Community Calendar

Join the Glen Lake Association's watershed biologists on a fun and educational hands-on tour of Glen Lake on our Discovery Boat (ages 8+). As you cruise along the water, you’ll learn how area lakes were formed, what influences water quality, how to keep the watershed healthy, and so much more.

Two-hour tours run twice per day at 10 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. on June 26, July 10, July 18, July 24, July 31, August 14.

We are proud to offer the Discovery Boat program now completely free of charge! (Registration is still required.)

Pack a picnic and enjoy live local music at Pennsylvania Park during Crooked Tree Arts Center’s summer Concerts in the Park series, Wednesdays and Fridays from noon – 1 pm.

Join the Glen Lake Association's watershed biologists on a fun and educational hands-on tour of Glen Lake on our Discovery Boat (ages 8+). As you cruise along the water, you’ll learn how area lakes were formed, what influences water quality, how to keep the watershed healthy, and so much more.

Two-hour tours run twice per day at 10 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. on June 26, July 10, July 18, July 24, July 31, August 14.

We are proud to offer the Discovery Boat program now completely free of charge! (Registration is still required.)

Get ready to roll! TART Trails is thrilled to host the annual Tour de TART on Friday, July 17, 2026. This family-friendly ride promises an evening of fun, food, and fantastic views along the Leelanau Trail.

Ride the Leelanau Trail – Start at the Open Space Park and bike 16 scenic miles to North Park in Suttons Bay.

Fuel Up – Enjoy two tasty snack stops along the way.

Dine Bayside – Celebrate at the finish line with a delicious meal, a cash bar featuring local wine and microbrews, and great company.

Easy Return – Kick back on a relaxing bus ride back to Traverse City, while your bike is safely transported in a secure truck.

Start Time and Location: Riders can hit the trail anytime between 4 PM and 6:30 PM from the Open Space Park in downtown Traverse City.

Return Shuttle: Buses start rolling at 6 PM, with the last bus leaving at 9 PM sharp. Volunteers will keep an eye on your bike until you’re reunited back at the start. Each rider gets a numbered wristband to match their bike—no mix-ups, just smooth sailing.

This week-long event has contests for pros, amateurs, ladies and youth. Learn more and register at http://ludingtonoffshoreclassic.org

Flintfields Horse Park welcomes spectators for one of the season’s signature summer weekends during the $116,000 World Wide Technology CSI3* Grand Prix. This three-star event brings international riders to Traverse City alongside food, hospitality experiences, shopping, and open-air seating throughout the venue.

General admission proceeds this week support the Traverse City Philharmonic through the Traverse City Horse Shows Charity Ticket Program.

Competition begins Saturday, July 18 at 4 PM
Tickets available online or at the gate.
Details at: traversecityhorseshows.com/visit

This week-long event has contests for pros, amateurs, ladies and youth. Learn more and register at http://ludingtonoffshoreclassic.org

Join us for Outdoor Story Time! Outside the library, overlooking the beach. Please bring a blanket for your family to sit on.
These story times are geared toward pre-k to second graders and their caregivers, but fun for all who attend!

Rain site is the library’s lower level Community Room.

Pack a picnic and enjoy live local music at Pennsylvania Park during Crooked Tree Arts Center’s summer Concerts in the Park series, Wednesdays and Fridays from noon – 1 pm.

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.