Kids Halloween Party in Empire
2018-10-31 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Detroit) | Empire Township Hall, 10088 W. Front Street, Empire, MI , Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Join us for a spook-tacuar Halloween party! Dress up in your finest, your scariest or your funniest costumes!

Wed, October 31 from 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Kids Halloween Party at the Empire Township Hall,
Empire, MI 49630
Halloween Party for all children in the Empire Community Area
Sponsored By The Empire Area Community Center.

Little Artists
2018-11-02 09:30 - 11:00, 2018-11-09 09:30 - 11:00, 2018-11-16 09:30, 2018-11-30 09:30 - 11:00, 2018-12-07 09:30 - 11:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Parents and Caregivers are invited to “Little Artists,” a program designed towards pre-school age children and includes interactive, process-based projects that nurture natural creativity. Each session is hosted at the Glen Arbor Arts Center and includes a story, snack, multiple stations to explore and features a unique interactive, hands-on project. Instructor Michelle Aucello guides parents and children to work together to to create an amazing seasonally inspired or holiday themed project to take-home each session. Each class is 90 minutes on select Friday mornings, which also includes a small snack.
“Little Artists” is a drop-in program is $15 per child/adult, and $5 for any additional children. Non-participating infants less than 1 year are welcome at no charge. For additional information, please call the GAAC at 231/334-6112

Michelle Aucello is an educator with 26 years of experience. Michelle taught first and second grade in Honolulu, Hawaii for 13 years as well as classes on Early Literacy at the University of Hawaii. Michele also worked with Honolulu Family Magazine as a contributor, blogging about food and crafts and providing educational tips for parents. In 2017 Michelle successfully developed a new program for the GAAC called Little Artists which explores creative projects for preschool children and their parents/caregivers.

Holiday Marketplace Preview Party
2018-11-23 18:15 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
Friday November 23rd, 2018
Tree Lighting & Caroling | 6:15pm | Event on Facebook
Holiday Market Preview Party | 6:30-8pm | Event on Facebook
at the Glen Arbor Township Hall
Glen Arbor’s Annual Tree Lighting, (located outside in front of the Glen Arbor Town Hall), happens promptly at 6:15pm. NEW this year, we’ll have professionally led Caroloing as well. Bundle up and bring the family out for some holiday cheer, with donuts provided by Art’s Tavern.
The Holiday Market “Preview Party” is located inside the Town Hall immediately following the tree lighting. Mingle, shop and get first picks of all the artisan goods during the Holiday Marketplace preview party, from 6:30-8pm!
A variety of lovely Holiday Greenery is also for sale at this event.
No admission fee, Open to the Public.

> Plus, Shop the Holiday Marketplace on Saturday from 10am-3:30pm
#eatlocal #shopsmall #HolidayMarket #theholidays #thingstodo #familyfriendly #Christmastime #Leelanau #winter #caroling #treelighting #glenarbor

Glen Arbor Holiday Marketplace
2018-11-24 10:00 - 15:30 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
Shop an amazing breadth of handcrafted, locally made goods from 30+ Artisans during the Glen Arbor Holiday Marketplace.
Saturday, November 24th 2018 from 10am – 3:30pm at the Glen Arbor Township Hall.
Event on Facebook

Also featuring a variety of beautiful Holiday Greenery for sale!!!

Meet Santa & Mrs. Claus from 11am-1:30pm. They will be at the Glen Arbor Holiday Market with some little toys and goodies! Bring the kids and your own camera for some great photo opportunities and fun.

NEW this year:
During the event, visit and shop additional artists located at these nearby locations:
• M22 Glen Arbor, • Northwoods Home & Gift and • Art’s Tavern Annex.

Questions? Artisans/Vendors may contact Patricia, our event organizer, at: patricia@glenarborbnb.com / 847.570.4891
Open to the public. No admission fee.

> Don’t Miss the Holiday Marketplace Preview Party on Friday the 23rd with Tree Lighting and Caroling from 6:15-8pm

Did you know?
This Saturday is also the national #shopsmall Saturday, presented by American Express. Enjoy the benefits of local shops and restaurants that participate!

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Little Artists
2018-12-14 09:30 - 11:00 | Michigan

Shop & Sweets Sunday
2018-12-23 11:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
The Inaugural Shop & Sweets Sunday to take place Sunday, Dec. 23rd, from 11 am – 3 pm in Glen Arbor.
Introducing a new event to bring some extra holiday cheer to Glen Arbor during the final shopping days of the holiday season. Do some last minute shopping throughout town and find some sweet entertainment for young ones! From 11-3 on Sunday, Dec. 23 participating businesses will have family & kid-friendly activities like: Cookie Decorating, Hot Cocoa, Smore’s and other sweets to share with shoppers.
Participating Businesses include:
•Cottage Book Shop, •M22 Glen Arbor, •Coastal, •Art’s Tavern, •Cherry Republic, •The Sportsman Shop, •Riverfront Pizza & Specialties, •Glen Arbor Wines, •Becky Thatcher Designs
Event on Facebook

If your business would like to participate, please email katy@crystalriveroutfitters.com by December 10th to be included the promoting of this event.

Little Artists: Jan 11
2019-01-11 09:30 - 11:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636

Little Artists: Jan 25
2019-01-25 09:30 - 11:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636

Little Artists: Feb 8
2019-02-08 09:30 - 11:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636

Glen Lake Winterfest 2019
2019-02-16 07:00 - 15:00 | Boonedocks, 5858 Manitou Vw, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Join us for the annual Glen Lake Winterfest, Presidents Day Weekend: Saturday, February 16th, 2019! Festivities include a Perch Fishing/Contest + Chili Cook-Off.

Perch Fishing Contest
Festivities start at 7am with the beginning of the Perch Fishing Contest, with prizes for 1st through 4th place catches. All participants will bring their biggest catches from Big and Little Glen Lake to the Sportsman Shop at 1pm, and winners will then be crowned. Entry fee for this event is $20, and all ages are welcome.
DOWNLOAD: Fishing Contest Entry Form.PDF

Chili Cook-off
Organized by Administered by Glen Lake Schools, the Chili Cook-off, kicks off at 12 Noon, hosted at Boonedocks in Glen Arbor. Entrants will compete to earn chili bragging rights. 1st through 5th Place winners, as determined by popular vote, receive a plaque commemorating the Chili Cook-off. Get there early for a seat inside Boonedocks. Dress warm and join us out on the deck for a winter-time party! Plenty of heaters, drinks, music, family, friends and chili to keep you warm!
DOWNLOAD: 2019 Chili Cook-off Entry Form.PDF

There’s only one category: CHILI ! – however you define it!

Proceeds from this event are given to the Glen Lake Schools Scholarship Fund. This is a family friendly event, just be sure to dress warmly! If you’d like to participate, the entry fee is $25 per chili. Winners will be crowned as the event wraps up around 3pm.
Admission is $10 per person, which includes unlimited chili samples. $5 Admission for Seniors, over 70, and kids, 12 and under.

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RSVP, stay updated and Invite your friends and family via our Event on Facebook.

Sponsors
This is community event generously organized and funded by:
Art’s Tavern
Boonedocks Glen Arbor
The Sportsman Shop

RESULTS

Thank you to all who participated. We appreciate your delicious efforts! It was another great event. The voters have spoken and the 2019 Winterfest Chili Cook-Off bragging rights go to the following:

1. Pleva’s Meats

2. Boonedocks

3. Art’s Tavern Glen Arbor

4. Anderson’s Glen Arbor Market

5. Bear Paw

Perch Fishing Contest results:

1st Place: Matt Rice with a 13.75″

2nd place tied: Nick Rice with 13.5″ catch
2nd place tied: Bill Bailey with a catch of 13.5″

3rd place to Tera Novak with a 13.25″ catch

Little Artists: Feb 22
2019-02-22 09:30 - 11:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636

Little Artists: March 1
2019-03-01 09:30 - 11:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636

Little Artists: March 15
2019-03-15 09:30 - 11:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636

FREE Community Dinner
2019-03-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Empire Township Hall, 10088 W. Front Street, Empire, MI , Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Wednesday, March 20th
6:00 PM, Empire Township Hall
Soup will be provided.
Optional: Bring a dish to pass.

Bring a friend or neighbor who needs a ride, is confined, needs companionship, or just needs a fun night out.
Families and young children welcome.

Sponsored by: Empire Area Community Center, EACC

Larry "Doc" Probes in concert
2019-03-31 16:00 - 18:00 | Little Traverse Inn, 149 E Harbor Hwy, Maple City, MI, 49664, United States
Larry “Doc’ Probes plays a live musical concert on Sunday, March 31st, 2019 from 4 – 6pm at Little Traverse Inn on M-22.

Little Artists: April 12
2019-04-12 09:30 - 11:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636

Easter Brunch Buffet
2019-04-21 11:00 - 15:00 | Cherry Public House, 6026 South Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Join us for our Easter Brunch Buffet at Cherry Public House in Glen Arbor on April 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
-MENU-
Adults = $29.99 and Children 12 and under = $9.99
Baked Marinated Pork Loin with Spiced Cherry Chutney
Roasted Sweet Potato with Montmorency Cherries & Granny Smith Apples
Toasted Farro Grains in a Fresh Vegetable Blend
Baked Shoulder Bacon & Basil Quiche
Fresh Baked Biscuits & Sausage Gravy
Vegetable Frittata
Fresh Fruit Tray
Baked Assorted Cherry Pies
*Please note that their regular menu will not be available on Easter.*

Exposures: Leelanau student's art reception
2019-04-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Michigan
The Glen Arbor Arts Center celebrates the 31 st edition of Exposures, an annual exhibition of creative work of nearly 100 Leelanau County students in grades k – 12. A reception to honor the exhibitors is Thursday, April 25, 4 – 6 pm in the GAAC gallery.
Exposures is a cooperative venture that spotlights the creative talents of students from Leelanau County public and private schools, home-school students; and the elementary-age students in the GAAC’s After School Art program. The exhibition recognizes the creative talents of students who were selected by jury to be published in Exposures, the Leelanau County student journal. Each published student receives a free copy of the magazine and additional copies will be for sale at the GAAC for $5.
The exhibition is open to the public, and runs until April 28. The GAAC gallery is open Monday through Friday 9 am – 3 pm and noon – 4 pm on Sundays. For more information go to GlenArborArt.org

Little Artists: April 26
2019-04-26 09:30 - 11:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636

Yarn Bomb Maker Day
2019-04-28 13:00 - 15:00 | 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.

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

Yarn Bomb Maker Day #2
2019-05-19 13:00 - 15:00 | 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, May 19, 1 – 3 pm at the GAAC, 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. This is one of several Makers Days leading up to a September 15 yarn bombing/installation at the GAAC.
Yarn bomb-making is a no-fail, friendly community event for people of any needle skill. It’s 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. Maker Days are a time to knit + crochet “bombs” with other needle crafters. Please bring: your needles, craft yarn, old wool sweaters and scarves that no one wears, yarn sewing needles. Don’t knit or crochet? We’ll have old sweaters that can be turned into “bombs.” 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

Fairy House Building
2019-05-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
The Glen Arbor Arts Center offers a fairy house building day Sunday, May 26, 1 – 3 pm at the GAAC, 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. Instructor Michelle Auchello leads the workshop. Cost is $20 per fairy house.
Families are encouraged to build a fairy house together. Glue guns will be used, so children under the age of 10 should bring an adult to assist them. Natural materials including sticks, moss, stones, bark, wood, and glass beads will be provided. Participants are invited to bring their own. No plastic, please.
Pre-registration is required. Go to GlenArborArt.org and click on CLASSES; or call 231/334-6112. The GAAC is open Monday-Friday 9 am – 3 pm.

Annual Plow Day: Poor Farm Barn
2019-05-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Poor Farm, Maple City, 49664
A Plow Day groundbreaking ceremony and celebration of National Historic Preservation Month will take place at the Leelanau County Poor Farm Barn in Myles Kimmerly Park near Maple City event rescheduled for Sunday, May 26th from 1-3pm.
Participate in the historical reenactment of draft horses plowing the second Buckets of Rain garden at the Poor Farm. There will be a harness demonstration narrated by Tom Cyr of Black Horse Farm. Susan Zenker of Fantail Farms, and Kathy Shutt of Big Butt Farms, both from Benzonia, provide the teams of horses and do the plowing and disking of the 5,000 square-foot garden. A horse-driven wagon ride will also take place.
Chris Skellenger, director of Buckets of Rain, a nonprofit dedicated to “growing hope and feeding lives, one garden at a time,” will speak on the success of last year’s first garden. Steve Stier, president of the Leelanau County Historic Preservation Society, will update the recent barn rehabilitation.
Tom Ulrich, deputy superintendent, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, will share the importance of historic preservation in Leelanau County.
Barbara Siepker will introduce the inaugural book signing of Historic Leelanau: Recognized Places and Sites of Historical Significancewith authors Chris Byron and Tom Wilson.
Last year’s plowing event was a success and a celebration of the Save the Poor Farm Barn group who received a 25-year lease from the county. Under the auspices of Leelanau County Historic Preservation Society, the group has completed the cement pouring of the east wall, the first step in rehabilitating the barn to its original stature and to provide public education and service to the Leelanau community. Volunteers are being sought to assist in planting and maintaining the Buckets of Rain garden. Garden produce will be distributed to the needy.
This two-hour event is free and open to the public. Bring children to pet the horses and have a ride in the horse-driven wagon; bring a lawn chair and sign up on their follower’s list; volunteer; and make a $20 donation to receive a gift book.

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
