Community Calendar

Families stop in after school to make a peace dove in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Receive one free book per family.

Step into the quiet magic of the New Moon and gather with us.

Join the Conscious Community Coven at Blessed Be Tea on January 20th from 6–8 PM for a cozy, open-house New Moon Party designed for connection, reflection, and community. This is a family-friendly, come-as-you-please evening—no pressure, no agenda—just a gentle space to set intentions, enjoy light snacks, and be together.

Coven members will be present throughout the night to chat, answer questions, and connect. Whether you stay for five minutes or the full two hours, you’re welcome exactly as you are.

This gathering also marks the beginning of our monthly Full Moon and/or New Moon events for the year ahead. Each one will be a little different, but always rooted in community. And we want your voice in shaping these nights—intention cards, Rose & Thorn reflections, elemental themes (earth, air, fire, water), or something entirely new. Stop by and share what you’d love to experience. Tarot readings may also be offered at future moon gatherings.

Come gather, reflect, and grow with us.

Drop by the library for Family Fun with Puppets!

No pre-registration needed. All ages welcome!

Hands-on active fun with crafts and activities. Make your own puppet!

A snack will be provided.

Questions? Call the library at 231-271-3512

Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation will host WINTERFEST, an afternoon of fun and games for the entire family at Grand Traverse County Civic Center.

This FREE family event is packed with outdoor fun provided by:
Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation
Grand Traverse Conservation District
Grand Traverse County Health Department
Grand Traverse County Sheriff
Norte Youth Cycling
Traverse Area District Library
Aloft Disc Golf
North Sky Raptor Sanctuary

Please join us at the NMC Library on Thursday, January 29th from 4:30 to 6:30 PM as we celebrate Black History Month, diverse characters, and the power of reading to break down barriers at our Fifth Annual Embrace the Dream Read-Aloud & Craft Night!

This is a completely FREE event with no registration necessary and children ages 3-12 are invited to READ, CRAFT & get a FREE BOOK!

Parents can join in on the fun or find a space in the building to relax while the kiddos hang out with us, reading and getting crafty!

For more information, please contact the NMC Library by phone at 231-995-1060 or by email at library@nmc.edu.

Experience the magic of a winter wonderland! Join us on Tuesday, February 3, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. for a guided trek through the Leo Creek Preserve wetlands. We’ll dive into the secrets of winter tree identification, estimate the age of our massive white pine that fell this past December, and warm up with fresh pine needle tea.

Please dress in warm layers and sturdy boots. We also encourage hikers to bring a charged cell phone to help contribute observations to our "Walk the Wetland" iNaturalist project!

Learn more here: https://schoolship.org/news-events/guided-nature-hike/

YOUTH CERAMICS - VALENTINE'S THEME!
Ages 7 - 12
REGISTER BY: Feb. 2nd
CLASS FEE: $45, or $40.50 for members​
FORMAT: in-person

Join instructor Bethany Newman for a fun-filled hour of playing with clay! Students will learn some basics of hand-building and will get to take home their very own Valentine's themed creations. Glazing is done by the instructor; a pick-up date will be emailed once the final firing is completed. All supplies are provided.

Imbolc Full Moon Party at Blessed Be Tea

Presented by the Conscious Community Coven

Join us for a cozy, open-house Imbolc Full Moon Party at Blessed Be Tea—a gentle gathering rooted in hope, renewal, and community connection. Imbolc marks the halfway point between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox, a sacred threshold where the quiet of winter begins to soften and the first stirrings of spring are felt. It is a time to honor the light returning, both in the world and within ourselves.

This open-house–style celebration invites you to come and go as you please. Settle in with community, enjoy warm conversation, and take part in a short, accessible mini ritual focused on intention setting, clarity, and nurturing what is beginning to grow. Together, we’ll reflect on what we are ready to awaken, tend, and carry forward as the seasons shift.

Whether you stay for a moment or the full evening, this gathering is an offering of space—to pause, to hope, and to connect. All are welcome. Come as you are, and be part of the turning of the wheel.

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.

When it comes to movers and shakers in the bluegrass world, Full Cord is a super-group on the rise. After winning the prestigious 2022 Telluride Bluegrass Band Competition in Colorado, the Michigan-based group followed that with another much-coveted honor when the International Bluegrass Music Association named Full Cord its “Momentum Award Band of the Year.” Visuals by Super Nuclear.