Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

Port Oneida Driving Tour
2017-07-12 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Detroit)
Learn the history of this 1800s agricultural community by exploring 4-5 of the 18 farmsteads with our tour guide. Car pool or drive individually to each farm. Meet at the Olsen Farm in Port Oneida.

Port Oneida Driving Tour
2017-07-12 10:00 - 12:00
Learn the history of this 1800s agricultural community by exploring 4-5 of the 18 farmsteads with our tour guide. Car pool or drive individually to each farm.

Tuesday Tea and Talk Series July 11
2017-07-11 15:00 - 16:00 | Becky Thatcher Designs, 5795 Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Tuesday Tea and Talk Series
Explore the backgrounds of unique gemstones while enjoying tea in Becky’s garden.
Bring a friend and join us, this is a free event.
Tuesday afternoons at 3pm from July 11-August 8th.
Becky Thatcher Designs
in Glen Arbor, Michigan
R.S.V.P. (231) 334-3826

Dune Climb Concert: The Jimmys!
2017-07-09 20:00 - 22:00
The Glen Arbor Art Association (GAAA) brings Wisconsin-based blues powerhouse The Jimmys to the Sleeping Bear Dunes for the annual Manitou Music Festival Dune Climb Concert, Sunday, July 9, 7 p.m.
Award winning keyboardist and vocalist Jimmy Voegeli leads The Jimmys. The group’s tight vocal harmonies and powerful horn lines summon the sound of Motown, as well as a blend of blues, soul, funk and R&B. There is no charge for the concert but a National Park pass is required for entry. Lawn chairs and picnic baskets are welcomed. Rain location is the Glen Arbor Town Hall. For more information, please call the GAAA at 231/334-6112; or go to: glenarborart.org.

Dune Climb Concert: The Jimmys!
2017-07-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Sleeping Bear Dunes – Dune Climb, 6748 S Dune Hwy, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States

Tragedies of the Times
2017-07-07 19:00 - 21:00
The 1800s and early 1900s had special challenges of the time related to fires, shipwrecks, accidents, drownings, mental health issues, and more. Learn about why some of these were so common as well as some uncommon incidents. Meet at the Olsen Farm in Port Oneida.

Tragedies of the Times
2017-07-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2017-06-21 19:00 - 21:00
The 1800s and early 1900s had special challenges of the time related to fires, shipwrecks, accidents, drownings, mental health issues, and more. Learn about why some of these were so common as well as some uncommon incidents. Meet at Olsen Farm in Port Oneida.

Center Gallery: Barbara Cochran/Leelanau Color and Spirit
2017-07-07 11:00 - 2017-07-13 15:00 | Center Gallery at Lake Street Studios
Maple City painter Barbara Cochran shows paintings that reflect the color and spirit of Leelanau County July 7-13 at Center Gallery, 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. An artist’s reception to open this exhibition of oil paintings is Friday, July 7, 6-8 p.m.
Cochran’s Maple City home, a working farm where she and her husband, George, grow English cider apples, is surrounded by flower and vegetable gardens, which contribute to her vocabulary of iconic Leelanau images. Cochran depicts her home, the lake and the woodlands in a palette of vibrant colors and exuberant brush work.
For more information please call Center Gallery, 231/334-3179. The gallery is open daily 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Magic Thursday Artists Opening Reception
2017-07-06 17:00 - 19:00 | City Opera House, 106 E. Front Street, Traverse City, MI, 49684, United States
The City Opera House is proud to again present the Magic Thursday Artists for a two-month art exhibition and sale July 1, 2017 through August 31, 2017. The exhibition features original fine art paintings in oil, watercolor, pastel and acrylic. A portion of all sales benefits the City Opera House.
The opening reception, with refreshments, will be held on July 6, 2017 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the City Opera House, 106 East Front Street, Traverse
The exhibition is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and during evening events.

Port Oneida Driving Tour
2017-07-05 10:00 - 12:00
Learn the history of this 1800s agricultural community by exploring 4-5 of the 18 farmsteads with our tour guide. Car pool or drive individually to each farm. Meet at Olsen Farm in Port Oneida.

4th of July
2017-07-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Celebrate Independence
Independence Day gets celebrated usually beginning the day before the 4th with some free, local live music, followed by things to do for everyone. On the “Old School House” lawn – bring your chairs/blankets. From 7 – 8pm, on July 3rd, the Northport Band plays live. FREE to attend, Donations to the Band welcomed.
On the 4th:
The Flag raising ceremony takes place at 10am in Old Settlers Park (located on the corner of Dunns Farm Road and Burdickville Road – CR 616). Organized by Glen Lake Women’s Club, the ceremony begins at 10 am with Invocation by Pastor Logsten of Empire United Methodist followed by Boy Scout Troop 105 presenting the Flag Raising paired with patriotic songs performed by Summer Singers. Key Note: Laurel Jeris / Glen Lake Woman’s Club: Daughters of Liberty – Roles of Women during the American Revolutionary War. Cookies and lemonade for everyone and Children to receive US Flags!
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 Parade downtown Glen Arbor beginning at 12pm. Parade leaves from Glen Haven then makes it’s way through to the North/East end of town.
If you’re a boater, you can join in on the boat parade 4th of July evening on Glen Lake beginning at 4pm in front of the Yacht Club.
To Participate in the Parade…
Want a front row seat at the parade? Volunteer! We always need as many parade volunteers as possible.
Volunteers can pick up a parade t-shirt at Art’s Tavern the week prior to the 4th. 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.
Want to participate in the parade? Everyone is welcome! Bikers (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.
Adventure and beauty awaits
There’s tons of things to do, in and around the Glen Arbor area. From Dining and Shopping, to the arts; Beaches & Boating and a variety of outdoor recreation; to specific places to visit that are great for kids & families. Visit our “Things to Do” page to get started on your Pure Leelanau adventure.
Visit the National Park ~ Discover a new hike, trail, scenic drive or outlook or ride.
Visit our Events page to see what other businesses and community organizations are up to.
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4th of July Hot Dog Sale (fundraiser)
2017-07-04 11:00 - 14:00
Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Glen Arbor will hold its 9th annual “fun-raiser” hot dog sale July 4th from 11:00 am till 2:00pm. Featuring Mikowski’s Market store made hot dogs.

Patriotic Music with the Nortport Community Band
2017-07-03 19:00 - 20:00
The Northport Community Band kicks off the Glen Arbor Art Association’s 2017 Manitou Music Festival season on Monday, July 3, 7 p.m. with a musical evening celebrating Independence Day. This concert of patriotic and march favorites takes place on the Old School House lawn located in Glen Arbor on M-22 directly across from the Glen Arbor Township Hall.
Founded in 1959, the Northport Community Band has developed a repertoire of familiar overtures, marches, light classics and popular favorites. Bring a lawn chair, friends and family. There is no charge. In the event of rain, the concert will take place at the Leelanau School auditorium.

Center Gallery: Craig Weisse's Own Private Empire
2017-06-30 11:00 - 2017-07-06 17:00 | Center Gallery at Lake Street Studios
Empire painter Craig Weisse exhibits independent and Impressionistic images of his shoreline community June 30-July 6 at Center Gallery, 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. A reception to open this Independence holiday exhibition is Friday, June 30, 6-8 p.m.
Weisse, a retired physician, has lived in Empire for 28 years. In that time he has focused his painting on the locality, both its natural features as well as the historical and neighborhood buildings that give this community its character. He works in gouache and oil, and strives to convey the “internalized landscape” – an emotional and nostalgic take on a place with which he is deeply familiar.
For more information, please call 231/334-3179. Center Gallery is open daily 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Glen Arbor Tennis Tournament
2017-06-30 - 2017-07-02 | Glen Arbor Tennis Courts & Park, Corner of S Ray Street/M22 & State St., Glen Arbor , MI, 49636, United States
2017 GLEN ARBOR TENNIS TOURNAMENT
June 30th – July 2nd
ALL DOUBLES, played in our beautiful Glen Arbor park and at Leelanau Schools!
Events:
Friday, June 30th – Women’s Doubles* and luncheon
Saturday, July 1st – Men’s Doubles* and Mixed-Doubles* Draws
Sunday, July 2nd – Semi’s and Finals of Men’s Doubles and Mixed-Doubles
*each team is guaranteed at least 2 matches
Cost:
$50.00 (per player) – Women’s Doubles (Open and Senior) and Luncheon, by Cherry Republic, prizes for winners and door prizes donated by local businesses and artists, T-shirt included.
$25.00 (per player) – Men’s Doubles (Open and Senior) and Mixed Doubles, includes T-shirt, sack lunch provided by Cherry Republic and prizes donated by local businesses.
How to Enter:
Get your partners lined up, email or call me with the names of your team ASAP – last day to enter is Tuesday, June 27th. The tourney will have 2 separate draws in both the Women’s and Men’s Doubles. The Open Draw and the Senior Draw. If you have any questions where you might fit, please give me a call or email.
Kim Guilbeau – kimguilbeau@gmail.com or 517.420.3112 cell
ALL money raised from this tournament goes back into our Glen Arbor Park! A big thank you to both Cherry Republic and Anderson’s Market for once again sponsoring our tournament, this allows us to raise even more money towards improving our beautiful park!

Port Oneida Driving Tour
2017-06-28 10:00 - 12:00
Learn the history of this 1800s agricultural community by exploring 4-5 of the 18 farmsteads with our tour guide. Car pool or drive individually to each farm. Meet at Olsen Farm.

Preservation Workshop: Treat Farm
2017-06-28 08:00 - 12:00
Work alongside the National Park maintenance crew to help pour the concrete to repair the chicken shed floor at the Treat Farm. Please register for the workshop by emailing us at phsb@leelanau.com. Directions: M-22 south of Empire; right on Stormer road; go 1/4 mile past Farm on left to park gate before the curve. Park and walk the 1/4 miles to the farm.

Star Party
2017-06-24 16:00 - 23:00 | Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, 9922 Front Street Highway M-72, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Join Park Rangers and astronomers from the Grand Traverse Astronomical Society (GTAS) on Saturday, June 24 at the Dune Climb parking lot. On this date, two events offer you opportunities to focus on the sky. The first event is from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM, and will allow visitors to safely view our closest star, the Sun, using a solar telescope. The second event will be from 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and is a great chance to view distant galaxies and star clusters, as well as the evening planets of Jupiter and Saturn. Please park in the row furthest from the dunes with your headlights facing M-109.The event will be cancelled for inclement weather or if the stars are not visible due to cloudy weather conditions. The decision to cancel will be made two hours in advance of the event; please call 231-326-4700, ext. 5005, for a voicemail message with the decision.

Traverse City Wine and Cider Festival
2017-06-24 15:00 - 21:00 | The Village at Grand Traverse Commons, 830 Cottageview Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49684, United States
This year’s Traverse City Wine and Cider Festival will be celebrating the region’s award winning wines and, new this year, many local ciders on tap. Come celebrate with us as you enjoy great wine, cider, food, music, art, and fun at the historic Village at Grand Traverse Commons.

Junior Ranger Day 101
2017-06-24 15:00 - 18:00 | Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, 9922 Front Street Highway M-72, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Explore, Learn, Protect! Kids of all ages are welcome to come and learn at Junior Ranger 101 on June 24th! Families can take part in fun activities and learn the basics of being a Junior Ranger. Learn about lighthouses, NPS history, animals, and more! Complete all of the activities and earn your official Junior Ranger patch.
Junior Ranger Day activities will take place 3:00-6:00 p.m. Visitors will meet park staff at the Dune Climb parking area for this free event. Families are welcome to come and go, but plan to spend one hour with park rangers to earn a Junior Ranger badge. For your safety, visitors are encouraged to consider personal comfort needs and bring water, sunscreen, and appropriate footwear. Please note, participants will be asked to sign a photo/video release.
Junior Ranger Day event is free with a park pass. Passes may be purchased at the Phillip A. Hart Visitor Center in Empire, Michigan, and cost $15 (per vehicle) for seven days, or $30 for an annual pass.

Kids' Writing Workshop
2017-06-23 10:30 - 2017-08-04 11:30 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
The Glen Lake Library in Empire invites aspiring young authors to develop their creative writing skills in this six-session workshop. Children’s author Kit Robey will guide students in grades 4 to 6, helping them create their own short stories.

Music on the Mountain - Blackthorn at The Homestead
2017-06-22 19:00 - 21:00 | The Homestead, 1 Wood Ridge Rd, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Blackthorn welcomes you to the rich tapestry of Celtic music.
Traditional songs of emigration, sea shanties, lively jigs and reels, and ancient airs combine with some of Ireland’s best contemporary songs for a musical experience that captures the history and legend of Ireland and its people.
What makes a Blackthorn show unique is the variety of tunes, tempos and textures. Each member of the band plays multiple instruments, including wooden flute, accordion, tin whistle, five string banjo, cittern, bones and more. These instruments complement the lead vocal of Belfast native Richard McMullan and the band’s tight blend of four part harmony.
Blackthorn has played throughout the Great Lakes region since 1984. Based in Detroit, they can be found regularly at O’Mara’s Pub and Restaurant in Berkley. Other venues include concert halls, universities and festivals, including main stage appearances at the prestigious Michigan Irish Festival and world renowned Milwaukee Irish Fest.

The concert begins at 7pm. Transportation via chair lift or six-passenger golf cart begins at 6pm. Cash bar and snacks are available for purchase. Coolers are not permitted.
In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held in Mountain Flowers Lodge.
Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
To purchase tickets, call 231.334.5100 or visit mynorthtickets.com

Horse and Wagon Tours of Port Oneida
2017-06-21 16:00 - 17:30
Registration required Explore Port Oneida by horse and wagon! Guided tours learning the history of this significant late 1800s agricultural community. Reservation only – call 231-334-6103. Tours start from the Olsen Farm, 3 miles N. of Glen Arbor.

Horse and Wagon Tours of Port Oneida
2017-06-21 16:00 - 17:30
Registration required. Explore Port Oneida by horse and wagon! Guided tours learning the history of this significant late 1800s agricultural community. Reservation only – call 231-334-6103. Tours start from the Olsen Farm, 3 miles N. of Glen Arbor.

Preservation Workshop: Burfiend Farm Project
2017-06-21 09:00 - 16:00
Help build 5 window wells for this history farmhouse in Port Oneida. The Burfiend Farm is 4 miles northeast of Glen Arbor. Turn off of M-22 onto Port Oneida Road. Go about 1 mile. Two white farmhouses are on the left side. Please sign up by emailing phsb@leelanau.com.

Horse and Wagon Tours of Port Oneida
2017-06-21 08:00 - 17:00
Registration required. Explore Port Oneida by horse and wagon!Â Guided tours learning the history of this significant late 1800s agricultural community. Reservation only – call 231-334-6103. Tours start from the Olsen Farm, 3 miles N. of Glen Arbor.

Faust Cabin Volunteer Cleaning Project
2017-06-17 09:30 - 2017-07-19 15:00
Help us prepare this beautiful historic log home on Inspiration Point now owned by the National Park Service, for the Glen Lake Library Home Tour. PHSB is coordinating and doing the cleaning and helping host the event with information about needed funds for the building’s restoration. Sign up to clean!

Lisa Fishman: poetry reading
2017-06-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Lisa Fishman, the author of six books of poetry, including Flower Cart and the Happiness Experiment, will read from her work at the Glen Lake Library in Empire. Her poems are widely published in journals, magazines and anthologies. Lisa is graduate of Glen Lake High School (Class of ’84) and a professor of poetry at Columbia College Chicago.
