NMCAA's Laundry Project: Free laundry service for those in need. 947-3780.
By Hand Project: This project is a consideration of the myriad ways in which the human hand is intrinsic to creative work; & a demonstration of what human hands can make. It runs through May 30 & offers a range of programs that explore this theme through the visual, performing, architectural, & literary arts. On May 4 at 1pm the GAAC will host a panel discussion of generative artificial ...
Native Plants: Painted + Stitched Canvases by Dana Falconberry: Runs May 3 - Aug. 29. Falconberry, a musician, printmaker, painter & more, has been creating textile works that combine hand-painted imagery with machine chain stitch embroidery. She uses this hybrid method of creation to continue her exploration & interpretation of native plants local to northern Michigan. Gallery hours are Mon. through Fri., 9am-3pm; & Sat. & Sun., noon-4pm.
"Bloom" Art Exhibit: An exhibit of spring & summer gardens, orchards & area farmsteads. The paintings are by local oil painter Wendy McWhorter. Opening reception on Fri., April 26 from 5-7pm. Meet the artist. A portion of the sales benefit The Botanic Garden.
Emerging Artists 2024: A Collection of NCMC Student Works: Work in glass, metals, ceramics, painting, drawing, photography, illustration, video, & more will be on display. This exhibition is organized by NCMC faculty. Hours are Tues. - Sat., 10am-5pm.
Generations Exhibition - Father Daughter Works of Art: Enjoy an exhibit that features large-scale paintings from a father & daughter duo – TC native Mitchell Truemner & Midland resident Katie Truemner Bruessow. This father & daughter bring two different styles. Their part II series will exhibit paintings inspired by Michigan's landscapes. An opening reception will be held on Thurs., May 2 from 5:30-7:30pm. The exhibit runs through June 29.
Oliver Art Center Regional Student Art Exhibition: Runs April 12 - May 10. More than 350 artworks in all media from area elementary, middle, & high schools will be on display. The artwork will be juried by artist Nik Burkhart. Certificates of Excellence & awards, including scholarships to the University of Olivet, will be presented during the Opening Reception on Fri., April 12 from 5-7pm. Oliver Art Center is open Tuesday - Saturday ...
AGRICULTURA - TC: An open call juried exhibit with agriculture-inspired artwork by 40 artists. Runs April 26 - May 25. Join the artists in celebration at the opening reception on Fri., April 26 from 5-7pm.
Barbara Reich Exhibit: An exhibit of original pastel paintings runs through May 27.
Frankfort-Elberta Restaurant Week: Specials at Frankfort & Elberta restaurants all week.
Michigan Water Color Society Signature Exhibition: Runs April 19 - May 18, with an opening reception on Fri., April 19 from 5-7pm. This Signature Exhibition will spotlight 40 watercolor artists from all regions of Michigan, including 19 Great Lakes Fellows & 21 Signature status members of the Michigan Water Color Society. Gallery hours are Mon. through Fri., 11am-4pm; & Sat., 11am-3pm.
Paul Welch: 90 Works, 90 Years: 2024 marks the 90th birthday of artist & retired NMC faculty member Paul Welch. This retrospective of his work, including several newer pieces created during the isolation of the pandemic, will be on view in the museum’s sculpture court. A reception will be held on Fri., May 17 at 5pm. Exhibit runs through May 26. Hours are Tues. through Sun., 11am-4pm.
Petoskey's Spring Restaurant Week: May 3-12. Participating restaurants in & around Petoskey will be setting their own menus & deals.
Trading Places: An exchange of artwork between Adrian Center for the Arts (ACA) Members & Crooked Tree Arts Center Guild Members. This will be an exhibit of ACA artwork only. Runs April 19 - May 25. An opening reception will be held on Fri., April 26 from 5-7pm. Gallery hours are Tues. through Fri., 11am-5pm, & Sat., 10am-4pm.
Traverse Area Camera Club 2023: Award Winners - TC: The Traverse Area Camera Club is a group of beginner to professional-level photographers who all have the same love of cameras & photography. Each year, group members critique & select top examples of photography in different skill categories. Runs April 26 - May 25.
"All Things Spring Exhibit": Featuring the photography of Winnie & Bill Johnston. In addition, local artists have chosen one or two of the Johnston's photographs to recreate in a medium & perspective of their choice. Their artwork will also be on display. Runs through May 30. Open Tues. through Sun., noon-4pm.
Grand Traverse Musicale Spring Concert: Featuring Joan Holland, harpist + violist & student, Caleb Mienke.
BOOKENDs Book Discussion: Books for the upcoming month will be available at the library's front desk, or use the Libby app to borrow the title from the library's digital collection. May's selection is "Deacon King Kong" by James McBride.
General Pelvic Health Workshop: Led by Dr. Erica O'Neal, a pelvic health physical therapist, this workshop will cover a range of topics, including basics of pelvic floor anatomy, common pelvic health issues, factors that contribute to pelvic floor dysfunction, & what you can do about it.
Quick Draw: Opening Reception: May 3, 6-9pm. Exhibit continues in the Gallery through May 12. This show features hundreds of sketches from two years of work by the Figure Drawing Studio artists. Local models volunteer to sit for portraits & full figure sketches. Seasonal hours. Check web site.
"Lumber Era Ghost Towns of Benzie: Gone but Not Quite Forgotten": Presented by Jerry Heiman. This presentation is part of the Benzie Area Historical Society’s Benzonia Academy Lecture Series.
"Parfumerie": An old fashioned romantic comedy performed by Little Traverse City Theatre.
Smartphone Photography Workshop: 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 & Android devices. Seating is limited so please contact the library in advance to register: 231.326.5361.
"The Wedding Singer": It's 1985, & rock star wannabe Robbie Hart is New Jersey's favorite wedding singer. Love, laughter & '80s music collide in this romantic comedy.
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