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Come on out to help plant native plugs at GTRLC’s Mitchell Creek Meadows Nature Preserve! Volunteers will learn about and take an active part in the Conservancy’s ongoing habitat restoration projects by assisting with planting plugs grown in our very own greenhouse. Species planted will include flowering plants and grasses.

GTRLC will supply tools and gloves. We will teach you everything you need to know about how to properly handle and plant plugs in the ground. No prior experience is necessary! This is a moderately light, family-friendly activity, though volunteers should be prepared for digging and kneeling. Bathrooms and drinking water are both available on site.

Volunteers will be:
Learning about our ongoing restoration and greenhouse projects
Digging and dibble bar usage
Removing and handling native plugs from their containers

Meet at Mitchell Creek Meadows Nature Preserve by the greenhouse/workshop area.

September 27 & 28, 2025 -Saturday 10:00AM - 5:00PM -Sunday 11:00AM - 4:00PM
Cherryland VFW Post 2780 3400 Veterans Drive, Traverse City, MI (look for Army tank)

Special Area & Activities for young rockhounds - Lapidary arts, jewelry, gems, fossils & minerals
Vendors, displays, prize drawings & more!

Family fun for everyone!

Entry donation: $3.00 - Children under 12 with adult: FREE

A fun, creative way for parents and their children to connect and learn dance together.

In this weekly class, you will discover the joys of expressing yourself through dance with your child. Designed to be both exciting and educational, these classes help in the development of your child's gross motor skills, coordination, balance, and love for music and dance.

Inside a natural-light-filled studio with stunning views of the waterfront, a world-class Interlochen dance instructor will guide you as you strengthen your bond with your child. Each week, you will experience a warm, supportive environment that encourages self-expression and social interaction. Special focus will be placed on rhythm and moving your bodies to the beat of different types of music.

Free Family Friendly Event!

Come meet the alpacas - feed, pet, and get great photos.
Noah's ARC animal rescue will be at the farm with some of their animals.

All donations and percentage of proceeds of the day will go to support this wonderful rescue group.

Rennie Orchards will be here with apples and pumpkins available!

REGISTER BY: September 25
With photographer Colin Morris!

We’ll be looking at tools and strategies to target and refine our photo editing skills for a polished image.

The first segment will focus on Lightroom Classic. After a brief discussion of exposure adjustments we will look at masking tools in detail and discuss several powerful applications for these. Finally we will look at how Lightroom’s intuitive and non destructive workflow can save a lot of time without compromising quality.

In our second segment we will take our images into Photoshop to further refine our masking capabilities. This will begin with a brief discussion of why one might choose to mask in one program or the other. We will discuss the relationship between masking and selection and ways to use both for local edits. We’ll look at some of the most useful selection tools to quickly tackle complex subjects. This will include strategies for selecting subjects with soft edges (or no edges at all). We’ll also thoroughly examine how the select and mask panel can successfully process tricky elements like hair, fiber, and foliage: an essential skill to have in your editing toolbox

Afterward I’ll look at projects you bring in for trouble shooting and give pointers about how to apply course concepts.

A general understanding of the Lightroom classic and Photoshop workspace will he helpful to get the most out of this course. The content, however is relevant for all levels of editors. If you currently use Lightroom Classic or Photoshop exclusively, I think this course will make a compelling case to incorporate both to utilize their unique benefits.

We will have a short break in between for questions and lunch.

Individuals of all levels are welcome: Beginners to Experienced!

Learn diverse dance styles and make new friends in a warm and welcoming environment. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an advanced dancer, everyone is invited to join the fun.

Designed for dancers of all ages and skill levels, our Social Dance Classes offer an opportunity to learn new dance styles and enjoy the camaraderie of other dance enthusiasts. Each week, you’ll explore a different dance genre such as salsa, waltz, swing, or tango. Under the guidance of one of Interlochen’s skilled instructors, you’ll learn the steps and techniques—all while connecting with others and gaining confidence on the floor.

The classes emphasize the joy of moving to the music, sharing laughs, and creating memorable moments. Come dance with us and experience the delight of social dancing.

A playful contrast in scale, monumental paintings meet intricate miniatures.

All exhibits are free and open to the public!  Groups Welcome. 

Gallery & Gift Shop Hours:  M-F 11am-4pm, Sat 11am-3pm.

Create your own journal. Materials provided. RSVP.

Experience a spectacular evening of dance courtesy of the Interlochen Arts Academy Dance Division. Enjoy a wide variety of classical and contemporary dance works including ballet excerpts, modern masterpieces, and student- and faculty-choreographed works.

The riotous live musical comedy is based on the hit 1992 film! When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won't be found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid traditions of the church and uptight Mother Superior. Using her sense of humor, disco dance moves, and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. The chase is on as Deloris begins to understand the power of her newly found sisterhood.