Community Calendar

Event Theme: Echo

Join us for a special edition of Dead Poets Society, celebrating sound, harmonics and frequency!

Details:
Date: Nov. 8th and Every 2nd Saturday of the Month
Location: Blessed Be Tea and Apothecary
Time: 6PM - 7 PM

Suggested Donation: $5-$10 (Donations help keep our community events going, but they are not required to attend.)

Upon arrival, we will gather in a circle and take turns reading poetry in a round-robin style. Poetry may come from poets dead or alive, and our favorites are your own original works! Participation is encouraged but not mandatory—you’re welcome to pass if you don’t have a poem to share. However, it’s always more fun to join in!

Dead Poets Society is a community-based, open-mic style poetry reading event. At Blessed Be, we believe in the power of words and the importance of creating a sacred space for expression. While our group focuses on poetry, we also welcome writers, musicians, and all performance artists to share both mainstream and original works.

Important Note: This event is not specifically geared for children. We ask that parents use discretion when bringing kids, as poetry can sometimes touch on sensitive topics. The event is recommended for ages 15 and up.

What to Expect: Led by Allie Robinson-Ollila, this gathering forms organically, and all are welcome! Walk-ins and tag-a-long friends are always welcome.

Come and be part of our poetic community, where words come alive and everyone’s voice is heard!

Local favorites May Erlewine and Little Dipper join together to bring you a night of country music to dance and sing along to, hosted by the historic Old Art Building. Reprising songs from the best eras of the genre, folks oughta be two-steppin’, line dancin’, and boot-scootin’ all night long. Whether you're there to dance or just sit back and listen, the room will be filled with high energy and classic twang. Adding to the magic, May Erlewine brings back the moniker that she rode in on as Daisy May, blending her soulful presence with the timeless sound of country’s most danceable classics. A night of music, movement, and community you won’t want to miss!

Beginner Workshop at 7pm, Dances from 7:30 - 10:30pm. Live music by Dag Nabbitt and dances called by Pat Reeser.

No partner or experience necessary.

$10-$20/person sliding scale donations appreciated.

Bring a snack to share if desired. Hope to see you there!

Local Scouts Flip for a Cause at Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser

Join Pack 36 and Troop 36 for a hearty, community-driven Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, November 9th, from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the Cherryland VFW, located at 3400 Veterans Drive, Traverse City.

For just $10 per adult and $7 children 12 and under, guests can enjoy a warm and delicious pancake breakfast while supporting the ongoing activities and adventures of local Cub Scouts and Scouts.

Funds raised will directly benefit Pack 36 and Troop 36, helping cover costs for camping, service projects, advancement programs, and other enriching opportunities.

“This breakfast is more than just pancakes — it’s a chance to support character-building and leadership development for the youth in our community,” said a Jordan Narmore of Pack 36.

The whole community is invited — bring your family, friends, and appetite!
 
EVENT DETAILS:
📅 Date: Saturday, November 9, 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Location: Cherryland VFW, 3400 Veterans Drive, Traverse City, MI
💵 Cost: $10 per adult Children under 12, $7
🎯 Hosted by: Pack 36 and Troop 36
📞 Contact: 36trooptc@gmail.com
 

Second Sunday Art Project
September 14 — December 14 | 1 - 3:00 PM
Please pay museum admission upon arrival

Come to the museum and take part in a vibrant participatory artistic experience every second Sunday of the month! From printmaking to painting and weaving, each session offers a unique and creative activity. Second Sundays are supported by the Linda O'Meara Fund for Arts Education. Second Sunday Art Projects are included with museum admission. Please pay admission when you arrive.

This experimental comedy show has a laid-back vibe. Stand-ups test new material, improvisers play with fresh forms, and the unexpected takes center stage. You might catch a sketch, a short play, or even a mini game show.

Grab a drink, bring some friends, and settle in for a night of surprises and laughter at Comedy Lab.

2nd Sunday of Every Month.
Ages 14 & up.
$10 Suggested Honor Cover.

Come visit Alden District Library and see Debbie Northrup’s unique up-north pottery.

The display can be viewed during normal library hours:
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 9:30a-5p
Tue 9:30a-6p
Sat 9:30a-2p.

The library is located at 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

Free Event.

At a later date, a video of the display can be viewed on the library's website, aldenlib.info and look for "On Display" link at left. Sponsored by Alden District Library.

The Oliver Art Center’s upcoming exhibition explores the elements as they inspire artists’ work in a variety of media.

The exhibit showcases the work of Michigan artists who employ oils, wax, printmaking, ceramics and other materials to interpret the effect of elemental properties on the world around us through paintings, photography, ceramics and sculpture.

Exhibit Hours:
Sunday 12:00-4:00
Monday - Thursday 10:00-4:00

Fifty years ago, the Edmund Fitzgerald was lost on Lake Superior — a story forever remembered through the music of Gordon Lightfoot.

Join us at Kingsley Branch Library on Monday, November 10th, from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m., for a special tribute with folk duo Jackie Davidson and Gary Brandt. Experience the songs and stories that honor the ship, the legend, and the era of timeless folk music.

This event is free and open to the public. For more information and requests for reasonable accommodations, please call the Kingsley Branch Library at 231-263-5484 or follow us on Facebook.

Shipwreck expert Ross Richardson helps honor those lost in a Lake Superior storm 50 years ago today. We will end the program with the famous ballad.