Community Calendar

Our series of movies set and/or filmed in the Great Lake State continues! Roger and Me (R) is a documentary on the closing of GM plants in Flint. Snacks are provided!

Runners, dog lovers, truly anyone who loves a miraculous story, are invited to hear ultra-marathon runners Dion and Lucja Leonard talk about the New York Times bestseller Finding Gobi. It’s an amazing account of how Dion crossed paths with a small, stray dog during a 155-mile race across the Gobi Desert in China. The lovable pup, who would later earn the name Gobi, went step for step with Dion over the Tian Shan Mountains and across massive dunes, keeping pace with her new friend for 77 miles.

As Dion witnessed the incredible determination and heart of the tiny dog, he found a sea change in his own heart, which had been repeatedly broken during a rough childhood. By the end of the race, he decided to bring Gobi home to Scotland to live with him and his wife, Lucja, who also competes in ultra-marathon races.

The only problem: Dion had entrusted someone to take care of Gobi in China while he organized the required medical tests and a quarantine to fly the dog home to Scotland. Gobi had inexplicably vanished in Urumqi, a sprawling Chinese city of three million people. What happens next is so unbelievable you truly couldn’t make it up — a twist that captured the world’s attention as the story exploded across international media and became a global sensation. Come along to hear how this extraordinary true story unfolds.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. ET with live music. Programming begins at 7:00 p.m.

For more information about the event and ticket options/packages, please click here.

INTRO TO BALLET 4 WEEK SESSION: APRIL 13 - MAY 4, 2026
MONDAYS 7:30 - 8:30pm
CLASS FEE: $95 or $85.50 for members​​
Minimum # of students to hold the class = 4
Maximum # of students per class = 8

This class is for any and all to join!

In this class we will explore the very basic techniques of ballet. No experience is required, this class is a judgment free zone to explore ballet no matter your age. Expect to learn the 5 position, the basics of barre, small combinations across the floor and at center along with some leaps and turns. ​

Sign-up is now occurring for this ten-week course that is being held at Helena Township Community Center in Alden, on Tuesdays, 10am-12pm, beginning May 5th.

Cost: $10 for book and $5 suggested donation per lesson.

Come, have fun, and meet some bridge players!

Lessons, taught by Judy Kuiper, an ACBL Best Practices certified bridge teacher.

To sign up, contact Judy at judykuiper72@gmail.com or 616-581-4668.

Sponsored by Alden District Library and the Antrim County Bridge Club.

This artisans’ group has been creating art and contributing to the community for over 40 years. Newcomers are always welcome!

For more info, email taartisansguild@gmail.com.

Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

Join Kellie Chase to make patchwork quilts for kids facing trauma. Materials provided. RSVP.

Join the League of Women Voters of Grand Traverse Area on the second Tuesday of every month during 2026 for all of your voter information needs - registration, information about candidates and ballot measures, and more!

This event is part of our 2026 Civics Celebration - tadl.org/democracy

People of all skill levels, including beginners are invited to play.

Free Event.

Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

People of all skill levels, including beginners, are welcome! For more info, contact Sue Archer at 231-944-0013.

Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center & Library, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

Feeling like 2026 is the year you want to do something for your neighbors and community?

At this event, you can meet over 20 local nonprofits looking for people for all types of projects. Find one that matches your interests and availability. Learn about community organizations that might be new to you. Low pressure, no commitment necessary. Make an impact today!

As organizations sign up, we will list them here.

Brought to you through a partnership between the Traverse Area District Library and event co-sponsor the City of Traverse City!