Community Calendar

The Comedy Mixtape is Full Tilt Comedy's monthly comedy variety show. In addition to our speciality (improv) enjoy sketch, stand up, storytelling, parody songs, and more!

Honor cover, ages 16+.

In its 15th Anniversary Season, the Traverse City Dance Project returns with a vibrant six stop summer tour celebrating dance and live music, featuring seven professional dancers from across the country.

Highlights include a new dance work by Jennifer Lott, with music composed by Charlie Millard and performed live by the Charlie Millard Band; NYC-based tap artist Madison Hilligoss; and a premiere by Artistic Director Brent Whitney, followed by a Q&A with the artists.

Join us at Short's Brewing Company Beer Garden in Bellaire, MI, for this FREE event. Live music begins at 6:30 PM with the Charlie Millard Band, and the performance starts at 7:30 PM. We’re committed to accessibility—please let us know in advance if you need any accommodations.

Performance Sponsors are Crosshatch Center for Art and Ecology & Short's Brewing Company.

Date: July 27, 28, and 31, 2026
Time: 9 am–11:30 am
Registration Deadline: Thursday, July 23, 2026
Location: Thoreson Farm
Ages: 7–12

The Clay Cubs camp immerses young artists in various clay hand-building techniques while discovering how exciting creating in a real ceramic studio can be. It’s the perfect fit for the camper who likes to get messy and investigate the ceramic medium in depth. All projects are glazed and kiln-fired and will be ready for pickup in 2–3 weeks. The instructor can also make arrangements for shipping projects for a shipping fee. Join us for one session or all summer!

NOTE: Finished pieces are normally ready for pick up within 2–4 weeks.

Objective: Skill Development, Creativity Enhancement

Outcome: Inspiration and Creativity, Development of Personal Style

Dates: July 27, 28, and 31, 2026
Time: 9 am–11:30 am
Registration Deadline: Thursday, July 23, 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

Weekly meeting for men with disabilities with new activities every week! Join to build community and meet with like-minded individuals at the Disability Network Northern Michigan.

Weekly meeting for women with disabilities with new activities every week! Join to build community and meet with like-minded individuals at the Disability Network Northern Michigan. Also available on Zoom from 11AM-12PM.

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 July 27, 28, and 31, 2026
Time: 1 pm–4 pm
Registration Deadline: Thursday, July 23, 2026
Location: Thoreson Farm
Skill: Intermediate to advanced

Take your throwing skills to the next level. Learn the techniques for throwing taller and narrowing the necks of pots to create more graceful, functional forms. Produce more refined shapes by balancing the elements of your work. Demos and examples of other potters’ work will be used to inform and inspire your studio work.

NOTE: Finished pieces are normally ready for pick up within 2-4 weeks.

Objective: Skill Development, Creativity Enhancement

Outcome: Improved Technique, Creation of Artwork

Come have fun with us at French Valley! Enjoy live music, locally crafted drinks, kid-friendly options, and tasty snacks for the whole family.

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)