Community-Led Events & Gatherings
Schedule of Community Events
These groups and events are organized by group leaders outside of Art & Connection. All events are free and open to the public (unless otherwise noted). To join or attend, please read the description and contact the organizer listed.
ERGC Mahjong
Thursdays, 1pm-4pm (starting 4/06)
Join a group of Mahjong players (Flower Power!). Please drop in and join a group of ladies to play Mahjong. There are usually enough game sets to go around, so do not worry if you do not have one. If you do, bring it along! If you are new to Mahjong and wish to learn please email the organizer.
Organizer: Pam - pamelaspongsmith@gmail.com
Bible Girls
Tuesdays, 10-11:30am
The Bible Girls is a group of women (and sometimes men!) who get together to watch a Christian video lecture, followed by a group discussion on the video and a Bible passage. People of all religious or spiritual backgrounds are welcome.
Organizer: Jana - 231-632-5832
Antrim County Women's Coffee Club
Wednesdays, 9:30-11am
Mostly-Democrat ladies meet to discuss developments in our local and regional communities. All people, regardless of political background, are welcome to listen or contribute in a civilized discussion.
Organizer: Joyce - brodskyjoyce@yahoo.com
Left Over Coffee Men's Social Group
Wednesdays, 11:30am-1pm
Locals get together to share news, discuss current events, and catch up on life in this social group for men.
Organizer: Jim - jamesmckimmy@gmail.com
The Euchre Group
Wednesdays, 1-4pm
Up for some Euchre with other card game lovers? Join The Euchre Group - Wednesdays, 1pm-4pm. Open to all! Extra game sets and score sheets are available to borrow upon request.
Organizer: Pat - 231-360-0445 (text preferred)
Women's Circle
2nd Thursdays, 6:30-8pm
Women are invited to come together to share, listen, and be heard in a safe and supportive environment. We will open the circle with a grounding meditation then move into a time to share. We will explore different themes each month and have space for deep connection.
Organizer: Rebecca - rebeccarankinyoga@gmail.com
No Frills Scrapbooking Crop
Monthly on a Tuesday or Saturday - check our Calendar for details
Hosted by local paper artists / scrapbookers Jana Gillstrom, Jeanine Michalski, & Beth Shuster once each month. Soup / salad potluck with catering kitchen available (no stovetop), utensils provided. Space is limited - please contact Jana to express your interest in attending.
Organizers:
Tuesdays - Beth (810-599-3883)
Saturdays - Jana (231-632-5832) and Jeanine (231-499-7253)
French Language & Culture Group
Dates/Times TBD
Speak in (mostly) French and talk about all things French, current events, your love for travel, the best language learning apps, and more! All language levels and French language/culture enthusiasts welcome. Currently the French Group meets monthly in Traverse City.
Organizer: Michelle - mbien@artandconnection.org