Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce

Glen Arbor 4th of July Parade 2024
2024-07-04 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Detroit) | Downtown Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
“Stan Brubaker’s” Celebrate America – 4th of July Parade, 2024
Celebrate America on the 4th of July with floats and vintage cars, as they parade from Glen Haven to Glen Arbor at 12 Noon.
Jim Dorsey will be honored as our Grand Marshall for the 4th of July Parade this year. Jim, an Empire treasure, is enjoying his 100 th year on Glen Lake. His service as Empire postmaster for 28 years and his first-hand recall of local events during the past century is cherished by all his friends and acquaintances.
This annual community parade is open to anyone who wants to celebrate the founding of our great country on its birthday. Parade vehicles will gather in Glen Haven early Thursday morning at 10:30am and will proceed towards Glen Arbor at Noon. Walkers are asked not to join the parade until the last vehicle passes the Christian Science Church, via Forest Haven Rd.
This is all of our parade! Please help keep yourself and others safe. Many stretches are very crowded. Please keep children away from entering the street and follow the guidance from the “broom crew” which is comprised of many volunteers who “broom” candy from the street. Water balloons and squirt guns are prohibited, and we ask you to spread the word to all our spectators. Anyone is welcome to participate. No registration is required.
Please contact the Township office at (231)334-3539 if you can help with the “broom crew.” More helpers are always welcome. Flagging tape linking orange cones emphasize the boundary for parents and their children.

4th of July LIVE MUSIC with DJ Ras Marco D
2024-07-04 12:00 - 14:00 | M22 Outdoor Wine Patio, 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Jam out with DJ Ras Marco D at the M22 Wine Patio during the Glen Arbor’s 4th of July parade!
DJ Ras Marco D. is a rare style of DJ these days, as he strictly plays vinyl. You may have heard his genre-fluid sets at M22’s Traverse City location, or countless other venues in the area. Come and enjoy the vibe Marco is known for curating!

Live Music with Luke Woltanski
2024-07-04 14:30 - 16:30 | Bel Lago, 6530 S LAKE SHORE DR, CEDAR, MI, 49621-9615, United States
Live Music with Luke Woltanski at Bel Lago Vineyard from 2:30-4:30pm on Thursday July 4, 2024

River Club Glen Arbor
2024-07-04 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-07-05 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-07-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-07-11 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-07-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-07-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-07-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-07-19 19:00 - 21:00 | River Club Glen Arbor, 5963 S. Oak Street, Glen Arbor, 49636, United States
Enjoy Live Music on the lawn at River Club in Glen Arbor, every Thursday – Saturday in September. We invite you to check out our website for the performer’s schedule.
https://www.rcglenarbor.com/live-music

Bel Lago Vineyards Live Music and 25 Fridays, Every Friday from 530pm-730pm
2024-07-05 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-07-05 17:30 - 2024-08-31 19:30 | Bel Lago, 6530 S LAKE SHORE DR, CEDAR, MI, 49621-9615, United States
Bel Lago Vineyards Live Music and 25 Fridays, Every Friday from 530pm-730pm.
All Day- Purchase a pizza and receive 25% off a bottle of wine!

Julie Dickerson:
2024-07-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
The GLCL Summer Reading Program continues with a special Saturday morning presentation by Julie Dickerson, author of the newly published “Beaches, Boats and Birds: a Lake Michigan alphabet book”. Julie will share her charming book, then lead kids through a fun hands-on craft project to help celebrate our beautiful lakeshore. Our regular Thursday morning SRP programs will resume on July 11. Young learners are also invited to to sign up for the Summer Reading Club, earning rewards by tracking their reading over their summer vacation. Get the official Reading Log at the library.

Live Music at the M22 Wine Patio ft. Jimmy Olson
2024-07-06 15:00 - 17:00 | M22 Outdoor Wine Patio, 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Stop by the M22 Wine Patio Saturday, July 6th from 3-5pm for live music featuring Jimmy Olson!
Meet Jimmy Olson – a multi-talented artist with a knack for improvisation and a rhythm that gets the people moving. Jimmy draws inspiration from an array of music genres such as classical, jazz, funk, hip hop, dance pop and soul, and is no stranger to a good boogie woogie or a rock & roll tune. At just 34 years old, he has already been performing solo and with bands for nearly two decades. With his songwriting, producing, and performing skills all finely honed, Jimmy is a true force to be reckoned with. Whether he’s banging out beats on his keys or pouring his heart out on the mic, Jimmy’s passion for music shines through in every note he plays.
Grab a glass or flight of wine, sit back and enjoy a great evening in Glen Arbor!

Pancake Breakfast - FireFighter Fundraiser
2024-07-07 08:00 - 12:00 | Glen Arbor Town Hall, MI, United States
Sunday morning, July 7 th , from 8:00am til noon, the finest firefighters and paramedics will serve the most delicious pancake breakfast ever at the Glen Arbor Township Hall. Proceeds from the annual pancake breakfast will defray the costs of sending our Glen Lake firefighters to paramedic school and other training opportunities.

Glen Arbor Farmers Market
2024-07-09 09:00 - 13:00, 2024-07-16 09:00 - 13:00
The Glen Arbor Farmers Market is held every Tuesday morning from 9 AM – 1 PM, June 4th – September 10th. The market location is behind the Glen Arbor Township Hall at 6394 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, Michigan 49636. Enjoy a wide varitey of quality vendors, farmers and producers.

Live Music at the M22 Wine Patio with André Villoch
2024-07-09 15:00 - 17:00 | M22 Outdoor Wine Patio, 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Join us for Live Music at the M22 Wine Patio with André Villoch on Tuesday, July 9th from 3-5pm.
Enjoy a large pour or flight of our M22 Wines while listening to live music! With 15 wines, hard cider, and non-alcoholic options available, there is something for everyone!
André is a local singer-songwriter/comedian who has been playing in the area since 1998. A mix of original and cover songs conducive to sipping wine!
Have a fun and relaxing evening with great music, friends and family, and wine with live music at the M22 Wine Patio with André Villoch.

Live Music at the M22 Wine Patio ft. Dennis Palmer
2024-07-11 15:00 - 17:00 | M22 Outdoor Wine Patio, 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Join us Thursday, July 11th from 3-5pm for live music featuring Dennis Palmer. With 16 different wines available, relax with a glass or flight and enjoy!
Dennis has released 5 CDs of original music ranging from Acoustic Blues to Contemporary Folk. With an eclectic style that is both introspective and thought provoking – his music has raised comparisons to such Artists as Gordon Lightfoot & Warren Zevon…
Born & raised near Saginaw Michigan – Dennis now lives in Leelanau County among the Places and People that continue to inspire much of his music.
Palmer is a thoughtful, multi-talented singer-songwriter.

Live Music at the M22 Wine Patio Ft. Dennis Palmer
2024-07-11 15:00 - 17:00 | M22 Outdoor Wine Patio, 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Join us Thursday, June 27th from 3-5pm for live music featuring Dennis Palmer. With 16 different wines available, relax with a glass or flight and enjoy!
Dennis has released 5 CDs of original music ranging from Acoustic Blues to Contemporary Folk. With an eclectic style that is both introspective and thought provoking – his music has raised comparisons to such Artists as Gordon Lightfoot & Warren Zevon…
Born & raised near Saginaw Michigan – Dennis now lives in Leelanau County among the Places and People that continue to inspire much of his music.
Palmer is a thoughtful, multi-talented singer-songwriter.

Late Night Friday + Ron Getz Front Porch Concert
2024-07-12 17:00 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Late Night Fridays July 12
The Glen Arbor Arts Center is keeping the lights on a little longer this summer. Late Night Fridays continues July 12 with open galleries and a Front Porch concert, 5 – 8 pm.
Hometown favorite Ron Getz, guitarist and composer, is on the GAAC’s Front Porch stage. Getz moves fluidly between jazz, blues, and rock. The concert is 5-7 pm. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring their own seating, and refreshments.
In the GAAC’s Main Gallery is Members Create. This annual exhibition showcases the talents of current GAAC members, including painting, mixed media, sculpture, clay and more in the GAAC Main Gallery. Native Plants, an exhibition of painted and chain stitched canvases by Dana Falconberry, are on view in the Lobby Gallery. Both galleries are open 5 – 8 pm.
GAAC Late Night Fridays events are free. The GAAC is located at 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. Read more at GlenArborArt.org / EXHIBITS.

Live Music at the M22 Wine Patio with André Villoch
2024-07-16 15:00 - 17:00 | M22 Glen Arbor, Western Ave W Western Ave, Glen Arbor, Michigan, 49636
Join us for Live Music at the M22 Wine Patio with André Villoch on Tuesday, July 16th from 3-5pm.
Enjoy a large pour or flight of our M22 Wines while listening to live music! With 15 wines, hard cider, and non-alcoholic options available, there is something for everyone!
André is a local singer-songwriter/comedian who has been playing in the area since 1998. A mix of original and cover songs conducive to sipping wine!
Have a fun and relaxing evening with great music, friends and family, and wine with live music at the M22 Wine Patio with André Villoch.

Glen Lake Woman's Club Art Fair
2024-07-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Glen Arbor Township Hall
This year marks the 52nd annual Glen Lake Woman’s Club Art Fair. The Art Fair features artists carefully selected to represent a wide variety of one-of-a-kind art pieces for sale at the Glen Arbor Township Hall. The Art Fair highlights artists in many mediums including pottery, painting, textiles, woodworking, and jewelry. Each year, thousands of people shop for that unique piece of art, either for themselves or for a special gift.
Ginna Woessner, Glen Lake Woman’s Club Scholarship Co-Chair states, “Having worked as a Glen Lake High School counselor for 17 years, I know the value of our club scholarships. However, it was a letter we received from one of my former students that gave me a much greater insight. The young lady wrote that she had been one of our scholarship recipients.
She started at NMC with great promise but left before obtaining her associate degree. She wrote that after she recognized that one of her children was not seeing the value of education, she realized she needed to go back to college to set an example. She wanted to let us know that not only had our scholarship helped pay her tuition, but more importantly, it represented a group of women who believed in her! As a member of the Glen Lake Woman’s Club, I treasure being able to support students financially AND emotionally.”
All proceeds from the Art Fair support scholarships for Glen Lake Community School students. Since 1980, The Glen Lake Woman’s Club has awarded $325,000 to 245 students attending Northwest Michigan College with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd year scholarships. The Northwest Michigan College scholarships are announced at the Glen Lake High School Honors Night in May. Scholarships are also awarded for Blue Lake Music Camp, and other critical student-needs through the school’s student assistance fund and the LIFT Middle School afterschool program.
The Art Fair is a popular event in the community, often making this the busiest day of the year in Glen Arbor. Many shoppers return to visit the booths of their favorite artists or to explore the artwork of new vendors. Dozens of Glen Lake Woman’s Club members, supported by family friends and members of the Empire Lions Club volunteer to make sure the day runs smoothly for both vendors and community members.
Kathy Cole, President of the Glen Lake Woman’s Club and Art Fair Kitchen Co-Chair, says “The Glen Lake Woman’s Club members want to thank all our sponsors who support the Art Fair with in-kind donations, the community for attending, and the vendors who display and sell high quality artistic treasures. This year, volunteer transportation from BATA for our vendor off-site parking should free up street parking and make attending the fair even easier for our loyal patrons.” Cole also noted that vendor booth rentals, bake sales, lunch, Club jewelry booth, and raffle items all provide funds for the student scholarship funds.
“BATA is pleased to partner with the Glen Lake Woman’s Club Art Fair to provide vendor transportation to and from the event location. Helping support Leelanau County groups, organizations and events with transportation is a just one way BATA can provide added value to the communities we serve,” stated Eric Lingaur, Communications and Development Director for the Bay Area Transportation Authority.
The Glen Lake Woman’s Club, a 501(c)(3) organization, was established in 1937 with the goal of fostering social, civic, and educational projects. The charter members adopted as their slogan, “If you wish to live in a better place, better the place in which you live.” For more information about the Glen Lake Woman’s Club, the Art Fair, or our scholarship program, visit the Glen Lake Woman’s Club Art Fair Facebook page or our web site at https://www.glenlakewomansclub.org. Information is also available on the Glen Arbor Chamber of Commerce website at https://www.visitglenarbor.com.

Marqueetown - documentary film: July 17, 7:00 pm
2024-07-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Join us for a special community screening of this acclaimed documentary film Marqueetown. The film explores the history of The Nordic Theater, an innovative gem, which endured in Marquette Michigan for almost 100 years, even as the world changed endlessly around them. Local kid Bernie Rosendahl’s modern crusade to restore the historic arthouse to its former glory leads filmmakers to discover a hidden cinema empire in the Upper Peninsula. Portraying the fascinating history of motion pictures through one iconic screen – and featuring dozens of Michigan locations and characters – Marqueetown is a true story of chasing your dreams,redefining failure and success, and re-embracing the enduring magic of cinema. Cast & crew will be on hand to introduce the film and answer questions afterwords.

Documentary Film: Marqueetown
2024-07-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Join us for a special community screening of the acclaimed documentary film “Marqueetown”. The film explores the history of The Nordic Theater, an innovative gem, which endured in Marquette Michigan for almost 100 years, even as the world changed endlessly around them. Local kid Bernie Rosendahl’s modern crusade to restore the historic arthouse to its former glory leads filmmakers to discover a hidden cinema empire in the Upper Peninsula. Portraying the fascinating history of motion pictures through one iconic screen – and featuring dozens of Michigan locations and characters – “Marqueetown” is a true story of chasing your dreams, redefining failure and success, and re-embracing the enduring magic of cinema. Cast & crew will be on hand to introduce the film and answer questions afterwords.

Learning fun with the Great Lakes Children's Mobile Museum
2024-07-18 11:00 - 12:30 | Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630, United States
Join us for learning fun with the Great Lakes Children’s Mobile Museum. Participants will have the opportunity to try 4 different learning arenas. – owl pellet dissection, stomp rockets, sled kites and build away. Kids of all ages are welcome!

Late Night Friday
2024-07-19 17:00 - 20:00 | Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S. Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
Late Night Fridays July 19
The Glen Arbor Arts Center is keeping the lights on a little longer this summer. Late Night Fridays continues July 19 with open galleries, 5 – 8 pm.
In the GAAC’s Main Gallery is Members Create. This annual exhibition showcases the talents of current GAAC members, including painting, mixed media, sculpture, clay and more in the GAAC Main Gallery. Native Plants, an exhibition of painted and chain stitched canvases by Dana Falconberry, are on view in the Lobby Gallery. Both galleries are open 5 – 8 pm.
GAAC Late Night Fridays events are free. The GAAC is located at 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. Read more at GlenArborArt.org / EXHIBITS.

Live Music at the M22 Wine Patio Ft. Allie Kessel
2024-07-20 15:00 - 17:00 | M22 Outdoor Wine Patio, 6298 W. Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636, United States
Stop at the M22 Glen Arbor Wine Patio, Saturday July 20th from 3-5pm for live music featuring Allie Kessel!
Allie Kessel is a musician and songwriter local to the Traverse City area. She loves to share her original music while incorporating familiar covers into her sets. Allie takes influence from singers like Aretha Franklin, Brandi Carlisle, and Sara Bareilles and brings a soulful sound to the stage whenever she performs. When she’s not performing you can find her along the shores of Lake Michigan swimming or hunting for rocks!
Grab a glass or flight of wine and enjoy an afternoon in Glen Arbor!
