Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

Michigan Reads! story hour
2017-03-16 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Detroit) | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Lisa Wheeler, author of the 2017 Michigan Reads children’s book “Bubble Gum, Bubble Gum”, will present a special preschool story hour at the Glen Lake Library. Lisa will bring her rollicking story to life with puppets, finger plays and singing. Her visit to Empire is part of a state-wide tour sponsored by the Library of Michigan.

Wine Tour And Winemaker Dinner
2017-03-11 | The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
You can find Leelanau county wines at New York restaurants and Parisian caves du vin. But can you find the vineyards when you’re visiting the area? Those country roads get confusing, and we definitely don’t recommend driving them after a glass (or three) of wine. That’s why The Homestead is happy to announce that we’ve teamed up with some of our friends to offer this special winter tour and tasting at four Leelanau County wineries followed by an evening wine dinner paired with Chef John Piombo’s food. Chef Piombo will do a “live” cooking demonstration for the five-course meal as we talk about the various wines, food and preparation techniques.
Call 231.334.5000 to register.

Empire Museum movie night
2017-03-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Empire Township Hall, 10088 W. Front Street, Empire, MI , Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Join us for a special program by the Empire Area Museum
On March 4th at 7PM at the Empire township Hall, we’ll enjoy a night of remembering the ole Empire Lumber Co. on this 100th anniversary of it’s final burning.
Please join us and bring friends!!

Winter Concert & Dance with Kathy Lamar & The Robin Connell Jazz Collection
2017-02-25 19:00 - 22:00 | Mountain Flowers Lodge at The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Road, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
An extension of our popular summer concert series, The Homestead is hosting a concert at Mountain Flowers Saturday, February 25 from 7pm to 10pm. This concert features Robin Connell on keyboards, Kathy Lamar as vocalist, Laurie Sears on saxaphone and flute, Neil Gordon on guitar and Mark Weymouth on drums. It’s a fun, lively group that’s is sure to be entertaining and enjoyable for all.
Tickets are sold in advance for $15 per person. Tickets will be sold at the door for $20 per person. Cash bar available.

Library Visioning Session
2017-02-25 10:30 - 12:00 | Empire United Methodist Church, 10050 W Michigan Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
The Glen Lake Library in Empire invites community members to attend this interactive workshop, helping shape a vision for the library as it develops a plan for building renovations and expansion. The discussion will be led by Steve Smith of TMP Architecture, who is conducting a space needs assessment for the library. The meeting will take place in the fellowship room of the church.

Mostly Music: Trio Jazz Volume 1
2017-02-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Trio Jazz Volume 1, a closer look at jazz and the popular songs that make up our national songbook, is the next installment of the Glen Arbor Art Association’s “Mostly Music” series, Sunday, Feb. 19, 7 p.m. at the Leelanau School Dining Hall in Glen Arbor. Tickets are $12, and available at the door or through the GAAA website: glenarborart.org.
This program features Traverse City pianist David Chown with Andy Evans on bass and Bob Foskett, the host of “Mostly Music,” on drums. This trio of musicians will explore, demonstrate and explain their approaches and interactions with jazz and popular standards.
For more information please call the GAAA, 231/334-6112.

Cooking Demonstration - Paella
2017-02-19 12:00 - 14:00 | The Homestead, Woodridge Road, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Nonna’s at The Homestead
A hearty paella is the ideal festive dish for a gathering of friends or family. Join Chef John Piombo of Nonna’s for a cooking demonstration, and you’ll learn how to prepare the perfect paella – and get to try some! Please call 231.334.5222 to reserve your spot.

Songs, Stories & S'mores
2017-02-18 17:30 - 20:30, 2016-12-29 17:30 - 20:30 | Mountain Flowers Lodge at The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Road, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Mountain Flowers Lodge at The Homestead
Join in on some good ‘ole fashioned family fun. Local folk musicians and story tellers host an evening of sing-a-long songs and story time at Mountain Flowers Lodge from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. We’ll also have the outdoor fireplace roaring for marshmallow roasting and s’mores.
Adults: $12; Children $9; Children under 5 years old are free.

2017 Glen Lake Winterfest
2017-02-18 07:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Join us for the Annual Glen Arbor Winterfest on Saturday, February 18, 2016! Festivities include the 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

Chili Cook-off
The Chili Cookoff, kicks off at Noon 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 2016 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!
There’s only one category: CHILI ! – however you define it!
All proceeds from this event go directly to the Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce’s 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.
DOWNLOAD: 2017 Chili Cook off entry form/rules

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Taste the Passion
2017-02-11 11:00 - 17:00 | Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail, 10781 E Cherry Bend Road, Studio 1, Traverse City, MI, 49684, United States
Winter Wonderland is here, and there’s “snow” much fun to be had along the trail! Gather your friends and embark on an adventure of snow-covered vineyards and sweet & savory bites paired with superb wine varieties. This fun-filled winter celebration along the trail takes place Saturday from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Tickets are $35 per person for both days and include a souvenir wine glass, delish Leelanau wine and food pairings, and snow-filled photo contests with super cool prizes. Whether you’re hand-in-hand with your valentine or traversing the trail with your gal pals, it’s sure to be an unforgettable blast!
Share the love! Post your favorite photos with the hashtags #leelanauwine and #snowfun for a chance to snag some winederful swag.

Cooking Demonstration: Gluten Free Dinner
2017-02-05 12:00 - 14:00 | The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Nonna’s at The Homestead
For those who enjoy gluten-free dining options, Chef John Piombo of Nonna’s will offer a cooking demonstration of a delicious gluten-free dinner. Back by popular demand, Chef Piombo’s cooking demonstrations provide a special opportunity for culinary enthusiasts to learn new skills, and, of course, savor a tasting! Please call 231.334.5222 to reserve your spot.

Winter Concert & Dance with Jazz North
2017-02-04 19:00 - 22:00 | Mountain Flowers Lodge at The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Road, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
An extension of our popular summer concert series, The Homestead is hosting a concert at Mountain Flowers Saturday, February 4 from 7pm to 10pm. The music and energy will be so inspiring you’ll have a hard time sitting still.
Jazz North is a “little” big band combining the best acoustic and electric jamz for all genres. The horn section gels with the rhythm section to perform everything from funk to swing to rhythm and blues. You’ll also hear some Latin, bebop, and rock. This seven piece band also throws in plenty of fresh original arrangements for a mix that’s delightful for listening and dancing! The experienced core musicians have played together for many years, creating a tight musical camaraderie that demonstrates their love for music and inspiring anyone with a toe to tap.
Advance tickets are $15 each or $20 at the door. Cash bar available. Call 231.334.5100 for advance tickets.

Super Soups Contest for National Homemade Soup Day
2017-02-04 11:00 - 15:00 | The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
What is your favorite soup? Is it bean with ham or perhaps tomato bisque, cheddar broccoli or chicken noodle? No matter your preference, you’re invited to celebrate National Homemade Soup Day on Saturday, February 4, 2017 at The Homestead’s “Super Soups” contest.
While homemade soup can be traced back to about 20,000 BC, the word “soup” likely comes from the French “soupe” or “sope” (meaning broth) which comes from Latin “suppa” (meaning “bread soaked in broth” – much as “sop” from Germanic sources). The word “restaurant” was first used in France in the 16th century, to refer to a highly-concentrated, inexpensive soup, sold by street vendors. In 1765, a Parisian entrepreneur opened a shop specializing in such soups, prompting the use of the modern word for eating establishments world-wide.
The Super Soups will run from 11am until 3pm, admission is $10 per person ($5 for seniors and children under 12 years of age) and includes unlimited 4-ounce samples of soup. Guests will also be given a ballot to vote on their favorite soups, with prizes awarded at the end of the day.
All proceeds from the cost of admission will go to Buckets of Rain, a Leelanau County-based organization founded in 2006 by local musician Chris Skellenger (a live entertainment regular at The Homestead). Buckets of Rain pioneered the use of gravity-fed, drip irrigation to help impoverished communities feed themselves in Lesotho, South Africa, as well as Kenya, Guatemala, Honduras and Belize.
Buckets of Rain has now focused its energies on the urban struggles in inner city Detroit. By repurposing 30 vacant lots into food production sites, they have provided hundreds of thousands of servings of vegetables, free of charge, to its partners and neighbors. Through the construction of urban gardens on abandoned city lots, Buckets of Rain has helped diminish urban blight, rekindle hope in struggling neighborhoods, bring fresh produce to the community and feed the homeless.

Mostly Music presents “The Big Bands Never Left…the Audience Went Somewhere Else”
2017-01-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Leelanau School, 1 Old Homestead Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Get behind the scenes with the “Mostly Music” series continuing in January 2017. The “Mostly Music” series is a winter extension of the Manitou Music Festival. “Mostly Music” is hosted by Bob Foskett, who programmed jazz radio in Chicago for 30 years and is now a DJ for Friday Morning Jazz at WNMC in Traverse City. Programs will be roughly 60% music, 40% discussion. There are programs in January, February, and March and if you enjoy watching and listening to live music, “Mostly Music” provides an opportunity to get some “behind-the-scenes” information too. Plus it’s another way to escape cabin fever in the throes of winter.

The first session of Mostly Music’s winter series is a lecture with recorded examples of the continuing metamorphosis of the jazz big band in American music. As American tastes in popular music changed in the 1950’s, the big bands, which were considered the core of American popular and dance music until then, seemed to be on their way to extinction.
However, creative musicians and changes in music education not only revived the big band concept, but nurtured it to the point that today there are more big bands playing jazz than during the heydays of the 30’s and 40’s….by at least a thousand fold! GAAA’s resident jazz nut Bob Foskett will trace and explain that development.

Cooking Demonstration: Mozzarella
2017-01-22 12:00 - 14:00 | The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Nonna’s at The Homestead
Caprese salad, pizza, veal parmesan…What do they share in common? Mozzarella cheese, of course! Have you ever wondered how mozzarella is made? Join Chef John Piombo for a cooking demonstration, and you’ll learn how to create your very own mozzarella from scratch. Includes a tasting. Please call 231.334.5222 to reserve your spot.

Sips & Soups
2017-01-21 12:00 - 17:00 | Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail, 10781 E Cherry Bend Road, Studio 1, Traverse City, MI, 49684, United States
Warm up your weekend with scrumptious soup and wine pairings along the trail on Saturday, January 21, 2017 from 12:00 to 5:00 pm. Experience the magic of our wineries covered in a glistening blanket of snow, while sipping savory soups, hearty chilis, and delicious Pinot Noirs, Rieslings, Chardonnays and more. Tickets to this SOUPer event are $20 and include a souvenir wine glass. In addition, $5 for each ticket sold is being donated the local food banks coordinated by Leelanau Christian Neighbors. Sips & Soups sold out in 2015 and 2016, so get your tickets right away! (Please note: after your featured food and wine pairing, standard tasting fees for each winery apply.) Sponsored by Baabaazuzu.

Z-93 Hum Z Ski Day
2017-01-20 14:00 - 23:00 | The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Join the folks from local radio station Z-93 for a Ski Day at The Homestead. They bring the notorious Hummer for the live remote and play the stations music while you glide down the slopes between 2pm – 5pm. What a great way for local kids and families enjoy the afternoon of a half day of school! Note: transportation via BATA bus is available from Glen Lake School to The Homestead for just $1.50 per one way.
Special Z-93 pricing:
Lift tickets $9 per person
Rental equipment $9 per person
Beppi’s 12″ cheese pizza and pop $9
Stay on to enjoy live entertainment at Beppi’s from 8-11pm.

Cooking Demonstration: Chef Aaron’s Hell’s Kitchen Schnitzel
2017-01-15 12:00 - 14:00 | The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Nonna’s at The Homestead
Join the Homestead’s Banquet Chef Aaron Smock, a contestant on season 16 of Hell’s Kitchen, for a cooking demonstration of his signature dish, pork schnitzel. You saw it on TV, and now you can try it in person and learn to make it at home! Winter and schnitzel – a match made in heaven. Please call 231.334.5222.

The Glen Arbor Art Association’s Talk About Art series with Kaz McCue this Sunday
2017-01-08 14:00 - 15:30 | Leelanau School, 1 Old Homestead Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
In the TALK ABOUT ART ® series, our host conducts live interviews with local and regional artists about their art making and thinking. These insightful interviews take place monthly, January-May, at no charge. Our current host, Norm Wheeler, recently retired from teaching Science and English for 32 years at the Leelanau School. He is the Director of the Lanphier Observatory, hosting public stargazing two nights a week in summer on Sleeping Bear Bay. The co-founder and continuing host of the Beach Bards Bonfire, a gathering for by heart poetry, storytelling, and music on Friday nights in high summer at the Leelanau School Beach. He also helped Crispin Campbell, Ben Bricker, and Tom Fordyce build the first stage behind the Lake St. Studio for the first season of the Manitou Music Festival many years ago. Admission is Free.
Kaz McCue has spent the past twenty-five years working in the arts as a visual artist, educator, curator, and arts administrator. He holds a BFA in photography from Parson’s School of Design and an MFA in mixed media from Long Island University/ C.W. Post Campus. Kaz has received numerous grants and awards and has exhibited his work nationally and internationally. As a curator, he has put together over 200 exhibitions and over 100 lectures and artist presentations. Kaz has taught at numerous universities, colleges and academies and has served in several arts administration positions.
As a professional, Kaz has dedicated his life to the arts. His enthusiasm and dedication has helped to define his career and his belief in the power of the arts has driven his commitment to participating in the process of the arts and mentoring young artists. Kaz is currently an Instructor of Visual Arts at the Leelanau School in Glen Arbor and he also serves as the Artistic Director at Michigan Legacy Art Park.

Cooking Demonstration: Fresh Pasta
2017-01-08 12:00 - 14:00 | The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Nonna’s at The Homestead
Homemade pasta adds an elegant touch to any Italian feast. Back by popular demand, Chef John Piombo of Nonna’s will offer an educational (and delicious!) cooking demonstration for those who wish to learn the art of pasta creation. $25 per person.

Gonzo's Bigg Dogg Brew Master Dinner
2017-01-07 17:00 - 21:00 | The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Nonna’s at The Homestead
The Homestead’s Chef, John Piombo and Gonzo’s Bigg Dogg Brew Master, Greg “Gonzo” Haner team up for an exclusive dinner that combines great beer with delicous food. Those of you who have experienced Nonna’s, know that Chef John has a passion for food. Like Chef, Greg “Gonzo” has a unique talent and love…but his is for craft beer and brewing. Gonzo’s BiggDogg Brewing in Kalamazoo was established in 2013 and has allowed him to share is passion with others.
Guests will enjoy Gonzo’s beer throughout the entire weekend at Beppi’s. But for an exclusive experience and an opportunity to meet Chef Piombo and Gonzo join us at Nonna’s on Saturday evening for a five course meal and beer pairings. Cost is $65 per person. Reservations are required. Call 231.334.5222.

Saturday Snowshoe Hikes
2017-01-07 13:00 - 2017-03-04 15:45 | Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, 9922 Front Street Highway M-72, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore will be hosting ranger-led snowshoe hikes every Saturday at 1:00 p.m. from January 7, 2017 through March 11, 2017.
Meet at the visitor center at 9922 Front St. Empire, MI. If you don’t have your own, snowshoes will be loaned at no charge. Participants need only purchase the park entrance pass or have an annual pass to join in the fun. Reservations are required whether you need to borrow snowshoes or have your own.
Ranger-led snowshoe hikes have a limit on the number of participants. Please call 231-326-4700, extension 5010, for details and to make reservations.

New Year's Eve Torchlight Parade and Live Entertainment at Beppi's
2016-12-31 19:30 | Beppi’s, The Homestead, Glen Arbor, 49636, United States
Celebrate the New Year by joining The Homestead’s Ski Patrol and Snow Sports teams in the Torchlight Parade. 30 minutes before the lifts close, we will take a run down Sweet Cicely slope with flameless torches. Anyone on skis or a snowboard can participate. Cost is free, must have a valid lift ticket and be able to ski Sweet Cicely in control.
Then ring in the New Year while enjoying live entertainment at Beppi’s, our pizzeria and sports bar!

Magic Show with Ben Whiting
2016-12-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Mountain Flowers Lodge at The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Road, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Mountain Flowers Lodge at The Homestead
With a career spanning from the Magic Castle in Los Angeles to New York’s Off-Broadway playhouses, Award-winning actor, playwright, and magician Ben Whiting is one of the world’s premiere entertainers. With corporate and private clients alike prizing his humor, originality, and ability to connect with an audience, Ben combines these things with world-class sleight of hand and mind reading to create an entertainment experience second to none.
Show happens at Mountain Flowers Lodge on Thursday, December 29th from 7–8 pm. Cost is $5 per person and $20 for a family of five or more. To learn more, visit http://www.benwhiting.com/. For tickets, contact 231.334.5100.

National Card Playing Day Euchre Tournament
2016-12-28 15:00 - 18:00 | The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Beppi’s at The Homestead
Did you know there was a National Card Playing Day? Well we did…and we’re celebrating with a Euchre Tournament. The special day falls just a few days after Christmas, when everybody needs a bit of a break and time to wind-down. What better way to relax than spending an afternoon playing some cards, meeting some new people and a little friendly competition?
Located at Beppi’s from 3-6pm. Beverages and food are available for purchase during play.

Songs, Stories & S'mores
2016-12-27 17:30 - 20:30 | Mountain Flowers Lodge at The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Road, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Join in on some good ‘ole fashioned family fun. Local folk musicians and story tellers host an evening of sing-a-long songs and story time at Mountain Flowers Lodge from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. We’ll also have the outdoor fireplace roaring for marshmallow roasting and s’mores.
Adults: $12; Children $9; Children under 5 years old are free.

Feast of Seven Fishes
2016-12-23 17:00 - 21:00 | The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Nonna’s at The Homestead
Celebrated around the world on Christmas Eve, the Feast of Seven Fishes is known as La Vigilia, Italian for “The Vigil” in wait of the midnight Christmas birth. A Southern Italian tradition, the menu consists of fish and pasta with a fasting from meat for the Roman Catholic holiday. The numerology represents the seven sacraments and seven days of creation. Chef Piombo offers his interpretation of this celebrated meal albeit one week early, putting history and tradition together on one table with his favorite seven fishes.
Advance reservations required. Call 231.334.5222.

Sleeping Bear Dunes Centennial Film Festival
2016-12-17 12:00 - 14:30 | Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, 9922 Front Street Highway M-72, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Rangers and staff at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore will be presenting short films from a number of National Park Service sites December 17th at 12:00pm. This two day film festival will be the final event in our centennial celebration of the National Park Service.
The National Park Service will be finishing out the 2016 centennial year with 413 individual park sites. These sites encompass some of the most beautiful and important natural, cultural and historical resources in the United States. Explore some of these treasured places in a series of National Park Service Films, each film a reflection of a different national park or national heritage location from around the country. The festival will be held December 17th at the Phillip A. Hart Visitor Center in Empire, MI, starting at 12:00 pm and lasting approximately 2 ½ hours. There is no charge for this program and visitors are welcome to watch as many or few films as they like.

Winter Songs & Carols
2016-12-09 19:30 - 21:00 | Leelanau School, 1 Old Homestead Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Local chamber ensemble Manitou Winds will present an encore performance of their annual Winter Songs & Carols concert on Friday, December 9, at 7:30 p.m. As part of the Glen Arbor Art Association’s Manitou Music Festival, the concert will be held at The Leelanau School in Glen Arbor. Admission is also free, and a freewill offering will be collected to benefit music and art programs at The Leelanau School.
Songs of Advent, winter solstice, and Christmas will intertwine with poetry and prose, setting a reflective mood to kick off the holiday season. Five musicians, nine different instruments will create a colorful collage of musical textures and styles. Two guest vocalists— Christy Burich and Emily Curtin Culler—will join the ensemble for five of the songs.
In their final collaboration for the year, Frankfort artist Ellie Harold will partner with the ensemble. Ellie will display a special exhibition of works inspired by the concert theme at the concert venue.
