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The purpose of the East Bay Corners Farmers Market is to provide fresh and locally grown products, educate the public on the importance of farming best practices, promote local agriculturally based business development, forge partnerships with local farmers and community partners, and create a community gathering space at the Township Hall. East Bay Corners Farmers Market accepts SNAP/EBT benefits and also offers a Power of Produce program for kids ages 5-13. There is family-friendly programming throughout the summer including live music, food trucks, and family game nights. It is a great night out for the whole family.

The Market will open on June 5, 2025 and run until October 2, 2025. It will be held on Thursdays from 2:00pm to 6:00pm at the Township Hall at 1965 N. 3 Mile Road Traverse City, MI 49696. More information about the East Bay Corners Farmers Market and other Food Security programs can be found on the East Bay Township website by visiting: https://eastbaytwp.org/residents/food_security.php

Register by September 16th

In this class, northern Michigan artist Steve Seebohm, we will delve into common principles of drawing for beginner or intermediate level artists, or students who want to improve their skills. You will review the importance of “How to Look,” the Line in artwork, along with drawing basic shapes, the importance of measuring, basics of perspective, value, composition and contour drawing.

Steve is a local artist who graduated from Parsons School of Design with a degree in illustration and began his journey in Drawing through 20 hours of work with 5 instructors weekly during the pre-cellphone, pre-digital days. It is his desire to help other artists improve their work by understanding drawing principles that are basic for most artwork, and avoid falling into “Photocopier Syndrome!”

Steve will provide a drawn demonstration of the principles he is discussing, but encourages students to bring something to draw on and with, and for taking notes.

Individuals of all levels are welcome: Beginners to Experienced!

Book Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm

Join the fun for our fall opening reception! Doors will open at 6:45 PM. Enjoy an evening with desserts and a cash bar. Each guest will receive one drink ticket upon arrival. Members receive free admission and double discounts in the Museum Store the night of the event. Guests of members and the public are welcome to attend at the cost of admission.

Please RSVP in advance. Limit of 300.

The riotous live musical comedy is based on the hit 1992 film! When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won't be found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid traditions of the church and uptight Mother Superior. Using her sense of humor, disco dance moves, and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. The chase is on as Deloris begins to understand the power of her newly found sisterhood.

The Elk Rapids Farmers Market is brought to you by the Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce. This Friday morning market offers a wide selection of locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh flowers and plants, baked goods, cheese, meats and fish, jams, maple syrup, local honey, coffee and tea, lavender products and so much more! In 2025, the Market is open every Friday from 8:00am to Noon from May 30th through October 3rd.

Join us for this special Stories & More story time gathering with author Katie Bosch. She'll share her brand new picture book, inspired by the true story of the "Empire Sugar Bear".

Books will be available for purchase courtesy of The Cottage Book Shop

Date: September 15, 16, and 19 2025
Time: 1–4 pm
Registration Deadline: Thursday, September 11, 2025
Location: Thoreson Farm
Learn new techniques or refresh your skills in surface decoration using sgraffito, slip trailing, and overglaze brushwork. The instructor will provide tiles and extruded pieces. Students are welcome to bring their leather-hard pieces to decorate.

Join us for a fun-filled night with the Benzie Area Symphony Orchestra’s Brass Quartet! This free event is open to all.

Donations are greatly appreciated and will support the work of BASO, so be sure to come out and support this amazing local talent!

Glen Arbor Players will present a new play; "The Half-Life of Marie Curie" at the Leelanau School on Sept. 12th, 13th, 19th and 20th at 7:30pm as well as on Sept. 14th at 2:00 pm.

The play was written by Lauren Gunderson and is directed by Bob Boles and features Jean Jenkins and Janet Stipicevich. The story has been described as "brimming with wit, wisdom and passion."

Minimum donation of $10 suggested and refreshments will be served.