Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

Live Music at French Valley: Loose Change
2024-11-19 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-19 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Detroit) | French Valley Vineyard, 3655 South French Road, cedar, MI, 49621, United States
Join us Thursday, December 19th and Thursday, February 27th at French Valley Vineyard for an unforgettable evening of live music by Loose Change, while enjoying exquisite wine, refreshing beer, and crisp cider!
Steve and Barb provide an eclectic mix of music that delights their audience. Steve’s rhythm and lead guitar skills are unparalleled. Barb’s bass chops compliment his playing, and they both bring strong vocals to boot.

Live Music at French Valley: Rob Coonrod
2024-11-21 16:00 - 19:00 | French Valley Vineyard, 3655 South French Road, cedar, MI, 49621, United States
Join us Thursday, November 21st, January 16th and Marth 13th at French Valley Vineyard for an unforgettable evening of live music by Rob Coonrod. Rob Coonrod is an eclectic singer/songwriter/guitarist from Interlochen, Michigan. His diverse style ranges from Jazz and soul to rock, folk and guitar led blues with a colorful psychedelic lyricism.

Beading Workshop
2024-11-23 10:00 - 11:00 | MI
Join jeweler Holly Lang for this fun session. Learn various beading methods and create a bracelet to take home with you! All materials will be provided

Trivia Night!
2024-11-24 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-01 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-08 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-15 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-22 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-29 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-01-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Cherry Public House, 6026 South Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Join us Sunday evenings from 5-7pm for a great night of trivia! Quizmaster Whoot will leads us through fun and mind-bending questions which will be a great cap to your evening! See you then!

PJ Party “Better than Black Friday”
2024-11-29 06:00 - 09:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Join us for this fun #shopsmall event Thanksgiving weekend, on Friday, Nov. 29th, 2024. The PJ Party is an annual tradition in the Glen Arbor business district, where you are invited to wear your pajamas and come out for special sales and offers with participating local merchants for a “Better than Black Friday” shopping experience. Select businesses open early, this year from 6/7-9am* to feature specials and sales only offered during this time.
Afterward, watch the Bed Parade down part of Western Ave from 9-9:30am then grab a drink or breakfast treat. Shops continue Thanksgiving weekend sales during their normal hours of operation the rest of the day/weekend.
PLEASE VISIT THESE PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES!
Forest Gallery
Refuge Salon – Get 25% off of all Aveda products and gifts with purchase on Friday, Nov. 29th from 7am -9am
M22 Glen Arbor – open early at 6am offering once a year sales
Coastal – open early at 6am offering once a year sales
Cherry Republic Retail Store – 7am-9am Take 20% off everything in the store (excludes wine and shipping costs). Then, from 10am-7pm be the first to shop their Black Friday Special: spend $75 or more and receive a $15 gift card (*one per customer)
Cottage Book Shop
Inn and Trail Gourmet – Open at 9am, offering in-store specials all day!
Harbor View Lavender/The Cherry Stop
Leelanau Coffee Roasters
*Check with individual merchants for their own offerings and hours of operation.

Bed Parade
2024-11-29 09:00 - 09:30 | MI
The fun and quirky Bed Parade returns the day after Thanksgiving, among other holiday traditions in Glen Arbor. You’re invited to simply view the spectacle from the curb and cheer on participants as they roll their festively decorated bed on wheels down Western Avenue, or join in the fun with your own festively decorated bed!
Want to participate? Rally your troops and haul your creativity to town for a 9am parade start time on Friday, Nov. 29th, 2024. The “parade” will begin just outside the Pine Cone and complete at the Post Office. Join other participants for a post-parade treat from Leelanau Coffee Roasters or Art’s Tavern, which will be open for breakfast.
This event is open to everyone. No registration required. Sponsored by Becky Thatcher Designs, Contact Michael Lyons for questions: (630)776-0036 michaell@worthathousandwords.com

Tree Lighting + Holiday Market Opening
2024-11-29 18:15 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Town Hall, MI, United States
Shop a curated variety of goods during the Glen Arbor Artisan Marketplace Thanksgiving weekend in Glen Arbor, MI.
Friday, November 29th, 2024
The inaugural “Tree Lighting” takes place around 6:15pm outside the Town Hall. Doors open to the Town Hall from 6:30-8pm to preview and shop the goods during the Marketplace Opening.
Saturday, November 30th: Shop an amazing selection of gifts from 24 vendors at the Glen Arbor Artisan Marketplace, located in the Town Hall from 10am-3pm
Plus, families and children are invited to meet Santa & Mrs Claus @ the M22 Wine Patio from 11am-1pm for festive photo opportunities. Located at: 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI.

Glen Arbor's Holiday Market
2024-11-30 10:00 - 15:00 | Glen Arbor Town Hall, MI, United States
Shop a curated variety of local artisan goods during the Glen Arbor Holiday Artisan Market, Thanksgiving weekend in Glen Arbor, MI.
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Friday, November 29, 2024
Tree Lighting & Caroling @ 6:15pm outside the Town Hall with Carols led by Fred and Chris. Be among the first to shop the goods during the Holiday Market Preview Party from 6:30-8pm.
Saturday, November 30th, 2024
Find an amazing selection of gifts from 25+ vendors at the Glen Arbor Holiday Marketplace, located in the Town Hall from 10am-3pm.
Families and children are invited to meet Santa & Mrs Claus @ the M22 Wine Patio from 11am-1pm for festive photo opportunities. Located at: 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI.

How to be a vendor/participate:

View/Print Vendor Application

Event Chair, Cre Woodard, Email: crewoodard.landscapes@gmail.com Phone: (231) 735-5300
Please make checks payable to “Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce,” or pay securely online via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/glenlakechamber
Please print and return your application, with a check for $125, by June 1st, 2024.
Mail checks and application to: Cre Woodard, PO Box 21, Empire, MI 49630

Questions? Feel to contact the chamber by email at info@visitglenarbor.com

Empire Artisan Marketplace
2024-11-30 10:00 - 16:00 | Empire Township Hall, 10088 W. Front Street, Empire, MI , Empire, MI, 49630, United States
On November 30th, take advantage of the trifecta of shopping local. There are 3 markets in Empire on that day. Start your day at the Empire Town Hall where the Artisan Marketplace will be taking place. Meet 20 artisans and have a take out lunch prepared by Mel and Fel. Next go right across the street to the library where a used book sale will be taking place plus the Glen Lake Women’s Club will be having a beautiful vintage jewelry sale. Finish your shopping spree in Empire at the Cottonwood Inn 1/4 mile East of the Town Hall. Located at 9583 W. Front Street. There you will find a Christmas Boutique, plus more artisans. All events are from 10 AM to 4 PM.

Ugly Sweater Bingo Community Potluck
2024-12-03 17:00 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Town Hall, MI, United States
Bring a dish to share and BYOB. Wear your ugly Christmas sweater and play a round or two of Bingo. 5 pm – 8 pm on Tuesday, December 3 at Glen Arbor Town Hall.

Live Music at French Valley: Rhett & John
2024-12-05 16:00 - 19:00 | French Valley Vineyard, 3655 South French Road, cedar, MI, 49621, United States
Join us Thursday, December 5 at French Valley Vineyard for an unforgettable evening of live music by Rhett & John while enjoying exquisite wine, refreshing beer, and crisp cider!

Burger Meal Deal
2024-12-12 11:30 - 20:00 | Cherry Public House, 6026 South Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Join us for a great meal at an amazing value! Get your choice of American Burger or Cherry Bacon Marmalade Burger with a side of seasoned fries and a drink for only $9!

Locals Night
2024-12-13 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Grab a friend or neighbor and come enjoy “Locals Night” in Glen Arbor for a fun, festive evening of shopping and dining. Participating businesses offer their own promotions and specials during this event from 4-7pm Friday, December 13th 2024.
Confirmed, but not limited to, participating businesses:

Coastal – Snow Sport Sale: 20% Off Cross Country Skis, Ski Boots, Poles & Snowshoes
M22 Glen Arbor – Stop by The District during Glen Arbor’s Local Night to shop and sip from 4-7pm Friday, December 13th. Heather from Arabella will also be here for a permanent jewelry pop up!
Inn and Trail Gourmet – 15% off all marketplace items. In coordination with The Cottage Book Shop, win a gourmet Italian food gift basket!
Cherry Republic retail store – Get a $15 Public House Gift Card when you spend $75 or more in the store!
Cherry Public House – Dine and drink with us. Live music performed by Chris Skellenger, Patrick Neimisto, and Mary Sue Wilkinson
Glen Arbor Wines – Enjoy a $15 Gift Card as a treat when you purchase 3 bottles of wine!
Art’s Tavern – 1/2 Off All Appetizers-$10 Peppermint Mocha Martinis! Double Punches On Your Art’s Loyalty Card For Every $25 Spent
Cottage Book Shop – Recieve 15% off at Cottage Book Shop, a free tote with purchase and other in store surprises!
Leelanau Coffee Roasting – Open until 6pm. Shop the 25% off table and get a special with cookies and coffee!

Other participants not confirmed, may include:

Great Lake Tea & Spice
Ruth Conklin Gallery
Joyfull
The Totem Shop

Permanent Jewelry Pop Up at The District
2024-12-13 16:00 - 19:00 | MI
Stop by The District during Glen Arbor’s Local Night to shop and sip from 4-7pm Friday, December 13th.
Heather from Arabella will also be here for a permanent jewelry pop up!
Grab your friends and head out to Glen Arbor for a night of shopping and fun!

Santa Claus is coming to town - and to Cherry Republic!
2024-12-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Cherry Republic
Join us for an afternoon of cherry cheer as the big man himself will be on hand to meet, greet, and spread joy around the store. We’ll have hot cocoa and candy canes as kids of all ages are welcome to take pictures with Santa and drop off their wish lists and letters. Happy holidays from all our Cherry Ambassadors!
This is a complimentary event; no RSVP is required.

Movie Matinee: The Man Who Invented Christmas
2024-12-17 15:00 - 17:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Get in the holiday spirit with this charming film, inspired by the life of Charles Dickens. Follow the magical journey that led to his creation of Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim and other classic characters from A Christmas Carol. Dickens mixed real life inspirations with his vivid imagination to conjure up a timeless tale, helping transform the holiday season into the celebration we know today. Starring Dan Stevens, Christopher Plummer & Jonathan Pryce.

Shop & Sweets in The District
2024-12-21 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-21 12:00 - 16:00 | MI
Stop by Coastal and M22 Glen Arbor Saturday, December 21st from 12-4pm for your last minute shopping needs!
Finish up those Christmas Lists while snacking on some sweet treats. Christmas is almost here!
Coastal will also be having their Snow Sport Sale. Take 20% off Cross Country Skis, Poles, Ski Boots and Snowshoes!
Reward yourself with a glass of M22 Wine and cozy up in the heated Wine Patio or by one of our fires!

Live Music at French Valley: Jesse Jefferson
2024-12-26 16:00 - 19:00 | French Valley Vineyard, 3655 South French Road, cedar, MI, 49621, United States
Join us Thursday, December 26, January 30 and March 27 at French Valley Vineyard for an unforgettable evening of live music by Jesse Jefferson while enjoying exquisite wine, refreshing beer, and crisp cider!

Live Music at French Valley: Rhett & John
2025-01-02 16:00 - 19:00 | French Valley Vineyard, 3655 South French Road, cedar, MI, 49621, United States
Join us Thursday, January 2 and February 6 at French Valley Vineyard for an unforgettable evening of live music by Rhett & John while enjoying exquisite wine, refreshing beer, and crisp cider!

Live Music at French Valley: Chris Skellenger
2025-01-09 16:00 - 19:00 | French Valley Vineyard, 3655 South French Road, cedar, MI, 49621, United States
Join us Thursday, January 9th and Thursday, March 6th at French Valley Vineyard for an unforgettable evening of live music by Chris Skellenger, while enjoying exquisite wine, refreshing beer, and crisp cider!
“I play Americana, originals, and songs you know by heart. 40 years, 2500 gigs, I must be doing something right?” – Chris.

French Valley’s Locals Night
2025-01-09 16:00 - 19:00 | 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!

"The Sky Is Always There" - Exhibit Opening Reception
2025-01-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
The Glen Arbor Arts Center looks overhead with its first exhibit of 2025, The Sky Is Always There. This juried exhibit opens January 10 with a reception, 5-8 pm in the gallery.
The Sky Is Always There is an exhibition that moves beyond direct representation, beyond portraits of puffy clouds. Applicants were asked to consider the sky from its atmospheric characteristic to its mythic history. Is the sky so familiar that we forget to consider it? Is the sky just more psychic wallpaper? These are some of the creative prompts exhibitors will interpret.
More information about The Sky Is Always There can be found on the GAAC website: GlenArborArt.org / EXHIBITS The exhibition runs through March 20. The GAAC is open during the week 9 am – 3 pm, and on Saturday noon – 4 pm.
