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Marionettes made by Meredith Bixby for "Jack and the Beanstalk"
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Once Upon A Time, Marionettes Set The Stage For Entertainment Techniques That Remain Relevant To This Very Day

September 10, 2018 Dell Deaton

Every so often, someone references “marionettes” in connection with Saline. [1] Passing note of our “Bixby Marionettes Trust” was made during a City Council meeting earlier this summer. Without fanfare, the mayor has given leadership ….

Dell Deaton in pocket watch gallery, National Watch & Clock Museum
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This Sunday In Saline You Can Put Your Hands On Watches That Kept Trains Running Safely Through Our Depot Station

September 7, 2018 Janet Deaton

Have you ever wondered how the look and functioning of pocket watches changed during the years they supported the passenger service through Saline Depot Station, starting in 1870? [1] On September 9, the Saline Area ….

European armor from 1500s and Star Wars stormtrooper costume on display at Detroit Institute of Arts
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The Secret To All Successful Museum Exhibits: Connect Your Subject Matter With The Public You Want To Attract

September 6, 2018 Dell Deaton

What’s the difference between a museum and a warehouse? Raiders of the Lost Ark opens with persuit of an artifact destined for display in a museum and closes with the acquisition of a treasure that ….

Promotional image for 25th Anniversary theatrical re-release of 1993 "Jurassic Park"
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If You Thought Dinosaurs Ruled Movie Season Last June, You’ll Need A Return Ticket to “Jurassic Park” In September

August 27, 2018 Dell Deaton

Next month, Emagine Theatre in Saline will invite your return to Jurassic Park. This is the original motion picture that started all that has followed. The 1993 epic will show courtesy of Fathom Events on ….

Publicity photograph for National Theatre Live performance of William Shakespeare's "King Lear." © 2018 Fathom Events, All Rights Reserved. USA (used with prior written permission to Saline Journal)
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This September, Emagine Theatre In Saline Will Carry Live Broadcast Of King Lear And Career Finale Of Sir Ian McKellen

August 23, 2018 Dell Deaton

This play by William Shakespeare is considered to be one of the greatest tragedies ever written. Next month, National Theatre Live will broadast Ian McKellen’s performance as it happens from London’s West End at Emagine ….

South Pacific (1958), via Fathom Events
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Big Screen Take On Perennial High School Musical Favorite “South Pacific” Coming To Emagine Theatre Saline

August 1, 2018 Janet Deaton

It’s likely you’ve seen South Pacific performed on stage — maybe even right here in Saline. Perhaps you were part of the cast. Now, thanks to Fathom Events, the 1958 movie classic will once again ….

Elvis Presley (1968)
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Elvis Presley ’68 Comeback Special Celebrates Fifty Years This August, And Emagine Theatre Has It

July 17, 2018 Janet Deaton

Earlier today, Billboard ranked Elvis Presley number four on its updated list of top 100 musical artists of all time. That is incredible staying power for a singer whose last performance took place in 1977, ….

"Hardy," dog from Friends of Detroit Animal Care & Control
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Here’s Why Saline Was The Right Place At The Right Time For A Successful Dog Adoption Event At Bill Crispin Chevrolet

June 20, 2018 Janet Deaton

Businesses are asked to support causes every day and so many give generously with money, product donations, by providing space, and making employees available to volunteer. More touching still are those less common situations where ….

William V Hampton, NAACP Ann Arbor Branch President
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“Juneteenth” Is An Invaluable Celebration That Adds Depth To The Past, Evolving History of America

June 19, 2018 Dell Deaton

True understanding of history requires living, passionate advocates to give its varied, interwoven threads a chorus of compelling voices. Two weeks ago, Saline Journal revisted the US Civil War through the story of a dedicated ….

Original Chewbacca character costume from Star Wars (1977)
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“Star Wars” Costume Guide Will Help Make You A Hero (Or Villain) at Celtic Festival Fundraiser on June 26

June 18, 2018 Dell Deaton

Last week a special promotion to benefit Saline Celtic Festival was announced. Themed around Star Wars imagery, this event will be held locally at our own Emagine Theatre on East Michigan Avenue on Tuesday, June ….

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  • re United States Supreme Court decision in Kennedy v Bremerton School District— On April 4, 2022, Compelling Truth revisited the question, "What is the separation of church and state?" Noting that this "is not foundation and is not found in the US Constitution," this assessment went on to assert that…

    – June 27, 2022

  • via Samaritan's Purse (March 23, 2022)— "Ukraine Updates: Ukraine Updates: Fifth Airlift Departs with Ukraine Relief; Medical Care at Four Locations; Food and Other Distributions Underway": A fifth Samaritan’s Purse airlift departed today carrying more than 19 tons of relief, including medical supplies for area hospitals as we work to…

    – March 27, 2022

  • via Southern Baptist Convention (February 26, 2019)— "Who's Your One?" Day 1: John 14:6, "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, and the truth, and the life. 'No one comes to the Father except through me.' [English Standard Version] "An Online Bible Commentary You Can Understand" titled "Bible Ref"…

    – July 17, 2022

  • National Day of Prayer— "How to Pray for America," via National Day of Prayer: Why pray for America? God is sovereign and nothing comes as a surprise to Him. Whether we face fluctuating economics, threats from abroad, unrest at home, or other troubling circumstances, our Heavenly Father is not caught…

    – May 5, 2022

  • via Lifeway Research (April 5, 2021)— "Americans Most Want to Avoid Fear and Anxiety, Gain Freedom and Safety," by Aaron Earls: After what was a scary year for many, more Americans say they want to avoid fear. According to a study from Lifeway Research, when asked which feeling they seek to…

    – January 2, 2022

  • via Baptist Beacon (February 2, 2022)— "The difference in knowing and loving," by Mike Durbin, State Evangelism Director for the Baptist State Convention of Michigan, re Famed jeweler Harry Winston: A customer entered Winston’s store in New York City to buy a special diamond. One of his salesmen, his most knowledgeable…

    – February 13, 2022

  • via Got Questions (December 26, 2018)— "How is Satan god of this world (2 Corinthians 4:4)": "The phrase 'god of this world' (or 'god of this age') indicates that Satan is the major influence on the ideals, opinions, goals, hopes and views of the majority of people. His influence also…

    – July 3, 2022

  • Memorial Day— via Billy Graham (1953): "'When American people and the people of the world begin seeking the righteousness of God first and the kingdom of God first, then we are going to see an end to strife and war and problems and suffering.' In this 1953 Hour of Decision…

    – May 30, 2022

  • via Baptist Beacon (June 1, 2022)— "A small church serves as a large witness in the wake of Taylor tornado," by Mike Durbin, State Evangelism Director for the Baptist State Convention of Michigan: An EF3 tornado ripped through Gaylord tragically taking the lives of two people and injuring more than…

    – June 5, 2022

Past Spotlights

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Putt Putt Golf Benefit to support Saline Area Social Service scheduled for July 27, 2021 at Reinhart Realtors Saline

July 15, 2021

Bygone Features

Rebecca Groeb directing actors on set of "Newsies: The Musical"

Assistant Superintendent Steve Laatsch on value of SHS Drama performances that go beyond Saline High School

February 17, 2020
As Newsies cast rehearsals focused in on closer, more detailed staging last week, we took this opportunity to take a step back for a look at the bigger picture. [1] In this case, Steve Laatch is more than our Saline Area Schools Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Services. He is also a personally invested patron of our high school theater program, making time to attend SHS Drama Club performances as they open. [2-4] Following are his answers ....
Vincent Peters / Metropolitan Opera photograph "Adriana Lecouvreur" production. © 2018 Fathom Events, All Rights Reserved. USA (used with prior written permission to Saline Journal)

“Adriana Lecouvreur” Will Lead 2019 Emagine Theatre Live Simulcasts From The Metropolitan Opera In January

November 27, 2018
Sung in its original Italian with English subtitles, The Metropolitan Theater Adriana Lecouvreur production is distinguished by both its first time hosting of Anna Netrebko in the title role and partial staging “in a working replica of a Baroque theater.” [1,2,3,4,5,6] As part of its ongoing affiliation with Fathom Events, Emagine Theatre will host the live transmission (only) here in Saline. [6,7,8,9] January 12 (Saturday), with show starting at 12:55pm In its discussion of the ....

There’s One Hole at 2018 LPGA Volvik Where Every Putt is a Guaranteed Win – for CS Mott Children’s Hospital

May 18, 2018
Now returning for its third year at Travis Pointe Country Club golf course, there should be little doubt that the 2018 Volvik Championship next week will be exciting to watch from start to finish. Broadcast coverage will be great. In-person, fantastic. [1,2,3,4] Playing in the Pro-Am might be even better. But if that’s not you, there’s a lower-octane options well worth considering. [5] It’s called the “Long Putt Challenge.” Located on Travis Pointe grounds near ....

Michigan House Representative Donna Lasinski set another high bar in constituent accountability with Saline Q&A today

January 11, 2019
The term “coffee hour” hardly begins to describe what took place this morning. That’s the stuff of anywhere, not Saline. Other government officials when compared to our own Donna Lasinski. [1,2] Event attendance numbers weren’t arresting, with less than a dozen at the outset, eventually doubling. Mostly older residents, with added headcount from the ranks of City Hall. At the same time, the character represented was of the sort on which we’ve reported previously. Informed ....

Original Street Art Paintings On Display East Of North Maple Provide Simple Enjoyment And Documented Inspiration

June 27, 2018
The City of Saline has a well established Arts and Culture Committee and specifically seeks to promote awareness of images in a variety of locations, readily available for residents and visitors to see. [1,2,3] But it turns out that the value here is more than “public good.” Business thinkers are now discovering that such efforts may be their key to innovation breakthroughs and competitive advantage. Downtown, this might come by serendipity to someone happening to ....
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