Tawas Labor Day Arts and Crafts Festival
2021-09-04 10:00 - 2021-09-05 10:00 UTC | Tawas Shoreline Park, 429 W Lake St, Tawas City, MI, 48763, United States
Come and visit beautiful Tawas Bay and our unique shops and restaurants and stroll through over 130 booths of hand‑crafted items and food!
Saturday: 10am-5pm
Sunday: 10am-4pm

Live 65 Fall Festival
2021-09-17 08:00 - 2021-09-18 17:00 UTC | Iosco County Fairgrounds, 3716 M-65, Hale, MI, United States
Buttons for admission can also be purchased beforehand for $5 at various establishments in Hale and the surrounding area.
This festival includes everything from live music and comedy, arts and crafts, bounce houses, a car show, food trucks and more!
For more information about the Live 65 Fall Festival visit the aforementioned Facebook page or send inquiries to greaterhaleareaassociation@gmail.com

Paul Bunyan Days
2021-09-17 16:00 - 2021-09-19 16:00 UTC | Furtaw Field, 4986-4998 N State St, Oscoda, MI, 48750, United States
Friday, Sept. 17th 4pm-10pm. Saturday, Sept. 18th 9am-10pm. Sunday, Sept. 19th 10am-4pm. Children 16 and under are free.
Family Fun Tyme Amusements will be open beginning Friday from 4pm until close and open back up at 11am Saturday and Sunday till close.
Friday: 4pm-10pm: At 4pm the Robery J. Parks Library and Bradley the Bookworm will share Tall Tales and Lumberjack tales. At 5pm there will be a tribute to the late Ed Glotfelty, better known as Oscoda’s Paul Bunyan. Additionally the three hour quick carve Chainsaw competition will start and go until 8pm.
Saturday: 9am-10pm: Beginning at 9am gates will be open to browse craft vendor items until 5pm. The Chainsaw competition will commence at 9:30am with the carving of their competition piece and they will carve until 5pm. At 10am visitors can head over to the ACC Oscoda Campus booth for a Lumber Jack and Jill look alike competition. Also at 10am the Parks Library will be back to do more fun activities until 2pm. Cornhole registration will begin at 11am and the tournament will commence at noon until 5pm. The Saturday round is the preliminary round and Sunday will be the finals. At noon, there will be live music being played by Ronn Fryer and he will play until 4pm. At 2pm a Saw dust dig treasure hunt will be held for ages 2 to 12 years old. Registration for the beard competition will begin at 3pm and awards will be given at 4pm. At 5:15 pm there will be a chainsaw auction and judging, awards will be given at 6pm.
Sunday: 10am-4pm: At 11am the carnival will open and the corn hole finals will commence. From 12:30pm-1:30pm there will be an opportunity to dress your pet up like Paul Bunyan and show them off. All prizes will be given at 3pm. Starting at 2pm Ronn Fryer will play live music. At 2pm registration will begin for the pie eating competition will be open.

Affirmation Creation and Vision Board Workshop
2021-09-24 18:00 UTC | To The Moon and Back, 119 S state street, Oscoda, 48750, United States
Facilitator: Lain MacKenzie Learn how to create and use personalized affirmations in your daily life to create positive change with us! Also get creative by making your own Vision Board that help keep positive goals and aspirations in the forefront. Supplies and handouts provided.

Lions Club Fall Festival Arts and Crafts Show
2021-10-02 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Oscoda Area Schools, 3550 E River Rd, Oscoda, MI, 48750, United States
Celebrate Fall with homemade Arts & Crafts, Vendors, Homegrown Produce, etc.

Bazaar by the Bay & Craft Show
2021-10-16 09:00 - 14:00 UTC | Tawas United Methodist Church, 20 E Michigan 55, Tawas City, MI, United States
United Methodist Women host a Bazaar with crafts, books, gifts and homemade pies. Something for everyone.

Holy Family Bazaar
2021-10-23 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | Holy Family Catholic Church, 516 West Lincoln Street, East Tawas, MI, United States
Over 40 crafters, bake sale, cash raffles and a luncheon from 11am-2pm. Hosted by the Council of Catholic Women. For more information call 989-387-0742

Craft Night: Barn Quilts
2021-10-27 16:00 - 18:00, 2021-10-28 16:00 - 18:00 UTC | Robert J. Parks Library, 6010 N Skeel Ave, Oscoda, MI, 48750, United States

Furtaw Fresh Air Market
2021-11-06 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | Oscoda American Legion Post 274, 849 State Street, Oscoda, MI, 48750, United States
Support your local vendors and get a head start on your holiday shopping. All your favorite vendors plus new ones!

45th Annual Craft Show Bazaar
2021-11-13 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | Tawas High School, 255 E Michigan 55, Tawas City, MI, 48763, United States

Family Holiday Card Craft Night
2021-11-19 16:30 - 18:00 UTC | Robert J. Parks Library, 6010 N Skeel Ave, Oscoda, MI, 48750, United States
All ages welcome!

Oscoda Alpena Alcona Area Credit Union Fundraiser
2021-11-22 - 2021-11-26 | Oscoda Alpena Alcona Area Credit Union, 103 State Street, Oscoda, MI, 48750, United States
The Oscoda Alpena Alcona Area Credit Union will hold a “Bake Sale” and Craft Sale in the lobby of the Oscoda Branch of the Credit Union.
All proceeds will go to the “Oscoda Backpack Program” to help supply more than 150 students per week with food in hopes to reduce child hunger in our local area.

Knitting Group
2021-11-23 10:30, 2021-12-07 10:30 UTC | Robert J. Parks Library, 6010 N Skeel Ave, Oscoda, MI, 48750, United States
Love to knit? Join us for a time of fun and relaxation!
Need answers? Call 989-739-9581

Preschool Storytime
2021-11-24 09:45 - 10:30 UTC | Robert J. Parks Library, 6010 N Skeel Ave, Oscoda, MI, 48750, United States
Story time and crafts!
Ages 3-5, limited space available. Call the Robert J. Parks Library to reserve your spot!

Harrisville's Annual Holiday Celebration
2021-12-04 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | United Methoidst Church, 217 N State St, Harrisville, MI, 48740, United States
Christmas in the Village

Holiday Bazaar
Booths offering a wide range of hand crafted items, Wreaths, Baked goods, Drawing, Food, Rada knives
Hayrides
Enjoy a trip through Harrisville at a slower pace with fresh air in your face. Pick-up and Drop-off at Harrisville Arts Council Building on Third Street
Arts Council
Coffee and hot chocolate cookies! Pickup ornaments for kids!
Children’s Activities
Pick up and go children’s craft activities

Tawas Empty Bowls
2021-12-04 11:00 - 16:00 UTC | The Tawas Bay Art Gallery, 302 Newman Street, Tawas City, MI, United States
More than 200 handmade bowls will be for sale! Come shop for a unique piece for yourself or for a gift.
A silent auction will also be held. Silent auction items are unique and will be priced individually.
All proceeds will go to battle local hunger, the money from your purchase will go directly to the Salvation Army’s Kettle Bell initiative that identifies and services local people in need.

The Stables Holiday Wreath Workshop
2021-12-04 13:00 - 17:00 UTC | The Stables, 621 Esmond Road, East Tawas, MI, 48730, United States
Our Annual Holiday Wreath Workshop is back and we could not be more excited to be wreathing together in-person this year.
This is our favorite event of the year. The crisp air, fresh winter greens and life that this time together brings is beautiful.
The workshop will be held on Saturday, December 4th at the following times:
Session One: 1-2:30pm
Session Two: 3:30-5:00pm
Tickets are $65/person and include an 18″ grapevine wreath, assorted greens and decor as well as design instruction. Light refreshments from one of our local venues will also be available for you to enjoy. If you’d like to bring a bottle of wine, please do! Of course, we ask that you remain respectful and responsible regarding consumption.
*Please bring a pair of floral shears
**If you would like to create an additional wreath for a gift, second space in your home, etc., there is a 12″ wreath option for those of you who are feeling motivated to do so!
Whether you’re treating yourself or plan to enjoy this time with some of your besties, we can’t wait to see you!
For more information visit here

Knitting Group
2021-12-14 10:30, 2021-12-21 10:30, 2022-01-04 10:00, 2022-01-11 10:30, 2022-01-18 10:30, 2022-01-25 10:30 UTC | Robert J. Parks Library, 6010 N Skeel Ave, Oscoda, MI, 48750, United States
Love to knit? Join us for a time of fun and relaxation!
Need answers? Call (989) 739-9581

Christmas Craft Bazaar
2021-12-18 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Tawas Knights of Columbus, 821 Newman Street, East Tawas, MI, 48730, United States
Last Craft Show before Christmas. Lots of Everything, for everybody. Tables still available, $40 per space. For more info or to reserve a table contact Bishop Jan Beaderstadt, 989-254-1279
Rushman Hall

My Punny Valentine: Instore and Virtual
2022-01-08 09:00 (America/Detroit) | Erin Matthew Sewing, 2035 E US-23, East Tawas, MI, 48730, United States
Kimberbell’s new one-day machine embroidery event! We’ve got five witty and wonderful projects to share with your customers, including the “Served with Love” Apron, “You’re Spectacular” Zipper Pouch, and three miniature gift pockets: “You Compute Me,” “You’re Stellar,” and “Llama Just Say.”

Visit Facebook for more information.

Hale Winterfest
2022-01-15 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Detroit) | Plainfield Township Hall, 220 N. Washington, Hale, MI, 48739, United States
Art & Craft Show
Cutest Baby Contest
Chili Cook-Off
Fishing Contest – West Londo Lake
Snowman competition

More information under registration forms for deadlines.

Email with more questions
greaterhaleareaassociation@gmail.com
Contact phone numbers on registration forms

January "UFO" East Tawas Sewing Retreat
2022-01-21 09:00 - 2022-01-23 16:00 (America/Detroit) | Tawas Bay Beach Resort, 300 E. Bay Street, East Tawas, MI, United States
Bring your “UFO’s” or anything else you want to sew. Seats are limited – 14 available. Lunch on your own. Please bring a monetary donation for Harbor Lights Pregnancy Center. $79 for all 3 days. $40 nonrefundable down payment to hold your seat. Sign up at Erin Matthew Sewing. 989.305.6429

Affirmations & Art
2022-01-23 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Detroit) | Tawaste, 211 W Lake Street, Tawas City, MI, United States
A Mantra made for you and a masterpiece created by you!!
Join us for this fun and uplifting collaboration. All painting materials will be provided and technique will be taught. Kathleen our artistic yoga friend will show us how to create an uplifting mantra into a masterpiece made for and by YOU!
Do you have a favorite mantra you’d like to turn into art? Let’s make it! Do you wish to write your own?? Sign up beforehand and I will send you a worksheet on how to create your personal mantra
