Winter Market
Jan
5

Winter Market

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:

January 5 & 19

February 2 & 16

March 2 & 23

April 6 & 13


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Open Studio
Jan
7

Open Studio

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 welcom! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

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Acoustic featuring Neil Woodward & Gary Weisenburg - Winter Sounds
Jan
10

Acoustic featuring Neil Woodward & Gary Weisenburg - Winter Sounds

Neil Woodward and Gary Weisenburg have been musical brothers for some four decades. They will be sharing new and old songs featuring tracks from their most recent albums, We Were Fearless by Neil Woodward and Taste for the Good Life by Gary Weisenburg.


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

General Admission is $17; $15 for LAC Members. All sales are final. A cash and credit bar, as well as light concessions, will be available. Online ticket sales will close at 3:00 PM on the day of the event. You can purchase tickets at the door if any remain.

Sponsored by: Bank of Ann Arbor, Scully Monroe, MTD Construction, Spirit of Livingston, and Beauchamp Water Treatment Solutions.

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Open Studio
Jan
14

Open Studio

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 welcom! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

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Acoustic featuring James Taylor Tribute
Jan
17

Acoustic featuring James Taylor Tribute

“FIRE & RAIN” An Evening with James Taylor Tribute

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

General Admission is $17; $15 for LAC Members. All sales are final. A cash and credit bar, as well as light concessions, will be available. Online ticket sales will close at 3:00 PM on the day of the event. You can purchase tickets at the door if any remain.

Sponsored by: Bank of Ann Arbor, Scully Monroe Insurance Agency, MTD Construction, Spirit of Livingston, and Beauchamp Water

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Winter Market
Jan
19

Winter Market

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:

February 2 & 16

March 2 & 23

April 6 & 13


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Open Studio
Jan
21

Open Studio

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 welcom! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

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Acoustic featuring Julianne Ankley
Jan
24

Acoustic featuring Julianne Ankley

“An Evening of her Art and Music”

Join us Friday evening for our Acoustic Series featuring Julianne Ankley.

Arrive early to view the Art of Julianne on display and enjoy a beverage at our cash bar. A special presentation of Julianne’s new song, “Ghost of Fort Gratiot Lighthouse,” will also take place.

Visit Julianne's Website

Doors open at 6:45 pm - Performance begins at 7:30 pm.

General Admission is $17; $15 for LAC Members. All sales are final. A cash and credit bar, as well as light concessions, will be available. Online ticket sales will close at 3:00 PM on the day of the event. You can purchase tickets at the door if any remain.

Sponsored by: Bank of Ann Arbor, Scully Monroe Insurance Agency, MTD Construction, Spirit of Livingston, and Beauchamp Water

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Open Studio
Jan
28

Open Studio

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 welcom! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

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Acoustic Featuring The Annie & Rod Capps Quartet
Jan
31

Acoustic Featuring The Annie & Rod Capps Quartet

Join us Friday evening for our Acoustic Series which features; The Annie & Rod Capps Quartet - folk with a touch of twang and a soulful groove!

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

General Admission is $17; $15 for LAC Members. All sales are final. A cash and credit bar, as well as light concessions, will be available. Online ticket sales will close at 3:00 PM on the day of the event. You can purchase tickets at the door if any remain.

Sponsored by: Bank of Ann Arbor, Scully Monroe Insurance Agency, MTD Construction, Spirit of Livingston and Beauchamp Water

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Winter Market
Feb
2

Winter Market

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:

February 16

March 2 & 23

April 6 & 13


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Open Studio
Feb
4

Open Studio

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 welcom! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

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Open Studio
Feb
11

Open Studio

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 welcom! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

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Acoustic Featuring Jill Jack Valentines Special
Feb
14

Acoustic Featuring Jill Jack Valentines Special

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

General Admission is $17; $15 for LAC Members. All sales are final. A cash and credit bar, as well as light concessions, will be available. Online ticket sales will close at 3:00 PM on the day of the event. You can purchase tickets at the door if any remain.

Sponsored by: Bank of Ann Arbor, Scully Monroe Insurance Agency, MTD Construction, Spirit of Livingston and Beauchamp Water

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Winter Market
Feb
16

Winter Market

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:

March 2 & 23

April 6 & 13


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Open Studio
Feb
18

Open Studio

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 welcom! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

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Acoustic Featuring the Blue Water Ramblers
Feb
21

Acoustic Featuring the Blue Water Ramblers

The Blue Water Ramblers are a five-piece Americana & Roots music band specializing in extraordinary folk music with contemporary themes in traditional stylings. Enjoy our unique take on some songs old, some songs new, some songs borrowed and some songs blues. Our hero Woody Guthrie would be pleased that we are singing and writing the people songs and they can join in and sing right along!

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

General Admission is $17; $15 for LAC Members. All sales are final. A cash and credit bar, as well as light concessions, will be available. Online ticket sales will close at 3:00 PM on the day of the event. You can purchase tickets at the door if any remain.

Sponsored by: Bank of Ann Arbor, Scully Monroe Insurance Agency, MTD Construction, Spirit of Livingston and Beauchamp Water

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Open Studio
Feb
25

Open Studio

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 welcom! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

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Acoustic featuring Matthew James Adkins Live
Feb
28

Acoustic featuring Matthew James Adkins Live

Matthew James Adkins is a singer/songwriter recording artist from Michigan.

While he currently resides in Mason; he is originally from Howell. He released his first original album “Stone On My Own” in September of 2021 with Whistle Pig Records out of Detroit. The music on this album has been categorized as “Country Soul”. It’s a unique blend of music which incorporates grit and soul into a catchy country beat mixed with a Detroit City sound. Matt is excited to return to his hometown for the special show!

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

General Admission is $17; $15 for LAC Members. All sales are final. A cash and credit bar, as well as light concessions, will be available. Online ticket sales will close at 3:00 PM on the day of the event. You can purchase tickets at the door if any remain.

General Admission is $17; $15 for LAC Members. All sales are final. A cash and credit bar, as well as light concessions, will be available. Online ticket sales will close at 3:00 PM on the day of the event. You can purchase tickets at the door if any remain.

Sponsored by: Bank of Ann Arbor, Scully Monroe Insurance Agency, MTD Construction, The Spirit of Livingston and Beauchamp Water

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Winter Market
Mar
2

Winter Market

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:

March 23

April 6 & 13


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Open Studio
Mar
4

Open Studio

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 welcom! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

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Open Studio
Mar
11

Open Studio

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 welcom! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

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Winter Market
Mar
23

Winter Market

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:

April 6 & 13


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Winter Market
Apr
6

Winter Market

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:

April 13


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Winter Market
Apr
13

Winter Market

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!

Last Market for the season……

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Kenny Rogers Tribute Show - Christmas & the Hits
Dec
21

Kenny Rogers Tribute Show - Christmas & the Hits

Come join us for “The Ultimate Kenny Rogers Tribute Show” on Saturday, December 21 - Doors Open at 7:15 pm - Show begins at 8:00 pm

Ticket Price: $35 First Row Reserved Seating; $30 General Admission

There will be light concessions available and a cash/credit bar.

All sales final, no refunds.

ONLINE TICKET SALES ARE NOW CLOSED, PLEASE PURCHASE AT THE DOOR

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CANCELLED - Learn to Play Mahjong
Dec
19

CANCELLED - Learn to Play Mahjong

We have new dates for learning to play Mahjong at @Howell Opera House. Wednesday, April 24, Thursday, May 23, and Thursday, June 27, at 6:30 pm.

The Red Dragon Mahjong Social Club would like to thank Sharon Fisher and Blythe Patterson of the Livingston Arts Council for letting us use the space, chairs, card tables, etc., to get us started. We also would like to thank our excellent teacher, Richard Lim!

With a nominal investment of $5 per person paid at the door, you learn the ancient Mahjong game (Chinese rules), have fun, and make new friends.

Mahjong sets will be available. We encourage you to bring your set in case we're short. Game rules/cheat sheet provided.

We want to develop this into a game night affair that folks can plan on attending regularly.

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Open Studio
Dec
17

Open Studio

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 welcom! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

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Winter Market
Dec
15

Winter Market

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:

January 5 & 19

February 2 & 16

March 2 & 23

April 6 & 13


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Holiday Ladies Night Out - Downtown Howell
Dec
12

Holiday Ladies Night Out - Downtown Howell

Round up your mother, sister, co-workers, and girlfriends for an evening of fun and merriment on December 12th from 5:00-9:00 p.m. while you shop, dine, and experience downtown Howell!

Stop by the Opera House to see a wide array of original art, jewelry, knitted items, wood items, and other gifts for sale – perfect for your holiday shopping !

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Dance Class
Dec
10

Dance Class

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.

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Open Studio
Dec
10

Open Studio

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 welcom! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

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Jill Jack Celebrates the Holidays
Dec
7

Jill Jack Celebrates the Holidays

Jill Jack is back to celebrate the holidays with us. This concert will feature holiday songs sure to please loyal fans as well as those new to Jill Jack’s work.

Doors open at 7:00 pm; 7:30 pm Show

Tickets are on sale now; $30 Reserved Front Row, $25 General Admission. Light concession available for purchase as well as a cash/credit bar.

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

For questions or to make your purchase over the phone call 517-540-0065

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Dance Class
Dec
3

Dance Class

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.

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Open Studio
Dec
3

Open Studio

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 welcom! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

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Winter Market
Dec
1

Winter Market

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 15

January 5 & 19

February 2 & 16

March 2 & 23

April 6 & 13


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Dance Class
Nov
26

Dance Class

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.

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Open Studio
Nov
26

Open Studio

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 welcom! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

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Hunger Hoot
Nov
23

Hunger Hoot

Join us for Harvest Hunger Hoot-Michigan Folk Musicians Benefit Concert Fundraiser and Food Drive for Gleaners Community Food Bank. Artists include Annie and Rod Capps, Wanda Degen, Jan Krist, Matt Watroba, William Wyatt and Neil Woodward, Michigan’s Troubadour. We fellow artists believe access to decent food and water is a human right. Our American celebration of Thanksgiving is a call for all of us to share the bounty of a successful harvest! There will also be a silent Auction!

Hunger Hoot at the Howell Opera House | Gleaners Community Food Bank

Online donations virtual drive:

2024 Howell Opera House Livingston Arts Council | Gleaners Virtual Food Drive

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Learn to Play Mahjong
Nov
21

Learn to Play Mahjong

We have new dates for learning to play Mahjong at @Howell Opera House. Wednesday, April 24, Thursday, May 23, and Thursday, June 27, at 6:30 pm.

The Red Dragon Mahjong Social Club would like to thank Sharon Fisher and Blythe Patterson of the Livingston Arts Council for letting us use the space, chairs, card tables, etc., to get us started. We also would like to thank our excellent teacher, Richard Lim!

With a nominal investment of $5 per person paid at the door, you learn the ancient Mahjong game (Chinese rules), have fun, and make new friends.

Mahjong sets will be available. We encourage you to bring your set in case we're short. Game rules/cheat sheet provided.

We want to develop this into a game night affair that folks can plan on attending regularly.

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Dance Class
Nov
19

Dance Class

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.

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Open Studio
Nov
19

Open Studio

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 welcom! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

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Winter Market
Nov
17

Winter Market

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 17

December 1 & 15

January 5 & 19

February 2 & 16

March 2 & 23

April 6 & 13


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Authors Night
Nov
14

Authors Night

MEET THE AUTHORS…….

Stop in and meet the local authors. Start your holiday shopping at the Opera House with both children’s and adult books, while enjoying coffee and desserts and music by Jim Fugit.

Enjoy and purchase the books of:

J.R. Armstrong, Kelly Aten, Kaaren Christopherson, Dave Dilworth, Beth Duman, Steven Gamburd, Mike Goyette, Kenneth John, David Kenney, Dawn Kittle, Karl Kling, Debbie Kellogg Lewis, Armayne Lyons, Joshua Marcovitz, Katherine Nightingale and Vera Thornton

Sponsored by: Bank of Ann Arbor & Executive Wealth Management

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Dance Class
Nov
12

Dance Class

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.

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Open Studio
Nov
12

Open Studio

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 welcom! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

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Michigan Bright Water Storytelling Festival
Nov
9

Michigan Bright Water Storytelling Festival

The 2nd annual festival will be at the Howell Opera House and the Howell Carnegie District Library in Howell, Michigan.

Throughout the day, Michigan Bright Water Storytelling Festival will host 3 engaging storytelling workshops, an open mic, and an evening concert at the Opera House.

There will also be a special afternoon Family Track with a concert, workshops and open mic at the Library.

Information will be added to the 2024 Festival page on this website as details are finalized. Festival Registration and Ticket information can also be found on the Festival page link above.

Tickets also available the day of the festival at Howell Opera House.

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Dance Class
Nov
5

Dance Class

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.

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Open Studio
Nov
5

Open Studio

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 welcom! Please enter through the side door of Walnut Street that says “staff only”.

A $10 fee will be collected when you arrive.

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