Jul 16 Thursday
The 2nd annual Long Lake Farmers Market will kick off on June 4th and run every Thursday through October 1st from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Stop by the market located at Haywood Park, due east of the Long Lake Township Hall at 8870 N Long Lake Rd, Traverse City, Michigan 49685, near the bocce ball courts.
We are excited to create a community-based farmers market that celebrates the historic agricultural traditions of Long Lake Township, while providing opportunities for Long Lake residents and the surrounding community members to buy and sell locally grown and produced products.
Jul 18 Saturday
The Northport Arts Association (NAA) is pleased to present its annual Plein Air event, continuing a cherished tradition begun in 2013 by the late Gene Rantz. Originally known as the “Paint Out & Wet Paint Sale,” the event has grown from a small gathering into a signature regional celebration, now welcoming up to 50 artists who spend the week painting on location throughout the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula. With the generous permission of Gene’s family, the event proudly bears his name in honor of his lasting vision and impact.
The public is invited to attend the culminating Wet Paint Sale and reception on July 18 from 6:00–9:00 p.m. at the Northport Arts Association, 301 N. Mill Street, Northport. Guests will enjoy a robust selection of appetizers and a cash bar while viewing and purchasing freshly created works.
Each year, the NAA welcomes a dynamic mix of returning and first-time artists whose work reflects a wide range of perspectives, styles, and media. Painting en plein air across Northport and the surrounding peninsula, artists capture the village, beaches, marina, orchards, vineyards, and iconic landscapes that define the area. The resulting collection offers exceptional variety in subject matter, scale, and technique—featuring entirely original works, some still wet from the easel.
This beloved event offers art lovers a rare opportunity to experience the creative process up close and to take home a piece inspired by the distinctive beauty and spirit of our peninsula.
Tickets are only required for this gala event the evening of Saturday, July 18th. The exhibit itself, running through August 8th, is free and open to the public.
Jul 23 Thursday
The nursery specializes in wildflowers, grasses, and shrubs propagated from Michigan genotypes. We will tour the green houses and have an opportunity to shop.
Owners Garrett Noyes and Blythe Webster will be your guide.
Jul 30 Thursday
Jul 31 Friday
Retailers are marking down end-of-the-season items for shoppers this weekend! Don’t miss your chance to find some great deals.
Aug 01 Saturday
Aug 02 Sunday
Aug 06 Thursday
Aug 08 Saturday
The popular Gold Coast Artisan Fair takes place annually at Rotary Park in Ludington, with over 170 arts & crafts displays for browsing and shopping.