Members Create At The Glen Arbor Arts Center
2025-06-06 09:00 - 2025-08-07 15:00 (America/Detroit) | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
PRESS RELEASE
Contact
Scott Bouma
Executive Director
Glen Arbor Arts Center
231 334 6112
Director@glenarborart.org
Members Create At The Glen Arbor Arts Center
June 6 – August 7, 2025
An annual tradition returns! The Glen Arbor Arts Center’s Members Create exhibition opens June 6, 5 pm with a public reception featuring the work of 55 current GAAC members.
A showcase of members’ talent, Members Create runs through August 7. The exhibit includes work in a wide range of media: paint to fiber, clay to metal. It may be viewed in person in the GAAC’s Main Gallery, or online: GlenArborArt.org/EXHIBITS.
Also on view in the GAAC Lobby Gallery is Random: Collages From The Scrap Pile, a series of compositions by Leelanau County artist Mark Mehaffey.
The Members Create exhibition enjoys the support of Precision Collision & Auto Glass of Frankfort. Located at 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, the GAAC is open seven days. For more information go to GlenArborArt.org.

Learning in the Arts Mentorship Program
2025-06-17 10:00 - 2025-08-15 15:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Young Creatives Wanted: Apply for Glen Arbor Arts Center’s Learning in the Arts Mentorship Program (LAMP)
Glen Arbor, MI – The Glen Arbor Arts Center (GAAC) is now accepting applications for the 4th Annual Learning in the Arts Mentorship Program (LAMP), a unique summer opportunity for young people ages 16 to 22 interested in arts education, arts administration, and creative leadership. LAMP offers a comprehensive introduction to careers in the arts beyond being a studio artist, fostering professional growth and leadership skills while supporting youth summer classes.
LAMP participants engage in a hands-on learning experience within a supportive and professional arts environment, connecting with local artists, gallery owners, arts educators, and nonprofit leaders. Through this immersive opportunity, participants gain real-world experience and receive a $500 stipend upon successful completion of the program.
Program Details
June – August | ⏳ 41 hours total
Orientation: Tuesday, June 17 | 10 AM – 3 PM (Lunch provided)
Summer Camp Mentorship: Assist teaching artists for two weeks on Mon, Tues, Fri | 8:30 AM – 12 PM
Enrichment Days: June 25 & July 16 | 10 AM – 3 PM (Bring lunch)
Independent Work: 5 hours on your own time
Program Snapshot
LAMP provides high-quality mentorship and guided learning experiences in a nonprofit arts environment. Participants gain:
Hands-on experience in arts education working directly with students and teaching artists.
Exposure to arts administration & leadership, learning the operations of both nonprofit and for-profit arts organizations.
Career exploration opportunities for those interested in arts-related professions beyond being a studio artist.
Artist talks with professional artists.
Portfolio review for participants seeking feedback on their creative work.
Exhibitions & gallery management experience, learning how exhibitions are curated and managed.
Visits to area arts and cultural organizations for behind-the-scenes insights into the broader arts ecosystem.
Project collaboration that connects art and creativity with the local community, fostering creative outreach and real-world impact.
Why LAMP?
LAMP offers a chance for young people to explore their passion, gain confidence in a professional setting, build connections, and see where their creativity might take them!
How to Apply
Applications due: Sunday, May 4, 2025 by midnight
Applicants notified: Monday, May 12, 2025
To learn more and apply, visit glenarborart.org/lamp or contact the Glen Arbor Arts Center at 231-334-6112.
About Glen Arbor Arts Center
The Glen Arbor Arts Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching community life through the arts by providing educational programs, exhibitions, performances, and more.

River Club, Glen Arbor - Live Music on the River
2025-07-14 18:00 - 2025-08-03 21:00, 2025-07-15 18:00 - 2025-08-04 21:00, 2025-07-16 18:00 - 2025-08-05 21:00, 2025-07-17 18:00 - 2025-08-06 21:00, 2025-07-18 18:00 - 2025-08-07 21:00, 2025-07-19 18:00 - 2025-08-08 21:00, 2025-07-20 18:00 - 2025-08-09 21:00, 2025-07-21 18:00 - 2025-08-10 21:00 and 10 more dates | River Club Glen Arbor, 5963 S. Oak Street, Glen Arbor, 49636, United States
Live music nightly from 6-9 PM on the beautiful Crystal River. Featuring a variety of performers in the weekly lineup including, Loose Change, Drew Hale Levi Britton, Jim Hawley, Empire Highway, Andre Villoch, R ock Hat, Chris Sterr, Jessie Jefferson, Chris Smith, Ben Richey, ampersands, Luke Duo and more. Check out our website for more details www.rcglenarbor.com

Late Night Fridays and Manitou Music
2025-07-25 17:00 - 2025-08-08 20:00, 2025-08-01 17:00 - 2025-08-15 20:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
PRESS RELEASE
Contact:
Scott Bouma
Executive Director
Glen Arbor Arts Center
231/334-6112
director@glenarborart.org
The Glen Arbor Arts Center is keeping the lights on a little longer on Friday nights. Late Night Fridays and Manitou Music bring the B-Side Growlers back to the GAAC Front Porch on June 27, 5-7 pm. This “tradition-inspired, toe-tapping fired” acoustic trio from Grand Rapids plays a plein air concert of blues, jazz and country. Bring a chair and refreshments.
As part of Late Night Fridays, both GAAC galleries are open June 13, 20, and 27. In the GAAC Main Gallery is the 2025 Members Create, an exhibition of work by 49 GAAC members. In the Lobby Gallery: Random: Collages From The Scrap Pile by Leelanau County painter Mark Mehaffey. Read more about the exhibit here: GlenArborArt.org / EXHIBITS.
All Late Friday Nights events are free. The GAAC is located at 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor.

Live Music at Dune Bird Winery: Swingbone North
2025-08-03 15:00 - 18:00 | Dune Bird Winery, 5620 N Manitou Trail,, Northport, MI, 49670, United States
Dune Bird Winery invites you to unwind and sip on your favorite wine, handcrafted coffee or just soak in the vineyard views while enjoying live music by the wonderful Swingbone North.

Live Music at Bel Lago: Jesse Jefferson
2025-08-03 15:30 - 17:30 | Bel Lago, 6530 S LAKE SHORE DR, CEDAR, MI, 49621-9615, United States
Join us for live music at Bel Lago. Enjoy performances by the talented Jesse Jefferson while you sip your favorite Bel Lago wines and take in the stunning scenery of Lake Leelanau – the perfect way to unwind.
Jesse is a one man band with a guitar and loop pedal who loves engaging with the audience and taking requests.

Jeff, Jerry and the Electric Sax
2025-08-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Glen Arbor Wines
Sundays | 7–9 PM (5–7 PM through October 12)
Sit back and chill at Glen Arbor Wines to emjoy a sip and the greatest soft rock/jazz you’ll hear anywhere in Northern Michigan!

Chris Smith @ Glen Arbor Wines
2025-08-03 19:00 - 21:00 | MI
Ever since we heard him play in Traverse City we’ve been cajoling Chris to play at Glen Arbor Wines. A former Young American who has played all over the world, Chris’s one-man band solo-act mixes sweet vocals, tasty guitar playing and intricate live-looping that will keep you glued to your Adirondack chair.

Traverse City Dance Project: Summer Performance Tour
2025-08-03 19:30 - 21:00 | MI
The Traverse City Dance Project’s 2025 summer season features a four-stop tour of FREE performances across Northern Michigan! The program boasts an impressive lineup of professional dancers from around the country and showcases new dance works by Resident Choreographer Jennifer McQuiston Lott and recent Juilliard graduate Julia Ciesielska, in collaboration with live cellist Kyle Stachnik. The second half of the program will spotlight choreography by Artistic Director Brent Whitney, set to the iconic music of Queen. Pre-show tunes by DJ Eric P! The summer season concludes with Gala in the Gardens, a magical evening supporting the future growth of the Traverse City Dance Project.
Note: All of the shows, except for Frankfort, are outdoors. Bring your own chair/blanket for the Charlevoix and Traverse City performances, as seating will not be provided. We strive to make these events as accessible as possible; please feel free to reach out if you have any specific needs.
