• Learn to Draw Dragons

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

    Join us at Glen Lake Library for our last summer kid's presentation as local artist Victoria Velting will share step-by-step techniques on drawing dragons. All materials will be provided. A reminder to those who signed up for the library's Summer Reading Challenge, that log books must be turned in no later than September 5, 2023.

    Free
  • Author John Wemlinger

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

    Meet local author John Wemlinger, of Onekama, who will discuss his new book "The Road to Empire". His latest novel relates the journey of a young man following his sense of duty in the wake of 9/11, training as a helicopter pilot while balancing family and friends, and the pull of his hometown of Empire.

  • Captain Joel’s Magic Show / August 10 / 11:00 AM

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

    Welcome aboard Captain Joel's Magic Show! Michigan's own Magician, Joel Tacey, will be performing his magic with friendship and fun at the Glen Lake Library Thursday, August 10, 2023, at the Glen Lake Library in Empire. His show is great entertainment and fun for the entire family. The show starts @ 11:00 AM.

  • Hula Dancing with Miss Natali

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

    Join us at Glen Lake Library for a fascinating, interactive program designed to spread the joys of the hula hoop. Miss Natali will perform artistry and dance with hula hoops and share with kids some pointers on how to master the hula hoop for themselves.

  • Sue’s Zoo

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

    Glen Lake Library's children's programming continues Thursday with a special visit by the animals of Sue's Zoo! Sue Duncan of Empire will bring her menagerie of furry and feathered creatures, explaining their unique characteristics and offering tips on their care.

  • Katherine Reay / A Shadow in Moscow: July 26

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

    Join us for a conversation with author Katherine Reay, who will read from here thrilling new novel A Shadow in Moscow. It weaves together two narratives, both in Cold War era Moscow but decades apart, as two courageous women spies risk everything to protect all they love. Katherine is a regular visitor to the Glen

  • Michael Brennan / River Sacred – Uncovering the Crystal: July 20

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

    Join us for this presentation by Glen Arbor resident Michael Brennan, who will share readings and photographs from his limited-edition chapbook River Sacred: Uncovering the Crystal, a very personal exploration of our beloved Crystal River. His chapbook is the result of a decades-long connection with the Crystal River, and explores the delicate natural balance and

  • Benjammin’ Jamboree

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

    Join us for the Benjammin' Jamboree! Kids and families will sing, dance, move and clap along with Bejammin's musical and educational performance.

  • Pop-Up BOOK SALE

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

    Find your next read at our Pop-Up Book Sale. A great selection of gently used books for readers of all ages and interests at bargain prices.

  • The Legend of the Beaver’s Tale with NPS Ranger Emily

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

    Join us on Thursday, July 13 @ 11:00 am to hear the story, The Legend of the Beaver's Tale. After reading the story, Sleeping Bear Dunes Ranger Emily will have a hands on demonstration of a beaver's pelt along with other beaver artifacts. Learn how beavers work, play, what they eat and how they help

  • Safety First with the Glen Lake Fire Department

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

    Learn about Emergency Response vehicles and how first responders keep us safe with this program provided by the Glen Lake Fire Department. Participants will be able to see first hand the equipment and vehicles used by firefighters and ambulance staff. Join us in front of the Glen Lake Library for the third event in our

  • Glen Lake Library/Versiti Blood Drive – June 30

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

    Help support a critical component of our local healthcare system by participating in this upcoming blood drive, presented by Versiti, the coordinator for blood supplies in northern Michigan. The Versiti team will be on hand in the library's Program Room, from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm, ready to accept these vital donations. For an appointment,