Join us-- first thing in the morning--in collaboration with the Grand Traverse County Senior Center Network. The discussion for this month-Off the Beaten Path by Eloise Corvo

Harmony at Peace Ranch An Evening with Miriam Pico & Ryan Younce

August 7, 5-8 PM, Peace Ranch, 2570 Hoosier Valley Rd. Music from 5:30-7:30 PM. Ticket includes two glasses of wine or beer. Food available for purchase from Sabores Y Colores and Moomers. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Ages 21+. Proceeds support equine-assisted mental health services.Tickets:peaceranchtc.com

Rain or shine, kids ages 5-12 join the Woodsy Dude to learn hands on outdoor skills to carry through life! An RSVP is required, as well as a signed release and waiver form.

Join us to hear the story of three young orphaned brothers from New York who followed their older sister to Adrian, Michigan in 1867. With no plans for the future, they sold sewing machines and other household items to earn money.

Join Authors Gail Offen and Jon Milan as they explore the remarkable history behind many of Michigan's most beloved food and beverage brands. From breakfast cereal pioneers Kellogg's and Post to Gerber's baby food, attendees will discover how Michigan companies changed the way people eat around the world.

Join us for a look back at the history of the Grinnell Brothers Music House with Hugh Grinnell, great-grandson of Herbert Grinnell who, with his two brothers, founded the company in 1879 in Ann Arbor. Mr. Grinnell's presentation will include the history of the company along with hundreds of historic photos from the 19th and 20th centuries.

Stock up on books, puzzles, games, DVDs, and CDs at the annual FPCL Used Book Sale, August 6-12 at Peninsula Community Library. Members-only shopping is August 6, 3-7 p.m., join at the door. Public sale hours begin August 7. Proceeds support library programs and services. Visit the PCL website or call 231-223-7700 for details.

Join The Kingsley Folk School for a relaxed, no-prep storytelling community circle, Everyone Has a Story. Come and share real moments from your life, told to connect, laugh, reflect. Held the 2nd Thursday of every month from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Kingsley Branch Library. Event is free and open to all. Call the Library at 231-263-5484 with questions.

First Church of Christ Scientist is sponsoring a free public concert, entitled "In Praise of God, Man and Nature," that features vocalists and instrumentalists associated with Traverse City Area Public Schools. Musicians include faculty members Breanna McGurn, Andrew Schafer, Daniel Jones and Ingrid Pylvanian, pianist Lynne Warren, and graduates/students Anna Roth, Marissa Hammond and Lauren Nichols.

Staff helps teens and adults showcase a vintage style floral postcard - materials provided. RSVP.

Featuring Genna and Jesse, an American duo known for rich harmonies with a blending of soul, jazz, folk and vintage pop. Pack a picnic and chairs or a blanket.