Community Calendar

The Robert Giles “Truth Matters” Author Series Presents "A Conversation with a Palestinian and Israeli Who Both Lost Family to War And Why They Believe Peace is the Only Answer." Presented in Partnership with the International Affairs Forum.

“If you must divide us, let it be as those who believe in peace and equality and those who don’t ... yet.” ~ The Future is Peace

Aziz Abu Sarah is Palestinian. Maoz Inon is an Israeli. Both have lost family to the conflict and have known the bitterness of righteous anger. The world expected them to be enemies, yet they chose a different path. They forged a bond of brotherhood.

In The Future Is Peace, co-authors Aziz and Maoz take readers on a transformative weeklong journey across a sacred and bloodstained land. Together, they discover the mythic, political, and personal history that divides but also binds them.

Guest host is Ed Ronco, IPR News Director

General Admission Ticket: $20
Ticket + Book Pickup: $47
Ticket + Book Shipped: $55
Student and Teacher Tickets: Free

No age restriction with a valid school ID, student and teacher tickets admit one person to the live event. Books are not included.

Group Tickets
For discounted rates on groups of 20 or more, please contact: hanna@nwstc.org

Daily specials are offered by participating restaurants! Don’t miss this opportunity to try something new at fantastic prices.

Visit the downtown website to view menu items.

In celebration of National Library Week, Benzonia Public Library will be helping to create an art installation to be displayed in the Michigan Legacy Art Park at Crystal Mountain Resort. Participants will decorate a single, wooden quilt square to be included in the installation.

This is a Free, Drop-In Event and will continue to be available through the end of April in the library.

Date: Monday, April 20, 2026
Time: 1:30 pm–3:00 pm
Registration Deadline: Thursday, April 16, 2026
Location: The Glen Arbor Arts Center Grounds
Skill: All Skill Levels

Join artist Jessica Kovan for an afternoon honoring Earth Day. This creative and reflective workshop will use art journaling as a tool to process emotions related to the earth and climate change. This workshop will provide a safe space for self-reflection and creative expression, helping participants connect with their emotions and explore ways to cope with climate anxiety.

Objective: Creativity Enhancement, Personal Growth

Outcome: Inspiration and Creativity

Free, peer-led mental health support groups:

*NAMI Family Support (Mondays at 6pm. Online and in-person at HBA, 3040 Sunset Ln. See website for zoom link.)

*NAMI Connection Group (Mondays at 6pm. Online, see website for zoom link)

Sign-up is now occurring for this ten-week course that is being held at Helena Township Community Center in Alden, on Tuesdays, 10am-12pm, beginning May 5th.

Cost: $10 for book and $5 suggested donation per lesson.

Come, have fun, and meet some bridge players!

Lessons, taught by Judy Kuiper, an ACBL Best Practices certified bridge teacher.

To sign up, contact Judy at judykuiper72@gmail.com or 616-581-4668.

Sponsored by Alden District Library and the Antrim County Bridge Club.

This artisans’ group has been creating art and contributing to the community for over 40 years. Newcomers are always welcome!

For more info, email taartisansguild@gmail.com.

Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

Daily specials are offered by participating restaurants! Don’t miss this opportunity to try something new at fantastic prices.

Visit the downtown website to view menu items.

People of all skill levels, including beginners are invited to play.

Free Event.

Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

People of all skill levels, including beginners, are welcome! For more info, contact Sue Archer at 231-944-0013.

Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center & Library, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.