Community Calendar

What kind of conundrum does a landscape painter find herself in when the landscape changes? If it is threatened by development? If it is challenged by climate change? Three, well-known, Northern Michigan landscape painters will explore these questions during Trouble In Paradise: The Landscape Painter’s Conundrum, a panel discussion on October 4, 11 am at the Glen Arbor Arts Center.

Artists Margo Burian, Lori Feldpausch and Stephanie Schlatter have all come up against things that trouble and alter the landscape. Do they feel constrained by the expectation they can only create works that showcase the region’s natural beauty? What does it mean to be known as a landscape painter only to deviate from that topic into territory not as scenic? What does it mean to be a landscape painter when the landscape is under siege? Ignore it? Deny it? Make some noise? During the October 4 program, the artists will talk about these questions, as well as their thinking about using their work to take on political issues.

Pictured: Clouds Building, oil, Lori Feldpausch

Step into Ludington’s past and celebrate the rich lumber heritage that helped build our community during Ludington Lumber Days, a fall festival weekend packed with lumberjack-inspired fun, history, music, and adventure for all ages.

Paul DeLange, president of the Helena Township Historical Society and Alden Depot Museum will be presenting a pictorial history of the Tyler addition to the northern Alden area, circa 1900.

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

Come hang out with us for live music. We'll be serving wine, seasonal cocktails, cider, coffee, and tapas-style small plates to share. Bring your crew or show up solo — Dune Bird is that kind of place.

This is a free event — no reservation required. Seating is first come, first served.

Please check our social media for the most up-to-date event information.

This gentle movement practice brings peace and tranquility to your day and moves energy and circulation in the body, helping ease pain and strengthen our muscles, joints, bones and spirits.

Led by instructor Flora Biancalana, this class is very approachable for all experience and mobility levels. The class is done standing, or in a chair, and does not require any special equipment or ability.

Suggested Donation: $10/class

The Northern Michigan Small Farm Conference gathers full-time farmers, home-scale growers, and the farm-curious to explore growing practices, business skills, and community collaboration.

Join us for the 2026 conference in downtown Bellaire, which includes farm tours at Providence Organic Farm and Daybreak Dreamfarm, a screening of Farming While Black, a keynote from Rosebud Bear Schneider, and two days of sessions covering a wide array of topics.

Date: Monday, October 5, 2026
Time: 12:30 pm–4:30 pm
Registration Deadline: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Location: Glen Arbor Arts Center Classroom
(no oil media, maximum of 12 students)
Skill: Beginner to Intermediate

Celebrate Polish Heritage Month and discover the beauty of Wycinanki, the traditional Polish folk art of hand-cut paper design. In this fun and creative workshop, you’ll have the option to personalize one of the instructor’s samples—no two are ever alike—or design your own original composition. Using layers of colorful paper, scissors, and modern tools, you’ll explore the patterns, symmetry, and storytelling that define this time-honored art form. Along the way, you’ll learn key techniques and design principles, as well as a bit of the fascinating history and cultural significance behind Wycinanki. Whether your inspiration comes from nature, heritage, or imagination, your finished piece will be uniquely yours—ready to mat, frame, and proudly display. This hands-on experience blends tradition with creativity, offering a meaningful connection to Polish folk art and a fresh appreciation for the artistry of paper cutting.

Objective: Skill Development, Creativity Enhancement

Outcome: Creation of Artwork, 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)

The League of Women Voters – Grand Traverse Area will be hosting a candidate forum for the Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) board candidates.

This free event is presented to give candidates an opportunity to explain their qualifications for this public office, and how they would deal with the issues facing Traverse City Area Public Schools.

JoAnne Cook, a member of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians, will discuss the history and culture of the Anishinaabek, exploring how indigenous people in the Great Lakes region have been impacted by dramatic social, economic and environmental changes.