Community Calendar

It’s a hot and sultry day in the gritty city, and Sam Shovel has a dead man sprawled in her office, stabbed in the back with a yardstick. Ends up this is just the first of a string of murders happening in the fashion industry. Though no one would ever think of Sam having anything to do with high fashion, it’s up to the private eye to follow the connecting thread and sew up the case.

This Staged Reading will parody a 1940s detective noir radio show, complete with live sound effects, and is sure to leave you in stitches!

St. Andrews Presbyterian Church’s Arts on the Hill Ministry Team announces the first concert of the New Year, Sunday, January 11th at 3:00 p.m. at the church,8190 Lincoln Road, Beulah, MI 49617. Dr. Michael Coonrod, Pianist and retired Interlochen piano instructor of 46 years, presents a solo piano recital featuring Schubert, Brahms, Liszt and Chopin.

The Arts on the Hill programs are presented in memory of and honoring Rev. Bob McQuilkin. A free will offering will be taken.

Please, put this special concert on your early winter calendars and plan to experience, be inspired and enjoy wonderful music at St. Andrews

A theater event with full ASL Interpretation and guest Deaf Performer Rosina Switras from Stage Hands, LLC.

Proceeds of this show benefit Disability Network Northern Michigan

Join Housing North for a mid-day conversation on the Grand Traverse County Housing Growth Corridor Strategy. This meeting will feature Ryan Kilpatrick from Flywheel Companies, who will present the initial results of the growth corridor strategy project and share insights on how this work can support future housing planning and development in the county.

Date: January 12, 2026
Time: 3:00–4:30 PM
Location: Traverse City Curling Club, 1712 South Garfield Ave., Traverse City, MI 49686

Light refreshments will be served, and parking is available on site.

This project is led by Housing North in partnership with Flywheel Companies and the Michigan Land Use Atlas, and is funded by our partners including the Grand Traverse Economic Development Corporation and The Brookby Foundation.

The event is free but registration is required. Please click here to register.

Free, peer-led mental health support groups:

*NAMI Family Support (Mondays at 6pm. Online and in-person at HBA, 3040 Sunset Ln. See website for zoom link.)

*NAMI Connection Group (Mondays at 6pm. Online, see website for zoom link)

Join us for a small cup of chili and music to warm the heart with our good neighbor, Johnny Keys, a/k/a John Nedlo.

Join Kellie Chase to transform fabrics into patchwork quilts for kids facing serious trauma. Quilts for Kids is a non-profit organization. Materials provided. RSVP!

This artisans’ group has been creating art and contributing to the community for over 40 years.

Newcomers are always welcome! For more info, email taartisansguild@gmail.com. Sponsored by Alden District Library.

People of all skill levels, including beginners are invited to play.

Free Event. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center,

People of all skill levels, including beginners, are welcome! For more info, contact Sue Archer at 231-944-0013.

Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center & Library.