Friday, September 25 from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm

The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park

Join Life and Whim and The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park for a Fun Fairy House Competition to celebrate the launch of the beautiful new Fairy Trails! Bring the magic back to the Fairy Trails and spread joy for kids in the community! As described below, we are having a fun, no-pressure competition to encourage fairy-house building, but if you’d prefer not to be in the competition we would still love for you to build a house for the trails. (Note this is not an in-person event - all houses will be made by the makers at their homes and placed on the fairy trails over the weekend of September 25-27th. We hope to do our Fairy Fest event next year!) DATE Please place your fairy house on the new trail by the weekend of September 25-27th. Houses will be judged by Life and Whim and The Botanic Garden the week of September 28th and results announced via the event page on Saturday, October 3rd. THEME The theme for the competition is “A Community in Bloom.” Show your passion for northern Michigan by showcasing an aspect of the area you love in your fairy house. Let’s build a magical community for the fairies! Some fairy house ideas are: a garden, the library, a barn/farm, an ice cream shop, sailboat/marina, pizza parlor, cottage, treehouse, music house, school house, art studio, biking club… your fairy house can be literal (i.e., closely modeled after a recognizable structure or landmark) or creatively inspired by something you love about our area. LOCATION The new Fairy Trails is located at The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park to the right of the Butterfly Garden and across from the Pavilion (you’ll see a sign indicating the trail). The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park 1490 Red Drive, Traverse City, MI REGISTER To see the fairy house building guidelines and to register for the event please click the link below and sign-up at the form at the bottom of the page and I've also listed the direct registration link as well. www.lifeandwhim.com/fairy-house-competiton www.lifeandwhim.com/register-fairy-house-competition

Sunday, September 27 All Day

Tart Trails

Walk & Roll Grand Traverse is a 4-week free community-wide wellness challenge that runs September 1 through September 27 2020. The challenge aims to increase physical activity by challenging participants to walk run bike skate or roll to boost physical and mental health while highlighting some of the beautiful parks and trails in Grand Traverse County! https://www.facebook.com/events/3452320378140738/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A51%2C%22source%22%3A5%2C%22action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22main_list%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22%5C%22[]%5C%22%22%7D]%2C%22has_source%22%3Atrue%7D

Sunday, September 27 All Day

Coleman Area Library

The Library is closed on Sundays and Mondays. Library Hours: Sunday - closed, Monday - closed, Tuesday - 9am to 5pm, Wednesday - 9am to 5pm, Thursday - 12:30pm to 8:30pm, Friday - 9am to 5pm, Saturday - 8am to noon **Don't forget, even though the library is closed, our "Virtual Library" is always open! Download eBooks and eAudiobooks with your Coleman Area library card. Click the eBooks graphic on the home page to get started.

Sunday, September 27 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Gaylord

It's time again for the Fleming Farms' annual pumpkin harvest! Many of you have been attending our harvest over the past decade and yu are again invited to join us - this year with some COVID precautions.  Although all activities are outdoors or within the barn we ask that participants wear a mask for the protection of our guests and family.Begins Sept. 26th through Oct. 31st.Hours:   Friday: 3 pm - 6 pm   ~  Sat & Sun:  10 am - 5 pm.Time: The harvest takes around 20 minutes. You are welcome to bring food and use our picnic tables.FACEBOOK

Sunday, September 27 from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Beginning September 1st, 2020 the library will be open on Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

Sunday, September 27 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Temporary Pandemic Code of Conduct Policy for YouthChildren 12 and under are NOT permitted to be in the library building WITHOUT a supervising ADULT.Teens 13 and up ARE permitted to be in the building without an adult for an amount of time appropriate to their age and maturity.Parents or guardians are responsible for making arrangements for their children to be picked up before the library closes.Face coverings or masks are required indoors at all times for all patrons over the age of 5 years, unless they are medically intolerable. Social distancing must be maintained.

Sunday, September 27 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

The library is here for you and we need your input. Paper copies of the survey are also available at the Circulation Desk.Survey Link:https://forms.gle/QxH8sYV59gHm9ePFA

Sunday, September 27 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Check out a new themed book bundle today with topics ranging from dinosaurs frogs giants fairies to princesses castles trucks trains and more! Bundle's come with 2-4 books ranging from preschool-upper elementary level reading and 1-2 media materials (DVD or music). You can checkout some or all of the items in the bundle. Bundles have been gathered based on topic for a quick pick of family fun. Come into the library to see what we have we can put a custom one together for you or you can get it for contactless pick-up in our corridor.

Sunday, September 27 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Censorship keeps information from readers. Read a Banned Book today!https://bannedbooksweek.org/

Sunday, September 27 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Arts Council for San Bernardino County

- All Programs Are FREE - Register on Zoom The Joshua Tree Retreat Center will host a talk with Tanesha Atwell, MScN, a Nutritionist and Exercise Specialist whose research and work are focused on environmental sustainability, therapeutic behavioral transformation, as well as alternative and wholistic health services. Tanesha will provide insight on the intersection between the mind, body, and spirit, in relation to the benefits of gardening and harvesting. She will also share specific examples of the link between cultivation and the ever-changing climate in the Morongo Basin and beyond. *** A program of the NEA Big Read Morongo Basin presented by Arts Connection in partnership with the Joshua Tree Retreat Center and Luhv Life Wellness. The NEA Big Read aims to build community and inspire conversation through the joy of sharing a good book. To learn more about the Big Read visit: www.BigReadMorongoBasin.com The NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.

Sunday, September 27 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Gaylord

Socially Distanced - Do Not Leave Your Car!  Luminaria Drive through display and cancer Survivor Recognition!  Sunday, Sept. 27th, from 5 pm to 7 pm.  Virtual Ceremony on FB Live at 6 pmLuminarias available during regular business hours at Gaylord Eye Care Center for $ 10 or online at www.relayforlife.org/otsmontmi   Survivors please register online at Relay for Life   For more information contact Kami at Gaylord Eye Care Center or Tina at relayforlifeomc@gmail.com 

Monday, September 28 All Day

Coleman Area Library

The Library is closed on Sundays and Mondays. Library Hours: Sunday - closed, Monday - closed, Tuesday - 9am to 5pm, Wednesday - 9am to 5pm, Thursday - 12:30pm to 8:30pm, Friday - 9am to 5pm, Saturday - 8am to noon **Don't forget, even though the library is closed, our "Virtual Library" is always open! Download eBooks and eAudiobooks with your Coleman Area library card. Click the eBooks graphic on the home page to get started.

Monday, September 28 from 8:30 am to 9:30 am

City of Mt Pleasant

Click here for more information.

Monday, September 28 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Check out the youth staff’s fun videos of songs, rhymes, puppet skits, jokes, or silly things every week on Monday's and don’t forget to call the story phone to hear the youth staff read a story at 231-237-7323.Click here to visit the youth page or here to view on YouTube.

Monday, September 28 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Meeting

Monday, September 28 from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Meeting

Monday, September 28 from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Meeting

Monday, September 28 from 1:30 pm to 2:15 pm

Parkland Community Library

Manga and Anime lovers, draw with world-famous Misako Rocks! in a virtual manga drawing session! Misako is a Japanese Manga Artist who’s published several manga books all over the world! Her latest book is "Bounce Back". Her love for comics and manga set her on a path to draw her own at age 13. She has accomplished her dream to move to New York in 2001. Her first gig came creating illustrations for the weekly run "Savage Love" column of the Onion. A short time later, Misako scored a two-book deal with Hyperion, a three-book deal with Henry Holt, writing for Archie comics, and broke into the international scene with deals for Japanese publishers Meijishoin and Discover21. Misako has been featured in top magazines, and newspapers including the New York Times. She is proud to say she has also broken into TV with a documentary about her comic book life. For teens and tweens grades 5-10. RSVP for your zoom link and your manga printable. RSVP online through google form or by emailing teens@parklandlibrary.org

Monday, September 28 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

This group of Mac computer users gathers weekly for tips, problem solving, and special topics.

Monday, September 28 from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

This group of Mac computer users gathers weekly for tips, problem solving, and special topics.

Monday, September 28 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Senior Advocacy Networking Group

Join us each month at Missaukee County Library to learn how dementia affects your, your family, your businesses and community. Together we can make a change toward accepting, understanding, education and helping those affected by this disease. Call 231-876-0611 for more information. Meets monthly on the 4th Monday of each month, 6 pm - 7 pm

Monday, September 28 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Concert from 6:30 - 7:30pm followed by an Open Mic. Join us!

Monday, September 28 from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

City of Mt Pleasant

Notice of Electronically Conducted Regular Meeting of the City Commission Click here for more information!

Monday, September 28 from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

City of Mt Pleasant

Notice is hereby given that the Mt. Pleasant City Commission will conduct a public hearing on the proposed Ordinance to amend Title VII: TRAFFIC CODE, Chapter 71: PARKING REGULATION, Sections 71.27 and 71.45 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Mt. Pleasant regarding parking and snow emergencies. Click here for more information!

Monday, September 28 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Three Rivers Public Library District

The 50s come alive in this cabaret highlighting the musical styles of the era! Rock out with the hits of Elvis, Bill Haley and the Comets, Chuck Berry and Jerry Lee Lewis with Hound Dog, Rock Around the Clock, Johnny B. Goode, and Great Balls of Fire! ‘Croon’ the soaring songs of Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole and Doris Day in That’s Amore, All the Way, Unforgettable and Que Sera, Sera. Bop along to Rockin' Robin, Sh-Boom, Wake Up Little Susie, and Yakety-Yak. Hear the fascinating stories behind the music and artists while swaying to the hits! This live stream presentation premiers Monday, September 28 at 6pm, and can be viewed any time through October 12. Registration is not required, but is requested. If you would like to be emailed the video link, please register with a valid email. http://trpld.org/event/4237483

Tuesday, September 29 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Indian River Area Library

The Friends of the Indian River Area Library invites you to shop at their book sales every Tuesday from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm and every Friday from 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm. If you stop in and no one is meeting in the Carlton Conference Room feel free to shop as well. All items are sold on a donation basis. Please give whatever you feel appropriate. All money raised goes to support the library.  To reserve the Carlton Conference Room click here. To learn more about the Friends of the Library click here.

Tuesday, September 29 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Harbor Springs Library

Each Tuesday at 2pm Amelie will be available at the library to help any patrons learn how to download ebooks and audiobooks for free from the Libby app. There is no need to set up an appointment just drop in between 2 and 3 to receive training.  Libby by OverDrive is a free library resource offering over 25 000 ebooks and audiobooks for library patrons to "borrow" on their reading devices (Kindle iPad or tablet or smart phone) for free for two weeks. You will need to download the free app and have an active library card at the Harbor Springs Library in order to use the app.

Tuesday, September 29 from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Planning meeting

Tuesday, September 29 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Gaylord

Tuesday - Sept 29th:  6 pm to 9 pm    Singer, songwriter, Nelson Olstrom was born and raised in Northern Michigan.  Although he spent his formative years “up north”, he spent many years performing from the Midwest to Florida, Switzerland, Finland and Sweden, before returning home to Northern Michigan.  Nelson can be found playing acoustic or electric guitar, along with vocals and harmonica, creating a sound that fuels a long and eclectic list of original and cover songs.   Join us Tuesday, September 29th from 6 PM-9 PM to catch Nelson Olstrom LIVE at BNI!Facebook

Tuesday, September 29 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Duerr Award (tentative)

Tuesday, September 29 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Based on ?Walking with Mom? the inspirational account of a mother/daughter team who built and used a customized life plan, join us for an insider perspective on how to do it well. Author Jan Grupp offers proven step-by-step action plans for seniors who want to optimize and flourish in their later years, and guided strategies for families and caregivers who will help them down the path.

Tuesday, September 29 from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Palos Heights Public Library

Author Cyndee Schaffer will talk about the women, including her mother, who served in the Women's Army Corps (WAC) in WWII in her book "Mollie's War".The event will be co-produced by the Illinois Humanities Road Scholars Speakers Bureau, which invites Illinois=0D=0Aauthors, artists and educators to share their expertise and enthusiasm with people throughout the state, enabling=0D=0Alocal nonprofit organizations to present free-admission cultural programs to their communities. =0D=0AIllinois Humanities is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) and the=0D=0AIllinois General Assembly [through the Illinois Arts Council Agency], as well as by contributions from=0D=0Aindividuals, foundations and corporations.=0D=0AAny views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed by speakers, program participants, or=0D=0Aaudiences do not necessarily reflect those of the NEH, Illinois Humanities, our partnering=0D=0Aorganizations, or our funders. https://il.evanced.info/palosheights/lib/eventsignup.asp?ID=13107

Tuesday, September 29 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Idaho Botanical Garden

Tuesday, September 29, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Members: $5 • Non-members: $15 Registrants will receive a Zoom link So you've installed in pollinator plants, and you (or your client's) landscape is full of flowers. Great job! But did you know that overwintering habitat is critical to their survival? Many landscapers and backyard gardeners know to "feed the bees", but if these critters don't have a protected home our flowering plants won't do them much good. IBG's Assistant Horticulture Director, Sierra Laverty will teach you how to selectively maintain aesthetic landscapes while keeping habitat in place for beneficial insects. Sign Up Here https://47709.blackbaudhosting.com/47709/CE-Online---Protecting-Pollinators

Wednesday, September 30 from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm

Petoskey

The Boyne City Farmers Market will take place each Wednesday and Saturday from 8 a.m. – noon. We are providing some easy-to-follow shopping instructions. We ask that you help us by shopping responsibly and cooperating with the guidelines that are in place. Here's how:Wear your maskStay by your vehicle if lines are longOne shopper per familyFind your vendorMake your selectionHead home and enjoy!We do ask that if you are able to please place orders with our vendors ahead of time. Many of our vendors will be happy to assist you with this and will make your pick-up that much easier. This will help with congestion on market day. Programming is postponed until further notice. We look forward to a safe market experience for everyone! 

Wednesday, September 30 from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm

Gaylord

Farm fresh produce, eggs and meat, honey, maple syrup, flowers, plants, crafts, fiber arts, baked goods and more in a fun, friendly environment.

Wednesday, September 30 from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm

Rahway Branch YMCA

The Gateway Family YMCA and Shaping Eastern Union County will join local groups across the country to celebrate the 19th Annual National Women’s Health & Fitness Day on September 30th 2020. As a virtual host site, The Gateway Family YMCA will provide complimentary guest access to YMCA Virtual Group Exercise and Chronic Disease Programs, with additional information and resources available throughout the event. For more information or to register, visit www.tgfymca.org/events.

Wednesday, September 30 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Petoskey

The Farmers Market starts on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend and will run on Wednesdays and Saturdays through Labor Day weekend and then go to Saturdays only through mid-October. Hours are 9:00 to 1:00.Follow the Harbor Springs Farmers Market on Facebook for seasonal updates and information on protocol due to COVID-19. 

Wednesday, September 30 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Anyone interested in knitting, please feel free to join the Knitting Group which meets weekly in the Trustees Conference Room at the library. All ideas and skill levels welcome!

Wednesday, September 30 from 1:00 pm to 2:45 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Lifelong Learning

Wednesday, September 30 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Mason County District Library

The Ludington Area Center for the Arts has been selected as a viewing site for MANHATTAN SHORT 2020. The 23rd Annual Short Film Festival, a worldwide event taking place across six continents between Sept. 24-Oct. 31. The festival's nine films screen simultaneously across the world during a one-month period, with the Best Film and Best Actor determined by ballots cast by the audience in each participating venue. Screenings of the MANHATTAN SHORT at LACA will be limited to 10 people per showing, tickets are $10 each and must be purchased in advance at https://ludingtonartscenter.square.site/manhattan-short-film-festival or by calling 231-845-2787. Screenings will take place: Thursday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6 at 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8 at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14 at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16 at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22 at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25 at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30 at 1 p.m. The MANHATTAN SHORT films include: Safe Space (Australia), The Stick (Finland), Exam (Iran), Hey, Gray (Russia), White Eye (Israel), Sticker (North Macedonia), Two Little Boys (USA), Maestro (France) The Present (Palenstine). This year's films use drama, comedy and animation to address an astonishing number of themes, ranging from identity to parenthood to the seemingly universal frustration caused by the Department of Motor Vehicles no matter the country. The directorial voices are both male and female from countries large and small, often inspired by personal and sometimes harrowing experience. This year's Final Nine screening also is a rare instance when gripping dramas from Iran, Israel, and the State of Palestine are featured in the same program. View the festivals trailer at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcXHJqnFJrQ

Wednesday, September 30 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Lifelong Learning: Great Decisions

Wednesday, September 30 from 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm

LaGrange Public Library

Calling all mechanics! Let's meet on Zoom to build race cars out of buttons and clothespins, then challenge each other to see how far and how fast our designs can go. Pick up materials at the library up to one week in advance, then join us virtually for this month's STEAM challenge! This  program is open to kids in grades K-6.This is a virtual event. This is a virtual program. A  Zoom link and password will be sent approximately one hour before the program begins. https://lagrangelibrary.evanced.info/signup/eventdetails?eventid=5175&lib=0

Wednesday, September 30 from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Teach self defense

Wednesday, September 30 from 5:30 pm to 6:15 pm

Otsego Public Library

Join us for our "BYOB" Book Club on September 30th at 5:30pm. There is no required reading for this month's book club. Bring a book you have been reading or one of your all-time favorites so we can chat about all things bookish! We will also have a chance to chat about upcoming releases and trending titles. Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87982437750?pwd=OW9lR2hlWE1OWTVLVHlOckd QWlQyQT09 Meeting ID: 879 8243 7750 Passcode: 043852

Thursday, October 1 All Day

Tart Trails

Join us for the Twelfth Annual Traverse City Zombie 5K Run The Social Distancing Addition Oct 1st-Oct 31 2020 Due to the Corona virus pandemic the Zombie Run is going VIRTUAL this year. Remember when all we worried about were zombies! How it works During the month of October run or walk a 5K anywhere and at anytime. (Preferably in costume but not required) Run your course or ours You can run or walk the official Zombie Run course or you can run any 5K rout you like. If you do run the official course stop at Right Brain Brewery and take a selfie to share with us. What A zombie themed virtual 5K (3.1 mi) run/walk. (course) Where Pretty much anywhere. You can run our traditional race rout or choose your own 5K route. When Anytime between October 1st through October 31st Who benefits All proceeds from this event will go to TART Trails. What's the cost? Adult 18 and up $25 Student 17 and under $20 What you get All registered participants will receive a ZR gaiter and a commemorative 2020 race bib. Gaiters and race bibs will be available for pick up at Right Brain Brewery during the month of October Will there be awards or prizes? Of course we’re giving out awards for best costumes it’s the Zombie Run right! To be eligible you must take a picture or video with your race bib on and send it to us. Prizes will be awarded for the best adult male and female and best child male and female. Although we won’t be giving out race medals this year please feel free to use your favorite running app and share your running time with us. (Photos must be sent to us for judging and will be shared on social media.) For more information go to our website http://www.tczombierun.com

Thursday, October 1 from 7:30 am to 2:00 pm

City of Mt Pleasant

Click here for more information!

Thursday, October 1 from 10:30 am to 11:00 am

Charlevoix Public Library

Gather in the garden at a distance to hear stories, dance to songs, learn fingerplays and play musical garden instruments. Dress for the Fall weather, we will be outside! In the event of inclement weather, cancellation notice will be posted to our website.

Thursday, October 1 from 10:30 am to 11:30 am

White Cloud Community Library

Ages 0-5, Older siblings welcome!Stories to be announced.

Thursday, October 1 from 10:30 am to 11:00 am

Harbor Springs Library

The Harbor Springs Library hosts a toddler storytime with Miss Linda every Thursday morning at 10:30am for children 3 and under.    Early childhood storytimes are a great way to introduce preliteracy and a love of reading. We sometimes sing songs or nursery rhymes along with reading short stories. Typically toddler storytime lasts 20-30 minutes. While we certainly don't expect toddlers to sit still with their hands in their laps and listen this is a great time for kids to learn library skills such as using their inside voice sitting for an extended period of time and taking turns. Young ones are free to wiggle and squirm though and will still soak up the benefits of reading aloud with friends.  This is also a great opportunity for parents of young children to meet each other and have a social outing each week. 

Thursday, October 1 from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Black Star Farms

https://www.facebook.com/blackstarfarms/

Thursday, October 1 from 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm

Whitney Museum of American Art

Online via Zoom As Mexico emerged from its revolution in 1920 artists looked for ways to respond to new formations of public life. Seeking to connect native culture and art with a modernist sensibility new sometimes romanticized depictions of peasant life took center stage. This session will explore how the work of Diego Rivera José Clemente Orozco Frida Kahlo Alfredo Ramos Martinez and others sought to forge an art form responsive to the radical cultural transformations happening in Mexico at that time. Xin Wang is a Joan Tisch Teaching Fellow at the Whitney Museum and a Ph.D. candidate in modern and contemporary art at the Institute of Fine Arts NYU. She is the curator of numerous exhibitions in the U.S. Europe and Asia and her latest writings have appeared in Art in America Art Agenda and Wallpaper (Chinese edition). She is currently planning an exhibition that explores Asian Futurisms for the Museum of Chinese in America in New York City. Free with registration. Register here: https://whitney.zoom.us/webinar/register/8115982952299/WN_EcCGWYc4RVqRDdk9xFFnXA Live captioning is available for public programs and events upon request with five business days advance notice. We will make every effort to provide accommodation for requests made outside of that window of time. To place a request please contact us at accessfeedback@whitney.org or (646) 666-5574 (voice). Relay and voice calls welcome.

Thursday, October 1 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

East Meadow Public Library

Celebrate Banned Book Week by Reading Banned BooksDavid Houston performs1984 by George OrwellThursday, October 1 at 1 p.m.Register at www.eastmeadow.info or call us at 794-2570 ask for Programming. We will then email the ZOOM link to you on the morning of the program.Join us for David Houston’s radio play style reading of excerpts of Orwell’s 1984.In the year 1984, civilization has been damaged by war, civil conflict, and revolution. Enter the mysterious leader Big Brother. The Party brutally purges out anyone who does not fully conform to their regime using the Thought Police and constant surveillance. [Adult Programs]

Thursday, October 1 from 4:00 pm to 4:15 pm

Ida Public Library

While we can’t meet in person, we can still have some fun with science and art at home with a little extra help from the library! Grab your pre-made STEAM kits twice a month from the library, then tune into Facebook for a special demonstration of how to use your supplies!  

Thursday, October 1 from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Gaylord

Oct 1st through Oct. 3rd, at Big Buck Brewery, Help us celebrate our two year anniversary with an Oktoberfest Beer Tent and Live Music.

Thursday, October 1 from 7:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Gaylord

You know what night it is!!!!    TRIVIA NIGHT!4 Rounds of QuestionsRounds 1 - 3 - Questioned based 10 Questions per round.Round 4 - Music Based w/ the opportunity to snag 2 points per music question guessing the song title and Artist.Crazy fun and exciting tie breakers.No Cell Phones and only great times :) 

Thursday, October 1 from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

City of Mt Pleasant

NOTICE OF ELECTRONICALLY CONDUCTED PUBLIC HEARING MT.PLEASANT PLANNING COMMISSION  Notice is hereby given that the Mt. Pleasant Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing electronically on Thursday, October 1, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. The meeting agenda and packet materials relating to the meeting will be available on the City’s website at http://www.mt-pleasant.org/boards_and_commissions/planning_commission.asp.  Your views are invited on the following cases: 1.       Z-20-01 - 623 S. Fancher  – Adam and Kimberly Walleman – Request to rezone from CZ, Civic Zone to CD-3, Sub-Urban. 2.      SUP-20-09 & SPR-20-10– 910 W. Pickard – Coyne LLC – Request for Special Use Permit and Site Plan review to add two electric vehicle charging stations to an existing automobile filling station. 3.      TC-20-01 – A proposed ordinance to amend Table 154.405.A of the zoning ordinance to regulate land area per unit in the CD-4 zoning district.  4.      2050 Master Plan - The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider your views on the current draft of the Comprehensive Master Plan for the City of Mt. Pleasant. Copies of the Draft Master Plan are available online at: www.mtpleasant2050.com. Click here for more information!

Thursday, October 1 from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

City of Mt Pleasant

Notice of Electronically Conducted Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission Notice of Electronically Conducted Planning Commission Public Hearing Click here for more information!

Thursday, October 1 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Petoskey

Harvest Moon is the Full Moon that occurs closer to the Autumn Equinox and when it happens after Equinox as it will this year the mood of the season is quite dirrerent. Mary will share tales of harvest traditions associated with the Moon while also considering what we bring to harvest in 2020.  Please register online. 

Friday, October 2 from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Chatter Time: Fridays • 8:30 am – 10 am • Community Rooms A+B  Open to all, up to 10 participants per roomOpen Sewing:  Fridays 10 am -4 pm Community Rooms A + B Open to all, up to 10 participants per room

Friday, October 2 from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Chatter Time: Fridays ? 8:30 am ? 10 am ? Community Rooms A+B Open to all, up to 10 participants per roomOpen Sewing: Fridays 10 am -4 pm Community Rooms A + B Open to all, up to 10 participants per room

Friday, October 2 from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Gaylord

Friday October 2 2020 at 9 AM EDT – 6 PM EDTOtsego County United WayPublic · Hosted by AAUW-GaylordFriday & Saturday the first weekend of October. CDC guidelines will be in effect at the sale. Shop for used books and support local educational awards and programming for local girls and women. The sale will be at the Otsego County United Way 116 E. Fifth Street Gaylord Michigan.BOOK DONATION SITES starting September 16: Family Fare Oliver Chiropractic United Way Building Gordon Food Service and Meyer Ace Hardware. Donations cannot be accepted the day of the sale. For information or special pick-ups contact aauwgaylord@gmail.com

Friday, October 2 from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Black Star Farms

https://www.facebook.com/blackstarfarms/

Friday, October 2 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

Fall for the Book

Gary Powers, Jr. revisits one of the most famous controversies of the Cold War - one that hits close to home - in this free, virtual event. About this Event In Gary Powers, Jr.’s book Spy Pilot: Francis Gary Powers, the U-2 Incident, and a Controversial Cold War Legacy, a son uses declassified documents to dispel misinformation about his father, the pilot famously shot down over the Soviet Union in May 1960 and captured by the KGB -- one of the most talked about events of the Cold War. Despite later being cleared of all charges, Powers’ apology at a televised Soviet show trial created a controversy that dogged him for the rest of his life. Vince Houghton, curator at the International Spy Museum says, “Spy Pilot is our chance to finally meet the man behind the legend.” Author Norman Polmar calls the book “a must-read for those interested in the Cold War, intelligence, and aviation.” Gary Francis Powers, Jr. is the Founder and Chairman Emeritus of The Cold War Museum. He co-wrote Spy Pilot with historian Keith Dunnavant. Sponsored by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. This talk is part of the virtual Fall for the Book festival. Events run from September - November 2020. Visit fallforthebook.org for more information. To Watch: 1. Click the Livestream link - https://www.crowdcast.io/e/fftb_spypilot 2. Click "Save my Spot" 3. Enter your email address 4. Enter a name you'd like to appear in the chat 5. You may be asked to click a link through your email 6. Enjoy the event! You can Save You Spot at any time before the ev

Friday, October 2 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Charlevoix Public Library

Senior Sewing Group

Friday, October 2 from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Indian River Area Library

The Friends of the Indian River Area Library invites you to shop at their book sales every Tuesday from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm and every Friday from 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm. If you stop in and no one is meeting in the Carlton Conference Room feel free to shop as well. All items are sold on a donation basis. Please give whatever you feel appropriate. All money raised goes to support the library.  To reserve the Carlton Conference Room click here. To learn more about the Friends of the Library click here.

Friday, October 2 from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm

Coleman Area Library

$9.00 per person. Enjoy all you can eat fish & chicken fry at the Coleman VFW. 1st Friday of each month.

Friday, October 2 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Mason County District Library

The Ludington Area Center for the Arts has been selected as a viewing site for MANHATTAN SHORT 2020. The 23rd Annual Short Film Festival, a worldwide event taking place across six continents between Sept. 24-Oct. 31. The festival's nine films screen simultaneously across the world during a one-month period, with the Best Film and Best Actor determined by ballots cast by the audience in each participating venue. Screenings of the MANHATTAN SHORT at LACA will be limited to 10 people per showing, tickets are $10 each and must be purchased in advance at https://ludingtonartscenter.square.site/manhattan-short-film-festival or by calling 231-845-2787. Screenings will take place: Thursday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6 at 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8 at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14 at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16 at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22 at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25 at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30 at 1 p.m. The MANHATTAN SHORT films include: Safe Space (Australia), The Stick (Finland), Exam (Iran), Hey, Gray (Russia), White Eye (Israel), Sticker (North Macedonia), Two Little Boys (USA), Maestro (France) The Present (Palenstine). This year's films use drama, comedy and animation to address an astonishing number of themes, ranging from identity to parenthood to the seemingly universal frustration caused by the Department of Motor Vehicles no matter the country. The directorial voices are both male and female from countries large and small, often inspired by personal and sometimes harrowing experience. This year's Final Nine screening also is a rare instance when gripping dramas from Iran, Israel, and the State of Palestine are featured in the same program. View the festivals trailer at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcXHJqnFJrQ

Friday, October 2 from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Port Jefferson Free Library

East End Libraries is proud to present a Facebook Live Concert with Rhonda Denet. Join us for music that is good for the soul with an aim to uplift and inspire you. The song list will include popular standards by Carole King, The Beatles, and Louis Armstrong. In addition, there will be a mix of and Motown/classic soul favorites by Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson, Sam Cooke, and Aretha Franklin. This program will be on Facebook Live. (Not the library's Facebook page) You do NOT need a Facebook account to watch this performance.The link will be added here 1 week prior to the event.  [Adults]

Friday, October 2 from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Mason County District Library

Writers musicians and performers are encouraged to take part in the Ludington Area Center for the Arts’ Open Mic Night during the first and third Friday of each month. First Friday’s is intended to be a family-oriented program and the third Friday’s are adult themed. Artists are invited to practice and polish written works and performances LIVE on stage in front of an open minded Open Mic sign-up gets underway at 6:30 p.m. in the art center’s performance hall and performers begin at 7 p.m. This is a free event to perform in or watch however donations are appreciated. For information contact LACA at 231-845-2787 or e-mail infor@ludingtonartscenter.org. L ACA is located at 107 S. Harrison St. Ludington MI 49431.

Saturday, October 3 from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm

Gaylord

The Downtown Gaylord Farmers Market opening day is planned for Saturday May 23 2020 from 8:00 am – 1:00 pm under the Pavilion located in beautiful downtown Gaylord.Due to COVID-19 the Downtown Gaylord Farmers Market is taking all precautions deemed necessary by National and State guidelines to ensure the safety of both customers and vendors.  Because of the guidelines this market season will be a different one but the ability to purchase quality food products from people you know will remain unchanged.In an effort to create the proper social distancing standards and fulfill state guidelines on capacity we will be limiting the number of shoppers at a time to enter the market.  The layout of the market may be one that is different then in year’s past. Please stay 6 ft. away from other shoppers no congregating and if you have a mask please wear one.  Many vendors are encouraging “pre-orders” and “pre-paid” options for their customers.  Reach out to those vendors you are familiar with and inquire about that particular service.It is our hope that at some point in the season we will be able to relax some of the guidelines as mandated but at this point in time we will do what is necessary to create a safe market atmosphere. Should you have any questions please contact our Market Manager Dave Duffield at 989-350-9680 or check our Facebook page Downtown Gaylord Farmers Market for timely updates.   

Saturday, October 3 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Petoskey

You are invited to bring your friends to see what you can find in our local crops and crafts.  Bring a mask and your smiling eyes! The market is a great place to browse buy and be outdoors.   

Saturday, October 3 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am

Petoskey

A 1 mile boat race and 5k foot race fundraiser to celebrate the life of Leif Eriksson and the Viking way. The race takes place on October 3rd, 2020 at 9am in Charlevoix, Michigan. This event is a fundraiser for Charlevoix Schools Rayder Den. The Rayder Den services Middle and High School students who are experiencing food insecurity.  Participants can compete in both the row and run or just one of the events.  One mile boat race goes from Depot Beach to Ferry Beach in Charlevoix. Participants will have to bring their own kayak/canoe and wear a USCG approved life jacket. The 5k will traverse a road course in the city of Charlevoix.

Saturday, October 3 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

City of Mt Pleasant

Click here for more information!

Saturday, October 3 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Charlevoix Public Library

Teach martial arts to anyone who needs a physical way to heal the emotional self.

Saturday, October 3 at 10:00 am

Petoskey

What's on tap at Skitoberfest?   A whole lotta fun!Young and old alike will find something to enjoy during this annual event. Live music activities food trucks craft beer bonfires chairlift rides and more. Celebrate winter just before the first flakes fly at Boyne Mountain Resort!Bring the whole gang for a day of fun!     

Saturday, October 3 from 10:00 am to 10:00 am

Petoskey

BOYER GLASSWORKS   will hold their 11th Great Lake Pumpkin Patch Celebration from October 3-10. They’ve expanded the celebration from one day to a week to allow them to follow social distancing guidelines.Live glass-blowing demonstrations will be held daily and celebrating master glassblower Harry Boyer who has been practicing his craft for 50 years! Mary Cash Harry's first assistant glassblower will be celebrating her fifth year.  Don't miss these dazzling arrays of hand-blown glass pumpkins. 

Saturday, October 3 from 10:30 am to 11:30 am

Harbor Springs Library

The Harbor Springs Library hosts an all-ages story time followed by craft making on the first Saturday of each month at 10:30am.  All children are welcome at this free event!  Stories read by Miss Linda

Saturday, October 3 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Baldwin Public Library

Saturday, October 3rd from 1:00 - 3:00PM Grades 7 - 12Jamar Nicholas will take you on a trip through the comic book parts of speech, and show you how to unlock the power of comic storytelling. He will speak briefly about his career and the roads he traveled to become an award-winning graphic novelist then help you create a personal comic strip with a story that is uniquely your own. Please email teens@baldwinpl.org to register.   This program is made possible with funds from the Decentralization Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature and is administered by The Huntington Arts Council, Inc.  [Young Adults]

Saturday, October 3 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Gamut Theatre Group

*Online Event* Loosely based on the beloved classic, this adaptation of Sleeping Beauty will have you “spinning” with laughter. Join our bumbling and fumbling Narrator-Turned-Prince, as he tries his best to rise to heroic heights to save the Princess and the sleeping village caught in the spell cast by Fairy Sour Puss! Modern word play and audience participation make this story a sure hit with the entire kingdom. The digital performance of Sleeping Beauty is preceded and followed by a LIVE Chat with the Popcorn Hat Players. Log in early to make sure you don’t miss any of the fun! The digital performance is performed in the true spirit of Popcorn Hat Players with interactive fun for all ages and includes a pre-show Sing Along with Erin that highlights the “5 Rules of COVID-19.” Check out our YouTube video ahead of time so you are ready to sing along: https://bit.ly/2XuSeDo Create your own magic wand to use during the show: https://bit.ly/32T8Q9l Zoom event opens 30 minutes before show time. Tickets: $10 each (1 ticket per screen access) Tickets must be purchased in advance to receive an email with login information.

Saturday, October 3 from 2:00 pm to 5:30 pm

Petoskey

Since 2009 Good Hart Market Days has offered a Saturday afternoon market featuring local farmers artists and artisans.   Join them for another wonderful season.Market Days is FREE to participate or to attend and features local artists artisans and farmers.  Some things you may find include local photography cut flowers and herbs potted herb gardens hand blown glass original jewelry local produce heirloom vegetables pottery soaps and lotions and more.Good Hart is located along the famous Tunnel of Trees (M-119) 14 miles north of Harbor Springs and 7 miles south of Cross Village.

Saturday, October 3 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Gaylord

Wine and Cheese Fall Color Tour - Oct. 3rd and 17th - located at The Tribute Golf Course - Four Stations - Two Tastings per station with one perfectly paired small bites per station.Station 0: Bubbly Personalities - Enjoy a complimentary tasting as you check-in at the SitzmarkStation 1: Rose' All Day - Rose' and Pinot Noir located on hole # 3Station 2: Chardonnay or Should I Go? - Chardonnay and Cabernet located at the Beaver Dam/hole # 7Station 3: You Had Me At Merlot - Merlot and White Blend located on hole # 10Station 4: Be Resislingable - Late Harvest Riesling and a Mulled Wine located on hole # 14Cost: $ 48.00Tickets

Saturday, October 3 from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Gaylord

Saturday, October 3, 2020 at 5 pm - The Ellison PlaceThe Ellison Place and Ty Parkin MusicJoin us for an exciting food truck rally featuring The Digs, K and J Grill, and the Waffle Cabin! Live music on site with country singer Ty Parkin, with several craft vendors in attendance as well!$5.00 cover for entry. Music Starts at 6 pm. Bar service will be available!

Saturday, October 3 at 7:00 pm

Gaylord

Oct  3rd, - Fall Concert - Gornick Auditorium Gaylord High School – This program will feature Johannesburg MI native Tyler Kivel plating Beethoven’s second piano concerto.  Also on the program are “Spring Song” by Jean Sibelius and Symphony No. 10 by Alan Hovhaness. Join us for a pre-concert talk by conductor Jim Van Eizenga at 7 pm.Facebook

Saturday, October 3 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Visit Cadillac

Crosscut Kings is Jim Bonney (guitars, vocals) and Charlie “Hipps” Witthoeft (harmonicas, vocals). They’ve opened for Laith Al Saadi, The Crane Wives, and Rick Estrin and the NIghtcats Their blend of old-school acoustic blues, roots renditions of modern songs, as well as their own original songs, have made them a unique addition to the vibrant live music scene in Northern Michigan. This show will be streamed over the internet. Information will be coming soon with viewing instructions. Admission: Suggested $10 Donation (50% of the proceeds will go to the Charlevoix Food Pantry)

Sunday, October 4 All Day

Coleman Area Library

The Library is closed on Sundays and Mondays. Library Hours: Sunday - closed, Monday - closed, Tuesday - 9am to 5pm, Wednesday - 9am to 5pm, Thursday - 12:30pm to 8:30pm, Friday - 9am to 5pm, Saturday - 8am to noon **Don't forget, even though the library is closed, our "Virtual Library" is always open! Download eBooks and eAudiobooks with your Coleman Area library card. Click the eBooks graphic on the home page to get started.

Sunday, October 4 from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Bartram's Garden

Discover and be inspired by the natural artistry of hidden patterns in the world around us. We’ll investigate and use our observations to create our own works of art. Please join us for this class for FREE over Bartram’s Garden’s FACEBOOK. As the situation with COVID19 continues to evolve, all on-site public programming at Bartram’s Garden is canceled until further notice. Even though our grounds remain open, we ask that you join us for this class remotely. Please follow our social media channels for information on additional live-streams and online workshops. Teaching artist Heather Rinehart approaches fine art through her love of science and history. She has a professional background in illustration and design and a deep interest in nature and storytelling, offering her student’s instruction in multi-disciplinary place-based art. Please consider supporting Bartram’s Garden as we work to continue to meet our financial obligations to our artists and educators by donating to our Resiliency Fund: bartramsgarden.org/support Photo by Pete Prown

Sunday, October 4 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Holly Springs Cultural Center

While we've been apart this year, the Cultural Center teamed up with local musicians from the Route 55 Jazz Orchestra to keep the music alive...online! Settle into the comfort of home and enjoy a free performance with dinner, drinks, and family. Watch from the Holly Springs Cultural Center Facebook page or the Town of Holly Springs YouTube Channel. http://www.hollyspringsnc.us/calendar.aspx?EID=3561