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Join Grand Traverse County 4-H as we explore the world of birding! Learn how to identify and observe new species – all while enjoying the health benefits that birding can bring! There is no cost to participate, and parents are encouraged to attend with their children. Best suited for youth ages 10-14, but more experienced birders are welcome! Workshop 1 will be held on Sunday, May 7th, at the Grand Traverse Conservation District Community Room from 10:00am-11:30am. The workshop series will be held once a month, on the first Sunday of each month through October at various birding locations around Grand Traverse County.

Registration takes place on 4-H Online website here: https://v2.4honline.com/#/user/sign-in
Look to register for the event "4-H Birding Workshop 1: The Basics of Birding."

Please call Emily Kotz, Grand Traverse County 4-H Program Coordinator, at 231-922-4825 or email at kotzemil@msu.edu with questions and event information.

Apply to share your talents with our Art Escapes program. We take pride in bringing arts and cultural workshops to classrooms across Traverse City, serving Northwest Education Services students in special ed, alternative ed, and general ed.

Our workshops are carefully crafted to elevate classroom goals and empower students with healthy self-expression through a diverse range of artistic mediums, including art, music, creative movement, and more.

Join us on this inspiring journey of imagination and growth as we positively impact young lives through the power of art.

Make a positive impact on students' lives and earn a competitive hourly rate.

People of all skill levels are invited to play. Free Event. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

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, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318. NOTE: due to Voting in the Community Center on Nov. 7th, the group will be meeting in the library that day.

Previous experience is not required, join anytime. $5 fee covers materials. For more info, contact Dorothy at 231-331-6583. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

Kick off the holiday season by creating a fresh wreath for your front door at the Boardman River Nature Center’s Wreath Making Workshop! This DIY experience allows you to create a beautiful wreath you'll be proud to hang in your home. Wreath form, a mix of fresh evergreens, ribbon, instructions, and tools will be provided. Attendees will take home their gorgeous wreaths at the end of the class.

Please Register at www.natureiscalling.org/events

DETAILS:
Saturday, December 9th, 2023
Potluck Dinner 5:30pm
Beginner Dance Workshop 7pm
Dances from 7:30 - 10:30pm
Please bring a dish to pass, and your own drink and table service!

TALENT:
Music provided by The Johns band.
Dances will be called by Pat Reeser and Dave Goodwin.

No partner or experience is necessary!

The Suttons Bay Bingham District Library Friends’ Annual Lights, Bites and Books Gala will be held from 6-9pm on Saturday, December 9. Enjoy a night of fellowship, food and fun, including a silent auction, while supporting your library! All proceeds from each $60 ticket and silent auction sales support the library.
Tickets can be purchased on the library website or in-person at the library's front desk.
For more information, please call the library at 231-271-3512.

Apply to share your talents with our Art Escapes program. We take pride in bringing arts and cultural workshops to classrooms across Traverse City, serving Northwest Education Services students in special ed, alternative ed, and general ed.

Our workshops are carefully crafted to elevate classroom goals and empower students with healthy self-expression through a diverse range of artistic mediums, including art, music, creative movement, and more.

Join us on this inspiring journey of imagination and growth as we positively impact young lives through the power of art.

Make a positive impact on students' lives and earn a competitive hourly rate.

People of all skill levels are invited to play. Free Event. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.