Now through January 10, 2010 - Detroit Historical Museum

Mount Clemens was fondly nicknamed Bath City as it was known all over the world as the great health and pleasure resort of Michigan.  The healing powers of its mineral baths were known to produce miracle cures.  People arrived on crutches and in wheelchairs and literally left dancing.  A typical stay of 21 days allowed time to enjoy the many entertainment options and other healthy leisure opportunities that existed during the hey day of Bath City.  The bath industry gave way to other forms of industry.  Mount Clemens had its own Rose Gardens, Pottery Company, and breweries that brewed both intoxicating and healthful non-intoxicating drinks.

Learn about this interesting piece of local history at an exhibit created by the museum studies students of the University of Detroit.  Bath City USA will run from October 24 through January 10, 2010 at the Detroit Historical Museum.  The Detroit Historical Museum is located at 5401 Woodward Avenue in Downtown Detroit. 

For more information, please contact the Crocker House Museum at:  586-465-2488 or www.crockerhousemuseum.com, or the Detroit Historical Museum at:  313-833-1805 or www.detroithistorical.org.

Now through February 27 - Anton Art Center

Juror Charles McGee will award over $1500 in cash prizes to the winner of the Michigan Annual XXXVI art competition at the Anton Art Center's opening reception 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM on Friday January 22.  The exhibition opens in the Anton Art Center's Main Galleries January 22 and will run through February 27.  This exhibition has been a long standing tradition bringing together some of the best artwork across the state. 

Two Target Free Family Fun Days will be held in conjunction with the Michigan Annual XXXVI.  Sponsored by Target, these drop-in workshops require no reservation and give visitors of all ages a chance to try something new.  Target Free Family Fun Days are planned for January 31 and February 28 from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM at the Anton Art Center.

The Anton Art Center is  located at 125 Macomb Place in Downtown Mount Clemens.

For more information, please call:  586-469-8666 or visit:  www.theartcenter.org.

Now through February 14, 2010 - The Box Theatre, Downtown Mount Clemens

Mount Clemens' What's That Smell? is proud to present David Mamet's Pulitzer Prize-wining play, Glengarry Glen Ross.  Glengarry Glen Ross follows the lives of four unethical Chicago real estate agents who are prepared to go to any lengths (legal or illegal) to unload undesirable real estate on unwilling buyers.

The cast includes:  Doug Clark, Michael Jeffries, Aaron Kurilik, Ben Feliciano, John Iwanski, Brian Rohe, Jeremy Strebendt and a special guest appearance by Macomb County Commissioner 16th District, Carey Torrice.  Ms. Torrice joins the cast as a way to raise money for the Michigan Human Society.  As tradition with What's That Smell? a percentage of ticket sales go to a local charity.  Torrice has chosen the Michigan Humane Society as her beneficiary.

Glengarry Glen Ross runs January 29-31, February 4-7, and February 12-14 at The Box Theatre located at 70 Macomb Place in Downtown Mount Clemens.  All Thursday, Friday, and Saturday shows are at 8:00 PM, Sunday matinee shows start at 2:00 PM.  Special discounted dinner packages are available at participating Downtown Mount Clemens restaurants, call the box office for more details.  Tickets are $16 for adults and $14 for Seniors and Students. 

For ticket reservations or more information, call The Box box office at:  586-954-2311.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Anton Art Center

Come and get your creative juices flowing at Target Free Family Fun Sundays at the Anton Art Center.  Drop in anytime between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM and join in the fun.  The January 31 project is Michigan-themed printmaking.  Stop by and learn about printing and make your own Michigan-themed prints.  Sponsored by the Target Corporation, Target Free Family Fun Sundays will run monthly at the Anton Art Center in Downtown Mount Clemens through September 2010.  Families and kids of all ages are welcome to drop in.

One Sunday each month, a professional artist will lead participants in making a themed project.  This program gives children and families a fantastic opportunity to work side-by-side with a fine artists from the metro Detroit community.  No reservations are required, and activities are suitable for ages three and older.  Come for fifteen minutes or for an hour, and try your hand at something new.  All activities are free, but donations will be accepted to support the Anton Art Center's programming.

The Anton Art Center is  located at 125 Macomb Place in Downtown Mount Clemens.

For more information, please call:  586-469-8666 or visit:  www.theartcenter.org.