Grayling Visitors Bureau

The folks around Wellington Farm, USA are ending the month of July with two of the hottest events of the season, Sticky-buns Day on the 17th and a Barndance on the 31st. Sticky-buns Day has become a tradition at Wellington Farm, USA. It was started 12 years ago as a means of giving recognition to some of the baking skills generally practiced by the homemakers of the Great Depression.

Since that beginning, Sticky-buns Day has grown into a full blown event at the 60-acre living history farm. In addition to all the Sticky-buns being created in the kitchen, the Grist Mill will be in full operation, turning out the whole wheat flour used to create the famous culinary treats. Across the way the Sawmill will be sawing lumber, powered by one of the farm’s two steam engines. Throughout the farm, there will be music and demonstrations, and of course, interpreters will be working throughout the entire complex, explaining the lifestyle of years long past. Just the regular park entrance fee will gain you admission to all the events of Sticky-buns Day on July 17.

Following Sticky-buns Day Wellington Farm, USA will present, on Saturday, July 31, the first performance of the season of The Wellington Barndance Show. If you like old fashioned, country music, and old fashioned corney country humor, then this show is a must. Presented on one of the most picturesque outdoor stages in Northern Michigan, the Wellington Barndance is a full evening of very enjoyable entertainment. Price of admission for the Barndance is only $12.50 and tickets are presently available at the farm’s Visitor Center or by phone by calling 989 348 5187. Steel guitars sing, the banjos ring and Ezra and Ethel Frogmire banter at the Wellington Barndance.

Wellington Farm, USA is within easy reach of Exit 251 of I-75 and Exit 206 of US-127. This historic agricultural complex is open from 10 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. seven days a week. Reservations are also now being accepted for the July 31 Barndance Show which is scheduled for 7:30pm; gates open 6:30pm. More information can be obtained by calling the farm at 989 348 5187 or visiting the website at www.wellingtonfarmpark.org.
Wellington Farm, USA is owned and operated by Wellington Farm Park, Inc., a 501©3 non-profit corporation.

“The JOY of the Image” workshop will be presented at the Apollo’s Lyre Art Gallery in Grayling, Michigan on Thursday, December 2. The instructor, Ken Wright, will provide you with suggestions and ideas that will make your photographic images stand out. Mr. Wright is a professional photographer whose award-winning works can be seen on display at Apollo’s Lyre Art Gallery in downtown Grayling.

This short course will teach you how to take better photos no matter what kind of camera you use.  The cost is $20 per student. Beginning, casual and amateur photographers will leave this class knowing the tips and tricks the pros use to draw attention to their images. You will be taking better photos with your next shot.

Ken has been a photographer since 1956. He made the transition from film to digital in 1996, and is a graduate of the New York Institute of Photography’s Digital Photography: The Complete Course. In addition, Ken is a member of the National Association of Photoshop Professionals, specializing in photo restoration.

His photographs have been displayed on over two dozen websites including that of the AuSable River Canoe Marathon. Ken’s photography subjects and interests range from old barns, bridges and lighthouses, to cityscapes, scenery, flowers and people going about their lives. Tombstone photographs supporting genealogy research is another of his interests.

Ken is the staff photographer of Johnathan Rand’s Author Quest, the Definitive Writer’s Camp for Serious Young Writers, the North of 45 Retreat for Writers, and the folk singing duo Ann and Will Rowland.

His photos have been the subject of paintings by artists Terry L. Dickinson and Sandra Walterhouse. His works including the award winning photograph, The Wishing Door, may be purchased in Apollo’s Lyre Art Gallery in Grayling, as can Headwaters Fine Art Cards, which feature Ken’s work alongside that of other renowned artists.

Note: Class size is limited to 10 students. You are asked to please pre-register Apollo’s Lyre Art Gallery. Class time is 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., 203 Michigan Avenue

The AuSable Artisan Village Gallery is proud to present a showing of Barbara Weinsenburg’s watercolor paintings. An opening reception will be held at the Gallery at 108 Michigan Ave., Grayling MI on Friday, July 2, 5:00-7:00 p.m. There is no fee to enter the Gallery which will be open from July 2-15 on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 10:00a.m.-5:00p.m.

On Wednesday, July 7, she will be teaching a “En Plein Air Painting” workshop from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for adults, $20 per person.

To register, or for more information, please contact the Chamber of Commerce at (989)348-2921.

And a bit more information about Barbara…

Biography as posted at www.blackberrymountainstudio.com

From a love of painting at an early age came a passion for art that transformed into a fulfilling career. Located in Milford, Michigan, Blackberry Mountain Studios and Barbara Weisenburg have been a part of the local art scene for many years. As a talented artist whose patience and skill make her a natural teacher, Ms. Weisenburg’s presence in Milford has made an impact both on students and those who appreciate fine art.
A Bachelor’s from Michigan State University, a Master’s from Oakland University, studying at universities in Santa Fe and Cranbrook and an interest in lifelong learning helped develop Ms. Weisenburg’s natural ability, and her desire to show others ways to express themselves through art, helps her enjoy new students of all ages.
A fine arts teacher in the Waterford School District for many years, Ms. Weisenburg has much experience working with children and bringing out the natural ability of any artist. Apart from being an instructor, she has also owned her own studio for 20 years, and is a musician who plays guitar and clarinet.