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FRIDAY, JULY 25th & SATURDAY, JULY 26th, 10am-4pm. Many quilts and artisan items on display and for sale in the Boutique.

All items were crafted by talented guild members.

Free Admission. Held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden. Sponsored by Alden District Library, 231-331-4318.

A unique shopping experience on the shores of Betsie Bay, this juried fair will feature painting, ceramics, photography, woodworking, fiber art, toys and more, created by 30+ regional artisans. The fair will take place both indoors and outdoors at the Oliver Art Center. Admission is free.

Live music, an art center open house, ceramic studio demos and food and drink will round out the fun.

 A fundraiser “Bloody Mary Bar” will open at 10:00 am, with wine and beer also available for those over 21. Frankfort favorite Red Top Gourmet Hot Dogs food truck will be on site throughout the day selling their famous hot dogs, ice cream, chips, Bavarian pretzels and soda.  

Singer-songwriter Chris Skellenger will share his original songs alongside classic covers in performance from 11:00 – 1:00 PM.

Local favorites, The Nephews will play a wide variety of music that appeals to all kinds of people, including folk, old time country, rock and roll, jazz, and country & blues songs from 1:30 – 3:30 pm.

Torch Area Artisans Guild will hold a Quilt and Artisan/Boutique Show at Helena Township Community Center 8751 Helena Rd, Alden MI., on July 25th and July 26th 10:00AM to 4PM both days.

Although the Guild is known for quilting, many of the members are also talented artists. Their artistry will be on display and many items for sale. There will be needlework, paintings, pottery, and more on exhibit.

No Entry Fee
Please find us on FACEBOOK.COM/TorchAreaArtisansGuild
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Thank you for your consideration

Join GTRLC and the Invasive Species Network as we work to remove invasive baby's breath from Elberta Beach in Benzie County! Spreading easily over northwest Michigan's beaches and dunes, baby's breath crowds out vulnerable native plants and degrades important habitat.

GTRLC and ISN supply gloves and tools. We will teach you everything you need to know about tool use, safety, and the importance of the work you will be doing. No experience necessary, just come ready to learn something new! This is a moderately strenuous activity, with volunteers often bending and kneeling to dig out plants. There are porta johns available at the parking area.

Dress for the weather! Always check the forecast in advance
Sturdy footwear recommended

Long pants and closed shoes recommended as there is poison ivy present

Bring a reusable water bottle and some snacks

Sunscreen and bug spray for your safety and comfort

Please meet us in the lower parking lot at Elberta Beach.

Women's March Traverse City will lead a March for Justice on Saturday, July 26, 1:00-3PM. Gather at F & M Park on Railroad Street, downtown Traverse City. We will march peacefully through downtown TC, then return to the park.

Due to construction on the Parkway, we will not line the streets this time. Donations of granola bars, protein shakes, easy breakfast foods and snacks to benefit Pete's Place, to support homeless youth in our area, will be gratefully collected.

See our Women's March Traverse City event page on Facebook or call Monica 231-325-6812 for more information.

CSI3* Grand Prix
Head to Flintfields Horse Park for a Saturday afternoon of fast-paced show jumping, great food, boutique shopping, and open-air fun. Gates open early, and the main competition begins at 5 PM.

Bring a blanket for the lawn or upgrade your experience with shaded seating, VIP access, or a Cabana Box for your group.

All general admission proceeds benefit local nonprofits—this week, your ticket supports Hospice of Michigan, providing expert, compassionate care and support for patients and families facing end-of-life journeys.

Tickets begin at $15 and are available online or at the gate. For an enhanced experience, consider our VIP upgrades.

Details at: traversecityhorseshows.com/visit

The NMC Summer Jazz Band is excited to present this FREE concert to you featuring a great lineup of music and musicians! Joined by vocalist Emily Kuschell, the band will play music by Milt Jackson, Dizzy Gillespie, John Davenport & Eddie Cooley, Tadd Dameron, Billy Byers, George & Ira Gershwin, Herbie Hancock, Leslie Bricusse & Anthony Newley, Al Cobine, Irving Berlin, and Yoko Kanno. With a set like this, there is something for everyone to love.

Our event will take place in the magnificent Milliken Auditorium, situated in the heart of Traverse City, Michigan. Known for its state-of-the-art acoustics and comfortable seating, Milliken Auditorium provides the perfect backdrop for this musical extravaganza. The NMC Summer Jazz Band, a conglomerate of talented NMC students and community musicians, is all set to dazzle the audience with their musical prowess.

General Admission Ticket Prices: FREE!!

This fun and immersive exhibition explores the joy of sailing Michigan’s rivers and lakes, and celebrates the adventurous heart of our harbor community.

Artwork in all media highlighting all kinds of water travel – from tug boats to kayaks, canoes to freighters, and everything in between – it’s all hands on deck!

Exhibit hours:
Sundays 12-4
Mon-Thur 10-4

National Grand Prix
Head to Flintfields Horse Park for a Sunday afternoon of fast-paced show jumping, great food, boutique shopping, and open-air fun. Gates open early, and the main competition begins at 2 PM.

Bring a blanket for the lawn or upgrade your experience with shaded seating, VIP access, or a Cabana Box for your group.

All general admission proceeds benefit local nonprofits—this week, your ticket supports Hospice of Michigan, providing expert, compassionate care and support for patients and families facing end-of-life journeys.

Tickets begin at $15 and are available online or at the gate. For an enhanced experience, consider our VIP upgrades.

Details at: traversecityhorseshows.com/visit

The popular Bayside Concert Series returns this summer to the Petoskey waterfront! This free, family-friendly series of outdoor concerts will take place Sunday evenings from 5–7 PM, July 6 through August 31, on the Promenade near the waterfront clock tower.

The series, co-sponsored by Big Water Creative Arts and the City of Petoskey, features an exciting lineup of local musicians performing a variety of styles — all with a stunning view of Little Traverse Bay.

2025 lineup:
July 6 – Two Track Mind
July 13 – Eric Dane Jaqua
July 20 – Steel & Wood
July 27 – The Real Ingredients
August 3 – Michelle Chenard
August 10 – Kevin Johnson
August 17 – Lara Fulford
August 24 – Laura Crowe
August 31 – Continuous Imposition

Concertgoers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy an evening of great music on the bay. No tickets or registration required.

For more information, visit: www.bigwatercreativearts.org or petoskey.recdesk.com.