Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

Empire Area Emergency Fund Concert
2015-03-29 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Detroit) | Arts Tavern, 6487 Western Ave, Glen Arbor, 49636
The next Empire Area Community Emergency Fund Concert on Sunday March 29th 4:00 to 6:00pm at Art’s Tavern in Glen Arbor.

This will be a very special live performance by featured artists Sue and Bill Dungjen.

We are honored and grateful to have the gift of these and so many other fine performers willing to donate their time and talent to support the efforts of the Empire Area Community Emergency Fund.

“The funds collected, combined with thousands of volunteer hours has helped to bring much comfort, hope and sustainability throughout our community. Thanks to each and every one of you, we couldn’t do it without you!” ~Gerry

Talk About Art with Julie Kradel
2015-03-26 19:30 - 21:00
The Glen Arbor Art Association (GAAA) âTalk About Artâ series continues in conversation with sculptor Julie Kradel, March 26, 7:30 p.m. at the GAAA, 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor.

Kradel, a clay sculptor, is a latecomer to the world of studio art but has made up for it in record time. In 2010, at the age of 52, she began a career selling on the art fair circuit. Her work â joyful interpretations of the animals who live at the Cedar farmstead she calls home — has garnered dozens of awards. Kradel will talk about her work and the rigors of doing business inside a 10-foot-square art fair tent.

âTalk About Artâ is a series of conversational interviews with regional artmakers. It focuses on creative practice, process and making as experienced by visual and performing artists. For more information, go to: http://www.glenarborart.org/; or call 231/334-6112.

March | Chamber Members Meeting
2015-03-02 17:30 - 19:15 | Blu, 5705 South Lake St., Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Please join us for the March Glen Lake Chamber Members Meeting, on Monday March 2nd, 2015. It will be graciously hosted by Randy and Mary Chamberlin, at Blu restaurant in Glen Arbor, MI.
Schedule
5:30pm | Social
6:15pm | Meeting
Agenda
o Bank Account Status – Jeff G
o Board Planning – Rob
o Events – Jeff G
o Membership – Jeff G
o Marketing – Raquel via Jeff G
o General / Open Discussion
We hope to see you there!
Members and others, feel free to attend, bring a colleague or friend!

Emergency Fund Concert | March 1, 2015
2015-03-01 16:00 - 18:00 | Boonedocks, 5858 Manitou Vw, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Empire Area Community Emergency Fund Concert will be held on Sunday, March 1st from 4:00pm to 6pm at Boonedocks in Glen Arbor.

There will be outstanding performances by a multitude of talent featuring “Da Sista Hood ‘n Joe” as well as a feature performance by “Barbara Faith Jordan“

Spread the word, You won’t want to miss this one!

Motherhood Out Loud
2015-03-01 15:00 - 16:30
Motherhood Out Loud is coming to Glen Arbor from off-Broadway on Friday, Feb. 27, Sat., Feb. 28 and Sunday, March 1st.
This delightful play encompasses the hilarity and struggles of motherhood. The cast includes Karen and Peter Van Nort, Susan McConnell, Teddy House, Rhonda Richards, Mary Sharry, Linda Dewey, Pete La Placa and Mike Duwe, each playing multiple roles.
Motherhood Out Loud has mature themes and is rated 14+ for the public. For all you mothers, grandmothers, daughters and the men who love them, this play is for you.
Performances will be at the Glen Arbor Art Association, 6031 S. Lake St. in Glen Arbor. Show times are Feb. 27 and 28 at 7:00 p.m. and March 1 at 3:00 p.m. As always, admission is free but reservations may be made at glenarborart.org.

Motherhood Out Loud
2015-02-28 19:00 - 20:30, 2015-02-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Lake Street Studios/Center Gallery, 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States

GLAA Readers Theater, Motherhood Out Load
2015-02-27 07:00 - 17:00 | Studio Stage at Lake Street Studios, 6023 Lake St., Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Readersâ Theater is casting âMotherhood Out Loudâ January 14th, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Glen Arbor Art Association, 6031 S. Lake Street in Glen Arbor. The cast consists of 1 â 2 men and 4 to 12 women and directed by Harriett Mittelberger. This off-Broadway play will have three performances Feb. 27, 28 and March 1st. It is a valentine to all. women and the men who love and respect them, encompassing a series of monologues and scenes that demonstrate the hilarity and pain of motherhood. As a Readersâ Theater production, actors will read from the script so there is nothing to memorize.

Once Upon a Time: When Childcare for All Wasn’t Just a Fairytale
2015-02-23 18:30 - 20:30 | Leelanau Government Center, 525 East Government Center Drive, Suttons Bay, MI, 49682
Second episode viewing, followed by discussion, in “The Raising of America” documentary series: “Once Upon a Time: When Childcare for All Wasn’t Just a Fairytale.” This film traces the history of legislative efforts to create high quality early childhood services for our country’s young children. It helps us imagine how things might be different if all American children had access to the high quality early care and education that is available in other developed nations.
The community is invited to attend a 6:30 pm gathering, with refreshments, in the Community Room of the Leelanau Government Center followed by the film at 7:00pm.
A panel discussion featuring Jim Scherrer of Child and Family Services of Northwestern Michigan, Sarah Jane Johnson of Leelanau Children’s Center, Doug Luciani of Traverse City Chamber of Commerce and Tricia Denton of Samaritan’s Closet will follow the film. The audience will be encouraged to participate in a question and answer session with the panelists. A box of diapers is a suggested donation.
More information about “The Raising of America” documentary can be found at www.RaisingofAmerica.org
For more information: Call 231-386-5106, visit LWVLeelanau.org or follow LWVLC on Facebook at League of Women Voters Leelanau County
Contact: Sue Miller 231-256-9106, Vina Mikesell 231-386-5106, Marian Kromkowski 231-271-5600

3rd Annual Snowshoe Stampede at the Leelanau Outdoor Center
2015-02-14 10:30 - 13:00 | Leelanau Outdoor Center, 1653 Port Oneida Road, Maple City, MI, 49664, United States
Get your snowshoes ready for the 3rd Annual Snowshoe Stampede at the Leelanau Outdoor Center on February 14, 2015. 5k race begins at 10:30am. 1 mile snowflake race for kids 12 and under begins shortly after race time. $20 early registration (before February 1) includes lunch.
Net proceeds support tuition assistance for schools to attend the Leelanau Outdoor Center.
Register online at www.locprograms.org or call 231.334.3808 for more information.

2015 Glen Arbor Winter Fest
2015-02-14 07:00 - 15:00
Winter Fest Follow Up:
Contest Results + Event Photo Gallery.
Click here.

Join us for the Annual Glen Arbor Winter fest on Saturday, February 14, 2015! Festivities include Perch Fishing Contest + a Chili Cook-Off.

RSVP + Invite your friends, via Facebook Event Page

Perch Fishing Contest
Festivities start at 7am with the beginning of the Perch Fishing Contest, with prizes for 1st through 4th place catches. All participants will bring their biggest catches from Big and Little Glen Lake to the Sportsman Shop at 1pm, and winners will then be crowned. Entry fee for this event is $20, and all ages are welcome.
> DOWNLOAD: 2015 Perch Fishing Contest Entry Form
Chili Cook-off
The Chili Cookoff, kicks off at Noon on the deck at Boonedocks (on the corner of M22 and Ray Street) in Glen Arbor. Entrants will compete to earn chili bragging rights. 1st through 5th Place winners, as determined by popular vote, receive a plaque commemorating the 2015 Chili Cook-off. There’s only one category: CHILI ! – however you define it!

All proceeds from this event go directly to the Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce’s Glen Lake Schools Scholarship Fund. This is a family friendly event, just be sure to dress warmly! If you’d like to participate, the entry fee is $25 per chili. Winners will be crowned as the event wraps up around 3pm.
Admission is $10 per person, which includes unlimited chili samples. $5.00 for seniors, over 70, and kids, 12 and under.
> DOWNLOAD: Winter fest 2015 | Chili Cook off form
Email questions: info@visitglenarbor.com

OPEN ALL WINTER | FREE Ice-skating. Open to public. Located in downtown Glen Arbor, on the outdoor community ice-rink.

SNOWSHOE STAMPEDED | RACE ON FEB.14th, at the Leelanau Outdoor Center!
> EVENT INFO HERE

February Chamber Members Meeting
2015-02-10 17:30 - 19:15 | The Martin Company, 6400 Western Avenue, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
February Members Meeting – Hosted by Jeff Rabidoux at The Martin Company
Tuesday, February 10th

5:30pm – Socialize
6:15pm – Meeting Start

Location:
The Martin Company
6400 Western Avenue
Glen Arbor, MI 49636

Art From Michigan's Wine Country
2015-02-06 18:00 - 20:00 | The Homestead, Woodridge Road, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Art, wine and small plate delectables will warm the night as the Glen Arbor Art Association The Homestead, and Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail team up to offer Art From Michigan’s Wine Country on Friday, February 6, 6-8 pm.
Now in its seventh year at The Homestead’s Mountain Flowers Lodge this fun winter event kicks off Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trails “Taste the Passion” weekend. The Friday night GAAA benefit features an art exhibit and sale of work by local artists, wine from Leelanau wineries, and a small plates menu designed by The Homestead’s chef.

Ticket price is $25 per person with advance reservation. Entrance fee includes one glass of wine, food stations with small plates, and coffee. Additional wine is available for $4/glass or three glasses for $10. Call The Homestead, 334-5100, by February 4 to make an advanced reservation with will call ticket pick up at the event. At the door price is $30 per person the night of the event.
The invitational art exhibit and sale offers recent original works by Bob Ashmun, Jane Batteiger, Linda Alice Dewey, Michelle Hart Jahraus, Christine Nettleton, Joan Richmond, Lisa Wilkins Schulte, and Sally E. Wille. The artists will be on hand to discuss their work.
A portion of each ticket and painting purchase supports the Glen Arbor Art Association programming including a scholarship fund. These programs provide arts opportunities for many families who would not otherwise have them.

Many thanks to The Homestead Resort staff, artists, LPWT, and guests. It will be a great winter event.
Call the Homestead for Reservations: 231-334-5100

Talk About Art: Doug Stanton
2015-01-29 19:30 - 21:00
The Glen Arbor Art Association (GAAA) âTalk About Artâ series opens its 2015 season with Traverse City author Doug Stanton, Jan. 29, 7:30 p.m. at the GAAA, 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor.

Doug Stanton is a teacher, lecturer, and author of the New York Times bestsellers In Harmâs Way and Horse Soldiers, and the co-founder of the National Writers Series, a year-round book festival held at the Opera House in downtown Traverse City. His writing has been widely published in Esquire, The New York Times, Time and the Washington Post. Stantonâs other notable contribution to the regionâs cultural landscape is as a founding member of the Traverse City Film Festival. On Jan. 29, Stanton will talk about his writing life and a new book in process â a profile of several young men who found themselves thrown together by the Viet Nam war.

Talk About Art is a series of conversational interviews with regional artmakers. It is a winter project of the GAAA and focuses on creative practice, process and making as experienced by a range of visual and performing artists and craftspeople. For more information, go to: http://www.glenarborart.org/; or call 231/334-6112.

Emergency Fund Concert | Freya
2015-01-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Llama Meadows Eco Farm Creative Arts Center, 1176 West Street, Benzonia, MI, 49616, United States
Empire Area Community Emergency Fund Concert
Sunday January 25th from 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Will take place at Llama Meadows Eco Farm Creative Arts Center, which is located at the southern most boundary of our service area at 1176 West Street in Benzonia with a featured performance by band “Freya“

Winter Flurries: Student Art Show
2015-01-15 17:00 - 19:30 | United States
Glen Lake High School’s Student Art Show reception
“Winter Flurries”, an exhibit of artwork by Glen Lake High School students will be on display at the Glen Arbor Art Association January 15-22. The GAAA will host an opening reception Thursday, January 15, 5:00-7:30 p.m. The exhibit will include work by students of art instructor, Jill Walker. Participating students will have the experience of preparing artwork for display, helping to install the show, and greeting the public at the reception.
All are welcome to attend and support these young artists.
Opening Reception: January 15, 2015

Ranger-led Snowshoe Hikes at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
2014-12-27 13:00 - 2015-03-07 16:00 | Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, 9922 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Come explore Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (National Lakeshore) on snowshoes this winter! Join park rangers for a guided snowshoe hike this holiday season and every Saturday throughout the winter. The first hike of the season will be on Saturday, December 27, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. The snowshoe hikes will continue to be offered every Saturday at 1:00 p.m. through March 7, 2015. Meet at the National Lakeshore’s Philip A. Hart Visitor Center in Empire. If you don’t have your own snowshoes, a pair will be loaned at no charge. Participants need only purchase the park entrance pass or have an annual pass to join in the fun.
Reservations are required whether you need to borrow snowshoes or have your own. Ranger-led snowshoe hikes are limited to 30 participants. Please call 231-326-4700, ext. 5010, for details and to make reservations.

Behind the Scenes at Masterpiece
2014-12-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
Susanne Simpson, a senior series producer of PBS Masterpiece programs, will give a presentation on Tuesday, December 23 at 4:00 pm, at the Glen Arbor Township Hall. Susanne will discuss her work on critically acclaimed programs such as Downton Abbey, Sherlock and Mr. Selfridge.

Fundraising Concert | E Minor and Libby Liberty
2014-12-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Empire Township Hall, 10088 W. Front Street, Empire, MI , Empire, MI, 49630, United States
The next Empire Area Community Emergency Fund Concert will be held on Sunday December 21st from 4:00pm to 6:00pm in Empire at the Town Hall. We are in for another treat with a special musical performance by E Minor and Libby Liberty.

Mr. Empire, Dave Taghon will also be conducting a live Auction selling many unique and unusual items “whataya give”…

Annual Holiday Pot Luck Dinner
2014-12-20 17:00 - 21:00 | Empire Township Hall, 10088 W. Front Street, Empire, MI , Empire, MI, 49630, United States
The Annual Holiday Pot Luck Dinner, Sponsored By the Empire Area Community Center (EACC) will be Saturday, December 20th 2014.
Located at the Empire Town Hall in Empire, MI featuring special guests, Mr & Mrs Claus! Ham will be donated this year by Deering’s Market.
Schedule for evening: 5:00pm Doors Open, 6:00 Dinner Begins, 6:40 Mr and Mrs Claus arrive, 9:00 Clean Up Begin.
Supplied: Ham, Coffee, Hot Chocolate & Lemonade
What to Bring: A Dish to Pass & B.Y.O.B. and Your Own Place Settings
We invite you to bring a food donation for the Empire Area Food Bank and EACC will be accepting monetary donations for continued support of community events.

Readers' Theater Presents "A Christmas Carol"
2014-12-14 15:00 - 16:30, 2014-12-12 19:30 - 21:00, 2014-12-11 19:30 - 21:00 | United States
The Glen Arbor Art Association’s Reader’s Theater will perform the play “A Christmas Carol” December 11 at 7:30, December 12 at 7:30, and December 14 at 3:00. All of the performers and staging assistants are locals to the Leelanau County area. Several of the cast members will play multiple roles, including 4 students from Glen Lake School. Performances are free but reservations are recommended and can be made at www.glenarbor.org. Seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

HOLIDAY MARKETPLACES
2014-11-29 10:00 - 17:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
These annual community event features a variety of artisans showcasing different types of gifts/work, with an emphasis on local and handmade products/artworks. This is a great opportunity to support your local artisans and shop for yourself and for the holidays! There’s different artisans at both markets and plenty of time in the day for you, your friends and family to drive and shop both markets!

Glen Arbor Holiday Marketplace:
Saturday, November 29, 2014 from 10 AM to 4 PM in the Glen Arbor Township Hall
Schedule of events:
• Artisans…SET-UP: Friday 3-7 PM (there will be NO quick set up this year).
• Friday Nov. 28th: After the annual Glen Arbor Tree lighting and carols, All booths will be set up and ready for holiday “business” by 7 PM, Friday evening. Products may be for sale Friday evening at the Holiday Marketplace preview party!
• Saturday Nov. 29th: Marketplace doors open at 10:00 AM and will close at 4:00 PM.

• Meet Santa & Mrs. Santa Claus!!! They will be at the Glen Arbor Holiday Marketplace from 10:30 to 3:00 with some little toys and goodies! Bring the kids and your camera for some great fun and photo opps!

• Refreshments/ lunch by Riverfront Deli, will be for sale during the Market.
(If you are a vendor or artisan and have any questions, please contact Betsy at bbwebb@chartermi.net)

Empire Artisans Market:
Saturday, November 29, 2014 from 11 AM to 5 PM
• Artisan Market located in the Empire Town Hall
• Following the Market, will be a Tree Lighting Ceremony in the Village of Empire!

Shop Small Saturday | Glen Arbor
2014-11-29 | Glen Arbor, MI, Glen Arbor
Shop Small Saturday is November 29th, 2014
#ShopSmall on Small Business Saturday. Get your #smallbiz ready for #SmallBizSat, Nov 29
Every purchase counts! Shop your greater Glen Lake area neighborhood business!
Are YOU A SMALL BUSINESS? Go to the Shop Small website as a resource to learn more, get FREE printable signage to use and other ways to market your business for Shop Small Saturday!

ALSO HAPPENING TODAY: Glen Arbor and Empire, MI Holiday Artisan Marketplaces!

Annual Tree lighting Ceremony & Caroling
2014-11-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
Join us as the community gathers Friday night, November 28th, 2014 for the annual Tree Lighting ceremony and Caroling at the Glen Arbor Township Hall at 6:30pm! Cider and homemade donuts served by Art’s Tavern! Yum!

Then, stay after the ceremony, for the Holiday Marketplace Preview Party for shopping, just inside the Town Hall from 7:00-8:00pm. Get first picks of wonderful local artisan gifts!

(Earlier in the day, on Friday morning, don’t miss the Annual PJ party: Where we all shop the downtown stores in our PJ’s for special discounts with local merchants!)
Bring the kidlets back on Saturday, November 29th for meeting and photo opportunities, sitting with Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus in the Glen Arbor Town Hall during the Holiday MarketPlace! Click for more details…

Friday Shopping: PJ Party downtown Glen Arbor
2014-11-28 | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
It’s here again! A Glen Arbor original, “better than a bustling city’s Black Friday,” our version of the day-after-Thanksgiving shopping, is the annual PJ party: Friday Morning November, 28th 2014 from 5am – 8am.
Shop the downtown district stores in your PJ’s for extra special discounts and fun! Come Shop, Dine and Stay in the Naturally Beautiful Glen Lake area!
Later that day, join the community Friday evening for the annual Tree Lighting ceremony and Caroling at the GA Township Hall at 6:30pm! Then, stay after for the Holiday Marketplace Preview Party: in the Town Hall from 7:00-8:00pm for local artisan gifts and shopping!

Participating Businesses to Visit:
Becky Thatcher Jewelry

Arts Tavern
Cherry Republic
The Cyclery
Cottage Book Shop
Lake Affect Store
Leelanau Coffee
M-22 Glen Arbor
Northwoods Hardware | Home & Garden
The Sportsman Shop
The Totem Shop
Wildflowers
Hatlem Churchill
The Yarn Shop

The Homestead
Bay Wear

November | Chamber Member's Meeting
2014-11-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Glen Arbor Bed & Breakfast, 6548 Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
ALL ARE WELCOME to attend the Monthly Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce member’s meeting, November 11th 2014.
This will be our last meeting of 2014, and will resume in January 2015, taking the month of December off.
Graciously hosted at the cozy and lovely Glen Arbor Bed & Breakfast. Please arrive at 5:30pm for hors d’oeuvres, drinks and socializing. Meeting will begin 6-1:15 and last approximately until 7-7:30pm.

November Toast of the Season Weekend Wine Tour + B&B
2014-11-07 - 2014-11-09 | Glen Arbor Bed & Breakfast, 6548 Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Toast of the Season Wine Tour? Then the Glen Arbor Bed & Breakfast is for you!
Annual “Toast of the Season” Wine Weekend’s!
• October 31st – November 2nd
• November 7th -9th, 2014
The Package includes…
Tour tickets, a hosted Saturday coach van to shuttle you to a least five wineries, Friday evening welcome reception, homemade breakfast each morning, and a Saturday evening dinner at the Western Avenue Grill. Then on Sunday you may enjoy visiting more wineries on your own.
The package cost is $300 per couple, plus our off-peak season tariff for whichever room or suite you choose.
Hurry to guarantee your spot on one of these fun filled weekends!
Email: innkeeper@glenarborbnb.com or Call Katie at 231-334-6789

Toast of the Season Wine tour + Bed & Breakfast
2014-10-31 - 2014-11-02 | Glen Arbor Bed & Breakfast, 6548 Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
