Arts for All of Northern Michigan

As Arts for All closes its doors on
November 30th, we are delighted to share news of organizations eager to continue the creative journey you've begun with us.

As we close this chapter, we carry the memories of the wonderful years spent together, fostering a vibrant and inclusive artistic community. We want to thank each and every one of you for bringing your special gifts and talents through our doors.

Here are some exciting updates:

1. Disability Network
415 East Eighth Street, Traverse City, MI 49686
and 309 1/2 North Second Avenue, Alpena, MI 49707

Spirit Club: Demarie will lead arts projects, and Disability Network offers an inclusive virtual/in-person fitness program, including dance, boxing, nutrition, yoga, general workouts, and the continuation of beloved Karaoke Night events.

For details, contact Alanna or Demarie
https://www.disabilitynetwork.org/
Contact: 231-922-0903

2. MI Music Education of Traverse City, MI Music Studio,
3003 N. Garfield, Traverse City, MI

Mi Music Studio will offer a special needs music exploration class once a month. This class will include rhythm, ukuleles, strings, and pianos! The class will be held every last Tuesday of the month from 5-6 pm, starting this month on Tuesday, November 28th.

To sign up, call 231-632-1636 or email [email protected].

Additionally, MI Music Education operates the MiMusic Scholarship Fund with a mission to provide music lessons and instruments to students with financial need and who are otherwise underserved in the community. This includes artist development programs focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Click to learn more about the MiMusic Scholarship Fund

3. GTI Grand Traverse Industries
2170 Traversefield Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686

GTI Grand Traverse Industries will continue hosting the Valentine's dances.

Reach out to Dayna Ryan at [email protected] for details.
Contact: Phone: (231) 922-4885

4. Traverse City Elk's Lodge #323
625 Bay St, Traverse City, MI 49684

Traverse City Elk's Lodge #323 graciously supports the continuation of dances at their venue.

Contact: [email protected]

5. Crooked Tree Arts Center

Explore exhibits, concerts, classes, lectures, and special events at the Crooked Tree Arts Center, inspiring lives through the arts. Instructor Alyssa Jordan will lead the Mindfulness Stitching and Plush Pocket Pals class.
https://www.crookedtree.org/tc

November 17th at 415 East Eighth Street at 5:30- SEE YOU FOR KARAOKE! 😍 Thank you Disability Network for carrying on this fun event! Disability Network Northern Michigan

We are pleased to carry on the Arts for All of Northern Michigan tradition. Thank you for the generous donation of the equipment! See you Friday evening!

Halloween for ALL - this Saturday at the Dennos from 10-1, FREE event!

Thank you to the Traverse City Elk’s Lodge for a wonderful collaboration with a successful Halloween event! We also want to give a big shoutout to Wendy McWhorter for her fantastic help with mask painting. Wendy McWhorter Painter Traverse City Elks Lodge #323

We will see you tomorrow rain or shine for the Halloween event at Jacobs Farm. The event will be held in the barn closest to the road.

We are immensely grateful to have joined hands with Northwest education services formally TBAISD in a shared mission to uplift and empower the youth of our five county area through work-based learning opportunities. We are deeply touched and grateful to receive handwritten notes and artwork from two of our esteemed participants. Northwest Education Services - formerly TBAISD

Join us in celebrating our Halloween dance grand finale as we bid farewell! 🎃👻 Thursday, October 26th. We'll kick things off with art projects at 5:00, and the dance starts at 6:00.

For 27 years, Arts for All of Northern Michigan has had the immense privilege of providing arts and cultural experiences to more than 5,000 individuals. We have celebrated the power of art, witnessed incredible creativity, and built a community bound by the shared belief in the transformative power of artistic expression.

Regrettably, we face significant funding challenges that have made continuing our programs and services untenable. With heavy hearts, we announce we will close our doors at the end of November 2023.

This decision was not made lightly. We explored every possible avenue to sustain our operations, but the financial obstacles proved insurmountable. We want to express our deepest gratitude to every participant, volunteer, donor, and supporter who has been part of our journey. You have been the heartbeat of Arts for All, and the memories we created together will forever be cherished.

We understand the impact of this announcement and want to assure you that we are committed to making this transition as smooth as possible for everyone involved.

We'll miss the vibrancy, creativity, and warmth that each of you brought into our space. Thank you for sharing your art, spirit, and support with us. While our doors may be closing, the impact of our work together will resonate in our community for years to come.

With deepest appreciation,

Val McCarthy
Executive Director

On behalf of the Board of Directors
Arts for All of Northern Michigan

HALLOWEEN FOR ALL!
JOIN THE DENNOS MUSEUM & ARTS FOR ALL
FOR A FREE SENSORY-FRIENDLY HALLOWEEN EVENT!
Saturday, Oct. 28 / 10am-1pm at The Dennos Museum Center
For FREE tickets visit: DENNOSMUSEUM.ORG/EVENTS or scan the QR Code

Hope you can join us for a Spooktacular good time!
Please RSVP by email to: [email protected]
or call 231-947-1278