This page lists current events on the Community Calendar.
9/4/2025 6:00pm-7:30pm
Come join us for an enjoyable evening with Louise Penny and her remarkable novels in a presentation by Robert Van Dellen, Ph. D. This talk, complete with power-point slides, will discuss the life of the author and her range of novels.
Location: Traverse Area District Library
Contact: ask@tadl.org
Thursday, September 4 at 12:30
https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11601312
The League of Women Voters of Leelanau County, Suttons Bay Community Church and Versiti will hold a Blood Drive on Thursday, September 4 from 12:30 to 5:00 pm in the Lower Level Community Meeting Room of the Leelanau Government Center.
To schedule an appointment, click on the link above or call (866) 642-5663. Walk-in donors are also welcome.
Location: Leelanau County Government Cen
Contact: Christi Bardenhagen 231/883-0071
9/6/2025 2:00pm-3:30pm
Presentation by five-time Michigan Photographer of the Year Steve Jessmore of his Birds Doing Stuff wildlife photography project on Torch River.
Location: Traverse Area District Library
Contact: ask@tadl.org
9/7/2025
The book is always better but movies are so very entertaining. Join us and watch a movie based on a book or real life. Once in awhile we may show one just for the fun of it that is not based on anything but just pure enjoyment.
Location: Traverse Area District Library
Contact: ask@tadl.org
9/8/25 6:30 pm
Join Gary and Jackie to sing the songs we all love.
Location: Peninsula Community Library
Contact: Peninsula Community Library
9/10/2025 6:30pm-7:30pm
We will be hearing from two specialists in totally different fields of work that bridge together at the Migraine junction. This Bridging the Gap discussion will review the electric connection between the human Biofield and Migraine pain.
Location: Traverse Area District Library
Contact: ask@tadl.org
9/11/2025 6:00pm-7:00pm
Presentation and discussion about cardiovascular health and its association with preventing early mortality. Given by Dr. Jeff Valice, DO, of Aevitas Medical.
Location: Traverse Area District Library
Contact: ask@tadl.org
September 12 5:00pm
Celebrate the beginning of the Traverse City Mural Festival with an exhibition opening at The Alluvion! Created by past exhibition artists and muralists, works featured in Everyday Acts of Art encourage visitors to slow down and discover art where they least expect it.
Location: The Alluvion, 414 E Eighth St
Contact: lauren@downtowntc.com
9/13/2025 10:00am-4:00pm
Join us for a "Know Your Rights" fair where community members can connect face-to-face with local organizations that provide support, information, and advocacy for all citizens. This collaborative event brings together nonprofits, advocacy groups, and community resources in an accessible table format.
Location: Traverse Area District Library
Contact: ask@tadl.org
9/13/25 10am-3pm
Local artisans offer their work for you and for gifting!
Location: Peninsula Community Library
Contact: Peninsula Community Library
September 14th 1-3pm
Wine tasting for a cause, with funds benefiting the amazing work of local horse rescue Sea2Stable. Make a difference one sip at a time! Meet Truman the pony ambassador, enjoy live music and a silent auction. All funds raised will go towards our mission, benefiting horses in need and as well as our region's youth.
Location: Rove Winery 7007 E. M-72
Contact: Wendy Intrieri
September 14 12:00-3:00pm
Join the Traverse City Arts Commission for family-friendly art activities inspired by Traverse City's first-ever Mural Festival. At the Traverse Area District Library, make your own mini print to stamp our "wall" and take home to use again. This drop-in program is free with materials provided.
Location: TADL, 610 Woodmere Ave
Contact: lauren@downtowntc.com
September 14 12:00-3:00pm
Join the Traverse City Arts Commission for family-friendly art activities inspired by Traverse City's first-ever Mural Festival. At Old Town Playhouse, join in creating a vibrant, collaborative masterpiece. Pick up some chalk and make your mark, then take a moment to explore the artwork on their building and learn the story behind it.
Location: Old Town Playhouse
Contact: lauren@downtowntc.com
9/15/25 6:30 pm
The final program of the season welcomes North Sky Raptor Sanctuary and winged guests.
Location: Peninsula Community Library
Contact: Peninsula Community Library
9/16/2025 4:00pm-7:00pm
Want to give back in 2025? Looking for a way to do something for your community? In the McGuire Room - Meet over 20 local nonprofits looking for volunteers for all types of projects. Find one that matches your interests and availability.
Location: Traverse Area District Library
Contact: ask@tadl.org
9/16/2025 7:00pm-7:45pm
Join us for Queer Tales Book Club where we chat about books that are by and/or about LGBTQIA+ people. Reading is not required, and everyone is welcome. We meet on the third Tuesday of the month at 7pm in the Nelson Room.
Location: Traverse Area District Library
Contact: ask@tadl.org
September 16 6:00pm
Join the Traverse City Arts Commission for an artist panel featuring six innovative artists whose work transforms public space through large-scale mural installations. This conversation will delve into the intersections of art, environment, and community, exploring how each artist approaches making art that exists beyond the walls of traditional galleries.
Location: The Alluvion, 414 E Eighth St
Contact: lauren@downtowntc.com
Sept. 12-Sept. 17 10am-5pm
Join the Traverse City Arts Commission for its first ever Mural Festival, featuring 6 artists painting murals along the Eighth Street corridor. Explore the businesses of the North Boardman Business District and participate in activities along the way while you watch 7 murals created in real time over the course of 5 days.
Location: Eighth Street Corridor in TC
Contact: lauren@downtowntc.com
September 17 4:00pm
Join the North Boardman Lake District and the Traverse City Arts Commission for a parade down Eighth Street! We'll start at Oryana, stopping at each mural to hear directly from the artist, before ending at The Filling Station for a happy hour celebration. Walking or biking is encouraged. Lot parking is limited. Park at end if driving.
Location: Oryana, 260 E Tenth St
Contact: lauren@downtowntc.com
9/20/25 10am-12:30pm
Kids can sell homemade goodies, crafts and collector's items. Parents must REGISTER by 9/10 and remain with their child during event.
Location: Peninsula Community Library
Contact: Peninsula Community Library
September 12 to 27, 2025
The riotous live musical comedy! When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in convent! There she finds herself at odds with rigid traditions, but that changes when she meets the struggling choir. Her cover blown, the chase is on as Deloris begins to understand the power of her newly found sisterhood.
Location: Old Town Playhouse
Contact: OldTownPlayhouse.com/tickets