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Meet the author of In Defense of Good Women, local author Marilyn J. Zimmerman, at Horizon Books on Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. She will give a short talk and sign her debut novel, praised by Kirkus Reviews as “A sharp, empathetic, and completely readable thriller.”

This fall, jumpstart your creativity in a workshop designed for artists and writers in all disciplines. From exploring our artistic family trees and map-making current projects to taking in the natural beauty and inspiration of Leelanau County to discussions of visionary texts from choreographer/dancer Twyla Tharp, painter/sculptor Audrey Flack, sculptor Anne Truitt, writer Annie Dillard, printmaker/teacher Sister Corita Kent, music producer Rick Rubin, and many more, this class will energize your curiosity and creativity. Share what you know and learn something new — inspire and be inspired—in this autumn reset.
Skill Level

All
Objective

Creativity Enhancement, Personal Growth
Outcome

Inspiration and Creativity, Building of Community

Demo Rinpoche is the resident Buddhist teacher at Jewelheart Mediation Center in Ann Arbor MI. He will be visiting Traverse city and is offering a free public talk on Buddhist meditation and mindfulness for these difficult times.

We are kicking off the cozy season with our 2nd Annual Fall Fling at Stormcloud Parkview Taproom!

Join us on Saturday, September 20, in Frankfort, for a cold brew and some dynamic tunes from Jake Allen. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet up with the Groundwork community and learn more about our programs.

The event is FREE but we are asking for RSVPs (each one gets you a cold drink on the house), so register early at the link: https://bit.ly/2025FallFling.

The riotous live musical comedy is based on the hit 1992 film! When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won't be found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid traditions of the church and uptight Mother Superior. Using her sense of humor, disco dance moves, and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. The chase is on as Deloris begins to understand the power of her newly found sisterhood.

The final Saturday of Traverse City Horse Shows’ 2025 season features a special Farm to Stable dinner supporting the Great Lakes Culinary Institute Scholarship Fund. Guests will enjoy a walk-around wine tasting, passed hors d’oeuvres, and a three-course dinner prepared by top regional chefs alongside GLCI students.

Tickets are $150 and include dinner and wine tasting. Additional wine will be available for purchase to benefit the fund.

For more information and reservations, visit:
app.gopassage.com/events/farm-to-stable-GLCI

The Fall 2025 season kicks off Saturday, September 20 at 7pm with a special solo evening with May Erlewine. One of the Midwest’s most prolific and passionate songwriters, Erlewine has a gift for writing songs of substance that feel both fresh and soulfully familiar. Her ability to emotionally engage with an audience has earned her a dedicated following far beyond her Michigan roots, touching people all over the world. Erlewine draws from a wide variety of influences to create her sound. Lyrically, her songs are rooted in hard-wrought wisdom, joy and sorrow, simplicity, and stories from her own experiences. Erlewine uses her music as a platform for positive change. Her words have held solace for weary hearts, offered a light in the darkness, and held space for the pain and joy of being alive in these times.

Doors open at 6pm. Tickets are $45 in advance/$50 at the door.

Tickets to all Live at the Bay Fall 2025 shows are general admission and on sale now. Ticketing, event, and membership information is available at TheBayTheatre.com. The Live at the Bay series is another value-added offering by the nonprofit Bay Community Theatre to provide community entertainment and programming. Please join us!

Full Tilt comedy storms the Sculpture Court with their signature blend of Improv, sketch, and musical parody. Not your average night at the gallery, this comedy show uses audience suggestions to launch scenes, characters, and stories—created entirely on the spot. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a first-time guest, be part of this artfully improvised evening out. Ages 16+

Raw and personal, Kalamazoo's Kait Rose makes her long awaited Alluvion debut with her full band. With echoes of Carole King, James Taylor, Joni Mitchell and Neil Young, her sound is timeless.

It will truly be a memorable and inspired night of her songs coming to life in our intimate community listening room.

Glen Arbor Players will present a new play; "The Half-Life of Marie Curie" at the Leelanau School on Sept. 12th, 13th, 19th and 20th at 7:30pm as well as on Sept. 14th at 2:00 pm.

The play was written by Lauren Gunderson and is directed by Bob Boles and features Jean Jenkins and Janet Stipicevich. The story has been described as "brimming with wit, wisdom and passion."

Minimum donation of $10 suggested and refreshments will be served.