Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

Super Soups Contest for National Homemade Soup Day
2017-02-04 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Detroit) | 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.

Songs, Stories & S'mores
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.

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.

Chamber Board meeting - December 6th
2016-12-06 16:00 - 17:30 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
Chamber Board members meet once a month, at 4:00pm in the Glen Arbor Township Hall (unless noted otherwise), typically scheduled for the 1st Tuesday of the month. These meetings are closed to Board members only.
2016 Glen Lake Chamber Board Meeting Dates
January 12
February 2
March 1
April 5
May 3
June 7
July 5
August 2
September 6
October 4
November 1
December 6

Useful Link:
View our Member meeting dates for 2016, Open to the Community

READERS’ THEATER: THE BISHOP’S WIFE
2016-12-02 19:30 - 21:00 | Glen Lake Community Reformed Church, 4902 W MacFarlane Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Auditions are over and Director, Teddy House, has selected an outstanding cast for her holiday production of GAAA Readers’ Theater, <i>The Bishop’s Wife</i>. It’s a tale of a bishop’s struggles at Christmas-time to build a cathedral. While working to raise money for this mighty edifice, the relationships with his family suffer. When an angel, Dudley, is sent to help the bishop, Henry, really wonders what this charming Dudley was sent to help with. Will Henry’s love for his family be mended, or will an angel win out?
The cast has Brian Iler as the angel, Dudley, Pete LaPlaca as the bishop Jean Jenkins, as the bishop’s wife, Karen Ford as Madame Professor and Matilda. Rhonda Richards as Mrs. Hamilton, Jan Ross as Mr. Magenti, Debby and Mrs. Martin, Rob McWatt as the blind man and the cab driver,Sylvester. Dorothy Wepking will play Miss Cassaway and Miss Stevens, and the assistant director, Susan McConnell is also our Narrator.

The Bishop’s Wife Cast
The curtain goes up for the show Friday and Saturday, December 2 & 3, 2016 at 7:30pm, at the Glen Lake Community Reformed Church at 4902 W. MacFarlane Rd. in Glen Arbor.
As always, performances are free and reservations are suggested, please email: gaaareaderstheater@gmail.com.

Holiday Marketplaces 2016
2016-11-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
Saturday, November 26th, 2016
Glen Arbor | Marketplace open from 10am – 4pm
in the Glen Arbor Township Hall
Shop 30 vendors providing locally made artisan goods at the Glen Arbor Holiday Marketplace. During the market from 12-2:30pm – Meet Santa & Mrs. Claus! They will be at the Glen Arbor Holiday Marketplace with some little toys and goodies! Bring the kids and your camera for some great fun and photo opportunities.

(If you are a vendor or artisan and have any questions, please contact Patricia at patricia@glenarborbnb.com / 847.570.4891)
Empire | Marketplace open from 11am – 5pm
in the Empire Township Hall
The annual happenings are presented in tandem.
Empire showcases nearly 20 artisan vendors including: handcrafted jewelry and tile works, delicious foods and candies, paintings and stunning photographs, designer cards, holiday ornaments and wreaths, beautiful knitwear and hand-made goods.
There are different artisans at each market and plenty of time in the day to shop both!
No admission fee for any event, and open to the Public.
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!

Related Events:
• “Better than Black Friday PJ Party” in Glen Arbor on Nov. 25th
• Tree Lighting & Caroling, plus the Holiday Market Preview Party on Friday Night, Nov. 25th
Quick Links:
• Find other Things to Do while you’re in Leelanau
• Browse the area Business Directory
#eatlocal #shopsmall #HolidayMarket #GlenArbor #thingstodo #familyfriendly #santaclaus #kids #winter #Christmastime

Tree Lighting, Caroling & Holiday Market preview Party!
2016-11-25 18:30 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
Tree Lighting, Caroling & Holiday Market preview party
Friday, November 25th, 2016 | 6:30pm – 8pm
at the Glen Arbor Township Hall
Glen Arbor’s annual Tree Lighting and Caroling, located outside in front of the Town Hall, off of M-22/Western Ave. in downtown Glen Arbor happens promptly at 6:45pm.
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 7-8pm!

> The Holiday Market
#eatlocal #shopsmall #HolidayMarket #GlenArbor #thingstodo #familyfriendly #Christmastime #Leelanau #winter

PJ Party Shopping Event | Glen Arbor
2016-11-25 05:00 - 08:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Kick off the weekend Friday morning November 25th 2016 from 5 – 8am, with Glen Arbor’s traditional Annual PJ Party: A wonderfully stylish version of Day-After-Thanksgiving shopping. Shops and Restaurants may each hold their own hours of participation. Check with individuals for opening times.
Wander boutique and specialty shops in your PJ’s for extra discounts on clothing, gourmet foods, household decor, Michigan/USA Made products, locally made gifts, Art, Jewelry, Toys and More!
Bring your family and friends, grab coffee, baked goods and breakfast or lunch while in Glen Arbor that morning, too.
Following, Friday evening is the Tree Lighting and Holiday Market Preview party at the Town Hall. Then, on Saturday #shopsmall in town and get local artisan made goods and gifts at both Empire and Glen Arbor’s Holiday Marketplaces!
Participating shops, with special hours and deals will be open during this event:
Becky Thatcher | 5-7am
Northwoods Hardware | 5 – 8am
Northwoods Home & Gift | 5am
M22 & The Cyclery | 5am
Petoskey Petes | 6 – 8am
Cottage Book Shop | 6:30 – 8:30am
Art’s Tavern & T-Shirt Shop | 5am
Leelanau Coffee Roasters | 5am
The Yarn Shop
Cherry Republic
Rocky’s at The Homestead | 8am – 2pm
Bay Wear | 5am
View, download and print PDF of Participating Merchants flyer & weekend festivities.

Toast the Season
2016-11-12 11:00 - 2016-11-13 18:00, 2016-11-05 11:00 - 2016-11-06 18:00
November 5-6 OR 12-13, 2016
11 to 5 pm Saturday, 12 to 5 pm Sunday
$50 per person, $75 per couple

Celebrate the upcoming holiday season enjoying local wine and delicious fare along the Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail. Each year in November, enjoy tasting and touring during one of two consecutive weekends – November 5 and 6 or November 12 and 13, 2016. Tickets are $75 for couples or $50 for singles and include a featured wine and food pairing at 25 wineries, a souvenir wine glass and the wildly popular holiday gift. Take a self-guided tour through the tasting rooms between the hours of 11:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturday and noon to 5:00 pm on Sunday.

Plein Air Painters of Northwest Michigan
2016-11-01 10:00 - 2017-01-02 17:00 | City Opera House, 106 E. Front Street, Traverse City, MI, 49684, United States
Plein Air Painters of NW Michigan will be exhibiting over 100 paintings at the historic City Opera House. The opening reception will be held on Wednesday, November 2 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a secondary reception being held in conjunction with Ladies Shopping Night downtown on Thursday, December 8 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be served and both receptions are free and open to the public. There will be works in a variety of mediums, oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pastel. Paintings are priced for holiday shopping and most will be $300.00 or less. A percentage of each sale benefits the City Opera House. Hours are Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and also open during ticketed evening and weekend shows.

Halloween ~ Trick or Treating in Glen Arbor
2016-10-30 12:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Join us on Sunday October 30th 2016, just before Halloween, from 12-4pm for a fun afternoon of trick or treating in downtown Glen Arbor! Dress up in your Halloween finest and bring the whole family for treats from all participating businesses. This is a wonderful event, open to the public, and free for all to enjoy!
Beyond trick or treating, it’s a great time of year to shop off-season sales, get some locally sourced holiday gifts and dine at a variety of eateries.
Enjoy plenty of family-friendly recreation from a simple hike in the National Park, take a bike ride on the new section of the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, play at the Glen Arbor community park, or take a relaxing scenic drive.

Event photos provided by Bob Ashmun © Ashmun Portrait Art ~ Thank you. Please contact for permission to use.

#halloween #trickortreat #glenarbor #fall #familyfriendly #thingstodo

Documentary film: Alice's Ordinary People
2016-10-27 19:00 - 20:30 | Empire Township Hall, 10088 W. Front Street, Empire, MI , Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Craig Dudnick will present his documentary film about the life and work of Alice Tregay, an African-American civil rights activist from Chicago. Working along with other leaders, including Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., she helped organize grass-roots community initiatives, providing a positive model for civic engagement and political activism.

Cocktails and signing with Antoine Laurain, author of The Red Notebook
2016-10-26 18:00 - 20:00 | The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Cottage Book Shop is pleased to welcome Antoine Laurain, the author of several of our favorite books, The Red Notebook and The President’s Hat. Please join us for an evening of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and books. We will be at Camp Firefly in the Homestead. ($20 for hors d’ouvres, cash bar) Antoine will be traveling to our area to tell us about and sign his new book French Rhapsody (Gallic Press $14.95, due October 11) which combines his trademark charm with a satirical take on modern France.
Middle-aged doctor Alain Massoulier has received a life-changing letter thirty-three years too late. Lost in the Paris postal system for decades, the letter from Polydor, dated 1983, offers a recording contract to The Holograms, in which Alain played lead guitar. Back then The Holograms had believed in their cutting-edge sound. However, the music industry remained indifferent, and eventually the band split up, each going their own way. Alain is overcome by nostalgia, and is tempted to track down the members of the group. But in a world where everything and everyone has changed . . . where will his quest take him?
Antoine Laurain is a Parisian screenwriter, antiques collector and the author of six novels, three of which are available in English. The President’s Hat was a 2013 ABA Indies Introduce choice. Don’t miss this fun event. Prepaid reservations can be made by calling 231-334-4223.

Anderson's Market 2nd Annual Fall Harvest Fest
2016-10-22 14:00 - 17:00 | Anderson’s Market
Celebrate local tastes of fall at Anderson’s! Join us for our annual event featuring kid’s activities, free homemade donuts & cider, wine & beer samplings, local apples, cheese tastings and more. You can also order your Thanksgiving turkey from Duerksen’s farm and preview some new foods we will have in the market for the holidays. This annual event takes place on the next-to-last Saturday every October.
Need an even better reason to be in Glen Arbor? The Glen Arbor Pumpkin Festival is the same afternoon! We look forward to seeing all of you in town for this family-friendly day of fun!
