Community Calendar

Skip the big box stores and shop local this season! Discover one-of-a-kind art and gifts from Michigan artists at Crooked Tree Arts Center’s Holiday Art Market—where creativity meets holiday spirit.

From November 8 thru December 13, enjoy our indoor art market, holiday workshops, and two weekends of pop-up artist booths!

HOURS
Tuesday - Friday | 11am - 5pm
Saturday | 10am - 4pm

Deck the halls with local flair! Find unique handmade gifts from regional artists showcasing a variety of ready-to-gift handmade items, holiday cards, ornaments, accessories and more.

Oliver Art Center is closed on Mondays and also on November 27th and 28th.

Market hours are Tuesday - Saturday from 10am-4pm

Miss Bri will be reading stories with a Holiday-Christmas theme and doing a simple craft with the kids.

This program will be held in the library located at 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

Brunch, music, games, cookie decorating, ornament craft and mini photo sessions with Santa!

JOIN US FOR THIS FREE HOLIDAY EVENT!
It is great for kids grades kindergarten to 5th.

WHEN:
Saturday, December 13th at 10am
This interactive educational program uses the book, “The Christmas Tree Ship” by Jeanette Winter to explore this Great Lakes story.

PARTICIPANTS WILL:
– Listen to a reading of “The Christmas Tree Ship”
– Engage in actual historical research of the schooner ROUSE SIMMONS including newspaper reports, enrollment documents, historic photos, and underwater footage
– Create a holiday ornament to take home
The Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center exhibits will be open. Save some time to explore the life-size schooner replica, discovery cart, scuba tubes, and check out the special viewing of Stranger in the Woods (25 min, rated G) playing in the theater all day. Free popcorn and hot chocolate available!

If you have questions call 989.884.6200 or email friends@thunderbayfriends.org
*event subject to change
*historical photo caption and credit: “Captain Santa” and two crewmen on the deck of the ROUSE SIMMONS, from the Wisconsin Historical Society

Cookie sale hosted by Old Mission Women's Club and PCL ornament sale hosted by Friends of PCL.

Make your own needle felted holiday ornament!

Each participant will take home their unique ornament. All skill levels are welcome, no knowledge required.

All materials will be supplied.

This free program is geared towards adults and adult/child duos. Great for a caregiver/child activity!

Space is limited and registration is required. Please email information@sbbdl.org to reserve your spot.

This program will be held in the library’s lower level Community Room.

Charlevoix Circle of Arts invites the community to celebrate the season at its annual Charlevoix Circle mARkeT, running November 14 through December 30, 2025. This festive holiday marketplace features an inspiring array of handmade goods, original artwork, and locally produced specialty treats, all created by talented Michigan artisans.

The mARkeT opens with a reception on Friday, November 14, from 5–7 p.m., featuring complimentary refreshments and the first opportunity to shop the beautifully curated selection of locally made items.

Each year, the Circle’s gallery transforms into a winter wonderland of creativity, offering unique gifts for everyone on your list—and maybe a little something for yourself. Shoppers will find handcrafted jewelry, pottery, textiles, fine art, ornaments, candles, cards, and more, all made with care by local artists, crafters, and makers.

This exhibit is made possible thanks to the generous sponsorship support of Charlevoix State Bank, whose commitment helps bring this beloved community tradition to life.

Charlevoix Circle of Arts, located at 109 Clinton Street in downtown Charlevoix, is open Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information about the Charlevoix Circle mARkeT or upcoming exhibits and events, please call (231) 547-3554 or visit www.charlevoixcircle.org.

Shady Lane Cellars is once again transforming its Suttons Bay estate into a festive winter escape. Now loading: Wine Wonderland returns from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2025, to 9580 Shady Lane in Suttons Bay, Mich.

Guests of all ages are welcome to experience the wintry magic at the vineyard. Wine Wonderland brings out the best of the season. It’s a chance to sip mulled wine or craft a perfect mug of Hot Chocolate by a cozy fire. Warm up in an igloo. Take in live music or try your hand at candle making.

Setting the scene, Jazz Guitarist Randy Reszka will perform live from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Guitarist Chris Smith will follow from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Guests can enjoy Shady Lane Cellars’ award-winning estate wines in the tasting room or sample seasonal treats at the Hot Chocolate Bar and outdoor S’mores Station.

Those looking to get creative can join a Candle-Making Workshop with Local Candle Co. from noon to 2 p.m. inside the historic farmhouse. The hands-on workshop costs $60 and includes a glass of wine. This portion of the event is ticketed and includes all materials needed to make and take your own custom candle — the perfect holiday gift!

Those looking to hit the trails on the property are welcome to do so. Should enough snow fall prior to the event, Suttons Bay Bikes will provide convenient snowshoe rentals beginning at 2 p.m.

As always, the rest of Wine Wonderland is a free event. As it falls in the middle of the Giving Season, guests are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy to benefit Toys for Tots of Northwest Michigan, serving Leelanau County. Each donation supports a local child in need.

A day of fun and creative holiday crafts for all ages at the Oliver Art Center. All supplies will be provided to make ornaments, holiday cards, beeswax candles, printmaking, paper crafts and more.

Mrs. Claus and her elves will be in attendance to spread holiday cheer!