tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054Sat, 05 Oct 2024 02:10:33 +0000chelsea michiganAberdeen bikeChelsea FairFender BenderRunblog subscriptionchelsea festivalseventsrss feedsounds and sightsCommunity news, events, updates, observations, and random musings in Chelsea, Michigan. A supplement to the Things To Do In Chelsea website.https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (LBS)Blogger214125en-ustag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-4084312007238020277Tue, 26 Jun 2012 23:47:00 +00002022-02-17T12:02:02.453-05:00 The Chelsea Blog was created in 2007 as a sidekick to the Things To Do In Chelsea website which was launched in 2005 and active until 2012. Things To Do In Chelsea was the primary online resource for residents and visitors in and around Chelsea Michigan. It was a busy hub of current events, information for visitors, lists of places to take classes, local groups to join, and contact information https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2012/06/the-chelsea-blog-has-merged-with.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)Chelsea, MI 48118, USA42.3180919 -84.020502942.2711249 -84.1011839 42.3650589 -83.9398219tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-5854758998826291832Fri, 18 Feb 2011 17:31:00 +00002011-02-18T13:26:36.026-05:00 Visit JiffyMix.com Most everyone who has heard of Chelsea, Michigan instantly thinks of the iconic Jiffy Mix. Folks come from near and far to tour Jiffy (aka Chelsea Milling Co.), which represents Chelsea's historic past and our modern day success as a vibrant community in small town America. If you haven't been to Jiffy lately (or ever!) be sure to read this recent article from the Chelsea https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2011/02/whether-you-live-nearby-or-are-visting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-4065504989046610712Thu, 17 Feb 2011 21:39:00 +00002011-02-17T16:40:30.662-05:00Staying in town for the long weekend? Here are a few editor's picks for things to do (click links for details): Winter Fleece Fair with the Spinners Flock - Saturday 2/19 from 10-4 pm at Beach Middle School Family Ice Fishing and Bonfire at Waterloo Recreation Area - Saturday 2/19 from 1-4pm Film Showing: Mad City Chickens at Chelsea District Library - Monday 2/21 at 6:15pm  Corktown at https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2011/02/presidents-day-weekend-highlights-in.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-569691589649995991Thu, 10 Feb 2011 17:26:00 +00002011-02-10T12:26:16.205-05:00While there are always lots of fun things to do in Chelsea, every couple of months there is a VERY busy weekend here in town. This Valentine's weekend is one of those weekends, with no shortage of activities and events for couples, families, individuals and friends. Everything from music, dancing, networking, art, nature, fancy and casual, here are a few highlights: Click the link to the event https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2011/02/bored-not-this-weekend-highlight-of.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-4301383586621784424Wed, 22 Dec 2010 21:22:00 +00002010-12-22T16:58:27.093-05:00The Chelsea Blog has taken a bit of hiatus this year. This has been for a variety of reasons, but most specifically because we have found that keeping in touch via Facebook has been a great way to connect with Things To Do In Chelsea visitors. We will be making some changes in 2011 that will provide more content, interesting information, better communication and a way for Chelsea businesses to https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2010/12/stay-connected.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-1035442863611306035Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:11:00 +00002010-02-09T12:24:10.049-05:00Celebrate Valentine's Day with your friends and family this Saturday, February 13, for the second annual Chocolate Extravaganza in Chelsea. Not a big fan of Valentine's Day? Then just come for the chocolate! Local merchants and organizations are offering specials, treats and activities for all ages. Pay no mind to the snow.... bet you can find some hot chocolate without looking too far!See https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2010/02/chocolate-extravaganza-2010-celebrate.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-3318403056000004829Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:24:00 +00002009-11-04T09:56:43.891-05:00Just before midnight on election day, The Chelsea Standard and Ann Arbor.com reported results from the polls:Chelsea City GovernmentMayor: Jason LindauerCity Council: Ann Feeney, Frank Hammer and Cheri AlbertsonRead more: Election 2009: Feeney, Hammer, Albertson return to City Council (Chelsea Standard, 11/2/09)Feeney, Hammer and Alberston take Chelsea City Council seats (AnnArbor.com, 11/2/09)https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/11/election-results.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-6688695682640857504Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:10:00 +00002009-11-02T17:42:06.471-05:00Don't forget to get out and vote! Voting Day is on Tuesday, November 3, 2009 from 7am until 8pm. City residents vote at the Washington Street Education Center.Voting Day event listing on Things To Do in ChelseaOn the Ballot:City Mayor - Only one candidate is on the ballot, Jason F. Lindauer. The deadline for submitting a Declaration for Intent as a write-in candidate has passed.City Council - We https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/11/voting-day.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-6624650651093907668Sat, 31 Oct 2009 15:45:00 +00002009-10-31T11:45:00.163-04:00The small town city of Chelsea was recently highlighted on the "Midwest Guest... Mostly Midwestern Meanderings" blog. Read the full article here:"Chelsea, Michigan, maintains small-town charm while developing as a Midwestern arts center"The article discusses the history of Chelsea, the Daniels family, Jiffy, and many of the old and interesting buildings in our downtown.Thanks for the informative https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/10/on-web-chelsea-maintains-small-town.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-8799555568799479037Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:32:00 +00002009-10-30T10:47:06.125-04:00There are lots of fun things planned in Chelsea this Halloween! Most events start after the official trick or treating time in the city, which is from 4-6pm.Click here to find "Halloween" events from October 30-November 1 on the Things To Do In Chelsea community events calendar.Happy Halloween! https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/10/halloween-events-this-weekend.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-2017589240187234746Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:02:00 +00002009-10-30T10:32:11.336-04:002009 Citizen of the Year - Congratulations to Nancy Harris who was recently awarded Chelsea's "2009 Citizen of the Year". The annual award is co-sponsored by the Chelsea Area Chamber of Commerce and the Chelsea Standard. Nancy is an active community volunteer, and founder of the Hearts Community Service which has recently opened the Bliss Resale shop in downtown Chelsea.2009 Lifetime Achievement https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/10/congratulations-to-chelseas-2009.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-8733788510932410371Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:32:00 +00002009-10-20T10:39:46.717-04:00PRESS RELEASE - The Chelsea District Library will be spending the entire week of October 18-24, 2009 celebrating its Friends of the Library Group.The Friends of the Chelsea District Library were organized in 1949 and have given over $16,000 in gifts to the library so far this year. Over 45 dues-paying members have been joined by dozens of additional volunteers to conduct various fundraising https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/10/chelsea-district-library-celebrates.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-2138217879820128715Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:19:00 +00002009-10-20T11:39:26.420-04:00Things To Do In Chelsea and The Chelsea Blog can now also be found on Facebook. Join as our fan to receive event highlights, chat about the community and be linked up with others who live in and visit our great community. Chelsea Blog posts are directly linked to the Facebook page, so you won't have to worry about missing any updates from here either.Click below to visit our page:FB.init("https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/10/hey-chelsea-blog-followers-have-you.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-7029428297299450469Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:05:00 +00002009-09-18T08:19:48.982-04:00Hearty congratulations to Chelsea High School's National Merit Scholarship finalists!Diana BachCameron BeattyOlivia DetroyerKate Lewis-LakinViktor RozsaTristan WeberRead more in Detroit FreePress article: National Merit Scholars named (9/16/09). This article contains a link to a PDF file listing all the winners in Michigan.Direct link to Press Release on NationalMerit.org website: Semifinalists https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/09/chelsea-high-school-students-named.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-5201529938008478758Fri, 28 Aug 2009 16:37:00 +00002009-08-28T12:47:07.672-04:00Now that we're in the peak of the garden growing season, friends and neighbors may find themselves with more tomatoes, zucchini and other veggies than they know what to do with. You may be happy to learn that Faith In Action in Chelsea and Dexter welcomes donations of fresh food from your home garden for their food pantry.To learn more about Faith In Action, contact them at (734) 475-3305 or https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/08/did-you-know-faith-in-action-also.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-4360231230380889475Tue, 25 Aug 2009 14:00:00 +00002009-08-25T14:31:03.067-04:00The 2009 Chelsea Community Fair begins today! Technically it started already, with entries entered and exhibits well underway, but the official start to the fair takes place after the annual Children's Parade (Tuesday 8/25 at 5:30).The full schedule is available on the fair website: Chelsea Fair's 2009 Main Schedule. Here are a few highlights:LocationChelsea Fair Grounds20501 Old US-12Chelsea, https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/08/chelsea-community-officially-fair.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-42992704612468774Sat, 22 Aug 2009 22:35:00 +00002009-08-22T18:49:46.133-04:00Chelsea Fairchelsea michiganRunIt's not too late to join Chelsea's third annual 1-mile run/walk from the Chelsea Fire Station to the Chelsea Fairgrounds. The race starts at 12:30 on August 29 and follows the Chelsea Fair parade route, so your friends and neighbors can cheer you on as they hold down prime parade-watching spots. You can register at the corner of Taylor St. and Old US 12 on the day of the run, or visit http://https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/08/sign-up-to-run-for-rolls.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-6389799454009445747Fri, 07 Aug 2009 13:08:00 +00002009-08-07T09:08:00.390-04:00A note from Chelsea's Volunteer Film Location ScoutDid you know that Chelsea has it's very own volunteer location scout? This person is the liaison between the City of Chelsea and the Michigan Film Office. The Michigan Film Office keeps a database of photos of locations for movie producers to view and consider for filming. We are in the process of gathering great photos of Chelsea to add to the https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/08/do-you-have-great-place-for-movie.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-8354582008466086091Wed, 05 Aug 2009 17:24:00 +00002009-08-05T17:29:32.303-04:00Nominations for Citizen of the Year and Lifetime Achievement Award: Deadline August 14, 2009The Chelsea Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for The Chelsea Citizen of the Year and The Lifetime Achievement Award. Candidates must either live, work, or participate in Chelsea or one of the surrounding townships.Please include the person’s name, phone number, address, who is https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/08/send-in-your-nomination-for-citizen-of.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-9176004973031048688Wed, 05 Aug 2009 01:04:00 +00002009-08-04T21:20:34.534-04:00Excerpt from the Detroit Free Press - 8/2/2009How the arts can change livesThe tall kid was leaving basketball practice when the teacher directing the school musical called him over. "South Pacific" was in desperate need of guys for the chorus, not an uncommon problem at smaller schools. Since the tall kid was in choir, could he please, please join the crew of singing sailors?AdvertisementThe kidhttps://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/08/detroit-freepress-talks-to-jeff-daniels.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-8709434032191409981Thu, 23 Jul 2009 04:03:00 +00002009-07-23T00:19:50.320-04:00I love a challenge! Quick! You have until 12 p.m. Thursday 7/23 to share with us why you want to celebrate tonight and go to the Rare Earth concert here in Chelsea. Two winners will be chosen at random to receive 2 tickets to the Rare Earth and Howling Diablos concert in Chelsea tonight (7/23 at 8pm).Visit our Facebook page to learn more:FB.init("21840df5617403c7e386d5e00fa0ce69");Things To Do Inhttps://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/07/win-tickets-to-tonights-rare-earth.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-5769814861175687678Wed, 22 Jul 2009 18:12:00 +00002009-07-22T15:50:58.919-04:00As a sure sign that we are in the peak of summer, Chelsea Summerfest takes place this weekend. The weekend kicks off with a big concert on Thursday night featuring Rare Earth and the Howling Diablos. This is technically a Sounds & Sights concert, but those of us who love to relax in the Food & Entertainment Court (aka beer tent) don't mind which festival it is, as long as there is food, https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/07/food-fun-and-live-music-at-chelsea.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-2606887877986288635Fri, 17 Jul 2009 01:54:00 +00002009-07-16T22:12:37.940-04:00We may be getting closer and closer to starting the new school year, but there is still plenty of time left this summer to relax, hang out and have fun. And thanks to SRSLY and the Chelsea Library, we don't even have to leave town to enjoy popcorn and movie with friends.The Chelsea Library is offering Movie Mondays, featuring movie matinees for families. The schedule for the rest of the summer ishttps://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/07/movies-for-all-ages-in-chelsea-still.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-8028783545384178629Tue, 14 Jul 2009 12:44:00 +00002009-07-14T08:44:00.221-04:00Click for ticket informationOnce again, the folks at Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights are bringing us a big concert here in Chelsea. This year's event features Motown band Rare Earth, who known for such hits as I Just Want to Celebrate and Get Ready -- and many others. Here is a vintage video of the band performing in 1974.Also performing is award-winning Detroit band the Howling Diablos, https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/07/i-just-want-to-celebrate-rare-earth-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LBS)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-811212926057347054.post-1890054586459815589Mon, 13 Jul 2009 14:05:00 +00002009-07-13T10:16:25.217-04:00Aberdeen bikeFender BenderMr B's Joybox Express makes a stop at Aberdeen today, noon-2, en route to the pre-art fair Townie Party in Ann Arbor. We hear Mike's bike band, Fender Bender, is playing, too - then riding into Ann Arbor with the Piano Bike.https://chelsea-mi.blogspot.com/2009/07/free-concert-at-aberdeen-bike-outdoor.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0