Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

Yarn Bomb Maker Day
2019-04-28 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Detroit) | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
The Glen Arbor Arts Center is hosting a yarn bomb Maker Day on Sunday, April 28, 1 – 3 pm at the GAAC, 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. This is the first of four Makers Days leading up to a September 15 yarn bombing/installation in Glen Arbor. Yarn bomb-making is a no-fail, friendly community event for people of any needle skill.
Yarn bombing is a form of temporary street art where yarn in any form (knit, crochet, latch hook, cross stitch, amigurumi or simple wrapping) adorns an object [e.g. tree trunk or limbs, poles, waste can] in the public environment. In addition to sharing more details about the September 15 installation, we’ll begin work on the yarn bombs. There will be a short presentation about the activity of yarn bombing. Please bring: your needles, craft yarn, old
wool sweaters that no one will wear, yarn sewing needles. This yarn bombing is part of our upcoming exhibition “Fiber Without Borders,” September 13 – November 7.
We need donations of craft yarn, large size knitting needles, and old wool sweaters for this project are welcomed. Drop off your donations at the GAAC, and Wool and Honey in Cedar, Michigan.
For more information call the GAAC, 231/334-6112.

Claim your Business on Google: A FREE small business course
2019-05-06 19:00 - 20:00 | The Leland Lodge, 565 Pearl Street, Leland, MI, 49654
On Monday, May 6, Samantha Reis and Elsa Finch of Michigan Small Business Development Center (MI-SBDC) will share tips and tricks for how to “Get Found on Google Search and Maps.”
This course will explore Google My Business, a free tool for local businesses, who want to connect with customers on Google Search and Maps. In this session we’ll show you how to:

Create or claim your business profile on Google
Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps
Use Google My Business to connect with potential customers

Register to attend HERE.
This program will also be at The Leland Lodge at 7:00pm.
Facebook Event

Spring Chamber Dinner
2019-05-14 05:30 - 07:30 | La Becasse, 9001 S Dunns Farm Road, Burdickville, MI, 49664, United States
Please join your business community for our annual Spring Member Dinner Meeting to be held Tuesday, May 14th, 2019 at LaBecasse.
Greetings & Cocktail hour begin at 5:30pm with Dinner meeting to start at 6pm.
If possible, please RSVP to Brook beddyhm@gmail.com by May 1st.

16th Annual Asparagus Festival | Dance & Pig Roast
2019-05-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Empire
In Empire, Michigan
Fri., May 17th from 7 – 10pm
• Dance & Pig Roast | $5
Sat., May 18th from 9am – 9pm
• Fun Run-Walk
• Recipe Contest & Cook-off
• Museum Open house
• Food – Booths
Music and MORE!

16th Annual Asparagus Festival
2019-05-18 09:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Empire

Crystal River Cleanup
2019-06-04 09:30 - 12:00 | MI
The river cleanup of the Crystal River is coming up on June 4 at 9:30. We will gather at the Crystal River Outfitters on 22 at 6249 River Rd, Glen Arbor, 49636.
There will be a signup table identifying the meeting place for the event. If you need equipment to participate, the “Crystal River Outfitters” will provide Kayaks or whatever is needed.
We have scheduled a number of presenters for the event. The Park Rangers, a Forestry Specialist, a “Friends” Representative, and a pair of River Cleanup Specialists (Gerald and Sue Wilgus) will all speak and then the Cleanup will begin.
Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes
E-mail: info@friendsofsleepingbear.org
https://friendsofsleepingbear.org

Lower Platte River Cleanup
2019-06-11 09:30 - 12:00 | MI
Join us for a river cleanup of the Lower Platte June 11th at 9:30am. We will gather at the canoe parking lot in the park on the corner of Lake Michigan Road and M-22.
The Park Rangers, a Forestry Specialist, a “Friends” Representative, and a pair of River Cleanup Specialists will all speak to kick off the clean up. If you need equipment to participate, the “Riverside” will provide Kayaks or whatever is needed.
Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes
E-mail: info@friendsofsleepingbear.org
https://friendsofsleepingbear.org

Talk: Home/Place, Affordable Housing
2019-06-11 10:30 - 11:30 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
How does a shortage of housing in Northwest Michigan take its toll on residents and businesses? That question is the focus of an hour-long panel discussion June 11, 10:30 am at the Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. This program is open to the public without charge.
The panel is composed of three housing advocates:
•Sarah Lucas, executive director of the newly-created Housing North, a Traverse City non-profit that supports stakeholders working to create housing in a 10-county area.
•Frank Clements, volunteer member of the Leelanau County Housing Action Committee.
•Chris Frey, volunteer development manager of Leelanau Reach. Creating homes for young families, workers and other low- to middle-income residents is a multilayered challenge. Communities must grapple with new zoning ordinances as well as work through negative perceptions that accompany terms such as “affordable housing.” The GAAC panel will also explore how affordable housing contributes to the character and diversity of a community.
This project is offered in conjunction with the GAAC’s exhibition “New Views: Home/Place,” an exploration of home and place identity. The exhibition is in the GAAC gallery from June 7 – August 8. For more information go to GlenArborArt.org

Summer Preview Party
2019-06-12 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
First Annual Locals Summer Preview Party from 4-7 pm on Wednesday, June 12th, 2019. Open to the public, all are welcome!
Kick off the summer season by joining your friends and neighbors to browse and shop Glen Arbor’s offerings and new goods. Participating businesses may offer giveaways and refreshments, making it a worthwhile evening!

Confirmed Participating Businesses:
•Crystal River Outfitters, •Coastal, •M22 Glen Arbor, •Cherry Republic, •Cottonseed Apparel, •The Sportsman Shop, •Sleeping Bear Bay Club, •The Cottage Book Shop and •Northwoods Home & Gift
If you’d like your store to participate from 4-7 pm on June 12 and offer a fun evening for our visitors with giveaways, snacks/beverages, discounts or whatever you choose, please email Katy Wiesen at katy@crystalriveroutfitters.com by May 12.
The GL Chamber will do limited marketing so please spread the word by sharing this event through your own marketing efforts and on social media!
Event on Facebook

Talk: Home/Place with Michigan Authors
2019-06-23 14:00 - 15:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Three Northern Michigan authors discuss the different ways Leelanau County, its homes and places figure into their fiction and non-fiction writing June 23, 2 pm at the Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. This program is open to the public without charge.
The writing of local authors Stephanie Mills, Lynne Rae Perkins, and Aaron Stander is linked by its focus on place and home. Each of these writers will discuss how their stories are propelled by Leelanau; by the concept of living in-place; and how we understand what home looks like:
•Maple City writer Stephanie Mills, the author of six books, is a nationally-recognized voice of Bioregionalism.
•Suttons Bay author-illustrator Lynne Rae Perkins, a 2006 Newberry Medal winner, and the author of the 1995 picture book Home Lovely and 12 other books for young and young adult readers.
•Interlochen resident Aaron Stander, author of 10 Ray Elkins mysteries set in “Cedar County, Michigan,” a mash-up of many Leelanau County communities, businesses and landmarks.
This program is offered in conjunction with the GAAC exhibition “New Views: Home/Place,” an exploration of home and place identity. The exhibition runs from June 7 – August 8. For more information go to GlenArborArt.org.

Beach Bards: Friday, June 28
2019-06-28 20:00 - 22:00 | The Leelanau School, 1 Old Homestead Road, Glen Arbor, Michigan, 49636
The Beach Bards – Glen Arbor – “By heart” storytelling, poetry, and music on the beach. Friday evenings starting at 8pm with Children’s Hour.
2019 Beach Bards Summer Schedule
Friday, June 28th, 2019
Friday, July 12th, 2019
Friday, July 26th, 2019
Friday, August 9th, 2019
Located at The Leelanau School Fire Circle, One Old Homestead Rd., Glen Arbor
(231)334-5800 and leelanau.org

NMC Concert Band July 3
2019-07-03 19:00 | Old School Lawn, Glen Arbor, MI, 49684, United States
The Northwestern Michigan College student and community musicians kick off the Glen Arbor Arts Center’s 2019 Manitou Music series with a concert of wide-ranging favorites for the whole family on Wednesday, July 3, 7 pm.
This FREE annual event takes place outside on the lawn, at the Old Schoolhouse in Glen Arbor, located at: 6363 W. Western Avenue/M-22.
There is no rain location for this concert. Bring your own lawn chair.
For more information about the entire 2019 Manitou Music series, go to GlenArborArt.org and click on MANITOU MUSIC

4th of July Parade in Glen Arbor
2019-07-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Glen Arbor 4th of July Parade
Head on down to Glen Arbor and shop/dine – most places are open for at least half the day for visitors. Grab a spot and enjoy the big 4th of July Parade downtown Glen Arbor, beginning at 12pm. The parade leaves from Glen Haven making its way through to the North/East end of town. This year’s parade Marshal is Jim Fowler and the Glen Arbor Park Commission.
If you’re a boater, you can join in on the boat parade 4th of July evening on the Glen Lake beginning at 4pm in front of the Yacht Club.

Participate…
Everyone is welcome and “anything goes!”
Want to participate in the parade? Cyclists (kids and families) and Walkers can join in the parade starting at the Christian Science Church. Cars and Floats participating in the parade, please meet at Glen Haven to line up 45 min prior to the parade start time. The parade begins at Noon.
Want a front row seat? Volunteer! We always need as many parade volunteers as possible. Bring your own broom to help walk with the parade and sweep the candy back towards the crowd, to keep kids off the street and safe.
Enjoy the area…
Most shops and restaurants are open part of the day for you! Please make sure to come to town early to park and enjoy shopping the lovely retailers and art galleries. Whether you’ll end up back where you’re staying or head back home, there’s a beach or lake or trail for you to enjoy some outdoor recreation the remainder of the holiday.
More to celebrate on the 4th…
>>Flag Raising Ceremony | Old Settlers Park @ 10am
>>Boat Parade | On the Glen Lakes @4pm
>>Pancake Breakfast | Sunday, July 7th at the Town Hall

Parade photos courtesy of Raquel Jackson
#4thofJuly #glenarbor #parade #thingstodo #summertime #glenlake

Pancake Breakfast
2019-07-07 08:00 - 12:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
The Glen Lake Fire and Rescue Association will be hosting a pancake breakfast! Bring your family and friends out to support the Fire and Rescue Association and enjoy a great breakfast with friends and family! Proceeds will go to the Glen Arbor Fire & Rescue Association to assist the Glen Lake Fire Department with funding for training and equipment purchases. Thank you for your support!
When: Sunday July 7th
8:00am – 12:00pm
Where: Glen Arbor Township Hall, 6394 W. Western Avenue, Glen Arbor, MI
Cost: $8.00/person, Children 5 and under free
The Glen Arbor Fire & Rescue Association is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) corporation

Beach Bards: July 12
2019-07-12 20:00 - 22:00 | The Leelanau School, 1 Old Homestead Road, Glen Arbor, Michigan, 49636

Looking Forward/Old Friends concert
2019-07-13 18:00 - 21:30 | Old Settler’s Park, South Dunns Farm Road (County Road 675), Empire Township, MI, United States
Looking Forward will play at 6 pm and Old Friends 7:30-9:30 at Old Settlers’ Park on Glen Lake on July 13, 2019.
Open to the public community. The concert is free with the hat passed for freewill donations. Bring your own water/coolers for hydration and chairs/blankets to sit on.
The beneficiary of the concert will be Young Life, a youth ministry for middle school and high school students at Glen Lake School.
Presenting sponsors this year are Anderson’s Market and Cherry Republic, with support from Shannon Realty, Leelanau Coffee Roasting, Northwood Hardware, John and Pam Depuy, Jenifer Murray Consulting, Jerry and Shelly Pearson, Bob and Sue Johnson—and the list is growing.

Read the article telling the story behind this event in the Glen Arbor Sun.

Port Oneida Auto Tours
2019-07-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Ken-Tuck-U-Inn, M-22
Wednesday Driving Tours
Out of the Ordinary Historic Driving Tours
Guided by Retired Ranger Bill Herd Wednesdays 10 am- noon
Explore historic structures in the park that are not as well known. 2.5 hrs.
Donations Appreciated
7/10 Faust Log Cabin – at Inspiration Point looking over Glen Lake. 10 am, 11 am, and noon tours.
7/17 Ken-tuck-U-Inn – in Benzie County near the Platte River
7/24 Barn to Barn Tour – car caravan around Port Oneida and Good Harbor region to 5 sites
7/31 Inside the Farms of Port Oneida – car caravan to several sites
8/7 Treat Farm Hike and Tour –park and hike the ¼ mi.
Meeting Locations
Port Oneida Tours – meet at the Port Oneida Farms Heritage Center/Olsen Farm, 3164 W. Harbor Hwy (M-22)., 3 miles N. of Glen Arbor. Sign out front says, “Charles Olsen”.
Faust Cabin: Going south, at the narrows between Glen Lakes, take a left onto McFarlane road south of Glen Lake. Go up the hill at least a mile. On the left is inspiration point where you can park. The cabin is left of Inspiration point. Map.
Ken-Tuck-U-Inn : located on the east side of M-22 at Long Lake Rd. From the southern border of the Lakeshore (identified by the Welcome to Sleeping Bear Dunes sign) on M-22 near Crystal Lake, drive north along M-22 about 0.3 miles to Long Lake Road, which intersects M-22 from the east. Coming from the north, the Ken-Tuck-U-Inn is about 10.6 miles south of Esch Road on M-22 Map.
Treat Farm: South of Empire 1/4 mile, turn right onto Stormer road. After Tweddle farm park at park gate. Meet at gate in front of 2-track for the 1/4 mile walk to the farm.

48th Annual Glen Arbor Art Fair
2019-07-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
48th Annual Glen Lake Woman’s Club Art Fair
Wednesday, July 17th, 2019 from 10 am – 4 pm, outside at the Glen Arbor Township Hall.
The Glen Lake Woman’s Club Art Fair hosts 100 artists carefully selected to represent up-north, one-of-a kind art pieces for sale at the Glen Arbor Township Hall. The juried Art Fair features pottery, painting, textiles, woodworking, and jewelry, as well as face painting, a raffle, and a bake sale. Lunch is available for purchase on site including the popular walking tacos and cherry chicken salad. Admission is free.
Each year, thousands of people shop for that unique piece of art, either for themselves or for a special gift.
All proceeds support the Glen Lake student scholarship program. Since 1980, $228,060 has been awarded to 161 students with both 1 and 2-year scholarships.

Free Admission, Open to the Public | No smoking and No pets allowed on the premises.
For registration or application info/submission, please contact: Janice Freeman at (231)334-3428 and glwcartfair@gmail.com

Empire Anchor Days
2019-07-19 - 2019-07-20 | Empire, MI, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Friday & Saturday, July 19th & 20th EMPIRE AREA COMMUNITY CENTER brings their annual “Anchor Day” activities to kids, families, community members and visitors.
FRIDAY, JULY 19th
Movie – ‘Anchor Recovery’
Tribute to Doug Manning.
7:30 pm • Empire Town Hall
Sponsored by the Empire Area Museum

SATURDAY, JULY 20th
Anchor Day Fun Run
Starting at Empire Beach Pavilion
8:45 am Registration • 9:00 am Race Time
Darby Trapp, Coordinator
Sponsored by Empire Area Community Center (EACC)
Anchor Day Parade
Front Street, Empire, MI
Participants line up between 1 and 1:30 pm at Johnson Park
11570 Reynolds St., Empire
Parade begins 2 pm — through Empire
Sponsored by Empire Area Community Center (EACC)
Lions Club BBQ Chicken Dinner
Empire Town Hall • 1:00 – 7:00 pm
Adults $13 • Children under 10 years old $6
Grilled Chicken, Baked Beans, Coleslaw, Potato’s & Shortcake
Sponsored by Empire Lions
Street Dance
Doc Probes, the Music Doctor & David Goodwin, Professional Drummer
Empire Town Hall Porch • 8 pm – 11 pm
BYOB • Chair • Dancing Shoes . . . and friends!
Sponsored by Empire Area Community Centert (EACC)

Manitou Music: Jazz North
2019-07-21 20:00 | Studio Stage at Lake Street Studios, 6023 Lake St., Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Sunday, July 21 Jazz North | 8 pm
Jazz North is a “little” big band. And on Sunday, July 21 Jazz North occupies Studio Stage in the next Manitou Music concert. The concert begins at 8 pm.
The horn section in this regional conglomerate gels with the rhythm section to perform everything from funk to swing to rhythm and blues, from Latin to bebop. These experienced musicians have played together for many years, creating a tight musical camaraderie and demonstrating their love of playing music for anyone with a toe to tap.
Manitou Music concerts are a project of the Glen Arbor Arts Center. Tickets: $20 nonmembers, $18 for GAAC members, and people under age 18 are free. The concert venue is Lake Street Studios Studio Stage, 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. Rain location for this concert is Glen Arbor Town Hall, 6394 W. Western Avenue/M-22, Glen Arbor.
For more information and to order tickets, go to GlenArborArt.org

Running Bear Run/Walk 2019
2019-07-23 09:00 - 10:00 | Cherry Republic
The 13th Annual Glen Arbor Women’s Club Running Bear 5K Walk/Run and 1/2 Mile Kid’s Run is going to be on Tuesday, July 23, 2019. 9:00 am at Cherry Republic Glen Arbor. $18/$20 day of race $5 Kids. More info: www.runningbearrun.com

Manitou Music: Ruth and Max Bloomquist
2019-07-24 20:00 | Studio Stage at Lake Street Studios, 6023 Lake St., Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Wednesday, July 24 Ruth and Max Bloomquist | 8 pm
Ruth and Max Bloomquist celebrate 40 years of performing their style of Acoustic Americana, with roots in folk, bluegrass, and traditional music. They bring those decades and more to Studio Stage as part of the Manitou Music series on Wednesday, July 24, 8 pm.
Ruth is well known for her songwriting as well as her striking alto voice. The pair have been making music together since they met in 1975 and discovered their shared love for music made with acoustic instruments and featuring lyrics from the heart.
Manitou Music is a project of the Glen Arbor Arts Center. Tickets: $20 nonmembers, $18 for GAAC members, and people under age 18 are free. The concert venue is Lake Street Studios Studio Stage, 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. The rain location is Glen Arbor Town Hall, 6394 W. Western Avenue/M-22, Glen Arbor. For more information and to order tickets, go to GlenArborArt.org

Glen Lake Community Library Home Tour
2019-07-25 10:00 - 16:00 | MI, United States
Biennial Home Tour sponsored by Friends of the Glen Lake Library. Visit 5 lovely homes in our beautiful area encompassing different styles and locations. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased from members of the Glen Lake Garden Club, The Cottage Book Shop in Glen Arbor and the Glen Lake Community Library in Empire. Tickets will be available at the end of June. No ticket pre-sales and no ticket sales on the day of the tour. This tour goes to benefit our great library.

Horse and Wagon Tours
2019-07-25 15:00 - 16:00 | Port Oneida Heritage Center, 3164 W. Harbor Hwy., Maple City, Michigan, 49630
Clip Clop Back in Time

Experience the Port Oneida Historic District the way they did in the late 1800 to early 1900s – by horse and wagon! We’ll travel in the footsteps of the early pioneers down the back roads of Port Oneida where you’ll learn about the history of this significant agricultural community with rolling hills and 18 farmsteads.
Bring your family and friends for an activity that is relaxing, educational and memorable. Or, make it a romantic end to your perfect day before dinner.
Schedule
Tues. 4:30 & Thurs. 3:00 and 4:30
Starting Thursday, July 2 through Sept. 3
If you would like to pay for an entire wagon on a date please contact us. Weekends are not typically available.
Tours are approximately 1.25 hr

Donation: $20 per adult; $12 per child 4-12 Children 3 and under on laps are free
Reservations required – please call 231-334-6103.
PLEASE MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS EARLY! Register before 11 am the day of the ride to ensure we have enough people. Wagon holds 12 people. We need a minimum of 8 reservations to conduct the tour. Private rental rides can be arranged – call for details. Late registration may be available.
Park and meet at the Port Oneida Farms Heritage Center at the Charles Olsen farm 15 minutes before the tour begins.
Rates and Schedule subject to change. Reservations are held with credit card. Pay in cash or check on arrival. No refund for no-shows. Credit card will be charged for no-shows.

Beach Bards: July 26 2019
2019-07-26 20:00 - 22:00 | The Leelanau School, 1 Old Homestead Road, Glen Arbor, Michigan, 49636

Manitou Music: May Erlewine
2019-07-28 20:00 | Studio Stage at Lake Street Studios, 6023 Lake St., Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Sunday, July 28 May Erlewine | 8 pm
May Erlewine is a contemporary folk singer and songwriter based in Michigan whose pastoral, socially conscious music has won a sizable and growing following throughout the Midwest and beyond. Erlewine performs on Studio Stage as part of the Glen Arbor Arts Center’s Manitou Music series on Sunday, July 28, 8 pm.
Erlewine has a rich variety of musical influences, including blues, traditional folk, R&B, and bluegrass, which are recognizable elements of her own songs.
Manitou Music is a project of the Glen Arbor Arts Center. Tickets: $20 nonmembers, $18 for GAAC members, and people under age 18 are free. The concert venue is Lake Street Studios Studio Stage, 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. In the event of rain, the concert moves to the Glen Arbor Town Hall, 6394 W. Western Avenue/M-22, Glen Arbor. For more information and to order tickets, go to GlenArborArt.org

Port Oneida Auto Tours
2019-07-31 10:00 - 12:00 | Port Oneida Heritage Center, 3164 W. Harbor Hwy., Maple City, Michigan, 49630

The Port Oneida Community Inside & Out 7 pm
2019-07-31 19:00 - 20:30 | Port Oneida Heritage Center, 3164 W. Harbor Hwy., Maple City, Michigan, 49630
An evening tour when the sun is settling over this 19th century farm community and you’re looking for something different to end your day!
Learn the history of this 1800s agricultural community by exploring 4-5 of the 18 farmsteads with our tour guide. Poke inside some of the houses, barns, granaries and smokehouse. Car caravan to each farm. Meet at Port Oneida Farms Heritage Center/ Olsen farm, 3164 W. Harbor Hwy. (M-22) near Port Oneida Road, 4 miles N. of Glen Arbor. 1.5 -2 hrs. Donations Appreciated.
July 10 – August 21

Manitou Music: Réalta
2019-07-31 20:00 | Studio Stage at Lake Street Studios, 6023 Lake St., Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Wednesday, July 31 Réalta | 8 pm
Réalta make full use of the intricate melodies and driving rhythms that make Irish music so loved throughout the world. Réalta performs on dueling uilleann pipes, whistles, bodhrán, guitar, bouzouki, double bass and vocals on Studio Stage Wednesday, July 31, 8 pm as part of the Manitou Music series.
This award winning, Belfast-based band will lead the listener on a journey of music and song through the full range of the Irish tradition.
Manitou Music is a project of the Glen Arbor Arts Center. Tickets: $20 nonmembers, $18 for GAAC members, and people under age 18 are free. The concert venue is Lake Street Studios Studio Stage, 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. In the event of rain, the concert moves to the Glen Arbor Town Hall, 6394 W. Western Avenue/M-22, Glen Arbor. For more information and to order tickets, go to GlenArborArt.org

Plein Air Weekend: The Sundowner Aug 1 2019
2019-08-01 18:00 - 22:00 | MI
Painters from across Michigan and the Midwest converge on Glen Arbor August 1st-3rd for the Glen Arbor Arts Center’s 11th Plein Air Weekend. This annual event is highlighted by three outdoor painting competitions that offer participants both daytime and sundown events; and two exhibits of original work.
The Sundowner, an evening painting event, gets the Plein Air Weekend started on Thursday, August 1. The public is welcome to watch the artists in action. Finished Sundowner paintings will be on view and for sale at the Glen Arbor Town Hall, 6394 W. Western Avenue/M-22, on Friday, August 2, 5 – 6:30 pm.the Sundowner: Let’s call that 9 pm on August 1. Painters start to stake out their territory shortly after registering from 6-7 pm.
Linda Young, past Plein Air Weekend chairperson and museum educator retired from the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, will judge the paintings. There will be cash prizes. The event is free and open to the public. For information about all of the Glen Arbor Arts Center’s Plein Air Weekend events, go to GlenArborArt.org. Proceeds from the sale benefit the participating artist and the GAAC.
