Want to support local arts? Check out these local arts and crafts events

Support your local artist and enjoy the nice, warm weather by attending one of the various arts and crafts events in the Blue Water Area.

The Blue Water Area is full of creative and talented artists. Find your new favorite art piece at any one of these upcoming arts events. More events can be found by visiting www.bluewater.org.

Fort Gratiot

Birchwood Mall is celebrating local artistry at its third annual Spring Gala Craft Show. The craft show will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. People will be able to find unique, handcrafted items and talk with local artists while enjoying a day at the mall.

Marine City

Taking place from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Marine City Art Drift allows attendees to explore Marine City in a city-wide art exhibition. Businesses have partnered with local artists for the day to display, sell or give demonstrations on their artwork. Attendees will be given maps to collect stamps from participating artists. Completed maps can be turned in for a chance to win a gift basket filled with art and products from local businesses.

People can download their maps and see a full list of participating businesses at www.themarinecityartdrift.godaddysites.com.

Lexington

Lexington has three art events coming up for the season. First is a three-day watercolor workshop event from May 6 to May 8 at the Lexington Bed and Breakfast, located at 5712 Main St. The event will be led by artist Tony Warren who will be guide people of all skill levels through composition, painting techniques and material usage.

The cost of the workshop is $529 and includes a two-night stay at the bed and breakfast, continental breakfast, refreshments and snacks for each day of the workshop.

The next event is the Lexington Lakeside Craft Fair, taking place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on June 15 and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 16. Tierney Park will be packed with vendors showcasing a variety of crafts, all with a backdrop of Lake Huron.

The Lexington Fine Arts Street Fair will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Aug. 3 and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Aug. 4 along Huron Avenue. Over 150 artists are expected to attend to showcase their pieces.

Port Huron

Art Hop will be filling downtown Port Huron with a night of art, food, fun and community. This sidewalk festival will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. on May 10.

Art on the River will be a three-day arts and music festival featuring local artists and bands. The festival will take place along Merchant Street and in Keifer Park. Art on the River will take place from 3 to 11 p.m. on June 7; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on June 8, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 9.

Clay Township

Celebrate local Native America artists at Clay Days on May 11. Starting at 10 a.m., people can visit with local artists and buy unique art pieces. The Native America Pow Wow will take place from noon to 4 p.m.

St. Clair

The St. Clair Art Fair is one of the oldest art fairs in Eastern Michigan. On June 29 and June 30, Palmer Park will be showcasing a variety of local artists. Come stroll along the boardwalk while admiring local art.

Algonac

Labor Day Weekend will be full of artistry in Algonac. The Algonac Art Fair will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Aug. 31 and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sept. 1 at Waterfront Park, located at 1130 St. Clair River Dr. Enjoy art, food vendors and sunny weather while strolling the nearby boardwalk.

Contact McKenna Golat at [email protected].

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