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 Saturday, May 16, 2026

7:30 AM

Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market

Held on Saturdays through June 27 from 7:30am-noon; also on Wednesdays starting in June until July 1 from … More Info >>

8:30 AM

Young Eagles Flights - Free Airplane Rides for Kids

Kids ages 8–17 have an opportunity to fly free of charge in a general aviation airplane. Register. More Info >>

9:00 AM

Maritime Heritage Alliance Boat Auction & Nautical Gear Sale

Sale: 9am; auction: 10am. Supports Maritime Heritage Alliance Schooner Madeline free sails & Cutter Champion youth programs. More Info >>

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

Spring Stewardship Day

Trail grooming, garden weeding & window shining are a few of the many tasks for freshening up the … More Info >>

9:00 AM

TVC5K Run The Runway

Benefits the Wings of Mercy West Michigan. People who come to the race will have access to the … 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

Beyond the Print

Runs May 16 - June 19. Opening reception held on May 16 at 4pm. Featuring works by regional … More Info >>

10:00 AM

Birding with Tim Webb

Enjoy a relaxing birding experience. Binoculars provided. Learn about different bird species & general birding techniques. 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

Dougherty Mission House Spring Cleanup Morning

Help clean up for tour season. Find the 1842 House & outbuildings that gave the peninsula its name. 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

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

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 >>

10:00 AM

Traverse City Repair Café

Join Green Door Folk School for this event. Attendees are paired with skilled volunteers who help repair household … More Info >>

11:00 AM

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 >>

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

Magic for Muggles

Calling all would-be wizards for DIY fun - crafts, STEM activities & snacks. Dress up if you like. … 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

Protest Israel's Genocide Against Palestine

Israel continues committing brutal genocide in Gaza & stealing more Palestinian land in the West Bank. Elected leaders … More Info >>

11:00 AM

Traverse City Fashion Weekend 2026

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

1:00 PM

Blessing of the Blossoms

1pm ceremony; 1:30pm reception. Join us for a free slice of Sara Lee pie & local sparkling wine … More Info >>

1:00 PM

Hummingbird Feeder Workshop

Martina Dorn will lead this workshop that focuses on key facts & insights about hummingbirds. She will help … More Info >>

5:00 PM

Mom & Daughter Fun Prom

Enjoy an evening of memories, laughter & sparkle. A special night designed just for moms & daughters (or … More Info >>

6:00 PM

2nd Annual Cat Lady Fashion Show

Benefits TC Paw Cat Rescue. A humorous fashion pageant, appetizer buffet, live/online auction, live entertainment by Heather Kingham … More Info >>

7:00 PM

John Muq

This singer-songwriter was born in Uganda & now lives in Austin, Texas. He draws from African, as well … More Info >>

7:00 PM

Pianist Steve Larson Accompanying "The Kid Brother"

The classic Harold Lloyd silent film "The Kid Brother" will be accompanied by Interlochen Arts Academy Staff Pianist, … 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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