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nov saturday HYBRID VIRTUAL FARMNORTHERN HOME & COTTAGE 2020 VIRTUAL TOUR: (See Sat., Nov. 14) ---------------------14 LAND 5K & FREE FOR ALL BIKE: 1045 Rasho Rd., TC. Challenge yourself on the HOLIDAY COOKIE STORY EXCHANGE VIA ZOOM: 1pm. Everyone makes a holiday sweet, shares what the end result should look like, exoriginal course anytime from changes the recipe & tells the stories behind the Dec. 4-6 & still get your fin- holiday concoctions. After you register, you will isher medal & event souve- receive further instructions on how to send in your nir. A classic, European style turf grass course recipe that will be made into a booklet for each awaits you with optional knee high barriers in- participant who shares on the day of the event as cluding straw bales, fallen logs, wood fence & well as instructions on how to join the event. Free. stone fence. Traverse over grass or snow & ice, wooded dirt trails, & farmland running terrain. tadl.org/event/holiday-cookie-story-exchange ---------------------Register by Dec. 3. runsignup.com/farmland5k ---------------------LADIES WEEKEND OUT: (See Sat., Nov. 14) ---------------------NORTHERN HOME & COTTAGE 2020 VIR TUAL TOUR: Featuring eight homes in north TC BEER WEEK: (See Sat., Nov. 14) ---------------------ern MI, along with contractors, designers & THE GREAT PETOSKEY TAKE OUT: (See homeowners. Tickets are a suggested dona- Sat., Nov. 14) tion of $15. Benefits Child & Family Services of Northwest Michigan. mynorthtickets.com ---------------------HOMEBUYER EDUCATION: 9am-4pm. This nov monday workshop will answer questions & give you the tools you need to become a homeowner. Held via Zoom. nmcaa.force.com/NMCAACFT/NW16 NCMC ONLINE HISTORY TALK: 7pm. Safe Ashore: The 1940 Armistice Day Storm. SHOP__TrainingCenterCPS Unequalled in wind velocity by -------------------- -- any other recorded storm on VASA TRAIL RUN: SOLD OUT: 9am. Event the Great Lakes, the Armistice Storm was born is limited to 225 people. Rolling start with small on the west coast, where it toppled a suspenwaves to keep participants distanced & safe. sion bridge before ripping towards the Great 5K, 10K & 25K run through the Vasa Head Lakes. When it hit Lake Michigan, it roared at Trail. Register. runvasa.com 125 mph, & slammed into several freighters. -------------------- -- Ric Mixter was the first to create a documentaLADIES WEEKEND OUT: Harbor Springs, ry on this storm, featuring two survivors aboard Nov. 12-15. Get your passport at any partici- the doomed freighter Novadoc. Free. ncmclifepating business over these four days, make purchases, get them initialed at the shops & longlearning.com/event-4021916 ---------------------make a wish list for your loved ones. Turn in HYBRID VIRTUAL FARMLAND 5K & FREE your passport at the Harbor Springs Chamber of Commerce & be eligible for prize drawings. FOR ALL BIKE: (See Sat., Nov. 14) ------------------------------------------- NORTHERN HOME & COTTAGE 2020 VIRSHOP YOUR COMMUNITY DAYS: Downtown TC, Nov. 12-14. When you shop, TUAL TOUR: (See Sat., Nov. 14) ---------------------5% of your purchase amount will be do- COFFEE HOURS WITH STATE SEN. WAYNE nated to one of 35 charities of your choice. SCHMIDT, R-TC: 11am-noon, Cafe Sante, ---------------------- Boyne City. For constituents throughout the 37th TC BEER WEEK: Nov. 13-20. A self-guided tour featuring northern Michigan breweries & restauSenate District. senatorwayneschmidt.com ---------------------rants. You can track your tour in a Beer Week app & enter to win prizes. traversecity.com/tcbw TC BEER WEEK: (See Sat., Nov. 14) ------------------------------------------- THE GREAT PETOSKEY TAKE OUT: (See THE GREAT PETOSKEY TAKE OUT: Nov. Sat., Nov. 14) 13-22. Because of COVID-19, the Petoskey Chamber created this new event which focuses on people ordering take-out from area restaurants in a safe way to support the restaurants & nov tuesday staff. Enjoy family meals, dinner or lunch specials at great prices. petoskeychamber.com ---------------------17 NATIONAL WRITERS SERIES & PARALLEL 45 THEATRE: “THE THANKSDOODLE ART DAY: 1-3pm, Twisted Fish, Cot- GIVING PLAY”: 7pm. Featage Gallery, Elk Rapids. Held the second Sat. turing a conversation with of each month. Free. twistedfishgallery.com/ award-winning playwright Larissa FastHorse. event/doodle-day-in-the-cottage-gallery-22 This contemporary satire explores the beloved ---------------------- national holiday & asks, “How does one cel14TH ANNUAL POWER OF THE PURSE - VIR- ebrate Thanksgiving & Native American HeriTUAL: 7-9pm. Silent auction, live raffle. Donate to tage Month at the same time?” Online. $12 per your favorite virtual waiter & 40% of the proceeds person. mynorthtickets.com/events/the-thankssupport the small business of their choice. Tickets: giving-play-presented-by-the-national-writersotsegounitedway.com. 989-732-8929. $15-$50. ---------------------series-parallel-45-theatre-11-17-2020 ----------------------

GOPHERWOOD CONCERTS: THE SWEET HYBRID VIRTUAL FARMLAND 5K & FREE

WATER WARBLERS - ONLINE: 7pm. Enjoy this folk trio comprised of Rachael Davis, LindFOR ALL BIKE: (See Sat., Nov. 14) ---------------------say Lou & May Erlewine. $20-$50. crowdcast. JEFF DANIELS: ONLINE & UNPLUGGED: io/e/sweet-water-warblers-at/register 7:30pm. A virtual event, join Emmy award-winning actor, director, singer/songwriter Jeff Daniels for an intimate concert experience full of nov sunday NOVEMBER ACCESS: original songs & personal stories from his stage & movie career that only he can tell. Stick around after the live virtual performance for a 15-30 min. 15 SCULPTURE TOUR AT DENNOS MUSEUM: 1pm, Dennos audience Q&A following the show. The questions submitted will be reviewed, with some then Museum Center, NMC, TC. passed along to Jeff for reply. $15. crowdcast. Cost is $5 & includes full access to the exhibits after the tour as io/e/jeffdanielscityoperanov17/register ---------------------well as a spot in the “Make Your Own Sculpture NORTHERN HOME & COTTAGE 2020 VIRClass” led by Jason Dake from Dennos & Jane Kittendorf from Arts for All. artsforallnmi.org TUAL TOUR: (See Sat., Nov. 14) ------------------------------------------- PEEPERS: TERRIFIC TURKEYS: 10-11am, HYBRID VIRTUAL FARMLAND 5K & FREE Boardman River Nature Center, outside, TC. FOR ALL BIKE: (See Sat., Nov. 14) For ages 3-5. Featuring stories, crafts, music 16 • nov 16, 2020 • Northern Express Weekly

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send your dates to: events@traverseticker.com

The 2020 Toy Trot 5K is happening Sat., Nov. 21 at 122 S. Mitchell St., Cadillac (starting on Lake St. by pavilion). Register now: $35 for 18 & up, and $25 for under 18. This is the ninth year this race has been held and it benefits Toys for Tots of Wexford and Missaukee counties. racewire.com/register.php?id=11788

& discovery activities. $5. natureiscalling.org/ preschool-peepers-schedule ---------------------TC BEER WEEK: (See Sat., Nov. 14) ----------------------

CONNECTING WOMEN IN BUSINESS:

11:30am. Virtual Meeting on Remo. Amanda Agati, senior vice president, managing director & chief investment strategist for PNC Financial Services will be providing a look at key indicators impacting the 2021 economy. Topic is: “What a long strange trip it’s been…”; the path forward for investors in 2021. petoskeychamber.com ---------------------THE GREAT PETOSKEY TAKE OUT: (See Sat., Nov. 14) ----------------------

EVENINGS UNDER THE STARS: LEONIDS

METEOR SHOWER: 5:30pm, Headlands International Dark Sky Park, Mackinaw City. $5/person. facebook.com/events/2698775100216774

nov wednesday 18 HOCKEY, EPIC CONFRONTATION: CANADA VS. RUSSIA: 6:30pm via Zoom. Join author Greg Franke as he describes the drama & excitement of this huge rivalry during the Cold War. Registration required. Once you register you will receive an email with further instructions. Free. tadl.org/hockey ----------------------

HYBRID VIRTUAL FARMLAND 5K & FREE

FOR ALL BIKE: (See Sat., Nov. 14) ---------------------TCNEWTECH RECONNECT EVENT: 3-7pm. Held on the Brazen platform. For job seekers looking for career opportunities in northwest lower Michigan. app.brazenconnect.com/a/ Michigan/e/anQpw

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TIP OF THE MITT SCORE OFFERS FREE

WEBINAR: 8:30-10am. Offered to the business community re. business credit basics for start-up businesses. Register in advance. Click on ‘Take A Workshop.’ tipofthemitt.score.org ---------------------TC BEER WEEK: (See Sat., Nov. 14) ----------------------

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION FO-

RUM: Noon. Presented by the League of Women Voters Leelanau County. Held via Zoom. For info, email: lwvleelanau@gmail.com. Featuring Northern Michigan 3E & Northwest Michigan United for Racial Equity. 231-313-0359. Free. ---------------------THE GREAT PETOSKEY TAKE OUT: (See Sat., Nov. 14)

nov thursday

STORIES @ HOME: TELL-

19 ING TALL TALES: 11am. “How the Birch Tree Got its Burns.” Also enjoy a short craft. Log on to www.greatlakeskids.org/offerings to get a supply list & to participate. ----------------------

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TUAL TOUR: (See Sat., Nov. 14) ---------------------GET CRAFTY @ HOME: 1pm. Unbelievable Weave-Able. Weave a colorful mat for the table with fall colors & crazy patterns. Log on to www. greatlakeskids.org/offerings to get a supply list & to participate.

nov friday 20 DOWNTOWN TC TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY: This event will be done as a broadcast. Prepare for the event with Michigan This Morning broadcasts on 9&10 News & Local 32 from 5-9am, The FOUR from 4-5pm, & the 9&10 News broadcast from 5-6:30pm. Watch Santa light up downtown TC from the comfort of your own living room live during the 9&10 News & Local 32 6pm news broadcast. ----------------------

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EARLIER THAN THE BIRD:

21 7-11am, Downtown Boyne City. Wear pajamas & shop deals. Stop at the Sunset Park Log Cabin before you shop as the first 125 shoppers in line will receive a free gift & a buyer’s guide. boynechamber.com ----------------------

HYBRID VIRTUAL FARMLAND 5K & FREE

FOR ALL BIKE: (See Sat., Nov. 14) ---------------------2020 TOY TROT 5K: 9am. 122 S. Mitchell St. (starting on Lake St. by pavillion), Cadillac. Benefits Toys for Tots of Wexford & Missaukee counties. $25-$35. racewire.com/register. php?id=11788 ----------------------

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BENZIE COUNTY DEMOCRATS MONTHLY

MEETING: 9:30am, Benzie County Democratic Party Headquarters, 9930 Honor Hwy., Honor. Meetings on third Saturday of the month, with 9:30am coffee klatch, 10am community announcements, followed by featured speaker. Free. benziedemocrats.com ----------------------

DOWNTOWN BELLAIRE 3RD ANNUAL

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE: 10am-10pm. Participating shops, tasting rooms & restaurants will have specials, discounts, product samples & much more. ---------------------MODEL RAILROAD ZOOM MEETING: 10am1pm. National Model Railroad Association North Central Region Division 2 Monthly Zoom Meeting. Will include a presentation on model railroading & a show & tell. For login & password contact: info@ncrdivision2.groups.io Free. ---------------------SUTTONS BAY SATURDAY: Each participating merchant will donate up to 10% of their sales to an area non-profit (selected by you). suttonsbayarea.com/suttons-bay-saturday-holiday-open-house ---------------------GARY JULIANO - MEET THE ARTIST: 11am1pm, The Flying Pig, Bellaire. Join local landscape painter Gary Juliano as he displays his technique & answers questions. ---------------------THE GREAT PETOSKEY TAKE OUT: (See Sat., Nov. 14) ----------------------

DOWNTOWN STROLLING LIGHT PARADE:

5-9pm, Downtown TC. Twelve non-profit organizations will be scattered throughout downtown TC, each displaying their own rendition of the popular holiday song “Twelve Days of Christmas.” Vote for your favorite entry on-site & online. Proceeds will benefit the Downtown Relief Fund & participating non-profits. Each vote will cost $1 with the option of a larger donation. The winning entry will be the Honorary Grand Marshall of the 2021 Downtown Traverse City Light Parade. downtowntc.com/downtown-light-parade ----------------------

GOPHERWOOD CONCERT: LUKE WIN-

SLOW-KING: 7pm. A Cadillac native singer/ songwriter, Luke broadcasts from Spain, with an evening of songs & stories, new & old. $15. crowdcast.io/e/gopherwood-presents-luke/regi ster?fbclid=IwAR0hEDtVLwJaZHKfjEGXd8Yel 5vpf8KA-Kksk1jlbgw_JpyMnaF8DXPbgZE

nov sunday 22 3RD ANNUAL CRANKSGIVING: Part bicycle ride, part food drive to benefit local charities & families as they prepare for Thanksgiving. Decide if you want to team up or ride alone. Register. Check the list of food items to collect. Commit at least one act of random kindness. Check in between 11am-noon at either the Wheelhouse in TC or the Chain Hub (Rotary Park) in Elk Rapids. Presented by Norte & Food Rescue of Northwest Michigan. At least $25 for food items. elgruponorte.org/cranksgiving/?mc_ cid=d187e4c7cf&mc_eid=df24b9efb4 ----------------------

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helping hands BASKETS OF BOUNTY HOLIDAY DONA-

TION DRIVE FOR AREA SENIORS: The Grand Traverse County Commission on Aging is seeking: paper towels, Kleenex, toilet paper, flushable wipes, lip balm (Chapstick), BandAids, shampoo/conditioner combo, body lotion, body wash, toothpaste, toothbrushes, liquid hand soap, dish soap, laundry detergent (smaller containers), assorted puzzle books (new), hand sanitizer & wipes, & cat & dog treats. Donations are tax deductible. Please make checks payable to: Grand Traverse County Commission on Aging. Cash donations are also accepted. All donations will be accepted through Weds., Nov. 25 at the Commission on Aging office located at 520 W. Front St., TC. Donations can be left in the front entrance area until the office opens to public. grandtraverse.org ---------------------PET ASSISTANCE: If you need assistance with meeting your pet’s needs, Hoop’s Pet Food Pantry can help. They will be at the Square Deal Country Store on Woodmere Ave., TC every Weds., 2:30-5:30pm & Sat., 12-3pm, offering pet supplies donated by your friends, neighbors & community businesses. If you’d like to make a donation, food & supplies can be dropped at the store during business hours. facebook.com/Squaredealcs ----------------------

RAISING FUNDS FOR HOMELESS PETS:

From Oct. 16 - Nov. 15, Pets Naturally, S. Airport Rd., TC will sell copies of “River Love – The True Story of a Wayward Sheltie, a Woman, and a Magical Place Called Rivershire” by local author Tricia Frey for $20, half of which will be donated to Cherryland Humane Society. Pets Naturally will also include a $5 coupon for added value. triciafrey.com

ongoing CALL FOR ENTRIES FOR 10TH ANNUAL

YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL: Regional high school students are invited to submit an original one-act play. Finalists are paired with national theater mentors, win $100 & see their play performed on the City Opera House stage. Deadline is Dec. 11. cityoperahouse.org/ypfentry-deadline ---------------------LET’S WALK TOGETHER: Presented by Norte. Connecting, moving together & learning about the expanding walking infrastructure in TC. Approx. 1-3 miles, 30-45 minutes. Meet at Hull Park, TC every Sat. at 9am. elgruponorte.org ----------------------

BELLAIRE WINTER FARMERS MARKET:

Held on Fridays from 10am-2pm. Located at both Bee Well & Terrain in downtown Bellaire. ----------------------

BOYNE CITY INDOOR FARMERS MARKET:

Saturdays, 9am-noon through May 15. City Hall Lobby, Boyne City. petoskeyarea.com/eventdetail/boyne-city-indoor-farmers-market-1 ---------------------INDOOR FARMERS MARKET: The Village at GT Commons, The Mercato, TC. Saturdays through April, 10am-2pm. thevillagetc.com/ indoor-farmers-market-7-2-2-2-2-2

art VIRTUAL GLEN ARBOR HOLIDAY MAR-

KETPLACE: Shop artisans online this year, Nov. 7 - Dec. 18. facebook.com/glenarborholidaymarketplace ----------------------

ART DE TROIS FEMMES HOLIDAY ART

SHOW: Ledbetter Gallery, TC. Presented by Vada Color & Ledbetter Gallery. Featuring artists Katherine Corden, Dani Knoph & Katie Lowran. Runs through Nov. Ledbetter Gallery is open Mon. through Fri., 9am-4pm or by appointment. Free. vadacolor.com ---------------------“DON’T MISS THE BOAT”: Harbor Springs History Museum. Presented by the Harbor Springs Area Historical Society. This exhibit highlights the historic ferries of Little Traverse Bay & features original watercolors & giclees by local artist William Talmadge Hall. Runs through the summer of 2021. Hours: Tues.Sat., 11am-3pm. harborspringshistory.org/history-museum-exhibits ---------------------ARTIST APPRECIATION EXHIBITION: Oliver Art Center, Frankfort. Dedicated to artists who have donated their work or time to OAC’s annual summer fundraising galas for the past few years. With twenty-two regional artists participating, the exhibition features everything from oil, acrylic, and watercolor painting, to fiber art, sculptures, and ceramics. Runs through Dec. 4. Hours: Mon. - Fri.: 10am-4:30pm; Sat.: 10am4pm; Sun.: Closed. oliverartcenterfrankfort.org ----------------------

OPEN CALL FOR “THOSE WHO TEACH”:

Deadline to apply is 1/15/21. Exhibit featuring the artwork of Michigan’s Visual Art Educators. higherartgallery.com/calls-for-art ----------------------

CHARLEVOIX CIRCLE OF THE ARTS, CHARLEVOIX - ALL MEDIA OPEN CALL TO MICHIGAN

ARTISTS: Submit to: re | ART: reject, reflect, refine, remark, a juried fine arts exhibit. Artists are invited to comment visually on the many shifts taking place in our current experience, as change opens a path to rethink, revisit, reunite, recharge, reevaluate, redefine, etc. Juror will award cash prizes. Deadline for entry is Jan. 10 at noon. charlevoixcircle.org/juried-exhibit - CHARLEVOIX CIRCLE MARKET: Charlevoix Circle of Arts hosts its annual Circle mARkeT, Nov. 19 - Jan. 2, featuring over 40 local artists’ & makers’ handmade items, original art & locally produced specialty treats. To celebrate the mARkeT opening on Thurs., Nov. 19, Charlevoix Circle of Arts will be offering extended hours from 4-7pm, with several prize giveaways throughout the day. Open: Mon.-Fri., 11am-4pm; Sat., 11am-3pm; *Wed. & Thurs. mornings from 10-11am are reserved for vulnerable patrons. CharlevoixCircle.org

CROOKED TREE ARTS CENTER, PETOSKEY: - THE COLLECTIVE IMPULSE: NEW WORK BY RUTH BARDENSTEIN, JEAN BUESCHER BARTLETT & SUSAN MORAN:

Runs through Dec. 18, Gilbert Gallery. These three artists met in Ann Arbor &, over time, have nurtured both personal & creative connections. They regularly share & critique one another’s work & together visit gallery & museum exhibitions. crookedtree.org/event/ctac-petoskey/ collective-impulse-new-work-ruth-bardensteinjean-buescher-bartlett-and-susan - CALL & RESPONSE: Held in Bonfield Gallery. This exhibit recognizes the many ways works of art can spark conversation, action & aid in the processing of ideas, feelings, experiences & events. Original work in a variety of media will be on display. Runs through Dec. 18. crookedtree.org/event/ctac-online-ctacpetoskey/call-and-response ----------------------

DENNOS MUSEUM CENTER, NMC, TC: - MATHIAS J. ALTEN: AN AMERICAN ART-

IST AT THE TURN OF THE CENTURY: The German-born American Impressionist Mathias Joseph Alten, often referred to as the Dean of Michigan painters, is regarded as one of the most celebrated regionalist artists to have worked in the United States. Runs through Jan. 31. dennosmuseum.org/art/upcoming-exhibitions/index.html

- MICHIGAN MODERN: AN ARCHITEC-

TURAL LEGACY: This exhibit celebrates Michigan’s modern architectural design history from 1928-2012. It is comprised of over 50 photographs by James Haefner primarily for the State Historic Preservation Office as part of their Michigan Modern Project, & featured in the book by State Historic Preservation Officer Brian Conway, titled “Michigan Modern: An Architectural Legacy.” Runs through Jan. 31. dennosmuseum.org/art/upcoming-exhibitions/ index.html ----------------------

GLEN ARBOR ARTS CENTER, GLEN ARBOR: - GAAC OUTDOOR GALLERY: CALL FOR

ENTRIES: The Glen Arbor Arts Center is accepting submissions for its 2021 Outdoor Gallery. The exhibition space is the south & west exterior walls of the GAAC’s building at 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. Original work by a single artist will be selected by a jury, & exhibited from May 2021 to April 2022. Deadline for submissions is February 25, 2021. Open to all media, the selected work will be eye-catching, compelling, colorful & communicate the spirit of the Glen Arbor Arts Center with fresh originality. The selected exhibitor’s original work will be enlarged & reproduced on five, separate, 5 foot x 5 foot square outdoor panels for one year. A $500 prize will be awarded to the selected artist. Submissions are on-line only. To apply visit GlenArborArt.org & click on ARTIST/Calls For Entry. glenarborart.org/exhibits/current-exhibits - SMALL WORKS HOLIDAY EXHIBITION: An exhibition of original art – painting, photography, fiber, mixed media, jewelry & more. Featuring art work 12” x 12” & smaller, all priced at $150 or less. Runs Nov. 13 - Dec. 17. The GAAC is open daily, 11am – 2pm. glenarborart.org