Special Events

Studio 1219 hosts a variety of unique events, mixing art, music, community and fundraising! Mark your calendars for the next event. You will not be disappointed.

'Stache Bash

The Bluewater Social Club and Studio 1219 present the second annual 'Stache Bash, to be held Saturday, March 31st. This mustache and beard-growing fundraiser supports the Thin Blue Line of Michigan and the Studio. Doors open at 7pm where guests are invited to bid on their favorite 'stache. At 9:30pm the top mustaches will be auctioned off and the winners will decide whether they get "shaved or saved". Paninis available made to order by the Sail Away Cafe, music provided by Big Foot DJs.

The Thin Blue Line of Michigan is a non profit organization that provides assistance to the families of injured, ill, disabled or deceased members of the law enforcement community in addition to Firefighters, Dispatchers, Corrections, EMT, EMS and Administrative Clerks.

Picasso Becomes You

This rich performance art piece not only brings art to life for students and community, but also brings history to life and stresses the importance of the individual’s value to themselves and to their community.

The event takes place Saturday, May 19 at McMorran Place Theatre. Click here for details.

Hands On Art

Dedicated to educating and exploring art, Hands On Art (formerly Fire & Ice) is a FREE Art Education Festival unlike any other. Our vision is to enrich the quality of life that leads to a growing economy, increased educational opportunities, and cultural tourism.

Hands On Art is an annual event held the 2nd week of September. Learn more about the festival »

The Art of Being a Woman

October is Breast Cancer Prevention and Awareness Month. Studio 1219 supports this cause with our Women's Show and Bra Art Contest during the month of October.

• Art by, for, and about women is featured in the Van Gogh Solo gallery at Studio 1219 during the month of October.
• An Evening of Poetry and Music Please join us for poetry readings and music by local creatives. The event is free, refreshments served.
• LUNAFEST®, the national touring women's short film festival is hosted by the Studio and is made possible, in part, by the generous support of E&A Credit Union and Woman’s Life. This unique film festival highlights women as leaders in society, illustrated through nine short films by women filmmakers. The films range from animation to fictional drama, and cover topics such as women’s health, motherhood, body image, sexuality, cultural diversity, and breaking barriers. Click here for details.
• Bra Art Contest: Decorated bras will be on display in the upstairs galleries and will be available thru a silent auction. Visitors can purchase tickets to vote on their favorite bra. Click here for more info. Half of the proceeds will benefit the Studio 1219 Breast Cancer Fund held at the Community Foundation of St. Clair County. This fund benefits Port Huron Hospital Women’s Wellness Place and St Joseph-Mercy Port Huron Hospital. Since beginning the fund in 2007, more than $13,200 has been contributed to the community to help the uninsured and under-insured women of St. Clair County. To date, 34 local women have been assisted with expenses for mammograms and other procedures. Learn more about this Fund and how you can donate. The other half of the proceeds benefit Studio 1219 general operations.

  Winners from the 2011 Bra Art Contest:

  • Group: Karen Deschaine, Woman's Life Chapter 757
  • Women: Lynne Camerson
  • Men: John Henry
  • Student: Jessica Badley
  • Business: Military Street Cafe

• The 2012 Bra Finale, featuring local firefighters and health club gentlemen modeling bras for auction will take place on Saturday evening, Oct 27 at 7pm.

Studio Hours

Monday: Closed

Tues-Wed-Thurs: 11-6

Friday: 11-8

Saturday: 11-6

Sunday: Closed

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Support Studio 1219

Studio 1219 is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization created by a Cool Cities Grant to bring arts, community involvement and economic development together. Your donations help to make Studio 1219 possible. Any level of support is greatly appreciated and will be put to maximum use. Donations are tax deductible. Click here for the Studio's Wish List

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Studio 1219 is a multi-purpose building open to the public. Space can be rented out for birthday parties, receptions, meetings, bridal showers, baby showers, and much more. Prices vary.

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