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 ...
Earth Week Bird Walk: Learn to ID birds by sight & sound & learn how to log observations online using the eBird webpage or app. Bring binoculars or borrow some from the Grass River Center. Register.
Free Lids for Cyclin' Kids & Spring Yard Sale: Presented by Norte & Munson Healthcare, who will give away kid's bike helmets to any kid who needs one. You can also explore Norte's Bike Library, where kids can borrow a bike, free of charge, for the summer & beyond. The spring bike sale is happening at the same time.
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.
Ninth Annual Big Little Hero Race: Enjoy a superhero-themed, family-friendly event organized by NMC students. The event features a free fun run, officially timed 5K & 10K runs, a silent auction, & more. Register in advance.
"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.
Celebrate Smart Money Kids Special Story Hour: Featuring money & counting-themed stories & activities, a free copy of the book "Owl and Otter and the Big Talent Show," & Money Smart Goodie Bags from TBA. 231-276-6767.
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.
Kids Coding Club: Join in lots of coding fun. Registration appreciated either online or by calling 231-533-8814. Ages 5-18.
MakerFest 2024 - Special Earth Day Edition!: Join the library, along with RecycleSmart & many others, for an Earth Day MakerFest extravaganza.
Nature Drawing & Journaling: Artist & educator Penny Krebiehl will lead this guided nature journal & drawing workshop, gathering at the library before heading outdoors. Dress for outdoor weather, & bring your own drawing supplies. The group will then meet back at the library to share your work. All ages are welcome.
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 ...
Open Studio, Petoskey: Drop-in free arts & crafts for the whole family. New projects are offered each week.
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.
TART Trails Hosts Annual Spring Work Bee: Bring gloves, garbage bags & gardening tools if available. See the list of work bee locations & sign up.
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.
The Frostbite Trail: A Charlevoix & Antrim counties small bite & drink tasting experience with 12 participating locations.
"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.
Hike with a Poet: This hike will include the poetry of Pattiann Rogers. Explore how, through a cultivation of precise scientific knowledge & poetic sensibility, through a kind of ecstatic cataloguing, Rogers shows that the spiritual is inherent in the natural world.
Music BY HAND: Musicians Martha Meek & Laura Hood will talk about the value & joy of making music by hand. Meek is the director of the Martha Meek Music Studio in Suttons Bay. Hood teaches music, & chairs The Leelanau School art department. A group of Leelanau School music students will also take part in the discussion, & talk about their experience as hand music makers. The By ...
ARTREACH Educational Program: In partnership with the crew of ArtRageous, City Opera House is offering a free educational program prior to their evening show. ARTREACH provides an emphasis on the importance of the arts for all ages. ARTRAGEOUS ARTREACH combines multidisciplinary arts in one single immersive performance.
Poetry Reading: Oomen, Scollon, Steinnorth. Group poetry reading by the fireplace.
Screening of "The Occupation of the American Mind": Presented by UUCGT & MidEast:JustPeace. Following the screening will be a moderated question/answer session with panelists. This film is a look at the way the news about Israel/Palestine is presented to the American public, & how it may influence the political environment for policymakers. Questions: uucgtfilms@gmail.com.
"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 ...
"LYL DIA": A northern Michigan teen rapping positive messages. Presented by The Depot Jordan Valley Teen Center.
AF Social & Life TC: Sacred Circle: Join this Women's Sacred Circle where you will work to unwind & connect in a genuine & safe space.
Community Contra Dance: 6:30pm: doors open. 7:30-9:30pm: music by Woodland Celtic & dancing led by Pat Reeser. No partner or experience necessary.
"A Midsummer Night's Dream": Presented by the Young Company.
"Dreams from Faraway Lands": Presented by the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra & Maestro Libor Ondras, with the highlight being Marcus Paus' "Portrait of Zhou for Flute and Orchestra." At 6pm, GLCO Music Director & Conductor Dr. Ondras will give an optional pre-performance talk about the music & composers. Free tix available for Veterans, active service members & students 18 & under by calling 231-487-0010.
"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.
NMC Spring Jazz Concert w/ Guest Artist: Vibraphonist Jim Cooper will perform as soloist with the NMC Jazz Lab Band, Jazz Big Band, & a special Jazz Combo who will be performing works by Jim in their spring concert. Award-winning Cooper has been playing the vibraphone for over 45 years, & has performed with jazz artists Marcus Belgrave, Buddy de Franco, the Chicago Jazz Ensemble, & many others. Tickets are $13/advance, $15/door for adults; ...
Artrageous: A troupe of misfits artists, singers, dancers & musicians who started as friends doing street theatre in Vancouver. They pay tribute to a variety of art forms, icons & musical genres. Be prepared to be part of the show!
Lorrie Morgan w/ Jamie O'Neal: Enjoy these country music stars! Lorrie Morgan is the first woman in her genre to begin her career with three consecutive Platinum albums. Jamie O'Neal is also a platinum-selling country singer with hits that include "There Is No Arizona" & "Somebody's Hero."
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