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
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
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.
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.
Join us for a special program by the Empire Area Museum: On March 4th we'll enjoy a night of remembering the ole Empire Lumber Co. on this 100th anniversary of it's final burning.
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.
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Empire Area Community Emergency Fund Concert/Auction will be held Next Sunday December 20th from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at the Town Hall in Empire. This event will feature multiple performers by both singer song writer Amanda Egerer as well as "Da Sista Hood 'n Joe". A Live Auction will also be held between performance sets presented by Auctioneer
Saturday, November 28th | 11am-5pm in the Empire Town hall Shop the Empire Artisan's Market. Following the Market, will be a Tree Lighting Ceremony in the Village of Empire! Glen Arbor and Empire both host an annual holiday market featuring a variety of artisans showcasing different types of gifts/work, with an emphasis on local and
Film maker Audrey Geyer will present her new documentary Our Fires Still Burn: the Native American experience, which provides a window into the lives of contemporary Native Americans living in the Midwest. This program is made possible with support from the Friends of the Glen Lake Library.
Steve Stanton, owner of Leelanau Computer Repair in Suttons Bay, will discuss the many threats everyone faces daily in their use of computers, smartphones and tablets. Steve will suggest strategies and tools for making these online communications safe and secure.
The Glen Lake Library will host a presentation by Amanda Wetzel, of the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum, about the two aircraft carriers that operated on Lake Michigan during WW II, providing training for thousands of pilots and other personnel.
