Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

River Club Glen Arbor - Memorial Day Weekend Music Line-up
2025-05-23 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-23 18:00 - 2025-05-25 21:00 (America/Detroit) | River Club Glen Arbor, 5963 S. Oak Street, Glen Arbor, 49636, United States
River Club Glen Arbor will be featuring live music this holiday weekend!

Memorial Day Celebration
2025-05-23 10:00 - 11:00
6TH ANNUAL MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY
Friday, May 23, 2025, 10 am at the historic Glen Arbor Township Cemetery, 6305 Forest Haven Dr, Glen Arbor.
The program will include a eulogy for Civil War veteran Ruell Welch, a poem, Taps, and the Glen Lake 8th graders paying homage to the known 51 individuals buried at the cemetery.
Learn more about the Cemetery here: https://glenarbortownship.com/community-visitors/

Gerry, Jeff and the Electric Sax
2025-05-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Glen Arbor Wines
Gerry lights up the universe with his sax while Jeff more than holds his own with his pro picking, riffs and smokey vocals!

Thoreson Plein Air Event
2025-05-24 09:00 - 16:00 | Port Oneida Rural Historic District, 3164 W Harbor Hwy, Maple City, MI, 49664, United States
Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear invites artists to the Thoreson Farm in Port Oneida, for a Plein Air Event. The event is to encourage artists to paint and submit artwork of the farm to be considered for the 2025 Port Oneida Fair poster.
DETAILS:
A beautiful and picturesque historic farmstead with a farmhouse and several outbuildings, Thoreson Farm was chosen as the ideal subject for this year’s fair poster to honor the recently passed descendent Leonard Thoreson. Leonard was a legend himself, who grew up on this farm in Port Oneida, now part of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The facts and folklore he provided will forever be told as part of the history of this area through books and archives.
Artists may arrive at any time to create their pieces. An informal meet and greet with light refreshments will take place at 9:30 a.m. for those interested. Artists should bring their own art supplies, easels, and chairs. Pre-registration is not required and there is no fee for the event or to submit.

Author Bonnie Jo Campbell
2025-05-24 14:00 - 15:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Bonnie Jo Campbell, a recipient of a 2025 Michigan Notable Author award, will discuss her latest novel “The Waters”. She’ll be at the library as part of the Michigan Notable Book author tour. Fellow Notable Author and Empire resident Anne-Marie Oomen will join us to lead the conversation. Copies of Bonnie’s book will be available for sale, courtesy of the Cottage Book Shop.

Live Music at the M22 Wine Patio with DJ Ras Marco D.
2025-05-24 15:00 - 17:00 | M22 Outdoor Wine Patio, 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Stop by the M22 Wine Patio Saturday, May 24th from 3-5pm for live music featuring DJ Ras Marco. Grab a glass or flight of wine and jam out to some vinyl!

Eric Dane Jaqua One Man Band @ Glen Arbor Wines
2025-05-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Glen Arbor Wines
Fall under the spell of this musician’s musician with his magnetic, gravelly voice, his incredible guitar skills. He does it all while playing the foot drums!

Live Music at Dune Bird Winery: Swingbone North
2025-05-25 15:00 - 18:00 | Dune Bird Winery, 5620 N Manitou Trail,, Northport, MI, 49670, United States
Dune Bird Winery invites you to unwind and sip on your favorite wine, handcrafted coffee or just soak in the vineyard views while enjoying live music by the wonderful Swingbone North.

Live Music at Bel Lago: Jacob Abraham
2025-05-25 15:30 - 17:30 | Bel Lago, 6530 S LAKE SHORE DR, CEDAR, MI, 49621-9615, United States
Join us at Bel Lago for live music with Jakob Abraham from 3:30 – 5:30 PM.

French Valley’s Locals Night
2025-05-26 08:00 - 17:00 | French Valley Vineyard, 3655 South French Road, cedar, MI, 49621, United States
Join us at French Valley every Thursday from 4 PM to 7 PM for Locals Night – an evening of great flavors, live music, and community vibes!
Enjoy a $1 discount on all drinks to perfectly pair with our delicious rotating soup special. Check out our website for more information on this week’s live music and soup special!
Soup Options:
• $7 Bowls – Enjoy a comforting bowl while you’re here.
• $12 Quarts To-Go – Take the flavor home and share with family or save for later!
Whether you’re craving a cozy night in or a fun outing with friends, French Valley’s Locals Night is the perfect midweek treat. Come for the soup, stay for the music, and make it your new Thursday tradition!

Wild Card Classic Rock @ Glen Arbor Wines
2025-05-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Glen Arbor Wines
Welcome in the summer of 2025 rocking to this classic rock band.

Live Music at Dune Bird Winery: Touch of Grey
2025-05-28 15:00 - 18:00 | Dune Bird Winery, 5620 N Manitou Trail,, Northport, MI, 49670, United States
Dune Bird Winery invites you to unwind and sip on your favorite wine, handcrafted coffee or just soak in the vineyard views while enjoying live music by the wonderful Touch of Grey.

Artist in Residence Talk: Photographer Robert Beras
2025-05-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
PRESS RELEASE
Contact:
Scott Bouma
Executive Director
Glen Arbor Arts Center
231 2334-6112
director@glenarborart.org
Photographer Robert Beras is an urban dream catcher. On May 29 he’ll discuss the rural and woodland dreams he captured with his camera during his May artist’s residency with the Glen Arbor Arts Center. The program begins at 10. Beras will share work and stories. The program is open to the public at no charge.
“My goal for this artist residency is to gather images for my Dream Series, expanding beyond Detroit’s urban and industrial landscapes,” said the Lathrup Village, Michigan, resident. “I aim to explore new environments that push the series in fresh directions. The residency will also provide dedicated time to develop my minimalist work, focusing on in-camera techniques — strong composition, exposure, and a heightened awareness of light and shadow — without reliance on digital manipulation.”
The GAAC has been hosting visiting artmakers as part of its residency program since the 1990s. For more information about the GAAC’s AIR Program go to GlenArborArt.org / ARTISTS.

Poetry with Ellen Stone
2025-05-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Come and enjoy some fresh verse by Michigan poet Ellen Stone on May 29th from 7-8pm at Glen Lake Community Library. She’ll share readings from her newest collection, Everybody Wants to Keep the Moon Inside Them. Ellen will be joined by some special guests, fellow poets from Northern Michigan.

Luke Woltanski @ Glen Arbor Wines
2025-05-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Glen Arbor Wines
Settle in by the firepits for a fabulous evening at Glen Arbor Wines as Luke Woltanski entertains on harmonica, keyboard, guitar!

Live Music at the M22 Wine Patio Featuring Shelby Plamondon
2025-05-31 15:00 - 17:00 | M22 Outdoor Wine Patio, 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Grab your friends and come enjoy a glass of wine with a side of incredible live music!

Rhett and John
2025-05-31 19:00 - 21:00 | Glen Arbor Wines
Think smoked whiskey on the rocks and you’ll get a taste of what this dynamic duo sounds like! We are always so glad to have these two play Glen Arbor Wines!

Live Music at Dune Bird Winery: Legal Rehab
2025-06-01 15:00 - 18:00 | Dune Bird Winery, 5620 N Manitou Trail,, Northport, MI, 49670, United States
Dune Bird Winery invites you to unwind and sip on your favorite wine, handcrafted coffee or just soak in the vineyard views while enjoying live music by the wonderful Legal Rehab.

Community Potluck
2025-06-02 17:30 - 19:30 | Glen Arbor Town Hall, MI, United States
COMMUNITY POTLUCK
Join in on the Community Potluck at Town Hall, June 2 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm.
BYOB and a dish to share. Free and open to all in our community.
Direct questions to deputyclerk@glenarbortownship.com.

Live Music at Dune Bird Winery: Highway North
2025-06-04 15:00 - 18:00 | Dune Bird Winery, 5620 N Manitou Trail,, Northport, MI, 49670, United States
Dune Bird Winery invites you to unwind and sip on your favorite wine, handcrafted coffee or just soak in the vineyard views while enjoying live music by the wonderful Highway North.

2nd Annual Open House at the Dune Climb Inn
2025-06-04 17:00 - 20:00
Come see our most recent refreshes, including updated bathrooms and new LVT flooring. Peek in some rooms, meet your hosts, and enjoy some sips and nibbles. Make some art for our Little Free Art Gallery and Library and search for the DCI TreasureBox geocache. Free and open to all.
7194 S. Dune Hwy, Empire, MI 49630
www.duneclimbinn.com

Live Music at French Valley: Billy & The Kid
2025-06-05 16:00 - 19:00 | French Valley Vineyard, 3655 South French Road, cedar, MI, 49621, United States
Join us at French Valley Vineyard for an unforgettable evening of live music by Billy & The Kid.
Billy & The Kid are a dynamic guitar and mandolin duo, known for delivering fresh and exciting performances. Their vibrant sound and energetic stage presence create an unforgettable musical experience.

Members Create At The Glen Arbor Arts Center
2025-06-06 09:00 - 2025-08-07 15:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
PRESS RELEASE
Contact
Scott Bouma
Executive Director
Glen Arbor Arts Center
231 334 6112
Director@glenarborart.org
Members Create At The Glen Arbor Arts Center
June 6 – August 7, 2025
An annual tradition returns! The Glen Arbor Arts Center’s Members Create exhibition opens June 6, 5 pm with a public reception featuring the work of 55 current GAAC members.
A showcase of members’ talent, Members Create runs through August 7. The exhibit includes work in a wide range of media: paint to fiber, clay to metal. It may be viewed in person in the GAAC’s Main Gallery, or online: GlenArborArt.org/EXHIBITS.
Also on view in the GAAC Lobby Gallery is Random: Collages From The Scrap Pile, a series of compositions by Leelanau County artist Mark Mehaffey.
The Members Create exhibition enjoys the support of Precision Collision & Auto Glass of Frankfort. Located at 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, the GAAC is open seven days. For more information go to GlenArborArt.org.

Rebekah Jon @ Glen Arbor Wines
2025-06-06 19:00 - 21:00
Stevie Nicks? Norah Jones? You tell us who reminds you of this young vocalist who looks like a tiny angel but opens up like a superstar!

Live Music at the M22 Wine Patio Featuring DJ Zeb
2025-06-07 15:00 - 17:00 | M22 Outdoor Wine Patio, 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Don’t miss this special evening of live music and fine wine on our wine patio!

Volunteer Open House for Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear
2025-06-08 12:00 - 15:00 | Port Oneida Heritage Center, 3164 W. Harbor Hwy., Maple City, Michigan, 49630
Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear will host a Volunteer Open House on Sunday, June 8th from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Port Oneida Heritage Center at the Charles and Hattie Olsen farmstead, 3164 W. Harbor Hwy (M-22), four miles north of Glen Arbor.
Come out and learn about volunteer opportunities and speak with staff and current volunteers about the organization and its many programs and projects across Sleeping Bear. There are opportunities in positions such as volunteer Heritage Center greeters, horse and wagon tour guides, preservation crew, gardeners and event help.

Live Music at Dune Bird Winery: Larry Perkins
2025-06-08 15:00 - 18:00 | Dune Bird Winery, 5620 N Manitou Trail,, Northport, MI, 49670, United States
Dune Bird Winery invites you to unwind and sip on your favorite wine, handcrafted coffee or just soak in the vineyard views while enjoying live music by the wonderful Larry Perkins.

Live Music at French Valley: Legal Rehab
2025-06-09 16:00 - 19:00 | French Valley Vineyard, 3655 South French Road, cedar, MI, 49621, United States
Join us French Valley Vineyard for an unforgettable evening of live music by Legal Rehab
Legal Rehab delivers high-energy performances featuring powerful vocals, electric violin, dynamic guitar, and rhythmic percussion. Blending genres with skill and passion, they create a captivating and unforgettable musical experience.

Glen Arbor Arts Center Partners with IPR’s Sound Garden Project to Bring Kodak Quartet to Glen Arbor Area
2025-06-10 - 2025-06-21
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact
Kristie McCaw
Program Manager | Glen Arbor Arts Center
(231) 334-6112
kristiem@glenarborart.org
Glen Arbor Arts Center Partners with IPR’s Sound Garden Project to Bring Kodak Quartet to Glen Arbor Area
Glen Arbor, MI — The Glen Arbor Arts Center (GAAC) is delighted to present the Kodak Quartet as their Musicians-in-Residence from June 10–21, 2025. Presented through a partnership between the Glen Arbor Arts Center’s Manitou Music Series and Interlochen Public Radio’s Sound Garden Project, an initiative focused on planting classical music in unexpected places. The Kodak Quartet will bring its electrifying, genre-defying sound to the Glen Arbor area.
Now in its fourth year in Glen Arbor, the Sound Garden residency continues the GAAC’s commitment to making the arts accessible, immersive, and community-centered. Through this unique collaboration, the Kodak Quartet will bring live music into both natural and everyday community spaces—from beaches to boats, front porches to playgrounds, and schools to libraries.
About the Kodak Quartet
The New York City-based Kodak Quartet is recognized as one of today’s most exciting young ensembles. With members hailing from the U.S., Canada, France, and South Africa, the award-winning group has been described as blending “the intensity of a rock band with the depth of classical music”. Known for bold programming, boundary-pushing collaborations, and a dynamic stage presence, the quartet has performed at Carnegie Hall, the Banff Centre, and alongside GRAMMY-winning artists including Time for Three and the Kronos Quartet. Recent accolades include winning the 2023 Frances Walton and Coltman Chamber Music competitions.
Where to Experience the Music
Throughout their residency, the Kodak Quartet will create joyful, spontaneous encounters with music through a variety of free public events. These performances are designed to surprise, delight, and deepen community connection.
Sunrise Sounds – Wake up to morning music at favorite Glen Arbor locations
Open Rehearsals – Get a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process on the GAAC Front Porch
Sound Samples – Interactive musical experiences in parks, shops, and other unexpected places
Pontoon Concert – A floating concert at the Narrows on Big Glen Lake | Saturday, June 14 | 2–3 PM | Weather Permitting
Sunset Sounds – A dreamy evening performance at Empire Beach
Musical Story Time – Family-friendly music at the Glen Lake Community Library
Glen Lake Community School Visit – An afternoon of music for students, including performances on the playground and during school pickup
Culminating Concert – A free final performance at Old Settlers Park Chapel
Friday, June 20 | 6–7:30 PM | Free, but reservations required due to limited seating
For the most up-to-date schedule and reservation information, visit www.glenarborart.org.
Or follow the GAAC on social media:
Facebook: facebook.com/GlenArborArtsCenter
Instagram: @glenarborartscenter
About the Glen Arbor Arts Center
The Glen Arbor Arts Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching community life through the arts. Its Manitou Music Series brings high-quality music performances to Leelanau County each summer, with a focus on creative experiences that are welcoming, accessible, and inspiring.
