Antique apples program at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
It is apple season and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore will be hosting an Antique-Apple Program on Saturday, Oct. 8, from noon to 4 p.m.
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Glen Lake Garden Club celebrates 40 years
Members of the Glen Lake Garden Club took advantage of a recent sunny day to re-decorate the flower barrels in Glen Arbor for the fall. The all-volunteer organization has served the area with conservation and community beautification projects for 40 years. From left: Chris Nettleton, Glen Arbor beautification committee co-chair Maureen Doran, Lorainne Kuk, Nancy Batterson, and Sharon Oriel. Not pictured: garden club president Linda Young.
Blitz the Bear: Finding species at Sleeping Bear Dunes
How many different kinds of plants, animals, and other organisms live at Sleeping Bear Dunes? To help answer that question, nearly 250 scientists, naturalists, students, and other nature lovers joined forces Sept. 16-17 for the Blitz the Bear bioblitz.
After School Art classes start at GAAA
From staff reports Children will have fun exploring a variety of art materials and enjoy the camaraderie of other young creators. Experienced instructors will help children tap into their creative abilities. A 4-week session costs $50.00. Snack and art supplies are included. Tuesdays: Grades: 4-6 from 4 -5:15 pm Instructor: Margaret Weeks Wednesdays: Grades: 1-3 […]
Empire Museum celebrates Heritage Day, Oct. 8
From staff reports This year will feature a presentation by Elizabeth Mitchell, soprano and Ted Badgerow, tenor. Called the Dodworth Duo, they will bring songs to life with vocals and instruments from the 1835-1895 era. They will be strolling the grounds entertaining from 1-4 p.m. all Heritage Day afternoon. There will be demonstrations in the […]
Children’s stories at library
The Glen Lake Library in Empire has kicked off another year of Stories & More, weekly storyhours for preschool children and their caregivers, taking place every Thursday morning at 11:00 am from September through May. With Joanne “Yogi” Beare leading the way, children enjoy a full hour of stories, music, and hands-on learning activities, helping to develop critical early literacy skills, and discovering all the library has to offer. There is no charge for these programs, thanks to sponsorship from the Friends of the Glen Lake Library. For more information, contact the library at 326-5361, or see their website: Glenlakelibrary.net.
National Park Service seeks proposals for historic Sleeping Bear Inn
A Request for Proposals (RFP) is currently being issued by the National Park Service (NPS) for the Sleeping Bear Inn and Garage in Glen Haven. The RFP provides an opportunity for any interested individual or organization to submit proposals to the NPS to lease the property.
Groundwork honors Chip Hoagland with Milliken Leadership Award
Big Glen Lake resident Chip Hoagland — dubbed the “Warren Buffet of food” in a recent Traverse Magazine feature story — will be honored with the Milliken Leadership Award by the Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities on Saturday, Oct. 8 at the nonprofit’s annual Harvest at the Commons celebration. Tickets to the event, including dinner and entertainment, cost $45 and are available at MyNorthTickets.com.
Leelanau Peninsula Economic Foundation studies local Internet access
High-speed Internet and broadband capabilities can no longer be considered a “luxury.” Indeed, Internet is considered a utility and a critical necessity for schools, families, libraries, business owners, and emergency services personnel.
League of Women Voters holds Leelanau Board of Commissioners candidate forum
The League of Women Voters Leelanau County (LWVLC) and the Leelanau Peninsula Chamber of Commerce will host a candidate forum for the Board of Commissioner race in Districts 1, 6 and 7 on Thursday, September 29 at 7 p.m. at the Elmwood Township Firehall at 210080 E. Lincoln Rd. 86th District Court Judge Thomas Phillips will moderate the forum. Candidates Anthony Ansorge, Melinda Lautner, John O’Neill and Carolyn Rentenbach have confirmed their attendance. A meet and greet with the candidates will begin at 6:15 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. The event is open to the public.