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Recognizing National Historic Preservation Month in Leelanau
Historical FeatureMay is National Historic Preservation Month, a time set aside to highlight the important work of organizations working to preserve historic places like Port Oneida. Locally, in Leelanau County, there are 25 nationally recognized historic places and 18 additional state recognized historic sites, with several organizations which operate to support their preservation. Mae Stier writes that she and her husband Tim Egeler—a descendent of the Egelers and Kelderhouses, who were early settlers to Leelanau—spent the summer leading up to their wedding learning the names of family members. “When we committed to creating our future together, we did so by standing under a giant old oak tree that looked out at the Manitou Islands, on a farmstead that members of his family had once cared for.”
Suttons Bay Theatre shows Made in Michigan films
Upcoming EventThe Bay Community Theatre in Suttons Bay resumes its Made-In-Michigan film series on Sunday, May 19, at 4 pm with “The DJ on Wallaker Hill.” The movie, written and directed by Rich Brauer, is a suspense thriller and homage to Alfred Hitchcock. The film’s story demonstrates how the events that took place at a small wilderness radio station in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula on Christmas Eve 1963, make it difficult to distinguish between a law-abiding citizen and a criminal.
Anderson’s Market celebrates 30 years in Glen Arbor
Business Feature, Upcoming EventAnderson’s Market celebrates its 30th anniversary since Brad Anderson acquired “Steffen’s IGA” from Bill and Jen Heston in 1994. The grocery store will host a party in the parking lot on Sunday, May 19, from 2-5 pm and provide local beer from Short’s, homemade pulled pork sandwiches and bratwursts, Moomer’s Ice Cream, and live music, while supplies last. Brad Anderson reflected on 30 years of serving Glen Arbor, including challenges such as re-opening during the August 2015 megastorm, being an essential business during the COVID-19 lockdown, and the struggle to find workers.
Libraries host Leelanau Reads with William Kent Krueger
Upcoming EventThe four public libraries of Leelanau County are pleased to host William Kent Krueger on Saturday, May 18, at 7 pm at the Northport Performing Arts Center. Krueger is the author of more than 20 books, including the popular Cork O’Connor mystery series. He will discuss his latest book, The River We Remember. He will be interviewed by local writer Aaron Stander, author of the Ray Elkins mystery series. Copies of The River We Remember will be available for purchase at the event thanks to Dog Ears Books. Registration is required for this free author event.
Glen Arbor Arts Center hosts Coffee with the Authors
Upcoming EventCoffee With The Authors is a live, conversational interview with local and regional authors about the craft and process of writing at the Glen Arbor Arts Center. On May 18 Brittany Cavallaro, the author of seven Young Adult [YA] novels, explains this stand-alone genre, and how she approaches it. Sarah Bearup-Neal, GAAC gallery manager, leads the conversation, which begins at 11 am. Cavallaro is a creative writing instructor at the Interlochen Arts Academy, her alma mater [her New York Times bestselling Charlotte Holmes series is set in a boarding school]. YA fiction is geared to readers ages 12 to 18 years, but it tackles mature themes and subjects the sets it apart from traditional middle school literature. Cavallaro is also the author of three volumes of poetry, and frequently collaborates with other writers.
Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes hold annual spring safety training
Upcoming EventJoin Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes for their annual spring safety training on Saturday, May 18, from 1-3 pm at the Empire Town Hall. Those unable to attend in person can find a link here to join online. This event is a chance for volunteers to hear the latest park news and safety information from park staff.
River Club Glen Arbor targets June opening, seeks workers
Business Feature, Upcoming EventRiver Club Glen Arbor, located where the Crystal River turns and heads northeast toward The Homestead and Sleeping Bear Bay, has announced its grand opening in mid-June. The project of former advertising executive and current Lake Leelanau resident Mike Sheldon, the River Club will offer Mexican-inspired foods, signature drinks from the Caddy Shack bar, riverfront and sky deck seating, a concert stage, a landscaped 18-hole mini-golf course and a gift shop. The destination will bring even more action to the east side of Glen Arbor, where Crystal River Outfitters, the Cyclery, the M22 Store and Coastal already draw crowds. River Club will throw a Job Fair/Party in the Park on Saturday, May 18, from 11 am – 3 pm. The event will provide an opportunity to meet the team and get an exclusive firsthand tour of the park.
Glen Arbor Wines hosts Mother’s Day art show, cheese demo, live music
Business Feature, Upcoming EventCelebrate Mother’s Day weekend on Saturday, May 11, at Glen Arbor Wines from 4-7 p.m. The business on Lake Street, just north of M-22, will feature a mini-art show, “Reflections of Sleeping Bear,” where guests can meet the talented exhibitors: artists Linda Alice Dewey, Morgan Fisher, Maryann Barnes and photographer Eric Raymond. Local photographer Gracie Dickinson will also show her vintage maps and photos of Leelanau County. In addition, Leelanau Cheese will demonstrate the delicious art of melting locally made raclette from 4-6 p.m., and musician John Piatek performs from 5-7 p.m.
Glen Arbor Arts Center hosts Falconberry’s “Native Plants” canvases
Upcoming EventLeelanau County artist Dana Falconberry is exhibiting “Native Plants,” a group of painted and stitched canvases, in the Glen Arbor Arts Center (GAAC) lobby gallery this summer. This small show runs until August 29. Falconberry, a musician, printmaker and painter, has been, in the last few years, creating textile works that combine hand-painted imagery with machine chain stitch embroidery. “Native Plants,” and a recorded interview with Falconberry, may also be viewed online.
Glen Arbor Arts Center hosts Pete Farmer of Farmer Foot Drums
Upcoming EventPete Farmer, founder and owner of Farmer Foot Drums, brings his menagerie of hand- and foot-operated percussion instruments and music to the Glen Arbor Arts Center on Saturday, May 11, for a family-friendly program. This concert of interactive songs begins at 11 am. A Leelanau County resident, Farmer performs at the GAAC as part of “By Hand,” a project exploring the creativity of human hand work in a techno-centric age.