Birmingham, MI--The 32nd Annual OUR TOWN Art Show and Sale will take place October 19-22, at The Community House, 380 South Bates Street, Birmingham. The juried, all media art show provides a forum for Michigan artists to display and sell their work.

This year’s event will showcase 357 pieces of artwork from 142 Michigan artists. The art exhibition includes paintings, pastels, sculptures, glassworks, fiber works, photography, jewelry and mixed media. Thirty-five percent of the proceeds from the art sales will be used to fund The Community House children’s and adult’s programs and services.

OUR TOWN kicks off with an Opening Night Party, 6-9 p.m. Thursday October 19. The evening includes artists’ recognition reception, strolling hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, live entertainment, and the first opportunity to preview and purchase art. In addition, this year’s event will feature a silent auction and luxury raffle with mobile bidding. Friend tickets, with admission at 6:00 p.m. are $75. Benefactor tickets, with admission at 5:30 p.m. start at $250.

Following the Opening Night Party, the Show will be open to the public, free of charge from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, October 20 and 21; 10 a.m.–noon on Sunday, October, 22.

The 2017 OUR TOWN Art Show and Sale Co-Chairs are Caroline Rooney-Dempster and Robert Dempster. Benefactor Co-Chairs are Carla Grava and Pamela Rossiter. The Show was juried by Barbara Heller and Weatherly Stroh.

The event is presented by The DeRoy Testamentary Foundation. Other sponsors include The Michigan Design Center, Armina Interiors, Detroit Home Magazine and 90.9 WRCJ.

For reservations to the Opening Night Party or for more information, contact The Community House, 380 South Bates Street, Birmingham, 248-644-5832, or visit www.communityhouse.com.

The Community House is a 501c3 non-profit organization that is home to those seeking continuity between personal, professional, philanthropic and recreational pursuits. In addition, The Community House is proud to support 14 additional non-profits and groups that call The Community House “home” and use Community House resources to continue their work in the shared community.

The Community House, 380 South Bates Street, Birmingham, will host the “Bates Street Trick or Treat” on Monday, October 30, 6 to 8 p.m. offering an evening of family-friendly Halloween fun. 

The event, designed for children ages 3 to 10, features craft projects such as “Spooky Halloween Slime” along with  plenty of Halloween themed games from  “Mummy Bowling,”  to “Witchy Ring Toss” and “Pumpkin Chuckin’.”  Attendees will also be treated to “Spooktacular Cartoons,” a “Hall of Frights” and a “Haunted Treat Trail.” 

“Halloween is an exciting time for so many of our youngest patrons,” said Danny DeRose, Senior Director of Programs and Enrichment for The Community House.  “We created Bates Street Trick-or-Treat to give families in the area a safe and fun filled evening right here in downtown Birmingham.” 

Tickets $15 for one child $10 for each additional child.  Advance reservations are recommended. To purchase tickets, contact The Community House, 248-644-5832 or visit www.communityhouse.com.

 The Community House, a 501c3 non-profit organization that is home to those seeking continuity between personal, professional, philanthropic and recreational pursuits. In addition, The Community House is proud to support 14 additional non-profits and groups that call The Community House “home” and use Community House resources to continue their work in the shared community.

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Birmingham, MI—On Saturday, November 4, The Community House will host “SIP,” a unique event celebrating the marriage of fantastic cuisine and outstanding wines. SIP engages the Michigan restaurant and wine community where exceptional area Chefs and Sommeliers team up to provide food and wine perfection. The event serves as the signature fundraiser for The Community House, a nonprofit resource serving Metro Detroit for nearly 94 years. 

The evening begins at 6:00 p.m. with a private cocktail and hors d’oeuvre reception for patrons.   General admission begins at 6:30 p.m. SIP will showcase small plate stations by some of the area's best restaurants including The Stand, Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse, Tallulah, Prime 29, Eddie Merlot’s, Roast, Bistro 82 and The Community House.

Madeline Triffon, Master Sommelier and SIP’s official food and beverage consultant, will masterfully pair small plate selections with wines, cocktails and beer to create a collaboration that will heighten the dining experience.

A wine and food-centric silent auction will give SIP attendees an opportunity to bid on wine and food related auction experiences, wine lots, baskets and more.        

The evening will conclude with an afterglow party, the ZIM’S Vodka After Hours “Wine-Down,” from 10:00 p.m. to midnight. The party will feature late night bites, dancing and ZIM’S Vodka signature cocktails.

New to this year’s event, The Community House is inaugurating an exciting new beverage scholarship fund and scholarships will be made available to cover the fees for the Introductory Course or Certified Examination administered by the Court of Master Sommeliers Americas.

SIP is sponsored by Emerson-Prew Insurance; Matt Moves Michigan; Gwen Schultz, Associate Broker, Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel; CLOZTALK;  ZIM’S Vodka; Blossoms Florist; Luxe Linens and Hour Detroit. 

Patron Tickets: $300; General Tickets: $225; and Young Adult Tickets: $125 (21 to 30 years of age). For reservations, contact The Community House, 380 South Bates Street, Birmingham, 248-644-5832; www.communityhouse.com.

The Community House is a nonprofit that is home to those seeking continuity between personal, professional, philanthropic and recreational pursuits. Since its founding in 1923, The Community House has provided an extraordinary destination where people can come together to enjoy extraordinary experiences. From educational development to the early planning of life’s landmark events… from business to pleasure, from charity to recreation… it all starts at The Community House.

The Community House Dance Academy’s presentation of The Nutcracker will take place at 

1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sunday, December 17 at The Community House, 380 South Bates Street, Birmingham, MI.

This is a child-friendly rendition of the Nutcracker, presented by The Community House Dance Academy as well as several area dance studios. The performances will be held in The Community House Ballroom. 

The Nutcracker features the classic tale of young Clara (danced by Grace Buekers of Bloomfield Hills Middle School). Her favorite Christmas toy, the Nutcracker (danced by Joelle Lawor of Bloomfield Hills Middle School), comes alive and, after defeating the evil Mouse King in battle, whisks her away thorough the Land of Snow and Ice to the magical Kingdom of Sweets. More than 25 youth dancers and guests from southeast Michigan will join together to dance in this holiday favorite.

“The Nutcracker is a timeless holiday tradition; not just for dancers but for every member of the community,” said Lauren Vidak, Programs and Enrichment Manager for The Community House. “We are so proud to be bringing the production back to the wonderful Wallace Ballroom at The Community House and to have the opportunity to work with many talented young dancers from studios all over the area. We can’t wait to welcome in the holidays with this beautiful ballet.”

General Admission is $15; Reserved Seating is $25; and Children’s Floor Seating (Children 4-12) is available for $10.  To make reservations, visit communityhouse.com or call The Community House, 248-644-5832. 

The Community House Dance Academy strives to provide a positive family environment to foster a love of dance in student of all ages. The Dance Academy believes in the value of the arts for all and that the friendships made and lessons learned will last a lifetime. Their interest isn’t just in building great dancers, it’s cultivating great individuals.

Meet representatives from area preschools and child care providers at the 19th Annual Preschool/Care Information Night. 

The Royal Oak Farmers Market is located at 316 East 11 Mile Rd, at the corner of Troy Street and East 11 Mile Road, directly across from the Royal Oak Public Library.

No registration is necessary and parking is free at the Farmers Market for this event.