Community Calendar

WATERCOLOR & INK
Workshop
APRIL 15 , 2026
Wednesday
10am - 1pm

REGISTER BY: April 10th
CLASS FEE: $40, or $36 for members​
FORMAT: in-person

​Join us for a captivating Watercolor & Ink Abstract Painting class where creativity knows no bounds! In this hands-on workshop, you'll enter the vibrant world of abstract art, experimenting with watercolors & ink pens to create stunning pieces. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, our experienced instructor will guide you through techniques and inspire your imagination Embrace the joy of self-expression and discover your unique artistic style in a fun and supportive environment!

With local artist & instructor Patty Clark.
For beginners & dabblers to experienced.

Participants are welcome to bring their own supplies such as brushes and fine line Sharpie pens.

Instructor will provide paints, paper, extra brushes, tools and pens.

Topics of discussion will be plans for upcoming programs, book sales and volunteer opportunities. Anyone interested in supporting the library is always welcome.

9:30am social time & 10am meeting held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden. 231-331-4318.

Creative Wellness Monthly Gathering
Facilitators: Carol Hohle & Meridith Mulcahy

Time: 1:30 pm–3 pm

Registration Deadline: N/A

Location: Meet at the GAAC front desk, then follow the fun—we may head to locations like Pine Street Studio or Thoreson Farm Studio during the summer. (Reserve Pinestreet Classroom as permanent option)
Skill: All Skill Levels
Cost: $10 member/ $12 nonmember
Min/Max: N/A
Time to Set Up: 15 minutes
Time to Clean Up: 15 minutes

This group will gather once a month to share and learn more about the value of creativity in our daily lives. Over a warm mug of brewed tea/coffee (or ice tea/lemonade in the summer!), come connect with others, share ideas, find inspiration, and practical tips to lead a more creative and whole-hearted approach to life. Each month, in addition to checking in with one another, we will explore different practices (journaling, stitching, collaging, photography) that may pique your creative curiosity.

Each week the group will meet at the front desk of the Glen Arbor Art Center and will move to locations such as Pine Street Studio, the GAAC Classroom, the GAAC grove or Thoreson Farm.

The Glen Arbor Arts Center’s next Coffee With The Authors conversation is April 19, 1 pm with Karen Mulvahill, author of The Lost Woman. Mulvahill, a Leelanau County resident, sets her novel in 1940’s Paris, just as the Nazis storm the City of Lights. What follows is a tale of one young woman’s resistance, art theft, and a long-delayed effort to restore stolen paintings to their rightful owners.

The Lost Woman is Mulvahill’s debut novel. Published in 2025, Mulvahill’s tale is fueled by history: the Nazi’s well-organized efforts to appropriate — through theft, murder and terror tactics — a vast array of cultural artifacts for installation in Hitler’s planned arts complex, the Fuhrermuseum, in Linz, Austria. Mulvahill will talk about how she crafted a story peopled by many characters over decades, and the role the arts played in the Nazi’s violent scheme to reorder the world to its specifications.

Coffee With The Authors is a series of conversational interviews with local, regional, and state authors about the art, craft, and process of writing, facilitated by GAAC Gallery Manager Sarah Bearup-Neal. There is no charge. Coffee With The Authors enjoys the support of the Cottage Book Shop and the Glen Lake Community Library.

OPENING RECEPTION:
Friday, April 24 from 5-7pm.

EXHIBIT RUNS: APRIL 24 - MAY 30, 2026

The Charlevoix Photography Club, Inc. (CPC) and Charlevoix Circle of Arts is pleased to accept submissions for its sixteenth Annual Juried Photography Exhibition.

Submissions are done in a span of 2 days the week prior to exhibit opening, photographers must be in-person with images ready to hang.

This exhibition is open to any local photographers and all current members of the Charlevoix Photography Club.

Cash prizes are given for first, second and third place images in each of the six categories. The juror will also select images for Honorable Mention

At a time when the world is drowning in photographic images, Grand Rapids photographer Rodney Martin asks: Is photography dead? On April 25, Martin will present a slide lecture that digs into that question. The program takes place in the Glen Arbor Arts Center Main Gallery 1-2:30 pm.

Reservations are required. Seating is limited. Admission is $10 GAAC members, $15 nonmembers.

The deadline for reservations is April 23, 2 pm. To read more and to reserve a seat click here.

As photography moved out of the darkroom and into the computer, the ability to “doctor” an image or to create one using artificial intelligence has caused some to conclude that photography is dead. Martin will explore the impact of digital photography and the implications of generative artificial intelligence on our understanding of photographs. This conversational discussion will enable participants to be savvier consumers of photography in the digital age.

Join us for part four of a five-part conversation series hosted by Derenda Lefevre of Open Your Eyes To Access (OYETA). These conversations will focus on centering disability stories, the history of disability in our communities, and provide opportunities for non-disabled people to learn about disability, ableism, and what it means to embrace accessibility and equity in our community spaces. Refreshments will be served and documentation for continuing ed hours are available upon request.

#4 Disability Justice: Our fourth conversation will explore our shared language, disability etiquette, the characteristics of an ableist culture and its antidotes, the future of accessibility, and celebrate disability culture.

Join us for the 2026 Northwest Michigan Arts & Culture Summit: Against the Current.

On May 14–15 in downtown Traverse City, creatives from across the region will gather for two days of connection, learning, and shared momentum. In a culture driven by productivity and profit, the arts move differently, traveling upstream to protect what is human, inclusive, and deeply rooted in community.

Through inspiring keynote sessions, practical workshops for arts workers, live performances, hands-on experiences, and structured opportunities to build real relationships, you will find meaningful exchange across disciplines and counties.

Register today for a meaningful experience with others like you from our creative community.

REGISTER BY: May 13th
CLASS FEE: FREE! ​
FORMAT: in-person

As the artist in residence at Good Hart Artist Residency this May, JANHAVI KHEMKA will share her artistic journey, inspirations, and personal experiences. She will discuss how she has adapted to communicate with the world as an artist who is deaf and showcase her work independently. This presentation will offer a unique glimpse into her creative process and how she’s overcome challenges to share her art with others.

Janhavi will then guide participants in creating unique textures using wood objects, resulting in dynamic prints without the need for a press machine. Enjoy complimentary food and beverages while you unleash your creativity!

Space is limited, Pre-Register to secure your spot.

Please note: the workshop is located in our lower level art studio accessible by stairs only.

Appropriate for ages 15 and up.

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Creative Wellness Monthly Gathering
Facilitators: Carol Hohle & Meridith Mulcahy

Time: 1:30 pm–3 pm

Registration Deadline: N/A

Location: Meet at the GAAC front desk, then follow the fun—we may head to locations like Pine Street Studio or Thoreson Farm Studio during the summer. (Reserve Pinestreet Classroom as permanent option)
Skill: All Skill Levels
Cost: $10 member/ $12 nonmember
Min/Max: N/A
Time to Set Up: 15 minutes
Time to Clean Up: 15 minutes

This group will gather once a month to share and learn more about the value of creativity in our daily lives. Over a warm mug of brewed tea/coffee (or ice tea/lemonade in the summer!), come connect with others, share ideas, find inspiration, and practical tips to lead a more creative and whole-hearted approach to life. Each month, in addition to checking in with one another, we will explore different practices (journaling, stitching, collaging, photography) that may pique your creative curiosity.

Each week the group will meet at the front desk of the Glen Arbor Art Center and will move to locations such as Pine Street Studio, the GAAC Classroom, the GAAC grove or Thoreson Farm.