Community Calendar

Hear IPR Classical Host Kevin LaRose and his wife, Sierra LaRose, perform live at Martha's Leelanau Table as part of the restaurant's summer music series.

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The popular Gold Coast Artisan Fair takes place annually at Rotary Park in Ludington, with over 170 arts & crafts displays for browsing and shopping.

Take part in a vibrant participatory artistic experience every second Sunday of the month! From flower arranging and printmaking to painting and weaving, each session offers a unique and creative activity. Second Sunday Art Projects are included with museum admission. Please pay admission when you arrive.

Second Sundays are made possible with support from the Linda O'Meara Fund for Arts Education.

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Join us to hear the story of three young orphaned brothers from New York who followed their older sister to Adrian, Michigan in 1867. With no plans for the future, they sold sewing machines and other household items to earn money. In 1879 they changed their focus and founded the music house, moved to Detroit, and eventually opened 43 branch stores in Michigan, Ohio, and Windsor, Ontario. By the 1950s, the Grinnell Brothers Music House was the largest music company in the world!

Come hang out with us Sunday, August 9th from 4–6 PM for live music at Dune Bird Winery.

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.

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Laughter is alive at Full Tilt Comedy's Comedy Lab! Come see what our students are working on at this experimental monthly show. Improv, stand up, new teams, new formats... anything goes!

Dates: August 10, 11, and 14, 2026
Time: 9 am–11:30 am
Registration Deadline: Thursday, July 30, 2026
Location: GAAC Classroom
Ages: 6–12

The Art Rangers camp is the perfect choice for the young artist who wants to explore a variety of media in a supportive, engaging environment. Paint, draw, sculpt, and print each week with exciting new projects. Campers will leave with an overflowing portfolio that will inspire continued curiosity. Join us for one session or all summer!

Objective: Skill Development, Creativity Enhancement

Outcome: Creation of Artwork, Inspiration and Creativity

In memory of Joe and Jane Muer, this giant community collage with over 200 canvases, created by local artists, is on display beginning June 6th. Each piece is priced at $40.00 with all proceeds benefiting programming at the Oliver Art Center.

Summer Hours:
June 1 – September 30:
Monday – Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday 12:00pm – 4:00pm

Date: M/T/F August 10, 11, and 14, 2026
Time: 1 pm–4 pm
Registration Deadline: Thursday, August 6, 2026
Location: Thoreson Farm
Skill: Intermediate to Advanced

Learn to throw pots with lids and perfect your handle-making skills. In this class, we will learn to throw small lids off the hump and practice several handle techniques.

Objective: Skill Development, Creativity Enhancement

Outcome: Improved Technique, Creation of Artwork