Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

SHOPtober in Glen Arbor
2020-10-01 - 2020-10-31
Shop small. Eat local. Visit Glen Arbor!
All are invited to spend your dollars locally during the month of October for a chance to win Glen Arbor bucks.
For every cumulative $350 spent on retail/restaurant purchases in Glen Arbor during the month of October, you’ll have the chance to enter in a drawing to win $100 in Glen Arbor bucks! Pick up an envelope at Glen Arbor stores/restaurants to collect your receipts* in for proof of purchase.
*Please place your receipts dated October 1-31 totaling $350 in the event envelope. This envelope must be presented/mailed to The Cottage Book Shop by November 5. Winners will be announced November 10. Maximum of 3 entries per person.
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In the Press:

TRAVERSE CITY TOURISM reports: SHOPtober, a new event designed by the Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce, will be held in Glen Arbor this October. The town-wide promotion encourages locals and visitors to “shop small and eat local.”
THE LEELANAU TICKER reports “After a busy but unprecedented Summer for local commerce, the Glen Lake Chamber is now launching a shoulder season SHOPtober event”
The even was also posted in the GLEN ARBOR SUN and the Leelanau News.
As seen on the local 9&10 News! View the video clip here:
https://www.9and10news.com/2020/10/12/shoptober-incentives-for-shopping-locally-in-glen-arbor/

Congrats to the winners of this year’s SHOPtober:

Jamie Murray from Novi, MI

Joseph Mathes from Maple City, Michigan

Video Lecture: Creative Resistance – Political Art + Craftivism
2020-09-20 08:00 - 2020-11-07 17:00 (America/Detroit) | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Video Lecture: Creative Resistance – Political Art + Craftivism
Viewable on-line September 20 – November 7, 2020
Politics – past and present – provide ample fodder for creative inspiration. Sarah Bearup-Neal, Glen Arbor Arts Center gallery manager, surveys some of these powerful examples during a slide lecture. Tickets for this on-line program are $10 GAAC members, $15 nonmembers. Registered viewers will receive by email an access code that will allow them to watch this video presentation anytime from September 20 – November 7, 2020. Read more and register here: https://glenarborart.org/events/lecture-creative-resistance/.
From Theodore Gericault’s 19th century painting, the Raft of the Medusa, to the thousands of pink, hand-knit caps worn during the historic 2017 Women’s March in Washington, DC, the visual arts show themselves to be expressive tools. Craftivism is a creative movement that began to take shape in the early 2000s. It sought to combine visual art with activism, and turned to the so-called “domestic arts” of embroidery, knitting and hand stitching to comment on a wide range of current, topical issues – from feminism to sexism to environmental concerns.
NOTE: Some material contained in this presentation is sexually suggestive, and would be considered “adult.” It may not be appropriate for younger viewers.
“Political Art + Craftivism” is offered in conjunction with the GAAC’s exhibition Power Tools [September 11 – November 5]. In addition to her duties at the GAAC, Bearup-Neal is a practicing fiber artist. She received a BFA from Michigan State University.

Video Lecture: The Power of Art in 28 1/2 Minutes
2020-09-20 08:00 - 2020-11-07 17:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Video Lecture: The Power of Art in 28 1/2 Minutes
Viewable on-line September 20 – November 7, 2020
“Any form of art is a form of power. It has impact. It can affect change. It not only moves us, it makes us move.” Ozzie Davis
Studio artist Hank Feeley returns with another lecture in his recurring series “Art in 28 ½ Minutes.” This time, Feeley takes with a look at “The Power of Art.” Tickets for this on-line program are $10 GAAC members, $15 nonmembers. Registered viewers will receive by email an access code that will allow them to watch this video presentation anytime from September 20 – November 7, 2020. Read more and register here: https://glenarborart.org/events/lecture-the-power-of-art-in-28-1-2-minutes/.
In this fast-pace survey, Feeley explores how art continues to move us to change our world. Using examples drawn from visual art, music, science, architecture and more, Feeley will examine how and why humans invented art as a language to communicate beyond the spoken word. Using audio and visual images he will discuss the work of Picasso, Upton Sinclair, Mies Van Der Rohe and Steve Jobs.
Feeley, a Glen Arbor resident, is an author, painter, and sculptor whose second book Painting the Joy of Sleeping Bear County was published in 2016. He is a graduate The School of the Art Institute of Chicago and Harvard Business School. He has been a Visiting Artist at School of the Art Institute of Chicago, an Artist-in-Residence at Ox-Bow School of Art, and has taught at Roosevelt University and the Dennos Museum. His work is held in public and private collections nationally and internationally. He is represented in Chicago by Aron Packer Projects and, in New York, by First Street Gallery. “The Power of Art” is offered in conjunction with the GAAC’s exhibition Power Tools [September 11 – November 5].

FALL OUT! An Art Explosion at the GAAC
2020-09-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Pop-Up Exhibition + Artist Demos
Saturday, September 19, 10 am – 2 pm | Rain Date: Sunday, September 20
FALL OUT!, a pop-up gallery and day of artists demonstrations, takes place at the Glen Arbor Arts Center on September 19, 10 am – 2 pm. The Pop-Up Exhibition + Artist Demo is an opportunity to watch studio artists demonstrating how they work and create – part of the GAAC’s 6ft Apart Art series. They’ll be showing some wares, too. Come meet, talk and watch. Free. The GAAC is located at 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor.
Participating artists will demonstrate:
Margo Burian, painter. Acrylic painting techniques.
Lauren Everett-Finn, painter. Flower paintings created on top of layered, colorful underpaintings.
John Huston, potter. A live firing using the ancient Japanese technique of raku.
Bill Perkins, furnituremaker. How to apply birch bark to a rustic table top, and bent willow chair-making methods.
Joan Richmond, painter. Painted paper, collaged constructions.
The 6ft Apart Art series is a group of activities planned for 2020 at the GAAC. It was developed in response to the challenges posed by COVID-19. Practices such as social distancing will be built into 6ft Apart Art events, and offer a safe alternative to traditional indoor art activities, such as gallery exhibitions and performance. The series will take place at the GAAC and turn the front yard and parking area into open-air exhibition venues.

EXHIBIT: POWER TOOLS
2020-09-11 11:00 - 2020-11-05 14:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Glen Arbor Arts Center Exhibits Take On Coronavirus, Contemporary Times
EXHIBIT: POWER TOOLS
EXHIBIT: ART IN A TIME OF CORONAVIRUS | A POSTCARD RESPONSE
September 11 – November 5, 2020
The Glen Arbor Arts Center explores the upheaval that characterizes contemporary times in two, new exhibitions beginning September 11.
Power Tools is a multifaceted, juried exhibition built on the belief that the arts provide us with powerful tools of expression. These power tools offer creative ways to comment, critique, examine and explore all manner of issues, and offer ways to begin negotiating a range of ideas, both new and old, familiar or foreign. The work of 17 artist from Michigan, Wisconsin and Oregon will be exhibited. Power Tools may be viewed in the GAAC gallery and on-line. Go to GlenArborArt.org and click on EXHIBITS. Works from the Power Tools exhibition are available to purchase. Go to the GAAC’s SHOP page.
Art In A Time Of Coronavirus is an exhibition of 97 hand-built postcards [4” x 6”] that present the maker’s personal response to the Coronavirus pandemic. Postcards were created from paper, polymer clay, fabric, recycled and mixed media materials by 33 people living in Michigan, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Washington. Postcards will be exhibited in tandem with the in-gallery exhibition of Power Tools. Most of the postcards are available for purchase, and are priced at $30.
The GAAC is located at 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor, and is open daily 11 am – 2 pm. Both exhibitions run through November 5. For more information go to GlenArborArt.org.

Members Annual Meeting: Glen Lake Chamber
2020-09-10 17:30 - 18:30
Glen Lake Chamber Members are invited!
Please join us for the Annual Meeting, online via Zoom on Thursday, Sept. 10th from 5:30 – 6:30pm EST.
Link to join the Zoom Meeting:
https://cherryrepublic.zoom.us/j/7816053406
Annual Meeting Agenda

· Introduction of current Directors and Officers
· Co-Presidents update on projects and plans since fall, 2019, including the new website, and 2021 plans
· Consultation on Trick-or-Treat
· Leelanau Recovery Team organization and report, and website feature
· Financial report & dues
· Nomination and election of Directors/Officers for the initial rotation of Director/Officer terms
· Member’s Questions & Answers. We’d like to hear from you!

Join the meeting online, Thursday, Sept. 10th from 5:30 – 6:30pm on Zoom.
You may RSVP to Kathy at: kathyb@cherryrepublic.com or express your interest in joining our Board of Directors. Thank you!

Farmers Market
2020-09-08 09:00 - 13:00, 2020-09-01 09:00 - 13:00, 2020-08-25 09:00 - 13:00, 2020-08-18 09:00 - 13:00, 2020-08-11 09:00 - 13:00, 2020-08-04 09:00 - 13:00, 2020-07-28 09:00 - 13:00, 2020-07-21 09:00 - 13:00 and 4 more dates | Glen Arbor Township Hall
The Glen Arbor Farmers Market is held every Tuesday morning from 9 AM – 1 PM.
The market location is behind the Glen Arbor Township Hall at 6394 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, Michigan 49636.
Market dates of operation: June 16 – September 8, 2020

Due to COVID-19, the Leelanau Farmers Markets have launched an online marketplace of locally grown and produced food, flowers, and hand-crafted specialty items with curbside pick-up available at our Glen Arbor, Northport, and Suttons Bay market locations. This convenient service can save you time and enable you to still purchase all the items from our farmers and artisans you’ve come to love at our markets.
Ordering from Leelanau Farmers Markets helps to build and support our community, and to preserve our precious agricultural land for future use.
WHAT’S NEW THIS WEEK?
Visit their Product List page to see what is available.
CUSTOMERS! If you’d prefer to buy fresh healthy food from local farmers or a unique local item for you or a gift for a friend – For convenient online ordering and curbside pick-up you may Register as a Customer online.
Stay informed by joining the Markets Email List and check their website weekly for new items.

2021 Manitou Music Poster Competition
2020-09-06 08:00 - 2020-09-17 17:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
The Glen Arbor Arts Center is accepting submissions of original paintings for its 2021 Manitou Music poster competition. The deadline for on-line submissions is September 17. This call-for-submissions is open to all current GAAC members. There is no application fee.
Each year, the GAAC selects an original painting for this limited edition poster. It is sold through the GAAC and at selected shops and art galleries in Leelanau County. To review the prospectus and to apply on-line go to: https://glenarborart.org/artists-main/calls-for-entry/
For more information call the GAAC, 231/334-6112.

6FT APART ART: Pop-Up Exhibition + Artist Demos #2
2020-08-08 11:00 - 15:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
The GAAC parking lot becomes a pop-up gallery and demonstration site. An opportunity to watch studio artists demonstrating how they work and create – part of the 6ft Apart Art series. They’ll be showing some wares, too. Come meet, talk and watch. Free.
Participating artists are:
Margo Burian, painter. Acrylic painting.
John Huston, potter. John will be conducting a live raku firing.
Joan Richmond, painter. Painted paper, collaged constructions.
The 6ft Apart Art series is a group of activities planned for Summer 2020 at the GAAC. It was developed in response to the challenges posed by COVID-19. Practices such as social distancing will be built into 6ft Apart Art events, and offer a safe alternative to traditional indoor art activities, such as gallery exhibitions and performance. The series will take place at the GAAC and turn the front yard and parking area into open-air exhibition venues.
Rain Date: Sunday, August 9

Artists Invitational and Virtual Auction
2020-08-01 08:00 - 2020-08-08 21:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Please join us for something new and different during this unusual summer.
This August, 55 artists will participate in a special, invitation-only event for the Glen Arbor Arts Center.
On August 1 and August 2, these talented artists will each create one or two works from wherever they happen to be: here in Leelanau County or far away, indoors or en Plein Air. A week later, each of these unique works will be available for sale here through a virtual, limited time auction.
The starting bid price for each item will be set by the artist, but there will also be a “buy it now” option on all artwork. So, it’s important to preview the artwork and shop early.
Become a GAAC Circle member by Monday, July 27 to get in on early-bird bidding an hour before the general public.
Don’t forget that this is a fundraiser for the Glen Arbor Arts Center, so bid early, bid often, and be part of the party!
Auction Schedule
August 6 and August 7: You will be able to register here, preview the auction, and tag your favorite artwork for later bidding.
August 8, 4-5p: GAAC Circle members can access early-bird bidding, including the “buy it now” option.
August 8, 5-9p: Auction open to the public, including the “buy it now” option.

Words for Water Poetry Throw-down
2020-07-31 19:00 - 20:30 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
“Who owns the water?” People? Communities? Corporations? Nobody? That question is the basis for the July 31 Words For Water open-air poetry throw-down at the Glen Arbor Arts Center. This event is offered in collaboration with FLOW [For Love Of Water].
Participating poets and writers are challenged to create a short, original poem that answers this question: Who Owns The Water? Poems will be performed or read on Friday, July 31, 7 pm, before a live audience. Each writer may read up to five minutes. No pre-registration is required. Poets will be added to the evening’s readers list on a first-come basis. Read more about Words For Water here: https://glenarborart.org/events/words-for-water-poetry-throw-down/
The GAAC is located at 6031 S. Lake St., in Glen Arbor. For more information go to GlenArborArt.org.

2020 Plein Air Weekend: Thursday Sundowner
2020-07-30 18:00 - 22:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
This challenging painting event features artists capturing the beauty and awe of the sunset over Glen Lake and Lake Michigan. Artists work quickly to capture the setting sun (Weather permitting). These paintings will be on view and for purchase on Friday evening sale at the Glen Arbor Town Hall. Admission is Free.
The 12th year of Northern Michigan’s premier painting weekend featuring artists from throughout Michigan and the Midwest. Highlights include three painting events for Artists culminating in two art exhibits and the Glen Arbor Arts Center’s largest fundraiser. The event attracts hundreds of art collectors eager to purchase the original artworks. Almost half of all proceeds go to the Glen Arbor Arts Center.

OUTDOOR GALLERY DEDICATION
2020-07-30 17:30 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
A public celebration and dedication of the Glen Arbor Arts Center’s new Outdoor Gallery are July 30, 5:30 – 8 pm. The GAAC unveiled its new Outdoor Gallery on May 12. The inaugural exhibition features work by Empire painter Mark Mehaffey. Five of Mark’s acrylic paintings were reproduced on 5ft X 5ft aluminum panels and installed on the GAAC’s west and south exterior walls.
Preceding the 7 pm start of the dedication ceremony, Mehaffey will create and complete an original painting of the natural area surrounding the GAAC. He will begin painting at 5:30 pm. The framed painting will be available for purchase during the dedication. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the GAAC’s 2021 Outdoor Gallery project.
The GAAC’s Outdoor Gallery was two years in the planning. A committee explored the idea of placing on the walls sculptures, tiles, murals, and other media while searching for the most flexible and cost-effective answer. The weatherproof, aluminum panels on display were created by Image 360 in Traverse City.
Following a months-long, call-for-entries search, Mehaffey’s series of contemporary landscape paintings were selected by Glen Arbor juror-artists Hank Feeley and Emory Mead. Mehaffey maintains an active studio practice. He retired from the Lansing Public School system where he taught visual art from 1973 to 2002. He teaches painting both locally and throughout the United States. Mehaffey’s work remains in place until April 2021. The panels will then be available for purchase. Support for the Outdoor Gallery comes through a generous grant from GAAC members Barb and George Cochran.
The GAAC is located at 6031 S. Lake St., in Glen Arbor. For more information go to GlenArborArt.org.

Members Create Exhibition
2020-07-24 11:00 - 2020-08-27 14:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
An annual tradition returns! The Glen Arbor Arts Center Members Create exhibition is a showcase of members’ talent. The 2020 Members Create features the work of 25 current GAAC members.
The GAAC offers two ways to enjoy the Members Create exhibition. Engage directly with the works in the GAAC gallery from 11-2 daily; and enjoy viewing the exhibition by looking at the GAAC’s online gallery.

Glen Arbor Art Fair - CANCELLED
2020-07-15 10:00 - 16:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
Due to social distancing restrictions and public safety, the Glen Lake Women’s Club Art Fair has been cancelled for this year.

49th Annual Glen Lake Woman’s Club Art Fair
Wednesday, July 15th, 2020 from 10 am – 4 pm, outside at the Glen Arbor Township Hall.
The Glen Lake Woman’s Club Art Fair hosts 100 artists carefully selected to represent up-north, one-of-a kind art pieces for sale at the Glen Arbor Township Hall. The juried Art Fair features pottery, painting, textiles, woodworking, and jewelry, as well as face painting, a raffle, and a bake sale. Lunch is available for purchase on site including the popular walking tacos and cherry chicken salad. Admission is free.
Each year, thousands of people shop for that unique piece of art, either for themselves or for a special gift.
All proceeds support the Glen Lake student scholarship program.

Free Admission, Open to the Public | No smoking and No pets allowed on the premises.
For registration or application info/submission, please contact: Janice Freeman at (231)334-3428 and glwcartfair@gmail.com

CANCELLED: Manitou Music: Dune Climb Concert
2020-07-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Dune Climb, 6478 S. Dune Highway, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Due to the coronavirus, this concert has been cancelled but please check the GAAC’s Facebook page for pop up music events and more updates on their website: https://glenarborart.org/events-page/music-and-concerts/

Igor and the Red Elvises bring Siberian surf rock to the annual Manitou Music Dune Climb Concert. This concert is free but a Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore pass is required for entry into the Dune Climb.
Lead Elvis Igor Yuzov grew up in the former Soviet Union, where folk music was the norm and rock ’n roll was illegal. A rebellious streak, however, led him to seek out the forbidden music. In 1995, Yuzov dreamed that Elvis Presley came to him and told him to start playing rock ’n roll and the Red Elvises were born. Evolving over the years, Yuzov’s music contains humorous lyrics and grooves that forces his audience to dance.
Manitou Music is a project of the Glen Arbor Arts Center. For more information, please call 231/334-6112

CANCELLED: Pancake Breakfast
2020-07-05 08:00 - 12:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
Sorry, this event has been cancelled.

The Glen Lake Fire and Rescue Association will be hosting a pancake breakfast! Proceeds will go to the Glen Arbor Fire & Rescue Association to assist the Glen Lake Fire Department with funding for training and equipment purchases. Come on out to enjoy a great breakfast with friends and family. Thank you for your support!
When: Sunday July 5th, 2020
8am – 12:00pm
Where: Glen Arbor Township Hall, 6394 W. Western Avenue, Glen Arbor, MI
Cost: $8.00/person, Children 5 and under free
The Glen Lake Fire and Rescue Association is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) corporation.

4th of July Parade - CANCELLED
2020-07-04 12:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Due to the corona virus and social distancing restrictions, this event is cancelled. Look for a virtual parade on social media.

4th of July Parade in Glen Arbor
Head on down to Glen Arbor and shop/dine – most places are open for at least half the day for visitors. Grab a spot and enjoy the big 4th of July Parade downtown Glen Arbor, beginning at 12pm. The parade leaves from Glen Haven making its way through to the North/East end of town. This year’s parade Marshal is _TBD_.
Participate…
Everyone is welcome and “anything goes!”
Want to participate in the parade? Cyclists (kids and families) and Walkers can join in the parade starting at the Christian Science Church. Cars and Floats participating in the parade, please meet at Glen Haven to line up 45 min prior to the parade start time. The parade begins at Noon.
Want a front row seat? Volunteer! We always need as many parade volunteers as possible. Bring your own broom to help walk with the parade and sweep the candy back towards the crowd, to keep kids off the street and safe.
Enjoy the area…
Most shops and restaurants are open part of the day for you! Please make sure to come to town early to park and enjoy shopping the lovely retailers and art galleries. Whether you’ll end up back where you’re staying or head back home, there’s a beach or lake or trail for you to enjoy some outdoor recreation the remainder of the holiday.
If you’re a boater, you can join in on the boat parade 4th of July evening on the Glen Lake beginning at 4pm in front of the Yacht Club.
More to celebrate on the 4th…
>>Flag Raising Ceremony | Old Settlers Park @ 10am
>>Boat Parade | On the Glen Lakes @4pm
>>Pancake Breakfast | Sunday, July 5th 8am -12pm at the Town Hall

Parade photos courtesy of Raquel Jackson
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CANCELLED: NMC Concert Band performs Patriotic Music
2020-07-01 19:00 - 20:00 | Old School Lawn, Glen Arbor, MI, 49684, United States
Due to the corona virus and social distancing restrictions, this event has been cancelled.
Manitou Music kicks off another season of outdoor concerts on Wednesday, July 1 with an evening of patriotic music performed by the NMC Concert Band. This free, family-friendly concert will be held at the Old School House lawn, 6363 W. Western Ave., Glen Arbor, at 7 pm. Bring a lawn chair and arrive early to find a seat.
