Special Events
It seems as though something special is always going on in Alpena. Festivals and events that celebrate Independence Day, antique steam engines, classic cars, lighthouses, Santa Claus, the Thunder Bay River, and a fish called “Big Brownie” are just a smattering of the special events that take place in Alpena year ‘round. Great performances at the Alpena Fine Arts Shell, Alpena High School Auditorium, the Alpena County Library and Alpena Community College’s Granum Theatre are scheduled throughout the year.
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Mr. Sugden formally studied in Paris under French painter,Arnaud D'Hauterives (winner Grand Prix de Rome). Since graduation from the New York School of Visual Arts and the Paris American Academie des Beaux in Paris, Sugden has made 12 journeys throughout the Himalaya and Tibet creating drawings on location. In 1990, Phil and his wife, Carole Elchert, were awareded grants from the Ohio Joint Projects in the Arts and Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities, to create a PBS presentation and companion book based on their 1998 Cultural Arts Expedition to Tibet. They were the guests of His Holiness the Dalai Lama and completed the project entitled, "White Lotus, An Introduction to Tibetan Culture." In 1991, His Holiness, the Dalai Lama was their guest for two days in the Findlay, Ohio home. Sugden's work has been exhibited in more than 90 solo and 130 group shows in museums and galleries internationally. Phillip's drawings have been published in a full-color exhibit catalog entitled, "Visions from the Fields of Merit; Drawings of Tibet and the Himalayas" The book includes a Forward written by the Dalai Lama. |
NOON to 6PM
A unique gallery experience. The largest regional fine arts gallery, featuring over 30 juried artists. Come view our selection of affordable fine art and unique gifts in all price ranges. Will be open until 9pm on Fridays in the month of July ONLY.
10AM to 1PM
Carving sessions are held at the Besser Museum of Northeast Michigan on Thursdays from 1p.m.-4p.m. and the Alpena County Library on Tuesdays, from 1p.m.-4p.m. New members are always welcome.
Time: Wednesday-Saturday, 7:30PM & Sunday 2PM
8AM to 12:00 NOON or until sold out...
Locally grown fresh produce, baked goods, cut flowers, perennials, maple syrup, honey and arts and crafts from Alpena, Alcona, Montmorency, Presque Isle, and Oscoda counties.
On the Road (4-6)
$80 each or $125 for 2 children (adult must attend last 15 minutes of class). Includes all materials, music CD, craft & snack. Space is limited to 12 children per class. Register today. Classes fill up quickly.
Relive your childhood with your child. Every song is likely to revive a memory from your summers' past. Play "Eye Spy" and find shapes in the clouds to jpass the time. Take imaginary trips to vacation destinations on a bus named "Van Go".
*** Interested in day or evening workshops? OR a baby workshop Newborn to 18 months? Please contact me. If we have enough parents and children interested in evening or baby events, I can make this happen.***
The American Red Cross Great Lakes Blood Services Region and Best Buy have joined forces to encourage all eligible donors to make an appointment to donate blood. All presenting donors will have the chance to win one (1) of three (3) $500 Best Buy gift cards. A winner will be drawn monthly in June, July and August.
As we enter the difficult summer month, the American Red Cross is encouraging all eligible donors to make an appointment to donate blood. During the summer, blood donations tend to decrease because of busy summer travels. However, the need for blood rises because of the increase in roadway and waterway-related accidents.
To make an appointment to donate blood this summer, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org .
Thank you for all you do to help support the life-saving mission of the American Red Cross!
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