Celebrating 10 Years in Traverse City | Janet Oliver
Petoskey's New Immersed Community Programming
CTAC School of Ballet Instructor Karrie Benedict's Retirement, and more!
A LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT A SEASON OF CELEBRATION
Summer is here, and with it comes an exciting season of growth, change, and celebration at Crooked Tree Arts Center (CTAC). As always, our mission remains focused on providing meaningful opportunities for our community to connect, learn, and grow through the arts. This year, we are thrilled to share several exciting developments that highlight our ongoing impact and future vision.
HONORING
A BALLET LEGACY
We must first express our heartfelt gratitude to Miss Karrie Benedict, who has been a cornerstone of our School of Ballet for 17+ years and will be retiring from her teaching role this summer. While we'll miss her positive presence in class, we're excited to have her join as emeritus faculty for continued mentorship. Read more about Miss Karrie’s incredible career from the Petoskey Member Spotlight feature on page 3.
A DECADE OF ART IN TRAVERSE CITY
We are celebrating the 10th anniversary of CTAC’s Traverse City campus! Over the past decade, this vibrant space has fostered creativity, inspired artists, and served Northern Michigan through dynamic arts programming. To mark this milestone, we’re hosting special events throughout the year as part of a 10-month fundraising campaign, ensuring a bright future for arts in Traverse City. Flip to page 11 to find our schedule of events.
WELCOMING THE SUTTONS BAY ART FESTIVAL
We are excited to announce that in addition to the annual Crooked Tree Art Fair in Traverse City in July, CTAC will be managing the beloved Suttons Bay Art Festival, a longstanding tradition that brings artists and the community together. Join us August 2 and 3 at Suttons Bay Marina Park as we continue this cherished event’s legacy.
CROOKED TREE ARTS
NEW FREE PUBLIC PROGRAMMING IN PETOSKEY
In Petoskey, we are launching Immersed—a summer-long celebration of our region’s extraordinary aquatic environments through art, science, and community collaboration. With exhibitions, workshops, lectures, and camps, Immersed invites us to explore and appreciate Northern Michigan’s natural and cultural treasures. Check out pages 14 and 15 to learn more and see our schedule of free events.
A FRESH LOOK & ENHANCED EXPERIENCE
This summer, we are revamping our website to provide a more intuitive and user-friendly experience. We hope this makes it easier for you to explore our programs, register for classes, and stay connected with CTAC!
Our summer is packed with incredible events that bring people together to celebrate creativity. Whether you’re attending an exhibition, concert, kids summer camp, adult workshop, or community event, we hope you’ll join us in making this summer unforgettable. None of this would be possible without YOU—our members, donors, volunteers, and supporters. Thank you for being part of the CTAC family. I look forward to seeing you soon!
CENTER is a community arts organization committed to providing quality and unique arts experiences for Northern Michigan residents and visitors. Through fine art exhibitions, lectures, workshops, art fairs, dance and music programs, concerts, and more, CTAC creates ways to connect, learn, and grow through the arts.
CTAC STAFF & BOARD OF DIRECTORS
STAFF:
Angela Morris
PRESIDENT
Kristi Wodek
VICE PRESIDENT, TRAVERSE CITY
Michelle Horn
DEVELOPMENT & EVENTS MANAGER
Carina Hume
BUSINESS DIRECTOR
Brian Iler
GALLERY & VOLUNTEER MANAGER, TRAVERSE CITY
Kimberly McCarthy
DEVELOPMENT & EVENTS COORDINATOR
Brianne Munch
GALLERY & MARKETING ASSISTANT, TRAVERSE CITY
Keely Bomee Platte
MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
Heather Raue
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR – CTAC SCHOOL OF BALLET
Sheila Ruen
VISUAL ARTS DIRECTOR
Alissa Seelman-Rutkofske
EDUCATION & OUTREACH COORDINATOR
Kristal Taylor
STUDIO & GUEST EXPERIENCE ASSOCIATE
Shaun Ulrich
FACILITIES MANAGER
Finley Van Patten
OPERATIONS COORDINATOR – CTAC SCHOOL OF BALLET
Bobby Yarger
MEMBERSHIP & VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
John Fergus-Jean, CHAIR
Hal Lawrence, VICE CHAIR
Ragnar Avery, TREASURER
Kathleen A. Davis, SECRETARY
Susan Beaufait-Bingham, Ed Boyer, Michelle Boyer, Steve Fritz, Rob Harold, Debbie Lamson, Don Molosky, Anne Montagne, Anne Morningstar, Stephen Palmer, Jim Schroeder, Celia Sinclair, Elaine Smiley, Carrie Titus, Jennifer Tobias
Founded in 1971, Crooked Tree Arts Center has two locations in Northern Michigan: 461 E. Mitchell Street Petoskey, MI 49770 (231) 347-4337
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With a lifelong passion for dance, Miss Karrie Benedict began training at The Bullard School of Ballet in Kalamazoo, Michigan, at the age of four. She went on to earn a BFA Honours Degree in Dance from York University in Toronto, Ontario, before performing and studying with The White Street Art Center in Urbana, Illinois.
In 1999, she discovered her love for teaching and, in 2008, was invited by Crooked Tree Arts Center School of Ballet Artistic Director, Heather Raue, to lead a master class. That summer, she was offered a faculty position, a role she has cherished for 17 years and will continue through June 2025.
“My favorite experience has been watching dancers I started when they were 4 grow into preprofessional and professional dancers. Because I knew them so well, I was able to create roles specifically for them. Sometimes my goal was to exemplify their strengths and sometimes it was to bring something out in them they didn't know they had. Being in Miami last year to watch our alumna Taylor Naturkas make her debut as Firebird with Miami City Ballet was the pinnacle of that experience.”
As a choreographer, Miss Karrie has created numerous works for the School of Ballet’s productions, including the annual Nutcracker and June Show. Whether crafting atmospheric pieces—like the tornado in The Wizard of Oz—or storytelling moments—such as the funeral scene in Snow White—her process always begins with music, ensuring each selection is authentic and evocative.
Though she is stepping away from her fulltime role, she is honored to have been granted emeritus status and looks forward to continuing with the School of Ballet through master classes and mentorship. “I am also excited to be able to consider new collaborations with the many dancers, musicians, and visual artists I have stayed in contact with over the years.”
"Since 2008, Miss Karrie has shaped the lives of thousands of young dancers at CTAC School of Ballet. Her dedicated and unwavering passion and expertise has introduced and instilled the beautiful world of dance, strong foundation, and work ethic to our Northern Michigan youth for over two decades. We look forward to continuing to work with her as emeritus faculty. We love you and thank you, Miss Karrie!"
- CTAC SCHOOL OF BALLET ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, HEATHER RAUE
Heather Raue, Karrie Benedict, and Tracy Thomson in the wings of Karrie's final Nutcracker
dancers after rehearsal for Nutcracker
Beginning and intermediate dancers after Karrie's final Nutcracker
SCHOOL OF BALLET
Founded in 2003 by Artistic Director Heather Raue, the CTAC School of Ballet trains young people for careers in dance and is dedicated to its legacy. The School of Ballet offers professional training in ballet and alternative dance modalities, as well as in stagecraft, screendance, lighting, choreography, pedagogy, and Special Needs Artistic Movement to nearly 150 students annually.
Our pre-professional students have gone on to dance professionally in many American dance companies including: Miami City Ballet, Charlotte Ballet, Oregon Ballet Theatre, and Deeply Rooted Dance Theatre. They have attended prestigious MFA and BFA dance programs, are on our faculty, and thrive in dance-related careers. We are proud to have brought world-class dance education to well over 4,000 students (ages 4+) in Northern Michigan and beyond.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR PRE-PROFESSIONAL LEVEL DANCERS ON THEIR SUMMER ACCEPTANCES!
CHLOE BOS
Attending: Pacific Northwest Ballet
Additional
Acceptances: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, BalletMet, Cincinnati Ballet, Kansas City Ballet, Louisville Ballet, Nashville Ballet, Oklahoma City Ballet, Sacramento Ballet (scholarship), Sarasota Ballet, Texas Ballet Theater, Tulsa Ballet, Atlanta Ballet, School of Philadelphia Ballet, Ballet Arizona, and Milwaukee Ballet.
CALLIE
CARLSON
Attending: Miami City Ballet
Additional
Acceptances: Ballet Chicago, Ballet Austin, Kansas City Ballet, and Orlando Ballet.
2022, 2023 Harriett Lee Hicklen Memorial Scholarship for Dance recipient
ELSIE DAWSON
Attending: Chautauqua
Institution Additional Acceptances: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Miami City Ballet, Kansas City Ballet, and Ballet Chicago.
2022 Jane & Bill Millar Outstanding Progress Scholarship
CATHERINE FERNANDEZ
Attending: Interlochen Arts Academy (scholarship) and ART of - Ballet
Zurich
Additional Acceptances: Ballet de Catalunya, and Ballet Ruso (scholarship).
ELLA GALLE
Attending: TBD
Acceptances: Texas Ballet Theater, Louisville Ballet, Milwaukee Ballet, Nashville Ballet, Oklahoma City Ballet, Philadelphia Ballet, Ballet Arizona, Sacramento Ballet (scholarship), Cincinnati Ballet, and Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre.
NORA HORNIBROOK
Attending: Ballet Chicago
Additional
Acceptances: Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet, and Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre.
2024 Jane & Bill Millar Outstanding Progress Scholarship
COLETTE MCLEOD
Attending: Milwaukee Ballet and BalletMet Company Rep Week
Additional
Acceptances: Ballet Austin, Central
Pennsylvania Youth Ballet, Kansas City Ballet, The Rock, Louisville Ballet, Carolina Ballet, Oklahoma Ballet, Tulsa Ballet, Texas Ballet Theater, Ballet West, Ballet Arizona, Sacramento Ballet (scholarship), Cincinnati Ballet, School of Philadelphia Ballet, Nashville Ballet, and Sarasota Ballet.
2024 Harriett Lee Hicklen Memorial Scholarship for Dance recipient
CLAIRE MILLER
Attending: Miami City Ballet
Additional
Acceptances: Ballet West, Ballet Chicago, Kansas City Ballet, Orlando Ballet, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Sarasota Ballet, The Rock, Nutmeg Conservatory, University of North Carolina School of the Arts, Boston Ballet, and Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet.
AILINN MULLANEY
Attending: Pacific Northwest Ballet
Additional
Acceptances: Houston Ballet, Miami City Ballet, and Kansas City Ballet.
2024 Harriett Lee Hicklen Memorial Scholarship for Dance recipient
NOELLE PHILLIPS
Attending: Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp (scholarship)
2023, 2024 Harriett Lee Hicklen Memorial Scholarship for Dance recipient
PHOTO CREDIT: DAVE HARRELL
SIERRA SCHLEHUBER
Attending: School of American Ballet
Additional
Acceptances: Miami City Ballet, Pacific Northwest Ballet, Chautauqua Institution, Ballet Chicago, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, and Carolina Ballet (scholarship).
2024, 2025 Midwest RAD Fest choreographic selection
THALIA SPRINGBORN
Attending: Ballet
Chicago
Additional
Acceptance: Carolina Ballet (scholarship).
SIENNA STUCHELL
Attending: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre
Additional
Acceptances: Atlanta Ballet, Ballet Arizona, BalletMet, Kansas City Ballet, Louisville Ballet, Milwaukee Ballet, School of Philadelphia Ballet, Sacramento Ballet (scholarship), Sarasota Ballet, Nashville Ballet, Cincinnati Ballet, Oklahoma City Ballet, and Texas Ballet Theater.
Additional Acceptances: Pacific Northwest Ballet (scholarship), Interlochen Arts Academy (scholarship), Miami City Ballet, and Ballet Chicago.
2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 Midwest RAD Fest choreographic selection
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR INTERMEDIATE LEVEL DANCERS ON THEIR SUMMER ACCEPTANCES!
IRELYNN ELLSWORTH – Ballet Chicago
VIOLET MERRILL – Ballet Chicago and Interlochen Arts Academy
ALANA SPRINGBORN – Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp (scholarship)
GRADUATING SENIORS
CALLIE CARLSON
2022, 2023 Harriett Lee Hicklen Memorial Scholarship for Dance recipient
ARYA GRACE
2023 Jane & Bill Millar Outstanding Progress Scholarship
2025 Midwest RAD Fest choreographic selection
AMELIE HANSON
2023, 2025 Midwest RAD Fest choreographic selection
THE MOST INCREDIBLE THING
FRIDAY, JUNE 13, 7:00 PM
SATURDAY, JUNE 14, 1:00 & 7:00 PM
Harbor Springs
Performing Arts Center
Tickets: $5 Students // $25 Adults // $50 Reserved
Join the CTAC School of Ballet for their adaptation of, The Most Incredible Thing!
Published in 1870, Hans Christian Andersen’s little-known, yet powerful morality tale about the fragility of art, culture, and ethics in the face of aggression and hunger for destruction.
School of Ballet Summer Workshops
PRE-PROFESSIONAL AND INTERMEDIATE BALLET WORKSHOPS
June 23 – August 23
9 weeks: select anywhere from 1-9 weeks
CONTEMPORARY DANCE WORKSHOP
June 23 – July 11
3 weeks: select anywhere from 1-3 weeks
CLAIRE WINNELL
Attending: Ballet Magnificat!
BEGINNING AND BEGINNING/ INTERMEDIATE BALLET WORKSHOPS
July 14 – August 1
3 weeks: select anywhere from 1-3 weeks
VIDEO DANCE COMP WORKSHOP
August 4 – August 22
3 weeks
SUMMER ADULT BALLET
June 24 – August 19
9 weeks
IN THE GALLERIES
EXHIBITIONS
10FOLD
APRIL 15 - MAY 23
Cornwell Gallery
Artwork based on the most famous milestone number ‘10’ to help celebrate the tenth anniversary of CTAC - Traverse City.
Everything Sometimes
APRIL 18 - MAY 31
East & West Carnegie Galleries
This Mark Mehaffey solo exhibit is a reflection of ideas in motion. Mark’s paintings are driven by concepts, each leading him down a unique creative path. While beauty plays a role in his work, it is always inner truth that guides his artistic journey.
ART Off the Easel
APRIL 25 - MAY 23
Carnegie Rotunda
Annual exhibit with instructor Royce Deans’ High School Portfolio students.
Paint Grand Traverse Extended Exhibit
JUNE 24 - AUGUST 22
Carnegie Rotunda
Artwork from Paint Grand Traverse 2025
TURNING
JULY 11 - AUGUST 22
Cornwell Gallery Northwestern Michigan Woodturners exhibit their wares.
WOODEN & EARTHEN
JULY 11 - AUGUST 22
East & West Carnegie Galleries
With works by Nick Preneta & Nik Burkhart, this exhibit features artwork derived from natural earthen mediums such as wood and stone.
Events
OPENING RECEPTION
FRIDAY, APRIL 25
5:00 - 7:00 PM ALL CTAC-TC GALLERIES
An opening for 3 Spring exhibits: Everything Sometimes, 10FOLD, ART Off the Easel
OPENING RECEPTION
FRIDAY, JULY 11
5:00 - 7:00 PM
An opening for 3 Summer exhibits: TURNING, WOODEN & EARTHEN, Paint Grand Traverse Extended Exhibit
Artist Talks
SATURDAYS
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
APRIL 26:
MARK MEHAFFEY, ARTIST
A discussion with Mark about his artistic journey and his artwork in the exhibit Everything Sometimes.
MAY 3:
SCOTT WILSON OF VADA COLOR
Scott will discuss art reproduction, photographing artwork, note card printing, and lighting for painting.
MAY 17:
ARTISTS OF 10FOLD
Artists in the exhibit discuss their techniques, motivations and histories.
JULY 19:
WOODEN & EARTHEN
Exhibit artists discuss their unique mediums and artwork from the exhibit.
AUGUST 16:
ARTISTS OF TURNING
Artists of the exhibit and the Northwestern Michigan Woodturners discuss their craft.
ADULT WORKSHOPS
ILLUSTRATING WITH PEN & WATERCOLOR
Instructor: Janet Oliver
TUESDAY, JUNE 10
1:00 - 3:30 PM
Perfect for beginners, learn pen and watercolor techniques from an accomplished book illustrator.
LOOSE WATERCOLOR PAINTING
Instructor: Steve Griggs
FRIDAY, JUNE 13
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Learn to paint with watercolor in a style that is full of movement, energy, and emotion!
UNIQUE ALCOHOL INK JEWELRY
Instructor: Julie Tibus
FRIDAY, JUNE 13
1:00 - 4:00 PM
Learn to use dynamic and vibrant alcohol inks to create beautiful one-of-a-kind art jewelry.
GEODE HOT WATER IRRIGATION DYEING
Instructor: Terry Tarnow
SATURDAY, JULY 12
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Using an innovative process, create one-of-a-kind geode dye patterns on bamboo scarves and socks!
GEOMETRIC ABSTRACTS WITH COLLAGE
Instructor: Julie Tibus
SATURDAY, AUGUST 16
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Learn to use dynamic and vibrant alcohol inks to create beautiful one-of-a-kind art jewelry.
ART FAIRS
CROOKED TREE ART FAIR
SATURDAY, JULY 26
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Grand Traverse County Civic Center
Browse and shop 100+ juried artists from across the country - free parking and admission!
SUTTONS BAY ART FESTIVAL
SATURDAY, AUGUST 2 AND SUNDAY, AUGUST 3, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Suttons Bay Marina Park
Spend an art-filled weekend with 100 artists, community groups, a book sale, food vendors & a children's area!
EVENTS FOR ALL AGES
FUN WITH WATERCOLORS: BIRDS
Instructor: Janet Oliver
TUESDAY, JUNE 3
1:00 - 3:30 PM
Learn from an accomplished book illustrator how to paint birds with watercolor.
PLEIN AIR PAINTING DEMO
Instructor: Cheryl Perkins
SATURDAY, JUNE 7
12:00 - 3:00 PM
Free and open to the public, watch artist Cheryl Perkins in a live painting demo outdoors (weather permitting).
FREE FAMILY DROP-IN ART
SATURDAYS, JUNE 21, JULY 12
AND AUGUST 9
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Drop-in the second Saturday of each month for a new, free family-friendly art activity.
Kids Summer Camps
FIBER ART EXPLORATION (GRADES 3-5)
JUNE 25 - 27, 1:00 - 3:30 PM
Using felt, fabric, and yarn, campers will learn techniques like weaving and hand sewing to create fun, one-of-a-kind accessories full of personality and style.
FRIDA KAHLO'S MEXICO (GRADES 1-3)
JULY 14 - 18, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Campers will explore painting, collage, and decorative design to create vibrant works influenced by Kahlo’s iconic style and traditional Mexican art.
COSMIC CREATIONS: OUTER SPACE AND CONSTELLATIONS (GRADES 1-3)
AUGUST 4 - 8, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
3…2…1…Blast off! The week kicks off with a live planetarium experience to spark creativity, launching campers into a universe of cosmic inspiration and galactic fun!
VIEW ALL SUMMER CAMPS AND REGISTER HERE:
TRAVERSE CITY
TRAVERSE CITY
PAINT GRAND TRAVERSE RETURNS
JUNE 2025
A CELEBRATION OF ART, COMMUNITY & NORTHERN MICHIGAN’S SUMMER BEAUTY
Get ready—Crooked Tree Arts Center’s 8th Annual Paint Grand Traverse plein air painting festival is back and better than ever! This vibrant week-long celebration of outdoor painting kicks off Summer 2025, bringing together 33 nationally recognized artists who will capture the stunning landscapes of Traverse City, Old Mission Peninsula, Leelanau County, and the Lake Michigan shoreline, all in real time, right before your eyes.
Over 250 original paintings will be created throughout the week, each one capturing the beauty and spirit of Northern Michigan. Whether you’re an experienced painter, an aspiring artist, or simply an art lover, there’s something for everyone. Join us for artist demonstrations, kids' activities, classes, gallery previews, and lively gatherings, all leading up to our signature Fresh Paint Party and public sale.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Plein Air Painting for Fearless First-Timers
MONDAY, JUNE 16
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Hannah Park
An introductory outdoor painting workshop— perfect for beginners!
“Small Wonders” Society Event – By Invitation
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18
Flintfields Horse Park
CTAC Society Members are invited to mix and mingle with the artists, shop an exclusive collection of small works, and enjoy the excitement of the Horse Expo.
PGT Awards Juror
Demonstration – FREE
THURSDAY, JUNE 19
5:30 – 7:30 PM
CTAC – Traverse City
Juror Kimball Geisler will guide you to see landscapes—and art—with new eyes.
Fresh Paint Party
FRIDAY, JUNE 20
6:00 – 8:00 PM
CTAC – Traverse City
The marquee event of the week! Celebrate the unveiling of the Paint Grand Traverse collection, sip wine, enjoy appetizers, and listen to live music. Be there as artist awards are announced at 5:30 pm, and purchase your favorite painting right off the wall to take home that night! Tickets on sale now!
Pint-Sized Paint Out – FREE
SATURDAY, JUNE 21
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
CTAC – Traverse City
A hands-on outdoor painting experience for kids of all ages—future plein air artists in the making! Prizes awarded.
Plein Air 3-day workshop with Awards Juror, Kimball Geisler Simplifying the Landscape Through the Lens of Value
SATURDAY, JUNE 21 - MONDAY, JUNE 23
8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
CTAC – Traverse City
This workshop will focus on building strong compositions and understanding the essential role of value in creating dynamic, well-designed paintings. Through daily demonstrations, painting sessions, and personalized feedback, students will learn how to use value to create form, strengthen their design structure, and bring their compositions to life.
Public Sale & Exhibit Opening – FREE
SATURDAY, JUNE 21
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
CTAC – Traverse City
Be among the first to view and purchase paintings created throughout the week. See how artists have captured our region’s iconic scenery, from shoreline sunsets to vineyard vistas.
Schedule of Events
Saturday, June 14
10:00 am Plein Air Demo at CTAC
Sunset Painting: Downtown Traverse City Front Street to West Bay Beach
10:00 am Fearless First Timers Plein Air Workshop at CTAC
11:00 am - 1:00 pm Chateau Chantal
Other painting locations TBA. See website for more details.
Tuesday, June 17
10:00 am Plein Air Demo at CTAC
Painting locations on Leelanau Peninsula. See website for more details.
5:30 pm Plein Air Demo at CTAC
Wednesday, June 18
10:00 am painting locations TBA. See website for more details. Artists at Flintfields Horse Park Sunset painting Downtown Traverse City
Thursday, June 19
10:00 am Plein Air Demo at CTAC 10:00 am - Noon The Botanic Garden
5:30 - 7:30 pm Artist Demo at CTAC - Kimball Geisler, Awards Juror
Friday, June 20
Fresh Paint Party
Buy your ticket today
First opportunity to see and buy art!
Saturday, June 21
Galleries open at 10:00 am
Free and open to the public
10:00 am - Noon Pint Size Paint Out - FREE
Presenting Sponsor:
for a complete list of events
TRAVERSE CITY
TRAVERSE CITY
JANET OLIVER
A DECADE OF CREATIVITY AND COMMUNITY: JANET’S JOURNEY WITH CROOKED TREE ARTS CENTER
For the past decade, Janet Oliver has been a dedicated member of Crooked Tree Arts Center, drawn in by a desire to be part of a thriving arts community.
“My inspiration was to become part of an art community—an organization that supported the arts, provided workshops for further learning opportunities—personally help support the arts here in [Traverse City],” she shares. Since joining in 2015, Janet has immersed herself in all aspects of CTAC, forming lasting connections with fellow artists and art enthusiasts.
Her membership has been a deeply enriching experience, offering opportunities to learn, teach, and showcase her work. “I have met many fellow artists, taken classes, and become a volunteer where I work with the great people at Crooked Tree Arts Center in TC,” she says. Beyond personal growth, CTAC has played a crucial role in her artistic journey, helping her expand her skills and even gain commission work through the connections she has made.
As an artist, Janet values CTAC’s role as a vital resource in the community. “Where else can you show your work, sell your work, learn more to expand your skills, and share what you know with others?” she reflects. She particularly appreciates the breadth of programming that CTAC offers, from exhibitions and workshops to the renowned Paint Grand Traverse event, which brings in talented artists from across the country.
Looking back on ten years of membership, Janet finds it difficult to pinpoint just one standout moment. “It’s more a collection of moments— meeting and talking to artists, learning how they tackle different situations, what supplies they use, and the challenges they have overcome.” However, one of the most meaningful aspects of her CTAC experience has been the relationships she has built. “The most important connections for me have been getting to know the staff at Crooked Tree. They are fantastic! They go out of their way to help address questions and locate resources, in addition to being so friendly and knowledgeable.”
For those considering membership, Janet wholeheartedly encourages them to join. “Membership ties you to others in the community who have similar interests and provides many opportunities to enhance knowledge and experiences.”
Through the support, encouragement, and vibrant community at CTAC, Janet has found a place where she can continue to learn, create, and connect. “It has become a valuable part of my life!”
One of the greatest joys of this work is seeing those connections in action Watching artists find their creative peers, students discovering their voice, families exploring together, and that undeniable spark when someone is truly moved by an experience these moments are what make our work so meaningful. As an artist myself, I know firsthand the transformative power of the arts And to play even a small role in fostering these experiences is an honor beyond words
I wholeheartedly believe that we are just getting started. The future of Crooked Tree Arts Center Traverse City is bright, and I can’t wait to see what we accomplish together Thank you for being a part of this journey
JULY
AUGUST
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
special kids' activity
Suttons Bay Art Fair booth & Petoskey Summer Soirée recognition
Porchfest, celebrating our historic Carnegie Library home
10-Year Anniversary Fundraiser (October 10)
Merry Marketplace with a special anniversary gift
$10 Holiday art class & final fundraising goal celebration
Celebrate the arts with Crooked Tree Arts Center’s premier summer fundraiser on Wednesday, July 9 and Thursday, July 10, in downtown Bay Harbor. This year’s featured artist, Connie Landis, has created a masterpiece to serve as inspiration for the event. Her featured artwork, Unbridled Spirit, will be auctioned off on stage at Dart for Art. Proceeds benefit CTAC’s mission… it’s a party with a purpose!
PREVIEW NIGHT
WEDNESDAY, JULY 9 | 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Join us for Preview Night complete with strolling heavy appetizers, drinks, live music, and silent auction as guests mix and mingle with artists to preview the Dart for Art gallery. Enjoy strolling tastes from your favorite chefs and restaurants and beer, wine, and specialty cocktails. As you preview the Dart Gallery, don't forget to cast your vote for your favorite artwork to win the People's Choice award! One of the exciting moments of Preview Night is the Little Gems live auction, where unique small artworks are auctioned off to the highest bidder!
THE MAIN EVENT
THURSDAY, JULY 10 | 6:00 - 10:00 PM
Main night attendees will delight in delectable dining, unique auction items, and astounding artwork in the Dart Gallery. Enjoy cocktail hour with appetizers by featured chefs, top-shelf bar, gourmet seated dinner, silent and live auctions, entertainment, and everyone's favorite part of the evening—"darting" for your choice of artwork to take home from the Dart Gallery.
What is "darting?" | The Dart for Art Gallery features more than 200 pieces of original artwork, including paintings, photography, jewelry, ceramics, sculpture, glasswork, and more! The Dart Gallery is valued at over $125,000. Guests will get to select a work of art* when their artist’s name is called — the order in which art is selected is the luck of the draw! When your artist’s name is called, you will run ("dart") and grab your piece of artwork off the wall.
*Note: Dart Tags are determined by ticket type, one per couple.
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Dart for Art 2025 Featured Artist
Connie Landis, a vibrant and expressive oil painter, has been selected as the featured artist for Dart for Art 2025. Her painting, Unbridled Spirit, will serve as the inspiration for this year’s celebration.
Connie’s family home on Lake Charlevoix where her mother, renowned landscape artist Martha Landis, lived for over 40 years has always been a source of inspiration. Her parents instilled in her a deep appreciation for the arts, antiques, and the natural beauty of Northern Michigan, shaping her path as an artist. While she grew up in an artistic household, her career in art began in earnest in her 30s, and her distinctive style developed over the past 20 years. Connie’s work is driven by an
appreciation for beauty found in attitudes, poise, and quiet elegance rather than traditional notions of perfection. Through her work, she aims to capture emotion in small but impactful details—body gestures, the fall of light, or the drape of clothing. Her creative process often starts with a feeling or a title that guides her compositions, always with the objective of sparking joy.
Connie began donating artwork to Dart for Art about 12 years ago and after moving to Northern Michigan permanently in 2016, she quickly became an active member, participating in workshops and volunteering as part of CTAC’s installation crew, including setting up countless Dart for Art events.
Featured Artwork: Connie Landis, Unbridled Spirit, 2025, oil on canvas, 30 x 40 in.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
CORPORATE SPONSORS
GOLD SPONSORS
Kathleen and Matt Davis
Jane Warner and John Hegener
Lin and Herb Henkel
Fred and Barbara Malpass
Sonja and Jonathan Perkins
The Sabatino Family Foundation
Joan and Tom Sabatino
Jennifer and Greg Saville
Robin and David Small
Barrie Bender and Ambassador Ron Weiser
Bill and Julie Wentworth
Laura and Howard Willard
SILVER SPONSORS
The Seitz and Barrat Families
The Mansfield Family
Cathy and David Meyer and Family
Dana and Kris Skogen
BRONZE SPONSORS
Linda and Dan CasaSanta
Sheryl and Bill Jarvis
O’Brien Harris Fine Cabinetry
Casey and Matt Ray
Ann and Tom Stallkamp
Steve and Amy Van Andel
BENEFACTORS
Charlotte and Rick Aaron
Liz and Neil Ahrens
Lois Aroian
Kathy Babcock
Janet Bell
Deana Blackburn
Cindy and Timothy Brammer
Megan and Vince Brennan
Michelle and Pete Campbell
Ashley DeCarteret
Bonnie Josephson and Steven Fishman
Debbie Gerard
Kathleen Glass
Rachel Goodstein
Kaarin Gordon
Mary and John Gorte
Robyn and Bryan Greenberg
Curt Harrison
Amy and Paul Heuerman
Julie and John Holder
Jennifer and Rusty Hughes
Denise Ilitch
Jana and Hal Jones
Patricia Kaine
Alexia Politis & Terrence
Kavanaugh
PETOSKEY
Cecily Kenny
Nancy Kohler
Dave Kring Chevrolet & QNCD
Sarah Labelle
Hal and Betsy Lawrence
Karen Quenneville & Dave Ligotti
Tim McAndrew
Jane Millar
Karen Miller
Anne and Marty Montagne
Teann Nash
Meredith Perkins
Pat Poyle
Patty Beck and Martin Rubenstein
Sunny and John Sapiente
Anita and Hank Schneider
Kathy and Jim Schroeder
Kristin and Rick Selvala
MK Mackin Seipke
Celia and Jeff Sinclair
Elaine Smiley
Janice and Tom Soblesky
Tom and Margaret Teske
Kurt and Phoebe Wietzke
Gail and Hal Willens
Bonnie and Harold
Zeigler
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IN THE GALLERIES
EXHIBITIONS
LEGACY & LIGHT:
150 YEARS OF BAY VIEW
MAY 22 - JULY 12
Atrium Gallery
Celebrate Bay View Association's 150th anniversary at Crooked Tree Arts Center! This exhibition features works across all media that capture the beauty, spirit, and legacy of Bay View, as well as the essence of the Chautauqua tradition.
IMMERSED
MAY 22 - AUGUST 30
Bonfield and Gilbert Galleries
Immersed is an art, natural science, and culture exhibition designed to cultivate greater enjoyment, appreciation, understanding, and stewardship of our extraordinary, local waterways.
The exhibit brings together art, design, and artifacts that explore the depths and dimensions of life in, on, and inspired by water, in an imaginative and immersive installation.
ANNUAL KITCHEN PAINTERS EXHIBITION
JULY 19 - AUGUST 30
Atrium Gallery
Each week, the Kitchen Painters invite artists of all levels to join them for open studio time at Crooked Tree Arts Center - Petoskey. This annual exhibition showcases recent work by the group.
Events
MAY SWIRL
THURSDAY, MAY 22
5:30 - 7:00 PM
Join us for wine and appetizers while previewing our new summer art exhibition, Immersed! Enjoy wine paired and selected by Great Lakes Wine and Spirits, delicious delectables prepared by Symons General Store, and live music performed by a local musician.
Tickets*: $25 for members | $30 for notyet-members (*includes one drink ticket - $5 each additional drink ticket)
OPENING RECEPTION FOR IMMERSED
SATURDAY, MAY 24
5:00 - 7:00 PM
The free public opening reception of Immersed, an art, natural science, and culture exhibition focused on our local waterways.
PAINT OUT
JULY 22 - 31
Local artists will have the opportunity to paint en plein air in the Little Traverse Bay region, compete for $850 in awards, and sell their work at the Wet Paint Sale.
WET PAINT SALE
THURSDAY, JULY 31
4:00 - 7:00 PM
A week of local en plein air painting will culminate in a wet paint sale and awards for outstanding work.
Coffee @ Ten
THURSDAYS
10:00 - 11:00 AM
Coffee @ Ten lectures are free events and all are welcome to join us for a complimentary cup of Roast and Toast coffee, pastry, and inspiring conversation. Offered weekly virtually and in-person.
MAY 22 — Amanda Weinert, LTBB Niigaandiwin Education Department
MAY 29 — Greg Walz, National Leadership Council Representative, Michigan Trout Unlimited
JUNE 5 — Scott Smith, Independent Scuba Diver and Photographer
JUNE 12 — Beth Wemigwase, Program Coordinator | Curator, Harbor Springs Area Historical Society
JUNE 19 — Dr. Elizabeth Fergus-Jean, Artist
JUNE 26 — Dr. Andrea Miehls, Great Lakes Fishery Commission Communications Associate
JULY 3 — Megan DeWindt, Executive Director & Elizabeth Nelson, Bay View Archivist
JULY 10 — NO COFFEE @ TEN
JULY 17 — Tom Renkes, Author
JULY 24 — Ann Baughman, Associate Director at Freshwater Future
JULY 31 — Lad Hanka, Artist
AUGUST 7 — Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer, Author of Braiding Sweetgrass
AUGUST 14 — Senghor Reid, Artist-inResidence at Good Hart
AUGUST 21 — Bruce Lynn, Executive Director at Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum
AUGUST 28 — Erika Van Dam, Vice President and Jeremy Pearson, Head of Sales at Van Dam Custom Boats
THANK YOU TO OUR VISUAL ARTS PRESENTER:
Free Public Programming
IMMERSED is an art, design, culture, and natural science exhibition designed to cultivate greater enjoyment, appreciation, understanding, and stewardship of our extraordinary, local waterways The exhibition and related programming explore depths and dimensions of life in, on, and inspired by water.
Schedule
of Events:
May 29 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM
All Too Clear Film Screening , a 90-minute documentary on the profound impact of invasive quagga mussels on the Great Lakes ecosystem
June 12 | 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians Fish Hatchery Enhancement Facility Research and Restoration Efforts, a talk by Kris Dey, Hatchery Manager
June 19 | 6:00 - 7:30 PM
At The Heart of the Great Turtle: The Waganakising home in the Great Lakes: A talk by Eric Hemenway, Director of Repatriation, Archives and Records for the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians
This program was made possible thanks to a generous grant from: Additional sponsorship support :
June 28 | 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Dan Egan, author of The Death and Life of the Great Lakes, in conversation with Greg McClinchey, Legislative Affairs and Policy Director for the Great Lakes Fishery Commission
July 17 | 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Northern Michigan: A Life on the Water with author, Jerry Dennis
July 31 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Introduction to FlyTying for Women with Trout Unlimited
July 31 | 7:30 - 9:00 PM
A Two Hearted Ale Film Screening and Talk by the Executive Creative Director of Woodward Films, Rory McHarg, and artist, Lad Hanka
August 9 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Water Protectors Panel: A Survey of Concerns Related to Line 5
August 14 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Introduction to FlyTying with Trout Unlimited
August 28 | 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Getting into the Flow: The Art of Creative Immersion with artist Dr Elizabeth Fergus-Jean
August 31 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Bad River Film Screening, in collaboration with the “Water is Life” Festival
All events are free and open to the public
ADULT SUMMER WORKSHOPS
BLOOMS AND BRUSHES: EXPLORING FLORAL DESIGN
JUNE 5, 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Learn the basics of creating floral centerpieces inspired by classic still life paintings with Sweetwater Floral.
BLOOMS AND BRUSHES: STILL LIFE PAINTING
JUNE 5 - 6, THURSDAY 1:00 - 5:00 PM, FRIDAY 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Learn to paint still life floral arrangements with Patrick Wise.
BLOOMS AND BRUSHES: EXPLORING FLORAL DESIGN AND STILL LIFE ART PAINTING (COMBINED)
JUNE 5 - 6, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Learn the basics of floral arranging with Sweetwater Floral, and still life painting with Patrick Wise.
HOW TO CREATE GREAT SMARTPHONE PHOTOS
JUNE 7, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Learn to make amazing smartphone photographs with Dan Welihan.
DISABILITY PRIDE PENNANT-MAKING WORKSHOP
JUNE 12, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Celebrate Disability Pride Month in this accessible community pennant making workshop with artist and art therapist, Bri Beck. Offered in collaboration with the Good Hart Artist Residency.
ALCOHOL INK: FLORALS AND LANDSCAPES
JUNE 18 - 19, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Discover the breathtaking allure of alcohol inks with instructor, Julie Tibus.
INTO THE DEPTHS: ARCHETYPES I
JUNE 19, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Explore the rich intersections of depth psychology and art with Dr. Elizabeth Fergus-Jean in this threepart series.
INTO THE DEPTHS: SERIES I (MYTHS, DREAMS, AND ARCHETYPES)
JUNE 19 - JULY 17, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Explore the rich intersections of depth psychology and art with Dr. Elizabeth Fergus-Jean in this threepart series.
VIBRANT LANDSCAPES IN OIL AND WATERMEDIA
JUNE 22 - 23, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Join artist Lyudmila Tomova Clark for a vibrant landscape painting workshop.
TAKING A CRITICAL LOOK AT BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY
JUNE 25 - 27, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Join Jan Bell for an intensive black and white photography workshop.
INTO THE DEPTHS: MYTHS I
JUNE 26, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Explore the rich intersections of depth psychology and art with Dr. Elizabeth Fergus-Jean in this threepart series.
INTO THE DEPTHS: DREAMS I
JULY 17, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Explore the rich intersections of depth psychology and art with Dr. Elizabeth Fergus-Jean in this threepart series.
GELLI PLATE PRINTING
JULY 22, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Learn to make beautiful handmade gelli-plate, mono-printed papers with Julie Tibus.
PLEIN AIR MASTER CLASS AT LAVENDER HILL FARM
JULY 28 - 30, MONDAY 5:30 - 8:00 PM, TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Join Heidi Marshall, IAPSMC, at beautiful Lavender Hill Farm for an en plein air master class.
SPONTANEOUS WATERCOLOR TECHNIQUES WITH ABSTRACT ELEMENT DESIGN
JULY 29 - 30, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Join Rocco Pisto for an abstract watercolor painting workshop.
ACRYLIC PAINTING: BIG SKIES AND WILD WATER
AUGUST 7 - 8, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Learn to paint stunning skies and abstract landscapes in this immersive workshop with Julie Tibus.
IPHONEOGRAPHY
AUGUST 12 - 13, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Expand and refine your iphoneography skills in this intensive workshop with Armin Mersmann.
CONTOUR DRAWING WORKSHOP
AUGUST 14 - 15, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Learn the techniques and art of contour drawing with Armin Mersmann.
INTO THE DEPTHS: ARCHETYPES II
AUGUST 15, 9:30 - 11:30 AM
Explore the rich intersections of depth psychology and art with Dr. Elizabeth Fergus-Jean in this three-part series.
INTO THE DEPTHS: MYTHS II
AUGUST 22, 9:30 - 11:30 AM
Explore the rich intersections of depth psychology and art with Dr. Elizabeth Fergus-Jean in this three-part series.
THE ESSENCE OF THE ANIMAL IN ART
AUGUST 19 - 22, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Join Elizabeth Pollie in this master class devoted to the idea of animals as primary subjects.
INTO THE DEPTHS: DREAMS II
AUGUST 29, 9:30 - 11:30 AM
Explore the rich intersections of depth psychology and art with Dr. Elizabeth Fergus-Jean in this three-part series.
Mini Series:
Plein Air Artists Teach the Art of Painting Water
PAINTING REFLECTIONS WITH HEIDI MARSHALL
JUNE 6, 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Join Master Pastellist, Heidi Marshall for this plein air workshop focused on painting reflections on water.
SKY AND WATER WITH ELIZABETH POLLIE
AUGUST 1, 12:00 - 5:00 PM
Join Master Painter, Elizabeth Pollie in this plein air workshop focused on water and sky.
PAINTING WATER SCENES WITH KURT ANDERSON
AUGUST 9, 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Join painter Kurt Anderson for this plein air workshop focused on painting water scenes.
EARLY MORNING CATTAILS WITH LORI FELDPAUSCH
AUGUST 16, 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Join painter Lori Feldpausch in this plein air workshop focused on painting relationships between flora and water.
KIDS ART CAMPS
PRE-K-K
DRAMA CAMP: HAVE YOU SEEN THIS MONKEY?
JULY 21 - 25, 10:00 - 10:45 AM
Join us on CTAC - Petoskey's stage for this playbased theater class designed for young learners.
DRAMA CAMP: AESOP’S WORLD
JULY 28 - AUGUST 1, 10:00 - 10:45 AM
Join us on CTAC - Petoskey's stage for this playbased theater class designed for young learners.
GRADES K-3
KIDS CLAY
WEDNESDAYS
JULY 30 - AUGUST 27, 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Join Ms. Stewart in the Clay and Pottery Studio for this summer kids’ clay class.
ART CAMP: AROUND THE WORLD
JUNE 16 - 20, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Explore the world with Ms. Flynn in this travelthemed art camp.
ART CAMP: ALICE IN WONDERLAND
JUNE 23 - 27, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Go through the Looking Glass with Ms. Flynn in this Alice and Wonderland-themed art camp.
ART CAMP: SPACE EXPLORERS
JULY 14 - 18, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Explore the night sky and astronauts with Ms. Flynn in this space-themed art camp.
ART CAMP: FOOD, FABULOUS FOOD!
AUGUST 4 - 8, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Follow in the footsteps of sculptural pop artists with Ms. Flynn in this food-themed art camp.
ART CAMP: SUMMER BREEZE
AUGUST 18 - 22, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Picture days at the beach with Ms. Flynn in this summer-themed art camp.
GRADES 1-3
DRAMA CAMP: BEWARE OF THE DRAGONS
JULY 21 - 25, 12:00 - 3:00 PM
Explore acting and costuming in this drama camp with Cody Cosmic and Kristal Taylor.
DRAMA CAMP: CLASSIC TALES WITH A TWIST
JULY 28 - AUGUST 1, 12:00 - 3:00 PM
Explore acting and costuming in this drama camp with Cody Cosmic and Kristal Taylor.
ART CAMP: THE ART OF NATURE (LITTLE TRAVERSE CONSERVANCY)
AUGUST 11 - 15, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Explore environmental themes through studio and field activities with Ms. Coveyou and LTC educators.
GRADES 4-6
KIDS MASTERPIECE SERIES: POP ART
JUNE 16 - 20, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Create bright paintings and graphic designs using images from contemporary popular culture with Ms. Stewart.
DRAMA CAMP: NORSE MYTHOLOGY AND MODERN TRICKSTERS
JULY 21 - 25, 12:00 - 3:00 PM
Explore acting, costuming, and prop designing in this drama camp with Cody Cosmic and Kristal Taylor.
DRAMA CAMP: CLASH OF THE GREEK MYTHS: PERSEUS VS. ODYSSEUS
JULY 28 - AUGUST 1, 12:00 - 3:00 PM
Explore acting and costuming in this drama camp with Cody Cosmic and Kristal Taylor.
PRINTMAKING
AUGUST 4 - 8, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Explore printmaking techniques to create unique works of art with Ms. Miller.
ART CAMP: WATERSHED EXPLORERS (TIP OF THE MITT WATERSHED COUNCIL)
AUGUST 11 - 15, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Explore watersheds with Ms. Coveyou and Tip of the Mitt Watershed in this environmental art and science camp.
GRADES 4-8
KIDS CLAY WEDNESDAYS
JUNE 18 - JULY 16, 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Join Ms. Stewart in the Clay and Pottery Studio for this summer kids’ clay class.
NEEDLE FELTING WITH EMMA MILLER
JULY 14 - 18, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Learn the basics of creating sculptural forms using needle felting techniques with Ms. Miller.
GRADES 8-12
CHARACTER AND PLOT: ILLUSTRATING STORIES WITH AUTHOR LINDSAY MOORE
JUNE 23 - 27, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join author-illustrator Lindsay Moore for a weeklong picture book making workshop.
REGISTER TODAY!
KIDS MASTERPIECE SERIES: PALETTE PIONEERS
AUGUST 18 - 22, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Create works of art inspired by classical and contemporary painters with Ms. Stewart.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18
SEAN MILLER
IN THE PARK
Pennsylvania Park Gazebo
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Pack a picnic and head to Pennsylvania Park in Downtown Petoskey for CTAC's annual Charlotte Ross Lee Concerts in the Park Series! Held 12:001:00 pm each Wednesday and Friday, June 18 through August 15, the concert series brings local musicians to the Gazebo stage. Bring a lunch, lawn chair, or picnic blanket and enjoy live music in the park! These performances are free and open to the public.
SPONSORED BY:
LIVE ON THE BIDWELL PLAZA
Relax with CTAC outside on the Bidwell Plaza! Bring a lawn chair or grab a picnic table and enjoy familyfriendly tunes on select summer evenings at 5:30 pm! Cash bar available.
FRIDAY, JUNE 20
THE TWEED TONES
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25
DON PHELPS
FRIDAY, JUNE 27
KEITH SCOTT
WEDNESDAY, JULY 2
ED TATUM
FRIDAY, JULY 4
JOHN RICHARD PAUL
WEDNESDAY, JULY 9
TAI DRURY
FRIDAY, JULY 11
TAI DRURY
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16
LUKE WOLTANSKI
FRIDAY, JULY 18
SUMMER MUSIC PROGRAMMING CONCERTS
BOONDOGGLE CATS
WEDNESDAY, JULY 23
FULL MOON JAM BAND
FRIDAY, JULY 25
MILLER LIGHTNER
WEDNESDAY, JULY 30
JEFF PAGEL
FRIDAY, AUGUST 1
KEVIN JOHNSON
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6
MIKE WARD
FRIDAY, AUGUST 8
STORY & JAMES
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13
SETH BROWN DUO
FRIDAY, AUGUST 15
CHRIS KOURY
TUESDAY, JUNE 24
ATJ
TUESDAY, JULY 29
THE MARSUPIALS
TUESDAY, AUGUST 26
LEVITATOR
Special thanks to Marsha and Neil Bidwell for supporting this series!
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