• Shop & Sweets in The District

    Shop & Sweets in The District

    Stop by Coastal and M22 Glen Arbor Saturday, December 21st from 12-4pm for your last minute shopping needs! Finish up those Christmas Lists while snacking on some sweet treats. Christmas is almost here! Coastal will also be having their Snow Sport Sale. Take 20% off Cross Country Skis, Poles, Ski Boots and Snowshoes! Reward yourself

  • Shop & Sweets in The District

    Shop & Sweets in The District

    Stop by Coastal and M22 Glen Arbor Saturday, December 21st from 12-4pm for your last minute shopping needs! Finish up those Christmas Lists while snacking on some sweet treats. Christmas is almost here! Coastal will also be having their Snow Sport Sale. Take 20% off Cross Country Skis, Poles, Ski Boots and Snowshoes! Reward yourself

  • “The Sky Is Always There” – Exhibit Opening Reception

    Glen Arbor Arts Center 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI

    The Glen Arbor Arts Center looks overhead with its first exhibit of 2025, The Sky Is Always There. This juried exhibit opens January 10 with a reception, 5-8 pm in the gallery. The Sky Is Always There is an exhibition that moves beyond direct representation, beyond portraits of puffy clouds. Applicants were asked to consider

    Free
  • Nature Sketching and Journaling – January 18 – 10:00 AM

    Glen Lake Community Library 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, United States

    The Sleeping Bear Nature Group will kick off the new year with another inspiring and educational outing, lead by artist and environmentalist Penny Krebiehl. This month’s meeting will begin with a recorded lecture from the recent Wild Wonder Conference with presenter Kate Rutter, entitled Celebrating Place Using the Four S’s: Scenes, Senses, Spaces, and Souvenirs.

    Free
  • Empire School Redevelopment Plan

    Glen Lake Community Library 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, United States

    Learn about the exciting new proposal to restore and revitalize Empire’s historic School House. Revitalize LLC and building owner Joe VanEsly will discuss their vision for this community landmark. They’ll share the same presentation that same evening at the 7:00 pm meeting of the Village of Empire Planning Commission.

    Free
  • Gallery Walk and Talk: Two New Exhibits

    Glen Arbor Arts Center 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI

    Take a stroll through the GAAC’s current exhibits, The Sky Is Aways There and Reflections In Water. Join in a conversational discussion of the exhibitions with Sarah Bearup-Neal, GAAC Gallery Manager. FREE. Enjoy both exhibits in person and online here: https://glenarborart.org/exhibits/

    Free
  • Author Lisa Rabey

    Glen Lake Community Library 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, United States

    Local author Lisa Rabey will read from her new short story "Love in the Time of Cherry Season". It’s included in the romance anthology "Love on the Lakefront" a collection of 12 short stories, all set against the backdrop of the Great Lakes. With special treats from Grocer’s Daughter, this will be a great warm

    Free
  • Empire Winterfest

    Empire Township Hall 10088 W. Front Street, Empire, MI , Empire, MI, United States +1 more

    Empire Winterfest returns on Saturday, February 22, for a day of winter fun! 9am | Yoga at the Township Hall 12-5pm | Book Sale at the Library 12-3pm | Saunas at the Empire Beach 1pm | Polar Plunge at the Empire Beach 2-5pm | Winter Activities at Joe’s Friendly Tavern and Sleeping Bear Surf 2-4pm

    Free
  • Tech Tuesdays – Useful Apps: February 25 – 2pm

    Glen Lake Community Library 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, United States

    Explore the many apps that can make your smartphone even smarter! Library staff will demonstrate some of the most popular apps, and explain how to download and install them on your device Bring your phone, and your questions. Join us at the Glen Lake Library in Empire for this informative workshop. Tech Tuesdays are presented

    Free
  • Gallery Walk and Talk: Two New Exhibits

    Glen Arbor Arts Center 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI

    Take a stroll through the GAAC’s current exhibits, The Sky Is Aways There and Reflections In Water. Join in a conversational discussion of the exhibitions with Sarah Bearup-Neal, GAAC Gallery Manager. FREE. Enjoy both exhibits in person and online here: https://glenarborart.org/exhibits/

    Free
  • Drawing and Nature journaling Club

    Glen Lake Community Library 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, United States

    Join us on Saturday, March 15 @ 10 am for another adventure in nature journaling at the Glen Lake Library. Explore and enhance your connection to the natural world through these monthly workshops. Local artist, educator and environmentalist Penny Krebiehl will lead this field trip, gathering first at the library before venturing outdoors. Penny will

  • Maple Sugaring Days

    Dune Climb 6748 S. Dune Highway, Empire, MI, United States

    The main event on Saturday March 22 from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. allows attendees to experience the full maple sugaring process in the parking lot at the Dune Climb. Participants can engage in sampling warm syrup enjoy kid-friendly activities and witness sap boiling demonstrations as part of this delightful event. This event is in

    Free