Music in the Garden

The Holt Community Arts Council announces its 2nd annual Music in the Garden concert series.  The line-up has been increased to 5 shows for 2009 and consists of popular first-rate acts from Michigan.

The bands performing this year are Root Doctor, The Kathy Ford Band, Jack Clarkson Band, The Yellowsub Marines and Stage 1210. See the "Events Calendar" for details.

> Click here for the 2009 Poster <

The arts council is and hopefully always will be a grassroots, community endeavor.  We can’t make a project like Music in the Garden a success without volunteers.  If you would like to help staff the concerts email us at holtarts@holtarts.org.

> Click here for pictures of the 2008 Music in the Garden series <

Artifacts needed from the public

The Holt Community Arts Council has commissioned a Lansing sculptor to create Delhi Township's first major public artwork.  The nine-foot high stainless steel sculpture is currently being created by Tom Sheerin.

He developed the original design based on the theme "living, working, and playing in Holt."  The pillar-like sculpture will have three sides, with each side representing one aspect of life here.

Sheerin plans to include artifacts in the sculpture that represent life in Holt.  These items will be inside the sculpture and visible through plexiglass windows.  Sheerin, who often works with repurposed materials, is hoping community members will contribute objects for inclusion in the sculpture.  He may alter the objects as needed to make them fit with the theme and within the sculpture's cavity.  He is particularly interested in tools or other pieces of work or recreational equipment that show use or wear.

"The Arts Council worked hard to find a sculptor who would create a piece that reflects Holt in particular," Arts Council President Kara Hope said.  "Tom’s design is unique and interesting.  It will take on added meaning from the objects that are included inside."

The sculpture will be installed in the new park at the corner of Holt and Aurelius roads.  A unveiling is planned for summer of 2009.

To donate objects for the sculpture, drop off items at the Delhi Township Clerk’s Office.  Donated items will not be returned and may not be used in the Holt sculpture.