Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

Shop & Sweets Sunday
2018-12-23 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Detroit) | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
The Inaugural Shop & Sweets Sunday to take place Sunday, Dec. 23rd, from 11 am – 3 pm in Glen Arbor.
Introducing a new event to bring some extra holiday cheer to Glen Arbor during the final shopping days of the holiday season. Do some last minute shopping throughout town and find some sweet entertainment for young ones! From 11-3 on Sunday, Dec. 23 participating businesses will have family & kid-friendly activities like: Cookie Decorating, Hot Cocoa, Smore’s and other sweets to share with shoppers.
Participating Businesses include:
•Cottage Book Shop, •M22 Glen Arbor, •Coastal, •Art’s Tavern, •Cherry Republic, •The Sportsman Shop, •Riverfront Pizza & Specialties, •Glen Arbor Wines, •Becky Thatcher Designs
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If your business would like to participate, please email katy@crystalriveroutfitters.com by December 10th to be included the promoting of this event.

Christmas Miracle Mile - Ugly Sweater 5k
2018-12-22 11:00 | Cherry Public House, 6026 South Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Cherry Republic of Glen Arbor introduces the “Christmas Miracle Mile – an Ugly Sweater dash” on Saturday, Dec 22nd starting at 11am.
Run half a mile and back, drink some cocoa or a craft beer then take off for another lap!
Fun for the whole family, $20 Adults, $10 for kids to participate, ages 12 and under FREE.
Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers including Cherry Republic swag, race drink and a $10 Public House voucher.
Run Sign up here

The Bells of Saint Mary's
2018-12-15 19:30 - 21:00 | Glen Lake Community Reformed Church, 4902 W MacFarlane Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
The Glen Arbor Players ring in the holidays with “The Bells of Saint Mary’s,” a Christmas-time classic. Performances are December 14 + 15, 7:30 pm at the Glen Lake Community Reformed Church, 4902 W. MacFarlane Road, Burdickville.
“The Bells of Saint Mary’s” debuted in 1945 as a film drama produced and directed by Leo McCarey, and starring Bing Crosby and Ingrid Bergman. The story centers on a priest and a nun, who, despite their good-natured rivalry, try to save their school from being shut down. The Glen Arbor Players’ production is adapted from the 1947 radio script. GAP veteran player Ron Smith directs this production.
The performances are free. No reservations are required. The Glen Arbor Players is a project of the Glen Arbor Arts Center. For more information, go to
GlenArborArt.org, and click on THEATER.

The Bells of Saint Mary's Dec 14
2018-12-14 19:30 - 21:00 | Glen Lake Community Reformed Church, 4902 W MacFarlane Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States

Little Artists
2018-12-14 09:30 - 11:00
Parents and Caregivers are invited to “Little Artists,” a program designed towards pre-school age children and includes interactive, process-based projects that nurture natural creativity. Each session is hosted at the Glen Arbor Arts Center and includes a story, snack, multiple stations to explore and features a unique interactive, hands-on project. Instructor Michelle Aucello guides parents and children to work together to to create an amazing seasonally inspired or holiday themed project to take-home each session. Each class is 90 minutes on select Friday mornings, which also includes a small snack.
“Little Artists” is a drop-in program is $15 per child/adult, and $5 for any additional children. Non-participating infants less than 1 year are welcome at no charge. For additional information, please call the GAAC at 231/334-6112

Michelle Aucello is an educator with 26 years of experience. Michelle taught first and second grade in Honolulu, Hawaii for 13 years as well as classes on Early Literacy at the University of Hawaii. Michele also worked with Honolulu Family Magazine as a contributor, blogging about food and crafts and providing educational tips for parents. In 2017 Michelle successfully developed a new program for the GAAC called Little Artists which explores creative projects for preschool children and their parents/caregivers.

Girl's Night Out: Glen Arbor
2018-12-13 16:00 - 19:30 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
NEW event this December, participating businesses are staying open later for “Glen Arbor Girl’s Night Out” on Thursday, Dec 13, from 4 – 7:30 pm. Each will offer their own discounts/specials, drinks, treats and giveaways!
Participating businesses include:
•Northwoods Home and Gift, •The Cottage Book Shop, •M22 Glen Arbor, •Coastal, •Glen Arbor Wines
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Interested?
Email katy@crystalriveroutfitters.com to have your business included the promoting this new event.

Winter Songs and Carols
2018-12-07 19:30 - 21:00 | The Leelanau School, 1 Old Homestead Road, Glen Arbor, Michigan, 49636
Manitou Winds celebrates the coming season with a concert of “Winter Songs & Carols,” December 7, 7:30 pm at The Leelanau School, 1 Old Homestead Road, Glen Arbor. An evening intertwining chamber music with song and spoken word, the annual concert is sponsored by the Glen Arbor Arts Center. It’s open to the public without charge.
The ancient Celts divided the year into a light half (May-September) and a dark half (November- April), seeing the dark half as the beginning. Inspired by this traditional view of the seasons, Manitou Winds created a program of music exploring winter as a beginning rather than an end. The eclectic program will contain both traditional music and original compositions performed on colorful combinations of instruments, reflecting a sense of optimism for what lies ahead in the New Year.
Founded in 2014, Manitou Winds is a versatile chamber ensemble comprised of five musicians who perform on many different instruments throughout their programs. In this December concert, Emily Curtin Culler, soprano, and Jan Ross, narrator, join the quintet. For more information please go to GlenArborArt.org, and click on EVENTS. No reservations required.

Little Artists
2018-12-07 09:30 - 11:00, 2018-11-30 09:30 - 11:00, 2018-11-16 09:30, 2018-11-09 09:30 - 11:00, 2018-11-02 09:30 - 11:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636

Glen Arbor Holiday Marketplace
2018-11-24 10:00 - 15:30 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
Shop an amazing breadth of handcrafted, locally made goods from 30+ Artisans during the Glen Arbor Holiday Marketplace.
Saturday, November 24th 2018 from 10am – 3:30pm at the Glen Arbor Township Hall.
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Also featuring a variety of beautiful Holiday Greenery for sale!!!

Meet Santa & Mrs. Claus from 11am-1:30pm. They will be at the Glen Arbor Holiday Market with some little toys and goodies! Bring the kids and your own camera for some great photo opportunities and fun.

NEW this year:
During the event, visit and shop additional artists located at these nearby locations:
• M22 Glen Arbor, • Northwoods Home & Gift and • Art’s Tavern Annex.

Questions? Artisans/Vendors may contact Patricia, our event organizer, at: patricia@glenarborbnb.com / 847.570.4891
Open to the public. No admission fee.

> Don’t Miss the Holiday Marketplace Preview Party on Friday the 23rd with Tree Lighting and Caroling from 6:15-8pm

Did you know?
This Saturday is also the national #shopsmall Saturday, presented by American Express. Enjoy the benefits of local shops and restaurants that participate!

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Holiday Marketplace Preview Party
2018-11-23 18:15 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
Friday November 23rd, 2018
Tree Lighting & Caroling | 6:15pm | Event on Facebook
Holiday Market Preview Party | 6:30-8pm | Event on Facebook
at the Glen Arbor Township Hall
Glen Arbor’s Annual Tree Lighting, (located outside in front of the Glen Arbor Town Hall), happens promptly at 6:15pm. NEW this year, we’ll have professionally led Caroloing as well. Bundle up and bring the family out for some holiday cheer, with donuts provided by Art’s Tavern.
The Holiday Market “Preview Party” is located inside the Town Hall immediately following the tree lighting. Mingle, shop and get first picks of all the artisan goods during the Holiday Marketplace preview party, from 6:30-8pm!
A variety of lovely Holiday Greenery is also for sale at this event.
No admission fee, Open to the Public.

> Plus, Shop the Holiday Marketplace on Saturday from 10am-3:30pm
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Bed Parade
2018-11-23 09:00 - 09:30 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
NEW! This will be the 2nd annual “Glen Arbor Bed Parade” for those who’d rather sleep in on Black Friday but do something fun Thanksgiving weekend.
Before and After the “Bed Parade” you may shop local retailers and dine at local eateries in and around Glen Arbor, MI.
Open to the public, any individual or business may participate in this event. Decorate a bed and wheel it out! Home Made Jam Bars by Art’s Tavern and Prizes will be awarded to participants!
Questions? Contact Organizers/Sponsors: Becky and Cookie Thatcher. Email: becky@beckythatcherdesigns.com or 314-422-5252

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Marketing for this event provided in part by the Glen Lake Chamber.

PJ Party ~ Better than Black Friday Shopping in Glen Arbor
2018-11-23 06:30 - 09:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Shop the “PJ Party” in Glen Arbor for a “Better than Black Friday” experience.
Friday, November 23rd at a NEW time this year from: 6:30-9am*
Participating retailers offer specials during the event hours on Friday, November 23rd, from 6:30-9am. Come out to shop dressed comfy and festive in your PJ’s! Following the event, plan to grab a warm drink and a bite to eat too!
*Must visit participating businesses in Glen Arbor:
• Art’s Tavern
• Becky Thatcher’s “Pop-Up” Shop, located at the corner of Lake St & M-22 (Western Ave)
• Coastal
• Cottage Book Shop
• Cherry Republic
• Glen Arbor Wines
• M22 Glen Arbor
• Northwoods Home & Gift
• Northwoods Hardware | Home & Garden
• The Sportsman Shop

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“Talk About Art” What is an artist’s residency?
2018-11-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
The GAAC AIR Collection exhibition also includes two related programs: Friday, November 9: Glen Arbor painter Harvey Gordon, a past chairperson of the AIR
Committee, offers “A Radical Perspective of Art,” a Brown Bag art history presentation at 12 noon. This event is free and open to the public.
Sunday, November 11: What is an artist’s residency? A panel of working artists who have all enjoyed artists’ residencies — Margo Burian, Lori Feldpausch and Joan Richmond — talk about how an artist’s residency figures into a studio practice. Presented as part of the “Talk About Art” series. 2 pm in the GAAC gallery. No charge.
The Glen Arbor Arts Center spotlights its permanent collection of works by more than 40 artists who have enjoyed a two-week residency in the GAAC’s Artist-in-Residence [AIR] program. The exhibition runs November 9 – December 21 at the GAAC, 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor.
Artists who enjoy a residency in the AIR program often make a gift of work to the GAAC at the end of their stay. It is a practice that was initiated more than a decade ago, and has allowed the GAAC to build a permanent collection and a record of AIRs’ work. This program of artists’ residencies began in the 1990s at the initiation of the late Suzanne Wilson, one of the GAAC’s
founders. Wilson handpicked visual artists for the program, and found area friends to house them. Today, a committee of seven volunteers administer the program. The GAAC offers seven residencies each year from May to October. A selection of work by Suzanne Wilson will also be part of this exhibition.
For more information about these activities, go to GlenArborArt and click on EVENTS. In November and December, the GAAC is open Monday through Friday 9 am – 3:30 pm, and noon
– 4 pm on Sundays.

“A Radical Perspective of Art,” a Brown Bag art history presentation
2018-11-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636

Artist Opening | Plein Air Painters at City Opera House
2018-11-07 17:00 - 19:00 | City Opera House, 106 E. Front Street, Traverse City, MI, 49684, United States
Plein Air Painters of Northwest Michigan invite you to the “Just Great Art Exhibit” at the City Opera House, 106 E. Front Street, Traverse City. Twelve artists from Leelanau, Grand Traverse, and Benzie counties will have over 100 pieces of work on display. The show runs 2 November 2018 until 2 January 2019. It is open M-F from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The opening reception is Wednesday, 7 November from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A portion of proceeds from sales benefit the Opera House.

Ethnic Polish Night
2018-11-03 | The Manor on Glen Lake, 7345 W Glenmere Rd, Empire, MI, United States
The Manor on Glen Lake is offering special “Ethnic Polish Night” to their Menu, Saturday November 3rd.
Please call (231)334 0150 to make your Reservation!

Kids Halloween Party in Empire
2018-10-31 17:30 - 19:00 | Empire Township Hall, 10088 W. Front Street, Empire, MI , Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Join us for a spook-tacuar Halloween party! Dress up in your finest, your scariest or your funniest costumes!

Wed, October 31 from 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Kids Halloween Party at the Empire Township Hall,
Empire, MI 49630
Halloween Party for all children in the Empire Community Area
Sponsored By The Empire Area Community Center.

Trick or Treat in Glen Arbor
2018-10-28 12:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Join the Glen Arbor community, for a fun Sunday afternoon of Trick or Treating! Dress up in your Halloween finest and bring your family, friends and neighbors for treats from all participating businesses. This is a wonderful, walkable event, open to the public, and free for all to enjoy!
Sunday October 28th, 2018
12-3pm
Beyond trick or treating, it’s a great time of year to shop off-season sales, see the end of fall colors, get some locally-sourced gifts for the Holidays and dine at a variety of eateries.
Enjoy plenty of family-friendly recreation from a simple hike in the National Park, take a bike ride on the new section of the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, play at the Glen Arbor community park, or take a relaxing scenic drive.
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Prime Rib Saturday
2018-10-27 | The Manor on Glen Lake, 7345 W Glenmere Rd, Empire, MI, United States
The Manor on Glen Lake is offering Prime Rib as a Special on their menu, Saturday, Oct. 27th!
Please call (231)334 0150 to make your Reservation!

Little Artists Oct. 26
2018-10-26 09:30 - 11:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
The “Little Artists” program returns Friday, October 5. Each session is geared towards pre-school age children and includes interactive, process-based projects that nurture natural creativity. Each session starts with a short discussion, a story, and then an interactive, hands-on project. Parents and children will work together to make and take home amazing art each week.
October “Little Artists” classes are on Fridays, October 5, 12, and 26 from 9:30 am – 11:00 am. Each class is 90 minutes, and begins with a theme-setting story told by instructor Michele Aucello and includes a small snack.
“Little Artists” is a drop-in program costing $15 per child/adult, and $5 for any additional children. Non-participating infants less than 1 year are welcome at no charge. For additional information, please call the GAAC at 231/334-6112

Michelle Aucello is an educator with 26 years of experience. Michelle taught first and second grade in Honolulu, Hawaii for 13 years as well as classes on Early Literacy at the University of Hawaii. Michele also worked with Honolulu Family Magazine as a contributor, blogging about food and crafts and providing educational tips for parents. In 2017 Michelle successfully developed a new program for the GAAC called Little Artists which explores creative projects for preschool children and their parents/caregivers.

Fall Member Dinner at Cherry Public House
2018-10-23 17:30 - 19:30 | Cherry Public House, 6026 South Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Glen Lake Chamber ~ Fall Dinner
Tuesday, October 23rd
At Cherry Public House
5:30 social, 6pm Dinner & MeetingMenu
ENTREE SELECTIONS:
(All entrees that come with salad)
•Wild Mushroom Pasta
•Whitefish
•Chicken

Entree, one pour of wine or beer, and Dessert for $25.
Please join us!
RSVP with your menu selection ASAP to Kathy Baarstad via email: kathyb@cherryrepublic.com

Glen Lake Chamber Members, colleagues, community members & friends, welcome to attend with an RSVP.

Glen Arbor Pumpkin Fest
2018-10-20 12:00 - 15:00
Glen Arbor Pumpkin Festival
Join the the community for a fun, family friendly celebration of fall.
Saturday, October 20th, 2018 | 12 – 3pm

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Festivities include:
Costume Parade, Pie Eating Contest, Pumpkin Carving, Kid friendly activities like Face Painting and Fun Games! There will be a food, a Live Music Performance and NEW this year, Lord of the Gourd will be doing a demonstration! Pumpkin Fest will be held at the newly renovated Glen Arbor Township Park (located at the corner of M-22 & State Street).
Event Schedule:
12:00 – Festival Opens: •Games, •Pumpkin Carving, •Face Painting by Painted Lady Face Art, •Smock’s Craft Tables
12-2 – Lord of the Gourd Demonstrations
12-3 – Music provided by DJ Miles Pendergast
12:30 – Costume Parade for children with prizes given to winners in a range of categories
1:00 – Pet Parade
1:30 – Cake Walk
2:00 – Pie Eating Contest
3:00 – Games & Pumpkin Carving End
6:00 – Carved Pumpkins displayed on Town Park walls and lit for an artistic spectacle.
Please return Saturday evening or early on Sunday to pickup your pumpkin(s).
Open to the public. $5 Donation suggested to participate in Activities, ages 3 and under Free.
Rain Plan: If it’s raining or inclement weather, we will host Pumpkin Fest at the Glen Arbor Town Hall instead of the Town Park.
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Celebrating one of our favorite season’s in the county, Expect peak colors for fall color tours, shopping & dining in and around Glen Arbor.

Volunteers & Sponsors!
Please contact our event organizer, Patricia at: prwid@rcn.com if you are interested in volunteering in the planning or at the event.
Sponsors get publicized in event posts online, called out in Social Media posts, listed in the Press Release, Event Program. Names will also be seen on event signage.
Sponsors ~ Thank You
Presented by the Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce, this event was made possible by:
•Glen Arbor Bed & Breakfast & Cottages •Crystal River Outfitters Recreational District •The Homestead •Cherry Republic •Leelanau Vacation Rentals •Momentum •Cottage Book Shop •Art’s Tavern •Northwoods Hardware •Quick Storage •Serbin Real Estate
•Century 21/Northland Vacation Rentals •Leelanau Coffee Roasting •Devette & Ford Insurance Agency •Riverfront Deli, Pizza & Specialties
Thank You to all of this year’s volunteers!

Romancing the Heartland: American Regionalism
2018-10-17 12:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
The Glen Arbor Arts Center presents “Romancing the Heartland: American Regionalism,” a visual exploration of the work of the Regionalists, a uniquely American art movement that flourished in the years between the world wars. This brown bag art history presentation is Wednesday, October 17, noon at the GAAC, 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. Linda Young,
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Director of Museum Education [retired], leads this hour-long survey.
Part of a larger movement, the American Scene painters, American Regionalism focused on scenes of rural America — even as that way of life was fast disappearing. Not being part of a coordinated movement, Regional artists depicted and struck themes of rural conservation. Presented as part of the GAAC’s exhibition agriCULTURE: Barnyards and Farmscapes, Linda Young’s talk will highlight the work of Grant Wood, Thomas Hart Benton, John Steuart Curry and others.
Admission is $10 for GAAC members, $15 for nonmembers.
Please register in advance: GlenArborArt.org. agriCULTURE is supported in part by the Michigan Humanities Council and the National Endowment for the Humanities.

HERITAGE DAY Oct 13 2018
2018-10-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Empire Area Museum, 11544 S Lacore St , Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Empire Area Museum Complex presents HERITAGE DAY

Saturday, October 13th 1-4 P.M.

Featuring:
1919 Roen’s motorcar……. Dune cars
Old time bicycles. Quilt tickets
Demonstrations in….Maple sugar candy, Butter Churning, Apple Cider, Apple Butter, Sauerkraut , Moomers Ice Cream and more
Old time music in many forms.
Hit and Miss Engine Demonstrations
Old cars,, trucks, tractors
Village walking tours
Quilt raffle at 3:30 PM

FREE POPCORN and FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!!!!

Little Artists Oct. 12
2018-10-12 09:30 - 11:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
The “Little Artists” program returns for October 2018! Each session is geared towards pre-school age children and includes interactive, process-based projects that nurture natural creativity. Each session starts with a short discussion, a story, and then an interactive, hands-on project. Parents and children will work together to make and take home amazing art each week.
October “Little Artists” classes are on Fridays, October 5, 12, and 26 from 9:30 am – 11:00 am. Each class is 90 minutes, and begins with a theme-setting story told by instructor Michele Aucello and includes a small snack.
“Little Artists” is a drop-in program costing $15 per child/adult, and $5 for any additional children. Non-participating infants less than 1 year are welcome at no charge. For additional information, please call the GAAC at 231/334-6112

Michelle Aucello is an educator with 26 years of experience. Michelle taught first and second grade in Honolulu, Hawaii for 13 years as well as classes on Early Literacy at the University of Hawaii. Michele also worked with Honolulu Family Magazine as a contributor, blogging about food and crafts and providing educational tips for parents. In 2017 Michelle successfully developed a new program for the GAAC called Little Artists which explores creative projects for preschool children and their parents/caregivers.

Anne Kauff | Artist in Residence Talk
2018-10-11 19:30 - 20:30 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
After a year’s hiatus for construction, the Glen Arbor Arts Center’s Artist-in- Residence [AIR] program resumed in May 2018. This program of working residencies was established in the 1990s, and now attracts applicants from throughout the United States. Anne Kauff, one of seven artists selected for a 2018 GAAC residency, will immerse herself in the Port Oneida Rural Historic District, scouting for subjects that will be the basis of concept-driven paintings of rural farms and barns. Kauff lives and works in Illinois.
Kauff will offer a conversational review of her residency on Thursday, October 11, 7:30 pm at the GAAC gallery. The GAAC is located at 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. The presentation is free and open to the public. For more information, please go to: GlenArborArt.org
