Community Calendar

Got a hobby? Need a hobby? Now's the perfect time to find something fun to do - and new friends to share it - before winter.

Join the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy (GTRLC) for a fall color hike at Perch Lake, a proposed new addition to the Upper Manistee Headwaters Preserve, in Kalkaska County.

The Basics
The Perch Lake addition protects the entirety of Perch Lake and several ecologically rich bogs that support water quality within the north branch of the Manistee River and the Manistee River watershed.

We expect to see some interesting species in and around this kettle lake during our 2.5-mile hike over primarily flat terrain. Natural communities include submergent marsh, bog and dry-mesic northern forest.

What should I bring?
-Consider bringing your camera and/or binoculars to capture the fall colors and perhaps some migrating birds.
-Dress for the weather! Always check the forecast in advance.

Address
3004 Darke Rd, Kalkaska, MI 49696

Directions

We will meet at a trail access to Perch Lake, located off of Darke Road where it intersects Myers Road in Kalkaska County. From Traverse City, follow M-72 east to Sigma Road, then turn left (north). Continue north on Sigma Road to Myers Road and turn right (east), and follow until it T’s at Darke Road.

Please note that this property is not yet open to the public, making this event a unique opportunity to explore while enjoying the beauty of northern Michigan fall colors. We look forward to seeing you there!

Registration is required. Cancellations due to weather or any other reason will be communicated with registered participants via email.

Thank you for your interest in joining us! If you have any questions, please contact us at (231) 929-7911 or info@gtrlc.org.

In honor of Health Literacy Month, the Suttons Bay Bingham District Library invites you to hear from a wellness expert Friday mornings in October. All programs are at 10:30am in the library’s lower level Community Room. Each hour-long program will feature a presentation and time for a Q&A.

Kicking us off on Friday October 3, join physical therapist and author Mike Swinger for a presentation on Strength and Balance for Winter. Swinger is a Physical Therapist at Leelanau Physical Therapy and the author of Runner’s Fix: DIY Guide to Running Pain-Free.

On Friday October 10, join licensed esthetician & herbalist Kelly Kehl for a session on ways to nurture the body through the seasonal shift into winter, including herbs, foods, skin care, and tools. A demonstration of skincare tools will be included. Kehl is the owner of Little Beauty Kitchen.

On Friday October 17, join psychiatrist Andrea Skrocki for a presentation and discussion on Seasonal Affective Disorder. Learn practical tools to manage the “winter blues” and how to improve your wellbeing during the winter months. Skrocki is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience, and the CEO of Total Clarity Psychiatry.

Wrapping up the series on Friday October 24, join physical therapist and pelvic floor specialist Dr. Erica O’Neal for a presentation on Pelvic Health Basics. This talk will cover the essentials, common concerns, practical tips and more. O’Neal is a licensed Physical Therapist, certified Brain Injury Specialist, Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist, and a trained pelvic health therapist at Trailhead Physical Therapy in Traverse City.

No pre-registration required. Please call the library at 231-271-3512 or email information@sbbdl.org to learn more.

Calling all trivia buffs! Test your knowledge of the natural world with us at Earthen Ales! Occurring seasonally, each trivia night will include five exciting rounds and one speed-round featuring a local partner organization who will bring their own expertise to the evening. Expect engaging questions, great conversation, and a deeper connection to our region’s ecology and community!

When: Friday, October 24th from 6:00 - 8:00pm

Where: Earthen Ales, 1371 Gray Dr #200, Traverse City, MI 49684

Registration: $5/person at the door. No registration required.

Audience: Adults

Join us for the Friends annual Fall Book Sale!

Friday, October 24th | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Members Only Pre-Sale
(Membership Sign-Up Available at the Door)

Saturday, October 25th | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Public Sale
Members receive 50% off!

Sunday, October 26th | 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$5 Bag Sale

HARDCOVER BOOKS: $4
PAPERBACK BOOKS: $2
CHILDREN’S BOOKS: $2
DVDs: 2 for $1
Friends of Library= ½ OFF ALL WEEKEND

Become a member at tadl.org/friends

Members only preview sale on Friday, October 24. Members receive 50% all weekend long. Sign ups available at the door.

Join us for the Friends annual Fall Book Sale!

Friday, October 24th | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Members Only Pre-Sale
(Membership Sign-Up Available at the Door)

Saturday, October 25th | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Public Sale
Members receive 50% off!

Sunday, October 26th | 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$5 Bag Sale

HARDCOVER BOOKS: $4
PAPERBACK BOOKS: $2
CHILDREN’S BOOKS: $2
DVDs: 2 for $1
Friends of Library= ½ OFF ALL WEEKEND

Become a member at tadl.org/friends

Members only preview sale on Friday, October 24. Members receive 50% all weekend long. Sign ups available at the door.

Join the Dennos Museum, Children's Therapy Corner, Children's Advocacy Center and TADL Youth Services for the third annual sensory-friendly Halloween event!

We will have a variety of fun activities, being mindful of diverse sensory needs and accommodations to create an inclusive environment where all are welcome!

This event is free and registration is not required, but recommended.

GTCD’s Fall Native Seedling Sale is a first-come, first-served sale (no pre-orders) on Saturday, October 25th from 10:00am - 2:00pm outdoors at the Boardman River Nature Center featuring native Michigan conifers - balsam fir, red cedar, red pine, white pine, and white spruce. We will also offer native perennial plants, including garden kits.

Planting in the fall allows these native species to become well-established over the winter and start off the next growing season strong.

Information stations staffed by GTCD naturalists and local partners will help you select species for your property and teach you how to support forest health not only in your own backyard but throughout our region. Additionally, enjoy family-friendly activities like pumpkin painting and hiking at the Natural Education Reserve!

A playful contrast in scale, monumental paintings meet intricate miniatures.

All exhibits are free and open to the public!  Groups Welcome. 

Gallery & Gift Shop Hours:  M-F 11am-4pm, Sat 11am-3pm.

Skeletons, stories, crafts and more! Not too scary family fun!