Apr 25 Thursday
Learn to ballroom dance! Every Thurs in April join us at 6:30 pm for Tango and at 7:45pm for Bachata with Ramon Gaitan! Bodies In Motion Studio, 10660 E Carter Rd, Traverse City, MI 49684. No partner needed. All are welcome. No experience necessary.
$15 x 1 class, $25 x both, $50/month x 1 class, $80/month x both classes
Dive into the energy of the season at our Spring Fling Silent Disco, where the dance floor is charged with the promise of warmer days and the beats are delivered straight to your headphones. This event is suitable for all ages. Please reserve your ticket in advance.
Through much of the nineteenth century, steam-powered ships provided one of the most reliable and comfortable transportation options in the United States, becoming a critical partner in railroad expansion and the heart of a thriving recreation industry. The aesthetic, structural, and commercial peak of the steamboat era occurred on the Great Lakes, where palatial ships created memories and livelihoods for millions while carrying passengers between the region’s major industrial ports of Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, Cleveland, Buffalo, and Toronto. By the mid-twentieth century, the industry was in steep decline, and today North America’s rich and entertaining steamboat heritage has been largely forgotten. Joel’s presentation, Floating Palaces of the Great Lakes, brings this era to life again.
Hosted online via zoom by the Leelanau Historical Society. Register with the "get tickets" link to receive the zoom link.
Mollie Moody will share this fascinating account of her father's experience as a tank commander in World War II. Capt. Maynard's posthumously published diary provides a unique, first-hand perspective of this momentous era. All proceeds from the sales of the book will be donated to the VFW of Michigan.
Leland Public School andThe Verdier Circle of Friends Present
MATILDA
April 18, 19, 21April 25, 26, 27, 28
Leland Public School Performing Arts Center200 N Grand Avenue, Leland
Directed By Mary Newman
Apr 26 Friday
Join District staff in planting of native trees and shrubs at Medalie Park! Wet-tolerant species will be hand-planted in lowland areas along the shores of Boardman Lake to help improve stormwater uptake, water quality, and wildlife habitat. Please bring sturdy footwear, work gloves, and a your favorite planting shovel, if you hae one. Extra shovels will be available along with light snacks and water.
Registration is required at www.natureiscalling.org/events
Come out to help plant native plugs at Misty Acres! Volunteers will learn about and take an active part in the Conservancy’s ongoing habitat restoration projects by assisting with planting native plugs grown in GTRLC’s very own greenhouse.
The Basics:
GTRLC will supply all materials necessary for the workday, and teach you everything you need to know to properly plant our native species. No prior experience is necessary! This is a moderately light, family-friendly activity, though volunteers should be prepared for digging and kneeling.
What will volunteers be doing:
Learning about our ongoing restoration and greenhouse projectsDigging and dibble bar usageRemoving and handling native plugs from their containers What should I bring?
Dress for the weather! Always check the forecast in advanceSturdy, closed-toe shoes that can handle some mudBring a reusable water bottle and some snacksSunscreen and bug spray for your safety and comfortYour favorite pair of gardening gloves, if preferredDirections:
Please meet us at Misty Acres Farm, where we’ll park and walk into the worksite.
We'll taste chocolate in all its forms and share with you the fascinating story of our world's favorite treat.
Fridays in April (4/12, 4/19, 4/26) plus two Saturdays (4/13 & 4/20)11:00 am-12:00 pm
A few things to note:
- Classes last 1 - 1.5 hours depending on the size of your group. If your group is larger than 6 people, please reach email us (classes@grocersdaughter.com) so that we make arrangements for our larger space.
- Please let us know if anyone in your group has allergies and we'll do our best to accommodate them.
- Class age: 12 years + (we can cater this class to a younger audience with advance notice)
- Class participants receive 10% off all purchases the day of the class.
If these days/times do not work for you but you're interested in a tasting class, please email us at classes@grocersdaughter.com.
Three Seasons Gallery at The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park presents "Bloom", art exhibit of Spring and Summer gardens, orchards and area farmsteads. The paintings are by local oil painter, Wendy McWhorter. Opening reception Fri. April 26th, 5-7pm, enjoy wine, appetizers and meet the artist A portion of the sales benefit the Botanic Garden.
Marilla Museum & Pioneer Place hosts:
“Souper” Fridays
“Good soup is one of the prime ingredients in good living.”Louis P. De Gouy
Louis P. De Gouy (1876–1947), one of the world’s great cooks, apprenticed under his father, Jean H. De Gouy, Esquire of Cuisine at the courts of Austria and Belgium, and under the great Maître Escoffier. He served as Master Chef and Chef Steward in France, England, Spain, the United States, and many other countries. Best known for his 30-year career at New York City’s Waldorf Astoria, Chef De Gouy was a founder of Gourmet magazine and the author of 16 cookbooks, including The Pie Book and The Soup Book.
Each Friday in April, from 5:00-7:00
The Menu:
Each week will feature different hearty, warming, homemade soups,
A refreshing salad,
A handmade & freshly baked bread,
A scrumptious dessert to sweeten your life.
We do the cooking. You get to enjoy great food and help “Bring History Alive”. To operate, we depend entirely on donations. We’re counting on you to help with this fund-raising event. [Minimum suggested free-will donation $10]The Main Museum will be open and there will be a different historical focus each Friday. Come join us for a night at the museum!