Live Music at French Valley: John Paul
2025-10-20 15:00 - 18:00 (America/Detroit) | French Valley Vineyard, 3655 South French Road, cedar, MI, 49621, United States
Join us Monday, October 20th at French Valley Vineyard for an evening of live music by John Paul.

Live Music at Dune Bird Winery: Billy & the Kid
2025-10-22 15:00 - 18:00, 2025-10-29 15:00 - 18:00 | Bel Lago, 6530 S LAKE SHORE DR, CEDAR, MI, 49621-9615, 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 Billy & the Kid.

Bioregional Mapping with Stephanie Mills
2025-10-22 18:00 - 19:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Stephanie Mills will lead a participatory workshop to depict your knowledge of ad raise questions about the nature of your home territory. Mills will facilitate graphic descriptions and revelations of our whereabouts. Space for the workshop is limited so please contact the library to register in advance: 231.326.5361 or info@glenlakelibrary.net.

Live Music at Dune Bird Winery: Loose Change
2025-10-26 15:00 - 18:00 | Dune Bird Winery, 5620 N Manitou Trail,, Northport, MI, 49670, United States
Join us at Dune Bird Winery for our 2025 lineup of live music events, happening every Wednesday and Sunday from May through October. Whether you’re sipping wine, enjoying a handcrafted coffee, or just soaking in the vineyard views, our outdoor music series blends local talent with warm community vibes—perfect for a midweek break or a laid-back weekend outing.

Trivia Night!
2025-10-26 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-02 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-09 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-16 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-23 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-30 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-07 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-14 17:00 - 19:00 and 3 more dates | Cherry Public House, 6026 South Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Think you’ve got what it takes to be the trivia champ? Join us every Sunday evening at Cherry Public House for a brain-boosting good time with Trivia Night, hosted by the legendary Quizmaster Whoot! 🍻
🧠 Test your knowledge across pop culture, history, music, and more
🍔 Enjoy delicious food and drink specials all evening
🏆 Prizes for top teams – bring your A-game!
Grab your smartest friends, snag a table, and settle in for two hours of laughs, surprises, and fierce-but-friendly competition. Walk-ins welcome — fun guaranteed!

Live Music at French Valley: Jeff Socia
2025-10-27 15:00 - 18:00 | French Valley Vineyard, 3655 South French Road, cedar, MI, 49621, United States
Join us Monday, October 27th at French Valley Vineyard for an evening of live music by Jeff Socia.

Tech Tuesday - iDevices: October 28, 2:00 pm
2025-10-28 14:00 - 15:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Come to the library for this month’s Tech Tuesday tutorial, presented by Corey Buchan of BuchanTech. Bring your iPhone, iPad or MacBook and your questions and learn from the expert! Tech Tuesdays are presented in partnership by the public libraries of Leelanau County.

HalloWINE at Bel Lago
2025-10-31 12:00 - 18:00 | Bel Lago, 6530 S LAKE SHORE DR, CEDAR, MI, 49621-9615, United States
Whether you come for the wine, the music, or the Halloween magic, it’s sure to be a hauntingly good time! Gather your ghouls and goblins, and let’s toast to HalloWINE!

Live music with the always-entertaining Dominic Fortuna from 3:30–5:30 pm.

Cozy mulled wine to warm your spirits, along with our full selection of wines, ciders and delicious food.

Costumes are highly encouraged — show off your festive best!

Keep an eye out… we may have a few extra tricks and treats waiting for you.

Saving the Farm
2025-11-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
The Leelanau County Historic Preservation Society will present their new documentary film, Saving the Barn: the Leelanau County Poor Farm. The film relates the history of this landmark and the dedicated effort to preserve the iconic barn. The LCHPS will also provide an update on new projects ad their vision for the future.

Apply with Confidence: GAAC Artist Exhibit Application Tutorial
2025-11-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Want to apply to one of the Glen Arbor Arts Center’s 2026 exhibitions, but not sure of the process? The GAAC will host a one-hour tutorial about its online application process November 8, 11 am. There is no charge.
Gallery Manager Sarah Bearup-Neal will discuss how to apply using the online application, creating effective photographic images of one’s artwork, and writing an artist’s statement. Bearup-Neal will also provide an overview of the GAAC’s 2026 season of exhibitions, the 2026 artist-in-residence program, and deadlines for submissions. This tutorial is open to people interested in exhibiting their artwork, both novice and experienced exhibitors.

Map-Making Workshop
2025-11-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Artists Jerry Gretzinger and Meg Staley will lead this afternoon workshop. Using the accalimed Jerry’s Map as inspiration, participants will creative map tiles charting their own imaginary workshop. A portion of Jerry’s Map is currently on display at the library. Space is limited for this workshop so please contact the library (231.326.5361) to register before November 8.

A GRATEFUL GATHERING
2025-11-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Enjoy holiday refreshments, and morsels at the Glen Arbor Arts Center’s Grateful Gathering, November 14, 6-8 pm. The Grateful Gathering opens the GAAC’s 2025 Small Works Holiday Exhibition, an annual showcase of 2D + 3D work that offers small, original art at affordable prices, $150 or less. The exhibition is November 5 – December 17, 2025, and features more than 100 works of art, 12” x 12” or smaller, by 19 artists working in glass, mixed media, collage, needlework, paper, paint, clay, and photography.
The Small Works exhibit may be previewed, either in the GAAC gallery or online from November 5 – 13. Small Works objects will be available for purchase at the Grateful Gathering on November 14, 6 – 8 pm. Artwork purchases continue through December 17. For more information go to GlenArborArt.org / EVENTS.

Live Music at French Valley: John Paul
2025-11-20 15:00 - 18:00 | French Valley Vineyard, 3655 South French Road, cedar, MI, 49621, United States
Join us at French Valley Vineyard for an evening of live music by John Paul.

Thanksgiving Day Church Service
2025-11-27 10:00 - 11:00 | MI
The community is invited to come together for an inspirational Thanksgiving Day Service at 10am on Nov. 27, 2025 at First Church of Christ, Scientist, 6753 W. Harbor Hwy (M-109) in Glen Arbor. It includes the reading of the Thanksgiving Proclamation of the President of the United States, or the Governor of the state, or both. Also hymns, prayers, vocal solo, a short sermon, expressions of gratitude by the congregation, and testimonies of healing by Christian Scientists, appropriate for the occasion. All are welcome

Bed Parade 2025
2025-11-28 09:00 - 09:30 | MI
The fun and quirky Bed Parade rolls back into town the day after Thanksgiving — one of Glen Arbor’s many holiday traditions. You’re invited to watch the spectacle from the curb and cheer on participants as they roll their festively decorated beds on wheels down Western Avenue — or join in the fun by bringing your own creatively adorned bed!
Want to participate?Rally your crew and haul your creativity to town for a 9am parade start on Friday, November 28, 2025. The parade will begin near the Pine Cone and wrap up by the Post Office and Art’s Tavern. Afterward, warm up and celebrate with a post-parade treat from Leelanau Coffee Roasters or Art’s Tavern, both open for breakfast.
This event is open to everyone. No registration required.Sponsored by Becky Thatcher Designs. Questions? Contact Michael Lyons at (630) 776-0036 or michaell@worthathousandwords.com

Glen Lake Library Community Blood Drive
2025-11-28 11:00 - 15:30 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Celebrate the Holiday of Hope by donating blood in the Program Room of the Glen Lake Library. Appointments are preferred. To set up an appointment call 866.642.5653 or visit: versiti.org/mi. Walk-ins are welcome as the schedule allows. As a thank you, all attempting donors with a valid email will receive a $25 e-gift card.

Tree Lighting, Caroling + Marketplace Preview Party
2025-11-28 18:15 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Town Hall, MI, United States
Kick off the holiday season in Glen Arbor with an evening of small-town charm and cheer! Gather outside the Town Hall at 6:15pm for the Tree Lighting and joyous Community Caroling, led by Glen Lake Church.
Then, step inside for the Holiday Market Preview Party from 6:30–8pm, where you’ll be among the first to shop an amazing selection of gifts and goods from 25+ local artists and makers. Enjoy a heartwarming start to the holiday season in Glen Arbor!

There’s more to enjoy, shop the Holiday Marketplace on Saturday from 10am-3pm. During the Market, families and children are invited to meet Santa & Mrs Claus @ the M22 Wine Patio from 11am-1pm for festive photo opportunities. Learn More.

Michigan Beer - a Heady History
2025-12-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Come learn about the rich and tasty legacy of Michigan beer in this virtual lecture by author Patti F. Smith. She’ll highlight the history of our state’s brewers, from the pioneers through Prohibition and post-WWII. Learn how immigrants brought distinctive beer styles from their home countries, as well as about early Detroit brewers, brewing consolidation after the war, and how the industry continues to evolve. The lecture is part of the ongoing History Hounds series, presented by the Historical Society of Michigan.

Ugly Sweater Bingo Chamber Connect
2025-12-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
Please join the local community for a festive Chamber Connect event! We will mingle on December 17th at Glen Arbor Town Hall for Ugly Sweater Bingo. Doors open at 6 pm. Bingo starts at 6:30 pm.

BYO food and drink for the potluck table.

There will also be a food donation box and a Toys for Tots donation box.
