Community Calendar

The Northport Arts Association is proud to present Shape, Form & Light, our 10-Year Anniversary Member Exhibit at the Village Arts Building (301 N. Mill St., Northport, MI).

The exhibit will run from October 6 - 31, gallery hours Tuesday through Sunday, 12–4 PM.

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.

Join us for a hands-on workshop designed to help artists prepare both themselves and their artwork for gallery opportunities. This session focuses on the practical foundations that support successful exhibitions and ongoing relationships with galleries.

This interactive session is ideal for artists who want to feel more confident and prepared when pursuing exhibition or sales opportunities. Attendees are encouraged to bring images or information about their work and will leave with practical tools, clearer next steps, and materials they can immediately apply to their practice.

Facilitator: Sheila Ruen
Sheila Ruen is an artist, educator, and consultant, currently teaching digital photography at NCMC in Petoskey and serving as a consultant to the Petoskey Public Art Commission.

Must register for event. Not a member - join at https://nwmiarts.org/members/become-a-member.html

Every Wednesday May 6th, 2026 - Oct 28th, 2026, Except the 3rd Wednesday of each month and July 29. Free lessons at 11:30am. Lunch (bring your own) and bridge talk at Noon. ACBL-sanctioned bridge game for $5.00 begins at 12:30pm.

For more details, contact Lou Slyker at 248-770-6152 or ljslyker@gmail.com

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

Free, peer-led mental health support groups: NAMI Family Support and NAMI Connection Group.

Both held Wednesdays, 12pm at Christ Church, 430 Fair St. (See website for zoom link)

With the November election approaching, the League of Women Voters of Leelanau County (LWVLC) will host a public forum focused on helping voters navigate the election with confidence.

“Time to Vote: What to Know, What to Trust, and What to Question” will provide voters with practical, nonpartisan information about the November ballot and the information they encounter during election season.

The forum will explain the two statewide ballot proposals currently headed for the November ballot: the constitutionally required question asking whether Michigan should convene a constitutional convention in 2027 and the Michiganders for Money Out of Politics initiative, which concerns campaign contributions and political communications.

The program will also address the growing challenge of disinformation—misleading or false information that can make it difficult for voters to know what to believe. Participants will learn practical ways to evaluate election information, recognize red flags, and identify reliable, reputable sources before sharing or acting on what they see online or hear from others.

The League's candidate forums and public programs are strictly nonpartisan. The League does not support or oppose candidates or political parties. Its voter education work empowers citizens with the information they need to participate fully in our democracy.

The forum is free and open to the public. All Leelanau County residents are encouraged to attend.

For more information about the League of Women Voters of Leelanau County and upcoming voter education programs, visit lwvleelanau.org (https://www.lwvleelanau.org/).

Free, peer-led mental health support: NAMI Connection Group. Held Wednesdays, 5pm Online (see website for zoom link) and at Child & Family Services, 3785 Veterans Dr.

Round up the family and head out to Coy Mountain, located at 9011 Valley St. in Alden, to enjoy a romp in the woods and reading a good book along the way.

The story is placed along a 1/2-mile portion of the trail, and trail is open daily from dawn to dusk.

The storybook for the month of October is “The Honeybee” by Kristen Hall. Sponsored by Alden District Library.

Led by Marivi Bryant, founder of HOME Agency, a people-first creative and strategy firm based in Traverse City, this workshop explores how arts organizations and artists can use storytelling and social media to inspire connection and drive fundraising. With experience helping mission-driven brands grow through authentic content and community engagement, Marivi will guide participants in identifying their unique stories, translating them into meaningful online communication, and using simple strategies to turn audiences into advocates and supporters.

Audience: Who is this for?
This session is designed for:
Artists
Organizations
Anyone wanting to up their social media game

About Level Up
Level Up is a professional development series for the arts & culture sector.

Must register for event. Not a member - join at https://nwmiarts.org/members/become-a-member.html