Exhibit: Swimming
Swimming is an activity that puts bodies into bodies of water. It is also a universally-understood metaphor for moving through water, literal and symbolic
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Exhibit: The Birds Are Watching
In her GAAC Lobby Gallery exhibit, The Birds Are Watching, Jessica Kovan “asks viewers to pay attention from the vantage point of local bird species, in hopes of establishing a sense of interconnectedness between all beings.
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Outdoor Gallery Exhibit: Debra Howard
Michigan and Maryland painter Debra Howard’s work has been chosen for the Glen Arbor Arts Center’s 2023-24 Outdoor Gallery exhibition.
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Gaudi-Inspired Fairy Garden
Dozens of community members attended two free workshops during which they watched a brief introduction to Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi then transformed ordinary bird houses into Gaudi-inspired fairy houses.
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Exhibit: 2023 Members Create
For longer than anyone can remember, the Glen Arbor Arts Center has presented an annual exhibition of work created by its members. As diverse as the GAAC’s members are, so, too, is the work they make.
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AIR Presentation: Ruth Trok
Pennsylvania artist Ruth Trok will use her Glen Arbor Arts Center residency to produce a body of porcelain pots and vessels that explore the interaction between native and invasive species in Leelanau County.
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Late Night Fridays
We’re keeping the lights on a little longer on Friday nights this summer during Late Night Fridays. On June 9: An opening reception for Members Create, an exhibition of work by 49 GAAC members.
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2023 Manitou Music Musicians-in-Residence: The PULSE Saxophone Quartet
The PULSE Saxophone Quartet is willing to do anything to make music a part of people’s lives. While this unique chamber ensemble performs and records at the highest levels, it also brings its talent to pubs, take-out windows, libraries, and gas stations…
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The Glen Arbor Arts Center is keeping the lights on a little longer this summer on Friday nights. Late Night Fridays continues June 16 with a front porch concert featuring the PULSE Saxophone Quartet, 7 – 8 pm.
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Forging For Peace Project: June Demo
The Forging For Peace Project blacksmiths return to the Glen Arbor Arts Center Forge on Sunday, June 18, 11 am – 3 pm. The demonstration is free and open to the public.
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2023 Clothesline Exhibit: Insects + Spiders
The Glen Arbor Arts Center is getting buggy about the 2023 Clothesline Exhibit. This year’s theme is Insects + Spiders. It’s a celebration — an infestation of appreciation for these small creatures. Insects are the most diverse group of organisms.
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We’re keeping the lights on a little longer this summer on Friday nights at the Glen Arbor Arts Center during Late Night Fridays. Join us for an after-hours gallery visit on June 23, 5 – 8 pm.
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We’re keeping the lights on a little longer this summer on Friday nights at the Glen Arbor Arts Center during Late Night Fridays. Join us for an after-hours gallery visit on June 30, 5 – 8 pm.
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B-side Growlers
The B-Side Growlers are an acoustic trio from Grand Rapids, MI, who focus on what’s become their tagline: “Tradition inspired, toe-tapping fired, vintage acoustic blues, jazz, and country.”
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We’re keeping the lights on a little longer this summer on Friday nights during the Glen Arbor Arts Center’s Late Night Fridays. Join us for after-hours gallery visits, music on the front porch, and more.
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We’re keeping the lights on a little longer this summer on Friday nights during the Glen Arbor Arts Center’s Late Night Fridays. Join us for an after-hours gallery visit on July 14, 5 – 8 pm.
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We’re keeping the lights on a little longer this summer on Friday nights during the Glen Arbor Arts Center’s Late Night Fridays. Join us for an after-hours gallery visit on July 21, 5 – 8 pm.
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Coffee With The Authors: Jerry Dennis and Glenn Wolff
Author Jerry Dennis and artist/illustrator Glenn Wolff, both of Traverse City, in a conversation about working collaboratively. Sarah Bearup-Neal, GAAC gallery manager, leads the discussion.
Find out more »Forging For Peace Project: July Demo
The Forging For Peace Project blacksmiths return to the Glen Arbor Arts Center Forge on Sunday, July 23, 11 am – 3 pm. The demonstration is free and open to the public.
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We’re keeping the lights on a little longer this summer on Friday nights at the Glen Arbor Arts Center during Late Night Fridays. Join us for an after-hours gallery visit […]
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TC Dance Project
The Traverse City Dance Project returns to Glen Arbor as part of their 2023 summer tour. This outdoor performance features original choreography, live music, and professional dancers from around the country.
Find out more »Coffee With The Authors: Holly Wren Spaulding
Poet Holly Wren Spaulding in a conversation about keeping and banning words. Sarah Bearup-Neal, GAAC gallery manager, leads the discussion.
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Plein Air Weekend: Save the Dates
Save the dates for the 2023 Plein Air Weekend which will be held Friday, August 4 and Saturday August 5.
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We’re keeping the lights on a little longer this summer on Friday nights during the Glen Arbor Arts Center’s Late Night Fridays.
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Drummunity
Join percussionist Lori Fithian for Drummunity! A “Drummunity” circle is a high-energy, fun, and empowering drumming activity for all age groups.
Find out more »Forging For Peace Project: August Demo
The Forging For Peace Project blacksmiths return to the Glen Arbor Arts Center Forge on Sunday, August 20, 11 am – 3 pm. The demonstration is free and open to the public.
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New Music Detroit
New Music Detroit (NMD) is a collective of musicians dedicated to performing groundbreaking musical works from the late 20th century to the present day. NMD performs new and adventurous classical music in various settings for various people.
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AIR Presentation: Ian Kennelly
Massachusetts artist Ian Kennelly will use his Glen Arbor Arts Center residency to “further my observations” of the ephemeral space that exists where water, land and sky meet.
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We’re keeping the lights on a little longer on Friday nights this summer during Late Night Fridays.
Find out more »Coffee With The Authors: Sarah Shoemaker
Novelist Sarah Shoemaker in a conversation about historical fiction. Sarah Bearup-Neal, GAAC gallery manager, leads the discussion.
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AIR Presentation: Kathy Mohl
Caledonia, Michigan, artist Kathy Mohl will use her Glen Arbor Arts Center residency to create a plein air immersion project. Mohl, an experienced plein air painter, will push her practice into new areas.
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AIR Presentation: Susan Moran
Ann Arbor, Michigan, fiber artist Susan Moran will use her Glen Arbor Arts Center residency to begin a body of work “specifically inspired” by Leelanau County.
Find out more »Creativity Q+A LIVE with Fiber Artist Meg Staley
Leelanau County artist Meg Staley talks about her practice with Sarah Bearup-Neal, GAAC gallery manager.
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AIR Presentation: Sara Maurer
Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, writer Sara Maurer will use her Glen Arbor Arts Center residency to complete a third draft of her novel, Claybaby.
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