Outdoor Gallery Exhibit: Margo Burian + Ordinary Magic: Leelanau County artist Margo Burian's collages have been chosen for display in the Glen Arbor Arts Center's 2024-25 Outdoor Gallery exhibition, an annual, invitational exhibit. Burian's collages are rooted in the idea of Ordinary Magic, or delight. They were reproduced on five, 5-foot-square, weather-resistant aluminum panels created by Image 360 of TC. Runs through April 20, 2025. Check web site for hours.
The Friends of Interlochen Public Library World War II Used Book Sale: Runs from Sept. 17 - Oct. 15. This donation-based sale features a large collection of World War II books. Suggested donation of $2 for softcovers, & $3 for hardcovers. All proceeds benefit Interlochen Public Library programs. See web site for hours.
"The Natural World": Featuring the works of photographer Susan Kirt. This exhibit seeks to immerse you in the landscapes & native plants that surround us. Highlighted are the birds, butterflies, bees & mammals that depend on these habitats. Hours are Mon. through Fri., 10am-2pm & during live shows through Oct. 25.
77th Annual Michigan Water Color Society Exhibition: Featuring the 30 works selected for recognition by the juror, Stan Kurth, from 193 submissions by 105 artists. Stan Kurth is an award winning artist & instructor, best known for his intuitive approach to painting.
Artist Katie Lowran: Solo Exhibition “Wild Things": Runs Aug. 30 - Oct. 31. This exhibition celebrates the untamed beauty of the natural world, bringing together a vibrant collection of artworks featuring animals, flowers, & people. An opening reception will be held on Thurs., Sept. 12 from 5:30-7:30pm Meet & mingle with the artist. Music by pianist David Chown.
Creative Kaleidoscope: This annual juried art exhibition opens with a reception on Fri., Sept. 13 from 5-7pm. The show will close with an Artist Talk on Fri., Oct. 18 from 4-6pm. This show will highlight the work of talented regional artists in a range of media. Acceptance in the show is based on the selections of the jurors. This year's jurors are Liz Celeste, curator of Education and ...
Crooked Tree Photographic Society Annual Exhibition: Featuring recent work by members of the Crooked Tree Photographic Society. The photographs included in this show were self-selected by the group through peer review.
Hooked: The Art of Fishing: Aug. 30 - Oct. 4. Original artwork & historical ephemera exploring northern Michigan's deep fishing roots.
Identity Maps: Juried Photography Exhibition: Featuring 48 photo-based works that explore dynamic interplays between identity, community, & place, selected by the juror, Amy Sacka. The 26 artists explored the theme through a variety of approaches, including digital, analog, mixed media, & cyanotype photography.
Unique Art of Antrim County Outdoor Art Exhibit: Featuring 12 local artists’ works on display. After the exhibit the artwork will be auctioned off, & these funds will help fund future public art exhibitions in Downtown Bellaire. Runs June 1 - Oct. 31.
"Farm-To-Wall": Enjoy an array of 2D & 3D works inspired by the rural beauty of our area & the farm-to-table movement. Featuring artwork by nine local & regional artists. An opening reception will be held on Fri., Sept. 13 from 5-7pm. The exhibit runs through Oct. 26. Check web site for hours.
11th Annual Frankfort Beer Week: Sept. 30 - Oct. 5. Celebrate Michigan craft beer & the food scene in Frankfort & neighboring village of Elberta. Enjoy specials & more. See web site for more info.
A Beautiful Mess: Weavers & Knotters of the Vanguard: From micro artworks the size of your hand to mammoth, room-sized installations, the diverse roster of women artists in this exhibit twist, tie & braid tactile, utilitarian materials to push the boundaries of fiber art & elevate the traditional status of weaving, knotting, & macrame. Runs through Jan. 5. Open Tues. through Sun., 11am-4pm. Closed on major holidays.
A Style All Our Own: Canadian Woodland Artists: In the early 1960s, young Indigenous artists from the Great Lakes region created a unique style of painting known as the Woodland School of Art. Early members of this prolific art community included Norval Morrisseau, Carl Ray, Roy Thomas, Sam Ash, Jackson Beardy, and Daphne Odjig. Perhaps the best-known of the group is Norval Morrisseau, who is often referred to as the Father of the Woodland ...
Contemporary Japanese Ceramics from the Horvitz Collection: An array of works by contemporary Japanese ceramic artists, a sampler of the great diversity of styles, forms, glazes, and ages. These artworks are drawn from the curated collection of Carol & Jeffrey Horvitz, some of the leading collectors of Japanese contemporary outside of Japan. Runs Sept. 27, 2024 - Sept. 28, 2025. Open Tues. through Sun., 11am-4pm. Closed on major holidays.
Interlochen Woman’s Club Oct. Meeting: Business meeting: 11am; luncheon: 12:30pm. Please bring beverage & place setting including bowl. Program: 1pm. Chris Bush will update on the Interlochen State Park & the trees in the park. 231-392-3159.
Julie Kradel Solo Exhibit - "Pleasures & Pastimes": Kradel showcases her charming clay, animal sculpture. The show runs daily from Sept. 13 - Oct. 5. An opening reception will be held on Sept. 20 from 5-7pm.
Katrina Bello: Sky Into Stone: This solo exhibition by Katrina Bello featuring charcoal & soft pastel drawings was created around the time of her Tusen Takk residency in 2023. While Bello's work has long incorporated history, Earth sciences, migration, & memories of her native Philippines, the residency at Tusen Takk afforded her space & time to re-examine former assumptions about land, landscape, & belonging. Runs through Jan. 5. Open Tues. through ...
Member Exhibition: Enjoy this exhibition of 2D & 3D artwork in a variety of media. Runs through Oct. 5. An opening reception will be held on Sun., Sept. 8 from 12:30-4:30pm. Check web site for hours.
Michigan: An American Portrait: An art & culture exhibition that looks at the history, people, & natural environment of the state of Michigan. Through original works of art by Michigan artists, relationships between place, identity, & the human experience are explored. An opening reception will be held on Fri., Sept. 13 from 5-7pm. Runs Sept. 13 - Oct. 26.
Recovery Resource Roundtable: Catholic Human Services Peer Recovery Coach Denny Brown is available on the first Weds. of each month at 11am. Drop in for resources, community connections, & coaching. This is available at no-cost to any community member with a substance use disorder, struggling with substance misuse, or with questions/curiosity about either.
Times 2: Featuring artwork created from recycled & upcycled materials. An opening reception will be held on Fri., Sept. 13 from 5-7pm. The exhibit runs through Oct. 26.
the EKPHRASTIC: Poets & writers are encouraged to write poems or verse based on artworks on exhibit at Crooked Tree. Both written works & the inspiring artwork will be displayed & accompanied by readings with the authors. An opening reception will be held on Sept. 13 from 5-7pm. There will also be two readings where authors can share their work aloud: Sept. 21 at 1pm & Oct. 10 ...
Birds Fly In: A Human Refuge: Art, music & poetry by Ellie Harold. Runs through Oct.
Shrines + Altars: Runs Aug. 16 - Oct. 24. This exhibit is an exploration of what we hold sacred: To whom are we building shrines? At what altars are we worshipping? Opens Aug. 16 with a 5-8pm reception. GAAC is open Mon. through Fri., 9am-3pm; Sat. & Sun., noon-4pm.
October Recess: Traverse Ticker's after-work happy hour for adults. Food & beverages provided by Identity Brewing: mini grilled cheese & tomato basil soup shooters, lettuce wraps filled with cherry chicken salad, cheese, guacamole, & hummus dips with veggies & pita chips, full bar & Signature Gilded Bubbly. Prizes include: 2 tickets to Gilded Christmas Gala (Dec. 7 at 6pm); 2 Tier-One tickets to Pirate King's Halloween Costume Ball ...
Close to Home, a Storytelling Fundraiser to Support Housing North: Featuring selected performers telling true, first-person stories that celebrate the many meanings of "home." They include Sam LaSusa, Nancy Baker, Betty Wadland & Kris Rasmsussen. RSVP.
French Language Discussion Group: Practice your French language skills every first Weds. with a casual conversation group. All levels are welcome.
Free Film Screening & Panel Discussion: Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council presents a screening of "The Fish Thief," a documentary that delves into the mystery of vanishing fish populations in the Great Lakes. A panel discussion with experts on sea lamprey & aquatic invasive species will follow.
Joshua Redman Group feat. Gabrielle Cavassa: Joshua Redman is one of the jazz world's most prolific artists. The current Joshua Redman Group is a band featuring vocalist Gabrielle Cavassa on the "Where Are We" tour. Two shows: 7pm & 9pm. The 7pm show is SOLD OUT.
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