Empire Area Community Center is the sponsor for the 29th annual Labor Day Bridge Walk! It will begin on the Glen Arbor side of the Carl Olson Bridge M22. The start will be signaled with a flyover by Bruce Jacobs at Noon. Certificates and tshirts will be available on the Empire side. Contact JoAnne Beare (231)631-4316
Glen Arbor Farmers Market is held every Tuesday morning from 9 AM – 1 PM, June 4th - September 10th
Join us for Live Music at the M22 Wine Patio with André Villoch on Saturday, September 7th from 3-5pm. Enjoy a large pour or flight of our M22 Wines while listening to live music! With 15 wines, hard cider, and non-alcoholic options available, there is something for everyone! André is a local singer-songwriter/comedian who has
Join us for this Sunday afternoon celebration at the Empire Township Hall. The gathering will honor Empire’s own Anne-Marie Oomen, recipient of the 2023 Michigan Author Award from the Library of Michigan. Festivities will include live music by Lisa and Ingemar Johansson of Song of the Lakes, along with readings by Anne-Marie and various friends
Join us for a celebration in honor of Empire’s own Anne-Marie Oomen, recipient of the 2023 Michigan Author Award from the Library of Michigan. Festivities will include live music by Lisa and Ingemar Johansson of Song of the Lakes, along with readings by Anne-Marie and others. Appetizers and beverages will be provided. Attendees may also
Glen Arbor Farmers Market is held every Tuesday morning from 9 AM – 1 PM, June 4th - September 10th
William Derouin & Tera John of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians will discuss Indigenous agricultural practices. Tera is an active Tribe member who practices native food traditions and works at the Tribe’s “Gitigaan” or garden. She’ll discuss the importance of the Three Sisters – corn, beans & squash – and how
Coffee With The Authors is a live, conversational interview with local and regional authors about the craft and process of writing. On September 14 Traverse City poet and teacher Teresa Scallon talks about To Embroider The Ground With Prayer, a collection of poems considering her father’s illness, death, and the Michigan farming community in which
Coffee With The Authors is a live, conversational interview with local and regional authors about the craft and process of writing. On September 14 Traverse City poet and teacher Teresa Scollon talks about To Embroider The Ground With Prayer, a collection of poems considering her father’s illness, death, and the Michigan farming community in which
Learn how to make your home safe and accessible, helping you to age in place. Lindsay & Dan Smith of Ace Handyman Services will discuss fall prevention, lighting, entryways, stairs, bathrooms and more. Please contact the library to register in advance. 231.326.5361.
Explore the craft of nature journaling in this virtual conference, featuring presentations by a talented lineup of artists, writers and teachers. Penny Kreibiehl, our local nature guide, will serve as the on-site host. Attendees can participate for all or part of the day, as schedules allow. Seating is limited, so please contact the library in
Come celebrate National Women-Owned Business Day with Heather Sack and Mia Moyad. Saturday, Sept. 21, from 11am-5pm and Sunday, Sept. 22, from 11am-3pm. Browse Heather's gorgeous locally made jewelry to put a sparkle in your life and Mia Moyad's locally made art and gifts that will delight your heart! Celebratory attire encouraged daaahling! miamoyad.com
