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Marvel Artist Jerry DeCaire To Perform Live Drawing At St. Clair County Library

Calling all comic book fans and aspiring artists. The St. Clair County Public Library, located at 210 McMorran Blvd, Port Huron, invites you to its spectacular event, “Super Readers: A Marvel Artist Presentation” featuring Marvel Comics illustrator Jerry DeCaire.

On Saturday, July 27th, from 2 to 3 p.m., attendees can watch DeCaire bring superheroes, sorcerers, dragons, and wizards to life in a live drawing performance. DeCaire, known for illustrating iconic characters like Thor, X-Men, Wolverine, The Punisher, Iron Man, and more, will be showcasing his rapid drawing skills in the Gilbert Wilcox Meeting Room.

This all-ages event promises an unparalleled experience of art, fantasy, and fun.

For more information and to register, visit: stclaircountylibrary.org/events.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

BGC Sarnia-Lambton Art Club And STEAM Programs Open For Free Registration, Nurturing Young Creativity

The BGC Sarnia-Lambton Art Club and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) programs have officially opened registration for children aged 4 – 12. 

These exciting evening drop-in programs, supported by the United Way of Sarnia-Lambton, are set to kick off on September 13th and 14th at the Lochiel Kiwanis Community Centre, located at 180 College Ave. N. Sarnia.

Art Club, which will be held every Wednesday from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., offers children the opportunity to unleash their artistic talents, while STEAM Ahead, scheduled for Thursdays at the same time, provides a hands-on, interdisciplinary approach to learning.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic chance for young minds to explore their creativity and delve into the fascinating world of STEAM subjects.

To secure a spot, interested parents can register at: app.amilia.com.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Anonymous Donor Sponsors Vibrant Mural For 7th Street Bridge Tunnel, Call For Artists Now Open

In a community-driven initiative, an anonymous benefactor has pledged support for a captivating mural to adorn the tunnel beneath the 7th Street Bridge in Port Huron. Artists and visionaries are invited to submit their proposals, with a submission deadline of August 31st.

The selected design should creatively utilize all available surfaces, including walls, ceiling, and even the floor. While avoiding common motifs like lighthouses and sailboats, artists are encouraged to embrace uplifting and family-friendly themes. A budget of approximately $4000 is allocated for this project, so keep your ideas feasible.

Artists can seize this unique opportunity to collaborate, if preferred, and benefit from the tunnel’s sheltered workspace, guarding against both rain and sun. 

For proposal submissions, send a mock-up and proposed budget to: jody@ravencafeph.com. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Marine City Students Provide Duck Home For Blue Water Hospice

As part of a service project for their school at Cardinal Mooney High School in Marine City, students CJ Miller and Brendan Carnaghi decided they would reach out to a local organization to lend a hand. 

The two students decided to reach out to the Blue Water Hospice Home and ask if there was anything they could do to help out. 

“Knowing the Hospice Home fills such a great need, we reached out to determine if there was something we could do for them. It had been mentioned that a shelter was needed for some domesticated ducks that had found their way to the pond at the Hospice Home. We were glad to be given the opportunity to build one,” says Miller.

The two students then began to design the structure, plan the build process, and gather materials before setting out to complete the project which took an estimated 60 man-hours. 

Feel free to drive by and view their thoughtful handiwork at the Blue Water Hospice Home located at 2795 Edison Blvd, Marysville. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

SCCCMH 2023 Creative Arts Contest For Local Youth

There is a new art contest for the youth of St. Clair County. The goal is to educate the youth as well as adults about the value of connecting mind and body for those who live with mental illness or other developmental disabilities, as well as those dealing with substance abuse.

The 2023 Creative Arts Contest sponsored by St. Clair County Community Mental Health features three different themes and age ranges. The contest is open to all students in St. Clair County.

For the elementary students there is the Bookmark Contest, middle school will have a Writing Contest, and High School will have an Art Contest. Each category will feature cash prizes, gift certificates, or other rewards. 

The deadline for the 2023 Creative Arts Contest is Friday, February 3rd. 

For more information, visit: scccmh.org. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Gov Whitmer Press Conference April 6, 2020

Gov. Whitmer Announces Art Contest For Michigan Students

What makes the State of Michigan Strong? This is the theme for Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s 2023 State of the State program.

Gov. Whitmer is encouraging students from across the state, grades K-12, to design a creative cover for the new program. Students may use a variety of mediums such as markers, paints, crayons or other tools to create the cover. 

Designs must be submitted by 11:59 PM on Sunday, January 15th. The student who submits the winning art design will receive a gift box from Cherry Republic. 

“I believe what makes Michigan strong is the people that live here, and I am delighted to share a student’s artwork that highlights what they see as Michigan’s strengths,” says Governor Whitmer.

On Wednesday, January 25th, at 7 p.m, Gov. Whitmer will give the 2023 State of the State address on her plans to tackle challenges facing Michigan residents.  

To find out more information and to submit artwork, visit: michigan.gov/artcontest.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell