Community Calendar

Please join Disability Network Northern Michigan and TADL for an Americans with Disability Act Celebration and reception for Michigan Supreme Court Chief Justice Richard Bernstein. Including free tastings of a special Moomer's ice cream flavor created specifically for this celebration!

Bring the whole family for an afternoon filled with music, creativity, and fun at the Music House Museum!

Enjoy guided tours, tasty popcorn and lemonade, a hands-on craft table for kids, and a special visit from storyteller Jean Bolley featuring folktales from around the world, and some audience participation. Jean was a public librarian for many years focusing on children's work. She has done a lot of storytelling in the Lansing Public Schools and tells stories for Dynamic School Assemblies, Inc around the state.

Only $38 per family of two adults and up to four children 16 and under. Tickets can be purchased online at MyNorthTickets.com, musichouse.org or reserved by calling 231-938-9300.

Come make joyful summer memories with us — we can’t wait to welcome you!

Come hang out with us for live music. We'll be serving wine, seasonal cocktails, cider, coffee, and tapas-style small plates to share. Bring your crew or show up solo — Dune Bird is that kind of place.

This is a free event — no reservation required. Seating is first come, first served.

Please check our social media for the most up-to-date event information. For more information about our event calender, click here.

The Comedy Mixtape is Full Tilt Comedy's monthly comedy variety show. In addition to our speciality (improv) enjoy sketch, stand up, storytelling, parody songs, and more!

Honor cover, ages 16+.

Join the Glen Arbor Arts Center for a special musical performance celebrating local artist Harvey Gordon, whose acrylic paintings and inventive glazing techniques have captivated audiences for decades. The program features a musical tribute by his son, tenor David Gordon, with pianist Susan Snyder, performing songs and arias by Bernstein, Sondheim, Mozart, Beach, Berg, and more.

A singer, actor, director, and educator, David has performed with New York City Opera, Hawaii Opera Theatre, and the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra, and teaches at the Manhattan School of Music.Through this intimate concert, David celebrates his father’s creative spirit and the enduring connection between art, music, and family.

This performance is free and open to the public. A $25 per person donation is suggested to support Manitou Music. Contributions of any amount are appreciated. Your name will be included on a list at the door once you complete the checkout process. Walk-ins are always welcome, but space is limited.

In its 15th Anniversary Season, the Traverse City Dance Project returns with a vibrant six stop summer tour celebrating dance and live music, featuring seven professional dancers from across the country.

Highlights include a new dance work by Jennifer Lott, with music composed by Charlie Millard and performed live by the Charlie Millard Band; NYC-based tap artist Madison Hilligoss; and a premiere by Artistic Director Brent Whitney, followed by a Q&A with the artists.

Join us at Short's Brewing Company Beer Garden in Bellaire, MI, for this FREE event. Live music begins at 6:30 PM with the Charlie Millard Band, and the performance starts at 7:30 PM. We’re committed to accessibility—please let us know in advance if you need any accommodations.

Performance Sponsors are Crosshatch Center for Art and Ecology & Short's Brewing Company.

Professional Chicago actors perform Shakespeare in the park in Frankfort! Macbeth, directed by Christy Arington, is the gritty tale of a general’s ambition and rise to power, featuring witches and prophecies galore.

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Date: July 27, 28, and 31, 2026
Time: 9 am–11:30 am
Registration Deadline: Thursday, July 23, 2026
Location: Thoreson Farm
Ages: 7–12

The Clay Cubs camp immerses young artists in various clay hand-building techniques while discovering how exciting creating in a real ceramic studio can be. It’s the perfect fit for the camper who likes to get messy and investigate the ceramic medium in depth. All projects are glazed and kiln-fired and will be ready for pickup in 2–3 weeks. The instructor can also make arrangements for shipping projects for a shipping fee. Join us for one session or all summer!

NOTE: Finished pieces are normally ready for pick up within 2–4 weeks.

Objective: Skill Development, Creativity Enhancement

Outcome: Inspiration and Creativity, Development of Personal Style

Dates: July 27, 28, and 31, 2026
Time: 9 am–11:30 am
Registration Deadline: Thursday, July 23, 2026
Location: GAAC Classroom
Ages: 6–12

The Art Rangers camp is the perfect choice for the young artist who wants to explore a variety of media in a supportive, engaging environment. Paint, draw, sculpt, and print each week with exciting new projects. Campers will leave with an overflowing portfolio that will inspire continued curiosity. Join us for one session or all summer!

Objective: Skill Development, Creativity Enhancement

Outcome: Creation of Artwork, Inspiration and Creativity

In memory of Joe and Jane Muer, this giant community collage with over 200 canvases, created by local artists, is on display beginning June 6th. Each piece is priced at $40.00 with all proceeds benefiting programming at the Oliver Art Center.

Summer Hours:
June 1 – September 30:
Monday – Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday 12:00pm – 4:00pm