Apr 23 Tuesday
Torch Area Artisan Guild (TAAG): Creating art and contributing to the community for over 40 years. 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
People of all skill levels 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.
Come enjoy coffee and tea, and visit with Tom Ulrich, Retired Deputy Superintendent of Sleeping Bear Dunes. Tom will share his experiences and thoughts about the Dunes—yesterday and today—with an opportunity for informal conversation about the region and how it has changed. We are pleased to offer this free opportunity for our community as a way to educate and inform all about our surrounding landscape.
This week also marks "National Park Week: A Celebration of our National Parks"
Children are invited to read aloud to a trained Reading Dog.
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
Join local Indigenous Knowledge Carriers, Tera John along with Courtney Miller, for a special Earth Week Hike at Ingraham Preserve at Cedar River on Tuesday, April 23 at 8:30pm.
Hike in the light of the rising full moon, the Sucker Fish Moon. Learn the story of this moon’s name and how the sucker is honored for keeping the Anishinaabeg people alive in the sparse month of little game and low food caches. Hear how the rich living tradition of Anishinaabe storytelling meets, supports, and enhances the more often heard stories learned from geology, topography, and archeology.
Space is limited and all attendees must register in advance. This hike is not recommended for young children. Pets are not allowed on guided experiences.
Apr 24 Wednesday
Stories and Crafts for preschoolers
Derby Hat Workshop! Join us at the Fibershed to make your own derby or other fun hat from our wonderful selection of hats/hat bases, ribbons, fabrics, flowers, and other embellishments. Whether you build it wild or simple, you’re sure to have a great time at this event and leave with a hat that’s uniquely YOU! Everyone welcome and RSVPs are appreciated! To RSVP email Fibershed@GrowBenzie.org or leave a message at 231 882-9510.
Come out to help plant native plugs at GTRLC’s Mitchell Creek Meadows Nature Preserve! Volunteers will learn about and take an active part in the Conservancy’s ongoing habitat restoration project by assisting with planting plugs grown in our very own greenhouse.
The Basics:
GTRLC will supply tools and water. We will teach you everything you need to know about how to properly handle and plant plugs in the ground. No prior experience is necessary! This is a moderately light, family-friendly activity, though volunteers should be prepared for digging and kneeling. Bathrooms and drinking water are both available on site.
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 comfortDirections:
Please meet us at Mitchell Creek Meadows Nature Preserve by the greenhouse/workshop area.