Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

Manitou Music Festival presents Summer Singers
2016-08-16 19:00 - 21:10 (America/Detroit) | Glen Lake Community Reformed Church, 4902 W. MacFarlane Rd., Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Enjoy an evening with the Summer Singers, an all-volunteer group of fifty voices who will present a wide variety of vocal works under the direction of Dana Allen. This enthusiastic group of mixed voices has been singing to a packed house for many years. They are a popular local tradition.

Level 1 - Foundation in Self Governance
2016-08-14 14:00 - 20:00 | Private Home, xxx provided upon registration, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Welcome to the Center for Self Governance.
In Level 1, the student discovers the U.S. Designers concepts of power, government, and control. The student will learn different systems of government based in those concepts. They will gain a foundational understanding of the difference between power and control relating to various systems of government. The control concepts of Self Governance and Centralized Governance expose the student to their role in leveraging Self Governance within the U.S. republican system of government.
Your workbook is included in the registration fee.
Prior Level 1 students may review this class for $10.
Family discounts are available if you are attending with a child under 18 years of age.

Children who attend with a parent: $15

Children who attend on their own: $20

Other family rates are available. Contact CSG for more information.
Supplies to bring include:
Paper, pen, and your enthusiasm! This is an interactive class and we look forward to hearing from you. Please dress comfortably and bring a sweater/jacket as facility temperatures can be unpredictable.
You must attend the full 6 hours to complete the course, as well as associated program requirements, to graduate Level 1.
Only those students who have previously taken Level 1 make review the course online. Contact CSG to arrange.
This event is an Applied Civics course for all ages (recommended 9+ years of age) and details can be found at: https://centerforselfgovernance.com/enroll.php?enroll=197

The class is held at a private home in Glen Arbor – Address provided upon registration
August 14th | Starts at 2 PM, Ends 8 PM
Contact Mperkins@tncsg.org for more information

Port Oneida Chicken BBQ
2016-08-12 16:30 - 18:30 | MI
August 12th 4:30 – 6:30 Port Oneida Chicken BBQ
At Charles Olsen Farm – proceeds benefit the Port Oneida Fair. Must buy tickets in advance. $15 donation. Music by Northport Community Band. Tickets will be available starting June 30th. Ticket Information

Farm Fresh: New Paintings by Jeff Condon
2016-08-12 11:00 - 2016-08-18 15:00 | Center Gallery at Lake Street Studios
Grand Rapids artist Jeff Condon opens up his mental file of images — collected over a lifetime living in the city and country — and returns to Center Gallery with an exhibition of contemporary landscapes. This show opens Aug. 12 with a 6 p.m. reception, and runs through Aug. 18. Center Gallery is located at 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor.

Condon’s approach to landscape painting takes a fresh, original twist. He abstracts the perspective by flattening farmhouses and fields, and paints in a range of unexpected, vibrant colors not found in the natural world he venerates. Condon works in oil paint, oil pastel and oil stick in both studio and plein air settings.

For more information, please call 231/334-3179.

Port Oneida Rural and Cultural Fair
2016-08-12 10:00 - 2016-08-13 16:00 | MI
History comes to life at six historic farmsteads and the Port Oneida Schoolhouse in Port Oneida. Presented by Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in partnership with Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear. Event is free, see our website for full information. Park pass required.

Manitou Music Festival presents Goitse
2016-08-10 20:00 - 22:00 | Leelanau School Green, 1 Old Homestead Road, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Forged in the white-hot creative crucible of Limerick University’s Irish World Academy of Music and Dance, Goitse have graduated with a musical maturity worthy of the greatest. Their distinctive sound lies in the quality of their own compositions interspersed with traditional tunes from Ireland and abroad, which make each set entertaining and unique.

Chamber Member Meeting - August 2016
2016-08-09 17:30 - 19:00 | MI
August 9th, 2016
Please join us for the August Glen Lake Chamber Members Meeting.
This months meeting will be hosted by Sue at the Cottage Book Shop in Glen Arbor. Thank you Sue!
Schedule
5:30pm | Social
6:15pm | Meeting
We hope to see you there!
Members and others, feel free to attend, bring a colleague or friend! ALL are welcome to attend.

Manitou Music Festival presents the Dave Hardin Trio
2016-08-07 20:00 - 22:00 | Lake Street Studios/Center Gallery, 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Dave Hardin’s music exemplifies the combination of folk music, bluegrass, twang, and flat-top pickin’, now known as Americana. His songs come from life observed, both the hardships and the triumphs. Dave’s trio includes Lauren Hardin, accordion and Bob DeCocq, bass.

Manitou Music Festival: Dave Hardin Trio
2016-08-07 20:00 - 22:00 | Lake Street Studios/Center Gallery, 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States

Raku Firing
2016-08-07 13:00 - 15:00 | MI
As part of the Northern Home + Table exhibition at Center Gallery, 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor, exhibiting potter John Huston will conduct a raku firing on Sunday, Aug. 7, 1 p.m. on the gallery’s side yard. Raku is an ancient Japanese method of firing clay objects using natural materials — paper, dried vegetation – to fuel the fire. A raku firing is underscored by centuries of tradition and ritual, making it a full-senses experience.

For more information, please call Center Gallery, 231/334-3179.

Plein Air Reception And Wet Painting Sale
2016-08-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Participating artists in the Paint Out return their completed works ready for display to the Glen Arbor Art Association late in the day for a juried exhibit and “wet painting” sale and reception. Our Guest juror will award three cash prizes. A fourth prize, the People’s Choice Award, is determined by popular vote at the reception.
Advanced registration $10 or $15 at the door.

Port Oneida Herigage Run, 10K, 5K, Run/Walk
2016-08-06 | MI
August 6 Saturday, Port Oneida Heritage Run – 5k, 10k Run/Walk Run for the Farms! Kids Schoolhouse Dash; Tiller’s 10K Run, and a hilly 5 k. Run in one of the most beautiful places in Michigan and raise money for historic preservation in the National Park. Information and registration. We depend on volunteers to help with this fundraiser! Please sign up on our volunteer page to help with food, registration or be on the course.

Plein Air Weekend Quick Draw and Quick Sale
2016-08-05 17:00 - 18:30 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
ARTISTS PAINT THE CRYSTAL RIVER
The theme of this year’s Quick Draw is the Crystal River. This gem of a waterway gently meanders through Glen Arbor beginning at the intersection/trailhead of CR675 (Crystal View Road), the east side of Glen Arbor and along M22 before heading toward Lake Michigan. Artist paintings must have some part of the river as its theme. They are on their honor to paint only two hours.

Northern Home + Table Show
2016-08-05 11:00 - 2016-08-11 15:00 | MI
Center Gallery hosts the inaugural Northern Home + Table Show Aug. 5-11 at the gallery, 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. A reception to open this group show is Aug. 5, 6-8 p.m.

Home is where the art is, and Northern Home + Table celebrates artist-made objects for the abode – from woven and sewn textiles to glass lamp finials, ceramic table settings to framed narrative paper cuttings. The exhibition features work by studio artists represented by Lake Street Studios, and invited friends. A list of exhibitors is at www.lakestreetstudiosglenarbor.com.

As part of the exhibition, exhibiting potter John Huston will conduct a raku firing on Sunday, Aug. 7, 1 p.m. on the gallery’s side yard. Raku is an ancient Japanese method of firing clay objects using natural materials — paper, dried vegetation – to fuel the fire. A raku firing is underscored by centuries of tradition and ritual, making it a full-senses experience.

For more information, please call Center Gallery, 231/334-3179.

Music on the Mountain - Levi Britton
2016-08-04 19:00 - 21:00 | The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Levi Britton is an indie/folk/rock artist who hails from Traverse City, MI. Growing up around music sparked his drive to make it his profession. At age 20 Levi moved to Chicago, playing down in the subways, Potbelly restaurants, and any gig he could find. Eventually Britton co-founded his band, Down the Line that went on to release 5 albums, and toured the country for ten years with artists such as The Gin Blossoms, Pat Benatar, Peter Frampton, America, Keith Anderson, Lighthouse, and others.
In 2011, Levi and DTL band mate Dan Myers formed Stolen Silver, releasing two albums—most recently in June 2014. Stolen Silver has recently been touring with actor Gary Sinise and The Lieutenant Dan Band, playing stadiums and military bases in support of U.S. troops and their families.
In addition to playing with Stolen Silver, 2014 launched Levi’s solo career at a whole new level. After years of fans clamoring for a solo project, Levi hit the studio to record all new, original music. His first solo record, “Inside” is set to be released in mid-2015.
Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door
To purchase tickets, call 231.334.5100 or visit mynorthtickets.com

Manitou Music Festival presents the Moxie Strings
2016-08-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Studio Stage at Lake Street Studios, 6023 Lake St., Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
The Moxie Strings is the electrifying combination of fiddler, Diana Ladio, and cellist, Alison Lynn, along with percussionist, Fritz McGirr. With their feel-good melodies and foot stomping rhythms, this trio puts a fresh, enticing spin on Celtic and Americana music. Their ear-catching originals and danceworthy traditional tunes have made them one of Michigan’s most well-loved instrumental acts.

Manitou Music Festival: Moxie Strings
2016-08-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Lake Street Studios/Center Gallery, 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States

Chamber Board Meeting - August 2nd
2016-08-02 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 – meeting at The Homestead, in a meeting room at the Reception Center. When entering the property it’s the first building on the right. This is an important meeting as we regroup from the summer and start planning for the fall. If you have any agenda items please forward to Linette or Jeff.
September 6
October 4
November 1
December 6

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

Email: Jeff Gietzen | jeff@northwoodshardware.com or Linette Rouzer: lrouzer@thehomesteadresort.com

Manitou Music Festival presents the Jeremy Kittel Trio
2016-07-31 20:00 - 22:00 | Studio Stage at Lake Street Studios, 6023 Lake St., Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Jeremy Kittel is a fiddler, violinist, and composer, fluent in multiple musical genres. He moves from original Celtic compositions to Irish-tinged jazz, new grass and triplefiddle harmonies, with startling improvisations and plenty of traditional Scottish and Irish tunes. Joshua Pinkham, mandolin, and guitarist Quinn Bachand round out the trio.

Manitou Music Festival Presents the Jeremy Kittel Trio
2016-07-31 20:00 - 22:00 | Lake Street Studios/Center Gallery, 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States

Painting Demonstration: Neil Walling
2016-07-29 11:00 - 2016-08-04 15:00 | MI
Suttons Bay artist Neil Walling will conduct a painting demonstration on Saturday, July 30, 1 p.m. at Center Gallery, 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. The demonstration is part of Walling’s exhibition of new watercolor and oil paintings about Leelanau County

Walling’s life-long affection for the region has moved him to study many of the familiar Leelanau County scenes in search of something fresh to depict. The artist works primarily in one sitting, en plein air, which is an immediate, time-sensitive approach to outdoor painting.

The show runs through Aug. 4. For more information, please call 231/334-3179.

Leelanau Love Affair: New Paintings by Neil Walling
2016-07-29 11:00 - 2016-08-04 15:00 | MI
Suttons Bay artist Neil Walling continues his love affair with Leelanau County in a new group of watercolor and oil paintings starting July 29 at Center Gallery, 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor.

Walling’s life-long affection for the region has moved him to study many of the familiar Leelanau County scenes in search of something fresh to depict. “There are a great many scenes in the county, but I always look for something unexpected or overlooked by the casual observer,” he said. “Fish Town is a good example. It has been painted by many fine artists, so my goal is to see it from a new perspective.” Walling works paints in one sitting, en plein air, which is an immediate, time-sensitive approach to outdoor painting.

As part of his exhibition, Walling will conduct a painting demonstration on Saturday, July 30, 1 p.m. at the gallery.

The show runs through Aug. 4. For more information, please call 231/334-3179.

Talk About Art: Kathleen Stocking's 'Long Arc'
2016-07-28 19:00 - 20:00 | MI
Award-winning essayist Kathleen Stocking discusses her new memoir, The Long Arc of the Universe – Travels Beyond the Pale, July 28, 7 p.m. at the Glen Arbor Art Association, 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. The summer edition of the GAAA’s “Talk About Art” series brings the Leelanau County writer back to her home turf to discuss the world travels that became this new work of creative nonfiction. “Talk About Art”®, now in its eighth year, is a series of free conversational interviews with area artists. No reservations are required.
The Long Arc of the Universe, published in 2016, is the newest installment in a trilogy of collected essays. The first book, Letters from the Leelanau in 1991, stays close to home on the Leelanau Peninsula. Lake Country in 1994 explores the author’s experiences from Ann Arbor to the Upper Peninsula in Michigan. Like the two previous books, this one begins in, and always returns to, Lake Leelanau. However, in The Long Arc of the Universe, Stocking takes us all over the world: to California, where she taught writing in the state prison system; to El Salvador, where she taught the children of the ruling oligarchs; to Thailand and Romania, where she was a teacher mentor with the Peace Corps; and to London, to research her family’s English roots.
Stocking grew up above Sleeping Bear Bay in Glen Arbor, the daughter of lumberman Pierce Stocking, a veteran of the Civilian Conservation Corps, whose name graces the scenic drive in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, and Eleanor Stocking, the head of the English Department at the Traverse City High School through the 1960s and 1970s. Stocking holds a B.A. in English from the University of Michigan and an M.F.A. from Warren Wilson College in North Carolina. She has received numerous awards over the years for her writing. Stocking’s essays have been paired with work by E. B. White and Annie Dillard in four major college textbooks and praised for her easy-going style and pithy observations.

Glen Arbor Cherry Tours
2016-07-28 13:30 - 16:00, 2016-07-28 10:00 - 12:30 | Cherry Republic
Join Cherry Republic with a packed and lively tour aboard the Big Red Bus into the heart and soul of the “Cherry Republic.” See and learn how farmers harvest, wash and pit cherries. Watch the crew at Cherry Republic turn those ruby red morsels of joy into Original Cherry Salsa. Taste a product fresh off the assembly line! Hear first hand from the President, Bob Sutherland, the endearing and humorous stories surrounding this heartfelt company.
Tour dates
Thursdays 10 am & 1:30 pm | Duration about 2-2.5hrs
June 30th, July 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
$25 per person, 12 and under free.
Sign up on the Cherry Republic website: http://www.cherryrepublic.com/experience/ga-tours/
Call 231.334.3150 or email info@cherryrepublic.com

Manitou Music Festival presents The Crane Wives
2016-07-27 20:00 - 22:00 | Lake Street Studios/Center Gallery, 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
The Crane Wives are a home grown indie-folk group that defies musical stereotypes. They utilize three-part harmonies, eclectic instrumentation, and a passion for songs crafted to create music that is both accessible and innovative. Their live show features contagious energy with original music that ranges from quiet ballads to danceable groove.

Alison DeCamp, author of My Near Death Adventures, I Almost Died. Again Book Signing
2016-07-27 11:00 - 11:30 | Cottage Book Shop, 5989 Lake St, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Alison DeCamp, author of My Near Death Adventures, I Almost Died. Again
Wednesday, July 27 at 11:00 a.m.
Storytime, book signing and craft.
My Near Death Adventures, I Almost Died. Again
By Alison DeCamp
Crown $16.99
It is 1895 in Michigan. But now, instead of helping out rough-and-tumble lumberjacks, Stanley Slater (aka Stan the Man) must go to school. And on top of that, he has to look after Cuddy, a younger boy, before and after school. When his ne’er-do-well father shows up in town, Stan finally has a chance to meet the man he s dreamed about for so long. Plus, it will give Stan a chance to impress the infamous Captain Slater.) But Captain Slater isn t quite what Stan expected. In fact, Stan isn t so sure he wants to be like his dad Captain Slater at all. A knee-slapping and engaging tale!
(Ages 8 and up)

Tuesday Tea and Talk Series
2016-07-26 15:00 - 16:00 | Becky Thatcher Designs, 5795 Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Explore the backgrounds of unique gemstones while enjoying tea in Becky’s garden. This weeks topic is Beryls, with aquamarine, morganite & emeralds.

Running Bear 5K Run/Walk & 1/2 Mile Kids Run
2016-07-26 09:00 - 11:00 | Cherry Republic
Yes, this is the 10th Birthday for the Glen Arbor Women’s Club “Running Bear 5K Run/Walk & 1/2 Mile Kids’ Run.”

Join us for the celebration on Tuesday, July 26th, at 9:00 a.m. in front of Cherry Republic on Lake St. in Glen Arbor, Michigan. This is a favorite event for both local residents and visitors. The 5K is open to everyone. You can run or walk so our young runners and our seniors can both take part. We’ve made it a family affair with our 1/2 Mile Kids’ Run for the little ones. The children get to run with the Bear and take home a ribbon along with coupons for an ice cream cone from Riverfront Ice Cream and a game of miniature golf provided by Dale’s Putt-Putt. So bring the whole family and enjoy a great morning!

The main focus of this event is to earn money for scholarships for our great high school seniors. This year we gave out six scholarships each for $2000.00. They were awarded to Rowan James Brady, Anne Marie Dunklow, Chris Lodge, Garrett Schaub, Seneca Stairs and Jolene Therrien. Congratulations Seniors! The Glen Arbor Women’s Club is extremely proud to have given out over $100,000.00 in scholarship money during these 10 years.

Be sure to arrive early and join us at 8:40 a.m. for a warm-up for our runners and walkers by Lorie Lenhard, from Lorie’s Pilates located in the Village Sampler. Local entertainer Pat Niemesto from the group New Third Coast and Cherry Republic’s own Lexi Galla will start the run with the National Anthem. Our Mascot, Running Bear, will be on hand to cheer on all the runners and charm the children. He loves his photo shots!

our winner in 2015, Zach Ripley crossing the finish line

The 5K begins at 9:00 a.m. and the Kids’ Run will follow at 9:05 a.m. The run will leave from the corner of Lake and State Streets. After the run, join the “Celebration!” The 1st and 2nd place winners of 10 age categories as well as the male and female over-all best winners will be announced. They will all receive metals and prizes from Cherry Republic and Crystal River Outfitters and the Cyclery. We will have lots of great food and a raffle drawing for over fifty prizes for everyone entered in the 5K. You must be present to win.

Come out and wish Running Bear a Happy 10th Birthday! The cost is $15 for the 5K Run/Walk ($18, the day of the run) and $5 for the Kids’ Run.

You can register online at www.runningbearrun.com, register early on Monday, July 25th at the Glen Arbor Town Hall from 10 – 4, or Tuesday morning from 7:30 – 8:45 a.m. before the start of the Run. Early registered runners can also pick up their bibs at the Town Hall on Monday. T-shirts will be available for purchase there as well.

Be sure to come out and join the fun! We know you can run faster than the BEAR!!

"Backyard" Hatha Yoga & Meditation at Sleeping Bear Gallery in Empire
2016-07-26 08:30 | Sleeping Bear Gallery, 10085 W. Front St., Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Every Tuesday and Thursday Morning through the end of October Sleeping Bear Gallery is hosting Sun-Moon Yoga with Kelsea Erickson at 8:30 am (Outside in our backyard – so this is weather permitting of course). There is a $15 Drop-in Fee that is paid directly to Kelsea and she has package rates available too. A meditation session is offered at 9:30 am and it’s free (no-charge).
