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International Affairs Forum & On The Ground Global

Thursday, May 14
6PM
Dennos Museum Center, Milliken Auditorium, NMC, TC
Education

Featuring "Land of Canaan," an intimate documentary on Palestinian farmers & their ancient olive trees - symbols of resilience, heritage & home. Set in the occupied West Bank, it follows a farmer uniting small-scale growers through fair trade cooperatives, connecting them to global markets while sustaining their land & livelihoods. 6pm reception with olive oil sampling, 6:30pm screening, & 8pm filmmaker Q&A. Free; tickets recommended. In person only. 

https://www.tciaf.com/event-may-14-2026

Thursday, May 14

9:00 AM

Members Create

This exhibition runs from March 20 - May 28, with …
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10:00 AM

"350: Imagining the World in 2126"

As communities across the country reflect on America’s 250th anniversary, …
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10:00 AM

Artist Presentation: Michael Hudson-Casanova

Chicago musician Michael Hudson-Casanova is the Glen Arbor Arts Center's …
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10:00 AM

Connections & Flow

This exhibit brings together the work of photographers Ragnar Avery …
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10:00 AM

Guild Pop-Up Exhibit: Terrie Collins

Texture: Collins likes to put many layers on a canvas, …
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10:00 AM

Local Color A to Z

Showcase of works in oil, acrylic, watercolor & mixed media …
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10:00 AM

The Art of Connection

Grand Traverse Industries Client Artist Exhibit. Runs May 1-30. An …
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10:00 AM

Tomorrow's Artists Today

Featuring: 2026 High School Portfolio. This exhibition features the work …
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11:00 AM

Impressions of an Era: Prints from the Denison Museum Collection

This selection of prints, created between 1970 & 1990 by …
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11:00 AM

NMC Hosted High School Art Exhibition

Runs May 8-31. The NMC High School Art Exhibition, juried …
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11:00 AM

New Perspectives: Recent Aquisitions from the Dennos Permanent Art Collection

Runs Jan. 23 - May 31. From new paintings & …
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11:00 AM

Trilobite Treasures

Runs Jan. 23 - May 31. This exhibit presents Paleozoic …
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12:00 PM

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

May 14-15. Creatives from across the region will gather for …
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2:00 PM

"Around the World" with Doc Probes

Doc Probes performs his "Around The World" international variety show, …
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2:00 PM

Spring Crafternoon

Breathe new life into old books! Enjoy a hands-on crafting …
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4:00 PM

RR Historical Society of NW Michigan

The Railroad Historical Society of NW Michigan is celebrating its …
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4:30 PM

Forest to Fork: A Springtime Gathering

May 14-17. Local chefs, farmers, artisans, & hosts offer foraging …
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5:30 PM

4th Annual "Spring Flight" Silent Auction Supporting North Sky Raptor Sanctuary

Birds, bids, brews & games for all ages.
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5:30 PM

Everyone Has a Story: Storytelling Community Circle

Join The Kingsley Folk School for a relaxed, no-prep storytelling …
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6:00 PM

International Affairs Forum & On The Ground Global

Featuring "Land of Canaan," an intimate documentary on Palestinian farmers …
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7:00 PM

"Life on the Car Ferries"

Enjoy this Benzie Academy Lecture as Tim Foster takes an …
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7:00 PM

Leelanau Reads Book Discussion: "Wreck" by Catherine Newman

Copies of the book are available at the library's front …
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7:00 PM

Richard Gilewitz

Internationally acclaimed fingerstyle guitarist Richard Gilewitz will perform live as …
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7:00 PM

Rust, Grit & Glory: Classic Trucks Through the Decades


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The Latest Leelanau County Blotter & 911 Call Report

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