Apr 22 Monday
DATE(S):May 3, 4, and 5
TIME(S):7 – 9: 30 a.m.
AGE RANGE(S):Adults
ABOUT THIS EVENTDiscover the beautiful birds that call Ford House home with birding expert Rosann Kovalcik from Wild Birds Unlimited Grosse Pointe. Join us for an engaging stroll through the picturesque Ford House grounds, where each outing offers the chance for a unique experience to see many birds. After the walk, unwind with a cup of coffee or tea while compiling a list of the birds found.
This captivating birding expedition spans approximately one and a half to two hours, navigating both paved and unpaved paths. Dress appropriately for the weather, including comfortable waterproof shoes. Don’t worry if you don’t have binoculars – you can borrow a pair from us!
Should the weather take an unexpected turn, fear not. If the program is canceled, your tickets can be donated to Ford House Education initiatives or exchanged for another exciting program. Immerse yourself in the world of birds at Ford House – where every walk is a new adventure!
ADMISSIONS:Friend of Ford House/Member Adult: $8Public Adults: $10
The conference aims to provide a platform for attendees to exchange ideas, collaborate, and find solutions to pressing challenges in the areas of mechanical engineering, architecture, computation, automation, aerospace engineering, and environmental resilience. Topics of discussion will include innovations in mechanical efficiency, design and fabrication, sustainable construction practices, environmentally conscious solutions, advancements in automation and computation, and much more. The conference will be an opportunity for attendees to network with leading professionals, attend informative workshops and sessions, and gain a deeper understanding of the latest advances in these exciting fields
In "Andrea Carlson Future Cache," a 40-foot-tall memorial wall towers over visitors, commemorating the Cheboiganing (Burt Lake) Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians who were violently burned from their land in Northern Michigan on October 15, 1900. Written across the walls above and around the memorial, a statement proclaims Anishinaabe rights to the land we stand on: “You are on Anishinaabe Land.”
Presented alongside are paintings of imagined decolonized landscapes and a symbolic cache of provisions. Future Cache implicitly asks those who have benefited from the legacies of colonization to consider where they stand and where to go from here and seeks to foster a sense of belonging for displaced Indigenous peoples fighting for restitution.
Andy T's Urban Vision is the first mid-career retrospective of Detroit-based installation artist Andrew W. Thompson, popularly known as “Andy T.” As a sculptor, Thompson gives new life to discarded objects such as tires, grocery bags, plastic bottles, and mailing envelopes, thereby integrating questions of environmental, social, and economic sustainability into the context of art. Treating art as a “fundamental life-organizing principle,” the artist observes, researches, and interprets how everyday items circulate, shape, and express social beliefs and cultural customs.
Image: 𝑈𝑛𝑡𝑖𝑡𝑙𝑒𝑑: 𝐴𝑛𝑡𝑜𝑛 𝐴𝑟𝑡 𝐶𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑟, Andrew W. Thompson, inkjet print, 2012.
The Annual City-wide Community Clean-up is occurring in Pontiac for a third straight year! We welcome all volunteers to our kickoff event Earth Day, April 22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to beautify downtown Pontiac, local parks, and neighborhoods.
The event will be conducted from April to July. Volunteers will receive a free t-shirt and will be supplied necessary tools to clean their designated areas. The City-wide Community Clean-up will end with a celebration in July to thank volunteers and partner organizations for their efforts. It will include delicious food, music, and plenty of fun activities.
Kick off location will be at the vacant parking lot next to LBI Limited (58 W. Huron St., Pontiac) corner of W. Huron St. and Woodward Ave). For information on other clean-up dates or anyone interested in volunteering can register at- https://tinyurl.com/2024CityCleanupReg
The Stamelos Gallery Center is proud to share the inaugural MWCS Signature Exhibition, guest curated by Rocco Pisto, with the campus and greater community. Forty-two exceptional artists have qualified for their Signature status with MWCS by being juried into at least four annual exhibitions over the last ten to twelve years. Signature members that have also completed a three-year term on the board received a Great Lakes Fellow designation to honor their volunteer service. There are thirteen Great Lakes Fellows exhibiting.
These Signature Members come from all parts of the state. Their work varies from representational to abstract, and everything in between, as each artist shares their distinctive styles and techniques. The remarkable watercolors featured in this exhibition are a sound representation of MWCS membership and the extraordinary artistic talent here in Michigan.
This exhibition is free to the public and will be on view at the Stamelos Gallery Center from July 14th until September 24th.
For more information or to check hours of operation please visit: www.umdearborn.edu/stamelos.
Image title: Laketown by Mark Bonnette
The Charlotte Community Library Fiber Circle meets weekly at 6:00pm every Monday as a social gathering for knitters, crocheters, and stitchers of all ages and skill levels. Although formal instruction is not provided, members will assist each other with techniques and skills.
**Please note that the Fiber Circle meets at the Yarn Garden, located at 131 S Cochran Ave, Charlotte, MI 48813, on the fourth Monday of each month.**
Join us for Crafts & Laughs on Monday April 22nd 6-8pm to make a Jar with Wooden Flowers. $5 entry fee. $20 for Jar and 5 flowers. additional flowers available for $4 each. a variety will be available-no need to select in advance. email Shawna at tiemeyer302@yahoo.com with questions.
If you've ever felt like you just can't get in control of your money, you're not alone. You'd be surprised how many people you know are struggling just like you. But it's time for your struggle to end—starting today. Join my Financial Peace University class at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 4205 Washtenaw Ave for 9 weeks, starting on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 6:30-8:30PM, and learn how you can pay off debt, save more money, and build wealth. Visit https://www.fpu.com/E67E95 to sign up!
*ONE PURCHASE, 4 GREAT CLASSES* PRICE IS PER GUEST.DATE(S):Wednesdays in April (April 3, 10, 17, and 24)
TIME(S):6:30 p.m.
ABOUT THIS EVENTStep into the enchanting world of ballroom dance with Louis Johnson, the passionate head coach of Momentum Ballroom Dance Team! Inspired by the timeless romance of Edsel and Eleanor Ford, who first met at a dance class, our ballroom dance class invites you to discover the elegance of the Foxtrot. Whether you’re a solo dancer or arriving with a friend, Louis welcomes all skill levels to experience the joy of smooth, flowing movements across the dance floor.
The Foxtrot, a smooth, progressive dance characterized by long, continuous flowing movements across the dance floor, has its roots in the 1910s. The dance reached its peak in the glamorous 1930s and still captivates hearts today.
Louis Johnson is a nationally ranked club of Pro/Am Dancesport competitors based in Detroit. In addition to Ballroom Dancing, Louis is also a DJ, basketball analyst, Tech serviceman, Humorist, Comedy Writer, and stand-up Comedian. He brings his expertise to each lesson, creating an atmosphere where good music and good food meet the art of dance.
This class takes place over four weekly sessions.
Book your ballroom dance adventure now! Louis is available for additional lessons throughout the week, providing a unique opportunity to embrace the rhythm and connect with the art of paired movement. Call or text 586-935-7944 to schedule your appointment and let the magic of dance unfold.
ADMISSIONS:Friend of Ford House/Member Adult: $40Public Adults: $48