Chelsea – Groups and Clubs
American Legion (Herbert J. McKune) Post 31
1700 Ridge, Chelsea
PO Box 293, Chelsea 48118
Sponsors the annual Joe Merkel golf outing every May, the 4th of July Chicken Barbecue, September family night, and flag retirement ceremony, including the Digger Award honoring a Legion member. The Winter Carnival is the 1st weekend of Feb., with euchre night, an ice fishing derby for adults and kids (weather permitting), and a Saturday night music fest. Helps local veterans and families in need. Sponsors scholarships for two Chelsea High School juniors. Meets 1st Thurs. Dues: $50. chelseapost31.org
Chelsea Amateur Radio Club, Inc.
PO Box 664, Manchester 48158
Michelle Dye, (734) 717–5660
Promotes amateur radio as a hobby and public service. Practice broadcasts Tues. 8:30 p.m., 145.450 MHz. Operates severe weather reporting program. Meets 4th Tues. 7 p.m. at Chelsea Police Department (311 S. Main). wd8iel.com
Chelsea Area Chamber of Commerce
222 S. Main, ste. B, Chelsea
(734) 475–1145
Community website, brochures, maps, and other information to promote Chelsea-area businesses. Hosts community and networking events and candidate forums during local elections. For visitors, residents, and for relocation. hello@chelseamich.com, chelseamich.com
Chelsea Area Garden Club
Merrill Crockett, (209) 559–7981
Community-minded group, from novices to master gardeners, meets monthly to share tips, learn from experts, and visit some of the most impressive gardens in southeast Michigan. Club members plant and maintain multiple flower beds throughout downtown Chelsea and at the Chelsea District Library and provide grants and support for gardening-related projects. Dues: $25. Meets Sept.–May, 2nd Mon. at noon for lunch and a program at Chelsea First United Methodist Church (128 Park St.). chelseaareagardenclub.mi@gmail.com, chelseagardenclub.com
Chelsea Area Historical Society
128 Jackson St., Chelsea (1853 Boyd House, across from the historic depot)
(734) 800–1850
Maintains Chelsea history archives and museum. Museum open Sat. noon–3 p.m. year-round, summer during Sounds & Sights Thurs. 6:30–8:30 p.m. president@chelseahistory.org, 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 Chelsea High School student scholarships. Dues: $30. Meets Sept.–May, usually 3rd Wed. chelseaareawomensserviceclub@gmail.com, chelseaareawomensserviceclub.org
Chelsea Athletic Boosters
PO Box 428, Chelsea 48118
(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 (740 N. Freer). chelseabulldogs.net/main/boosters
Chelsea Community Fair Board
20501 Old US-12
(734) 475–1270
Volunteer board organizes the annual August fair and related activities at the Chelsea Fairgrounds. chelseafair@gmail.com, chelseafair.org
Chelsea Depot Association
125 Jackson St., Chelsea
PO Box 93, Chelsea 48118
(734) 593–7043
Maintains and rents the restored depot for events of up to 100 people. No dues. Meets 3rd Wed. 5 p.m. To rent the depot, email Marsi at rentals@chelseadepot.com. chelseadepot.com
Chelsea Evening Primrose Garden Club
President Kathy Eberle, (203) 640–1249
Members share gardening techniques, sponsor gardening and landscape design presentations, and maintain Chelsea Depot flower beds. Meets 2nd Wed. 7 p.m., usually at the Chelsea Depot (125 Jackson St.), except in the summer when the group goes on garden tours. Dues: $20. Guests welcome. epgardenclub98@gmail.com, facebook.com/groups/eveningprimrosegardenclub
