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Free Find Your Park Concert–Lukas Krolikowski, Classical Guitarist

Platte River Campground Amphitheater 5683 Lake Michigan Road, Beulah, MI, United States

On Thursday, September 1, visitors to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (National Lakeshore) can listen to classical guitarist and composer Lukas Krolikowski at the Platte River Campground Amphitheater. Krolikowski will be performing from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m., and the concert is free with a park pass. Krolikowski will present a program featuring original works written

$07 – $015

InstaMeet At Port Oneida Rural Historic District at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Olsen Farm/Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear 3164 W Harbor Hwy, Maple City, MI, United States

On Saturday, September 3, 2016, at 4:00 p.m., Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore will host a free InstaMeet event to celebrate the National Park Service (NPS) centennial. An InstaMeet is an interactive, in-park event, allowing visitors meet up, take photos, and get to know each other. Once the visitors meet, they will accompany a park

$07 – $015

Glen Lake Bridge Walk

Labor Day Monday, Sept. 5th at 12 noon Since 1995, Glen Arborites close out the summer season with the annual Labor Day Bridge walk. The walk goes .3 miles across the Narrows Bridge, that passes over the two Glen Lakes. Meet at noon at On The Narrows Marina to participate! Before and after the ceremonial walk, find plenty of recreation and things

Painting Demonstration with Lisa Flahive

Center Gallery at Lake Street Studios

Traverse City artist Lisa Flahive will conduct a painting demonstration at Center Gallery, 6023 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor, on Saturday, Sept. 10, 1 p.m. The event is open to the public. Flahive paints the immediacy of local streets, beaches, cafes and jazz clubs. She is artist-in-residence for Chateau Chantel Wintery in Traverse City. Her

Free

BioBlitz at Sleeping Bear Dunes

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore 9922 Front Street Highway M-72, Empire, MI, United States

On Saturday, September 17, visitors to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (National Lakeshore) can become citizen scientists for the day by joining the park’s quest to showcase the biodiversity of the National Lakeshore through a BioBlitz. The BioBlitz is a time for scientists, students, teachers, families, and park visitors to team up to identify as

After School Art- Grades 1-6

Children will have fun exploring a variety of art materials and enjoy the camaraderie of other young creators in this 4 week session each Tuesday. Experienced instructors will help children tap into their creative abilities. A snack and art supplies are included. Pre-registration is required by September 30, 2016. Tuition assistance is available. Glen Lake

$50

Pumpkin Fest 2016

Downtown Glen Arbor Glen Arbor, MI, United States

Join us for the Inaugural pet family friendly Pumpkin Fest on October 22nd from 1-6pm! This celebration of fall will take place downtown Glen Arbor all afternoon, giving participants time to carve their artistic creations, enjoy family friendly activities and contests, followed by a Pumpkin lighting at dusk and a community Dinner. From 1-6pm Pumpkins

Halloween ~ Trick or Treating in Glen Arbor

Downtown Glen Arbor Glen Arbor, MI, United States

Join us on Sunday October 30th 2016, just before Halloween, from 12-4pm for a fun afternoon of trick or treating in downtown Glen Arbor! Dress up in your Halloween finest and bring the whole family for treats from all participating businesses. This is a wonderful event, open to the public, and free for all to enjoy! Beyond trick

Free

Plein Air Painters of Northwest Michigan

City Opera House 106 E. Front Street, Traverse City, MI, United States

Plein Air Painters of NW Michigan will be exhibiting over 100 paintings at the historic City Opera House.  The opening reception will be held on Wednesday, November 2 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a secondary reception being held in conjunction with Ladies Shopping Night downtown on Thursday, December 8 from 5:00 p.m. to

Free

Holiday Marketplaces 2016

Glen Arbor Township Hall

Glen Arbor's Holiday Marketplace Saturday, November 26th, 2016 | Marketplace Open from 10am - 4pm ~ great for Christmas gift shopping, this family friendly event also offers the opportunity to meet Santa and Mrs Claus with photo ops for children.

Songs, Stories & S'mores

Mountain Flowers Lodge at The Homestead 1 Wood Ridge Road, Glen Arbor, MI, United States

Join in on some good 'ole fashioned family fun.  Local folk musicians and story tellers host an evening of sing-a-long songs and story time at Mountain Flowers Lodge from 5:30pm to 8:30pm.  We'll also have the outdoor fireplace roaring for marshmallow roasting and s'mores. Adults: $12; Children $9; Children under 5 years old are free.

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