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Chelsea District Library’s summer reading finale

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Patty Roberts and the library staff for the information in this article.) Chelsea District Library’s Summer Reading Program ends Wednesday, July 30, with a space-themed finale and party.  Join the celebration on the library … Read more

At the Bushel Basket on July 30

Here’s what to expect at the Wednesday Bushel Basket Farmers Market that takes place from 2:30-6 p.m. Kapnick Orchards: Blueberries, sweet cherries, transparent apples, green beans, potatoes, apple cider, pie, peanut, cashew and almond butters, assorted varieties of bread, sweet … Read more

July 31: Performers at Sounds and Sights on Thursday Nights

Sounds and Sights on Thursday Nights continues its free summer concert series Thursday, July 31 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The music lineup celebrates the concert series 10th anniversary with returning favorites Trio Tumbao and Paul Vornhagen at Katie’s Korner on the … Read more

Recent Chelsea crime: $100 stolen from purse

Chelsea police reported that a woman who left her purse in an establishment in the 1600 block of Commerce Park Drive had a hundred dollar bill stolen from it on July 21. For the full story, click here.

Recent obituary: Al Townsend

Beryl Allan “Al” Townsend of of Dexter Township, age 88, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2014, in Ann Arbor. He was born on March 13, 1926, in Hart, MI, the son of Floyd E. and Ila (Andrus) Townsend. Al … Read more

Storms sweep through Chelsea Sunday

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Don Enderby for this information and photo.) This is in the back yard of Don Enderby’s home on Clardale Court in Chelsea. Fortunately, he hasn’t found any interior damage. “I was out of town … Read more

Feelin’ Groovy at this year’s Pet Parade

Story and Photos by Lisa Carolin It was like a flashback to Woodstock outside Farmers Supply Company Saturday morning. Woodstock was in fact the theme of this year’s Pet Parade, and there was no shortage of tie die accessories and … Read more