Community Calendar

Step out of the winter chill and into a welcoming space designed to support you. Super Saturday blends free on-site tax filing, community resources, workshops, lunch, activities, and giveaways in one convenient place so you can enjoy a positive, engaging day with plenty of fun for all ages, whether you come solo or with family.

Join WLAC Executive Director, Jon Breithaupt, for a guided tour of the groomed trails at Postle Farm Preserve. We’ll explore the diverse habitats of the property on skis and look for signs of winter wildlife. This event is free and open to the public. Directions to the Postle Farm Preserve trailhead can be found here.

Suttons Bay estate winery to host a day of cross-country skiing, hiking and lots of ways to warm up

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Bring on the snow. Wiener Ski 2026 returns to Shady Lane Cellars to beat the wintry temperatures by hitting the trails and warming up near the fire pits. The event serves as a worthy reminder of ways to enjoy the outdoors this season. It includes access to two freshly-groomed trails, just steps from the tasting room. Visitors can take the 5K loop for cross country skiing and hiking or choose a separate 1.5K trail made for snowshoeing on the estate winery’s property.

Guests are welcome to bring their own equipment or rent skis or snowshoes from Suttons Bay Bikes. Rentals arranged in advance will be available for pick up at 1 p.m. and must be returned by 5 p.m. – all onsite Shady Lane Cellars in Suttons Bay.

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Wiener Ski 2026 includes plenty of comfort food and drinks for purchase. The Shady Lane Cellars team is again partnering with Leelanau Cheese Company. Beginning at Noon, Nik Basford of Leelanau Cheese company will be on site selling a winter warm up of beer brats on a pretzel bun with sauerkraut, whole grain mustard and topped with melted raclette for $15.

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Shady Lane Cellars will be open for wine tastings and purchases. The staff will also provide mulled wine for $10, hot chocolate for $5 and s’mores kits for $5.

Saturday, February 7, 2026 from 12 - 3pm
REGISTER BY: Feb. 5th
CLASS FEE: $60, or $54 for members
FORMAT: in-person

Learn the art of stained glass with artist and instructor Ruby Smith!

All materials and tools are provided.

This exciting event takes place during NFL Super Bowl weekend, and we can’t wait to heat up downtown with a cozy celebration of community, flavor, and fun!

Stroll between participating businesses anytime from 1–5 p.m. to sample a variety of soups — from hearty stews and creamy chowders to flavorful bisques — or enjoy a comforting coffee, tea, or punch provided by local retailers and restaurants.

“Have you ever wanted to start beekeeping? Do you want to make some extra money selling pure honey, pollen, propolis and candles? Then the craft of sustainable beekeeping may be for you!

Ages 10 and above (with parental permission) welcome!

If you have at least one year of hands-on, actual beekeeping experience, you may be eligible to take the intermediate/advanced beekeeping classes that are described below.

**Beginning Beekeeping Classes will be held at the Betsy Valley District Library in Thompsonville beginning on February 7, 2026 at 1 PM, and meeting every two weeks thereafter.

Tuition is set at $75 for the entire beginning course and an additional $75 fee for the intermediate/advanced course.

A syllabus will be available at the Library when you register.

Please call the Library or stop in person to register.
Questions, please call 231-378-2716.

It’s a hot and sultry day in the gritty city, and Sam Shovel has a dead man sprawled in her office, stabbed in the back with a yardstick. Ends up this is just the first of a string of murders happening in the fashion industry. Though no one would ever think of Sam having anything to do with high fashion, it’s up to the private eye to find the connecting thread and sew up the case. This 1940s detective noir parody Staged Reading will be reminiscent of an old-time radio show, complete with live sound effects, and is sure to leave you in stitches!

Directed by Cathy Louis

Tickets for the Music House Museum performance are $25 before the event, $30 at the door.

If sold out, please contact the OTP Box Office to be added to the waiting list.

For the first time ever, family-friendly D.J. Ryan Shrock of Shoreline Sound will bring his musical talents to the Curiosity Place for the All Hearts Dance Party. There will be lights, bubbles and tunes that everyone can move to. "The Children's Museum has had dance parties in the past, but this is the first time we've ever had a DJ," said Jordan Shell, Membership and Development Coordinator. "We're so excited to have Shoreline Sound bring their skills and family-friendly flair to what promises to be a rockin' celebration of family, friendship and hands-on fun."

Families are invited to dress as fancy—or as funky—as they like and hit the dance floor together. Family DJ Ryan Schrock of Shoreline Sound will provide music that guests of all ages can enjoy. Tickets include activities, snacks, full museum admission, and an entry into a door prize raffle for a chance to win a create-your-own critter experience in the Power of Play Store.

• Children: $13 members / $15 nonmembers
• Adults: $5

Tickets are limited, and advance registration is encouraged.

Mary Sue Wilkinson and Mark Schrock have been singing and playing together since the founding of the popular Michigan roots quartet Iowa Rose in 1978.

Reuniting as a duo, they offer vibrant harmonies supported by guitars and mandolin on a wide variety of Americana music. You’ll hear classic country hits from the likes of Patsy Cline and Hank Williams, familiar folk and blues that invite you to sing along, as well as treasured original songs from the Iowa Rose catalog and more recent works.

Equally at home in intimate listening rooms, festivals, outdoor food and beverage establishments, or a concert stage, Mary Sue & Mark bring to bear their years of friendship and musical collaboration.

Sat. Feb 7, Blissfest Traditional Community Dance, 7:30 at Littlefield/Alanson Community Building on US31N in Alanson. Music will be provided by Peacemeal, with Cynthia Donahey calling.

All dances taught (circles, contras, squares and more). No need to bring a partner. Perfect for families.

Potluck at 6:30. Bring table service and dish to pass. $10, $5/student, 12&under free.