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Join Miss Ann for Preschool Story Hour, Wednesdays at 10 am, Interlochen Public Library. Children ages 2-5 years will enjoy stories, songs and a craft. For more info call the library at 231-276-6767.

Stories and crafts for pre-schoolers on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month

The Elk Rapids Farmers Market is brought to you by the Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce. This Friday morning market offers a wide selection of locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh flowers and plants, baked goods, cheese, meats and fish, jams, maple syrup, local honey, coffee and tea, lavender products and so much more! In 2025, the Market is open every Friday from 8:00am to Noon from May 30th through October 3rd.

No drum necessary, but feel to bring an acoustic item of your own making. Earth Blessing will start each even. Dress for outside. Children must stay with the adults; it’s advantageous if kids are old enough to join in on the rhythm that evolves. RSVP nice but not required. No Charge, although a site maintenance donation is accepted. Visit the Google group TC SACRED DRUM CIRCLE for more info, or call: 231-383-0803. https://groups.google.com/g/tc-sacred-drum-circle

Please join us for a Father's Day Card and Memorabilia Show at Timber Ridge Resort. Admission is free and open to the public. Come find that rare baseball card you have been searching for! Vendor pre- registration is required by reaching out to podcasttc@gmail.com.

Dates: June 16, 17, and 20, 2025
Time: 9 am–11:30 am
Registration Deadline: Thursday, June 12, 2025
Location: Thoreson Farm

The Clay Cubs camp immerses young artists in various clay hand-building techniques while discovering how exciting creating in a real ceramic studio can be. It’s the perfect fit for the camper who likes to get messy and investigate the ceramic medium in depth. All projects are glazed and kiln-fired and will be ready for pickup in 2-3 weeks. The instructor can also make arrangements for shipping projects for a shipping fee. Join us for one session or all summer!

Other Sessions
Session 2: June 23, 24, and 27 (Registration deadline: Thursday, June 19)
* no Clay Cubs the week of June 30 - July 4
Session 3: July 7, 8, and 11 (Registration deadline: Thursday, July 3)
Session 4: July 14, 15, and 18 (Registration deadline: Thursday, July 10)
Session 5: July 21, 22, and 25 (Registration deadline: Thursday, July 17)
Session 6: July 28, 29, and 31 (Registration deadline: Thursday, July 24)

Children can read to the trained Reading Dog

Join Miss Ann for Preschool Story Hour, Wednesdays at 10 am, Interlochen Public Library. Children ages 2-5 years will enjoy stories, songs and a craft. For more info call the library at 231-276-6767.

Date: Wednesday, June 18, and Thursday, June 19, 2025
Time: 12:30 pm–3:30 pm
Registration Deadline: Sunday, June 15, 2025
Location: Glen Arbor Arts Center Classroom
Ages: 6-12

Have you ever wondered how to harness the vibrant hues of nature to create beautiful, sustainable art? Eco-printing is a fascinating technique that allows you to do just that. By using plants from your local environment, you can transform leaves, flowers, and other botanical materials into natural dyes that infuse fabric with stunning colors and patterns.

Shibori: elevate your eco-printed creations with shibori, a traditional Japanese dyeing technique.

During this workshop, you’ll learn the following:

Plant Materials*, Preparing Fabric, Eco-Printing Techniques, Shibori Techniques, Combining Eco-Printing and Shibori.

By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a deep understanding of eco-printing and shibori, and you’ll be able to create your own stunning, one-of-a-kind fabric art. Join us on this creative journey and experience the joy of transforming nature’s beauty into wearable art. Students will leave with a dyed cotton tote bag.

*All plant materials are sourced responsibly.

Date: Wednesday, June 18, and Thursday, June 19, 2025
Time: 12:30 pm–3:30 pm
Registration Deadline: Sunday, June 15, 2025
Location: Glen Arbor Arts Center Classroom
Ages: 6-12

Have you ever wondered how to harness the vibrant hues of nature to create beautiful, sustainable art? Eco-printing is a fascinating technique that allows you to do just that. By using plants from your local environment, you can transform leaves, flowers, and other botanical materials into natural dyes that infuse fabric with stunning colors and patterns.

Shibori: elevate your eco-printed creations with shibori, a traditional Japanese dyeing technique.

During this workshop, you’ll learn the following:

Plant Materials*, Preparing Fabric, Eco-Printing Techniques, Shibori Techniques, Combining Eco-Printing and Shibori.

By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a deep understanding of eco-printing and shibori, and you’ll be able to create your own stunning, one-of-a-kind fabric art. Join us on this creative journey and experience the joy of transforming nature’s beauty into wearable art. Students will leave with a dyed cotton tote bag.

*All plant materials are sourced responsibly.