Glen Arbor Sun

Northport Arts Association holds Photo Exhibit

By editor / May 22, 2026

The Northport Arts Association is proud to present the 2026 Northport Photo Exhibit, launching Memorial Day weekend with a FREE...

Northport Arts Association holds Photo Exhibit

Burdickville Studio Tour returns Memorial Day weekend

By editor / May 22, 2026

Join local artists in beautiful Burdickville, east of the Glen Lakes, for an open studio art tour on Memorial Day Weekend,...

Burdickville Studio Tour returns Memorial Day weekend

Afternoon-long fundraiser concert returns to Lively Acres

By editor / May 22, 2026

It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood. The Lively neighborhood, that is, as the compound on M-72 readies to host...

Afternoon-long fundraiser concert returns to Lively Acres

Glen Arbor Players open 2026 season

By editor / May 21, 2026

The Glen Arbor Players open their 2026 season on Friday, May 22, at 7 pm at The Leelanau School auditorium...

Made in Michigan Series returns to Bay Theatre

By editor / May 21, 2026

With Memorial Day weekend fast approaching, summer is coming to The Bay—starting with a special Made in Michigan screening series...

Made in Michigan Series returns to Bay Theatre

Samaritans’ Closet comes to Empire

By editor / May 21, 2026

Everything old is new again, as Samaritans’ Closet proves at its store in Lake Leelanau. Which is why it is...

Hallstedt Homestead shares Leelanau County farm life, land, access and joy

By editor / May 20, 2026

The Hallstedt Homestead is nestled near the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula, at the southern edge of Northport. Back in...

Hallstedt Homestead shares Leelanau County farm life, land, access and joy

Fresh off the Easel: 14th annual Leland Air returns to Old Art Building

By editor / May 20, 2026

The Old Art Building is thrilled to announce the return of its signature spring event, Leland Air, on Saturday, May...

Fresh off the Easel: 14th annual Leland Air returns to Old Art Building

Stephanie Schlatter: Finding the Extraordinary in the Everyday

By editor / May 17, 2026

For centuries, the arts have recognized and illuminated the profundity of everyday life. The practice of depicting ordinary, shared social...

Stephanie Schlatter: Finding the Extraordinary in the Everyday

Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Leelanau State Park host birding experience

By editor / May 15, 2026

Nature lovers and bird enthusiasts are invited to enjoy a peaceful morning of birdwatching during a special Birding Experience with...

Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Leelanau State Park host birding experience

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