"Happy": The rescheduled opening reception for this exhibit takes place on Feb. 2 from 5-7pm. "Happy" features the work of 26 artists who explore & interpret the many facets & meanings of happiness: literal to metaphorical, in 2D + 3D. Runs through March 21. Open Mon. through Fri., 9am-3pm; Sat., noon-4pm.
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.
Journey Through Abstraction: This group exhibition of diverse abstract art will open with a reception on Fri., Feb. 23 from 5-7pm. The work of Michigan artists, Kenneth Anbender, Nancy Clouse & Marat Paransky is showcased in this exhibition. Runs through April 5. Oliver Art Center is open Tues. - Sat. from 10am-4pm; Sun.: noon-4pm. Closed on Mondays.
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.
Kid's Craft Lab: Colorful Eggs: Use a salad spinner to dye a couple of hard-boiled eggs to take home for Easter or eat for lunch. Sign up at the front desk when you arrive. Make your reservation on web site.
Preschool Story Time: Preschoolers of all ages are invited to join for stories, songs & active fun.
"Turned & Stitched: Artistry in Woodworking & Quilting": Runs March 8 – April 6 with an opening reception on Fri., March 8 from 5-7pm. The wood pieces featured were crafted by members of Northwestern Michigan Woodturners. The quilts on display were made by local artists.
Annual Youth Art Exhibit, TC: Celebrating the work of K-12 art students & educators from throughout the Grand Traverse region. An Opening Reception/award reception will be held on Sun., March 10 from 1-3pm. Exhibit runs through April 5.
Barbara Reich Exhibit: An exhibit of original pastel paintings runs through May 27.
Petoskey Chamber Connecting Women in Business Luncheon: Kalin Sheick will be the featured speaker with her topic "The Sweetwater Story - How to Pivot & Consistently Create New Ideas in Your Small Business." Register.
Storytime Adventures: Featuring "The Wonkey Donkey" by Craig Smith.
Tech Tuesday: Google Drive: Join for a presentation on how to use Google Drive. Bring your mobile device or laptop with login info & your questions.
"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 ...
From Publication to the Public: A Library Book's Path to the Reader: The LWVGTA will present a free program focused on how a library book gets to the reader's hands with discussion of the process of publication, process of library selection, censorship & book banning efforts. Michele Howard, director of TADL; Stephie Luyt, elementary library coordinator for TCAPS; & Karrie Zeits, a governmental law attorney, are the speakers.
International Affairs Forum - AI & Global Cooperation: What’s Happening & What’s Next: In-person & online event with Joshua Meltzer, Senior Fellow, Global Economy and Development Program at the Brookings Institution, & co-lead of the Forum on Cooperation in Artificial Intelligence. 7pm program; 6:00pm reception.
NCTA Grand Traverse Chapter - March Meeting: Denise DeKett will share her exciting adventure through the jungles, mountains, caves & temples of Southeast Asia.
Queer Tales Book Club: Chat about books that are by &/or about LGBTQIA+ people. Reading is not required, & everyone is welcome. Held the third Tuesday of the month. This month's book is "Self-Made Boys" by Anna-Marie McLemore.
Sweetwater Evening Garden Club Speaker & Meeting: The guest speaker will be Nate Winkler from the Conservation Resource Alliance of Traverse City. Nate is a biologist with vast experience in areas such as management of fish habitat projects, dam removals, & road/stream crossing replacements to restore biotic connectivity to streams & rivers. 938-9611.
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