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Good morning Chelsea! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- What new enrollment data reveal about diversity at Chelsea High School
- Why Jeff Daniels keeps choosing Chelsea over Hollywood's bright lights
- Chelsea community notes the passing of Nancy Jo Landers
Also on today's calendar: Harper Woods Varsity Football @ Chelsea.
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Tuesday: Sunshine and some clouds, with a high of 83 and low of 65 degrees.
- Wednesday: Clouds and sun with a t-storm, temps: high: 80, low: 55.
- Thursday: Lots of sun; nice, less humid, with a high of 79 and low of 52 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Chelsea High School had 6 Asian students in 2024-25 (annarbortimes.com) — Chelsea High School enrolled six Asian students out of 750 in 2024-25, making up 0.8% of the student body and the highest Asian enrollment in the district. The data, from the Michigan Department of Education, also show long-term shifts in Chelsea's demographics and sit against a backdrop of statewide post-pandemic academic struggles and persistent achievement gaps. 
• Movie Legend Jeff Daniels Opens Up About Why He Turned His Back on Hollywood To Embrace a Humble Life in Small-Town Michigan (beaumontenterprise.com) — Jeff Daniels has built his long Hollywood career while choosing to live in his hometown of Chelsea, where he's invested deeply in local arts. From founding the Purple Rose Theatre to planning JD's Stage Bistro near downtown, he's turning Chelsea into a creative hub while keeping his family life rooted in small-town Michigan.
• Nancy Jo Landers (wlen.com) — An 80-year-old Norvell resident passed away peacefully in Chelsea surrounded by family, after a long battle with cancer. Her life of service included years in local schools and community businesses, and she cherished family gatherings and township celebrations. Funeral services and visitation are set for Thursday, August 20, in Adrian, with a luncheon in Brooklyn afterward.
📸 Around Chelsea
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Chelsea
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★ Featured events ★
- Rumpus Shakedown - The Mighty Swells - NO COVER →
The Rumpus Room, 510 N Main St, Chelsea
7:00 pm
Friday August 21
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Other local events
- Harper Woods Varsity Football @ Chelsea →
Chelsea High School, 740 N Freer Rd, Chelsea
4:00 pm
Thursday August 27
📣 Chelsea Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Device Pick-up High School ONLY for 2026-2027 School Year
GRASS LAKE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS High School Media Center
4:00 pm - Playground Playdate (Pre-k thru 1st)
Mitchell Elementary Bicentennial Park (Southeast Area Park), Bicentennial Park (South
4:30 pm - Silver Lake SUP Yoga (Pinckney Rec. Area) — Eclipse Yoga →
Pinckney Recreation Area, 8555 Silver Hill Rd, Pinckney
6:00 pm - Budapest: a Danube Celebration
Dexter District Library Dexter, MI 48130
7:00 pm - Device Pick-up Middle School ONLY for 2026-2027 School Year
GRASS LAKE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Middle School Cafeteria
4:00 pm - Gentle Restorative Yoga for Stress and Anxiety Relief
Dexter District Library Dexter, MI 48130
9:30 am - Third Thursday Book Group by Capital Area District Library →
Stockbridge Area Senior Center, 219 W Elm St, Stockbridge
12:30 pm - Third Thursday Book Group by Capital Area District... →
Stockbridge Area Senior Center, 219 W Elm St, Stockbridge
12:30 pm - Better Off Read Book Club
Dexter District Library Dexter, MI 48130
1:00 pm - Friday Afternoon Movie for Adults: Nickel Boys (2024)
Dexter District Library Dexter, MI 48130
1:00 pm
Tuesday August 18
Wednesday August 19
Thursday August 20
Friday August 21
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Stephany is an amazing pet sitter.
She always goes above and beyond to take care of our cats. She is calm when/if things get challenging and always goes the extra mile to make sure… (Nextdoor Waterloo) - Posting to help get the word out for the owners of this bird.
They stopped by our home on Haist Road which is a little over 2 miles from where he was last seen. Please keep an eye out and call them immediately… (Nextdoor Guenther Rd)
- BrightView posted a job opening for Landscapers (String Trimmer operator) Direct report in Chelsea in Chelsea. Apply here.
- Molly Maid posted a job opening for House Cleaner in Dexter. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Chelsea here.
🗞 Nearby News
Dexter
- U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell Visits Dexter for Senior Town Hall (thesuntimesnews.com)
- Creekside Intermediate School had 439 white students enrolled in 2024-25 (annarbortimes.com)
Manchester
- City of Manchester launches new notification system (themanchestermirror.com)
- Manchester Township discusses increased FD calls for service & voting turnout (themanchestermirror.com)
- CRC receives OCED grant to allow for outreach to the senior center & more (themanchestermirror.com)
Ok Chelsea! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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