Almanac

To add to its festive holiday décor, The Oliver Art Center is accepting submissions of "Upcycled" Holiday Trees which will be on display throughout the art center from November 21 - January 2. Rather than decorated existing trees, participants should create the tree itself out of any repurposed materials. Trees can be any size up to 6 feet tall and can include upcycled ornaments. Trees must be stable if meant to stand, wall sculptures are also encouraged. Lights are permitted. Trees can be for sale.

The trees will be displayed throughout the Oliver Art Center during all holiday events and activities and will be part of its annual Holiday Market.

Shop local, shop small this holiday season!
Join us from November 18 through December 20 for the annual Holiday Bazaar. Shop for handmade, one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list!

We've partnered with local artisans, artists, and makers to stock our shelves with unique items perfect for holiday gifts for your family, loved ones, and those hard-to-shop-for friends... and for yourself too!

Whether you're looking for stocking stuffers or something really special, visit the Holiday Bazaar for knits, jewelry, pottery, ceramics, notecards, prints, ornaments, artwork, and more.

Participating Artists:

Douglas Barron, T.L. Baumhardt, Kelly Conner, Crooked Tree Clay Club, Cutie Lil Glass Shop, Maureen E Mitchell-Tardivi, Katie Eberts, Marjorie Farrell, Flora + Fauna, Samantha Hall, Tim Harbaugh, Maia Hausler, Lisa Hebb, Deanna Hergt-Willmott, Hints of Nature, The Kitchen Painters, Dani Knoph Davis, Kimberley Krumrey, Lake Michigan Book Press, Bruce Love, Sky Mage, Madison Memering, Kimberly Meyer, Kathryn Millar, John Pappas, Elizabeth Paxson, Amy Peterman, Heidi Reichenbach Finley, Maria Silamianos, Nicole Spencer, Amy Lynn Spitzley, Dennis Swartzlander, Cheryl Tallman, The Vintage Wick, Sharon Wade, Sheridan Waldrop, Lisa Walsh, and more!

Author JeffrAy Kessler introduces and signs his newest children's book about a fox with a heart of fire and a tail that sparks the Northern Lights. "Fixey Fox Lights the Night" will get your kids reading.

Winter Sounds is a family-friendly celebration of the season, with hot cider, a warm bonfire, magical winter hike through the woods, and an inspiring outdoor performance from Traverse City West Middle School Madrigal Singers.
5:00pm Concert Begins
Arrive early to allow for the ¼ mile hike into our amphitheater
Tickets available at the door: $10 per Adult, Children Free
Proceeds benefit education programs at Michigan Legacy Art Park and the West Middle School Choral Programs.

Details:
• Dress for cold weather—don’t forget hats, gloves, thermals and scarves.
• Bring warm blankets or camp chairs to sit on. Cuddling encouraged.
• Help us save waste! Bring your own travel mugs or Thermos for your hot cider.
• Dogs on leashes are welcome to enjoy the concert too.
• Feel free to bring your own hot beverages and snacks. Sharing is always nice.
• Portable restroom available at the trailhead.
• Due to snowy conditions, we apologize that our trails are not ADA accessible for this event.

Experience the Story of Christmas from Creation to Bethlehem and beyond in a 45 minute tour completely outdoors. Watch scenes come to life as a guide leads you through a woodland path filled with actors, scenery and live animals. Feel Mary’s and Joseph’s stress as they are sent to a stable to have their baby, and feel the shepherds’ awe when angels appear in the sky. Meet the Wise Men on their journey and see scenes of Christmas come to life!
Free of charge, our gift to the surrounding area.

To add to its festive holiday décor, The Oliver Art Center is accepting submissions of "Upcycled" Holiday Trees which will be on display throughout the art center from November 21 - January 2. Rather than decorated existing trees, participants should create the tree itself out of any repurposed materials. Trees can be any size up to 6 feet tall and can include upcycled ornaments. Trees must be stable if meant to stand, wall sculptures are also encouraged. Lights are permitted. Trees can be for sale.

The trees will be displayed throughout the Oliver Art Center during all holiday events and activities and will be part of its annual Holiday Market.

Shop local, shop small this holiday season!
Join us from November 18 through December 20 for the annual Holiday Bazaar. Shop for handmade, one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list!

We've partnered with local artisans, artists, and makers to stock our shelves with unique items perfect for holiday gifts for your family, loved ones, and those hard-to-shop-for friends... and for yourself too!

Whether you're looking for stocking stuffers or something really special, visit the Holiday Bazaar for knits, jewelry, pottery, ceramics, notecards, prints, ornaments, artwork, and more.

Participating Artists:

Douglas Barron, T.L. Baumhardt, Kelly Conner, Crooked Tree Clay Club, Cutie Lil Glass Shop, Maureen E Mitchell-Tardivi, Katie Eberts, Marjorie Farrell, Flora + Fauna, Samantha Hall, Tim Harbaugh, Maia Hausler, Lisa Hebb, Deanna Hergt-Willmott, Hints of Nature, The Kitchen Painters, Dani Knoph Davis, Kimberley Krumrey, Lake Michigan Book Press, Bruce Love, Sky Mage, Madison Memering, Kimberly Meyer, Kathryn Millar, John Pappas, Elizabeth Paxson, Amy Peterman, Heidi Reichenbach Finley, Maria Silamianos, Nicole Spencer, Amy Lynn Spitzley, Dennis Swartzlander, Cheryl Tallman, The Vintage Wick, Sharon Wade, Sheridan Waldrop, Lisa Walsh, and more!

Cherry Republic is hosting a Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes fundraiser on Sunday, December 10th, 1-4 pm in the Public House in Glen Arbor. The Beach Bards will entertain with a fun afternoon of original (or new takes) on old songs, stories, and poems highlighting the history of the Sleeping Bear Dunes area. Anne-Marie Oomen and Norm Wheeler will perform “A Stone That Rises,” with Anne-Marie starring as Elizabeth Burfiend talking about the settlement of the Port Oneida District and what life was like in the area over 100 years ago. Norm Wheeler will accompany Anne-Marie on trumpet.

The Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes will sell Picture-Perfect Sleeping Bear at the event with special bundle offerings at extra savings. Picture-Perfect Sleeping Bear captures the history and beauty of Sleeping Bear country through a sparking collection of photographs and stories. Purchases and donations from the event will support the Friends’ goal to acquire a Duet Bike. This wheelchair bicycle tandem will be a new mobility device which will allow families and friends to enjoy a bike ride through the park together.

The event is free and open to the public. All book sales and donations from the event are designated for the Duet Bike project.

For more information about the Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes and to purchase Picture-Perfect Sleeping Bear book bundles, go to friendsofsleepingbear.org.

Grow Benzie's Art Guild is hosting a holiday card making and cookie decorating/eating event to continue to building community, making art and having fun during the holiday season. RSVP to save your spot by texting 231-218-0655 or emailing art@growbenzie.org.

Experience the Story of Christmas from Creation to Bethlehem and beyond in a 45 minute tour completely outdoors. Watch scenes come to life as a guide leads you through a woodland path filled with actors, scenery and live animals. Feel Mary’s and Joseph’s stress as they are sent to a stable to have their baby, and feel the shepherds’ awe when angels appear in the sky. Meet the Wise Men on their journey and see scenes of Christmas come to life!
Free of charge, our gift to the surrounding area.