Community Calendar

HEART OF A TREE, SOUL OF A STORM
OPENING RECEPTION: September 25 from 5-7pm

Creative works rooted in a fallen tree and shaped by the 2025 ice storm that changed the landscape.

​​​In the early morning hours of March 29–30, 2025, a beloved 150+year-old, 70-foot-tall Basswood tree fell during a devastating ice storm. Located at Bier Art Gallery and Pottery Studio, just south of Charlevoix in Norwood Township, the tree was a natural landmark—towering, graceful, and deeply rooted in the community.

Charlevoix Circle of Arts invited artists to honor this fallen icon and the ice storm that changed the landscape through works of art. This juried show will feature artwork created directly from the Basswood tree itself, as well as works inspired by the March 2025 ice storm.

​Recognition will be given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place works as part of the exhibit.

Exhibit will be open during regular business hours:
Monday - Friday 11am to 4pm
Saturdays 11am to 3pm

Wash your cares away with this musical play full of country favorites from Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, Carrie Underwood and more as two laundresses of life join forces to turn their good ol’ laundromat into a bootscootin’ honky-tonk and exact a touch of revenge against those that done ‘em wrong. Presented by Old Town Playhouse at Milliken Auditorium.

Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.

Your health and safety are our top priorities. We will continue to closely monitor CDC, state and local guidelines to ensure Walk events adhere to the latest recommendations.

While there is no fee to register for Walk, all participants are encouraged to raise critical funds that allow the Alzheimer’s Association to provide 24/7 care and support and advance research toward methods of prevention, treatment and, ultimately, a cure.

Port City Run - Run, walk, bike, bring your stroller or your four-legged friend — the Port City Run is for everyone!

Saturday, October 10 | 9:00 AM
Open Space Park, Downtown Frankfort
Registration is $29 – You can sign up at runsignup.com/Race/MI/Frankfort/PortCityRun.

Frankfort Fall Festival
Saturday, October 10 | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Open Space Park, Downtown Frankfort

Once the runners cross the finish line, Open Space Park becomes one giant fall party! The Craft Fair and the Frankfort Farmers Market fill the park with local makers and growers. The Parade and Mutt March bring out the town's best-dressed pups, along with everyone's favorite, the Scottville Clown Band!

Get the full event schedule, sign-up links, and more at frankfortdowntown.com/fall-fest

The Oliver Art Center's annual Juried Exhibition showcases the best work of regional artists in all media. Visitors will find paintings, photography, sculpture, fiber art and more.

The reception on Saturday, October 10th, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM, is free and open to the public.

Exhibit open during normal business hours:
Monday – Saturday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Sunday – Noon to 4:00 pm

Shop the Friends of PCL Art Sale where local artisans offer their work for you and gifting!

Head to The Village at Grand Traverse Commons and shop local on our historic front lawn! Browse 100+ Michigan vendors offering art, jewelry, crafts, food and more.

This is a free event and great for all ages.

Miss Lona will be reading stories with a Spider theme and making a simple craft.

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

Step back in time at the 1842 Dougherty Mission House built by Chief Agosa, the Odawa and Ojibwe people and Rev. Peter Dougherty. Explore life from 1842 to 1917 through the house, outbuildings and demonstration garden.

See unusual pure American chestnut trees. Docent led tours Wednesdays through Saturdays, 11am to 4pm. Discover the Mission House that gave Old Mission Peninsula its name.

Tours:
Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Admission: $5 adults
(12 and under free)

Fun family event. Live music all day. Food vendors. Craft vendors. Face painting, juggler, caricature artist. No charge for entry.