August 2026

Edwin Robert Giddings

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Sheila Marie Paradis

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Jennifer Anne Stone

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Jack M. Findlay

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Hardware

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Bellaire and Central Lake Hardware - Great jobs with a great local team! We are looking for customer-focused, reliable team members. To apply, email your resume to aldenhardware@gmail.com.

 

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Torch Lake Camps Display Extended Through Sept. 29

Published by admin on Wed, 08/26/2026 - 1:29pm
Date: 
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 - 9:30am to Tuesday, September 29, 2026 - 5:00pm

The Torch Lake Camps historical display at the Alden District Library has been extended through Sept. 29. The free exhibit, which opened in August, features materials from the Alden Depot Museum and can be viewed during regular library hours: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday; and 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. The library is located in the Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Road in Alden. For information, call 231-331-4318.

 

September StoryWalk Features ‘How Chipmunk Got His Stripes’

Published by admin on Wed, 08/26/2026 - 1:28pm
Date: 
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 8:00am to Tuesday, September 29, 2026 - 8:00pm

Families can visit Coy Mountain, 9011 Valley St. in Alden, Sept. 1-29 for the monthly StoryWalk®, featuring “How Chipmunk Got His Stripes” by Joseph Bruchac and James Bruchac. The story covers about a half-mile portion of the trail, allowing visitors to read while enjoying a walk through the woods. Coy Mountain is open daily from dawn to dusk. The program is sponsored by the Alden District Library.

 

Friends of Alden District Library to Meet

Published by admin on Wed, 08/26/2026 - 1:27pm
Date: 
Thursday, September 17, 2026 - 9:30am

The Friends of Alden District Library will hold its monthly meeting Thursday, Sept. 17, at the Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Road in Alden. Social time begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by the regular meeting at 10 a.m. Discussion will include upcoming programs and activities as well as volunteer opportunities. Anyone interested in supporting the library is welcome. For information, call 231-331-4318.

 

Green Elk Rapids to Host Free ‘Extraordinary Caterpillar’ Screening

Published by admin on Wed, 08/26/2026 - 1:26pm
Date: 
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 - 6:00pm

Green Elk Rapids will host a free screening of “The Extraordinary Caterpillar” at 6 p.m. Sept. 16 at the Elk Rapids Cinema Theater. The 60-minute documentary explores the important role caterpillars play in maintaining healthy ecosystems, using 4K cinematography and close-up footage captured in meadows, city parks and backyard gardens. Designed for viewers of all ages, the film also offers practical ways families can support local wildlife in their communities. Admission is free. The screening is sponsored by the Grand Traverse Butterfly Zoo, Short’s Brewery, and Cellar 152.

Program to Explore Efforts to Keep Torch Lake Blue

Published by admin on Wed, 08/26/2026 - 1:25pm
Date: 
Sunday, September 13, 2026 - 2:00pm

Joseph of the Torch Lake Protection Alliance will present a summary of the Keep Torch Lake Blue Project at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13, at the Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Road in Alden. The project, launched in 2022 following concerns about persistent benthic algae, is studying Torch Lake water quality through work with the U.S. Geological Survey. Findings are expected to have implications for the greater Chain of Lakes, with the USGS final report expected in late 2026 or early 2027. The program is free and sponsored by the Alden District Library.

Story Time With Miss Lona Features Squirrel Theme

Published by admin on Wed, 08/26/2026 - 1:25pm
Date: 
Saturday, September 12, 2026 - 10:00am

Story Time with Miss Lona will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Alden District Library, 8751 Helena Road in Alden. Miss Lona will read squirrel-themed stories and lead participants in making a simple craft. For information, call 231-331-4318.

 

Books ‘n Brie Book Club to Select Upcoming Reads

Published by admin on Wed, 08/26/2026 - 1:24pm
Date: 
Thursday, September 10, 2026 - 3:30pm

The Books ‘n Brie Book Club will meet at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, at the Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Road in Alden. Participants will meet with fellow book lovers and select the club’s reading choices for the next 11 months. The free event is sponsored by the Alden District Library. For information, call 231-331-4318.

 

Photography Workshop to Feature James Wyant

Published by admin on Wed, 08/26/2026 - 1:23pm
Date: 
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 - 5:30pm

Master photographer James Wyant will discuss black-and-white photography, the use of color filters and infrared photography during an Antrim Photography Workshop at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, at the Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Road in Alden. Cost for nonmembers is $10 per class. RSVP with Lisa at 231-313-8820 or LL.pics44@gmail.com. For information, call 231-331-4318.

 

Bellaire Public Library Annual Labor Day Walk - Barb Roberts Memorial

Published by admin on Wed, 08/26/2026 - 1:23pm
Date: 
Monday, September 7, 2026 - 10:00am

Join us for our Annual Labor Day Walk through Bellaire. Meet at the Richardi Park Gazebo in Bellaire at 10 a.m., we will walk the three bridges together. Any donations will benefit the library in memory of Barb Roberts. All are welcome. For details call the library at 231-533-8814.

 

Friends of Alden District Library to Hold Book Sale

Published by admin on Wed, 08/26/2026 - 1:22pm
Date: 
Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 9:00am

The Friends of Alden District Library will hold a book sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5, at the Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Road in Alden. Books, DVDs, music CDs, puzzles and games will be available. Proceeds will benefit enrichment programs for adults and children. For information, call 231-331-4318.
 

Alden Sidewalk Sales, Art and Craft Show Set for September

Published by admin on Wed, 08/26/2026 - 1:22pm
Date: 
Friday, September 4, 2026 - 10:00am to Sunday, September 6, 2026 - 5:00pm

Downtown Alden will host its annual Sidewalk Sales from Friday, Sept. 4, through Sunday, Sept. 6, offering visitors an opportunity to shop in the downtown area. The weekend will also feature an Art & Craft Show from Saturday, Sept. 5, through Monday, Sept. 7, at Depot Park. The events are presented by the Downtown Alden Business Association. Directions to Alden are available at visitalden.com.

 

History Hounds Program at Bellaire Public Library

Published by admin on Wed, 08/26/2026 - 1:21pm
Date: 
Thursday, September 3, 2026 - 3:00pm

History Hounds is a monthly program hosted by the Bellaire Area Historical Society at the Bellaire Public Library. A program focused on an aspect of Michigan history will be presented on the Bellaire Public Library’s big screen the first Thursday of the month at 3 p.m. There will be refreshments and time for discussion afterwards. Each video is about an hour long. The Bellaire Public Library is located at 111 S. Bridge St., Bellaire. For details call the library at 231-533-8814.

 

A Special Afternoon with Gary Griffith at the Bellaire Public Library

Published by admin on Wed, 08/26/2026 - 1:20pm
Date: 
Monday, August 31, 2026 - 3:00pm

Please join us as we welcome Gary Griffith, a Bellaire-born and raised author, for a afternoon of reading and conversation at the library from 3-4 p.m. The Bellaire Public Library is located at 111 S. Bridge St., Bellaire. For details call the library at 231-533-8814.

 

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