The Central Lake Fire & Rescue Auxiliary will be hosting its annual Crockpot Chili Dinner on Saturday, Nov. 6 at the fire station on M-88 from 5-7 p.m. by donation. Several varieties of chili, cornbread or biscuits, dessert and drinks will be available. All proceeds will benefit the auxiliary, which supports the fire department and fire prevention education.Take out will be available.
The Village of Kalkaska hours for trick or treating is on Sunday, Oct. 31 from 5-8 p.m. in the Village and has asked that participating residents leave their outside lights on while distributing candy.
The Village of Central Lake will be handing out cider and donuts for trick or treaters on Sunday, Oct. 31 from 5-8 p.m. in front of Bachmann’s Store in downtown Central Lake.
The Holiday Gift Fair will be held on Saturday, Nov. 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Shanty Creek Resorts. This gift fair is sponsored by the Bellaire Chamber of Commerce.
The Village of Bellaire is hosting Halloween Trick or Treating in downtown Bellaire on Sunday, Oct. 31 from 5-8 p.m. Participating merchants will be handing out candy. Join in for this fun, family safe event.
Friday, October 29, 2021 - 3:15pm to Sunday, October 31, 2021 - 3:15pm
The Central Lake District Library will be holding a Halloween Story Walk starting on Friday, Oct. 29 through Sunday, Oct. 31 on the lawn at the Blue Pelican Inn. The story walk is a fun activity for families to read a book while walking in a park or trail. Story walks promote literacy, physical activity and community involvement. The featured book is The Hallo – Wiener by Dav Pilkey. For more information contact the library at 231-544-2517.
Bellaire Winter Farmers’ Market will begin on Friday, Oct. 22 and every Friday through the winter from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fresh local eggs, veggies, meats, crafts and more will be available. Vendors will be at two locations. Visit Bee Well and Terrain. For more information contact 231-916-2517.
King Orchards will be holding the Antrim County Farming for the Future Workshop on Thursday, Oct. 21 from 9 a.m. to noon at the orchards, 4620 M 88 in Central Lake. The cost is $5 for the workshop and a delicious and healthy lunch will be served. Please RSVP by Oct.
Wednesday, October 20, 2021 - 11:00am to Thursday, October 21, 2021 - 7:00pm
The Central Lake Methodist Church is holding their pasties sale. Pick up will be on Wednesday, Oct. 20 and Thursday, Oct. 21 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the church. Pre-order by texting 231-676-2989 or message 231-544-6314 and leave your name, number of pasties and a phone number.
Grass River Natural Area is hosting the family friendly Autumnfest on Saturday, Oct. 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Grass River Center at 6500 Alden Hwy, Bellaire.
The Central Lake Chamber of Commerce will be having a fall festival on Saturday, Oct. 16 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Central Lake Chamber cabin. There will be a chili cook off, beverage tent with beer and cider, live music, hot dogs and food. A corn hole tournament will be held with registration starting at 11 a.m.
The Antrim County Fair is having a harvest festival at the fairgrounds at Craven Park in Bellaire on Saturday, Oct. 16 4-6pm. There will be chili, donuts, hot cocoa, ice cream and more. Also a petting zoo, scarecrow making, crafts and games will be available for all to enjoy.
The OMFA Fiddlers’ Jamboree will be held on Saturday, Oct. 16 at the Kalkaska Senior Center, 303 S. Coral Street. Fiddlers perform from 1:30-4 p.m., Circle of Friends (other, non-electric instruments) from 4-5 p.m. Square and Round dancing begins at 5 p.m. This is a free event but donations are welcome. For more information contact Deb at 231-534-4377.
