CADILLAC AREA
ARTISTS ASSOCIATION

We are an incorporated nonprofit VISUAL arts organization. Our mission is to promote the visual arts in the area by educating our members and the public in the visual arts through our various community service programs. We contribute whenever possible to the education of young people studying art. Student Art Awards are available as well as some funding for art supplies, workshops and artists-in-residence in area schools. Income to support these programs (including the annual Festival of Arts) comes from dues, donations and Art Fair exhibit fees.

We believe that the arts are an integral part of the lives of all people and not just a talented few. We sincerely hope we can contribute something to the quality of life in our world.

Specific information about our membership, structure and upcoming events is posted on our CAAA website.

www.cadillacartists.com

P.O. Box 841 – Cadillac MI 49601

NORTHERN MICHIGAN ART GUILD

Whether young in artistic experience, or young at
heart, the Northern Michigan Art Guild was put  into
motion by people with the same artistic desires that
you have.

It is about sharing.  
Whether an artist just starting or the artist just
breaking into the mainstream, you are welcomed here.
We can help you achieve in your artistic desires.

Come Join In The Fun!

Public Attendance Fee per Meeting $2.00 or

Yearly Membership: $20.00

For more information or to sign up for the newsletter contact:

712 P.O. Box
Cadillac, MI  49601



http://www.mynmag.info

Cadillac Garden Club

http://www.cadillacgardenclub.org/index.html

Most meetings held at St. Ann Catholic Church 13^th Street in Cadillac , Michigan on the second Monday of the Month at 7:00 p.m.

CADILLAC AREA
SCANDINAVIAN SOCIETY

The Scandinavian Society seeks to foster and preserve the cultural heritage of the Scandinavian countries, to educate the general public about these customs and practices, and to provide fellowship among those who are dedicated to the preservation of these ethnic values.

The Scandinavian Society meets the 3rd Monday of every other month (January, March, May, July, September & November)

Time: 6:30 p.m. - potluck, meeting, program

Place: Zion Lutheran Church

Contact Larry Lindell 231-775-0364 for information.

CADILLAC
PHILHARMONIC CLUB

The Cadillac Philharmonic Club is a music club devoted to the study and encouragement of American musical artists.

For more information on the club and its activities, contact Barb Johnson, 231-775-3797.

CADILLAC AREA SYMPHONY
ORCHESTRA BOARD

The Cadillac Symphony Orchestra is a highly talented group of local and out state musicians numbering up to 70 artists. Their purpose is to provide beautiful and challenging music for the community and KEEPING MUSIC ALIVE! The Cadillac Symphony Board of Directors is a non-profit entity whose main purpose is to support the conductor and the orchestra. The Board membership consists of between 15-18 volunteers, who also strive to provide music education and experiences for local school students and to contribute to the Cadillac String Association whenever possible. A member of the Cadillac Area Council of the Arts, the orchestra's income is derived from generous donations and ticket sales.

For further information, please contact

Marge Annis 231-775-6004

Symphony Conductor: Mike Filkins

www.cadillacsymphony.org

Member of Cadillac Area Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts

First Night Cadillac

www.firstnightcadillac.com

First Night® is a New Years Community Celebration through the arts. An annual event in Cadillac since 1999, the activities begin with a community photo in the early afternoon of December 31^st. Activities continue downtown and at Cadillac Junior High and Senior High throughout the afternoon. In the evening all the action takes place at the junior high and high school and concludes around 10 pm. First Night® seeks to foster the public’s appreciation of visual and performing arts through an innovative, diverse and high quality New Year’s Eve program which provides a shared cultural experience, accessible and affordable to all. Cultivating a sense of community, bringing together the family, revitalizing the downtown, developing an audience for the arts, decreasing alcohol consumption on New Year’s Eve through a public celebration are the objectives of First Night®.

The First Night Cadillac organizers are always looking for volunteers with new ideas that are interested in helping make this event even more successful.

Pat Goggin, (231) 775-6943

pgoggin@charter.net

CADILLAC COMMUNITY CHORUS

(Formerly the Cadillac "Feel Good" Community Chorus) The chorus, consisting of both male and female voices, was originated by Ms. Karen Miller in 2002 beginning with less than a dozen voices. In 2006 Dave Buckley assumed the role as chorus director. It has since grown to nearly 50 members and prides itself on singing in a wide variety of styles appealing to all ages. Rehearsals begin on Monday, April 21, 2008, from 7:00 to 9:00p.m. at St. Ann's Church and continuing until our annual concert in September. The Chorus also performs throughout the summer. See the calendar link at the top of this page. New singers are welcome, especially tenors and basses.

For additional information, contact Dave Buckley at 231-839-7229 or Carolyn Brines, 2008 President, 231-775-6951.

GOPHERWOOD CONCERTS

webpages.charter.net/pnbrown/gopherwood.htm

Our main goal is to bring quality musical entertainment to everyone in northwest lower Michigan.

For Membership information

Call Tiyi Schippers at 231-775-7977

No cost to join. Just request to volunteer and we gladly accept you into our group

WEXFORD COUNTY
HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM

The Wexford County Historical Society operates a museum in the old Carnegie Library as part of its purpose of preserving local heritage for the education and enjoyment of the community. The Society also sponsors a number of other programs designed to preserve and encourage awareness of the history of the Wexford County area.

For more information contact the museum office at 231-775-1717.

ANCIENT AND HONORABLE CLAM LAKE DOCK AND DREDGE MARCHING AND CHOWDER SOCIETY SILVER CORNET BAND

The Ancient and Honorable was founded in 1975 by Mr. Dave Lawton who, with a group of musician friends, felt there was a need for a band for all those grown-ups who couldn't play in the school band anymore. The band rehearsed downtown in the basement of a music store. With limited funding from the City of Cadillac, the band began playing concerts in the railroad park, and the band grew in numbers as people became aware of its existence. Over the years, the band has been conducted by local musicians Neil Sheridan, Jerry Allen, Larry Collins and Mike Filkins. Filkins is the current director and has been in the position since 1996. The band is funded by the Cadillac Area Arts Council and a long list of sponsors.

The group rehearses every Monday in June, they perform concerts in the Rotary Pavilion every Monday night in July, the 4th of July, the July Festival of the Arts, the first two Mondays in August and Lake Front Days. Some years the band performs as part of First Night Cadillac on December 31st. The band at present has 40 regular members and and also has frequent guests who sit in for one or two concerts per year. All interested in playing are welcome regardless of age or experience.

For information on how to join the band, contact Michael Filkins 231-779-1590.

CADILLAC STRING ASSOCIATION

http://www.cadillacstrings.org/

The Cadillac String Association offers private instruction and provides group lessons and ensemble opportunities for people of all ages, beginning as young as age 3. Young children learn through the Suzuki method. Performances serve to inspire students to play and share beautiful music. Advanced players join with band students to form the Cadillac Area Youth Orchestra, performing at outreach concerts, art festivals and other community events.

For information or to register, call (231) 775-8258 or 876-5667

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY

The Friends of the Cadillac Wexford Public Library was formed in 2000 by interested community members, to help promote the Library and its vast resources and services to the Cadillac—Wexford community. The Friends organize and sponsor programs for both children and adults to encourage visits to the Library, as well as to introduce first time visitors, young and old, to the many services that the Cadillac Wexford Public Library has to offer. In 2006, the Friends helped the Library celebrate its 100th anniversary.

Cadillac Wexford County Public Library

411 South Lake St.

Cadillac, MI 49601

231-775-6541

Cadillac Garden Club

http://www.cadillacgardenclub.org/index.html

Most meetings held at St. Ann Catholic Church 13th Street in Cadillac , Michigan on the second Monday of the Month at 7:00 p.m.

Most meetings held at St. Ann Catholic Church 13^th Street in Cadillac , Michigan on the second Monday of the Month at 7:00 p.m.