Dearborn Community Fund

Beyond the Garden
NCECA Ceramics Conference Featured Exhibition (4 Days Only!)

March 24th - 27th
Artist Reception: Friday, March 27th 6-8pm.
Gallery Hours: 10am - 5pm

Beyond the Garden, brings together 11 artists whose practices engage with clays’ inherent materiality to investigate themes of ecology, the Anthropocene, and the hidden centrality of the Earth. Using their work to bring attention to climate crises, loss of biodiversity in plant and animal life, the ever-increasing issue of waste throughout our environment, or to create a moment of reprieve and quiet these artists ask us to slow down, pay attention, and contemplate what truly matters.

Featured Artists: Sarah Conti, Bridget Fairbanks, Trevor King, Anna Kruse, Julie Moon, David Morrison, Sun Young Park, Abbey Peters, Grace Potters, Jason Lee Starin, Michael Takahata.

It’s time to shine a spotlight on the stars of our creative community! The 2026 Mayor’s Arts Awards are officially approaching, and we need YOUR help to celebrate those who make our city vibrant!

📍 Where: Studio A, Ford Community & Performing Arts Center

🗓️ When: Monday, May 20, 2026 @ 7:00 PM

We are looking for nominations in five categories:

🌟 Artist Performer Award – For impactful local artists.
🏢 Organization Award – For groups advancing the arts.
🤝 Patron Award – For the generous supporters of our creative scene.
🍎 Arts Educator Award – For teachers inspiring the next generation.
🧡 Volunteer Award – For those giving their time to keep the arts alive.

⚠️ DEADLINE: Nomination forms are due by MARCH 20, 2026.

Don't let a local hero go unrecognized! Get more details or submit your nomination through the City of Dearborn’s official website.

2026 Mayor’s Arts Awards Nomination Form Click Here to Print Nomination Form The 2026 Mayor’s Arts Awards will be presented 7pm on Monday, May 20 2026 in Studio A at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center. The following awards wi…

Friday, Feb. 6, 6:30 PM 💃🏻Free dance lessons; 🎻7:30 PM concert - Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Dearborn Symphony invites you Shall We Dance, an uplifting performance for anyone who enjoys the magic that happens when music and movement meet. ❤️The concert opens with Bernstein’s lively “Times Square: 1944,” followed by the (Harry) “Potter Waltz” by John Williams, performed with dancers from the Downriver Dance Academy. 🎵Also featuring Louis Prima’s “Sing, Sing, Sing!”, Piazzolla’s “Libertango,” Tchaikovsky’s “Swan Lake”, Stephen Schwartz’s “Wicked,” and more for a memorable night. 🎟️Purchase tickets now or at the door. https://www.dearborntheater.com/events/10005144-shall-we-dance?fbclid=IwRlRTSAPyJ0xleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeFO7rqyuGOES6GXt5B6fydn4XbIvLkPM3A4sVCGutgpSNLPNvApwQdDVWuj4_aem_x
*The DCF is proud to share this information on behalf of the Dearborn Symphony, a treasured community partner.

Tickets still available!
Music and movement collide when Dearborn Symphony and Downriver Dance Academy come together in an expereince you don't want to miss.

Tomorrow - Friday, February 6, 2026 at 7:30 pm
Ford Community and Performing in Dearborn
Tickets >> dearborntheater.com

❄️ Experience festive magic at the Padzieski Gallery Holiday Market! ❄️

Shop for unique, handmade gifts by talented local artists—glass, fiber, paintings, ornaments, and more.

Don’t miss the “March of the Toy Soldiers” exhibition featuring 16 one-of-a-kind nutcrackers created by local artists!

Celebrate the season, support your community, and find the perfect gift at the Padzieski Gallery Holiday Market!

Unleash Your Child’s Creativity at Our Vibrant Summer Art Studio Camps!

Dearborn, MI – This summer, ignite your child’s imagination and artistic spirit at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center’s captivating Summer Art Studio Camps! Tailored for young artists aged 7 to 14, these immersive camps offer a transformative space where creativity flourishes and self-expression thrives.

Each week of our themed camps invites children on a delightful journey of exploration through engaging, hands-on art activities that stimulate their creativity and refine their artistic skills. Guided by a team of talented and certified art educators from Dearborn Public Schools and the College for Creative Studies, parents can have complete peace of mind that their young artists are in the care of experienced professionals passionate about fostering their creative growth.

Camp Details:
When: Monday through Friday, from 10 am – 3 pm
June 23-27, 2025 / July 7-11, 2025 / July 21-25, 2025
Where: Ford Community & Performing Arts Center, a vibrant hub for creativity!
Cost: $275 per child per week for residents; $300 for non-residents
Lunch: Campers are encouraged to bring a packed lunch and snack. An optional lunch package is available for added convenience.

Enriching Camp Themes:
- Week 1: June 23-27
“Dive into Creativity” Ocean Themed Art Camp (Ages 7-11)
Dive into a week of artistic adventures inspired by the wonders of the ocean. Through a myriad of imaginative hands-on activities, campers will experiment with colors, textures, and techniques that allow their creativity to flow like waves!

- Week 2: July 7-11
“Art in Motion: A Creative Journey Through Movement” (Ages 7-11)
This exhilarating week melds movement with artistic expression, encouraging campers to think outside the box. Children will engage in a variety of stimulating activities that invite physicality into their creative process, leading to a dynamic and fun-filled experience.

- Week 3: July 21-25
“Heroes & Villains: Epic Character Design, Comic & Manga Creation Camp!” (Ages 11-14)
Step into the captivating world of comic books and character creation! This engaging camp guides aspiring artists through the thrilling process of designing their own heroes and villains, culminating in the production of a personal comic book that showcases their imaginative storytelling and unique artistic journey.

Register Today!
Don’t miss this chance to enroll your child in a summer of artistic wonder! For further details and to register, please visit our website: dearborntheater.com.

Join us for an unforgettable summer brimming with inspiration, creativity, and artistic exploration.

Teen artists sought for summer POP Team mural project Teen artists sought for summer POP Team mural projectApril 17, 2025 By Times-Herald Newspapers Leave a CommentPhoto by Sue SuchytaMembers of the 2024 Pockets of Perception team work on a mural on the south wall of the Dearborn Ford Community & Performing Arts Center. By SUE SUCHYTATimes-Herald News....