Friday, December 28, 2012
Studio West Hosts Paint and Pour events every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evening.
The drinks were flowing at Studio West during Thursday night’s Paint and Pour event. Led by owner Dennis Bruce Spencer, a class of 11 women worked their way through a 37-step painting as they sipped beverages of their choice. “Whatever you do, don’t drink from the blue and white cups,” Spencer joked early on. “That’s where your brushes go.” Spencer, a professional artist and former businessman, founded Paint and Pour this year after working for a similar company in Ferndale. “The process was too dry over there, too corporate,” he said. “I want to do things my way.” Spencer’s way involves a color palette that allows for more creativity and a system of rapid fire jokes that keeps the environment light and fun. In this setting, he’s as much…
Friday, November 25, 2011
Here's a look at what's happening around town this weekend.
1. Pokémon City Championships Come to Brighton Where: City of Brighton Community Center, 555 Brighton St., Brighton When: 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 25 Cost: Free Why go: This event provides Brighton-area players an opportunity to experience the strategy, skill and fun enjoyed by competitive Pokémon TCG players around the world. 2. Howell 28th Annual 'Fantasy of Lights' Parade, 5K Run, Art and Holiday Fun Where: Downtown Howell (most activities are near the historic Livingston County Courthouse at 200 E. Grand River Ave., Howell, but the 5K starts at First Presbyterian Church, 323 W. Grand River Ave., Howell) When: 'Fantasy of Light' events start at 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25; the 'Fantasy of Art' Show and Sale continues from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. …
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City of Brighton Community Center
555 Brighton St, Brighton, MI
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200 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI
Livingston County historic courthouse in downtown Howell
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323 W Grand River Ave, Howell, MI
First Presbyterian Church
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543 W Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI
La Marsa Mediterranean Cuisine
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Art in Bloom
409 W Main St, Brighton, MI
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N Main St & E Commerce St, Milford, MI
Gobbler Gallop and Milford Thanksgiving Day parade both take place in this area
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Friday, November 18, 2011
Here's a look at what's happening around town this weekend.
1. 'ONE FUNNY MOTHER: I'M NOT CRAZY' Where: Brighton Center for the Performing Arts When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19 Cost: $26; get tickets here. Why go: Dena Blizzard’s comedic perspective on marriage, motherhood and the unrealistic perfection that is thrust upon women is hilarious. Through stand-up, music and video, she describes a life that you will swear is your own. It's a great girls' night out that promises to make you feel better about yourself, or a date night that will show your husband how normal you really are! 2. BRIGHTON'S HOLIDAY GLOW Where: Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce 218 E Grand River Ave, Brighton/the Mill Pond area When: 4-7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19 Cost: Free Why go: Enjoy holiday music, dance performances, …
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Brighton Center for the Performing Arts
7878 Brighton Rd, Brighton, MI
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Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce
218 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI
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123 W Grand River Ave, Howell, MI
The Opera House
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Brighton District Library
100 Library Dr, Brighton, MI
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10255 Dexter Pinckney Rd, Pinckney, MI
Pinckney Community High School (Theater)
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9501 E Highland Rd, Howell, MI
Village Manor Retirement
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2240 W Buno Rd, Milford, MI
Kensington Metropark
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1525 Bogie Lake Rd, White Lake, MI
Bogie Lake Greenhouses
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Monday, November 14, 2011
Bringing you the latest and greatest for the weekend in Brighton and the surrounding area.
Our pick for today: 'Jumping Through the Lens' Where: The Opera House, 123 W. Grand River Ave., Howell When: doors open at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19; performance is at 8 p.m. Cost: $5 at the door Why go: This photography, graphic design and dance exhibit hosted by Michigan Dance Project includes informal showing of excerpts from "Soul Mates." Delicious snacks, refreshments and great music are featured. In addition, a portion of all admissions, art and merchandise sales will be donated to Make-A-Wish Foundation. Come back to Brighton Patch tomorrow for more weekend-things-to-do options. Or, visit our Events guide here.
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The Opera House
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Sunday, April 24, 2011
Patch continues its tour of Brighton’s art with sculpture by Jim Lawton, Todd Erickson, and Robert Sestock.
Last week, our tour of Brighton’s public art took us to the corner of N. First St. and Cedar St. in downtown Brighton. Stopping just outside Lynn’s Café, we took a quick look at The Bird. One of the most appreciated and recognizable pieces in the Brighton Biennial Sculpture Exhibit, The Bird was created by architect and Brighton resident Piet Lindhout. This week, we’re doing something a little different. In a few weeks, three of Brighton Biennial’s current works will be removed from display due to expired contracts. It’s those three sculptures that are our focus today. Landscape Sunset by James Lawton Perhaps the boldest sculpture of the Brighton Biennial bunch, Landscape Sunset is large, heavy-looking, and bright orange. Its location in …
Tina DeBord
11:55 am on Saturday, December 29, 2012
The link works fine for me, Jennifer. The events aren't listed as Paint and Pour. They're listed by the name of the painting or GNO (Girls Night Out) and the name of the painting. They're booming over there, so I'm sure they're offering classes, whether its Girls Night Out, Family Day, or Couples Night, every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. more ›