Community Calendar

Join us for the Friends annual Fall Book Sale!

Friday, October 24th | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Members Only Pre-Sale
(Membership Sign-Up Available at the Door)

Saturday, October 25th | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Public Sale
Members receive 50% off!

Sunday, October 26th | 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$5 Bag Sale

HARDCOVER BOOKS: $4
PAPERBACK BOOKS: $2
CHILDREN’S BOOKS: $2
DVDs: 2 for $1
Friends of Library= ½ OFF ALL WEEKEND

Become a member at tadl.org/friends

Members only preview sale on Friday, October 24. Members receive 50% all weekend long. Sign ups available at the door.

A fun, creative way for parents and their children to connect and learn dance together.

In this weekly class, you will discover the joys of expressing yourself through dance with your child. Designed to be both exciting and educational, these classes help in the development of your child's gross motor skills, coordination, balance, and love for music and dance.

Inside a natural-light-filled studio with stunning views of the waterfront, a world-class Interlochen dance instructor will guide you as you strengthen your bond with your child. Each week, you will experience a warm, supportive environment that encourages self-expression and social interaction. Special focus will be placed on rhythm and moving your bodies to the beat of different types of music.

Join the Dennos Museum, Children's Therapy Corner, Children's Advocacy Center and TADL Youth Services for the third annual sensory-friendly Halloween event!

We will have a variety of fun activities, being mindful of diverse sensory needs and accommodations to create an inclusive environment where all are welcome!

This event is free and registration is not required, but recommended.

GTCD’s Fall Native Seedling Sale is a first-come, first-served sale (no pre-orders) on Saturday, October 25th from 10:00am - 2:00pm outdoors at the Boardman River Nature Center featuring native Michigan conifers - balsam fir, red cedar, red pine, white pine, and white spruce. We will also offer native perennial plants, including garden kits.

Planting in the fall allows these native species to become well-established over the winter and start off the next growing season strong.

Information stations staffed by GTCD naturalists and local partners will help you select species for your property and teach you how to support forest health not only in your own backyard but throughout our region. Additionally, enjoy family-friendly activities like pumpkin painting and hiking at the Natural Education Reserve!

A playful contrast in scale, monumental paintings meet intricate miniatures.

All exhibits are free and open to the public!  Groups Welcome. 

Gallery & Gift Shop Hours:  M-F 11am-4pm, Sat 11am-3pm.

Skeletons, stories, crafts and more! Not too scary family fun!

The Blacklight Climbing Boo-Nanza is back at ELEV8 Climbing and Fitness! The lights are out, and the glow is on! The entire space will be filled with spooktacular visual art, fun climbing challenges, carnival games, a blacklight maze, candy prizes and more!

This event is appropriate for all ages and abilities, and all climbing gear is included in the price.

When: Saturday, October 25
Time: Multiple sessions throughout the day, including an adult-only night session!
Where: ELEV8 Climbing and Fitness, 777 Boyd Ave

Grab tickets online at elev8climbing.com before they sell out!

Join us for a day of fun, games, crafts, snacks, and info at your local kids summer camp organizer, Camp Carvela! Meet our leadership team, and inquire about our summer programming. We have a philosophy of inclusiveness, being non-competitive, unplugged, and giving the kids the space and community to help them grow and have fun! Maybe you know a prospective camper, or are just a curious neighbor all are welcome at this free event. Peace, Love, Camp!

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

THIS SATURDAY , October 25, at 2pm, Downtown Traverse City. Meet at the Sarah Hardy Farmers Market parking lot to start on the Boardman River (just in case its windy on the bay)! If the bay is flat, we will paddle from the river, out to the bay, ending at Clinch Park!

Bring your own board or any paddling vessel, and witch or wizard attire (even just a hat!) All ages!
No agenda…, just joy, play, community, fun, adventure, and creativity in our magical world!
Let’s fill the river and bay with witches!