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Every year the Conservancy sends out appeals for support to further our mission of protecting land, and every year we are overwhelmed with gratitude for the generosity of our donors. We have found that spending time writing simple yet personal “thank you” notes for our donors is a fantastic way to share our appreciation.

GTRLC will provide all materials for writing “thank you” notes, but please feel free to bring your own writing utensil if you prefer.

Directions: Please meet us at the Conservation Center at Mitchell Creek Meadows Nature Preserve. Park in any designated space and come in the front entrance. We’ll meet you there and put you to work!

Book Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm

Join us for a workshop that makes social media simple—and maybe even enjoyable—for artists like you. We'll delve into easy, time-saving strategies to authentically showcase your art without feeling "salesy." Learn how to create posts that reflect your unique style, talk about your work effortlessly, and attract the right audience, all while keeping the focus on what you love most: making art.

Cost
Network Members: Free - Not yet a member. Join now for only $25 Non-Members: $150 per individual

Facilitator: Raquel Lauren Furman
Raquel Lauren Furman is a social media strategist and founder of Vignette Brand Studio where she helps small businesses create content that captivates and converts. With a decade of experience in the agency world and award-winning work for national and international brands, Raquel blends her fine art photography background with strategic marketing expertise. Her studio specializes in crafting tailored social media strategies, building cohesive brand ecosystems, and delivering visuals that amplify engagement. Known for her innovative approach, Raquel empowers clients to navigate the digital landscape with confidence, turning marketing challenges into opportunities for connection and growth.

Audience: Who is this for?
This session is designed for: Artists / Independent Creatives

Details
Registration is required

Join as a member and attend Level Up Workshops as part of your membership.

https://nwmiarts.org/members/become-a-member.html

The Suttons Bay Farmers Market is held every Saturday morning from 9 AM – 1 PM.

For the 2025 season, we will be at our established location on St. Joseph St. at the north end of the village. Located on the east side of the intersection of M22 and M204 (between Concord St. and Race St.)

Market Dates of Operation: May 24 – October 18, 2025

Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
Time: 12:30 pm–3:30 pm
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Location: Glen Arbor Arts Center Classroom

If you have ever thought about “painting” with paper, this class is for you. If you are a painter and want to try something different, this class is for you. If you think you are not an artist, this class is for you. If you simply love paper, this class is for you.

Using book pages, sheet music, maps, business envelopes, and other found paper ephemera, participants will create visually interesting compositions with simple collage techniques. This fast-paced workshop will explore the textural qualities and colors of found papers and hone skills in composition, cutting, layout, gluing, and finishing.

Over the past twenty years, Michigan-based Davis has honed an impressive range of skills – songwriter, bandleader, guitarist, and vocalist among them – in the most honest possible fashion: night after night, song after song, show after show Davis simply delivered every performance as though his life depended on it. Investing himself in the American musical diaspora, he has explored the common thread connecting folk, blues, jazz, ragtime, and country forms – discovering his personal perspective as a composer in the process.

“The music that moves me is imperfect, honest and raw.” Joshua explains, “Those qualities are what turned me on to Delta blues, to punk rock, to old soul, and traditional music from all over the globe. It’s all about feel. It’s ragged but right.” His versatility and ravenous musical curiosity has resulted in a divergent and fervent output.

“My sound is rooted in the folk tradition,” Davis explains, “but it’s not folk music. Terms like Americana, roots rock, and heartland rock come up, but there’s so much more to it than that. I’m not a purist: I play with that American folk lineage, I play with those metaphors.”

Joshua’s authenticity plucks all of the right heartstrings, soars on the updrafts, and plumbs the depths of the human experience. “I love playing solo shows. It allows me the freedom to dig deep into my songs and really be in the moment with the audience.”

This artisans group has been creating art and contributing to the community for over 40 years. Newcomer's are always welcome!

For more info, email taartisansguild@gmail.com Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

People of all skill levels are invited to play.

Free Event.

Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

People of all skill levels, including beginners, are welcome! For more info, contact Sue Archer at 231-944-0013.

Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center & Library, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

The Mel Larimer Concert Series proudly presents VOCES8, the world’s top-streaming classical vocal group. They will sing at Traverse City's Mission Hill Church on Tuesday, October 21st, 2025 at 7:30pm.

All seating will be General Admission. Doors open at 6:30PM.

Tickets may be purchased via MyNorthTickets https://share.google/0mPdRa3uB1UXwH45Y