By Hand Project: This project is a consideration of the myriad ways in which the human hand is intrinsic to creative work; & a demonstration of what human hands can make. It runs through May 30 & offers a range of programs that explore this theme through the visual, performing, architectural, & literary arts. On May 4 at 1pm the GAAC will host a panel discussion of generative artificial ...
Friends of the Cadillac Library Used Book Sale:
Garden Work Bee: Welcoming volunteers for the spring garden clean-up.
Medalie Park Arbor Day Planting Work Bee: Join District staff in the planting of native trees & shrubs. Wet-tolerant species will be hand-planted in lowland areas along the shores of Boardman Lake to help improve stormwater uptake, water quality, & wildlife habitat. Please bring sturdy footwear, work gloves, & a planting shovel, if you have one. Registration required.
"Bloom" Art Exhibit: An exhibit of spring & summer gardens, orchards & area farmsteads. The paintings are by local oil painter Wendy McWhorter. Opening reception on Fri., April 26 from 5-7pm. Meet the artist. A portion of the sales benefit The Botanic Garden.
10th Annual Glen Lake Restaurant Week: April 26 - May 4. Participating restaurants & tasting rooms will roll out prix-fixe menus designed to showcase the finest flavors Glen Lake has to offer. Featuring an array of dining options to choose from, including exclusive breakfast & lunch specials.
Boyne City Arbor Day Celebration & Annual Tree Giveaway: Celebrating 20 years. There will be a tree planting event, Master Gardener & environmental organizations on site, & more.
Earth Week Tree Planting: Help the LC & CRA plant trees. No experience required, & tools will be provided.
Emerging Artists 2024: A Collection of NCMC Student Works: Work in glass, metals, ceramics, painting, drawing, photography, illustration, video, & more will be on display. This exhibition is organized by NCMC faculty. Hours are Tues. - Sat., 10am-5pm.
More to Explore: Planting Seeds: Experience dirt & digging while planting some seeds you can take home in a pot & watch grow.
Oliver Art Center Regional Student Art Exhibition: Runs April 12 - May 10. More than 350 artworks in all media from area elementary, middle, & high schools will be on display. The artwork will be juried by artist Nik Burkhart. Certificates of Excellence & awards, including scholarships to the University of Olivet, will be presented during the Opening Reception on Fri., April 12 from 5-7pm. Oliver Art Center is open Tuesday - Saturday ...
Spring Art Show: Featuring work by artists Logan Hudson, Mike Novak, Steve Cattin, & Molly Thompson. Visit the art in the Mathia Grand Entrance Lobby & the Towsley Lobby on the 2nd floor. Runs through April 26. It can be seen Mon. through Fri. from 10am-2pm & also before public performances.
Youth Art Show, Petoskey (Date Change): Original works of art by young artists in grades K-12. An opening reception will be held on Tues., March 19 from 5:30-7pm. Exhibit runs through May 3. Open Tues. through Sat., 10am-5pm.
AGRICULTURA - TC: An open call juried exhibit with agriculture-inspired artwork by 40 artists. Runs April 26 - May 25. Join the artists in celebration at the opening reception on Fri., April 26 from 5-7pm.
Barbara Reich Exhibit: An exhibit of original pastel paintings runs through May 27.
Bugs & Blooms - Lauren Everett Finn and Michelle Tock York: Featuring the work of two local artists: Lauren Everett Finn - paint & clay; & found object sculptures of Michelle Tock York. The opening reception will be held on April 5 from 6-8pm. The show runs from April 5-May 3.
Michigan Water Color Society Signature Exhibition: Runs April 19 - May 18, with an opening reception on Fri., April 19 from 5-7pm. This Signature Exhibition will spotlight 40 watercolor artists from all regions of Michigan, including 19 Great Lakes Fellows & 21 Signature status members of the Michigan Water Color Society. Gallery hours are Mon. through Fri., 11am-4pm; & Sat., 11am-3pm.
Trading Places: An exchange of artwork between Adrian Center for the Arts (ACA) Members & Crooked Tree Arts Center Guild Members. This will be an exhibit of ACA artwork only. Runs April 19 - May 25. An opening reception will be held on Fri., April 26 from 5-7pm. Gallery hours are Tues. through Fri., 11am-5pm, & Sat., 10am-4pm.
Traverse Area Camera Club 2023: Award Winners - TC: The Traverse Area Camera Club is a group of beginner to professional-level photographers who all have the same love of cameras & photography. Each year, group members critique & select top examples of photography in different skill categories. Runs April 26 - May 25.
The Russian Swamp Family: The Petoskey Siebert Family, 1882-1925: Student researchers have been working with Sociology & Anthropology Faculty, Kerry Finlayson to investigate the history of the Siebert family, who previously owned 120 acres of what is now the NCMC Natural Area. Learn about how these researchers became interested in this work, their approach to discovery, & what they've learned about the Siebert family. Please register.
"United By Verse": Writers & visual artists inspire each other. This exhibit unites these collaborations. Featuring 35 pieces by 28 artists who have merged these two art forms. Opening Reception is Sun., March 24 from 12:30-4:30pm. Exhibit runs through May 4. Gallery hours are Friday through Monday from 12:30-4:30pm.
Storytime Adventures: Featuring "I Stink!" by Kate & Jim McMullan.
Lululemon Loves Back: Free candlelit restorative yoga class for all educators. A four-class series presented by Lululemon to honor medical providers, educators, first responders & military. All materials will be provided, including a yoga mat & props.
"Botanic": This exhibition takes a collective look at our intimate relationship to the plant kingdom. Driven by our community of collaborators & artists, this 'living' exhibition will grow with additional artwork, installations, plants & observations added until the exhibition closes on May 5. It opens on March 8 from 5-9pm. Dress up in your favorite botanical wear, bring a plant to share at the plant swap (inside the ...
"Souper" Fridays: Homemade soups, breads, salads & dessert with a side dish of local history. Suggested free will donation - minimum $10.
Jazz Appreciation Month: New Music for Jazz Orchestra: With special guest Rodney Whitaker. Hear the jazz hits of tomorrow as Interlochen Arts Academy’s Jazz Orchestra performs a program of new music under the leadership of acclaimed trombonist Chris Glassman.
Mashup Queer Cabaret: Join Mashup Rock & Roll Musical for their Queer Cabaret Birthday Blowout. It's an evening of live performance, games, & general weirdness to benefit their nonprofit fundraising efforts. Plus get a sneak peek at their upcoming full shows. VIP seats are $50 & include drinks & snacks. GA: $20. Doors open at 6:45pm.
Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical: Presented by Leland Public School & The Verdier Circle of Friends. The story of an extraordinary girl who dares to take a stand & change her own destiny.
"The Moth": SOLD OUT: True stories told live & without notes. "The Moth" celebrates the ability of true, personal storytelling to illuminate both the diversity & commonality of human experience.
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