Line Dance Night at the Village Arts Factory
2026-02-21 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Detroit) | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Bundle up outside, then kick up your boots inside—the Village Arts Factory is excited to introduce our very first Line Dance Night! 🤠✨
This brand-new program was created in response to popular demand, and we’re thrilled to finally bring it to life. If winter has you feeling cooped up, this is the perfect way to escape the cold, get moving, and try something new in a warm, welcoming space.
No experience? No problem. With expert, easy-to-follow instruction, you’ll be stepping, stomping, and smiling in no time. Whether you come with friends or on your own, expect great music, lots of laughs, and an upbeat atmosphere that’s all about fun—not perfection.
Your ticket includes:

Guided line dance instruction
Tasty sips and light bites
A lively winter escape at the Village Arts Factory

Spots are limited for this inaugural event—scan the QR code to save your spot on the dance floor! 🕺💃
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Romancing the Book Night
2026-02-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Calling all romance readers and book lovers! Join us for a cozy, creative evening where stories, sparkle, and community come together. Turn your favorite hardcover book into a dazzling work of art with shimmering gems, test your knowledge during romance-genre trivia, enjoy themed refreshments, and connect with fellow fans of love stories that make your heart flutter.
This memorable night celebrates romance novels, artistic expression, and the joy of sharing beloved book recommendations with others who get it. Whether you’re swooning over classic love stories or devouring the latest romantasy, this event is all about celebrating the books that have captured your heart.
Best of all, this unique bookish experience supports a great cause. In partnership with the Plymouth-Canton Community Literacy Council, and thanks to a generous grant from the Partnership for the Arts & Humanities, all proceeds directly benefit local literacy programs in our community.
📚💖 Book a night out for a great cause!
BYOB — Bring Your Own Book! We’ll supply the bedazzling gems, creative materials, and plenty of evening fun.

The Big Art Game Show
2026-03-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Get ready for an art experience like no other! The Big Art Game Show combines creativity, chance, and classic game-night fun into one unforgettable afternoon at the Village Arts Factory.
Participants will create a collage or mixed-media artwork using game pieces and surprise materials, but here’s the twist—part of the creative process is the game! Along the way, you’ll roll the dice, spin the wheel, pick cards, solve puzzles, and test your trivia skills, all while earning points, unlocking materials, and winning prizes.
✨ What to Expect:

Guided mixed-media art creation using game pieces
Interactive gameplay woven into the art-making process
Rolling dice, spinning wheels, mystery boxes, and surprise challenges
Art trivia, puzzles, and chances to win prizes
Music, refreshments, and a lively, playful atmosphere
Endless art supplies provided—just bring your imagination!

🎨 Dress Code:
Dress colorful and wacky—the funkier, the better! This is a celebration of creativity, play, and self-expression.
👨‍👩‍👧 Ages:
Open to all ages. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
💲 Cost:
$30 per person
📧 Registration:
Advance registration is required. Email zuber.daniel72@gmail.com to reserve your seats.
Whether you’re a seasoned artist, a curious beginner, or just looking for a creative way to spend a Sunday afternoon, The Big Art Game Show is designed to be welcoming, engaging, and full of surprises.
🎉 Come ready for fun, games, creativity, and a little bit of chance—we can’t wait to see what you create!

The Full Spectrum of Colored Pencil
2026-03-08 12:00 - 17:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Discover what colored pencils are truly capable of in this engaging and technique-focused workshop. Whether you’re picking up colored pencils for the first time or looking to refine your existing skills, this class is designed to help you grow as an artist.
Through guided demonstrations and hands-on instruction, students will explore essential techniques such as layering, burnishing, blending, and creating realistic highlights and shadows. We will examine how these techniques apply across a variety of subjects, including still life, landscape, and portraiture.
Additional topics include:

Selecting and using the best tools and materials
Professional tips and “secrets of the trade”
Working from photo reference
Composition and mechanical drawing basics
Incorporating digital editing into your process

The class will begin with five structured beginner projects to build foundational skills. Returning students may choose from intermediate and advanced projects, including portrait studies featuring a variety of skin tones. Participants are also welcome to bring a personal drawing they would like guidance on.
Materials
Students are required to bring their own supplies. Please review the required supply list carefully to ensure you have all necessary materials for full participation.
Refund Policy
Participants wishing to withdraw must submit a cancellation request at least seven (7) days prior to the start of the program to receive a refund. Refund requests made fewer than seven (7) days before the program begins cannot be honored. This policy ensures instructors are fairly compensated for preparation time and materials.
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Classics & Cocktails: The Thin Man
2026-03-11 19:00 - 20:45 | Village Theater, 50400 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Start the spring season with sharp wit and classic glamour as Classics & Cocktails presents the beloved mystery-comedy The Thin Man!
Join us for a sophisticated evening inspired by Nick and Nora Charles, featuring a screening of this fast-talking classic paired with themed bites and specialty cocktails ($) to match the film’s clever charm. Sip on expertly crafted cocktails and enjoy light snacks as you settle in for an unforgettable night of laughs, intrigue, and old-Hollywood elegance.
Whether you’re a longtime classic film lover or discovering this gem for the first time, this is your chance to experience a true cinematic favorite—martini in hand.
📅 Date: Wednesday, March 11
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
🎟 Admission: $8
🍸 Themed Food & Drink | 21+
Dress in your best vintage flair, take your seat, and enjoy a stylish night at the movies.
*Please note: cocktails are not included with the ticket and must be purchased at the bar at the theater on the evening of the film.
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Art Exhibit Reception: Shared Frequencies
2026-03-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
This March, the Village Arts Factory presents a vibrant pop-art exhibition showcasing three dynamic artists whose work reimagines contemporary culture through bold color, layered imagery, and personal narrative.
Chris Dragan (DraganPopArt) brings an energetic fusion of pop art, abstraction, and bricolage. Working with acrylics, oils, inks, vintage magazines, comics, and found materials, Dragan constructs visually striking compositions that invite viewers to interpret and emotionally engage with iconic imagery and unexpected textures.
Cassidy Barnett explores memory, materiality, and personal history through screen printing, painting, and fabric manipulation. Her layered works—often incorporating textiles and translucent surfaces—examine how recollection shifts over time, blending nostalgia with contemporary visual language.
Chase Linden, creator of OAOWORLD, merges music, fashion, and visual art into colorful, imaginative worlds rooted in curiosity and positive energy. His bold, graphic style and sculptural elements reflect a playful spirit that connects viewers to creativity and community.
Together, these artists offer distinct yet complementary approaches to pop-inspired expression—celebrating color, culture, memory, and imagination.
Join us at the Village Arts Factory on Friday, March 13, for the opening reception of Shared Frequencies. Stop by between 6:00 and 8:00pm to meet the artists, view the exhibit, and enjoy a variety of light refreshments. There is no cost to attend and all are welcome!

Wildlife Night in the Village
2026-03-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of wild discoveries! Cherry Hill Village invites kids and families to Wildlife Night in the Village featuring amazing exotic animals from around the world, hosted by Nelson, “The Animal Guy”. Young animal lovers will get up close with fascinating creatures, learn fun and surprising facts, and hear engaging stories about animals you don’t usually see in your backyard. This interactive, hands-on experience is designed to spark curiosity, inspire learning, and create lasting memories. Join us for an exciting night of adventure, education, and exotic wildlife fun right here in Cherry Hill Village!
Event Details
Date: Thursday, March 19th, 2026 from 6:00PM-7:00PM
Location: 50755 Cherry Hill Road, Canton, MI, 48188
Cost: $10.00 per child- 2 adults per child ticket only*
Refreshments: Animal crackers and juice provided!
*Please only purchase tickets for your children; adults DO NOT need a separate ticket. To avoid overcapacity at the venue, only 2 adults will be allowed entry per child.

Improvisation on Canvas with Kathy Kosins
2026-03-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Improvisation on Canvas is a hands-on, three-hour workshop that invites participants to paint while listening to a curated jazz playlist, focusing on abstract expression through texture, movement, and color. Inspired by Bebop-era greats such as Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, and Miles Davis, along with other modern jazz composers, this immersive experience encourages students to “hear” color and “listen” for shape.
Led by recognized artist and experienced educator Kathy Kosins, the workshop offers an exciting exploration of sound translated into visual form. Kathy will provide individual guidance throughout the session and encourage experimentation with alternative tools and materials, which she will supply.
Participants should bring a few small to medium canvases, along with paints and brushes they enjoy working with. Acrylic paint is recommended. (Please avoid very large canvases.)
The workshop concludes with an optional group share, allowing participants to reflect on their work, learn from one another, and discuss their creative process.
About Kathy Kosins
Kathy Kosins is an interdisciplinary artist whose work bridges music and visual art through improvisation. While widely known for her critically acclaimed career as a jazz and soul recording artist, Kosins has also established herself in the contemporary art world with abstract acrylic paintings inspired by mid-century modern design, cubism, and surrealism.
Self-taught as a musician, composer, and visual artist, Kosins approaches painting with the same spontaneity as live performance. “My artwork is total improvisation,” she says. “There is no preconceived composition.” Often, her only advance decision is a color palette, allowing the moment to guide the work.
Kosins is known for painting live on stage while musicians perform, translating sound into color and movement in real time. She frequently describes herself as someone who “hears color and sees sound,” a phenomenon associated with synesthesia. The resulting artworks are visual abstractions of the music itself.
Passionate about teaching, Kosins developed Improvisation on Canvas as a clinic to guide artists of all levels through the creative process. She has taught workshops and courses nationwide at high schools, performing arts schools, colleges, and continuing education programs. Her commissioned works are held in private collections across the United States and Europe.
Cancellation Policy: Refunds (minus processing fees) are available up to seven days before the class begins. Refunds cannot be issued within seven days of the class date.
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The 24 Hour Play-Off
2026-03-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Village Theater, 50400 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Join us for the Village Theater’s first annual 24 Hour Play-Off! On Saturday, March 28, four local playwrights will draw prompts that will inspire four new plays to be written THAT NIGHT! Then, on Sunday, March 29, local actors and directors have 12 hours to put on a show in front of a live audience. During the performances, the audience will vote for the winning team! Don’t miss your chance to see these world-premier plays created in just 24 hours by local playwrights, directors and actors!
Which team will reign supreme? Find out at the 24 Hour Play-Off!
Performance Details
Sunday, March 29th, 2026
Doors open at 6:30PM, show begins at 7:00PM
$5 per ticket, online or in person
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Write Your Life: A Memoir Workshop
2026-04-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Everyone has a story worth telling. This April, join author Dorothy J. Best, M.A. for an inspiring four-week memoir workshop designed to help you turn your life experiences into meaningful, compelling narrative.
Held on Thursdays in April from 2:00 PM–4:00 PM, this interactive workshop offers a supportive space for writers of all levels. Whether you’re just beginning or looking to deepen a work in progress, you’ll gain practical tools and creative momentum to move your story forward.
Learn to:

Use curated prompts to craft a personal narrative
Build a supportive community of writers
Grow confidence in your work by sharing it in a collaborative environment

Event Details:

Four Thursdays in April, beginning April 9
2:00pm-4:00pm
$225.00 for all four sessions

Tuition Includes:

4 group classes
all course materials
1 private edit session
light refreshments

Reserve your seat today and learn how to write about your life from a professional author!

Art in Bloom: Color Run
2026-05-02 09:00 - 10:00 | Preservation Park, 500 Ridge Rd N, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Kick off spring with the vibrant Art in Bloom: Color Run, a fun, family-friendly 5K run/walk through picturesque Cherry Hill Village! Whether you run, walk, jog, or skip, this colorful community event is designed for participants of all ages and abilities.
As you move along the scenic 5K course starting and ending at Preservation Park, you’ll encounter color stations where volunteers shower runners with bright, eco-friendly powder—turning every step into a celebration of movement, art, and joy.
Proceeds from the Art in Bloom: Color Run benefit the Partnership for the Arts and the Village Arts Factory, supporting year-round arts programming, community events, galleries, and creative opportunities throughout Cherry Hill Village.
Schedule

8:00 AM – Same-day registration & packet pickup
9:00 AM – 5K Run/Walk begins

Registration
Early registration offers $35 discounted pricing, with fees increasing on April 1, 2026. Ages 16 and under can register for the special youth price of just $25.
Bring your friends, family, and sneakers for a morning filled with color, fun, and community spirit. Celebrate spring and support the arts in a uniquely joyful way at the Villages Arts Factory’s Art in Bloom: Color Run!
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Glass Fusion Workshop: Spring Dragonfly
2026-05-28 18:15 - 20:15 | Village Arts Factory, 50755 Cherry Hill Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, United States
Celebrate the season with color, creativity, and a little sparkle in this beginner-friendly fused glass workshop on Thursday, May 28th from 6:15–8:15 PM. For just $44, you’ll create a stunning glass dragonfly piece that will brighten any space.
Laurie of Kiss My Glass will guide you step-by-step through the magic of working with fused glass. You’ll start with a pre-cut blue glass background and choose whether you’d like to create a nightlight or a suncatcher. Then the fun begins — select from a beautiful assortment of vibrant glass colors to design your very own dragonfly exactly the way you envision it.
During class, you’ll arrange and glue your glass pieces into place. Afterward, Laurie will kiln-fire your project to fuse it into a finished work of art. Completed pieces will be ready for pickup at the Art Center in approximately 10–12 days, and all registered participants will receive an email notification when they are ready.
This class is perfect for adults of all ages and skill levels — no prior experience needed. Whether you come with friends or enjoy a creative evening for yourself, you’ll leave inspired and excited to see your finished piece.
Please Note:

Wear closed-toed shoes.
Drinks are welcome, but food is not permitted in the studio (food and glass do not mix).

Refund Policy:
There are no refunds for this class. If an emergency arises and you’re unable to attend, you have two options:

Send someone in your place, or
Make up the class by registering and paying for the next month’s session and creating two projects that evening.

To qualify for the makeup option, you must contact Laurie within 72 hours of the missed class at KissMyGlassArt@yahoo.com.
Spots are limited, so register early and join us for a colorful evening of creativity. Your spring dragonfly is waiting to take flight.
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