You’re invited! Join us for our Annual Dinner at The Venue at Aurora Cellars for an evening of community, connection, and celebration.
Tickets include 2 glasses of wine and dinner by Locals Lake Leelanau.
Sponsorship options are available.
Grab your ticket today and be part of the night!

Click HERE for tickets and sponsorships!

Join us for an assortment of spooky Halloween themed science experiments and some snacks. When you are done, head over to our friends at Northport Arts Association for some spooky art activities! See more info HERE

Join us at Black Star Farms Suttons Bay as we celebrate the fall season in wine country with special family-friendly wagon rides through our stunning 160-acre winery estate.

Jump aboard our tractor-driven wagon for a 30-minute excursion to the top of our estate. Along the ride, you will see our boarded horses and resident goats, pass through a rolling cherry orchard, meander by our terraced vineyard, and, of course, soak up all the beautiful fall sights.

Mulled wine, wine flights, wines by the glass, craft cocktails, or mocktails will be available for purchase at the tasting room to enjoy after your trip.

Things to note:

• Little ones who can sit on your lap are free.

• Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled time and park in the tasting room parking lot.

• Wagon rides will depart from Bistro Polaris across the drive from the tasting room.

• If your scheduled ride is canceled due to weather, you will be refunded in full.

To purchase tickets or for more information see HERE

Join us for a relaxed Chamber After Hours at the Leelanau Historical Society — an evening of networking, light appetizers, and community connection. Local businesses will be partnering to provide appetizers, and members are encouraged to mingle, meet new contacts, and learn more about regional chamber opportunities.

Featured Speaker — Dakota Baker, Director, Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance Dakota Baker serves as Director of the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance, where they coordinate regional advocacy, shared resources, and collaborative programming to strengthen chambers and local businesses across Northern Michigan. Dakota will present for 15–20 minutes on the benefits of Alliance membership, including collective advocacy, shared marketing opportunities, and ways small chambers can leverage regional partnerships.

Community Spotlight We’ll invite neighboring chambers to attend — and plan a brief, informal opportunity for each chamber president to stand, say hello, and share a quick mention of an upcoming event. Nothing formal — just a friendly shout-out to help boost awareness and encourage cross-community participation.

Tuesday, September 22
4:30–6:00 p.m. — Solar-powered activities for families
Where: Elmwood Township Park, 9991 E. Cherry Bend Rd., Traverse City, MI 49684
Supplies and snacks provided. Come as you are — no registration listed on the flyer.

Hands-on, solar-themed activities for kids and families. A good stop if you missed Sunday or want a lower-key introduction to clean energy.

About the host
Leelanau Energy is a local nonprofit whose mission is to help the Leelanau Peninsula run on clean, renewable energy. The group educates residents, supports community projects, and advocates for practical energy efficiency and solar.

Details
Free and open to the public.

Experience golf in a whole new light at the Leelanau Peninsula Chamber of Commerce's Glow Golf Outing! This unique evening event tees off at 7:00 p.m., transforming the course into a glowing playground with illuminated golf balls, glowing course markers, and a one-of-a-kind nighttime atmosphere. Glow golf combines the fun of traditional golf with the excitement of playing after dark, creating an unforgettable experience for golfers of all skill levels.

Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just looking for a fun night out, this signature Chamber event brings together local businesses, community members, and visitors for an evening of friendly competition, networking, and entertainment. Enjoy on-course contests, prizes, food and refreshments, and the chance to connect with others while watching glowing golf balls soar through the night sky.

Businesses are invited to showcase their support through sponsorship opportunities, while golfers can register as individuals or foursomes. More than just a tournament, the Chamber Glow Golf Outing is a celebration of community, connection, and the vibrant spirit of the Leelanau Peninsula.

Grab your clubs, gather your team, and join us for an unforgettable evening on the course—where the fairways light up, the competition shines, and the fun doesn't stop when the sun goes down.

Buy tickets or a sponsorship HERE

The 4th Annual Leelanau Maritime History Festival returns to Leland’s waterfront on Saturday, September 12, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring the family and celebrate Leelanau’s dynamic maritime history.

Enjoy the 21st annual Jim Wenstrup Wooden Boat show, vintage cars hosted by Van’s Garage, live Great Lakes music by Lee Murdock, a history program about speedboat legend Gar Wood, outdoor exhibits, a scavenger hunt by the Leland Library, meet regional organisation working to preserve water and maritime heritage, also enjoy free museum admission and more.

📍 203 E. Cedar St., Leland
🎟️ Free and open to all ages

Learn more at leelanauhistory.org/maritime-history-festival.

Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM  7:00 PM
Price: $25 per person 

Looking Forward is a Northern Michigan-rooted five-piece band bringing stripped-down, harmony-driven arrangements of CSNY's most iconic songs to life. Anchored by the three-part harmonies of Chris Skellenger, John Kumjian, and Patrick Niemisto, the group is joined by drummer Roger Tarczon — who has performed alongside David Crosby himself — and keyboardist Tim Sparling, whose keys add rich new depth to the band's sound. Together, these seasoned musicians deliver the timeless spirit of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young with warmth, authenticity, and unmistakable heart.

Location: French Valley Vineyard
3655 S French Rd, Cedar, MI 49621

Join us for a relaxed, hands-on charm bar workshop with Phoenix Fiber Arts as part of our Camp bigLITTLE summer series.

During this creative workshop, you’ll design your own charm necklace using a curated selection of upcycled charms. Phoenix Fiber Arts will guide you through the process, helping you choose pieces that feel personal, playful, nostalgic, or just plain cute.

Come ready to sip, socialize, and build a one-of-a-kind necklace to take home as your own little piece of Camp bigLITTLE.

Seatings are limited to 8 guests each, with four workshop times available.

For more information or to book your seating see bigLITTLE’s website HERE

Four Seatings: 8 people/seating

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Join us at the bigLITTLE tasting room for a classic camp-style pizza party as part of our Camp bigLITTLE summer series.

Frederick’s Wood-Fired Catering will be popping up from 4:00 to 7:00 PM with wood-fired pizzas available for purchase. Owned and operated by Cole Frederick, Frederick’s brings together fresh ingredients, local inspiration, and the kind of pizza that feels right at home with a glass of wine in hand.

Come hungry, grab a pizza, enjoy live music by DJ PJ, and settle in with bigLITTLE wines by the glass or flight.

This is a non-ticketed pop-up event. Food and wine will be available for purchase.

Join us for a classic shrimp boil with Northern

Michigan flair, catered by Suzy’s Seafood Boils!

DATE: Saturday, July 11, 2026

TIME: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM

$75 Per Person Ticket Includes:

• Extra-large shrimp with corn, potatoes, sausage, and a biscuit

• Key lime pie mini tarts for dessert

• Catering tax & gratuity

Purchase Wine-By-The-Glass:

• Wine Club Members receive one complimentary glass pour

upon arrival and may purchase additional wine by the glass using

their club discounts

• Non-members may purchase wine by the glass throughout the

evening

21+ Event | Advance reservations must be purchased by July 1, 2026

Ask Team Aurora to purchase tickets in-person.

Questions? wineclub@auroracellars.com

Reservation Link HERE

Our July meeting will give us an opportunity to visit one of the recipients of our ENERGIZE Leelanau Challenge grants - Northern Latitudes Distillery, 7150 E. Duck Lake Rd, Lake Leelanau.

Owners Mark and Mandy Moseler have arranged a private tour of their production facility which includes a number of energy conservation and renewable features. 
 

Please arrive 10:00 - 10:15 AM and gather outside the main entrance. At 10:20 AM Mark Moseler will lead a 60 - 70 minute facility tour. Following the tour, members are encouraged to stay and socialize. You may choose to sample a flight of their spirits, enjoy a cocktail or soft drink of your choice and order lunch from their menu. View the menu at their website www.nldistillery.com to plan your choice in advance.
 

We will be allowed to order our meals before they open to the public at noon. If people want to socialize over drinks first, the wait time for food may be longer.

In order to accommodate everyone who wants to take the tour, please RSVP to Jane Gale - janelgale@gmail.com - by Monday, July 6.

We hope to see you there!

Join us July 5th, 6:00-9:30 PM at Aurora Cellars for a free, family-friendly evening in the new tented area. One Hot Robot, a 13-year Grand Traverse favorite known for genre-blurring dance-rock and high-energy parties, will provide the entertainment. Enjoy select Aurora wines and cider by the glass, non-alcoholic drinks, mini charcuterie boards, and ice cream treats for purchase. Bring lawn chairs or a picnic blanket; coolers and additional food are allowed. ID is required at the entrance for a wristband to purchase wine and cider; no outside alcohol permitted. Seating and space are first come, first serve.

To celebrate Independence Day, the Leelanau Historical Society Museum will offer free admission on Saturday, July 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Visitors are invited to explore the new exhibits before enjoying the community's Independence Day festivities.

Citywide Home Mortgage Expands Local Footprint with New Traverse City Office

Local team of four lenders invites the community to a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 1st.

Citywide Home Mortgage is proud to announce the opening of its new office location in Traverse City, situated at 4020 Copper View, Suite 225, Traverse City, MI 49684. While the physical office space is brand new, the team bringing it to life is deeply rooted in the community and intimately familiar with the unique dynamics of the Northern Michigan housing market.

To celebrate the milestone, Citywide Home Mortgage invites community members, local business owners, and real estate partners to join them for an official ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, July 1st at 11:00 AM.

The new Copper Ridge location establishes a centralized home base for Citywide’s team of four dedicated, local mortgage lenders. By combining deep regional expertise with a modern, accessible professional space, the team is better equipped than ever to guide area residents through the home financing process.

"We might have a fresh set of keys to a new suite, but our commitment to Northern Michigan remains exactly the same," said Brayton Farr, Senior Mortgage Loan Officer. "Having a dedicated space at Copper Ridge allows our team of four local lenders to provide a seamless, face-to-face experience for our clients. We live here, we know the market, and we can’t wait to celebrate this new chapter with our neighbors at our ribbon cutting on July 1st."

The Traverse City team specializes in a comprehensive suite of loan products, including conventional mortgages, FHA, VA, USDA rural development loans, and construction financing. Whether helping first-time homebuyers catch their stride or assisting long-time residents looking to downsize or refinance, the four-lender team offers personalized, community-first service backed by Citywide’s robust national resources.

The new office is officially open and accepting appointments. Local residents and partners are encouraged to stop by on July 1st at 11:00 AM to tour the space, meet the team, and celebrate the grand opening.

June 25th and July 23rd, 6-7pm

Join us in the bigLITTLE Tasting room for themed trivia!

We recommend that you keep your teams at 2-4 people, but we welcome multiple teams from your party! This is FREE to play and prizes will be awarded to the winning team. Theme will be released closer to event date. Come and test your Trivia skills with some good people and great wine! Tasting room seating is limited, so secure your spot by emailing reservations@biglittlewines.com

Saddle up — tickets are officially on sale for Celebrate… Kickin’ Up Kindness!

Join us for a night of friends, food, spirits, spirited bidding, and line dancing — all benefiting LCN programs that support neighbors through life’s challenging moments.

• When: June 24, 2026 | 5:30 PM

• Where: Northern Latitudes Distillery

Online bidding begins May 15th

** Country gear encouraged!

Grab your tickets today on the event page at:

https://leelanauchristianneighbors.org/celebrate-fundraiser/

If the bread basket is your favorite part of dinner, this is your event! 

Join us on Sunday, June 14 for Butter Together, a brand-new pairing experience built around three things that never let you down: great bread, really good butter, and artisanal wine.

We pulled together a small lineup of Northern Michigan makers we genuinely love, then built the pairings around what they do best. You’ll taste breads and butters from Farm Club and 9 Bean Rows, plus a German-style rye Vollkornbrot from Martin Sorge, winner of The Great American Baking Show and a long-time FIZZ Club member. We are also excited to feature pre-orders of Martin's upcoming cookbook, Great Bakes: Modern Classic Recipes from the Midwest before its August 4, 2026 release.

Here’s how it works: you’ll start with a welcome pour, then move through three tasting stations under the MAWBY tent. Each station includes a unique bread + butter pairing, plus a 3 oz wine pour selected to match. In total, you’ll enjoy four pours featuring MAWBY and bigLITTLE wines. Additionally, Farm Club will be setting the table with locally sourced, fresh vegetables and pickled items to enjoy alongside the pairings.

Ticket holders will also receive special savings at the 9 Bean Rows storefront in Suttons Bay, because the bread obsession does not have to end when the event does. Plus, anyone who purchases during the early bird window will be entered to win a signed copy of Martin Sorge’s upcoming cookbook.

Tickets Here

Grand Traverse Lighthouse to Host Community Day on June 13
Free Admission to Leelanau State Park and Lighthouse Museum

NORTHPORT, MI — The Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum invites the community to celebrate history, discovery, and family fun during its annual Community Day on Saturday, June 13, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the historic Grand Traverse Lighthouse located inside Leelanau State Park.

This special event offers free admission into both Leelanau State Park and the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum for the day, giving visitors the opportunity to explore one of Michigan’s most treasured historic landmarks.

Community Day will feature activities and attractions for all ages, including:

• Climb the Lighthouse Tower

• Drive an Underwater ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle)

• Arts & Crafts Vendors

• Shipwreck Exhibit

• Treasure Hunt Activities

The Grand Traverse Lighthouse is listed on both the State and National Register of Historic Places and is operated by a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and restoring this important historic site for future generations.

“We are excited to welcome visitors from near and far to experience everything the lighthouse has to offer,” said representatives from the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum. “Community Day is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate local history, support local vendors, and enjoy a fun-filled day at Leelanau State Park.”

Arts and crafts vendors will also be on site throughout the event, showcasing handmade items and local creations.

The Grand Traverse Lighthouse is located at the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula inside Leelanau State Park near Northport, Michigan.

For more information about Community Day or vendor opportunities, please contact the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum at 231-386-7195 or email info@grandtraverselighthouse.com.

About Grand Traverse Lighthouse

Established in 1852, the Grand Traverse Lighthouse has guided mariners entering the Manitou Passage for more than 170 years. Today, the lighthouse serves as a museum and educational destination dedicated to preserving the maritime history of the Great Lakes region.

Join us for a cohosted event with the Suttons Bay Chamber at Suttons Bay Harbor House, guest-hosted by Dart Bank, on merchant services/credit card processing and escrow services. Thursday, 4:30–6:30 PM at 93 S Shore Dr, Suttons Bay — wine, soft drinks, and appetizers provided. Follow the “Dart Bank Treasury Management Team” page on Facebook to receive a free tote bag.