• Dinosaur Art and Stories

    Glen Lake Community Library 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, United States

    Help create a colorful banner for the library! Enjoy some dino-tastic stories, be a paleontologist and more!

    Free
  • Spring Break Camp: Dinosaur Activities

    Glen Lake Community Library 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, United States

    Help create a colorful dinosaur banner for the library, enjoy some dino-tastic stories and be a paleontologist!

    Free
  • Stem Kit Open House

    Glen Lake Community Library 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, United States

    Explore our many stem learning kits and games: Electronics, building sets, microscopes and much more!

    Free
  • The Search for Anna and Levi Film Screening

    Glen Lake Community Library 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, United States

    Join us for a special screening of this documentary film from the Leelanau Historical Society. Directed by Joe VanderMeulen, the film explores the lives of Anna and Levi Johnson, early Black homesteaders in what is now the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The film brings to light an overlooked chapter of Leelanau County’s history and

  • String Art Workshop

    Glen Lake Community Library 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, United States

    Explore your crafty side in this fun workshop! Two area crafty gals will help you create delicate string art hearts, just in time for Valentine's Day! Space is limited so contact the library - 231.326.5361 to register.

  • Michigan Beer – a Heady History

    Glen Lake Community Library 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, United States

    Come learn about the rich and tasty legacy of Michigan beer in this virtual lecture by author Patti F. Smith. She’ll highlight the history of our state’s brewers, from the pioneers through Prohibition and post-WWII. Learn how immigrants brought distinctive beer styles from their home countries, as well as about early Detroit brewers, brewing consolidation

  • Learn About Seasonal Affective Disorder

    Glen Lake Community Library 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, United States

    Join us for an informative session with wellness guru Amy White. She'll discuss Seasonal Affective Disorder, a common condition that effects millions of people every year. Amy will look at SAD's relationship to sunlight, Vitamin D and other factors. She will outline strategies for combating the "Winter Blues". Class space is limited. Please call the

  • Vintage Jewelry Sale and Donation Drop Off

    Glen Lake Community Library 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, United States

    The Glen Lake Woman’s Club will be selling unique vintage jewelry at the Glen Lake Community Library during the Empire Artisan Marketplace, November 29th, 10 am to 4 pm. Shoppers will find the perfect, sparkling holiday gifts of earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, and pins to meet the budget of every shopper. Donations of used jewelry

  • Glen Lake Library Community Blood Drive

    Glen Lake Community Library 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, United States

    Celebrate the Holiday of Hope by donating blood in the Program Room of the Glen Lake Library. Appointments are preferred. To set up an appointment call 866.642.5653 or visit: versiti.org/mi. Walk-ins are welcome as the schedule allows. As a thank you, all attempting donors with a valid email will receive a $25 e-gift card.

  • Map-Making Workshop

    Glen Lake Community Library 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, United States

    Artists Jerry Gretzinger and Meg Staley will lead this afternoon workshop. Using the accalimed Jerry's Map as inspiration, participants will creative map tiles charting their own imaginary workshop. A portion of Jerry's Map is currently on display at the library. Space is limited for this workshop so please contact the library (231.326.5361) to register before

  • Saving the Farm

    Glen Lake Community Library 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, United States

    The Leelanau County Historic Preservation Society will present their new documentary film, Saving the Barn: the Leelanau County Poor Farm. The film relates the history of this landmark and the dedicated effort to preserve the iconic barn. The LCHPS will also provide an update on new projects ad their vision for the future.

  • Tech Tuesday – iDevices: October 28, 2:00 pm

    Glen Lake Community Library 10115 Front Street, Empire, MI, United States

    Come to the library for this month's Tech Tuesday tutorial, presented by Corey Buchan of BuchanTech. Bring your iPhone, iPad or MacBook and your questions and learn from the expert! Tech Tuesdays are presented in partnership by the public libraries of Leelanau County.