Leelanau News and Events

Workin' on Woolsey: Iconic Structure Getting Repairs and Upgrades

By Art Bukowski | May 15, 2026

Efforts are underway to rehabilitate one of Leelanau County’s most unique and storied buildings.

The Save Woolsey Airport Terminal (SWAT) project is comprised of Leelanau Township government officials and private citizens. The goal is to fix and improve the airport’s stone “terminal,” which has long attracted gazes from passersby and served as a community gathering place for generations.

The group is assuming a cost of about $500,000 for all necessary repairs and upgrades, with about half of that cost already raised privately or allocated from government coffers.

“It’s just such a cool old building, and it would be really nice if it could be used a little more than it …

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Property Watch: Unforgettable Lakefront Estate

This Leelanau County listing offers a home that's "more than a residence - it's an experience" for …

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Youth For Christ Resuming Operations At 110 North Lake Street, Despite Permit Denial

The Leland LightHouse has reopened its youth Christian clubhouse at 110 North Lake Street, despite a decision …

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Leland Township Library Announces 2026 Summinars Series

LELAND, MI — The Leland Township Public Library will host its annual Leland Library Summinars lecture series …

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Suttons Bay Bingham District Library Announces Summer 2026 Events

JUNE
Thursday June 11 @ 2pm - BOOKENDs Book Discussion Group: Violet and Jobie in the Wild …

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Leelanau County Commissioners Bristle At Potential Strategic Planning Costs

Thirty-seven: That’s how many responses the Leelanau County Board of Commissioners got to a request for proposals …

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Today Friday, May 15, 2026

9:00 AM

Members Create

This exhibition runs from March 20 - May 28, with a public reception on March 20 at 5pm … More Info >>

9:00 AM

The Old Mission Women's Club Presents: The Big Barn Sale

Featuring small furniture pieces, toys, tools, lamps, linens, kitchenware, jewelry, accessories, pictures & home décor, sporting equipment & … More Info >>

10:00 AM

"350: Imagining the World in 2126"

As communities across the country reflect on America’s 250th anniversary, 350 artists look forward instead of back — … More Info >>

10:00 AM

Connections & Flow

This exhibit brings together the work of photographers Ragnar Avery & Calvin Boulter in an exhibition that reflects … More Info >>

10:00 AM

Guild Pop-Up Exhibit: Terrie Collins

Texture: Collins likes to put many layers on a canvas, & loves the process of painting. Runs through … More Info >>

10:00 AM

Hickory Meadows Garlic Mustard Removal Workbee

Join GTCD & the Northwest Michigan Invasive Species Network to help remove garlic mustard, protecting the integrity of … More Info >>

10:00 AM

Local Color A to Z

Showcase of works in oil, acrylic, watercolor & mixed media created by a talented local artist group. Runs … More Info >>

10:00 AM

Misty Acres Hike - Old-Growth Forest Network Induction

Join for guided 1/2-mile spring hike to celebrate the induction of Misty Acres: The Borwell Preserve into the … More Info >>

10:00 AM

The Art of Connection

Grand Traverse Industries Client Artist Exhibit. Runs May 1-30. An opening reception will be held on May 1 … More Info >>

10:00 AM

Tomorrow's Artists Today

Featuring: 2026 High School Portfolio. This exhibition features the work of eight emerging artists, showcasing a fresh & … More Info >>

11:00 AM

Impressions of an Era: Prints from the Denison Museum Collection

This selection of prints, created between 1970 & 1990 by nationally & internationally recognized contemporary artists, reflects two … More Info >>

11:00 AM

NMC Hosted High School Art Exhibition

Runs May 8-31. The NMC High School Art Exhibition, juried by NMC Art & VisCom faculty, features artwork … More Info >>

11:00 AM

New Perspectives: Recent Aquisitions from the Dennos Permanent Art Collection

Runs Jan. 23 - May 31. From new paintings & works on paper gifted through the Museum Exchange … More Info >>

11:00 AM

Trilobite Treasures

Runs Jan. 23 - May 31. This exhibit presents Paleozoic creatures in a way that tells a story … More Info >>

12:00 PM

2026 Northwest Michigan Arts & Culture Summit: "Against the Current"

May 14-15. Creatives from across the region will gather for two days of connection, learning, & shared momentum. … More Info >>

12:00 PM

Forest to Fork: A Springtime Gathering

May 14-17. Local chefs, farmers, artisans, & hosts offer foraging excursions, intimate dinners featuring spring ingredients, collaborative tastings, … More Info >>

3:00 PM

HOPE Blooms Festival

Enjoy food, drinks, ice cream, kids & adult games/prizes, bounce house, face painting, blowup archery, pantry spree game, … More Info >>

5:30 PM

Art Hang - Collage Night

Ages 19+. A free monthly evening for creatives to work together on art. This month's theme is 'Collage … More Info >>

6:00 PM

Traverse City Fashion Weekend 2026

Celebrating all things local, slow & sustainable, & juice up your wardrobe. Fri., May 15 is Sustainable Fashion … More Info >>

7:30 PM

Four Old Broads

Mystery unfolds at Magnolia Place Assisted Living when four sassy seniors try to outsmart an evil nurse. More Info >>

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