Free Rein Farm is a NFP 501(c)(3) organization and is have a Happy Hour for a Cause on Tuesday, Jan. 21 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Pearls Restaurant located at 617 Ames Street in Elk Rapids. Tickets are $10 with 100% of proceeds being donated. Complimentary Hors D’oeuvres and drinks will be served at happy hour prices. If you would like to donate but cannot attend please visit www.FreeReinFarm.org or call 231-633-4230.
The Friends of Alden District Library monthly meeting is Thursday, Jan. 16 at 9:30 a.m. for social time and 10 a.m. for the meeting and is held at the Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Road. For more information contact 231-331-4318.
Books ‘n Brie will be held on Thursday, Jan. 9 at 3:30 p.m. Enjoy the company of fellow book lovers while discussing “The women” by Kristi Hannah. This is a free event and is held at the Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Road. This event is sponsored by the Alden District Library. For more information contact 231-331-4318.
The Alden Knitters & Crocheters meet every Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Alden District Library. Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Road. People of all skill levels including beginners are welcome. For more information contact Sue Archer at 231-944-0013. This event is sponsored by the Alden District Library.
Mah Jongg is every Tuesday from 1 p.m. to 4 pm. At the Alden District Library, Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Road. People of all skill levels are invited to play. This is a free even and is sponsored by the Helena Township Library. For more information contact 231-331-4318.
The Torch Area Artisans Guild (TAAG) meet every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Road in Alden. For more information contact 231-331-4318.
Friday, January 3, 2025 - 9:00am to Thursday, January 30, 2025 - 5:00pm
There will be a Snowman Figurine on display at the Alden District Library from Friday, Jan. 3 through Thursday, Jan. 30. The display is Barb Van Pelt’s collection. The library is located at the Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Road. For more information contact 231-331-4318.
Monday, December 23, 2024 - 9:00am to Saturday, January 4, 2025 - 5:00pm
Join us during Bellaire Public School’s winter break for a drop in craftapalooza at the library. Whether you are a crafting pro or just want to try something new, we got everything you need to get started. No sign up is reqired and all ages are invited. Call the Bellaire Public Library at 231-533-8814 for more information.
Come and Sip & Shop all day long in downtown Bellaire on Saturday, Dec. 28. There will be drink specials and wine tasting along with After Christmas Sales.
On Saturday, Dec. 21 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. join Grass River Natural Area for a magical evening as we light up the bridges of our boardwalk with colorful lights and lanterns for one night only. Enjoy a ¼ mile winter stroll around our boardwalk with the bridges lit up with lights and then warm up with a campfire and hot cocoa at the pavilion. Inside the center we will have a variety of crafts to make. You can come any time during this two hour open house style event and walk the self guided trail. Snowshoes will be available for rent if there is deep snow. Cost is $5.
Residents living in and around Bellaire can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening on Thursday, Dec. 19 at the ASI Community Center Park, 102 S. Maple Street in Bellaire. Screenings can check for the level of plaque buildup in your arteries, related to risk for cardiovascular disease, stroke and overall vascular health, HDL and LDL, cholesterol levels, diabetes and kidney and thyroid function and more. Screenings are affordable and convenient.
The Friends of Alden District Library monthly meeting and Christmas luncheon is on Thursday, Dec. 19 at the Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Road. Social time starts at 9:30 a.m. with the meeting beginning at 10 a.m. The Christmas luncheon will be at the Torch Lake Beer Company at 12 p.m. You must RSVP by Tuesday, Dec. 17. For more information contact 231-331-4318.
On Saturday, Dec. 15 Light Up Mancelona will begin with a Pancake Breakfast with Santa at Mancelona High School from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Following the breakfast kids are invited to Antrim Outfitters in downtown Mancelona where Cheer Team volunteers and Santa will be offering more crafting opportunities from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday evening kicks off at 5 p.m. in downtown Triangle Park when Santa arrives by fire truck to assist with the village’s tree lighting before greeting children inside the Silver Screen Salon.
