundraising gala will be held at Reddeman Farms Country Club. There will be a silent auction, drawings, cocktails and strolling dinner beginning at 6 p.m. and a live auction followed by music and dancing at 8 p.m. Visit the Chelsea Education Foundation website to learn more about the organization. To reserve your tickets, call (734) 433-0358. Super Saturday "Kids on Campus" - Begins 2/25 Super Saturday is a four-week program on Saturday mornings for kids from pre-school to 6th grade, giving them the opportunity to explore new interests and activities without a huge time or money commitment. Classes offered include dance, cooking, martial arts, crafts, science and much more. Classes fill up early, so contact Community Ed for the schedule and registration information. |