Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

Lanphier Observatory Public Viewing
2023-07-13 22:00 - 23:59, 2023-07-19 22:00 - 23:59, 2023-07-20 22:00 - 23:59, 2023-07-26 22:00 - 23:59, 2023-07-27 22:00 - 23:59 (America/Detroit) | Leelanau School, 1 Old Homestead Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
See the sky! The public is welcome to attend “Lanphier Observatory Public Viewings” on Wednesday & Thursday nights from 10 pm-Midnight (clear sky permitting!) at Leelanau School Beach, June 21st-August 24th.
Donation Students $4, Adults $5.
Visitors may park in any Leelanau School lot and walk down the scenic boardwalk, across the Crystal River, to the Lanphier Observatory boardwalk.

Biking Tours
2023-07-14 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-07-15 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-07-18 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-07-20 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-07-21 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-07-22 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-07-25 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-07-27 09:30 - 11:30 and 2 more dates | Port Oneida Rural Historic District, 3164 W Harbor Hwy, Maple City, MI, 49664, United States
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 9:30 am, a 2 hour narrated tour. Reservations required.

Three tours available:
• Biking a By-gone Era
• Peddling Port Oneida’s Past
• Secrets of D.H. Day’s Kingdom and Beyond

Cost is $25 for adults and $15 for Children ages 7 -17. Discount Bike Rental for these tours is available at Crystal River Outfitters.

Anchor Days In Empire
2023-07-14 19:00, 2023-07-15 12:00 | Downtown Empire
Day of celebration to commemorate the raising of the anchor from the depths of Lake Michigan in July of 1977. This anchor is currently located at the Empire Beach.
• Festivities begin on July 14th with movie at the Empire Town hall about the rising of the anchor at 7pm
• Parade at Noon on July 15th
• Street dance on Front Street in front of the Glen Lake Community Library from 8-11pm

Pop-Up BOOK SALE
2023-07-15 11:00 - 15:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Find your next read at our Pop-Up Book Sale. A great selection of gently used books for readers of all ages and interests at bargain prices.

51st Annual Glen Lake Woman's Club Art Fair
2023-07-19 10:00 - 16:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
2023 marks the 51st annual Glen Lake Woman’s Club Art Fair, a juried Art Fair with over 90 artists carefully selected to represent a wide variety of one-of-a-kind art pieces for sale at the Glen Arbor Township Hall. The Art Fair features artisans in many mediums including pottery, painting, textiles, woodworking, and jewelry. Each year, thousands of people shop for that unique piece of art, either for themselves or for a special gift. The event takes place at the Glen Arbor Township Hall from 10am to 4pm.
Meg DeJager, Art Fair co-chair states, “I am involved in the Glen Lake Woman’s Club Art Fair because of the high quality art provided by the juried vendors during such a fun day for the entire community. With free admission, the vendors offer a wide variety of styles and price points for every shopper.”
Ruthy Bolton, co-chair of the Art Fair, volunteers for this special event because the Art Fair provides scholarships for Glen Lake High School students as they continue their education at Northwestern Michigan College in Traverse City. DeJager also noted that vendor booth rentals, popcorn and bake sales, lunch, Club jewelry booth, and auction items all provide funds for the student scholarship fund.
The Art Fair is a popular event in the community, often making this the busiest day of the year in Glen Arbor. Many shoppers return to visit the booths of their favorite artists or to explore the artwork of new vendors. Dozens of Glen Lake Woman’s Club members, supported by family friends and members of the Empire Lions Club all volunteer to make sure the day runs smoothly for both vendors and community members.
Since 1980, the Glen Lake Woman’s Club has awarded $307,110 to 240 students with both 1st, 2nd, and 3rd year scholarships to Northwestern Michigan College. The scholarships are announced at the Glen Lake High School Honors Night in May.

Yen Yoga at Nature
2023-07-19 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-07-26 17:30 - 18:30 | Nature, 2988 W Burdickville Rd, Maple City, MI, 49664, United States
Join us in an inspiring space for a community yoga class, held weekly on Wednesday’s at 5:30 pm. Hosted at Nature in Maple City by Yen Yoga & Fitness.
This ia an all-level yoga flow class. Please bring your own yoga mat and practice social distancing.
Sign up to participate is required at yenyogafitness.com You may sign up online up to 8 days in advance, or feel free to call us at 231-421-5496

Car Show/Cruise Nights
2023-07-20 18:00, 2023-07-27 18:00 | Northwoods Hardware Home + Garden, 6053 S. Glen Lake Rd, (Off of M-22), Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Thanks to the commitment of classic car “connoisseur” Don Drabik, cruise into Glen Arbor to show off your hardware. Cruise Nights take place every Thursday evening in July and August beginning at Northwoods Hardware in Glen Arbor at 6pm.

Michael Brennan / River Sacred – Uncovering the Crystal: July 20
2023-07-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Join us for this presentation by Glen Arbor resident Michael Brennan, who will share readings and photographs from his limited-edition chapbook River Sacred: Uncovering the Crystal, a very personal exploration of our beloved Crystal River. His chapbook is the result of a decades-long connection with the Crystal River, and explores the delicate natural balance and beauty of this unique ecosystem, while also offering insights into the importance of mindful stewardship. The presentation will take place in the Program Room of the Glen Lake Library at 7:00 pm.

Beach Bards Bonfire 2023
2023-07-21 20:00 - 22:00 | Leelanau School, 1 Old Homestead Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
The public is welcome to come and share By Heart Poetry, Stories, or Music or to simply enjoy the experience of a community bonfire on the shore of Lake Michigan.
The over 30-year tradition of Beach Bards is a memorable experience for people of all ages.
Visitors may park in any Leelanau School lot and walk down the scenic boardwalk, across the Crystal River, to the bonfire circle or adventurous types can walk in from the beach near the Lanphier Observatory boardwalk.

Running Bear Run
2023-07-25 09:00 - 11:00 | Cherry Republic
16th Annual Running Bear Run will return Tuesday, July 25, 2023.
Professionally chip-timed, the 5k run/race will start at 9:00 a.m., rain or shine, and the 1/2 mile kids run will kick off at 9:05 a.m. The start will be in front of Cherry Republic, Glen Arbor and 90% of proceeds provide scholarships for Glen Lake School Seniors, and donations to other community charitable organizations.
Registration open now at www.glenarborwomensclub.com
https://rfeventservices.redpodium.com/2023-running-bear-5k

Katherine Reay / A Shadow in Moscow: July 26
2023-07-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Join us for a conversation with author Katherine Reay, who will read from here thrilling new novel A Shadow in Moscow. It weaves together two narratives, both in Cold War era Moscow but decades apart, as two courageous women spies risk everything to protect all they love. Katherine is a regular visitor to the Glen Lake area, and has published numerous acclaimed novels, including The Printed Letter Bookshop and The London House. Copies of her new book will be available for sale, courtesy of the Cottage Book Shop.

Trace MI Launch Party
2023-07-29 07:30 - 10:00 | Rinco Bros Coffee Roasters, 6023 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor
Join us tomorrow morning as we’ll be celebrating the next stage of Tim Ward’s bike journey around the entire state to benefit Chance for Life charity. Free coffee at Rinco Bros Coffee Roasters from 7:30 to 10 am – across from Cherry Republic in Glen Arbor. Tim will launch at 8:15 am to bike to Pentwater. Join us!

Porch sale and breakfast/ coffee and rolls
2023-07-29 09:00 - 15:00 | Glen Lake Manor, 7345 Glenmere Rd, Empire, MI, United States
Mid season sale old and new merchandise. Books, jewelry, crafts vintage and new. On the glen lake manor porch and yard. Join us for refreshments too even if not shopping.

Glen Lake Fire Department Open House
2023-07-29 10:00 - 14:00 | MI, United States
Saturday July 29 from 10 am to 2 pm, join the community and bring the kids for the annual Glen Lake Fire Department Open House. See flyer for details.
