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Events in April, 2026
April 24th, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Come out and explore the unique ecology of the vernal pools in Leo Creek Preserve! Experience and discover the important role ephemeral ecosystems play in the health of our wetlands and forests. Participants can expect to meet some new critters and learn about how to participate in vernal pool conservation as a citizen scientist.
Location: Leo Creek Preserve
Contact: Lauren Sheffer, lsheffer@schoolship.org
4/30/26 2-5:15pm
Kelly McCord returns to share information about caring for people with memory issues.
Location: Peninsula Community Library
Contact: Peninsula Community Library
Events in May, 2026
Sunday, May 3 7:00 p.m.
A special Peter, Paul & Mary Remembered reunion concert. Free will offering. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Opener: Beach & Buffett by Doc & Donna Probes. All proceeds will benefit the Central United Methodist Church Outreach ministry offering compassionate services to those experiencing economic, housing and food insecurity.
Location: 222 Cass St. Traverse City
Contact: Donna Probes
5/4/26 3-6pm
Families drop in 5/4 between 3-6pm for DIY activities from our favorite out of this universe movies! Crafts, activities, a guessing game and more!
Location: Peninsula Community Library
Contact: Peninsula Community Library
5/5/26 6:30 pm
Welcome birdwatchers! Audubon's Kirk Waterstripe joins us May 5th to discuss spring prep for bird feeding.
Location: Peninsula Community Library
Contact: Peninsula Community Library
5/5/2026 1:00pm-2:00pm
Guided meditation for all levels with experienced teachers and practitioners Steve and Theresa Bangle. No experience necessary. Participants are asked to come dressed comfortably.
Location: Traverse Area District Library
Contact: ask@tadl.org
5/6/2026 5:00pm-8:00pm
The Dennos Museum Center will host the 5th Annual TC Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) program on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at the Dennos Museum Center and Milliken Auditorium, headlined by spoken word artist Masaki Takahashi and a special film screening by filmmaker Liann Kaye.
Location: Dennos Museum Center
Contact: ask@tadl.org
5/7/2026 9:30am-11:00am
Join us--first thing in the morning--this book club is in collaboration with the Grand Traverse County Senior Center Network. We will talk about books, authors, read excerpts, maybe even have an author visit! This month-The Sleuth Sister by Maggie Pill.
Location: Traverse Area District Library
Contact: ask@tadl.org
5/7/2026 6:00pm-7:30pm
Join Voters Not Politicians and TADL for an evening of civic creativity and activism! We will hold a workshop in which you can design your own plan for engaging your community in social justice work and democratic reform, using Voters Not Politicians' Michiganders for Money out of Politics Campaign and Hands off MI Vote Initiatives as a template.
Location: Traverse Area District Library
Contact: ask@tadl.org
May 8-10, 2026
...and Someone in this Room Killed Him. There's one unsolved mystery that haunts Detective Mac Marlowe...and you're going to help him close the case for good! Return with Mac to relive the dinner party where renowned archeologist Cosmo St. Charles was murdered, then audience participation helps solve the crime at this hilarious Readers Theatre.
Location: Old Town Playhouse
Contact: OldTownPlayhouse.com/tickets
May 14, 2026, 5:30-7:00 pm
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.
Location: Kingsley Branch Library
Contact: Kingsley Branch Library
Mondays & Thursdays 10-1
Maritime Heritage Alliance is accepting Nautical related gear donations in preparation for their fundraising Boat Auction and Gear sale Saturday, May 16th, 2026.
Location: 3820 Cass Road Traverse City
Contact: Margaret Schaal 231-946-2647
May 15 to 23
Mystery unfolds at Magnolia Place Assisted Living when four sassy seniors try to outsmart an evil nurse. Why are residents moving to "the dark side," what IS that mysterious pill, and what happened to Doctor Head? As the Senior Citizen Pageant and a chance to cruise the Caribbean approach, hilarity ensues for these golden gals as they piece together clues.
Location: Old Town Playhouse
Contact: OldTownPlayhouse.com/tickets
June 6th - July 6th
Landmark: Less Cancer Hike and Bike America 2026
Walk, ride and roam anywhere/anytime. Enter your photos of local landmarks and favorite adventure places to win prizes!
June 6th - July 6th
The annual event serves as our primary fundraiser, helping fuel our critical cancer prevention initiatives.
Register for FREE today at: https://www.lesscancer.org/
Location: Anywhere
Contact: Deb Dent - ddent@lesscancer.org
Events in June, 2026
Saturday, June 6/12 PM - 3 PM
FREE Concert w/Drew Hale
Less Cancer's Hike & Bike America 2026 kick-off
Saturday, June 6th
12 PM - 3 PM
Grand Traverse County Civic Center
Free admission (donations welcome)
Please join us as we celebrate the power of community, movement and prevention.
Bring your family and friends, and a blanket or chair. No alcohol allowed.
More info can be found at: https://www.lesscancer.org/
*Weather permitting
Location: GT County Civic Center, TC
Contact: Deb Dent - ddent@lesscancer.org
June 19, 9-5, June 20, 9-3
We will have 150 quilts on display; judged in multiple categories. There will be sewing machine and fabric vendors along with a Boutique selling items crafted by guild members. Our four charitable groups will have exhibits of typical items that they donate to the community. A raffle quilt will be given away on Saturday; tickets are $5 each.
Location: Emmet Co. Fairgrounds
Contact: https://ltbquiltersguild.org/