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apr saturday HOPPIN’ DOWN THE 16 BUNNY TRAIL: Hop on down to Elk Rapids! Stop into participating shops to find seasonal items or complete tasks to be entered to win a Hunny Bunny Gift Basket. The Easter Bunny will be on River St. from 12-2pm. Bring the kids & get your picture taken. $2 per map. facebook.com/downtownelkrapids ----------------------

SPRING BIRD WALK: 9-11am, Grass River Natural Area, Bellaire. Take a guided spring bird walk to learn how to ID birds by sight & sound & how to log observations online using the eBird webpage or app. Pre-register. $5. grassriver.org/classes-and-programs.html ----------------------

EASTER FUN & GAMES: 10-11:30am, East Jordan Elementary School gymnasium. Games, prizes & candy. Only ages 5-12 can receive prizes. The Easter Bunny will be available for photos. ----------------------

EASTER WEEKEND ON THE FARM: 10am5pm, Myrtle & Maude’s, Williamsburg. Pancake breakfast: $5 adults, $3 kids, free for 2 & under (Sat. only). Pictures with the Easter Bunny on Sat. only. myrtleandmaudes.com ----------------------

of the life of Christ from birth to resurrection. ASL interpreted performance Sat., April 16. Politics. Religion. Betrayal. Redemption. It’s a love story. Featuring a cast & crew of over 200 people. No ticket needed. First come, first served. Free. newhope.cc ----------------------

CRYSTAL RIVER OUTFITTERS RECREATIONAL DISTRICT EASTER EGG HUNT: Crystal River Outfitters, Glen Arbor. Enjoy crafts & face painting at 3pm, followed by the Egg Hunt at 4pm, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet the Easter Bunny. Afterwards enjoy spring drinks & Peep ‘smores at the M22 Wine Patio. crystalriveroutfitters.com ----------------------

BIG FUN W/ DON JULIN, JEFF HAAS, JACK DRYDEN, RANDY MARSH & JOE WILSON: 7:30pm, Crooked Tree Arts Center, Theater, Petoskey. $20. crookedtree.org

apr sunday 17 EASTER WEEKEND ON THE FARM: 12-4pm, Myrtle & Maude’s, Williamsburg. Pancake breakfast: $5 adults, $3 kids, free for 2 & under (Sat. only). Pictures with the Easter Bunny on Sat. only. myrtleandmaudes.com

FRANKFORT EASTER EGG HUNT: 10am, Mineral Springs Park, Frankfort. Kids can hunt for over 3,000 eggs! Free. ----------------------

EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA: 11am-1pm, The Salvation Army Community Center, 1239 Barlow St., TC. Featuring crafts, an egg hunt, a family photo booth, ice cream truck, a bounce house, hot dogs & refreshments, & more. Free. centralusa.salvationarmy.org/traversecity/ events/family-easter-eggstravaganza ----------------------

FAIRGROUNDS EGG SCRAMBLE: 11am, Emmet County Fairgrounds, Petoskey. Join Emmet County Parks & Recreation for a fun afternoon for kids & adults. Bring your own baskets for egg hunts, food, & much more. Free. ----------------------

HARBOR SPRINGS EASTER EGG HUNT:

11am, Zorn Park, Harbor Springs. ----------------------

QUIET PARTY: 11am, McLean & Eakin Booksellers, Petoskey. Meet author & illustrator of “I Am Quiet,” Betsy Petersen. Have your personalized mini portrait drawn & enjoy snacks, games & more. Best for ages 2-7, but all ages welcome. RSVP: 231-347-1180. Free. ----------------------

BOOK SIGNINGS, HORIZON BOOKS,

TC: 12-2pm: Angela Crandall will sign her book “Twisted Tragic Love.” This poetry collection explores love’s connections with adoration, friendship, intimacy & desire. 2-4pm: Jim Olson will sign his book “Reindeer and the Easter Bunny.” horizonbooks.com ----------------------

EASTER ACTIVITIES: Crystal Mountain, Thompsonville. 1-3pm: Photos with the Easter Bunny at the Park at Water’s Edge. Also, paint your own flower pot or bunny bank for $10 per craft. crystalmountain.com/event/ easter-at-the-mountain ----------------------

“THE WINTER’S TALE” BY WILLIAM

SHAKESPEARE: (See Fri., April 15, except today’s times are 2pm & 7:30pm.) ----------------------

CHARLEVOIX EASTER EGG HUNT: 2pm, East Park, Charlevoix. For children up to 10 years old. Head to Downtown Charlevoix early to do an Easter-themed scavenger hunt. business.charlevoix.org/events/details/easter-egg-hunt-13851 ----------------------

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monday

GAYLORD AREA RESTAU-

RANT WEEK: April 18-24. Enjoy specials at participating restaurants. gaylordchamber. com/restaurant-week ----------------------

KID’S CRAFT LAB: STAINED GLASS

EARTH: 1pm & 3:30pm, Great Lakes Children’s Museum, TC. Create oceans & land with blue & green tissue paper. This project is perfect for hanging in a sunny window. Sign up when you reserve your attendance at the Museum. greatlakeskids.org ----------------------

NEW SLEEPING BEAR DUNES NATIONAL LAKESHORE FILM: “WATER, SAND, AND

SKY”: 7pm, City Opera House, TC. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Superintendent Scott Tucker will be in attendance to introduce the film, color overview of the national park & its most iconic sights. Free.

apr tuesday 19 STORYTIME ADVENTURES: 10:30am, 1pm & 3:30pm, Great Lakes Children’s Museum, TC. “The Runaway Bunny” by Margaret Wise Brown. Sign up when you reserve your spot at the Museum. greatlakeskids.org ----------------------

GAYLORD AREA RESTAURANT WEEK:

(See Mon., April 18) ----------------------

PETOSKEY BUSINESS AFTER HOURS:

5-7pm, City Park Grill, Petoskey. $10 Chamber members; $15 not-yet-members. petoskeychamber.com/business-after-hours ----------------------

FOL MOVIE NIGHT: 6:30-8:30pm, Bellaire Public Library. Featuring “Peanut Butter Falcon,” rated PG-13. Free. ----------------------

“WATER, SAND AND SKY” FILM PRE-

MIERE: 7pm, Glen Lake Community Library, Empire. Explore the stunning landscapes, rich biodiversity, & captivating history of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The national park features miles of sand beach, towering bluffs, lush forests, & clear inland lakes, & is a vital part of the world’s largest freshwater dune ecosystem. Free. glenlakelibrary.net 18 • april 18, 2022 • Northern Express Weekly

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Known for his unusual raspy and high-pitched voice as Zed in the “Police Academy” franchise, Bobcat Goldthwait has also had a thriving career as a writer, director, voice actor and stand-up comedian. Laugh with him at the Traverse City Comedy Club on Fri., April 22 at 7:30pm or 10pm, or Sat., April 23 at 7pm or 9:30pm. Tickets: $30$35. traversecitycomedyclub.com

GTHC PROGRAM: SAWYERING ON THE NCT: 7pm, Boardman River Nature Center, TC. Grand Traverse Hiking Club monthly meeting & program: “Sawyering on the North Country Trail.” Free. facebook.com/GTHikers ----------------------

NWS VIRTUAL EVENT: JOY HARJO: 7pm. This internationally renowned performer & writer of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation who is serving her second term as the 23rd Poet Laureate of the United States will discuss “An American Sunrise,” her volume of work informed by her tribal history & connection to the land. Free. nationalwritersseries.org/product/joy-harjo ----------------------

SWEETWATER EVENING GARDEN

CLUB APRIL SPEAKER: 7pm, Acme Township Hall, Williamsburg. Featuring Brad Kik, co-director from Crosshatch Center for Art & Ecology in Bellaire, speaking on sharing common ground through small farms, gardens, arts, work & food. RSVP: 938-9611. Free.

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TAURANT WEEK: (See Mon., April 18) -------------

DENNOS FILM SERIES:

1pm & 2:30pm, Dennos Museum Center, Dutmers Theatre, TC. “America’s National Parks at 100.” Take a tour through iconic Yellowstone & the Grand Canyon & discover smaller, hidden treasures throughout the country as you explore the agency’s evolution over the last century. Register. Free. shop.dennosmuseum. org/product/national-parks-100/4919 ----------------------

AFTERNOON DELIGHT: 4-6pm, Harbor Springs Area Chamber office, 118 E. Main St., Harbor Springs. Enjoy appetizers & drinks & find out what’s happening around town. Free. harborspringschamber.com/events/details/afternoon-delight-at-the-chamber-office-11408 ----------------------

BIKE RIDE WITH GRAND TRAVERSE CITIZENS’ CLIMATE LOBBY & NORTE:

6pm, F&M Park, TC. It’s a Slow Roll! Celebrate neighbors, community, bicycles & staying healthy. Meet at 5:50pm at F&M Park & ride around town & on the Tart trail (about 3-4 miles), then ending at The Little Fleet. Free. facebook.com/events/380445203597963 ----------------------

NEA BIG READ: POET CECELIA LAPOINTE:

7pm, Petoskey District Library Carnegie Building. An evening of poetry & discussion of boarding schools & healing justice. Good Hart Artist Residency is one of the partners for the Big Read, & Cecelia will be their artist in residence for the week they come to speak. Cecelia is the founder & executive director of the Native Justice Coalition. petoskeylibrary.org ----------------------

INTERLOCHEN ARTS ACADEMY SINGER-SONGWRITER & POP ENSEMBLE:

BECOMING OURSELVES: 7:30pm, Interlochen Center for the Arts, Corson Auditorium. Enjoy diverse selections in a wide variety of genres, styles, & instrumentations. $14 full price; $11 student. interlochen.org/events/ singer-songwriter-and-pop-ensemble-becoming-ourselves-2022-04-20

apr thursday 21 FREE LAUNDRY SERVICE FOR THOSE IN NEED: 8:30-11:30am, Traverse City Laundry, 1131 S. Garfield Ave., TC. Held the first & third Thursdays of the month. 947-3780. ----------------------

KID’S CRAFT LAB: STAINED GLASS

EARTH: (See Mon., April 18 except today’s times are 10:30am, 1pm & 3:30pm.) ----------------------

GAYLORD AREA RESTAURANT WEEK:

(See Mon., April 18) ----------------------

DO IT FOR DANIEL: 5:30pm, TC West Senior High School. Traverse City Area Public Schools, in partnership with EverGROWTH Consulting & the Good Works Lab, presents this free community screening of “Do It For Daniel,” a documentary about Daniel Olson’s life. Daniel was an All-State quarterback for

the Ishpeming football team, & had a great family & friends, & few people knew the battles of depression & anxiety he was fighting on the inside. Daniel ultimately took his own life, not because he wanted to die, but because he just couldn’t live with the pain any longer. Coach Jeff Olson, Daniel’s father, will present the documentary. eventbrite.com/e/tcaps-presentsdo-it-for-daniel-at-west-senior-high-tickets277033182707?utm-campaign=social&utmcontent=attendeeshare&utmmedium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utmsource=cp& ----------------------

IAF: CLIMATE CHANGE - RISKS & RE-

SPONSES: 6pm, NMC, TC. Featuring Principal Climate Scientist, Climate & Energy Program, Union of Concerned Scientists Rachel Licker, Ph.D. In-person ticket: $15. Livestream access for non-members: $10 suggested donation. tciaf.com/event-4-21-2022 ----------------------

OPEN MIC POETRY NIGHT: 6pm, Benzie Shores District Library, Frankfort. Celebrate Poetry Month by stepping up to the mic to share your favorite poem or poetry you have written. Or just come listen. Each reader will have 3-5 minutes to read depending upon total number of participants. Free. benzieshoreslibrary.org ----------------------

OWLS & AMPHIBIANS DUSK WALK:

7:30-9pm, Grass River Natural Area, Bellaire. Listen & look for signs of spring like owls calling, frogs singing, or salamanders migrating. $10/person. grassriver.org ----------------------

WIND SYMPHONY: FRIENDS OF THE INTERLOCHEN PUBLIC LIBRARY BENEFIT

CONCERT: 7:30pm, Interlochen Center for the Arts, Corson Auditorium. Dr. Matthew Schlomer & the Wind Symphony explore the many ways to listen to sounds. $8.50 full; $5.50 student. interlochen.org/events/wind-symphony-friends-interlochen-public-library-benefitconcert-2022-04-21

apr friday 22 THE BIG NATURE SIT ON EARTH DAY: 6-9am, Grass River Natural Area, Bellaire. Meet in the main parking lot & hike out to the Grass River dock. Find a space on the boardwalk to sit quietly & observe the sights & sounds of nature coming to life. Bring a portable, quiet camp chair, a flashlight/headlamp, binoculars (or borrow some from GRNA), quiet snacks, & warm clothes. Register early. $10. grassriver.org ----------------------

EARTH DAY WORKBEE EVENTS: 10am2pm. Help the GTCD staff with Boardman River streambank restoration efforts by planting native tree & shrub seedlings in the Brown Bridge bottomlands. natureiscalling.org/events ----------------------

STORYTIME ADVENTURES: (See Tues., April 19) ----------------------

GAYLORD AREA RESTAURANT WEEK:

(See Mon., April 18) ----------------------

EARTH DAY CONCERT: 12-8pm. Held under a tent outside of the NMC Innovation Center on main campus, TC. Bands include headliners Erin Zindle and the Ragbirds, with openers Silver Creek Revival, & featuring The Lofteez, Stonefolk, Jimmy Olson/Friends, Avid Kain, & Skylea with David Chown. Free. ----------------------

2ND ANNUAL GREAT LAKES CLEAN-

UP: April 22 - May 6. The Watershed Center & local partners will host several public beach cleanups. Today’s will be held at the Eyaawing Museum & Cultural Center in Peshawbestown at 2:30pm. Register. gtbay.org/ events/great-lakes-cleanup

“EYES ON THE FOREST: SENTINEL TREE

WORKSHOP”: 3-4:30pm, Boardman River Nature Center, Oleson Pavilion, TC. Join GTCD & MSU Extension at this workshop to be trained on how to identify signs of invasive pests & how to monitor & report the condition of sentinel trees. Register. Free. gtcd.wufoo.com/ forms/mu8c9ct1jj93k6 ----------------------

CULTIVATING THE CURE. EXPLORING

THE BENEFITS OF CANNABIS: 3-5pm, Pincanna Kalkaska, 786 S. Cedar St. (US 131) at M-66. Learn how nature can help you heal. Featuring Vince Volovlek, founder of Michigan Organic Rub. Sponsored by Northern Express. Raffles, CBD samples, swag, giveaways, Trout Fest deals. Free. pincanna.com ----------------------

EARTH DAY CRAFTS & ACTIVITIES:

3-5pm, Elk Rapids District Library. From 3-5pm stop by the Island House to go birding & build a bug hotel. Free. elkrapidslibrary.org/ earth-day-crafts-and-activities ----------------------

WATER, SAND, & SKY FILM PREMIERE AT

THE HOMESTEAD: 6pm, The Homestead, Mountain Flowers Lodge, Glen Arbor. The kid friendly, family showing will begin at 6pm & conclude with a sunset hike to the top of Bay Mountain overlooking the Sleeping Bear Lakeshore. Atop Bay Mountain, yard games will be available. The Main showing will begin at 9pm following the sunset hike. Reserve your free spot: mynorthtickets.com/events/watersand-and-sky-film-premiere-at-the-homestead-4-22-2022-105306 ----------------------

2040 FILM SCREENING: 6:30-8:30pm, Old Town Playhouse, TC. The film screening will be followed by short talks about personal climate actions by GT Citizens’ Climate Lobby, West Senior High School Environmental Club students & TC Central High School students for environmental advocacy. The film is rated PG. Free. facebook.com/events/714746189889302 ----------------------

LONE WOLF COLLABORATION: 6:30pm, Crooked Tree Arts Center, Theater, Petoskey. A live collaborative music & dance performance involving the CTAC School of Ballet, The Croft Residency, Goodhart Artist Residency, Big Water Creative Arts & Pellston Schools. Donation. crookedtree.org/event/ ctac-petoskey/lone-wolf-collaboration ----------------------

TC TRAIL RUNNING FESTIVAL: 6:30pm, Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort, TC. Tonight includes the 5K & 10K Relay. Register. tctrailrunningfestival.com/registration ----------------------

COMEDY WITH BOBCAT GOLDTHWAIT:

7:30pm & 10pm, TC Comedy Club, TC. Since his first appearance at the age of 20 on the David Letterman show in 1983, Bobcat has gone on to maintain a thriving career as a writer, director, actor, voice actor, & stand-up comedian. $30-$35. traversecitycomedyclub.com

apr saturday 23 ARCADIA MARSH BIRDING: 7am. Leonard & Barb Graf will guide an exploration of this extensive wetland & the surrounding fields. They will meet at Meijer on U.S. 31 South in TC & lead a caravan to the marsh. 946-5120 or bluethroat@charter.net. Bring a lunch. Free. ----------------------

TC TRAIL RUNNING FESTIVAL: 8am, Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort, TC. Today features the 100K/50K, 25K & 10K. tctrailrunningfestival.com/registration ----------------------

7TH ANNUAL BIG LITTLE HERO RACE: 9am, NMC, TC. 1 mile fun run/walk: Free to participate & free cape for kids. 5K run/walk:

$20 students; $25 adults. 10K run: $25 students; $30 adults. Virtual: $15 all. All races begin & finish near the West Hall Innovation building. There will also be food, an inflatable obstacle course, live music by Drew Hale, & more. Benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan & NMC’s College for Kids. biglittleherorace.com ----------------------

HBA HOME EXPO: 9am-5pm, Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, Acme. Sponsored by the Home Builders Association of the Grand Traverse Area. Featuring exhibits of over 100 building contractors, landscapers, financiers, & other businesses related to the region’s construction & remodeling industry. $12 per person; $10 pre-sale; $20/family pass. hbagta.com ----------------------

2022 SPRING WORK BEE: 10am-noon. TART Trails is hosting work bees at various locations along the trail network. If you have light tools, bring them. Please register ahead of time. 941-4300. Free. traversetrails.org/event/ tart-trails-spring-work-bee ----------------------

EARTH DAY TREE PLANTING: 10am-2pm, Goodhart Farms Nature Preserve, Harbor Springs. Join LTC staff for a day of tree planting & giving back. Bring water, gloves & a lunch. ----------------------

EARTH DAY WORKBEE EVENTS: (See Fri., April 22) ----------------------

5K TAKE A HIKE HELP FIGHT THE

FIGHT: The Barracks, South Boardman, 5210 E. Boardman Rd., TC. Presented by 22 2 None. Hike a 5K around South Boardman to help raise awareness of veteran suicide & the inner struggles of men & women who have served our country. Check-in, 11am; Opening, 11:30am; Hike, noon. There will be food available for purchase from area

GAYLORD AREA RESTAURANT WEEK:

(See Mon., April 18) ----------------------

MARCH TO BRING HOPE!: 11am, City Park, next to Shay Locomotive, Cadillac. Supports survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse & those who suffer with anxiety & depression. Walk ends at the Presbyterian Church on Harris St. Join there for drinks & doughnuts & a short program. 231-846-4495. ----------------------

MOREL MUSHROOM SEMINAR WITH THE

CHAMP: 11am, Traverse Area District Library, McGuire Community Room, TC. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first time picker, you are bound to find a new perspective to gathering the elusive morel with (retired) five time National Morel Hunting Champion, Anthony Williams. Registration required. Free. events.tadl. org/event/morel-mushroom-seminar-champ ----------------------

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION: 1-3pm, Interlochen Public Library. Stem kit activities, snacks & a make & take craft. 231-276-6767. ----------------------

“WATER, SAND, AND SKY”: 2pm, 3pm & 4pm, The Bay Theatre, Suttons Bay. Community-wide premiere. This movie explores the stunning landscapes, rich biodiversity, & history of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Free. thebaytheatre.com ----------------------

ANTHONY WILLIAMS, MOREL MASTER:

2pm, Glen Lake Community Library, Program Room, Empire. Learn about the elusive morel mushroom with world champion hunter Anthony Williams of Boyne City. Anthony serves as the “Expert in Residence” for the

COMEDY WITH BOBCAT GOLDTHWAIT:

(See Fri., April 22, except tonight’s times are 7pm & 9:30pm.) ----------------------

TAKE TO THE SKY: 7pm, Great Lakes Center for the Arts, Bay Harbor. Presented by Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra. Featuring violin soloist Dmitri Berlinsky. Pre-concert talk with Music Director Libor Ondras at 6pm. $35, $45, $65. glcorchestra.org ----------------------

NMC JAZZ BAND SPRING CONCERT:

7:30pm, Dennos Museum Center, Milliken Auditorium, NMC, TC. $7-$15. nmcmusicdepartment.simpletix.com ----------------------

DOKKEN + GEORGE LYNCH: 8-11pm, Little River Casino Resort, Manistee. Guitarist & songwriter George Lynch performs with heavy metal band Dokken. Songs include “Kiss Of Death,” “When Heaven Comes Down,” & “Tooth And Nail.” $35, $45, $50. lrcr.com/eventcalendar/concerts/dokken-george-lynch

apr sunday 24 BIRD WALK WITH GRAND TRAVERSE AUDUBON CLUB: 7:30am. Join Kirk Waterstripe from the Grand Traverse Audubon Club for a birding experience designed for those just getting started, or wanting to polish their skills. Meet in the Grand Traverse Area Children’s Garden, directly behind the Traverse Area District Library, TC. Dress for the weather & wear your walking shoes. Free. events.tadl.org/events/bird-walkgrand-traverse-audubon-club HBA HOME EXPO: (See Sat., April 23, except today’s times are 11am-3pm.) ----------------------

ELITE WEDDING EXPO: 12-3:30pm, Park Place Hotel & Conference Center, TC. Featuring a vast collection of wedding planning professionals: everything from cakes & favors to photographers, reception sites & much more. $10 advance; $15 door. eliteweddingexpo.com ----------------------

11TH ANNUAL YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS

FESTIVAL PERFORMANCE: 1:30pm, City Opera House, TC. Six original one act plays performed as a stage reading. These plays are written by regional high school students who have been matched with national playwright mentors. Free. cityoperahouse.org/node/376 ----------------------

FIRST CONTACT: WHEN THE INDIANS

AND EUROPEANS FIRST MET: 2pm, Helena Township Community Center, Alden. Robert Downes, author of “Windigo Moon” & “The Wolf and The Willow,” shares stories of first contact between Native peoples & the Vikings, English colonists & French voyageurs with a focus on the Anishinaabek & tribes of the Great Lakes. Sponsored by Friends of Alden District Library. 231-331-4318. Free. ----------------------

NMC CHILDREN’S CHOIR: 3pm, Lars Hockstad Auditorium, TC. Enjoy an afternoon of choral music from around the world. Dolce, Bel Canto, Intermezzo, & Cantus Choirs. $7$12. nmcmusicdepartment.simpletix.com ----------------------

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3pm, GT Circuit, TC. Chateau Chantal wine, food from the Good Bowl. $20 donation.

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