Next Event is August 5th, 6th & 7th, 2010.....details soon!

Chalk The Block winners are as follows:

A special thanks to all the artists - your work was truly amazing!  And of course, to our generous title sponsor, Abonmarche, and all the artist sponsors. Without you none of this would have been possible. THANK YOU!

A festival of creativity comes to downtown...two days of street painting with chalk, music, and free events for the kids. Artists from all over will transform our streets into a "masterpiece." Downtown shops will have their annual "Sidewalk Sales" from Thursday through Sunday. 

Thank you the sponsors and artists who participated in the 2009 Chalk The Block and for staying with us through all the rain delays!!

Abonmarche by Kelly Jones

All About You Hair Studio by Cheri Hutchins and David Paine II

Alternate Route by Gracey Bowman

Birthright of St. Joseph by Erin Moran and Ben Moran

Caffe Tosi by Katie Buckleitner

Chan's Garden by Cencia Pulido

Czar's 505 by David Schaub

Forever Books by Nicole Rimes

First United Methodist Church by Maggie Donley

Harbor Shores by Darrel Humbles

Harbor Shores by Midnite Remisoski

Heritage Museum & Cultural Center by Cheri Hutchins and David Paine II

Hospice At Home by Rachel Gattone and Samantha Sanchez

Kilwin's by Liz Villa and Rachael Knapp

Krasl Art Center by Katie Buckleitner and Maggie Donley

Lory's Place by Hailey Bond

MailMax by Lois Wolf & Tirzah Reilly

Perennial Accents by Robert Williams

Pizza Hut by Joe Fralick and Upton Middle School Students

Pop Fashion by Jessica Sherman

Pump House Grille by Emily Diaczun

Schu's Grill & Bar by Aubree DeMars

Schu's Grill & Bar by Terry Fish

Silver Beach Pizza by David Schaub, Evan Maxon and Elisa Broihier

Southwestern Michigan Tourist Council by Emily Engler and Camille Luther

Southwestern Michigan Tourist Council by Cori Hatheway
St. Joseph Today Hotels (Silver Beach Hotel, Holiday Inn Express of St. Joseph, Hampton Inn, Courtyard by Marriott, Boulevard Inn, Comfort Suites and Candlewood Suites) by Susan Henshaw and Nancy Saxon

The Toy Company by Anita Hickman

Toy Company by Adam Maly and Mrs. Maly

The Whitcomb by Amber Robinson

Thornton's Hometown Cafe by Jessica Sherman

Thornton's Hometown Cafe by Mike Cooke

Wendy's by Anita Hickman

2009 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Thursday, August 6th
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Sidewalk Sales in Downtown St. Joseph
5:30 - 7 p.m.: In-Town Tunes featuring Art Atilla Family Band
Friday, August 7th
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Sidewalk Sales in Downtown St. Joseph
4 - 7 pm.: NasChair Challenge down Ship St. (Registration begins at 3 p.m.)
6:30 - 10 p.m.: Artist Appreciation Party at the Veranda @ The Whitcomb
6:30 - 10 p.m.: Wine Tasting at the Veranda @ The Whitcomb
7 - 9 p.m.: Music by John Tolhuizen & Paul Hanks at the Veranda @ The Whitcomb
Saturday, August 8th
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Farmer's Market in Lake Bluff Park
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Live Music & Entertainment in Lake Bluff Park by the Deep Fried Pickle Project
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Artists Chalking on the Bluff
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Krasl Concours on the Bluff
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Community Quilt Chalking on the corner of Lake Blvd. and Ship St.
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Free Kids Activities presented by Krasl Art Center, Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library, Curious Kids' Museum and the YWCA
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Sidewalk Sales in Downtown St. Joseph
7:30 p.m.: Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra presents Encores Under The Stars at Jean Klock Park 

Artist Information:
St. Joseph Today is delighted to announce the eighth annual "Chalk the Block on the Bluff" street painting festival on the weekend of August 7th-8th, 2009.  We would love to have you at our festival of creativity and urge you to read on for more details!

"Chalk the Block" highlights artist's talents against a backdrop of music and entertainment during both days.  Participating artists transform the streets with chalk drawings similar to those seen at festivals both in the U.S. and in many European countries, most notably Italy.

It is open to both amateur and professional artists and there is no fee as you are sponsored by a business or private individual.  Their name(s) will appear alongside your art work.  You may have your own sponsor, but if you do not, we will assign one to you.  Sponsorship is $75 for St. Joseph Today members and $100 for non-members.  Refreshments will also be provided.

You have a choice of three (3) sizes of squares for you to put your art work in; 10' x 10' square, 6' x 10' vertical or 6' x 10' horizontal.  Pastels are the preferred medium and you will be provided with two (2) boxes of "Koss 48 Artists Soft Pastels" and tempera paint in black or white. You may bring any additional chalk you deem necessary to complete your art work provided it is NOT permanent.  If you know you will be using a lot of one color, please bring extra chalk.  The artist will be held responsible for any permanent damage to the concrete. 

There is no theme so you may illustrate any topic you would like, provided it is appropriate for public viewing.  This year, we are requiring the artist to communicate with their sponsor and have consesus on content of your design.  This information will be provided for you prior to the festival.

Check-in begins at 4 p.m. on Friday, August 7th or 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 8th.  Your block must be completed by 4 p.m. on Saturday.

Please return the following form to: 421 State St., St. Joseph, MI 49085
Or fax it to: 269-985-0171

Chalk The Block Artist Application

Interested in sponsoring an artist? Fill out the form below and send to the above address.

Chalk The Block Sponsorship Application

The contact person for this event is Erin Adams.  You may contact her at 269-985-1111 or email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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