Figure (Life) Drawing

Our Figure (Life) Drawing sessions offer a focused, creative environment for artists to study the human form. Each Tuesday, a live model, usually nude or mostly nude, moves through a series of timed poses, from quick gestures to longer holds. This rhythm helps artists explore proportion, movement, anatomy, and expressive line work in a supportive, skill-building setting.

Artists of all experience levels are welcome. Please bring your own supplies; tables and chairs are provided.
Participants must be 18 or older due to the nature of the session.

A $10 fee is collected upon arrival.

Please enter through the Walnut Street side door marked “Staff Only.”

Interested in Modeling?

We are always looking for reliable, professional figure models to join our Open Studio rotation. No prior experience is required—just comfort posing nude or mostly nude and the ability to hold both short and extended poses.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 or older

• Comfortable posing nude or mostly nude

• Able to hold a variety of poses

• Reliable and punctual

Compensation:
Models are paid $60 per session.
If the session does not generate enough attendance to meet the $60 minimum, the model will receive 50% of the total door fees collected.
Payment details are confirmed when scheduling.

If you’re interested in modeling, please complete the form below.

This Giving Tuesday, support the Livingston Arts Council and the historic Howell Opera House!

Your gift helps preserve a treasured landmark while providing arts and cultural programming that inspires creativity, builds community, and makes the arts accessible for all.

Ways you can give:

• Make a one-time or recurring donation

• Direct your gift to preservation, youth arts, or community programming

• Contribute to our greatest needs fund

• Include us in your will, trust, or as a beneficiary (planned giving)

Every gift makes a difference close to home. From children’s storytelling and student exhibits to concerts, workshops, and community events — your donation makes it possible.

Together, we can keep the arts thriving in Livingston County. Join us on this global day of giving and be part of the story.

A two day event put on by the Livingston Fine Art Associations - Fine Art Show and Sale. Free and open to the public.

Start your Christmas shopping today!

A two day event put on by the Livingston Fine Art Associations - Fine Art Show and Sale. Free and open to the public during the Fantasy of Lights Parade.

Start your Christmas shopping today!

Livingston Arts Council Office Closed Today!

Figure (Life) Drawing

Our Figure (Life) Drawing sessions offer a focused, creative environment for artists to study the human form. Each Tuesday, a live model, usually nude or mostly nude, moves through a series of timed poses, from quick gestures to longer holds. This rhythm helps artists explore proportion, movement, anatomy, and expressive line work in a supportive, skill-building setting.

Artists of all experience levels are welcome. Please bring your own supplies; tables and chairs are provided.
Participants must be 18 or older due to the nature of the session.

A $10 fee is collected upon arrival.

Please enter through the Walnut Street side door marked “Staff Only.”

Interested in Modeling?

We are always looking for reliable, professional figure models to join our Open Studio rotation. No prior experience is required—just comfort posing nude or mostly nude and the ability to hold both short and extended poses.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 or older

• Comfortable posing nude or mostly nude

• Able to hold a variety of poses

• Reliable and punctual

Compensation:
Models are paid $60 per session.
If the session does not generate enough attendance to meet the $60 minimum, the model will receive 50% of the total door fees collected.
Payment details are confirmed when scheduling.

If you’re interested in modeling, please complete the form below.

Zumba Joanie will be having Zumba class on Monday nights.

$10 drop in or $35 for five class punch card. Pay when you arrive.

Join us at the Opera House for Harvest Hunger Hoot-Michigan Folk Musicians Benefit Concert Fundraiser and Food Drive for Gleaners Community Food Bank. There will also be a silent Auction!

Doors open at 6:30 pm / Performance begins at 7:00 pm

Performers include: Annie & Rod Capps, Kitty Donohoe, Jan Krist, Alan Finkbeiner, Mustard’s Retreat, Wanda Degen, Matt & Kim Watroba, Gary Weisenburg, Zig Zeitler, and Neil Woodward - Michigan’s Troubadour.

Admission/Donation is $20 at the door

https://gcfb.org

Come in from the cold and enjoy the Winter Market! This indoor market is a great place to find seasonal products, baked goods, original art, honey, jewelry, handbags and a variety of other locally made and sourced products.

Free admission! Bring your family and friends!

Remaining dates:

December 7 & 14

January 4 & 18

February 1 & 15

The Livingston Arts Council Presents: “Opera House Live - The Storytellers”

A captivating new series featuring six one-hour storytelling concerts.

Prepare to be transported to different worlds through the power of the spoken word. This inaugural season promises evenings filled with laughter, wonder, and profound human connection, all within the beautifully intimate setting of the Howell Opera House.

This exciting new series will feature the talents of acclaimed storytellers from across the United States, each bringing their unique style and captivating narratives to the Howell stage. The audience can look forward to a diverse range of stories, all delivered with exceptional skill and artistry.

The series will take place on select weekday evenings at 7:00 pm / Doors open at 6:00 pm

• Thursday, November 13, 2025 / Teller: Corinne Stavish

• Thursday, January 8, 2026 / Teller: Paul Strickland

• Thursday, February 12, 2026 / Teller: Adam Mellema

• Thursday, March 19, 2026  /  Teller:  Ingrid Nixon

Individual tickets are $15 - Online sales are now closed - please make your purchase at the door.

CANCELLED THROUGH THE SPRING

Come learn to dance at Colette’s Dance Class

Singles and couples of all ages and experience levels welcome. Open to the public from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm. It’s a great form of exercise, and a fun way to meet new people!

$10 fee at the door.

Join us for Open Studio, a Live Model Study every Tuesday of the month from noon-3:00 pm unless otherwise notified.

Artist may use any medium they wish. Please bring your own supplies; tables and chairs are provided

All artists of any level are welcome! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

Zumba Joanie will be having Zumba class on Monday nights.

$10 drop in or $35 for five class punch card. Pay when you arrive.

Honoring the 50th Anniversary of the sinking of the Edmond Fitzgerald.

Replicating the songs, styles, and moods of the Canadian singer-songwriter's best in a five-piece theatre show, trio format, or solo performance!

Be prepared for a visual and acoustic journey from the Great Lakes to the Canadian Rockies, through the heartbreak of lost loves and haunting melodies.

Doors open at 7:00 pm - Performance begins at 7:30 pm

General Admission is $25; $22 for LAC Members / All sales final

Online ticket sales are now closed. Please make your purchase at the door.

Sponsored by: Bank of Ann Arbor and MTD Construction

Come learn to dance at Colette’s Dance Class

Singles and couples of all ages and experience levels welcome. Open to the public from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm. It’s a great form of exercise, and a fun way to meet new people!

$10 fee at the door.

Join us for Open Studio, a Live Model Study every Tuesday of the month from noon-3:00 pm unless otherwise notified.

Artist may use any medium they wish. Please bring your own supplies; tables and chairs are provided

All artists of any level are welcome! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

Come in from the cold and enjoy the Winter Market! This indoor market is a great place to find seasonal products, baked goods, original art, honey, jewelry, handbags and a variety of other locally made and sourced products.

Free admission! Bring your family and friends!

Remaining dates:

November 16

December 7 & 14

January 4 & 18

February 1 & 15

The 3rd annual festival will be at the Howell Opera House and the Howell Carnegie District Library in Howell, Michigan.

Come learn to dance at Colette’s Dance Class

Singles and couples of all ages and experience levels welcome. Open to the public from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm. It’s a great form of exercise, and a fun way to meet new people!

$10 fee at the door.

Join us for Open Studio, a Live Model Study every Tuesday of the month from noon-3:00 pm unless otherwise notified.

Artist may use any medium they wish. Please bring your own supplies; tables and chairs are provided

All artists of any level are welcome! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

Zumba Joanie will be having Zumba class on Monday nights.

$10 drop in or $35 for five class punch card. Pay when you arrive.

Scary Story Festival by the Ann Arbor Storytellers’ Guild

– Children’s Scary Story – Begins at 6:30 PM - Free admission –  on the first floor.

- Adult Scary Story – Begins at 8:00 PM - Ages 14 and older – The event will take place on the second floor of the Opera House. Please note that there is no heat, so if it's cold outside, the Opera House Theater space may feel chilly. Tickets are $25.00, which includes dessert and beverages. Limited seating is available.

ADULT SCARY STORYTELLING IS SOLD OUT

SPONSORED BY: Bank of Ann Arbor, Doyle Homes, MTD Construction, Beauchamp Water & Spirit of Livingston

Come learn to dance at Colette’s Dance Class

Singles and couples of all ages and experience levels welcome. Open to the public from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm. It’s a great form of exercise, and a fun way to meet new people!

$10 fee at the door.

Join us for Open Studio, a Portrait Session every Third Tuesday of the month from noon-3:00 pm unless otherwise notified.

Artist may use any medium they wish. Please bring your own supplies; tables and chairs are provided

All artists of any level are welcome! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

Once again, the 70s cult film classic returns to the Howell Opera House! Dressing up as a favorite character is encouraged for the costume contest, but not required. Doors open at 8 pm, and the show begins at 9 pm There will be a cash bar and light concessions available for purchase.

Rated R - under 17 requires an accompanying parent or adult guardian.

The ticket price is $25, which includes admission for one and a participation bag.

Online ticket sales will close at 3:00 PM on Friday. If any tickets remain, they will be available for purchase at the door.

Call 517-540-0065 for more information.

SPONSORED BY: Smitty’s HELL Saloon

The Livingston Arts Council Presents: “Opera House Live - The Storytellers”

A captivating new series featuring six one-hour storytelling concerts.

Prepare to be transported to different worlds through the power of the spoken word. This inaugural season promises evenings filled with laughter, wonder, and profound human connection, all within the beautifully intimate setting of the Howell Opera House.

This exciting new series will feature the talents of acclaimed storytellers from across the United States, each bringing their unique style and captivating narratives to the Howell stage. The audience can look forward to a diverse range of stories, all delivered with exceptional skill and artistry.

The series will take place on select weekday evenings at 7:00 pm

• Wednesday, October 15, 2025 / Teller: Sheila Arnold

• Thursday, November 13, 2025 / Teller: Corinne Stavish

• Thursday, January 8, 2026 / Teller: Paul Strickland

• Thursday, February 12, 2026 / Teller: Adam Mellema

• Thursday, March 19, 2026  /  Teller:  Ingrid Nixon

Individual tickets are $15. Online ticket sales will close at 3:00 PM on Wednesday. If tickets remain, they will be available for purchase at the door.