Fenton Arts Council

10/12/2026

🎶👽 The invasion begins with a single note...

Last week, our cast, musicians, and creative team gathered for the sitzprobe of War of the Worlds. A sitzprobe (German for "seated rehearsal") is the first time performers and orchestra come together to rehearse the score, blending music and storytelling into one thrilling experience.

This production is made even more special through our partnership with the , whose talented musicians are helping bring the drama, excitement, and suspense of this iconic science fiction tale to life.

Hearing the music fill the room for the first time reminded us just how epic this journey will be. We can't wait to share it with audiences soon!

Stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes looks as we continue preparing for mankind's encounter with the Martians.

10/11/2026

🎨✨ ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Lori Perrigo Sowle

The Fenton Arts Council is excited to shine the spotlight on artist Lori Perrigo Sowle, whose beautiful abstract paintings are currently on display at the Fenton Beale St. Gallery!

Through layers of color, movement, and texture, Lori creates captivating works that explore the spaces between darkness and light, turbulence and calm, and concealment and revelation.

Her intuitive approach allows each painting to evolve naturally, inviting viewers to pause, look beyond the surface, and discover their own personal connections within the artwork.

🖼️ Artist: Lori Perrigo Sowle
📍 Location: Beale Street Gallery
📅 Exhibit Dates: October 7 – November 4, 2026

✨ We invite you to stop by, explore Lori’s incredible work, and experience the beauty of abstract art through her unique perspective.

10/10/2026

🎭🚨 CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! WE NEED YOUR HELP! 🚨🎭

👇 Sign up today and help us make War of the Worlds a success!

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War of the Worlds is almost here, and there are several volunteer shifts that need to be filled!

The Fenton Community Orchestra and Wishing Well Theatre Inc. are working hard to bring this exciting production to life, but can’t do it without the support of our community!

❤️ A HUGE thank you to the FHS students and Choice One Bank for already stepping up and lending a helping hand!

Now we’re asking YOU to join in!

Can’t volunteer? You can still make a difference by sharing this post and helping us spread the word!

🎭 It takes a community to make the magic happen, and every helping hand counts! ❤️

10/02/2026

🎨✨ ARTIST SPOTLIGHT — MEET SETH BINGHAM ✨🎨

The Fenton Arts Council is excited to introduce our next solo artist featured at the Beale Street Gallery — Seth Bingham!

We invite you to visit the Beale Street Gallery and experience Seth’s work for yourself!

📍 Fenton Beale Solo Gallery
🎨 Solo Artist: Seth Bingham
📅 September 2 – October 7, 2026

At 32 years old, Seth has already worn an impressive number of hats: photographer, piano teacher, scientist, cyclist, leatherworker, and even professional aquarium cleaner. But over the past year, he made the conscious decision to embrace another role, one that has actually been part of him for as long as he can remember:

❤️ “I am an artist.”

For Seth, claiming that title has been a journey in itself.

10/01/2026

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10/01/2026

We're only a few weeks away from the Fourth Annual Fenton Storytelling Festival!

Our first featured teller is Adam Mellema, coming all the way from California to perform here in Fenton, Michigan.
Adam's zany and ridiculous stories will have you rolling on the floor with laughter, and his tender and powerful tales hit close to home with emotion.

Check out some of his work here: https://www.adammellema.com/
Check out his Social Media Profiles here: https://www.facebook.com/adam.mellema/

Join the Arts and Culture Commission for the perfect evening event on October 16th, 2026. Tickets are $20 and include light snacks and two drinks provided by The Laundry. Tickets must be purchased in advance at www.fentontickets.com

10/01/2026

09/30/2026

09/28/2026

This Wednesday is the raffle drawing at Artistic Interiors at 5:00pm! Get you tickets 🎟️ before it’s too late!

Do you have your Quilt Raffle tickets? The winners will be drawn this Wednesday, September 30 at 5:00 pm, at:
Artistic Interiors
1022 W. Silver Lake Rd.
Fenton, MI
If you still need raffle tickets they can be bought from Fenton’s Open Book on Tuesday or before 4:00pm on Wednesday. Or from Artistic Interiors on Wednesday before 4:00pm.
Don’t miss your final chance to get tickets!