Community Calendar

Come visit Alden District Library and see Debbie Northrup’s unique up-north pottery.

The display can be viewed during normal library hours:
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 9:30a-5p
Tue 9:30a-6p
Sat 9:30a-2p.

The library is located at 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

Free Event.

At a later date, a video of the display can be viewed on the library's website, aldenlib.info and look for "On Display" link at left. Sponsored by Alden District Library.

The Oliver Art Center’s upcoming exhibition explores the elements as they inspire artists’ work in a variety of media.

The exhibit showcases the work of Michigan artists who employ oils, wax, printmaking, ceramics and other materials to interpret the effect of elemental properties on the world around us through paintings, photography, ceramics and sculpture.

Exhibit Hours:
Sunday 12:00-4:00
Monday - Thursday 10:00-4:00

Drop in and chat with Library Director Michele P. Howard! If you have questions about using the updated catalog search, now's a great time to ask them.

What is Soup and Bread? It’s simple. Local restaurants donate soup. You come, eat, and pay what you want. All money raised goes to a local non-profit.

November: Planned Parenthood
December: North Sky Raptor Sanctuary
January: FLOW For Water
February: Jubilee House
March: Women's Resource Center

Participating Restaurants include: Bubbies Bagels, Cooks House, S2S, Umbo, Modern Bird, Black Star Farms, Common Good Bakery, Identity Brewing, and Farm Club

For the November meeting of the Grand Traverse Humanists, Dr. Daniel Zielinski will present an update on the Traverse City FishPass Project. Dr. Zielinski is the principal engineer and scientist with the Great Lakes Fishery Commission and project lead on the FishPass project.

Something To Smile About: Mixed Media Paintings By Carol C Spaulding

Leelanau County artist Carol C Spaulding brings Something To Smile About, a small group of new mixed media paintings, to the Glen Arbor Arts Center’s Lobby Gallery. The exhibition runs September 2 - December 17.

Working intuitively, Spaulding combines cut-paper collage with exuberant painting. She creates lively compositions in a bright, uplifting palette, full of expressive lines, inserting an array of delightful marks and icons. “I like to begin with an open mind and a playful attitude,” Spaulding said.

Something To Smile About may be viewed in the Lobby Gallery or online, GlenArborArt.org / EXHIBITS.

The GAAC is open:
Monday - Friday, 9 am - 3 pm
Saturday and Sunday, noon - 4 pm

This artisans’ group has been creating art and contributing to the community for over 40 years. Newcomers are always welcome! For more info, email taartisansguild@gmail.com. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

Craft a lovely ribbon runner for your Thanksgiving table, 11/4 2-4 pm. RSVP by 10/28!

People of all skill levels, including beginners, are welcome! For more info, contact Sue Archer at 231-944-0013.

Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center & Library, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

Don’t hang up your Halloween costume just yet, join us for a Fall Plant Trivia event like never before. From ghost pipes to pumpkins, marigolds, and more come out to The Botanic Garden to cure your Halloween hangover. The season of spirits, traditions, and transformations isn’t over as we dive deep into the harvest traditions across the globe and their botanical influence in a fun and inspiring plant trivia contest.

Teams of up to four will compete for a Halloween themed grand prize and adoration for their botanical brilliance. Costumes are encouraged but not required and the top team costume members will all receive a FREE 1-Year Family Membership.

We will provide a series of botanical spirits (mocktails) using plants harvested from the garden and local products and healthy snacks for all participants. No worries there won’t be any Halloween candy as we aim to make the event a refresh after the holiday sugar rush.

You can register as a team of up to four or as an individual that would like to join a team too!