Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

Bicycle Travelogue
2024-09-26 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
An entertaining account of one retiree’s solo and self-supported 1100 mile bike trip. Author John McShea will share the many memorable people, places and experiences of his inspiring, once-in-a-lifetime journey.

Glen Lake Fall Flannel Festival
2024-09-28 11:00 - 15:00 | Glen Lake School, 3375 W. Burdickville Rd., Maple City, MI, 49664, United States
Delightful community celebration of the bountiful autumn season at Glen Lake Community Schools first annual Fall Flannel Festival! It will take place on Saturday, September 28th from 11am-3pm. $5 entry fee per person, or $20 for a family. There will be fun for all with activities including bounce houses, cider making, corn hole, face painting, games, pie eating contests, touch a truck and more.
Cider & Donuts, photo opportunities, pig roast, plant and pumpkin sale. Glen Lake Spirit wear will be available for purchase. Cash only please.

Coffee with the Authors: An Artist's Pilgrimage
2024-09-29 13:00 - 14:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Frankfort painter Ellie Harold traveled to Paris in 2022, a pilgrimage to view an exhibition of paintings by Impressionist Claude Monet and Abstract Expressionist Joan Mitchell. The souvenirs from that trip weren’t T-shirts and tote bags, but questions, including: What does it mean to be a “real” artist? Harold explores that question in the resulting book, Monet, Mitchell & Me: A Painter’s Pilgrimage. She talks about how she answered that question at the September 29 Coffee With The Authors conversation, 1 pm at the Glen Arbor Arts Center.
Harold’s book is a meditation on her struggles with creative block, about practice, process, and why she’d rather make work than look at it in a museum. Monet, Mitchell & Me is the story of Harold’s journey into the valley of art historical giants, and the side trips into the interior of her own, artistic country.
Coffee With The Authors is a series of conversational interviews with local and regional authors about the craft and process of writing. This program is offered as part of the GAAC’s Shrines + Altars, an exhibition that explores what we hold sacred: To whom are we building shrines? At what altars are we worshipping? The program is free. For more information go to GlenArborArt.org /EVENTS.

SHOPtober
2024-10-01 - 2024-10-31 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Shop Small, Eat Local, Win Big! Spend $350 at participating businesses in the Glen Arbor area during the month of October, and get entered to win $100 in Glen Arbor Bucks!
Simply collect your receipts and submit them in an envelope (provided or your own) by November 5th. Drop off at the M22 Store in Glen Arbor or mail to the Glen Lake Chamber: PO Box 217, Glen Arbor, MI 49636
3 entries max per person.
Receipts must total $350 or more and be dated October 1–31, 2024. Winners will be announced via Facebook, Instagram and our email newsletter after November 10th. Purchases on lodging or services may be excluded.
Two winners will be selected. Bucks will be valid only for the coming calendar year. Merchants who receive “Glen Arbor Bucks” as a form of payment may be reimbursed by presenting the Chamber with the Glen Arbor Buck used for purchase. Questions about the event? Contact Kaitlyn at M22 Glen Arbor via email: wine@crystalriveroutfitters.com
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Fall Food Preservation
2024-10-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Join Kara Lynch of the MSU Extension Food Safety Team to learn the latest methods and research for preserving foods at home. Let us help you fill your pantry and freezer by preserving foods safely.

Spooktacular Halloween Magic Show
2024-10-05 11:00 - 12:00
Get in the Halloween spirit with the talented Joel Tacey. He returns to the GLCL with a fun-filled hour of magic and laughs, perfect for the whole family!

LOC 30th Anniversary Fall Festival
2024-10-05 13:00 - 17:00 | Leelanau Outdoor Center, 1653 Port Oneida Road, Maple City, MI, 49664, United States
2024 marks 30 years for the Leelanau Outdoor Center (LOC) on Pyramid Point! To celebrate this milestone, LOC will be hosting a Fall Festival event on October 5, where participants will be able to climb the rock wall, fly down the zip line, go on a hayride, carve a pumpkin, shoot a bow and arrow, and more! The outdoor center will be open to all from 1-5pm, and it’s just $15/person to access all the activities. Concessions will also be available. More details about the event can be found at https://www.locprograms.org/events

Versiti Community Blood Drive
2024-10-25 11:00 - 15:30 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Help provide vital support to our regional healthcare system with your blood donation. The team from Versiti will be on hand from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm in our Program Room. Schedule an appointment to save a space. Walk-ins will also be welcome as the day’s schedule allows. Donors will receive a coupon for a free pint of beer, or other beverage, at selected Michigan breweries, including Stormcloud and Shorts!

Leelanau Wellness Collective Well-O-Ween Party
2024-10-25 18:00 - 20:00 | French Valley Vineyard, 3655 South French Road, cedar, MI, 49621, United States
From the Leelanau Wellness Collective:
Let’s get together for a fun and festive evening of health and wellness celebration while enjoying the Halloween season!
– Festive apparel & costumes encouraged! A prize awarded for the best costume! Voted by attendees.
– Fresh press your own apple cider (with local apples!)
– Light bites provided by the LWC
– Beer, Cider, Wine & N/A Beverages available for purchase from -French Valley
– Flatbreads, pretzels and warm olives are also available for purchase.

Trick or Treat downtown Glen Arbor
2024-10-27 12:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Glen Arbor business district offers family-friendly daytime Trick or Treating! The Sunday, before Halloween, come out and enjoy the season with us, this year on Oct 27th from 12-3pm, 2024 (or until the treats run out!) Be festive, dress in costume and invite your friends, family and neighbors to Trick or Treat at participating businesses. Open to the public & free to attend. We encourage you to “shop small and eat local,” too. Use the hashtag #glenarbortrickortreat and tag us @visitglenarbor on Facebook & Instagram to share your Trick or Treating photos!
Plus, bring your non-perishable pantry and household goods for the local food bank. Donate your items in the trailer parked outside of Art’s Tavern.

Trunk or Treat in Downtown Empire
2024-10-31 17:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Empire
All Ghosts, Goblins, Cowboys and Cowgirls! Come Join In The Fun! Trunk or Treat in Downtown Empire. Sliders provided by the Empire United Methodist Church (donations appreciated). Sponsored by The Empire Area Community Center.
Event will take place on Front Street in downtown Empire on Thursday, October 31st from 5-6pm.

Beading Workshop
2024-11-23 10:00 - 11:00
Join jeweler Holly Lang for this fun session. Learn various beading methods and create a bracelet to take home with you! All materials will be provided

PJ Party “Better than Black Friday”
2024-11-29 06:00 - 09:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Join us for this fun #shopsmall event Thanksgiving weekend, on Friday, Nov. 29th, 2024. The PJ Party is an annual tradition in the Glen Arbor business district, where you are invited to wear your pajamas and come out for special sales and offers with participating local merchants for a “Better than Black Friday” shopping experience. Select businesses open early, this year from 6/7-9am* to feature specials and sales only offered during this time.
Afterward, watch the Bed Parade down part of Western Ave from 9-9:30am then grab a drink or breakfast treat. Shops continue Thanksgiving weekend sales during their normal hours of operation the rest of the day/weekend.
PLEASE VISIT THESE PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES!
Forest Gallery
Refuge Salon – Get 25% off of all Aveda products and gifts with purchase on Friday, Nov. 29th from 7am -9am
M22 Glen Arbor – open early at 6am offering once a year sales
Coastal – open early at 6am offering once a year sales
Cherry Republic Retail Store – 7am-9am Take 20% off everything in the store (excludes wine and shipping costs). Then, from 10am-7pm be the first to shop their Black Friday Special: spend $75 or more and receive a $15 gift card (*one per customer)
Cottage Book Shop
Inn and Trail Gourmet – Open at 9am, offering in-store specials all day!
Harbor View Lavender/The Cherry Stop
Leelanau Coffee Roasters
*Check with individual merchants for their own offerings and hours of operation.

Bed Parade
2024-11-29 09:00 - 09:30
The fun and quirky Bed Parade returns the day after Thanksgiving, among other holiday traditions in Glen Arbor. You’re invited to simply view the spectacle from the curb and cheer on participants as they roll their festively decorated bed on wheels down Western Avenue, or join in the fun with your own festively decorated bed!
Want to participate? Rally your troops and haul your creativity to town for a 9am parade start time on Friday, Nov. 29th, 2024. The “parade” will begin just outside the Pine Cone and complete at the Post Office. Join other participants for a post-parade treat from Leelanau Coffee Roasters or Art’s Tavern, which will be open for breakfast.
This event is open to everyone. No registration required. Sponsored by Becky Thatcher Designs, Contact Michael Lyons for questions: (630)776-0036 michaell@worthathousandwords.com

Tree Lighting + Holiday Market Opening
2024-11-29 18:15 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Town Hall, MI, United States
Shop a curated variety of goods during the Glen Arbor Artisan Marketplace Thanksgiving weekend in Glen Arbor, MI.
Friday, November 29th, 2024
The inaugural “Tree Lighting” takes place around 6:15pm outside the Town Hall. Doors open to the Town Hall from 6:30-8pm to preview and shop the goods during the Marketplace Opening.
Saturday, November 30th: Shop an amazing selection of gifts from 24 vendors at the Glen Arbor Artisan Marketplace, located in the Town Hall from 10am-3pm
Plus, families and children are invited to meet Santa & Mrs Claus @ the M22 Wine Patio from 11am-1pm for festive photo opportunities. Located at: 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI.

Glen Arbor's Holiday Market
2024-11-30 10:00 - 15:00 | Glen Arbor Town Hall, MI, United States
Shop a curated variety of local artisan goods during the Glen Arbor Holiday Artisan Market, Thanksgiving weekend in Glen Arbor, MI.
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Friday, November 29, 2024
Tree Lighting & Caroling @ 6:15pm outside the Town Hall with Carols led by Fred and Chris. Be among the first to shop the goods during the Holiday Market Preview Party from 6:30-8pm.
Saturday, November 30th, 2024
Find an amazing selection of gifts from 25+ vendors at the Glen Arbor Holiday Marketplace, located in the Town Hall from 10am-3pm.
Families and children are invited to meet Santa & Mrs Claus @ the M22 Wine Patio from 11am-1pm for festive photo opportunities. Located at: 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI.

How to be a vendor/participate:

View/Print Vendor Application

Event Chair, Cre Woodard, Email: crewoodard.landscapes@gmail.com Phone: (231) 735-5300
Please make checks payable to “Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce,” or pay securely online via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/glenlakechamber
Please print and return your application, with a check for $125, by June 1st, 2024.
Mail checks and application to: Cre Woodard, PO Box 21, Empire, MI 49630

Questions? Feel to contact the chamber by email at info@visitglenarbor.com

Empire Artisan Marketplace
2024-11-30 10:00 - 16:00 | Empire Township Hall, 10088 W. Front Street, Empire, MI , Empire, MI, 49630, United States
On November 30th, take advantage of the trifecta of shopping local. There are 3 markets in Empire on that day. Start your day at the Empire Town Hall where the Artisan Marketplace will be taking place. Meet 20 artisans and have a take out lunch prepared by Mel and Fel. Next go right across the street to the library where a used book sale will be taking place plus the Glen Lake Women’s Club will be having a beautiful vintage jewelry sale. Finish your shopping spree in Empire at the Cottonwood Inn 1/4 mile East of the Town Hall. Located at 9583 W. Front Street. There you will find a Christmas Boutique, plus more artisans. All events are from 10 AM to 4 PM.

Ugly Sweater Bingo Community Potluck
2024-12-03 17:00 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Town Hall, MI, United States
Bring a dish to share and BYOB. Wear your ugly Christmas sweater and play a round or two of Bingo. 5 pm – 8 pm on Tuesday, December 3 at Glen Arbor Town Hall.

Permanent Jewelry Pop Up at The District
2024-12-13 16:00 - 19:00
Stop by The District during Glen Arbor’s Local Night to shop and sip from 4-7pm Friday, December 13th.
Heather from Arabella will also be here for a permanent jewelry pop up!
Grab your friends and head out to Glen Arbor for a night of shopping and fun!

Shop & Sweets in The District
2024-12-21 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-21 12:00 - 16:00
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 with a glass of M22 Wine and cozy up in the heated Wine Patio or by one of our fires!

"The Sky Is Always There" - Exhibit Opening Reception
2025-01-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
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 the sky from its atmospheric characteristic to its mythic history. Is the sky so familiar that we forget to consider it? Is the sky just more psychic wallpaper? These are some of the creative prompts exhibitors will interpret.
More information about The Sky Is Always There can be found on the GAAC website: GlenArborArt.org / EXHIBITS The exhibition runs through March 20. The GAAC is open during the week 9 am – 3 pm, and on Saturday noon – 4 pm.

Nature Sketching and Journaling - January 18 - 10:00 AM
2025-01-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, 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. At 11:15, the group will then depart for a guided field trip to Lake Ann State Park. Be sure to pack pencils/pens, paper or drawing book/journal, water bottle, snacks/lunch, and dress for the cool, chilly weather with comfy walking shoes, and your curiosity.Registration is not mandatory, but is helpful in case there is a change in the schedule or bad weather issues: 231-326-5361, or info@glenlakelibrary.net.

Empire School Redevelopment Plan
2025-02-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, 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.

Gallery Walk and Talk: Two New Exhibits
2025-02-08 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-03-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
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/

Author Lisa Rabey
2025-02-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, 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 up for Valentine’s Day!

Empire Winterfest
2025-02-22 09:00 - 21:00 | Empire Township Hall, 10088 W. Front Street, Empire, MI , Empire, MI, 49630, United States
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 | Coffee Hour at Tiffany’s Cafe
4pm | Children’s Winter Storyhour at the Library
5-7pm | Soup Potluck & Music from Chris Skellenger and Paul Koss at Empire Township Hall
Bring a soup, salad, or dessert to share. BYOB
All Winterfest activities are free to attend, and the event is sponsored by the Empire Area Community Center (EACC). A freewill offering will be taken during the potluck to support EACC’s general fund, which is invested back into the community through events like this one.

Tech Tuesdays - Useful Apps: February 25 - 2pm
2025-02-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, 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 by the public libraries of Leelanau County.

Drawing and Nature journaling Club
2025-03-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, 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 guide participants through sketching and journal writing techniques in the field, before reconvening back at the library for further discussion and sharing. Dress for outdoor temps/weather, and bring drawing supplies (notebook/journal, pencils/pens). For more information contact Penny: penny.ok.art@gmail.com.
