Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

Lanphier Observatory Public Viewing
2023-08-17 22:00 - 23:59, 2023-08-23 22:00 - 23:59, 2023-08-24 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
2023-08-18 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-08-19 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-08-22 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-08-24 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-08-25 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-08-26 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-08-29 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-08-31 09:30 - 11:30 | 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.

Friends of Glen Lake Library Book Sale
2023-08-19 11:00 - 15:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Join us under the tent in front of the Glen Lake Library in Empire for our last book sale of summer 2023. We’ll have a great selection of gently used books for readers of all genres and all ages.

Meet the authors of Butts and Pulp
2023-08-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Horizon Bookstore, 243 E. Front Street, Traverse City, MI, 49684, United States
Horizon Bookstore. Meet modern family feminist authors with unique stories for some interesting and mischievous fun as they play off each other’s repartee.
Abra Bergen’s chef and author of numerous cookbooks including Ruffage, Grist, and her newest, Pulp (fruit).
Heather Radke is a featured Radio Lab podcaster and author of the acclaimed book, Butts: A Backstory. Yes, it’s about women’s butts, body image, history, racial backstories, culture and pride.

Yen Yoga at Nature
2023-08-23 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-08-30 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-09-06 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-09-13 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-09-20 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-09-27 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-10-04 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
2023-08-24 18:00, 2023-08-31 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.

Glen Lake Library Community Blood Drive
2023-08-29 11:00 - 15:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Help support a critical component of our regional health care system. Our partners at Versiti, the primary blood supplier for hospitals throughout the state, have asked us to host a second drive, after our very successful first event in June. Summer is a more challenging time for blood collections, so these contributions are especially critical. Register online (https://donate.michigan.versiti.org) for an appointment between 11:00 am and 3:30 pm. Walk-ins will also be welcomed as the schedule allows. Our goal is to collect at least 15 units – help us exceed that mark and provide vital blood supplies to help patients in need!

Art Lecture/ By the Sea: September 12
2023-09-12 10:30 - 11:30 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Join art lecturer Linda Young at the Glen Lake Library as she takes you on an exploration of paintings inspired by the beauty and power of the world’s oceans. Linda will present and discuss works by various accomplished painters, depicting stunning seascapes from around the globe. Reservations are requested for this one hour lecture, which will be offered at both 10:30 am or 7:00 pm. Contact the library – 231.325.5361- to register for one of these sessions.

Stories & More starts September 14, 2023!
2023-09-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Calling all toddlers and their parents/caregivers to Glen Lake Library’s Stories & More for our first gathering on Thursday, September 14 @11:00 a.m. These weekly programs will include stories, music, crafts and more. This is a great way to help develop early literacy and discover all the library has to offer youngsters including our TALK and 1,000 Books before Kindergarten programs. No registration is required – just drop in and join the fun!

Friends of the Leland Township Public Library
2023-09-16 10:00 - 14:00 | leland township library, 203 E. Cedar St, Leland, MI, 49654
The Friends of the Leland Township Public Library is hosting a Pop-Up Book Sale on Saturday September 16, 2023, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Leland Township Public Library 203 Cedar Street in Leland MI. Come fill a bag for $10.00.

Tech Tuesday at the GLCL
2023-09-26 15:00 - 16:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Learn how to access electronic books and more from the Up North Digital Collection, your 24/7 virtual library. Public Services Librarian Dave Ulrich will demonstrate how to navigate this dynamic collection using the Libby app, providing access to thousands of ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines. Bring your e-reader or other mobile device, and your questions! And, stay tuned for more Tech Tuesday sessions in coming months, presented by your Leelanau County libraries.

Live Music at the M22 Wine Patio with Dennis Palmer
2023-09-30 15:00 - 17:00 | M22 Outdoor Wine Patio, 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Dennis has released 5 CDs of original music ranging from Acoustic Blues to Contemporary Folk. With an eclectic style that is both introspective and thought provoking. His music has raised comparisons to such artists as Gordon Lightfoot and Warren Zevon. Dennis was born and raised near Saginaw, Michigan. He now lives in Leelanau County among the places and people that continue to inspire much of his music.

Wayne Pope: Birds of Michigan
2023-10-05 18:30 - 19:30 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Learn about native bird species with photographer and birding expert Wayne Pope. He will share his new book which includes photographs, natural history notes, and personal observations celebrating our avian friends. Copies of his book will be available to purchase.

Fall Festive Kids Crafts with Sprouts at the M22 Wine Patio
2023-10-07 10:00 - 12:00 | M22 Outdoor Wine Patio, 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Join us at the M22 Wine Patio for fall kids crafts on Saturday, October 7th from 10-12pm.
Drop in anytime for halloween and pumpkin crafts to get you and your family in the festive spirit for fall!
