Community Calendar

Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Time: 10:00 am–4:00 pm
Registration Deadline: Sunday, May 10, 2026
Location: Glen Arbor Arts Center Classroom
Skill: All Skill Levels

Create and design vibrant, personalized postcards in this hands-on printmaking class! Explore the exciting blend of monotype backgrounds, linocut carving, and various printmaking techniques. You’ll begin by learning how to carve and print linocut designs, experimenting with textures, transfer drawing methods, and stencils. Then, the fun continues as you cut, layer, and arrange your prints into bold, striking compositions on 5×7 papers. Whether you enjoy working abstractly, realistically, or with a mix of styles, you’ll receive guidance to create strong compositions and polished craftsmanship. By the end of the class, you’ll leave with three unique 5×7 postcard-sized creations!

Objective: Skill Development, Creativity Enhancement
Outcome: Improved Technique, Inspiration and Creativity

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)

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.

Join us for the 2026 Northwest Michigan Arts & Culture Summit: Against the Current.

On May 14–15 in downtown Traverse City, creatives from across the region will gather for two days of connection, learning, and shared momentum. In a culture driven by productivity and profit, the arts move differently, traveling upstream to protect what is human, inclusive, and deeply rooted in community.

Through inspiring keynote sessions, practical workshops for arts workers, live performances, hands-on experiences, and structured opportunities to build real relationships, you will find meaningful exchange across disciplines and counties.

Register today for a meaningful experience with others like you from our creative community.

REGISTER BY: May 13th
CLASS FEE: FREE! ​
FORMAT: in-person

As the artist in residence at Good Hart Artist Residency this May, JANHAVI KHEMKA will share her artistic journey, inspirations, and personal experiences. She will discuss how she has adapted to communicate with the world as an artist who is deaf and showcase her work independently. This presentation will offer a unique glimpse into her creative process and how she’s overcome challenges to share her art with others.

Janhavi will then guide participants in creating unique textures using wood objects, resulting in dynamic prints without the need for a press machine. Enjoy complimentary food and beverages while you unleash your creativity!

Space is limited, Pre-Register to secure your spot.

Please note: the workshop is located in our lower level art studio accessible by stairs only.

Appropriate for ages 15 and up.

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Join The Kingsley Folk School at Kingsley Branch Library for a relaxed, no-prep storytelling community circle. Inspired by NPR’s The Moth, the Everyone Has a Story series invites you to simply show up and share—no scripts, no pressure. Just real moments from your life, told in the moment.

Together, we’ll listen, laugh, reflect, and connect with neighbors through the power of spontaneous storytelling.

Participants are welcome to speak for up to 5 minutes, or simply come to enjoy the stories and the sense of community.

This gathering happens on the second Thursday of every month from 5:30–7:00 p.m. at the Kingsley Branch Library.

Event is free and open to all, with no registration required.

For more information or to request reasonable accommodations, please call the Library at 231-263-5484 or follow us on Facebook.

Internationally acclaimed fingerstyle guitarist Richard Gilewitz will appear live on The Platform at the Chalfonte Theatre on Thursday, May 14, 2026, as part of his album release tour supporting his tenth studio recording, GILEWITZ. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., with the performance beginning at 7:00 p.m., featuring two 45-minute sets.

Tickets for the Elk Rapids performance are $25 general admission, $20 for Elk Rapids Cinema members, and $12.50 for youth ages 18 and under.

Mystery unfolds at Magnolia Place Assisted Living when four sassy seniors try to outsmart an evil nurse. Why are residents moving to "the dark side," what IS that mysterious pill, and what happened to Doctor Head? As the Senior Citizen Pageant and a chance to cruise the Caribbean approach, hilarity ensues for these golden gals as they piece together clues.

Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Time: 9:30 am–3:30 pm
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Location: Glen Arbor Arts Classroom
Skill: Beginner to Intermediate

Whether this is your first time dabbling with watercolor or you’re a curious intermediate, this one-day overview of watercolor offers a strong foundation for building your own studio practice. Together, we’ll look at an array of watercolor artists and their unique styles. Learn about paint brands, brushes, and papers. Practice color mixing and techniques for achieving texture and layers. Then you’ll be guided through an abstract landscape exercise to practice your skills and explore techniques. Expect plenty of demos and guidance that will help you understand watercolor to create beautiful works of art.

Objective: Skill Development, Creativity Enhancement

Outcome: Improved Technique, Creation of Artwork

Join Brad Von Blon for a meander through the Offield Family Working Forest Reserve to enjoy spring wildflowers.

For more information about upcoming Little Traverse Conservancy events, click here.