The Jordan River Arts Council will open its “Weaving & Wood for the Artisan Home” exhibit on Sunday, Oct. 13. View the artistry of local hand-weavers including rugs, towels, blankets, baskets, and more. See functional one-of-of-a-kind furniture, some of locally-sourced wood, along with smaller wooden items such as hand-turned bowls and platters. The exhibit runs through Nov. 8. Show hours are 1-4 p.m. daily.
The Pelican’s Nest will hold a Customer Appreciation Party on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 4-9 p.m. The event will include buffet pizza, baked pasta, salad, drink specials, prizes and more. The Pelican’s Nest is located at 5085 Shanty Creek Road in Bellaire. To find out more, call 231-533-9000 or visit thepelicansnest.com.
The Pelican’s Nest will hold a Customer Appreciation Party on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 4-9 p.m. The event will include buffet pizza, baked pasta, salad, drink specials, prizes and more. The Pelican’s Nest is located at 5085 Shanty Creek Road in Bellaire. To find out more, call 231-533-9000 or visit thepelicansnest.com.
Music and a potluck, with entertainment by The Brighter Day Band, will be held from 5-8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11 at the Barnard Grange Hall, located at 15975 Klooster Road in Charlevoix. Bring a dish to pass; potluck starts at 6 p.m. To find out more, call 231-675-0004.
The Annual Fiddlers Jamboree will take place Saturday, Oct. 5 at the Kalkaska Senior Center (303 S. Coral St.). Fiddlers take the stage at 1 p.m. with open mic at 4 and dancing beginning at 5:30. Non-electric instruments, square callers, and dancers of all ages are welcome – along with listeners and toe-tappers. Lunch and dinner will be available for purchase. To find out more, call 231-534-4377.
The Downtown Alden Business Association will celebrate Harvest Day on Saturday, Oct. 5. Events scheduled include: a pancake breakfast at the fire station, local artisans in stores, farmers market at Tennis Court Park, a baked potato/chili bar at the Methodist church and more. The Alden Depot Museum will also be open from 1-4 p.m. To find out more, go to: visitalden.com.
Elk Rapids will celebrate autumn with Fall Art Beat, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5. Three award-winning galleries – The Blue Heron Gallery, Mullaly’s 128 Studio & Gallery and The Twisted Fish Gallery – will be participating. Festivities include guest artists, demonstrations and refreshments throughout the day at each location. For more information, contact Bob Streit at 231-632-4281.
The Central Lake Lions and Lioness clubs will host a Barn Clearance Sale on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 9:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Lions Club “Blue” Barn, located at 7873 Cameron St. in Central Lake. To find out more, visit CentralLakeLions.org.
The Kalkaska Munson Hospice Support Group meets at 11 a.m. on first Friday of every month at Kalkaska Memorial Health Center’s Conference Room B, 419 S. Coral St. Join a friendly environment where grief and loss is understood. Share your story and learn from others. All are welcome and there is no registration needed.
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