OUR TOWN Art Show & Sale – VIRTUAL!

OUR TOWN Art Show & Sale – VIRTUAL!

APRIL 22 – MAY 6, 2021
The Community House

Supporting our local artists is a long-standing mission of The Community House and the core mission of OUR TOWN, and it has never been more important than now.

Out of an abundance of safety and caution, The Community House has decided to hold this year’s show and sale virtually online from April 22 – May 6, allowing art enthusiasts the opportunity to appreciate the skills and the talents of our region’s many brilliant artists and to purchase a work of art themselves.

The 36th annual juried art show includes over 200 works of art ranging from paintings, pastels, sculptures, photography, fiber works, jewelry, and mixed media, all created by our talented Michigan artists. Sixty-five percent of the proceeds from the art sales will go directly to our region’s artists!

Click here to view and purchase art!

Click here to watch the OUR TOWN Virtual 2021 video!

Parking

Free parking is available for the first two hours in the Chester Street Structure and all other Birmingham parking structures. There is also metered parking across from The Community House at $2.00 an hour (limit 4 hours). Parking is free on Sundays in all parking structures and meters. Revised Parking Map

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Stop by The Community Haus tent on December 6, 7, and 8th!

Shain Park in Downtown Birmingham will come alive with activity during the City of Birmingham’s annual Winter Markt event!

Bring your friends and family to The Community Haus tent – located right across from the Holiday Tree  – where we will be offering German glühwein, beer, donuts, brats, and authentic German pretzels for sale. Come see why The Community Haus tent is the place to hang out for Winter Markt!

Calling all volunteers! We need YOUR help to make this fundraising event a success.

We are looking for enthusiastic, hard-working volunteers who are comfortable working on their feet in our outdoor tent. Volunteer positions and tasks include:

  • Greeter
  • Cashier
  • Food Prep
  • Beverage Prep
  • Cleaning/Restocking Supplies

Sign up today and help us bring the magic of the holiday season to our community!

Parking

Free parking is available for the first two hours in the Chester Street Structure and all other Birmingham parking structures. There is also metered parking across from The Community House at $2.00 an hour (limit 4 hours). Parking is free on Sundays in all parking structures and meters. Revised Parking Map

The Community House

Delight in the magic of the season at Storytime with Santa on December 14, 2024! Event highlights include:

  • Two sessions available: 9:30 am – 10:30 am or 11 am – 12 noon
  • A story read by Santa Claus with plenty of photo opportunities
  • Hot chocolate station
  • Homemade holiday cookies
  • A craft station to create ornaments, magnets, picture frames, and more!

Want to sit closer to Santa? You and your family (up to eight) can purchase a reserved table. Adult and children pricing: $30. Children under 1 are free.

SOLD OUT – See You in 2025!

 

Parking

Free parking is available for the first two hours in the Chester Street Structure and all other Birmingham parking structures. There is also metered parking across from The Community House at $2.00 an hour (limit 4 hours). Parking is free on Sundays in all parking structures and meters. Revised Parking Map

The Community House (Van Dusen Terrace)

Grab your dirndl and lederhosen and join us for a night of german beer, food, and games!

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Click here for tickets!

 

Danke to Our Incredible Sponsors!

 

 

 

Parking

Free parking is available for the first two hours in the Chester Street Structure and all other Birmingham parking structures. There is also metered parking across from The Community House at $2.00 an hour (limit 4 hours). Parking is free on Sundays in all parking structures and meters. Revised Parking Map

The Community House

Join us for the 34th Annual Student Art Town Exhibition this Spring! This meaningful event celebrates and encourages the artistic talents of elementary, middle, and high school students in Southeastern Michigan.

Barbara Heller, the Director and Conservator for the Detroit Institute of Arts will determine the awards. Artists in each age group (K-5th grade, 6th-8th grade, and 9th-12th grade) will be honored with Gold, Silver, and Bronze Awards. The public viewing of student artwork takes place on Friday, April 12th, from 4 – 7 pm, followed by an Awards Ceremony on Saturday, April 13th, for educators, distinguished artists, and their families. All featured student artists will receive a certificate of merit.

PARENTS OF STUDENT ARTISTS: The deadline to RSVP was April 8!

 

The Community House acknowledges The Deroy Testamentary Foundation for its extraordinary support of this event over the years. This cherished event would not be possible without your contribution!

Parking

Free parking is available for the first two hours in the Chester Street Structure and all other Birmingham parking structures. There is also metered parking across from The Community House at $2.00 an hour (limit 4 hours). Parking is free on Sundays in all parking structures and meters. Revised Parking Map

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Celebrate • Honor • Thank

Join us at a luncheon to celebrate treasured citizens who have reached 90 years & beyond. Let’s thank them for being an important part of our community.
Musical entertainment and complimentary valet parking. No charge for individuals 90 years and above. $40 per person for all others.

Reservations may be made by clicking here!

For sponsorship information, please contact Kathie Ninneman at kninneman@communityhouse.com or 248.594.6414.

Thank You to Our Incredible Sponsors!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Parking

Free parking is available for the first two hours in the Chester Street Structure and all other Birmingham parking structures. There is also metered parking across from The Community House at $2.00 an hour (limit 4 hours). Parking is free on Sundays in all parking structures and meters. Revised Parking Map

The Community House

The Community House invites you to join us for the 39th annual OUR TOWN Art Show & Sale!

This all-media and juried art show provides a forum for Michigan artists to display and sell their work. The Show includes paintings, pastels, sculptures, glassworks, fiber, photography, jewelry, and mixed media. Artists receive sixty-five percent of the proceeds from the sale of art, while thirty-five percent goes to the programs and services provided by The Community House, a non-profit organization serving people in the community for 100 years!

purchase the art below from March 22 – 29!


 

The Community House acknowledges The Deroy Testamentary Foundation for its extraordinary support of this event over the years. This cherished event would not be possible without your contribution!

Parking

Free parking is available for the first two hours in the Chester Street Structure and all other Birmingham parking structures. There is also metered parking across from The Community House at $2.00 an hour (limit 4 hours). Parking is free on Sundays in all parking structures and meters. Revised Parking Map

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It’s a battle of the beers. A beef between burgers. A meeting of the macs.

Join us for the first ever HOPZ – Beer, Burgerz, Mac event at The Community House where craft beer aficionados, Community House supporters and members of the community can come together with a shared love of beer, burgers and mac and cheese all for the benefit of the 210,000 children and adults served by The Community House!

Your ticket to HOPZ includes:

  1. Bell’s Craft Beer Tasting Stations (includes 10 tokens for samples)!
  2. Mini Burgers and Mac & Cheese Inspired Small Bite Pairings from Area Restaurants!
  3. Live Entertainment with NUCLASSICA!
  4. 50/50 Raffle!
  5. ZIM’S Vodka Bar!
  6. Photo Booth by ShutterBooth!

Here is the BELL’S BREWERY battle of the beers lineup!

  1. Official
  2. Larry’s Latest Flamingo Fruit Fight
  3. Hopsoulution
  4. Whiskey Barrel Aged Cherry Stout
  5. Lager of the Lakes
  6. Amber Ale
  7. Two Hearted Ale

tickets still available at the door!

Ages 21 and up. Please drink responsibly.

Co-Host of HOPZ 2019 Beer, Burgerz and Mac:

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Parking

Free parking is available for the first two hours in the Chester Street Structure and all other Birmingham parking structures. There is also metered parking across from The Community House at $2.00 an hour (limit 4 hours). Parking is free on Sundays in all parking structures and meters. Revised Parking Map

The Community House

Are you a Michigan artist interested in exhibiting in this year’s show? Please click HERE to complete your Call for Entry form online. To print out a PDF of the Call for Entry form, please click HERE.

Deadline for art entries is Monday, February 11, 2019!

Artists will be notified of the jury results by email (or direct mail, if an email is not provided) by Monday, March 18.

The 34th annual OUR TOWN Art Show & Sale is hosted by The Community House in downtown Birmingham. This juried, all media art show provides a forum for Michigan artists to show and sell their work. The OUR TOWN Art Show & Sale 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 outreach programs for adults and children.

OUR TOWN kicks off with the Opening Night Party, 6:00-9:00 pm on Thursday, May 16. The evening includes strolling hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine and cocktails, and the first opportunity to preview and purchase art. Friend tickets,
with admission at 6:00 pm, are $75. Benefactor tickets, with admission at 5:30 pm start, at $250. Following the Opening Night Party, the Show will be open to the public free of charge on Friday, May 17 and Saturday, May 18 from
10:00 am–6:00 pm.

 

Parking

Free parking is available for the first two hours in the Chester Street Structure and all other Birmingham parking structures. There is also metered parking across from The Community House at $2.00 an hour (limit 4 hours). Parking is free on Sundays in all parking structures and meters. Revised Parking Map

The Community House

A Sensory-Friendly Concert Designed For All!

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

FREE Event. Doors Open: 5:30 pm. Performance: 6:00 pm

We invite you to attend an evening of holiday music, performed by members of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, specifically designed for those in our community who face sensory challenges. This seasonal event will be carefully balanced so that those with sound and light sensitivities can enjoy a festive experience along with their families and friends. Limited seating available. This free event includes holiday cookies and refreshments. Don’t miss this inclusive and magical expression of the holiday spirit!

Please Note: This is NOT a drop-off event. If someone requires supervision or 1:1 support, they will need a caregiver present.

Make Your Reservation Today!

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Parking

Free parking is available for the first two hours in the Chester Street Structure and all other Birmingham parking structures. There is also metered parking across from The Community House at $2.00 an hour (limit 4 hours). Parking is free on Sundays in all parking structures and meters. Revised Parking Map

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