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 ...
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.
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.
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 ...
Peepers Program: Bugs & Beetles: An adult-accompanied program for early learners ages 3-5 years old of all experience levels with the natural world. Enjoy stories, crafts, music, & discovery activities. As bugs & insects start to hatch in the spring, you'll make bug habitats out of natural materials. Programming is 100% outdoors, so please dress for the weather.
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.
Storytime with Miss Diane: Enjoy stories, crafts & snacks.
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.
Preschool Story Time: Preschoolers of all ages are invited to join for stories, songs & active fun.
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.
Tech Tuesday: Bring in your devices &/or technology questions & Gabe will help.
Free Open Studio Tuesdays: Bring your paints, fiber arts, written arts, sculpting, jewelry, cards, drawing, or other portable mediums. Share project tips & tricks, bring a sack lunch if you want to, & enjoy an afternoon with friends.
"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.
Tech Tuesday: iPad Basics: Bring your iPad with login info & your questions. No pre-registration required.
Smart Money MI Kids Read: PCL Teams up with TBA Credit Union to emphasize financial smarts for kids. 231-223-7700.
Spanish Speaking Cohort: This is NOT a Spanish class; just a chance to enjoy conversations with other Spanish speakers.
"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 ...
Media Literacy 101/Mis & Dis Information: Presented by the LWVGTA. Learn how to tell if the information we receive can be trusted. Discussion will include AI, social media discrepancies, effective use of communication strategies, how media literacy is taught in high school, & how reporters check facts.
FOLTL Poetry Night: Featuring a Basic Songwriting Workshop with Siusan O'Rourke. Explore the difference between spoken poetic rhyme & lyric writing. Attendees to bring note taking materials & an instrument is optional.
NCTA Grand Traverse Chapter - April Meeting: Learn when, where, & how to avoid ticks in Michigan, with an emphasis on those that transmit Lyme disease. Speaker will be Dr. Jean Tsao, professor, Depts. of Fisheries & Wildlife and Large Animal Clinical Sciences at Michigan State University.
Queer Tales Book Club: Chat about books that are by &/or about LGBTQIA+ people. Reading is not required, & everyone is welcome. Held the third Tues. of the month. This month's selection is to Bring Your Favorite Poetry or, if you have trouble picking one, select one from Adrienne Rich's works. You can find her poems from the library catalog or from the Poetry Foundation.
Sweetwater Evening Garden Club Speaker & Meeting: The guest speaker will be Amy Hartzog from TART Trails of TC. Amy's program will be on the Nakwema Trailway, the new connector between Acme & Charlevoix. For questions call: 938-9611.
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