Wayne Pope, a photography instructor at Lansing Community College and an avid naturalist, will share images and video clips of native species such as piping plovers, trumpeter swans, common loons, sandhill cranes and many others, and offer tips on how to best photograph these creatures.
Craig Dudnick will present his documentary film about the life and work of Alice Tregay, an African-American civil rights activist from Chicago. Working along with other leaders, including Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., she helped organize grass-roots community initiatives, providing a positive model for civic engagement and political activism.
The Glen Lake Library in Empire invites community members to attend this interactive workshop, helping shape a vision for the library as it develops a plan for building renovations and expansion. The discussion will be led by Steve Smith of TMP Architecture, who is conducting a space needs assessment for the library. The meeting will
Lisa Wheeler, author of the 2017 Michigan Reads children's book "Bubble Gum, Bubble Gum", will present a special preschool story hour at the Glen Lake Library. Lisa will bring her rollicking story to life with puppets, finger plays and singing. Her visit to Empire is part of a state-wide tour sponsored by the Library of
This enlightening documentary profiles the Grenada Chocolate Company Cooperative, a small Caribbean producer based on a commitment to ethical and sustainable practices. Grocer’s Daughter Chocolates of Empire will co-host the screening, and share their own Fair Trade experiences, along with some of their tasty hand-crafted chocolates.
Local author Jerry Dennis will read excerpts from his writings, and share insights into what makes life in northern Michigan so special. Jerry has received critical praise and a loyal following of readers, thanks to books such as The Living Great Lakes, The Windward Shore, and The River Home.
Help celebrate the Empire Asparagus Festival by creating and sharing your asparagus-themed poetry. Submit your verse by Thursday, May 18, along with your name and contact information, to: Glen Lake Community Library, PO Box 325, Empire, MI 49630; or by email to [email protected]. Or, simply drop your work off at the library. Then, come present
In conjunction with the Glen Lake Garden Club, we’re pleased to present this documentary film, which explores the vital role played by native plants in protecting local ecosystems. The film features renowned entomologist Dr. Douglas Tallamy, whose research, books and lectures sound the alarm about habitat and species loss. Inspiring case studies of community commitment to
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
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.
Join us for a special screening of the award-winning documentary film The Barn Raisers, on Friday, November 17 at 7:00 pm. The film explores the building methods, styles, and materials used to create these iconic structures, and the role these “country cathedrals” played in the settling and building of our country. The event will
Essential oils extracted from plants have been used for thousands of years in many different cultures, to improve physical, mental and emotional health. Sole Wright, a certified fitness trainer, will share her knowledge of essential oils, offering practical tips on their use, and guidelines on how to select the best botanicals. At the Glen Lake
