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 ...
Friends of the Alden District Library Book Sale: Books, audio books, DVDs, music CDs & puzzles. 231-331-4318.
Petoskey's Quack Walk Sale: April 19-21. Local businesses will offer great sales. Pick up a shopping passport at Grandpa Shorter's Gifts, & get it stamped at each participating business to enter a raffle. The winner will get a big rubber ducky filled with various prizes. For more info find 'Petoskey's Quack Walk Sale' on Facebook.
Tree Of Life -- An Exhibit: TC artist Mary Fortuna explores the Tree Of Life - Connecting The World in this mixed media installation. This small show runs through April 25. The Tree Of Life that will grow in the GAAC's Lobby Gallery is populated with animals, birds & insects. Each one is a hand-sewn soft sculpture. Hours: Mon. through Fri., 9am-3pm; Sat., 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.
Library Board Meeting: Join for the Library Board of Trustees April meeting.
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 ...
Spring Art Show: Featuring work by artists Logan Hudson, Mike Novak, Steve Cattin, & Molly Thompson. Visit the art in the Mathia Grand Entrance Lobby & the Towsley Lobby on the 2nd floor. Runs through April 26. It can be seen Mon. through Fri. from 10am-2pm & also before public performances.
Youth Art Show, Petoskey (Date Change): Original works of art by young artists in grades K-12. An opening reception will be held on Tues., March 19 from 5:30-7pm. Exhibit runs through May 3. Open Tues. through Sat., 10am-5pm.
Barbara Reich Exhibit: An exhibit of original pastel paintings runs through May 27.
Boyne Appétit! Restaurant Week: April 15-21. Restaurants & food retailers in Boyne City & neighboring towns offer specialties with affordable price points for both lunch & dinner.
Bugs & Blooms - Lauren Everett Finn and Michelle Tock York: Featuring the work of two local artists: Lauren Everett Finn - paint & clay; & found object sculptures of Michelle Tock York. The opening reception will be held on April 5 from 6-8pm. The show runs from April 5-May 3.
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.
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.
Luncheon Lecture: Seniors & Social Media: Trooper Corey Hebner of the Michigan State Police will talk about social media addiction & the on-line scams that target seniors.
Place Your Bets! Sports Betting Economics: The Economic Club of Traverse City presents a program on legalized online sports betting at their lunch meeting. Featuring Dr. John Holden, professor at the Spears School of Business at Oklahoma State University. Free for members; $35 for guests.
"United By Verse": Writers & visual artists inspire each other. This exhibit unites these collaborations. Featuring 35 pieces by 28 artists who have merged these two art forms. Opening Reception is Sun., March 24 from 12:30-4:30pm. Exhibit runs through May 4. Gallery hours are Friday through Monday from 12:30-4:30pm.
Family Fun with Space!: Drop by the library between 3:30-5:30pm to explore constellations & aliens with provided crafts & activities. For all ages.
"Botanic": This exhibition takes a collective look at our intimate relationship to the plant kingdom. Driven by our community of collaborators & artists, this 'living' exhibition will grow with additional artwork, installations, plants & observations added until the exhibition closes on May 5. It opens on March 8 from 5-9pm. Dress up in your favorite botanical wear, bring a plant to share at the plant swap (inside the ...
"Souper" Fridays: Homemade soups, breads, salads & dessert with a side dish of local history. Suggested free will donation - minimum $10.
NMEAC's 35th Environmentalist of the Year Celebration: Featuring appetizers, music from J Hobbs, a keynote speech by David Milarch of Archangel Ancient Tree Archive, & awards for those working to protect the environment.
Children & Families Go Outside Together: Little Traverse Conservancy will lead this fun, educational outdoor experience in honor of Earth Day.
"A Midsummer Night's Dream": Presented by the Young Company.
Student Showcase 2024: Enjoy an evening concert featuring ensemble performances from Big Water Creative Arts’ jazz & rock band programs in Alanson, Pellston, & at CTAC - Petoskey.
"Hamlet" by William Shakespeare: Presented by Interlochen Arts Academy Theatre Division. A dark & dramatic tale about the impossibility of certainty, the complexity of our actions, & the mystery of death.
IAA Wind Symphony Benefit Concert: Guitar Magic benefitting the Friends of Interlochen Public Library. Enjoy an evening of instrumental music courtesy of the Interlochen Arts Academy Wind Symphony led by Dr. Matthew Schlomer.
Interlochen In Town: An Evening with Dar Williams: SOLD OUT: New York-based singer-songwriter Dar Williams performs a program of original songs that span her two-and-a-half decade career. Williams’ unique folk style draws inspiration from alt-rockers, jazz musicians, & slam poets. Her latest album is "I'll Meet You Here."
Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical: Presented by Leland Public School & The Verdier Circle of Friends. The story of an extraordinary girl who dares to take a stand & change her own destiny.
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