"Reflections in Water": A small exhibit of colored pencil drawings depicting a vital life force by Judith Shepelak. Runs Jan. 6 - April 24. Shepelak captures the dynamic, changing, & diverse faces of water as she has encountered it during travels locally & throughout the United States & Canada. The GAAC is open Mon. through Fri., 9am-3pm, & noon-4pm on Sat.

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.

"Brightly Colored, Tightly Wound": This exhibition explores how traditional crafting techniques are being reimagined to push the boundaries of art & design through bold textures, vibrant colors, & unexpected materials. Featuring: Stacey Campbell, Heather Mecali, Victoria Marcetti, Jasmine Petrie, & Kayla Powers.  

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.

Story Stew: Stories, songs & coordinating craft kits for all ages through preschool. 231-223-7700.

Meet the Makerspace: Curious about the library's Makerspace? Join Nikki for an open-house style tour of the maker/craft studio & get your questions answered.

Gaylord Business After Hours: Enjoy an evening of networking, food, & specialty drink samples, including spiked hot chocolate & s'more bars. Wear a flannel for a chance to win a prize.

Winter Getaway Recess: Traverse Ticker's after-work happy hour for adults. Enjoy networking, assorted local beverages, & chili bar presented by Cherry Country Cafe. You'll have a chance to win a $500 American Airlines voucher. Parking validation in the gift store.

Author Event: A.D. Rhine: "Daughters of Bronze": Join as A.D. Rhine (pseudonym for authors Ashlee Cowles & Danielle Stinson) follow up their mythological retelling of the battle of Troy (Horses of Fire) with the sequel "Daughters of Bronze."

French Language Discussion Group: Looking to practice your French language skills, but don't have anyone to talk to? Join every first Weds. for a casual conversation group. All levels are welcome.

Steppin' In It - Night One: Formed out of love for traditional American folk & blues music, Steppin' In It has been playing shows & packing dance floors for over 20 years. Enjoy an updated form of old-time string music.