Chocolate Walk Easel Give Away and more coming up October 21
Win a free tabletop artist easel. Buy your ticket to the Chocolate Walk today. The prize will be awarded to the person who purchases the 100th ticket.
St Johns 2023 Chocolate Walk Regular Ticket are $20.00, and Golden Ticket will be $25.00.
Learn more at https://clintoncountyarts.org/chocolate-walk/
Order you tickets online here.
Enjoy an afternoon from noon – 4 p.m. touring St. Johns for a mini scavenger hunt inside each business while collecting chocolate treats. Complete your map by visiting each stop for a chance to win a prize! Be sure to stop at our bonus locations outside of the downtown area for additional chances to win.
MMDHD Walk-In clinic scheduled for October 26
Mid Michigan District Health Department will be offering Walk-In Flu Clinics in October in all 3 locations. Every clinic will run from 8:30 a.m.-4.p.m.
The St. Johns clinic will be held on October 26 at the district office located at 1307 E. Townsend Road.
Use this as a great opportunity to get ahead of flu season this fall. COVID-19 Vaccines will also be offered when available.
Singers on the Grand take a new stage November 11
It’s the 25th anniversary season for Singer on the Grand, and their 2023 fall revue takes them to St. Johns on the evening of Saturday, November 11 at the Middle School Auditorium at 7:00 p.m.
Hear the stylings of their unique vocalists and spirited Grand Band as they salute the diverse music of the vinyl record era. Reminisce with your favorite pop, rock and inspirational tunes from artists like: The Beatles, Dolly Parton, The Eagles, Carly Simon, Tony Bennett, Elvis, The Everly Brothers, Huey Lewis and so many more.
General admission tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the door or online at https://sotg.brownpapertickets.com/ beginning on October 14.
Art Classes coming up in October and November
8 Week Still Life Drawing Class Series begins October 26
The Art & Soul Gallery is hosting an 8 week series of Still Life Drawing Classes, starting Thursday, October 26 and ending December 21. Thanksgiving day will be excluded.
This class, which meets from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. will be taught by Theressa Levett, the director of the Art & Soul Gallery. Participants will discuss drawing materials, composition, balance, value, etc. This is a great class for beginner and intermediate artists, but all are welcome to attend. Ages 12 and up.
Drawing materials will be provided. This cost for the series is $40.
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Mark your calendar for November 17 – 19, 2023 for the Holiday Arts and Crafts Show at the Art & Soul Gallery.
The Art & Soul Gallery will be hosting its first annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Show. Due to limited spacing this will be a juried event. Please send your business info and 3 photos of your arts or crafts to ArtandSoulGallery215@gmail.com
The entry fee for this event is $40. Table rentals are $10 for an 8ft table, $8 for a 6ft table, $5 for half of an 8ft table (shared with another artist) and $5 for a 4ft x 2ft table.
Please include table preference in your email. Artists and Crafters will be notified of space availability by October 27, 2023.
Let’s Get Scrapping with Ida Van Beelen on Wednesday, October 25 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Cost is $31.50 – $35.00
Curious about scrapbooking? Wondering where to get started? Have you started and don’t need more inspiration? We have the perfect class for you. In our Let’s Get Scrapping class, Ida will walk you through a beginning scrapbook layout that will feature basic tools from Creative Memories. Each class will start with a beginner layout (minimal tools) and then we will show ways to use additional tools and supplies as your scrappy skills grow! Ida will teach you how to work with sketches to create and customize amazing pages. With your class registration you will receive a Project Recipe Kit. Ida will help you create beautiful fall pages and will have tools and adhesive available for you to use during the class. All you need to bring is your photos.
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Mandala Designing Workshop Saturday, October 28 Noon – 5:00 PM
Join us at the Art & Soul Gallery for this fun and relaxing class taught by Theressa Levett to create your very own, wooden mandala. Mandala art originally focused on creating an art piece that represents balance, designed within a circle that contains a symmetrical pattern, with each part representing a part of the cosmos or the deities that make up portions of the universe.
The creative process of mandala making helps to find peace in the universe through balance. Mandalas can be made with a myriad of patterns and designs. It is all up to the artist what the pattern becomes and means to them. Mandalas can also be made simply for the artist to enjoy the process.Each participant will be able to design mandalas on paper, then design and paint one, final mandala on a 12″ wood board.
All supplies are provided. This class is $40.
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Watercolor Skill Building Workshop with Lisabeth Curnow – Tuesday, October 24 1:00 – 5:00 PM
$54.00 – $60.00
No more wishy-washy watercolor paintings. Learn the principles and techniques needed to take your watercolor paintings to the next level in this Watercolor Workshop at The Art & Soul Gallery. Through a series of skill building exercises, award winning watercolor artist, Lisabeth Curnow, will show you how to create various textures, shadows, and depth of tone. These skills will enable you to paint more realistic landscapes and still-life.
This workshop is for anyone interested in creating watercolor paintings that are inspired by the world around them.
Previous watercolor experience is helpful. Bring your own supplies to get a better understanding and knowledge of how to use them. Otherwise, supplies will be provided.
This class is $60. Sign up here
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Watercolor Mini-Retreat with Susan Mahoney – “Fall”
$22.50 – $25.00
Join Susan Mahoney on Thursday, October 26 from 6:30 – 8:30, to paint relaxing, fall-themed paintings. Great if you have creative block, want to paint with others, or just need some art Me-Time. This session is suitable for those who know the bare-bones basics of using watercolor paints and want to be guided through the projects.
Calendar marks Historical Society’s 50th
Buy it for the calendar; keep it for the vintage photos.
Help celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Clinton County Historical Society
The Clinton County Historical Society was established in 1974. To begin the celebration they have collected vintage photographs from around the county to illustrate a 2024 calendar.
Beyond its practical use, the calendar will make a great souvenir or gift. It is now available.
To order text Julie Peters: (989) 501-0599 Or email: petersj@msu.edu. The pick-up cost is $10.00. Mailed cost is $15.00.
Fairgrounds site of Fall Frenzy October 24
Join Clinton County 4-H at the Clinton County Fairgrounds, Smith Hall, for a great evening of Fall Fun from 6 – 8 p.m. on October 24. Registration is not required but is appreciated.
This event is free for all to enjoy. .
Enjoy snacks, hayrides, crafts, and more!
Save the Date: Friendsgiving November 12, 2023
The Eat Healthy Eat Local Foundation has started planning their newest annual event – Friendsgiving!
They are collaborating with G3food4All to create a unique dining experience featuring local food for you and your friends to enjoy.
This event will take place at the Pierson 319 Building in downtown St. Johns on November 12, 2023. Doors will open at 3 p.m., dinner served at 4 p.m. and you’ll have a neat souvenir to take home with you along with a lot of fun memories, and prize giveaways.
Stay tuned for the menu announcement, and tickets will be on sale soon. Tickets will be limited to 40 tickets available, so you should plan to get them ASAP.