Biking Tours
2023-12-09 09:30 - 23:30, 2023-12-12 09:30 - 23:30, 2023-12-14 09:30 - 23:30, 2023-12-15 09:30 - 23:30, 2023-12-16 09:30 - 23:30, 2023-12-19 09:30 - 23:30, 2023-12-21 09:30 - 23:30, 2023-12-22 09:30 - 23:30 (America/Detroit) and 5 more dates | Port Oneida Heritage Center, 3164 W. Harbor Hwy., Maple City, Michigan, 49630
Ride the Historic Side! Discover the charm, local lore, and history of Port Oneida, by immersing yourself in nature and culture. Get an up-close guided tour in a small group of the rural landscape’s farming, logging and maritime heritage, imagining life in the early 19th century. Listening devices allow learning while cycling, stopping to peak inside some of the historic structures. Connect with each other and your heritage!
Bring your own bike, or rent through our partners The Cyclery in Glen Arbor at a discount. Book the bike tour first to get the discount. Bike rentals will be delivered at the starting point of the Port Oneida Tours or waiting for you at The Cyclery for Glen Haven Tours.
Reservations required.

Manitou Winds presents Winter Songs & Carols
2023-12-09 16:00 - 17:30 | St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 8190 Lincoln Rd., Beulah, 49617, United States
Now celebrating its ninth season, Winter Songs & Carols is our musical celebration of the holidays. More than a concert of holiday-themed music, it’s an invitation to explore the many moods of winter.
As always, the ensemble brings an eclectic offering of exciting instrumentals featuring winds, guitar, harp, and piano. In addition, we’re excited to be joined by special guest soloist Emily Curtin Culler, soprano, plus a choir featuring the voices of many talented community members under the direction of Michael Beery. Together we’ll unveil four brand-new arrangements by Jason McKinney for full choir and Manitou Winds!
This festive evening of traditional carols, holiday favorites, and wintry originals interspersed with inspiring spoken word is a wonderful way to begin your holiday season.
Admission is FREE. Proceeds from a freewill offering will benefit a ministry of St. Andrews.
Visit ManitouWinds.com for more information, and stay tuned to our Facebook page for inside details about this year’s special program!

Songs and Stories of the Sleeping Bear Dunes Area Featuring the Beach Bards
2023-12-10 13:00 - 16:00 | Cherry Public House, 6026 South Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Cherry Republic is hosting a Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes fundraiser on Sunday, December 10th, 1-4 pm in the Public House in Glen Arbor. The Beach Bards will entertain with a fun afternoon of original (or new takes) on old songs, stories, and poems highlighting the history of the Sleeping Bear Dunes area. Anne-Marie Oomen and Norm Wheeler will perform “A Stone That Rises,” with Anne-Marie starring as Elizabeth Burfiend talking about the settlement of the Port Oneida District and what life was like in the area over 100 years ago. Norm Wheeler will accompany Anne-Marie on trumpet.
The Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes will sell Picture-Perfect Sleeping Bear at the event with special bundle offerings at extra savings. Picture-Perfect Sleeping Bear captures the history and beauty of Sleeping Bear country through a sparking collection of photographs and stories. Purchases and donations from the event will support the Friends’ goal to acquire a Duet Bike. This wheelchair bicycle tandem will be a new mobility device which will allow families and friends to enjoy a bike ride through the park together.
The event is free and open to the public. All book sales and donations from the event are designated for the Duet Bike project.
For more information about the Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes and to purchase Picture-Perfect Sleeping Bear book bundles, go to friendsofsleepingbear.org.

Documentary Film: Great Lakes Untamed
2023-12-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
The Glen Lake Library presents “The Big Freeze”, the second episode of the acclaimed documentary film series “Great Lakes Untamed”. Produced by Merit Motion Pictures, the film explores the many facets of one of the most important ecosystems on Earth, providing one fifth of the planet’s fresh water, and drinking water for over 40 million people.

Great Lakes Untamed: A Documentary Film Series
2023-12-12 19:00 - 2023-12-26 20:00, 2023-12-19 19:00 - 2024-01-02 20:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Experience the beauty, power and wonder of our unique Great Lakes ecosystem in this stunning three-part film series. We’ll present one episode on each of the following dates: December 5, 12 & 19, 7:00 PM.

Yen Yoga at Nature
2023-12-13 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-12-20 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-12-27 17:30 - 18:30 | Nature, 2988 W Burdickville Rd, Maple City, MI, 49664, United States
Join us in an inspiring space for a community yoga class, held weekly on Wednesday’s at 5:30 pm. Hosted at Nature in Maple City by Yen Yoga & Fitness.
This ia an all-level yoga flow class. Please bring your own yoga mat and practice social distancing.
Sign up to participate is required at yenyogafitness.com You may sign up online up to 8 days in advance, or feel free to call us at 231-421-5496

Live Music Fridays
2023-12-15 17:00 - 20:00, 2023-12-22 17:00 - 20:00, 2023-12-29 17:00 - 20:00 | Cherry Public House, 6026 South Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Join us from 5-8pm for Live Music Fridays. We have rotating acts throughout the winter along with great food and drinks. Check with the Public House for the schedule!

The District's Friends & Family
2023-12-16 03:00 - 19:00 | MI
Join Coastal and M22 Glen Arbor for an evening of shopping and fun! Grab your friends and family to shop for last minute gifts and holiday deals.
Enjoy a glass of wine, cozy up on our patio or by one of our fires, and have a festive night!

Documentary Film: Great Lakes Untamed
2023-12-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
The Glen Lake Library presents “Marvels & Mysteries”, the third episode of the acclaimed documentary film series “Great Lakes Untamed”. Produced by Merit Motion Pictures, the film explores the many facets of one of the most important ecosystems on Earth, providing one fifth of the planet’s fresh water, and drinking water for over 40 million people.

Guided Winter Hikes
2023-12-27 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-12-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, 9922 W Front St, Empire, MI, 49630
“All hikes start with an introduction at the Philip A. Hart Visitor Center in Empire. Inside the visitor center, rangers will give visitors an introduction to the lakeshore. If there is enough snow, snowshoes will be provided free of charge. From the visitor center, everyone will travel by car to the trailhead or area of the National Lakeshore pre-selected for that day. Once there, the ranger will help participants learn about the park’s unique features and winter’s effect on them by exploring and discovering clues on site. Be prepared and plan to be outside for about two hours. Dress in layers and wear waterproof boots to be most comfortable.
Please Call the visitor center at 231-326-4700 to make a reservation.
All programs are free with a valid park entrance pass. Passes may be purchased at the Phillip A. Hart Visitor Center in Empire, Michigan, and cost $25 (per vehicle) for seven days, $45 for an annual Sleeping Bear Dunes pass, or $80 (or less) for the America the Beautiful – National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands pass series.”

Ranger guided winter hike
2023-12-30 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-12-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, 9922 W Front St, Empire, MI, 49630
All hikes start with an introduction at the Philip A. Hart Visitor Center in Empire. Inside the visitor center, rangers will give visitors an introduction to the lakeshore. If there is enough snow, snowshoes will be provided free of charge. From the visitor center, everyone will travel by car to the trailhead or area of the National Lakeshore pre-selected for that day. Once there, the ranger will help participants learn about the park’s unique features and winter’s effect on them by exploring and discovering clues on site. Be prepared and plan to be outside for about two hours. Dress in layers and wear waterproof boots to be most comfortable.
