Chelsea – Groups & Clubs
American Legion (Herbert J. McKune) Post 31
1700 Ridge • PO Box 293, Chelsea 48118
Helps local veterans and families in need. Sponsors scholarships for two Chelsea High School students. Sponsors the annual Joe Merkel golf outing the 1st Sat. in June at Pierce Lake Golf Course (1175 S. Main); 4th of July Chicken Barbecue; September family night and flag retirement ceremony; and Winter Carnival (see Major Events). Meets 1st Thurs. Dues $50. chelseapost31.org
Chelsea Area Chamber of Commerce
222 S. Main, ste. B • (734) 475–1145
Community website, brochures, maps, and other information to promote Chelsea as a premier place to live, work, and recreate. Hosts community and networking events, as well as major annual festivals. [email protected], chelseamich.com
Chelsea Area Garden Club
Merrill Crockett, (209) 559–7981
Community-minded group, from novices to master gardeners, meets to share tips, learn from experts, and visit gardens in Southeast Michigan. Club members plant and maintain flower beds throughout downtown Chelsea and at the Chelsea District Library and provide grants/support for gardening-related projects. Meets Sept.–May, 2nd Mon. at noon for lunch and a program at Chelsea First United Methodist Church (128 Park). Dues $25. [email protected], facebook.com/chelseagardenclub
Chelsea Area Historical Society
128 Jackson St. (1853 Boyd House, across from the historic Chelsea Depot) • (734) 800–1850
Maintains Chelsea history archives and museum and offers special events and programs throughout the year, many free for members. Highlights include the Haunted Chelsea walking tour, Holiday Home tour, and Boozy History of Chelsea walking tour. See website for self-guided walking tour. Museum open Sat. noon–3 p.m. year-round, summer during Sounds & Sights, Thurs. 6:30–8:30 p.m. [email protected], chelseahistory.org
Chelsea Area Women’s Service Club
17684 W. Old US-12 • (734) 272–2453
Provides community enrichment; holds annual fundraiser for community projects, local charitable organizations, and scholarships for Chelsea High School graduates. Meets Sept.–May, usually 3rd Wed. Dues $30. [email protected], chelseaareawomensserviceclub.org
Chelsea Athletic Boosters
740 N. Freer (Chelsea High School) • (734) 433–2201, ext. 1052
Volunteers raise funds to promote and support student athletics. Meets 3rd Wed. 6:30 p.m. at Chelsea High School. chelseabulldogs.net/main/boosters
Chelsea Community Fair Board
20501 W. Old US-12 • (734) 475–1270
Volunteer board organizes the annual Chelsea Community Fair and maintains and rents the fairgrounds. [email protected], chelseafair.org
Chelsea Depot Association
125 Jackson St. • PO Box 93, Chelsea 48118 • (734) 593–7043
Maintains and rents the restored depot for events of up to 100 people. Email Marsi at [email protected]. chelseadepot.com
Chelsea Evening Primrose Garden Club
(203) 640–1249
Gardening enthusiasts of all levels share knowledge, foster a love of gardening, and promote community beautification. Members host guest speakers, tour gardens, and care for flower beds at the historic Chelsea Depot. Meets 2nd Wed. 7 p.m., usually at the depot (125 Jackson St.) except in summer, when members visit area gardens. Guests welcome. Dues $20. [email protected], facebook.com/groups/eveningprimrosegardenclub
Chelsea Hospital Volunteers
775 S. Main (Chelsea Hospital) • (734) 593–5799
Volunteers assist hospital departments and programs, including the cancer center and the Arbor Nook gift shop, and serve as welcome ambassadors at the main entrance reception desk. [email protected], trinityhealthmichigan.org/foundation-and-giving/volunteer/chelsea
Chelsea Music Boosters
(734) 433–2201
Volunteers raise funds to promote Chelsea School District curricular music programs and support student musicians. [email protected], chelseamusicboosters.org
Chelsea Rod and Gun Club
7103 Lingane • PO Box 382, Chelsea 48118
Monthly archery, pistol, and trap shoots open to public. Rifle and pistol ranges for members. Youth program for boys and girls 12–18 focuses on firearm/archery safety and sport shooting skills. Meets 6:30 p.m., 1st & 3rd Wed. at the clubhouse. Hunter safety classes throughout the year; register with the Michigan DNR. Complete listing of events online. [email protected], youth group [email protected], chelsearodandgun.org
Chelsea Rotary Club
PO Box 426, Chelsea 48118 • Katherine Hays, (517) 262–3567
Service group that supports local and international projects, including scholarships, holiday donations, highway cleanup, and an annual fundraiser for the Purple Rose Theatre Company. Meets Tues. 12:15 p.m. at Silver Maples game room (100 Silver Maples). [email protected], rotarychelsea.org
Chelsea Senior Center
512 Washington • (734) 475–9242
Provides opportunities for seniors to connect by offering 250 activities/classes per month in art, music, education, and wellness; Ease the Day, an adult day/caregiver respite program; and a noon meal 5 days/week. Also offers travel opportunities, seasonal garden experiences, multigenerational programming, and volunteer opportunities. [email protected], chelseaseniors.org
Connections Memory Café
512 Washington (Chelsea Senior Center) • (734) 475–9242
Social gatherings for people living with memory loss accompanied by their caregivers to enhance connections with loved ones and build new support networks. Meets 1st Wed. of every month; RSVP by phone or email. On hiatus with plans to open Dec. 2025. [email protected], chelseaseniors.org/programs-activities/calendar
Equality Chelsea MI
Kate Mehuron, (734) 945–8841
Helps all LGBTQIA+ people to live their best lives in Chelsea and Washtenaw County through social action and collaboration. Open to allies. Meets monthly. [email protected], equalitychelsea.org
Friends of Chelsea District Library
221 S. Main • (734) 475–8732
Supports the library through monthly 2nd Sat. used book sales, special sales, membership, and donations. Board meets every 2nd Tues. at 5 p.m. [email protected], chelseadistrictlibrary.org
Kiwanis Club
PO Box 61, Chelsea 48118 • (734) 474–9012
Service club meets every Mon. 5:45 p.m. at Chelsea Hospital cafeteria (775 S. Main St.). facebook.com/kiwanisclubofchelsea, [email protected]
Knights of Columbus, Council 3092
14200 E. Old US-12 (St. Mary Catholic Church) • (734) 475–7561
Men’s Catholic fraternal and service organization supports the community and church via fundraisers and other volunteer activities. Meets first & last Wed. of each month at 7:30 p.m. Dues $35. [email protected], stmarychelsea.org
Masonic Lodge, Olive #156 F. & A.M.
113 W. Middle • (734) 972–2693
Supports the Chelsea Library’s summer reading programs for kids and the child ID program. Also supports WCC students in 2nd- & 3rd-year trade programs (welding, automotive, construction, HVAC). Meets 2nd Mon. at 7 p.m. 156-mi.ourlodgepage.com
Monitor Base Ball Club of Chelsea
Jon Van Hoek, (248) 930–6130
Amateur community “base ball” club playing by the rules of 1860. Sister club: Merries Ladies Vintage Base Ball Club. Practices open to all. Matches are played at TimberTown Park and around Michigan in the summer; free & family-friendly. [email protected], chelseamonitors.com
One World One Family Task Force
PO Box 31, Chelsea 48118 • Joanne Ladio, (734) 748–3564
Implements actions around promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and ending all kinds of discrimination. The 2025–26 focus is immigration rights and housing. Specialized action groups and OWOF board meet regularly. [email protected], owofchelsea.org
Spinners Flock
PO Box 583, Chelsea 48118
Nonprofit organization for hand spinners, fiber producers, and fiber artists. Meets 2nd Sat. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. All meetings, other than Nov., at Washington Street Education Center (Senior Center Bldg., 500 Washington); Nov. meeting/sale and Feb. 2026 sale at Beach Middle School (445 Mayer Dr.). Sponsors Fiber Artisan markets at area events. Guests welcome; Learners Circle available. Dues $50. [email protected], spinnersflock.com
Waterloo Natural History Association
17030 Bush (Eddy Discovery Center) • (734) 475–3170
Supports the Eddy Discovery Center’s mission to help visitors learn about our natural world and enrich their experience in the Waterloo Recreation Area. Sponsors nature programs and festivals, operates gift shop, and raises funds for improvements. Memberships: individuals $15, families $25, seniors $10. [email protected], wnha.org
Western Washtenaw Democrats
PO Box 84, Chelsea 48118
Identifies and supports candidates, advances a progressive agenda, and hosts panel discussions, community education programs, and candidate forums. No dues. [email protected], facebook.com/wwdems