Time stands still in anticipation of the Clarkston Community Historical Society’s 31st annual Art in the Village festival.
This Saturday and Sunday (Sept. 17 and 18), stop down at Depot Park for entertainment, shopping and some delicious fall treats.
‘The best part is bringing the community together and seeing people you know,? said Jennifer Arkwright, a member of the historical society. ‘Not only as guests and patrons, but also as volunteers.
‘The connections made across all the generations present are priceless.?
Once again highlighting this year’s event is an art show featuring almost 100 artists from across the country including potters, painters, woods, jewelry, glass, fabric and much more. CCHS is also sponsoring a silent auction with pieces ranging in value from $10 to $400 from over 50 artists.
To complete the artistic atmosphere, several local performers will fill the air with music. Dulcimer bands, string instrument groups and easy listening vocal guitar bands will entertain throughout the weekend. This year’s lineup includes Wakes & Weddings, The Sweet Briar String Band and the Clarkston Country Band on Saturday; String Fever and Hand H Studios on Sunday.
Enjoying all the various arts, shows and friendly encounters will probably make participants hungry. To fill the gap, several local community service organizations are providing a wide array of tempting foods for purchase. Also, CCHS is once again providing a cider and donut tent staffed with local community members.
‘Individuals, groups and businesses who have nothing to do with the historical society volunteer their time and energy for this event,? said Arkwright.
A featured guest for the weekend is writer Barbara Johns signing her children’s book ‘The Cat in the Candle Factory.? She will be available on both Saturday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. near the playground area.
Capping off the event is CCHS’s second annual Antique Tent Sale featuring items from the 1950s or earlier. Verbal appraisals of items will also be available at a small fee on Saturday afternoon.
‘This is the second year we’ve really focused on recruiting quality artists,? said Arkwright. ‘We want the patrons to be happy with what’s out there to buy.
‘This is our major fund-raiser. Proceeds help run the Clarkston Heritage Museum.?
Donations are still being accepted for the sale. CCHS is a 501C3 charity and all donations are tax deductible. Donators will receive a receipt for contributing.
Please drop off donations at the Clarkston Heritage Museum located in the Independence Township Library today from 1-7 p.m. or bring them by the Clarkston Village offices on Sept. 15 from 1-6 p.m.
Art in the Village runs from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free. A free shuttle is provided to and from the parking lot of Clarkston Elementary on Waldon Road.
For more information on Art in the Village, or to find if an antique is acceptable for donation, please contact the CCHS office at 248-922-0270.