Second Glances: Artists' Reception & Gallery Open House
2025-01-15 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Second Glances is an artistic collaboration between The Gallery at Cherry Hill (Canton Village Theater) and the Fine Art Gallery at the neighboring Village Arts Factory. This eclectic and immersive exhibit features the works of 7 award-winning artists from Canton’s 30th Annual Fine Arts Exhibition, adjudicated by juror Tom Hale in October 2024. Visitors to the gallery will delight in the variety of mediums on display including oil, acrylic, photography, sculpture, and collage. The exhibit is on public display at the Village Arts Factory and free to view through January 29, 2025 For more information, please contact: kevin.ryan@cantonmi.gov.
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Come meet the award-winning artists in person at the Artists’ Reception and Gallery Open House on Wednesday, January 15, while enjoying an opportunity to view the works up close. Hors d’oeuvres and light refreshments will be available for your enjoyment as you browse the artwork on display in the gallery. Doors open at 6:00pm and the gallery open house will run until 8:00pm. This event is free to attend and open to all.

Adult Fitness Pop-Up: Pilates Mat Class
2025-01-22 18:30 - 19:30 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Join us for a 1-hour Pilates mat class followed by an afterglow with refreshments at the Village Arts Factory in Cherry Hill Village! Pilates is a low-impact, moderate-intensity workout that stretches and strengthens the entire body. It’s a great way to tone your muscles, improve your flexibility, and burn calories. No previous experience necessary and all fitness levels welcome! If you’ve ever been curious to try Pilates, this is the perfect opportunity to sample this fun and unique fitness medium.
Following the Pilates mat class, our afterglow will include light refreshments such as fruit and nuts, cheese and crackers, beverages, and water. There will also be time to socialize, connect with other attendees, and explore the art gallery at the Village Arts Factory. For questions or more information, contact Kevin Ryan at kevin.ryan@cantonmi.gov
Location: Village Arts Factory (50755 Cherry Hill Rd.)
Date: January 22
Time: 6:30-7:30pm
Fee: $10 per person
Ages: Ages 21+
Registration: Pre-registration required

Strive and Thrive in 2025: Vision and Candle-Making Experience
2025-01-23 18:30 - 20:30 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Join True 2 You Candle Studio at the Village Arts Factory for an evening that’s perfect for new beginnings. Our Strive and Thrive in 2025 event will focus on a candle-making experience using symbolic fragrance layering and journaling to help you focus on the goals you plan to attain this year. The event includes all supplies, snacks, and beverages for the evening. You will need to return to pick up your finished product the following day or at your convenience. The cost is just $50 per person and all materials are included. Click on the event link below to sign up today!

Mystic Eye Stretch Bracelet Class
2025-01-24 18:30 - 19:30 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Our resident jewelry and gemstone experts SmokeyCitrine invite you to join them on January 24 for a Mystic Eye Stretch Bracelet Class right here at the Village Arts Factory! Each attendee will create a gemstone beaded stretch bracelet featuring glass Eye of Nazar Amulet beads. The cost is just $30 per person and all materials are included. No previous experience is necessary. Click on the event website below to secure your spot today!

Dad & Me Night Out
2025-01-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Join us for a fun night out at the Village Arts Factory with dad! Enjoy pizza, snacks, and beverages as you learn how to design and create your own board game with local Gamemaster Nelson. It’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate the special connection between dads and their kids. Your $35 ticket includes entry for one adult and one child. A limited number of additional tickets can be purchased separately, program code VAF115. Click here to buy tickets!
Location: Village Arts Factory (50755 Cherry Hill Rd.)
Date: Jan 31
Day: F
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Fee: $35 per pair (adult and one child)
Ages: All Ages
Registration: Pre-registration is required

Art Exhibit Reception: Brilliant Stained-Glass Mosaics by Ghada Ayoub
2025-02-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Piece By Piece: A Solo Exhibit by Ghada Ayoub
Join us for the opening reception of Piece By Piece, a solo exhibition by mixed-media artist Ghada Ayoub, on Thursday, February 6, from 6:00 to 8:00pm at the Village Arts Factory. This exciting exhibit will showcase Ayoub’s intricate mosaic artwork, blending glass mosaic and stained-glass painting to create vibrant, dynamic pieces that capture the light and beauty of the natural world.
Originally from Beirut, Lebanon, and now based in Michigan, Ghada Ayoub’s artistic journey is rooted in a lifelong passion for creativity. After studying architectural drafting and construction management, Ayoub explored her love for art through scholastic competitions in Lebanon, where she received a first-place prize. For Ayoub, art offers a vital escape from daily stress and serves as a channel to reflect on life’s unexpected wonders.
Ayoub’s recent decision to share her work with the broader community has been met with positive reception in local exhibitions, earning critical praise for her unique approach. Inspired by real-life experiences and the beauty of the natural world, Ayoub draws creative energy from exploring galleries and engaging with the work of other artists.
After taking a stained-glass painting course, Ayoub fell in love with the texture and patterns of glass, which she now skillfully integrates into her mixed-media pieces. The interplay of glass colors, light reflection, and her distinctive designs make her artwork come alive, inviting viewers into a world of vibrant expression and beauty.
We invite you to explore Ayoub’s captivating artwork, meet the artist, and enjoy light refreshments at the opening reception. The exhibit will be on display at the Village Arts Factory through the end of February, with gallery hours from 9:00am to 7:00pm, Monday through Saturday.
For more information, please contact us at: kevin.ryan@cantonmi.gov.

Adult Fitness Pop-Up: Cardio Drumming
2025-02-13 18:30 - 19:30 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Adult Fitness Pop-Up: Cardio Drumming
Cardio Drumming is a fun, invigorating workout for all fitness levels! Time to get your inner rock star into motion by moving and grooving to high energy music. Before you know it, you have done 6,000-8,000 steps! This class is so much fun, you won’t even realize you are working out. If you’ve ever been interested in trying cardio drumming, this is the perfect opportunity to sample this dynamic fitness medium. We can’t wait to see you there!
6:30pm Cardio Drumming fitness class at the Village Arts Factory with instructor Lu Cannon. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes and bring water and a small towel, if needed. Drumsticks and all equipment will be provided; no previous experience necessary!
7:30pm After the fitness class there will be an afterglow for all participants that includes wine, spa water, healthy snacks, and light refreshments. Participants are encouraged to explore the Village Arts Factory studios and enjoy the current art exhibit in the Fine Art Gallery as they cool down.
Location: Village Arts Factory (50755 Cherry Hill Rd.)
Date: February 13
Time: 6:30-7:30pm
Fee: $10 per person
Ages: Ages 21+
Registration: Pre-registration required

PARTS Workshop: Assemblage Art & Design
2025-02-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
BE PART OF A SUPER FUN EVENT
PARTS is about making something new from forgotten game pieces, upcycling, reimagining, experimenting with found objects, challenging yourself to fit, screw, nail, wire or glue trash together in a unique way that makes the world a more interesting place. Enjoy the art of multimedia, assemblage, collage, or sculpture. Choose from hundreds of different PARTS and pieces like wood blocks, tumbled wood scraps, corks, bottle caps, wire, knobs, metals, beads, buttons, hinges, rusty treasures, ceramic, glass, collage images, game pieces, material, stickers, shells, letters, stamps, gears, random junk, and so much more!
HOW IT WORKS
Everyone gets a bin which you may fill to the top with anything you desire to make your creation–sit down and get to it! Daniel Zuber will be your host for 2 hours, helping you create from a planned design, or enjoying watching you go your own direction. It’s a make and take event. Light refreshments and snacks included.
Please email Daniel Zuber to secure your seat/seats at: Zuber.Daniel72@gmail.com

Bluey Bonanza
2025-02-22 10:30 - 12:30 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
**SOLD OUT** Join Canton Leisure Services at the Village Arts Factory for a fun morning at the Bluey Bonanza! Bluey will be there to meet and dance with and other activities will include a Bluey art activity, drop-in themed Bluey games, photo opportunities, themed snacks, Bluey dance party, and a special treat to take home. Your ticket includes one child and one adult. To add additional children, another ticket must be purchased.

Grit & Glory: Art Exhibit Reception & Open House
2025-03-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Brian Peck is a portrait photographer based in Novi, Michigan, and the owner of Kamera Clips, a thriving photography business. His passion for photography began with the birth of his son, inspiring him to document their journey together. That passion deepened during a transformative trip to the Grand Canyon, where the awe-inspiring landscapes sparked a lifelong commitment to capturing life’s most breathtaking moments.

Graduating with honors in Photography from OCC, Brian has built a career dedicated to creating striking portraits and telling compelling visual stories through his lens. His work has been showcased in numerous art exhibitions across Southeast Michigan, earning recognition for its depth and authenticity.

When he’s not crafting portraits for clients, Brian pursues personal projects, seeking out unique subjects both locally and across the country. His photography is fueled by a deep appreciation for family, exploration, and the beauty of life’s unexpected moments.

Come meet the photographer while enjoying an opportunity to view his works up close at the opening reception of Grit & Glory: A Detroit Showcase on Friday, March 7. Snacks, light refreshments, and live music will be present for your enjoyment as you browse the photography on display in the gallery. Doors open at 6:00pm and the reception open house will run until 8:00pm. This event is free to attend and open to all.

Adult Fitness Pop-Up: Yoga
2025-03-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Our popular Adult Fitness Pop-Up series concludes this March with Yoga at the Village Arts Factory! Join us on Tuesday, March 11 for an approachable, 1-hour yoga flow led by our certified instructor surrounded by art and candlelight. Yoga is a wonderful opportunity to relax your mind, create positive focus, and gently stretch the body. Both practiced yogis and first-time beginners will enjoy this guided flow in our unique art studio space. You are welcome to bring your own mat, or we will have plenty available to borrow. An afterglow with snacks and refreshments will follow the class, including an opportunity to stroll the art gallery and socialize with friends and neighbors. The cost is just $10 per person and you can register online by clicking here.
Proceeds from this Adult Fitness Pop-Up will support the Learn.Advocate.Mentor program, a Lead #LikeAGirl initiative of Canton’s B.L.O.C.K. program.

Wildlife Encounter in the Village
2025-03-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
**SOLD OUT** Join us at the Village Arts Factory on Thursday, March 20 for Wildlife Encounter in the Village! Your kids will love spending an hour with Nelson “The Animal Guy” and his Wildlife Safari animals! Recommended for children of all ages (or the young at heart!), this $5 event will allow the kids to get up close and personal with a large variety of exotic animals from around the world while learning about conservation efforts. Light snacks, water, and juice will be provided. Register your kids today and plan to join us for this special event in Cherry Hill Village! Please note: only purchase tickets for your kids; parents do not need a ticket. Parent or legal guardian must attend with child.
Instructor Bio
Nelson “The Animal Guy” is a federally licensed conservationist, master falconer, wildlife exhibitor, and animal trainer. For over 25 years, he and his animal friends have appeared at countless events across the country providing wildlife encounters to people of all ages. Based in Michigan, Nelson created Wildlife Safari in the early ’90s with the mission being to develop exciting hands-on, natural science programs that perfectly combine education and entertainment. Over the years, he’s worked really hard to promote the concept of safe, fun, and positive interactions with living creatures.
Program Info
Wildlife Safari features a large variety of exotic animals from around the world for shows, lectures, and exhibits. Licensed and insured, we are extremely dedicated to providing the safest, most exciting animal encounters for people of all ages. Designed to be fun and educational, our natural science programs are very hands-on and are great for small or large audiences.
Location
Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Road, Canton, MI 48188
For more information, please contact Frani Lantigua at: frani.lantigua@cantonmi.gov

Stretch Bracelet Workshop: Dragon Bloodstone
2025-03-27 18:30 - 19:30 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Stretch Bracelet Workshop: Dragon Bloodstone
📅 Date: March 27
⏰ Time: 6:30 – 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Village Arts Factory
💎 Cost: $30 per person (all materials included)
Join us for a hands-on bracelet-making workshop featuring 6mm Dragon Bloodstone beads—a powerful gemstone known for its grounding and protective energy. In this one-hour session, you’ll learn how to design and string your own custom stretch bracelet using Stretch Magic cord, while also discovering the unique properties and history of Dragon’s Blood stone.
This class includes:
✨ All materials needed to create one bracelet
✨ Guided instruction and tips for making durable stretch jewelry
✨ A brief presentation on the meaning and benefits of Dragon’s Blood stone
Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike! Secure your spot today and create a meaningful, handmade piece to take home.
📩 Reserve your spot now! Limited spaces available.

Cozy Candles & Cocktails
2025-03-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Cozy Candles & Cocktails is back by popular demand! March is Women’s History Month, and we are all about connecting with each other. Grab your girl friends, co-workers, mothers and sisters and come out blend, create and pour. The cost is just $45 per person, which includes tasty sips (21+) and all candle-making materials.

The Art of Jazz: Art Reception & Live Jazz with Kathy Kosins
2025-04-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
The Village Arts Factory welcomes local jazz legend and celebrated visual artist Kathy Kosins for a special evening of art, jazz, and conversation! Join us in celebrating the start of Jazz History Month with live jazz music and the opening reception of Kathy’s art gallery exhibit, titled The Art of Jazz, featuring her signature improvisatory paintings on canvas. Generously sponsored by Edward Jones of Cherry Hill Village and Expressions Music Academy, this event will run from 6:00 to 9:00pm at the Village Arts Factory and is free and open to the public. Meet the artist, browse the gallery exhibit, experience the sweet sounds of live jazz, and enjoy a variety of snacks and light refreshments. If you love art and jazz, this event is not to be missed! For more information, please contact us at: kevin.ryan@cantonmi.gov

About the Artist:
Kathy Kosins is an interdisciplinary artist and a master of improvisation. Her art quite literally translates from stage to canvas. She may be best known for her successful career as a critically acclaimed jazz and soul artist, yet all the while Kosins has been quietly gaining ground in the modern art world as well.
“For me, art and music are one in the same,” Kosins says. “There’s no separation and there never has been.” Self-taught as musician, composer and visual artist, Kosins creates abstract acrylic paintings on canvas. A mid-century modern aesthetic has long inspired her work. Cubist and surrealist artists of the 1950s and 1960s inform her technique.
Kosins never studied art or music. Still, she’s made a decades-long career in those fields. “My artwork is total improvisation,” she says. “There is no preconceived composition.” At most, Kosins may choose a color palette ahead of time. She believes in creating art when the moment strikes. That is exactly how she began painting from a live music stage.
Those who have had the opportunity to see Kosins perform – and paint on stage – know it’s a rarity. Kosins often says she “hears color and sees sound,” a condition known as synesthesia. As the band continues to play an impromptu instrumental on stage, she applies color and strokes – each inspired visually by the interpretation of the music. The end result is an abstraction of the music being played.
Kosins is passionate about making art. Enough so that she created a clinic to guide aspiring or professional artists through the process itself. Titled, “Improvisation on Canvas,” Kosins has taught courses to students of all ages – at high schools, performing arts schools, colleges and continuing education courses across the country.
Kosins’ commissioned paintings are held in private collections throughout the US and Europe. To learn more, please click here to visit the artist’s website.

Holi Festival of Colors: Arts & Crafts Pop-Up
2025-04-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
We’re celebrating the Holi Festival of Colors with a special arts & crafts pop-up event on Friday, April 11 from 5:00 to 7:00p.m. The cultural celebration of Holi symbolizes the arrival of spring, the triumph of good over evil, and a time for renewal and unity. Bring the kids and take part in free art activities while exploring the significance of this joyful festival. Round out your evening with delicious offerings from an authentic Indian food truck and Kulfi ice cream vendor. Save the date!

The Robot Shop: Assemblage Art Workshop
2025-04-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Join us on Sunday, April 13 at D&M Art Studio for our next PARTS (assemblage art) workshop with local artist, Daniel Zuber! For this workshop, we invite you to enter “The Robot Shop”, where you’ll use upcycled parts and materials to create your own Scrapbot. Everyone will get a bin which you may fill to the top with anything you desire to make your creation. Next, you’ll assemble your Scrapbot using a variety of tools and fasteners like glue guns, drills, nuts, screws, nails, tacks, brackets, hammers, screwdrivers, wire cutters, pliers, paints, and more! Daniel Zuber will be your host for 2 hours, helping you create from a planned design, or enjoying watching you go your own direction.
This is a make-and-take event, and light refreshments and snacks are included. Take advantage of our special introductory price of just $25.00 per person!
To secure your seat, please email Daniel Zuber at: zuber.daniel72@gmail.com.

Art in Bloom: Spring Artisan Market
2025-04-26 10:00 - 17:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Mark your calendars for the return of Art in Bloom at the Village Arts Factory! Presented by The Village Grocery, this annual Spring Artisan Market in Cherry Hill Village will feature our Arts Warehouse studio artists, food trucks, coffee, concessions, live music, face painting, and over 20 local vendors selling their art, crafts, concessions, and artisanal wares. Bring the kids to enjoy a fun spring craft activity and fairy door scavenger hunt with prizes. This event is free and open to the public. Come and spend a beautiful day with us at the Village Arts Factory as we celebrate the return of all things spring!
2025 Art in Bloom: Marketplace Vendors
All Hands on DesignChariot CraftsCherry Hill Potters GuildCoyly ScriptD & M Art StudioDonna Jean ArtDrangonfly JewelsEvermore Homestead Creations LLCFlowing ScriptFransArtSpaceFreezie Fitz CandyIvory and IronJump-A-Rama Gymnastics & FitnessKelly’s Creative ShopLily Pad CraftsMementosByLetiMiranda St. CreationsNalu Nalu This & ThatNimble ShipNothing Bundt CakesPartnership for the Arts & HumanitiesPat’s CreationsPermanent Jewelry by IrosePourMeArtSignWoodworksSkinCare Social ClubSweet Creations by MicheleThe Village Doctor at Cherry HillThe Village GroceryWild Wolf Coffee
Special thanks to our generous event sponsors: The Village Grocery, Jacob Matthew Jewelers, Blink Eyecare, The Village Doctor at Cherry Hill, and Merrill Mueting Lyczak Group.

Islamic Art Workshop
2025-04-30 18:00 - 19:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
**EVENT CANCELLED** Discover the beauty of Islamic-inspired art! In this workshop, you’ll create a personalized mixed-media piece using your Arabic initials, layered with geometric and floral patterns inspired by traditional Islamic designs. Through stamps, stencils, and guided techniques, you’ll learn how to build a harmonious composition that blends personal meaning with cultural artistry.
The cost is just $30 per person and all materials are included. Participants will enjoy complimentary Middle Eastern snacks and refreshments. Recommended for children and adults ages 11+.
Come and celebrate Arab-American History Month with us while creating a beautiful piece of art to take home and display! For more information, please contact us at: frani.lantigua@cantonmi.gov

Cherry Hill Village Art Walk
2025-05-03 10:00 - 11:30 | Cherry Hill Village, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Join us for these special Art Walks that will be held quarterly in beautiful Cherry Hill Village!
We’ll meet at The Village Theater where we’ll enjoy donuts and coffee and view the current exhibit at the Gallery at Cherry Hill Village, located at 50400 Cherry Hill Road. Next, we’ll head to the Village Arts Factory for a short tour where we’ll end our walk enjoying the Fine Art Gallery’s current exhibit. This is a wonderful opportunity to view the beautiful art on display in Cherry Hill Village, guided by the gallery coordinators at both facilities. All ages are welcome to attend!
These events are FREE and open to the public. Pre-registration is required.
Additional Art Walk dates are Saturday, July 19 and Saturday, October 4.
For additional information or to register over the phone, please contact jennifer.collins@cantonmi.gov or call 734/394-5374

Art Exhibit Reception: Myriad Textures of Musings
2025-05-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
The Village Arts Factory is proud to welcome Detroit-based artist Marcia K. Hales for an extraordinary solo art exhibition this May, titled Myriad Textures of Musings. The exhibit will feature nearly three-dozen of the artist’s signature, abstract works. Join us for the opening reception on Tuesday, May 6, from 6:00 to 8:00pm. Browse the exhibit, meet the artist, and enjoy a variety of light refreshments. There is no cost to attend and all are welcome.
About the Exhibit
Myriad Textures of Musings, a solo exhibition by Detroit-based artist Marcia K. Hales, invites viewers into a dynamic interplay of depth, movement, and imagination. Known for her ability to transform space through abstract forms and layered textures, Hales creates works that reflect her musings on everyday life and imagined experiences. Her newest pieces encourage the eye to dance freely across the canvas, engaging both visually and emotionally.
Rooted in a lifelong passion for the handmade, Hales began painting in her hometown of Farmington, Michigan. Her artistic journey has taken her across the country—from studying and exhibiting in Massachusetts and California to settling in Northern Michigan for nearly two decades. Since 2020, she has called Detroit home, where she remains an active participant in the local arts community.
Hales holds an MFA in Design from UMass Dartmouth and has exhibited internationally, with her work held in collections across the U.S., Mexico, the Netherlands, France, and Turkey. She has been featured in numerous solo exhibitions and continues to be represented by Twisted Fish Gallery in Elk Rapids, Michigan.
In Myriad Textures of Musings, Hales offers a collection of recent linear works that blur the line between the tangible and the abstract. Inspired by fleeting moments—a forest of trees, children at play, or the imagined rhythm of music—her paintings serve as open invitations to explore, reflect, and, perhaps, get quietly lost within them.

Glass Fusion Workshop: Nature's Friends
2025-05-07 18:15 - 20:15 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Come join us for this adorable “Nature’s Friends” Glass Fusion Workshop at the Village Arts Factory! This in-person workshop is simple and fun, and easy enough for a beginner. It’s the perfect opportunity to spend a relaxing evening crafting and enjoying the unique experience of working with glass. With nature’s friends, we enjoy more of life’s beauty!
When purchasing your ticket, select from making a lavender night light or sun catcher. The clear base piece will be cut for you and we will work with glass that is easy to design with minimal cutting. The cost is $42 per person. All materials will be provided and no previous experience is needed.
This glass workshop is appropriate for children ages 10+ who are accompanied by a paid adult; tickets will need to be purchased for both adult and child. All projects will go home with the instructor to kiln fired and will be delivered back to the Village Arts Factory in approximately 10-12 days. An email will be sent out to participants with pick-up instructions.
Please note: closed-toed shoes and covered drink containers are required. Sorry, no snacks allowed. Food and glass do not mix! Please let your friends and family know about the fun!
Please note: Due to the need to purchase class supplies in advance, there are no refunds for this class within 5 days of the event. If an emergency arises, you may send someone else in your place.

Glass Art Workshop: Wind Chimes
2025-05-15 18:15 - 20:15 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Come join us for a fun and creative glass wind chime workshop at the Village Arts Factory! This is a simple and enjoyable class where you’ll learn how to easily bead and assemble a beautiful wind chime. It’s the perfect opportunity to spend a relaxing evening crafting and enjoying a great art experience with friends or by yourself!
The cost is $39 per person and all materials will be provided. No previous experience is necessary. Participants will enjoy a huge assortment of beautiful beads to choose from to customize their chime. All glass bottles will be cut prior to class, though we will enjoy a hands-on experience with sanding them together.
This glass workshop is appropriate for children ages 10+ who are accompanied by a paid adult; tickets will need to be purchased for both adult and child. Please bring a shopping bag or tote bag with you as this is a take-home project and will be ready to go with you at the end of class.
Please note: Due to the need to purchase class supplies in advance, there are no refunds for this class within 5 days of the event. If an emergency arises, you may send someone else in your place or contact the instructor to choose a wind chime or wind chime kit made for you in lieu of your empty seat. Please contact Laurie Freeman within 72 hours after the missed class at: KissMyGlassArt@yahoo.com

Outdoor Cultural Movie Night
2025-05-16 19:30 - 22:30 | Cherry Hill Schoolhouse, 50440 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48187
Join us for the return of our Outdoor Cultural Movie Nights in Cherry Hill Village! Sponsored by Oak Pointe Church Canton, guests will enjoy a beautiful evening under the stars celebrating Italian Cultural Heritage with kids crafts, lawn games, pre-show entertainment, and a free showing of Disney Pixar’s animated film Luca (Rated-PG). Bring folding chairs, a picnic blanket, and your favorite snacks! Guests may arrive anytime after 7:30pm; please note that the film will not begin until sunset, approximately 9:00pm.

Event Timeline:
7:30pm — Doors Open // Kids Crafts // Games8:00pm — Pre-Show Cultural Entertainment9:00pm — Showing of Disney Pixar’s Luca (Rated-PG)

Event Location:
Cherry Hill Schoolhouse Lawn50440 Cherry Hill RdCanton, MI 48187

For more information, please contact Frani Lantigua at: frani.lantigua@cantonmi.gov

Art Exhibit Reception: Nature's Beauty
2025-06-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Nature’s Beauty, a solo exhibition by Courtney Crider, is about celebrating the natural beauty of both people and nature – highlighting Black beauty in honor of Juneteenth. Courtney believes that every human is a beautiful creation, formed by God himself. This Juneteenth, she wants to highlight Black beauty alongside His floral creations.
Courtney’s art is first drawn digitally, freehand on a tablet with a stylus. Her work is then printed as giclee art prints with some of them hand embellished with a variety of materials. Creating mixed media artwork is a newer discipline for Courtney, as she recently began experimenting with collage art and wanted to incorporate that with her digital paintings. This exhibition will be her first time unveiling her mixed media work to the public eye. Nature’s Beauty will feature new pieces inspired by florals and black beauty, paired with old favorites that have been newly embellished with mixed media materials.
A passage from the Bible, Matthew 6:28-34, is one thing that inspired this exhibition’s theme: “The lilies of the field neither toil nor spin, yet they are beautiful as they are. God made them that way. And if even the wild grass is clothed with such beautiful lilies, how much more will He clothe, oh yes, you? If God takes delight in His floral creations, how much more joyful is He over the beauty of his human creations?”
Please join us for the opening reception of Nature’s Beauty on Monday, June 2 from 6:00 to 9:00pm. All are welcome to come explore the exhibit, meet the artist, and partake in light refreshments. The exhibit will remain on public display at the Village Arts Factory through the end of June. Regular gallery hours are 9:00am to 7:00pm, Monday through Saturday. For more information about the exhibit, please contact us at: kevin.ryan@cantonmi.gov

Glass Fusion Workshop: Lavender Fields
2025-06-04 18:15 - 20:15 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Come join us for this beautiful “Lavender Fields” Glass Fusion Workshop at the Village Arts Factory! This in-person workshop is simple and fun, and easy enough for a beginner. It’s the perfect opportunity to spend a relaxing evening crafting and enjoying the unique experience of working with glass.
When purchasing your ticket, select from making a lavender night light or sun catcher. The clear base piece will be cut for you and we will work with glass that is easy to design with minimal cutting. The cost is $42 per person. All materials will be provided and no previous experience is needed.
This glass workshop is appropriate for children ages 10+ who are accompanied by a paid adult; tickets will need to be purchased for both adult and child. All projects will go home with the instructor to kiln fired and will be delivered back to the Village Arts Factory in approximately 10-12 days. An email will be sent out to participants with pick-up instructions.
Please note: closed-toed shoes and covered drink containers are required. Sorry, no snacks allowed. Food and glass do not mix! Please let your friends and family know about the fun!
Click Here to Register!
Please note: Due to the need to purchase class supplies in advance, there are no refunds for this class within 5 days of the event. If an emergency arises, you may send someone else in your place.

Pour With Pride: A Candle-Making Experience of Identity & Joy
2025-06-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Join us for a night of self-love, creativity, and community at our Pride Month candle-making experience. Create custom candles that reflect your identity, journey, or affirmation of Pride. Each candle will include a personalized scent blend and an affirmation label created by you. Because your light deserves to shine, and your flame is worth celebrating.
All are welcome, regardless of gender, orientation, race, ethnicity, religion, or ability. Ages 21+ only, please. Light Appetizers and cocktails will be provided.
For more information, please contact us at: kevin.ryan@cantonmi.gov
Event Information
Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025
Location: Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd., Canton, MI 48188
Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Cost: $45 per person; all materials included

Yoga in the Village
2025-06-05 19:00 - 20:00 | Cherry Hill Schoolhouse, 50440 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48187
The Village Arts Factory is excited to announce the return of Yoga in the Village on Thursday, June 5, at 7:00 p.m.! Generously sponsored by The Village Doctor at Cherry Hill, join us on the lawn of the Cherry Hill Schoolhouse on Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m. all summer long for a FREE outdoor yoga flow accessible for all fitness levels. Just bring a yoga mat or beach towel and some comfortable clothing; no pre-registration required. Our team of certified yoga instructors will help you stretch your body, connect with nature, and calm your mind. No previous experience necessary.

For scheduling or location changes due to inclement weather, please follow the Village Arts Factory on Facebook or visit: villageartsfactory.com/events.

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Yoga in the Village
2025-06-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Cherry Hill Schoolhouse, 50440 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48187
The Village Arts Factory is excited to announce the return of Yoga in the Village this summer! Generously sponsored by The Village Doctor at Cherry Hill, join us on the lawn of the Cherry Hill Schoolhouse on Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m. all summer long for a FREE outdoor yoga flow accessible for all fitness levels. Just bring a yoga mat or beach towel and some comfortable clothing; no pre-registration required. Our team of certified yoga instructors will help you stretch your body, connect with nature, and calm your mind. No previous experience necessary.
For scheduling or location changes due to inclement weather, please follow the Village Arts Factory on Facebook or visit: villageartsfactory.com/events.

Pride Trivia Night
2025-06-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Maraschinos Pub, 50296 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48187, United States
Celebrate Pride Month in Canton during this special Trivia Night hosted by Sporcle Trivia, featuring 2 one-hour games with Pride-themed Trivia Questions and giveaways. Prizes will also be awarded to first-place teams. Those 21+ and over can enjoy Pride Month cocktails. Test your knowledge of important moments in LBGTQIA+ history. Brought to you by Canton Township and the Village Arts Factory as part of PRIDE in Canton. Games are limited to 60 participants; first come, first served! Assemble your team and join us for a fun night out.
