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Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
How far can you spit a cherry pit? Find out at our Olympic Size Spit Arena. Pits provided.
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Sprout: July 2nd
Sprout: July 2nd
Tuesdays at M22 Glen Arbor from 10am-12pm, June 25 thru August 13 Introducing Sprout, a pop-up art depot for kids of all ages. Kids can create while adults shop and sip in the CRO Recreational District. Each week we will offer activities based on this beautiful area. Cost: $15 per kid for two make-and-take activities plus
$15
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Cherry Republic: Cherry Pie Eating Competition
Cherry Republic: Cherry Pie Eating Competition
How fast can you eat a slice of cherry pie? How fast without your hands or a fork? Give it a try at our Cherry Pie Eating Competition!
Free
1 event,
NMC Concert Band July 3
NMC Concert Band July 3
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
Free
3 events,
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4th of July Parade in Glen Arbor
4th of July Parade in Glen Arbor
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.
Free
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Glen Lake Boat Parade
Glen Lake Boat Parade
Thursday, July 4th, 2019 @4pm ~ Glen Lake Boat Parade All boats Welcome, the more the merrier! Boat Decorations encouraged but not required! Meet in front of the Glen Lake Yacht Club Follow the “On The Narrows Marina” lead boat along the shore of Glen Lake through the bridge and Little Glen and back .
Free
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Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
How far can you spit a cherry pit? Find out at our Olympic Size Pit Spit Arena. Pits provided.
Free
2 events,
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Pancake Breakfast
Pancake Breakfast
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
Free – $8
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Story time at Cottage Book Shop: Mon July 8
Story time at Cottage Book Shop: Mon July 8
Author Katharine Robey will be at Storytime on Monday July 8 at Cottage Book Shop in Glen Arbor. Katharine will read from and tell us about her new book, Sleeping Bear Wakes Up. Robey's book, illustrated by Julie Copiz, gets children thinking, imagining their own stories, crafting different endings to well-worn legends, contemplating unending love
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Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
How far can you spit a cherry pit? Find out at our Olympic Size Pit Spit Arena. Pits provided.
Free
2 events,
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Sprout: July 9
Sprout: July 9
Tuesdays at M22 Glen Arbor from 10am-12pm, June 25 thru August 13 Introducing Sprout, a pop-up art depot for kids of all ages. Kids can create while adults shop and sip in the CRO Recreational District. Each week we will offer activities based on this beautiful area. Cost: $15 per kid for two make-and-take activities plus
$15
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Cherry Republic: Cherry Pie Eating Competition
Cherry Republic: Cherry Pie Eating Competition
How fast can you eat a slice of cherry pie? How fast without your hands or a fork? Give it a try at our Cherry Pie Eating Competition!
Free
1 event,
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Story time at Cottage Book Shop: July 10
Story time at Cottage Book Shop: July 10
Author Patty Brozo will be at Story time on July 10 at Cottage Book Shop in Glen Arbor. Patty will read from her book Miss Pinkeltink’s Purse, and offer book signing. A story about A warm-hearted homeless woman finds a home. From its humorous opening through its sad midpoint and uplifting end, Miss Pinkeltink's story shines a
Free
1 event,
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Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
How far can you spit a cherry pit? Find out at our Olympic Size Pit Spit Arena. Pits provided.
Free
2 events,
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PLUS PLUS toy building Days
PLUS PLUS toy building Days
PLUS PLUS Days Friday July 12 and 26 at 11:30 a.m. at Cottage Book Shop in Glen Arbor. Made in Denmark, this hot new building toy is tons of fun, join us to build your own creation and take it home. We will begin this event after Story time. For children 2 and up.
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Beach Bards: July 12
Beach Bards: July 12
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
Free
2 events,
Dune Climb Concert | Bumpus July 14
Dune Climb Concert | Bumpus July 14
Bumpus and their powerful brand of soul music rocks the Sleeping Bear Dunes at the next Manitou Music series concert on Sunday, July 14, 7 pm. This Chicago group channels the uplifting energy of Sly & the Family Stone, the energy of James Brown and the reflective cool of Marvin Gaye. Led by singers James
Free
1 event,
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Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
How far can you spit a cherry pit? Find out at our Olympic Size Pit Spit Arena. Pits provided.
Free
2 events,
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Sprout: July 16
Sprout: July 16
Tuesdays at M22 Glen Arbor from 10am-12pm, June 25 thru August 13 Introducing Sprout, a pop-up art depot for kids of all ages. Kids can create while adults shop and sip in the CRO Recreational District. Each week we will offer activities based on this beautiful area. Cost: $15 per kid for two make-and-take activities plus
$15
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Cherry Republic: Cherry Pie Eating Competition
Cherry Republic: Cherry Pie Eating Competition
How fast can you eat a slice of cherry pie? How fast without your hands or a fork? Give it a try at our Cherry Pie Eating Competition!
Free
3 events,
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Port Oneida Auto Tours
Port Oneida Auto 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.
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48th Annual Glen Arbor Art Fair
48th Annual Glen Arbor Art Fair
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
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Story Time at Cottage Book Shop: July 17
Story Time at Cottage Book Shop: July 17
Author Sarah Ogan will join us for Story time, Book Signing and Craft on July 17 at Cottage Book Shop in Glen Arbor. Featuring her book, The Lake Mermaid. The historic tale of young Ottawa girl who discovers something amazing right here, in the forests around Sleeping Bear Dunes. Her whole-hearted spirit helps to release
Free
2 events,
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Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
How far can you spit a cherry pit? Find out at our Olympic Size Pit Spit Arena. Pits provided.
Free
1 event,
Empire Anchor Days
Friday & Saturday, July 19th & 20th EMPIRE AREA COMMUNITY CENTER brings their annual "Anchor Day" activities to kids, families, community members and visitors.
Free – $20
2 events,
Manitou Music: Jazz North
Manitou Music: Jazz North
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
Free – $20
1 event,
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Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
How far can you spit a cherry pit? Find out at our Olympic Size Pit Spit Arena. Pits provided.
Free
3 events,
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Running Bear Run/Walk 2019
Running Bear Run/Walk 2019
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
$5 – $20
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Sprout: July 23
Sprout: July 23
Tuesdays at M22 Glen Arbor from 10am-12pm, June 25 thru August 13 Introducing Sprout, a pop-up art depot for kids of all ages. Kids can create while adults shop and sip in the CRO Recreational District. Each week we will offer activities based on this beautiful area. Cost: $15 per kid for two make-and-take activities plus
$15
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Cherry Republic: Cherry Pie Eating Competition
Cherry Republic: Cherry Pie Eating Competition
How fast can you eat a slice of cherry pie? How fast without your hands or a fork? Give it a try at our Cherry Pie Eating Competition!
Free
2 events,
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Story Time at Cottage Book Shop: July 24
Story Time at Cottage Book Shop: July 24
Author Tony Steeno will be at Story time on July 24 at Cottage Book Shop in Glen Arbor. Tony will read from his book Beyond the Lighthouse, Over the Mountains and offer book signing. Three friends embark upon a hero's journey, questing for a distant treasure. The way is arduous and fraught with peril, yet
Manitou Music: Ruth and Max Bloomquist
Manitou Music: Ruth and Max Bloomquist
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
Free – $20
2 events,
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Horse and Wagon Tours
Horse and Wagon Tours
Experience the Port Oneida Historic District the way they did in the late 1800 to early 1900s – by horse and wagon! $20 adults; $12 ages 4-12. Please try to reserve no later than 11 am the day of the tour.
12$ – 20$
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Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
How far can you spit a cherry pit? Find out at our Olympic Size Pit Spit Arena. Pits provided.
Free
1 event,
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Beach Bards: July 26 2019
Beach Bards: July 26 2019
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
Free
2 events,
Manitou Music: May Erlewine
Manitou Music: May Erlewine
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,
Free – $20
2 events,
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Mornings in the Garden 9:30 – 11 am
Mornings in the Garden 9:30 – 11 am
Drop in and learn from our Master Gardeners about heirloom plants, companion planting, and more in our vegetable and perennial gardens.
$12 – $20
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Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
How far can you spit a cherry pit? Find out at our Olympic Size Pit Spit Arena. Pits provided.
Free
2 events,
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Sprout: July 30
Sprout: July 30
Tuesdays at M22 Glen Arbor from 10am-12pm, June 25 thru August 13 Introducing Sprout, a pop-up art depot for kids of all ages. Kids can create while adults shop and sip in the CRO Recreational District. Each week we will offer activities based on this beautiful area. Cost: $15 per kid for two make-and-take activities plus
$15
-
Cherry Republic: Cherry Pie Eating Competition
Cherry Republic: Cherry Pie Eating Competition
How fast can you eat a slice of cherry pie? How fast without your hands or a fork? Give it a try at our Cherry Pie Eating Competition!
Free
4 events,
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Port Oneida Auto Tours
Port Oneida Auto Tours
Out of the Ordinary Historic Driving Tours Guided by Retired Ranger Bill Herd
Explore historic structures in the park that are not as well known. 2.5 hrs.
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Where’s Waldo Local Celebration
Where’s Waldo Local Celebration
Where’s Waldo Local Celebration | Wednesday, July 31 at 11:30 a.m. Join us for the culmination of the month long search for Waldo in Glen Arbor. We will have activities, snacks and prizes, we might even find Waldo! During the month of July the Cottage Book Shop will join over 250 booksellers around the county
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The Port Oneida Community Inside & Out 7 pm
The Port Oneida Community Inside & Out 7 pm
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!
1 event,
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Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
Cherry Republic: Pit Spit Competition
How far can you spit a cherry pit? Find out at our Olympic Sized Pit Spit Arena. Pits provided.
Free
1 event,
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Port Oneida Run/Walk 5K, 10, Kid's Dash
Port Oneida Run/Walk 5K, 10, Kid's Dash
PORT ONEIDA RUN/WALK - Choose from 3 beautiful courses in the National Park! Flat and Fast 5K, Hilly 5K, and Tiller's 10K. Fundraiser for Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore's preservation partner - helping to preserve its historic buildings and landscapes.
$30 – $35
2 events,
Manitou Music: Chatham Rabbits
Manitou Music: Chatham Rabbits
Sunday, August 4 Chatham Rabbits | 8pm The Chatham Rabbits hop onto the Studio Stage on Sunday, August 4, 8 pm in the next Manitou Music concert. Austin McCombie and Sarah Osborne crossed paths in 2013 when he spotted her onstage opening for Mandolin Orange. He didn't know much about old-time music and she didn't
Free – $20
