Community Calendar

The Music House Museum is happy to welcome back Trillium Groove in concert on January 24, 2026, at 7:00PM

“Trillium Groove is an all-girl trio from Northern Michigan made up of Ruby Bardenhagen (piano), Keagan Kalbfleisch (percussion), and SkyeLea Martin (guitar, ukulele). The three met studying Audio Engineering through NMC’s Audio Technology program. Not only do they all sing lead, but they each are songwriters in their own right. Known for their clever selection of covers, and diverse original repertoire Trillium Groove delivers crowd pleasing performances in three-part harmony. The band recently released their first single and music video called “Mindfuzz” and also have merch available for purchase in their EPK at www.sandboxalliance.com”

We hope to see you there. Tickets are available at MyNorthTickets, by going to musichouse.org or by calling 231-938-9300

Join us at The Bay Theatre in Suttons Bay on January 24 at 7pm as the Winter/Spring “Live at The Bay” season gets off to a remarkable start with Canadian folk singer, instrumentalist, (and author) Garnet Rogers taking the stage. Given his extensive performance history at North America’s most prestigious venues, we are thrilled to be hosting this great artist here in Suttons Bay!

Doors open at 6pm. Tickets are $30 in advance at thebaytheatre.org and $35 at the door ($5 discount for certain Bay membership levels).

Mary Sue Wilkinson and Mark Schrock have been singing and playing together since the founding of the popular Michigan roots quartet Iowa Rose in 1978.

Reuniting as a duo, they offer vibrant harmonies supported by guitars and mandolin on a wide variety of Americana music. You’ll hear classic country hits from the likes of Patsy Cline and Hank Williams, familiar folk and blues that invite you to sing along, as well as treasured original songs from the Iowa Rose catalog and more recent works.

Equally at home in intimate listening rooms, festivals, outdoor food and beverage establishments, or a concert stage, Mary Sue & Mark bring to bear their years of friendship and musical collaboration.

The historic, nonprofit Garden Theater is proud to announce Sisters of Soul, an unforgettable tribute concert celebrating the timeless music of Etta James and Ella Fitzgerald. The performance will take place February 7 and will feature powerhouse Michigan vocalist Jenni Rae, whose dynamic range and soulful presence have captivated audiences across the state.

To elevate the experience, The Garden Theater is offering exclusive front‑stage table seating. These four‑top tables include a complimentary bottle of champagne, creating an intimate, upscale atmosphere for guests who want to be close to the music.

Event Details
• What: Sisters of Soul — Etta James & Ella Fitzgerald Tribute Concert
• When: February 7, 2026. Show at 7:30pm Doors at 7:00pm
• Where: The Garden Theater, Frankfort, Michigan
• Featuring: Jenni Rae, Nathon Lane, Phil Tarczon, Carter Hargreaves, Logan Hargreaves, Eric Joslin, Jason Hargreaves, Phil Coryell and Markus Messina
• Tickets: General admission and exclusive champagne table packages available

For ticket information or media inquiries, please contact The Garden Theater online at ww.gardentheater.org or use this ticket link.

"I wanna be in the room where it happens. I've got to be in the room where it happens." - Aaron Burr, Hamilton

"America, you great unfinished symphony, you sent for me. You let me make a difference. A place where even orphan immigrants can leave their fingerprints and rise up.”— Alexander Hamilton, Hamilton

Be in the room where it happens at our Hamilton Sing-along! Join fellow fans to watch and sing along with the hit Broadway musical about the “ten-dollar founding father.” All voices welcome—costumes encouraged!

This event is part of our 2026 Civics Celebration - tadl.org/democracy

Performers: Louise Brodie, Tim Joseph, Laura Miller, Andy Rockwood, Marley Demers
Caller: Pat Reeser

Join us for an afternoon of contra dancing! No partners or experience needed. The first half hour will be a workshop to teach and practice some of the basic steps.

Dancing is not required. You are welcome to come listen to the music. Chairs will be set up around the perimeter of the room.
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What is the Benzonia Area Community Emergency Fund?
The Benzonia Area Community Emergency Fund will financially assist an individual or a family that has fallen upon hard times. This is done on a one time basis through the payment of a known expense such as a medical, housing or utility bill. Funds are collected and administered through the Mills Community House Association.

For more information on the Benzonia Area Community Emergency Fund, our service area, how funds will be dispersed, and the nomination form, please visit our website: www.millscommhouse.org

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.

A night of virtuosic acoustic guitar and unmistakable melodies will take over Traverse City's historic City Opera House on Valentine's Day. Guitar Dreams featuring Jake Allen and Ryan David Green will be performing on Saturday, February 14, 2026, starting at 7:30pm. Tickets are $30 for general admission; $20 for students 18 & younger, seniors and military.

Jake Allen has toured globally, is endorsed by Takamine Guitars, and has shared stages with guitar legends such as Andy McKee and Mike Dawes. As a solo artist, Allen utilizes impeccably timed live looping to create a captivating one-man show, with his hypnotic command of the guitar bringing every inch of the instrument to life.

Ryan David Green has been called “a full blown shredder” by Acoustic Guitar Magazine. A graduate of Boston's prestigious Berklee College of Music, his instrumental “Time Is Not What You Think It Is" was awarded 1st place in the 2024 American Songwriter Song Contest and his original compositions have received numerous film and TV placements, including shows on E!, Lifetime, and ABC Family/Freeform.

Together, performing a blend of beautiful instrumental guitar pieces and delicate vocal tunes, they’ll be taking audiences to a place both otherworldly, and somehow surprisingly intimate.

On Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 7:00 PM, Interlochen pianist Hyemin Kim will be joined by Khanh Nhi Luong, Third Prize winner of the 2024 Leeds International Piano Competition, for a joint recital titled "Souvenirs of Austria." The program features their respective solo performances of Franz Schubert’s Piano Sonata No. 20 in A Major, D. 959, followed by Johannes Brahms’ 6 Klavierstücke, Op. 118.

*This performance is dedicated to the artists’ former teacher, Professor Otto Niederdorfer, with gratitude and love.

Tickets can be purchased at MyNorhTickets.com, musichouse.org or by calling 231-938-9300

The Music House Museum is happy to welcome local band East Bay Drive Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 7:00PM

East Bay Drive is a 4-piece American Jazz-Fusion band from Traverse City, Michigan. The band formed in 2019 from a collection of eclectic musicians who met at MusicHub.Live Studios and who all just couldn’t get enough Fourplay, Steely Dan, and creating original compositions. These individuals had worked with each other individually for years but never together as a group. Their unique brand of entertainment fuses dynamic grooves with deep feel, and a friendly humble approach to music that will make you want to move with the groove.

The band members consist of: David Chown-Piano and Keyboards, Rick Kielhe-Guitar, John Richard Paul-Bass, Alex Wyant-Drums, with special guests Ryan Critchfield-Saxophone, and Skylea-vocals.

Get ready for a fun-funky time!

You can get tickets by going to MyNorthTickets here, visiting musichouse.org or by calling 231-938-9300