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Glen Arbor Arts Center encourages writers to “write a COLOR story”
NewsEkphrasis is the Greek term meaning to write about visual art. Area writers are invited to engage with the Glen Arbor Arts Center’s (GAAC) new exhibition, COLOR, and use the exhibition’s artwork as a source of writing prompts and inspiration. The exhibition features work by 29 visual artists, and runs January 10-March 26.
Crystal Harbor Marina purchase, major housing development sought by On the Narrows owner
NewsThe McCahill family hopes to greatly expand its boating business on the Glen Lakes by acquiring Crystal Harbor Marina. But they face staunch local opposition.
Nonna’s
Restaurant GuidesClassically-inspired contemporary Italian cuisine prepared with the freshest local ingredients by Chef John Piombo. Accompanied by full bar service and boutique wines. Served in a three level, timber-framed structure with natural stone fireplaces, a chef’s table, two intimate dining areas and a warm and welcoming loft. The unique layout of Nonna’s allows it to offer […]
The Homestead Lodging
Lodging GuidesAt The Homestead, you’ll find neighborhoods — lakefront, riverfront, river and lakefront, lake view and forest view — separated by nature. Within those neighborhoods, you’ll find many choices for accommodations, all of which are ranked with quality standards — Grand, Classic or Simple. Privately owned resort condominiums and homes are available at all quality levels; Grand, Classic or Simple. Whatever you choose, you will enjoy complete access to all of the resort’s amenities, restaurants and services.
People of Color in Leelanau
NewsProfile series inspired by the nationwide Black Lives Matter movement. Nicaraguan political prisoners take refuge in Empire, June 15, 2023 Second-generation farmhand delivers grapes, workers, tortillas, August 25, 2022 A passage to India, here in Lake Leelanau, December 16, 2021 Immigrant farmworkers meet the nation’s Commander in Chief, July 15, 2021 Brothers in basketball from […]
Coronavirus Resilience: read our coverage of businesses adapting
NewsWine Tasting Al Fresco in Leelanau, September 3, 2020 New restaurant Farm Club builds reverence for the land, August 31, 2020 Adapting to COVID: Leland’s Bluebird moves outdoors, reclaims parking lot, August 19, 2020 COVID community outreach, teen-style, July 29, 2020 MI Farm Cooperative adapts to CSA shares after pandemic shuts schools, restaurants, July 20, […]
Where water meets shore: read our environmental coverage
NewsKeep it Blue: Glen Lake Association’s boat tours inspire water stewardship, July 2025 Like a pile of dead elephants: On the loss of our great beech trees, May 2025 Centerville Township cedes to EGLE in dispute over using sewage as farm fertilizer, April 2025 Remembering “Water Warrior” Holly Bird, April 2025 Grand Traverse Band, New […]
Read PDFs of our recent editions
NewsRead our most recent editions of the Glen Arbor Sun from 2021 and 2020.
High water, Dollar General top Glen Arbor Sun’s 2019 stories
NewsIt was the year of high water, as Lake Michigan water levels nearly eclipsed their all-time record—just six years after setting their all-time low. That made beach walking difficult; it exacerbated conflicts over beach-walking rights along riparian-owned property; it made the reality of Climate Change even more dire, and it contributed to flooding in Leland’s historic Fishtown.
Ice boating, “the most fun you can have with your clothes on”
NewsThis winter you’ll see ice boats cruising along frozen West Grand Traverse Bay or Lake Leelanau on a clear, windy day. Their sails are propelled by wind like normal boats. But these crafts face no friction from waves or currents. They can move at three or four times the wind speed.