• Jane Elder: Wilderness, Water and Rust

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

    Author and environmentalist Jane Elder will discuss her newly published book. It weaves together memories from her life in the upper Midwest with nearly fifty years of environmental policy work, presenting a unique insider’s perspective into the quest to protect the Great Lakes. Her book also charts a more sustainable path moving forward, offering a

    Free
  • Tech Tuesday at Glen Lake Library

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

    Corey Buchan of BuchanTech will discuss and demonstrate the many functions of the Apple iPad. Bring your own iPad, and your questions. The workshop is part of the ongoing Tech Tuesday series hosted by the public libraries of Leelanau County.

    Free
  • Home Organization with Ali LeJeune

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

    Ali, a T-C based professional organizer and home simplification expert will discuss how to bring calm and clarity to your spaces. Utilizing a unique combination of philosophies, Ali will offer practical guidance to help you better manage the clutter in your life.

    Free
  • Nature Drawing & Journaling Workshop

    Nature Drawing & Journaling Workshop

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

    Artist and educator Penny Krebiehl will lead this guided journal and drawing workshop, gathering at the library before heading outdoors. Participants should dress for outdoor weather, and bring their own drawing supplies (notebooks, pens, pencils, etc). The group will then meet back at the library to share their work. All ages are welcome.

    Free
  • Mindfulness for Seniors

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

    Explore techniques for stress reduction with Wendy Weckstein of Northern Michigan Psychiatric Services. She’ll discuss how mindfulness can help reduce the emotional and physical stresses often associated with aging: depression, anxiety, loneliness, physical limitations, cognitive decline and more. Presented in partnership with ShareCare and Leelanau County Senior Services. NOTE: Class size is limited. Please contact

  • Smartphone Photography Workshop Thursday, May 9, 7:00PM

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

    Wayne Pope, a photography instructor at Lansing Community College will show you how to make the most of your smartphone's camera. The workshop will cover both iPhone and Android devices. Seating is limited so please contact the library in advance to register. 231.326.5361.

  • Tech Tuesday: iPad basics

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

    Corey Buchan of BuchanTech will discuss and demonstrate the many functions of this popular Apple device. Bring your own iPad, and your questions. The workshop is part of the ongoing Tech Tuesday series hosted by the public libraries of Leelanau County.

    Free
  • Mollie Moody: A Father’s Arms

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

    Mollie Moody will share this fascinating account of her father's experience as a tank commander in World War II. Capt. Maynard's posthumously published diary provides a unique, first-hand perspective of this momentous era. All proceeds from the sales of the book will be donated to the VFW of Michigan.

  • Nature Drawing & Journaling Workshop

    Nature Drawing & Journaling Workshop

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

    Artist and educator Penny Krebiehl will lead this guided journal and drawing workshop, gathering at the library before heading outdoors. Participants should dress for outdoor weather, and bring their own drawing supplies (notebooks, pens, pencils, etc). The group will then meet back at the library to share their work. All ages are welcome.

    Free
  • Chris Lamb: Landscape Astrophotography

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

    Christopher Lamb will share examples of his unique compositions, combining the beauty of landscape photography with the wonderment of the night sky. The result is a gallery of the night sky not visible with the naked eye, with all of its colors, detail and clarity. Come join us for a discussion about the images of

    Free
  • Digital Newspaper Archive: Workshop

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

    The Leelanau Historical Society will lead this interactive workshop, exploring the wealth of resources available via the Digital Michigan Newspaper Portal. LHS staff will walk attendees through some sample searches, demonstrating the various tools available, then provide time for individual exploration and questions. Bring your own laptop or tablet, or borrow one from the library.

    Free
  • Tech Tuesday – Google Drive

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

    Learn how to use Google Drive, the popular free service that allows you to store and access files via the cloud. Google Drive also gives you access to free web-based applications for creating documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and more. Public Service librarian Dave Ulrich will be your guide for this fun introductory workshop. Bring your computer