Community Calendar

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.

Learn to mend worn-out jeans with the beautiful art of Sashiko embroidery! This Japanese fiber art uses simple running stitches to strengthen fraying fabrics and turn old clothing into unique new looks. Unique geometric patterns make Sashiko not only eco-friendly, but fashionable too-- making it perfect for an upcycled Earth Day project!

This program will be taught by special guest Katie Asher, owner of Slip Vintage and fashion-savvy member of the Traverse City community!

To participate, just bring old jeans or other denim items. We'll provide all other materials.

Join us for Queer Tales Book Club where we chat about books that are by and/or about LGBTQIA+ people. Reading is not required, and everyone is welcome.

We meet on the third Tuesday of the month at 7pm in the Nelson Room.

For April, we're reading Night Sky with Exit Wounds by Ocean Vuong. You can read the audiobook and eBook on Hoopla.