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Youth Essay Contest

Youth Essay Contest sponsored by Chelsea Kiwanis. For Grades 1-12 with topics specified by age group. Essays or art due on January 20th. Details from each school office or owofchelsea.org 

Collection for Safe House

Silver Maples of Chelsea 100 Silver Maples Dr., Chelsea, MI, United States

Collection for Safe House - organized by Silver Maples. Drop boxes at Silver Maples.

Celebrating Diversity Through Food Intergenerational Workshop

WSEC Cafeteria 512 Washington Street, Chelsea, MI, United States

Celebrating Diversity Through Food Intergenerational Workshop - Friday, January 13 at 3.30pm. In the WSEC Cafeteria. An exploration of foods from across the world. Sponsored by the Chelsea Senior Center. chelseaseniors.org

Making Blankets for Refugees

Chelsea First United Methodist Church 128 Park St., Chelsea, MI, United States

Making blankets for refugees  No-Sew Blankets. Blanket kits provided or bring your own. Monday, January 16, 10am-noon. First United Methodist Church. Sponsored by Material Girls.

Decorating Cards and Valentines for Seniors

Chelsea First United Methodist Church 128 Park St., Chelsea, MI, United States

Decorating cards and Valentines for Seniors. Join us or drop off what you’ve made at home. Monday, January 16, 10am-noon. First United Methodist Church. Sponsored by Material Girls.

Storyteller Gwendolyn Lewis as Coretta Scott King

Chelsea District Library 221 S. Main St., Chelsea, MI, United States

Storyteller Gwendolyn Lewis as Coretta Scott King at the Chelsea District Library on January 16 at 2pm. In the McKune Room - no registration necessary. Sponsored by the Chelsea District Library. Details can be found on the Chelsea District Library website: Storyteller Gwendolyn Lewis as Coretta Scott King

This Saturday!!

COMMUNITY DISCUSSION PART 3 - Join us for an important conversation on June 23 at 6.30pm in the McKune Room, Chelsea District Library. We will gather at 6pm for pizza or bring a snack. Discussion starts promptly at 6.30. Books are available to borrow or purchase at Serendipity Books. Ask at the counter. It's a short book so please share. Zoom link available at www.owofchelsea.org/resources/community-discussion/

On Saturday, April 19, 2025, in Western Washtenaw County, Michigan, local experts were asked to share stories to help us connect what is happening on the national level to the impacts it is having on our community. Watch the 2 minute promo video here: owofchelsea.org/resources Our trusted friends, neighbors, and family members gave 3-5 minute speeches on a variety of topics. Full event video and all individual speeches will be posted soon at owofchelsea.org/resources Thanks to all the speakers, organizers, and volunteers. Special thanks to Culture Pop Films and @maximilianfilms3994 (YouTube) for capturing the video and photos from the event! 50501 Michigan, Indivisible Guide, Western Washtenaw Democrats, Voters Not Politicians, Washtenaw County Democratic Party #handsoff, #50501, #Indivisible, #LocalStories, #rally, #westernwashtenaw

Reminder for Saturday! It's time to be seen! BRING A NON-PERISHABLE DONATION FOR FIA (Faith-In-Action).

New readings posted! Let's get together and talk next week! Wed, April 23, 7pm Articles, link and meeting info here: https://owofchelsea.org/resources/community-discussion/

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