"The Sky Is Always There" - Exhibit Opening Reception
2025-01-10 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | 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.

Trivia Night!
2025-01-12 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-01-19 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-01-26 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-02-02 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-02-09 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-02-16 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!

Live Music at French Valley: Rob Coonrod
2025-01-16 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.

French Valley’s Locals Night
2025-01-16 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-01-23 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-01-30 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-02-06 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-02-13 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-02-20 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!

Euchre Night at Town Hall
2025-01-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Town Hall, MI, United States
EUCHRE NIGHT AT TOWN HALL
Save the date – January 16, 6-8 pm
Partner not needed. Bring an appetizer to pass, a beverage, and a deck of cards. Free.

Nature Sketching and Journaling - January 18 - 10:00 AM
2025-01-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
The Sleeping Bear Nature Group will kick off the new year with another inspiring and educational outing, lead by artist and environmentalist Penny Krebiehl. This month’s meeting will begin with a recorded lecture from the recent Wild Wonder Conference with presenter Kate Rutter, entitled Celebrating Place Using the Four S’s: Scenes, Senses, Spaces, and Souvenirs. At 11:15, the group will then depart for a guided field trip to Lake Ann State Park. Be sure to pack pencils/pens, paper or drawing book/journal, water bottle, snacks/lunch, and dress for the cool, chilly weather with comfy walking shoes, and your curiosity.Registration is not mandatory, but is helpful in case there is a change in the schedule or bad weather issues: 231-326-5361, or info@glenlakelibrary.net.

Live Music at French Valley: Keith Scott
2025-01-23 16:00 - 19:00
Join us Thursday, January 23rd, at French Valley Vineyard for an unforgettable evening of live music by Keith Scott, while enjoying exquisite wine, refreshing beer, and crisp cider!
Keith Scott is a remarkably versatile, Chicago-based blues/rock guitarist, who has been working his way methodically up through the blues ranks since his parents bought him his first guitar at age 14 and his young ears heard Muddy Waters in 1980.

Live Music at French Valley: Jesse Jefferson
2025-01-30 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!

Empire School Redevelopment Plan
2025-02-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Learn about the exciting new proposal to restore and revitalize Empire’s historic School House. Revitalize LLC and building owner Joe VanEsly will discuss their vision for this community landmark. They’ll share the same presentation that same evening at the 7:00 pm meeting of the Village of Empire Planning Commission.

Live Music at French Valley: Rhett & John
2025-02-06 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!

Galentine's Night in Glen Arbor
2025-02-07 16:00 - 19:00
Galentine’s Night in Glen Arbor

Grab your friends and head out to Glen Arbor on Friday, Feb. 7th, from 4-7 pm, for an evening to shop, eat, drink, and recreate! Follow, invite, and share the Galentines with your friends on Facebook.

Participating businesses include:

Glen Arbor Wines – $5 red wine/truffle pairing featuring Grocer’s Daughter Chocolate
Cherry Public House – Flight of Wine + Crepes
Inn & Trail Gourmet – 15% off storewide + special treats
Cottage Book Shop – “Blind Date with a Book”
M22 Store Glen Arbor – 20% storewide + Sweet Treats and Wine
Coastal – 20% storewide + Sweet Treats and Wine
Glen Arbor Bed & Breakfast – “PAINT A PAL” and tour the new spaces
Art’s Tavern – Ask about Galentine’s drink special!
Leelanau Coffee – We’ll help keep you going and warm you up! Buy 1 get one 50% off all coffee drinks!
The Mill – Rose wine spritz drink special
La Becasse – $9 Pink Drinks

Gallery Walk and Talk: Two New Exhibits
2025-02-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Take a stroll through the GAAC’s current exhibits, The Sky Is Aways There and Reflections In Water. Join in a conversational discussion of the exhibitions with Sarah Bearup-Neal, GAAC Gallery Manager. FREE. Enjoy both exhibits in person and online here: https://glenarborart.org/exhibits/

Author Lisa Rabey
2025-02-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Local author Lisa Rabey will read from her new short story “Love in the Time of Cherry Season”. It’s included in the romance anthology “Love on the Lakefront” a collection of 12 short stories, all set against the backdrop of the Great Lakes. With special treats from Grocer’s Daughter, this will be a great warm up for Valentine’s Day!

Live Music at French Valley: Luke Woltanski
2025-02-13 16:00 | 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 Luke Woltanski while enjoying exquisite wine, refreshing beer, and crisp cider!

Chili Cook-Off + Perch Fishing Contest
2025-02-15 12:00 - 14:30 | Boonedocks, 5858 Manitou Vw, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
The annual Chili Cook-Off is slated to take place on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from noon to 2:30 p.m. (if enough participants offer their delicious chilis!) on the deck at Boonedocks in Glen Arbor. This fan-favorite event promises a flavorful showdown and celebration of winter in Northern Michigan! Dress for the weather.
Admission to the chili cook-off is $15 per person, ages 6 and up. The cost of admission includes all the chili samples! Kids under 6 enter for free.
Perch Fishing Contest
Weather conditions are good this year for ice fishing! Captain Bob will be hosting the annual Perch Fishing contest with sign-up at The Sportsman Shop from 6:30 – 7 am. Fishing on the Big and Little Glen Perch ONLY. $30 Entry Fee which includes entry to chili cook-off. 100% payout to winners. Weigh in will take place at Sportsman Shop at 1 pm SHARP.

Ready to Spice Things Up? Enter Your Chili!
There may still be room for additional contenders to join the chili frenzy. Whether you’re a seasoned chili chef or a first-timer, consider entering your chili as a family, business, or group of friends. It’s a fantastic way to showcase your skills and support a good cause. Proceeds from this event go to Glen Lake School Scholarships and local charities. Contact owner/event coordinator Stephanie at Boonedocks to secure your spot in the lineup. Call Stephanie to confirm your participation at (231) 218-0009‬

Luke Woltanski Live!
2025-02-15 14:00 - 17:00
The amazingly talented Luke Woltanski performs at Glen Arbor Wines on Saturday, February 15 from 2 to 5 p.m. Enjoy the Chilicookoff then come warm up with great wine and music!

Living Soil Seminar
2025-02-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Haven of Hope Church, 7801 E. Harry’s Rd, Traverse City, United States
You’re invited to learn how to improve your soil with regenerative and organic solutions to produce better crops!
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2025
The seminar will be located at: HAVEN OF HOPE CHURCH
7801 E. Harry’s Rd,, Traverse City, MI ; doors open at 8:00 am. Seminar from 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.
TO REGISTER, CALL (231) 360-0243.
Fee is $60 per person. Light breakfast and lunch included!
FEATURING PLANT & SOIL CONSULTANTS: Dane Terrill, Crop Services International, and Mark Mann, American Biochar. Krull’s Composting hosts this event.
WHO WILL BENEFIT:
Farmers, Gardener, Orchardists, Viticulturists, and ANYONE using soil to produce a crop, such as: grapes, fruit trees, vegetables, field crops, pastures, lawns/landscapes, cannabis/hemp.
See full event details here: https://krullscomposting.com/2025-living-soil-seminar/

Live Music at French Valley: Highway North
2025-02-20 16:00 | French Valley Vineyard, 3655 South French Road, cedar, MI, 49621, United States
Join us Thursday, February 20th and Thursday, March 20th, at French Valley Vineyard for an unforgettable evening of live music by Highway North, while enjoying exquisite wine, refreshing beer, and crisp cider!
Highway North is an acoustic/electric duo featuring founder Mike Campbell and Jeff Oliver. With Campbell’s love of 80’s and 90’s Alternative music and Oliver’s love of Classic Rock and ballads, Highway North is positioned for a wide audience.

Live Music Friday: Chris Skellenger and Patrick Niemisto
2025-02-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Cherry Public House, 6026 South Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Ready to be serenaded into the weekend? Join us from 5-8pm to allow Chis and Patrick to do just that! It will be a great night of live music and even better company!

Empire Winterfest
2025-02-22 09:00 - 21:00 | Empire Township Hall, 10088 W. Front Street, Empire, MI , Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Empire Winterfest returns on Saturday, February 22, for a day of winter fun!
9am | Yoga at the Township Hall
12-5pm | Book Sale at the Library
12-3pm | Saunas at the Empire Beach
1pm | Polar Plunge at the Empire Beach
2-5pm | Winter Activities at Joe’s Friendly Tavern and Sleeping Bear Surf
2-4pm | Coffee Hour at Tiffany’s Cafe
4pm | Children’s Winter Storyhour at the Library
5-7pm | Soup Potluck & Music from Chris Skellenger and Paul Koss at Empire Township Hall
Bring a soup, salad, or dessert to share. BYOB
All Winterfest activities are free to attend, and the event is sponsored by the Empire Area Community Center (EACC). A freewill offering will be taken during the potluck to support EACC’s general fund, which is invested back into the community through events like this one.
