Community Calendar

Explore your crafty side in this fun workshop with Holly Lang and Casey Kilian. They’ll help you create delicate string art hearts, just in time for Valentine’s Day. All supplies are provided. Space is limited, so contact the library in advance to register.

Explore your crafty side in this fun workshop! Two area crafty gals will help you create delicate string art hearts, just in time for Valentine's Day! Space is limited so contact the library - 231.326.5361 to register.

Free, peer-led mental health support groups: NAMI Family Support and NAMI Connection Group.

Both held Wednesdays, 12pm at Christ Church, 430 Fair St. (See website for zoom link)

Free, peer-led mental health support: NAMI Connection Group. Held Wednesdays, 5pm Online (see website for zoom link) and at Child & Family Services, 3785 Veterans Dr.

Painting with Water and Light—Watercolor
Cheryl Boc-Chidester
Thursday, February 5, and Friday, February 6, 2026
10 am–2 pm
GAAC Classroom
Beginner to Intermediate
$150 member / $165 nonmember

In this class, Cheryl Ann Boc-Chidester will guide students through the beauty and versatility of watercolor with hands-on experimentation. Participants will explore color theory and mixing, and practice fundamental techniques such as wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, and dry-on-dry. They will also experiment with different papers and texture-making methods to expand their creative possibilities. Most projects are based on enlarged photographs, though students may bring their own references or select from images provided by the instructor. For those less confident in drawing, there is an option to trace or transfer images onto watercolor paper, with guidance on drawing and composition. Geared toward beginning and intermediate students, the class welcomes all who wish to paint, create, and enjoy the artistic process.

Painting with Water and Light—Watercolor
Cheryl Boc-Chidester
Thursday, February 5, and Friday, February 6, 2026
10 am–2 pm
GAAC Classroom
Beginner to Intermediate
$150 member / $165 nonmember

In this class, Cheryl Ann Boc-Chidester will guide students through the beauty and versatility of watercolor with hands-on experimentation. Participants will explore color theory and mixing, and practice fundamental techniques such as wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, and dry-on-dry. They will also experiment with different papers and texture-making methods to expand their creative possibilities. Most projects are based on enlarged photographs, though students may bring their own references or select from images provided by the instructor. For those less confident in drawing, there is an option to trace or transfer images onto watercolor paper, with guidance on drawing and composition. Geared toward beginning and intermediate students, the class welcomes all who wish to paint, create, and enjoy the artistic process.

Peninsula Fire Department will conduct free training on how to respond effectively to bleeding emergencies.

Email ctaylor@peninsulafire.org to register.

Step out of the winter chill and into a welcoming space designed to support you. Super Saturday blends free on-site tax filing, community resources, workshops, lunch, activities, and giveaways in one convenient place so you can enjoy a positive, engaging day with plenty of fun for all ages, whether you come solo or with family.

Join staff member Claudia to learn about long-term care, what you need to know but didn't know to ask. Claudia is a volunteer through the MI Long Term Care Ombudsman Program hosted by the Area Agency on Aging.

Saturday, February 7, 2026 from 12 - 3pm
REGISTER BY: Feb. 5th
CLASS FEE: $60, or $54 for members
FORMAT: in-person

Learn the art of stained glass with artist and instructor Ruby Smith!

All materials and tools are provided.