Community Calendar

Come visit Alden District Library and see Karen Movsesian’s collection of vintage Pyrex dishware.

The display can be viewed during normal library hours. Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 9:30a-5p, Tue 9:30a-6p, Sat 9:30a-2p.

The library is located at 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318. Free Event.

Join Crooked Tree Arts Center of Traverse City for a thoughtful and engaging conversation with selected artists from the upcoming Between Us exhibition. Each artist will share the personal lens through which they interpreted the theme—connection, distance, and the many spaces (emotional, physical, or imagined) that exist between people, places, and moments.

Hear directly from the artists about the inspiration behind their work, the stories woven into their pieces, and the creative processes that brought their ideas to life. From concept sketches to final touches, this talk offers a behind-the-scenes look at how meaning is built layer by layer.

You don’t need to be an artist to enjoy this conversation—just bring your curiosity. It’s a wonderful opportunity to gain deeper insight into the exhibition, connect with the makers, and experience the artwork in a new light.

FELTING ANIMALS WITH ARMATURES
JANUARY 31 , 2026
REGISTER BY: January 30th
CLASS FEE: $50, or $45 for members​
FORMAT: in-person

With artist Mary Duggan!

This fun needle felting class will introduce students to felting in three dimensions with simple wire armatures. Students can make an animal of their choice. They will learn how to make a simple armature and beginner needle felting techniques. All materials and tools will be provided.

Come stab away and leave with something cute!

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Come visit Alden District Library and see the variety of sewing notions collected by members of the Torch Area Artisans Guild.

The display can be viewed during normal library hours.
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 9:30a-5p, Tue 9:30a-6p, Sat 9:30a-2p.

The library is located at 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318. Free Event.

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.

Out of the Box is a group exhibit and invitational featuring 30 Artists based locally and throughout the United States.

Each Artist has transformed a discarded cigar box into a work of Art. Paintings, Sculpture, Mosaic and even a Ukelele are some of the treasures which have been made from a cigar box. Some are recognizable, and some have been taken apart and salvaged into something entirely different.

The show runs daily during open hours in-person from February 7th thru March 14th.

FALL & EARLY WINTER HOURS:
Sunday & Monday: by appointment
Tuesday- Thursday: 11-4
Friday & Saturday: 11-5

You can also browse the pieces online in our shop from your couch beginning on February 7th

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.

How can we live better, and dwell more thoroughly in our homes? Two Northern Michigan interior designers explore that question on February 8, 1 pm at the Glen Arbor Arts Center. This conversation takes place as part of the GAAC’s INteriors exhibition.

The program is free.

Click here for more information.

Come visit Alden District Library and see the variety of sewing notions collected by members of the Torch Area Artisans Guild.

The display can be viewed during normal library hours.
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 9:30a-5p, Tue 9:30a-6p, Sat 9:30a-2p.

The library is located at 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318. Free Event.

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.