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Tusen Takk Foundation in Leland announces 2022-23 residents

The Tusen Takk Foundation is pleased to announce the 15 artists who have been selected for a solo or collaborative residency at Tusen Takk from August 2022 through December 2023. The foundation’s second season brings a group of exceptionally talented people to an inspiring place to work in a variety of media including painting, monumental paperworks, photography, music composition, textile arts, and creative writing.

Benzie-Leelanau Health Department lifts school mask mandate, February 17

Due to improving conditions surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, the Benzie-Leelanau District Health Department announced that the First Amended Order which requires masks to be worn in school settings will be lifted on Thursday, February 17.

Public health, vaccinations increase U.S. lifespan. But political agendas undercut gains

As a local health officer serving six counties in northern Michigan, I see the profound impact of prevention and direct services delivered through public health professionals and innovative community partnerships on the health of people and environments. Successes of public health have contributed in a vital way to a 30-year increase in life expectancy since 1900 in the United States. Thanks to vaccinations for children and adults, there is decreased illness and mortality. However, I write this out of concern as a citizen for the future of our health and well-being.

Elijah Allen sets scene for The Accidentals’ “Eastern Standard Time”

The Accidentals released the music video Friday, Feb. 4, for their beautiful new song “Eastern Standard Time.” The visuals feature local hobby videographer Elijah Allen’s awe-inspiring footage of himself ice skating across frozen Lake Leelanau in January. Click here to watch the video. The Glen Arbor Sun caught up with Allen to learn more about his incredible video and how he teamed up with The Accidentals.

Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes seeks volunteers

The Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes is always looking for new volunteers. If you enjoy being outdoors and being part of a group of dedicated park volunteers, this is the place for you. Some volunteer positions like Adopt-A-Beach, Adopt-A-Trail and Adopt-A-River can be completed on your own or with family and friends, when you are here and when you have time. Other positions provide the opportunity to meet and learn from park professionals and trained volunteers in a group setting.

Glen Arbor’s Chili Cook-Off and Perch Fishing Contest returns

In this photo from our archives, Ed Love shakes hands with his fresh perch at the Chili Cook-Off and Perch Fishing Contest on the deck at Boonedocks in Glen Arbor, which returns this year on Saturday, Feb. 19, from noon–3 p.m. Proceeds from the event fund scholarships for Glen Lake School students headed to college.

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Case-Daniels Jewelry & Metalsmithing: eclectic place of community

By Sandra Serra Bradshaw Sun contributor Case-Daniels Jewelry & Metalsmithing, centered in the village of Suttons Bay, is found off the main M-22 thoroughfare. The establishment, located at the end of a short-and-straight brick walkway, beckons passersby to explore its path. You will find the sky-blue building of Case-Daniels at the end of the walkway. […]

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Glen Arbor Arts Center exhibits Woodland Studios, unveils 2022 summer event highlights

The Glen Arbor Arts Center (GAAC) is exhibiting Woodland Studies, a small exhibition of black and white photographs by Grand Rapids photographer Rodney Martin. The exhibition runs until April 13 in the GAAC Lobby Gallery. Among highlights planned for this summer, the GAAC will collaborate with Interlochen Public Radio to host their first ever Music in Residency for June. IPR’s Soundgarden Quintet will play impromptu free concerts around Glen Arbor—at the beach, on a hiking trail, maybe a store, and once a week, they will host a free community concert on the GAAC’s front porch.

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Madcap Coffee acquires Blue Boat Coffee in Leland

Grand Rapids-based Madcap Coffee Company has acquired Leland-based Blue Boat Coffee and will open its fourth café location in Michigan and its first in Leelanau County in March 2022.

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Sleeping Bear Dunes Trail Trekker Challenge checks all the boxes

Although Leelanau County is fortunate to have a national lakeshore to step into with such little effort, it is easy for residents to forget that the park is 35 miles long and spans two counties. We get stuck in our bubbles and forget to explore other angles and ends. As a new year begins, consider stepping out of a routine, working on a New Years resolution, or getting to know the area better by taking on the Trail Trekker Challenge in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.