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Past Events in Chelsea, MichiganAugust 2007Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights - Every Thursday Sounds and Sights on Thursday Nights features local musicians, street performers and food vendors lining the sidewalks of downtown Chelsea, and merchants staying open late. The event runs for every Thursday until the end of August, from 6:30 til 8:30 p.m. Visit the Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights website for more information. Chelsea Art Market - Every Thursday Listen to Sounds & Sights live music in the new Clocktower Courtyard Gazebo while discovering the ware of talented local artists. Paintings, fiber arts, photograhy, glass, jewelry and more. Thursdays through August 30th, 5:30 to 8:30pm. For more information, please call the Chelsea Center for the Arts at 734-433-2787. Artist In Residence: Carol Stygles - 8/2 The Chelsea Gallery's Artist In Residence series continues this week during Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights. This week's featured artist is Carol Stygles (fiber). Held from 6 til 9. Call (734) 475-1008 or visit the Chelsea Gallery website for more information. Summer Classes at the Tree of Life Studio - thru 8/25 If you're looking for a way to add some excitement and fun to your summer days, be sure to check out the classes at the Tree of Life Studio in Chelsea. Choose from African, Hip Hop, Jazz , West African Dance, Swing, Latin, Ballet, Bellydance, Drumming, Capoeira and so much more! Come for whole session, or drop-in when you can. Visit the Tree of Life Studio website or call (734) 433-0697 for more information. Saturday Farmers Market - 8/4 Visit the Farmer's Market on Saturdays from 8am -12 noon. Downtown on Park Street from May-October. Visit the Farmer's Market website for more information and special event listings. Now playing at the Purple Rose Theatre: Sea of Fools - thru 9/1 The talents of actor Matt Letscher return to the PRTC with his newest play, Sea of Fools. Set in the height of the McCarthy era, this World Premiere farce glimpses a company of actors who live in an elaborately-constructed fantasy world. As they mourn the passing of their leader, an undercover FBI agent infiltrates the funeral in the guise of a gossip columnist’s assistant. The entire company freely admits to being "Commies," and when Elia Kazan joins the party, it’s anyone’s guess what that actually means. Directed by the playwright, the cast includes Sandra Birch, John Lepard, Janet Maylie, John Seibert and Guy Sanville. Sea of Fools runs for eleven weeks, 6/21 through 9/1/07. This play is recommended for mature audiences. Visit the Purple Rose Theater website for details and ticket information. Camp Cabogi - weekly thru August Chelsea Recreation is offering a new camp this summer for kids in grades K-6. The camp brings children together in safe, healthy camp environment where they will be given the opportunity to develop artistically, athletically and socially. Begins June 11 and runs 12 weeks through August, from 9 til 4, with aftercare also available. Sign up for one week, or sign up for the whole summer! For more information visit the Camp Cabogi page on the Chelsea Recreation website or call (734) 475-1112. Artist In Residence: Rick DeTroyer - 8/9 The Chelsea Gallery's Artist In Residence series continues this week during Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights. This week's featured artist is Rick DeTroyer (metal). Held from 6 til 9. Call (734) 475-1008 or visit the Chelsea Gallery website for more information. Listen to the Raindrops Book Signing & Songs with Kirk Lignell - 8/9 The beauty of this book and its fanciful illustrations is that it encourages the reader or listener to explore their own imagination, to dance with the prancing ponies, howl with the winds and embrace the wonders of a thunderstorm. It is true folk art born in the teller’s imagination and scripted from a natural, somewhat scary event, into a poetic fable for young readers. Kirk Lignell, a guest artist at West of the Moon Gallery, will sing and sign his books 6:30-8:00 PM. Bring your children and grandchildren and your imagination. West of the Moon Gallery is located behind Chelsea Flowers 112 E. Middle Street in downtown Chelsea. 734.474.8775 www.westmoongallery.com CCA Center Gallery Exhibit - thru 9/28 The Chelsea Center for the Arts is pleased to present the artwork of their instructors, studio artists and students in the “Center Gallery” beginning July 16 and running through September 28. An artist’s reception will be held on August 18 from 5 to 7pm in the gallery, 400 Congdon St., Chelsea. Visit the Chelsea Center for the Arts website or call (734) 433-2787 for more information. Barefoot Boogie - 8/10 Join the folks at the Tree of Life Studio for a free, monthly dance party where you'll enjoy an evening of expression in movement. Experience new music, new friends, and open minds as you mingle, move, and just have fun. All ages welcome. Doors open at 8 p.m. Cafe open for purchasing teas and smoothies. For more information, visit the Tree of Life Studio website or call (734) 433-0697. Saturday Farmers Market - 8/11 Visit the Farmer's Market on Saturdays from 8am -12 noon. Downtown on Park Street from May-October. Visit the Farmer's Market website for more information and special event listings. Used Book Sale at McKune Memorial Library - 8/11 Thousands of beautiful books, for all ages and interests, including a large selection of CD's. Proceeds will support the "Books and Banter" program and purchase of a new microfilm reader/printer. Held at the McKune Meeting Room from 10 til 3. For more information, call (734) 475-2424. Next book sale dates: 9/8; 10/13; 11/10. The First Americans: Woodland Indian Living History - 8/11 and 8/12 This event features an authentic Woodland Indian village complete with traditional Native crafts, cooking, games and trade. Held from 10 til 5 on Saturday and from 10 til 3 on Sunday. Visit the Waterloo Natural History Association website or call (734) 475-3170 for more information. Artist In Residence: Jane Farrell - 8/16 The Chelsea Gallery's Artist In Residence series continues this week during Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights. This week's featured artist is Jane Farrell (monotype). Held from 6 til 9. Call (734) 475-1008 or visit the Chelsea Gallery website for more information. Saturday Farmers Market - 8/16 Visit the Farmer's Market on Saturdays from 8am -12 noon. Downtown on Park Street from May-October. Visit the Farmer's Market website for more information and special event listings. CCA Center Gallery Exhibit Artist's Reception - 8/18 The Chelsea Center for the Arts is pleased to present the artwork of their instructors, studio artists and students in the Center Gallery through September 28. An artist’s reception will be held on August 18 from 5 to 7pm in the galler. Visit the Chelsea Center for the Arts website or call (734) 433-2787 for more information. Chelsea Community Fair - 8/21 thru 8/25 This annual event features rides, livestock shows, tractor and truck pulls, demolition derby, children's activities and more held at the Chelsea Fairgrounds. See the Chelsea Community Fair website for details. Open House at Adult Learners Institute - 8/21 The Adult Learners Institute will kick off the fall session with an open house beginning at 10 a.m. This is an opportunity to meet the instructors, learn about their courses, be first in line to register for fall courses, and enjoy refreshments. See the Adult Learners Institute feature page to learn more. Artist In Residence: Gwyn McKay - 8/23 The Chelsea Gallery's Artist In Residence series continues this week during Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights. This week's featured artist is Gwyn McKay (floor cloths). Held from 6 til 9. Call (734) 475-1008 or visit the Chelsea Gallery website for more information. Listen to the Raindrops Book Signing & Songs with Kirk Lignell - 8/23 The beauty of this book and its fanciful illustrations is that it encourages the reader or listener to explore their own imagination, to dance with the prancing ponies, howl with the winds and embrace the wonders of a thunderstorm. It is true folk art born in the teller’s imagination and scripted from a natural, somewhat scary event, into a poetic fable for young readers. Kirk Lignell, a guest artist at West of the Moon Gallery, will sing and sign his books during Sights & Sounds. Bring your children and grandchildren and your imagination. West of the Moon Gallery is located behind Chelsea Flowers 112 E. Middle Street in downtown Chelsea. 734.474.8775 www.westmoongallery.com Chelsea Fair Parade - 8/25 Don't miss Chelsea's big parade! Join friends and neighbors all along Main Street starting at 1:00 on Saturday to catch the fun! (and candy, too!). Visit the Chelsea Community Fair website for contact information and details. Saturday Farmers Market - 8/25 Visit the Farmer's Market on Saturdays from 8am -12 noon. Downtown on Park Street from May-October. Visit the Farmer's Market website for more information and special event listings. Basketweaving Class - 8/25 Taught by Cherilynn Braun. Visit the Waterloo Natural History Association website or call (734) 475-3170 for more information. Run for the Rolls Fundraiser - 8/25 This fun 1-mile run/walk race benefits the Chelsea Recreation Youth Scholarships, and has bee endorsed by the Governors Council for Physical Fitness Health and Sport. The race will be held on 8/25 and follows the parade route. Participants get a t-shirt and winners receive the famous Common Grill Rolls! For more information or to register, visit the Chesea Recreation website or email triveline@hotmail.com for more information. Artist In Residence: Annette Baron and Charles Aimone - 7/12 The Chelsea Gallery's Artist In Residence series continues this week during Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights. This week's featured artists are Annette Baron (glass) and Charles Aimone (painting). Held from 6 til 9. Call (734) 475-1008 or visit the Chelsea Gallery website for more information. All Breed Dog Show - 8/31 thru 9/3 The Livonia Kennel Club and Livingston County Kennel Club are holding an all breed dog show, obedience trial and rally at the Chelsea Fairgrounds from 9 til 4. Events include judging, obedience, rally, health clinics, canine good citizen testing, and microchipping. Lots of vendors for all sorts of animal related wares, food available on the grounds. For more information, visit www.livoniakennelclub.com or call (517) 851-4044
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