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The NAA hosts various art programs, including a Monday night Figure Drawing Studio session at the Village Arts Building. There is no instruction, just a host to guide the proceedings. Artists are invited to attend as often as they like. Photos courtesy of Linda Gits
NAA looks to hire executive director
The Northport Arts Association (NAA) is looking for an executive director to lead its growing organization, programs, and events starting next year. NAA announced it was accepting candidate applications for the full-time position on December 17, but Linda Gits, NAA treasurer, said it’s been in their annual report plans since last year to eventually hire a director by 2024 to provide effective and creative leadership moving forward. 12/27/2023 04:58 PM
Captain Jerry Vanlandschoot of Munising and Adam Kilway dip whitefish from a trap net aboard Joy in 2010. Meggen Watt Petersen Photos
Fishtown’s Brotherhood of the Lake
Editor’s note: The following story was reprinted with permission from Okemos author Laurie Kay Sommers and the Fishtown Preservation Society. It was taken from chapter 8 of Sommers’ book “Fishtown: Leland, Michigan’s Historic Fishery.” The chapter is about the Brotherhood of the Lake. 12/27/2023 04:58 PM
LEELANAU HISTORY
LEELANAU HISTORY
New Year’s Eve appears to be making a comeback in Leelanau County. Many area businesses have substantial plans for the occasion this year, reviving the pastime when going out on New Year’s Eve was a big deal. 12/27/2023 04:58 PM
Live Nativity in Lake Leelanau
Live Nativity in Lake Leelanau
The birth of Christ is a beautiful, unifying moment in the history of Christianity. The humble beginning of Jesus’ birth is a story that touches our hearts. Celebrate a reflective moment after Jesus’ birth and bring peace and joy to our community that extends well after Christmas Day. 12/27/2023 04:58 PM
A LOOK BACK INTO 2023
A LOOK BACK INTO 2023
JANUARY 5, 2023 The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners reelected District 4 commissioner Ty Wessell as its chairman at an organizational session on Jan. 3. 12/27/2023 04:58 PM
Sue Trumbull of Leland marked the winter solstice with this photo taken Thursday along Lake Michigan. Courtesy photo
Solstice Sunset
Sue Trumbull of Leland marked the winter solstice with this photo taken Thursday along Lake Michigan. 12/27/2023 04:58 PM
Christmas is not over per pastors
Christmas is not over per pastors
Reporter’s note: This week concludes a four-part series about the fading role of Jesus Christ in Christmas. Past coverage has delved into Christmas in schools, feasts and music. This week we look into the Christian view that Dec. 25 should not mark the end of Christmas celebrating. 12/27/2023 04:58 PM
The village of Northport will ring in 2024 with its iconic “anchor” drop at the Northport Inn right in the heart of downtown. The annual beloved tradition garners interest from both locals and visitors alike, and the anchor drop, which switched from the usual “ball” (pictured here) last ye...
NYE celebrations to kick off 2024
If you’re looking for something to do on New Year’s eve to ring in 2024, towns and local businesses in Leelanau County have a number of specials and celebrations perfect for just yourself or the entire family. 12/27/2023 04:58 PM
County HR head resigns
County HR head resigns
The Leelanau County government is taking a blow as another department head recently confirmed to the newspaper that they submitted their letter of resignation. This time around, it was human resources (HR) director Darcy Weaver, who will be leaving on Jan. 5, 2024. 12/27/2023 04:58 PM
Top 10 stories of the past year
Top 10 stories of the past year
The Enterprise staff, reflecting on the past 52 issues, has come up with the top 10 stories of 2023. Another year out from the life-changing COVID, county government and the evolving role of a county finance director are near the top of our stories, for a second-straight year. 12/27/2023 04:58 PM
Glen Lake freshman Britton Wheeler uses the jointer to make sure the edges of the board are square.
Glen Lake students working with wood
Glen Lake high school students are building their future participating in the county’s only school industrial arts program. The class holds a unique signifi cance, providing students with hands-on experiences that transcend traditional classroom learning. 12/20/2023 09:57 PM
The Leelanau Community Choir performed earlier this month at the churches in Suttons Bay, Leland and Glen Arbor. Enterprise photo by Amy Hubbell
Birth story lost in popular music
Reporter’s note: The third installment follows of a fourpart series delving into the role of Jesus Christ in how we celebrate Christmas. Previous stories dealt with Christ’s use of food and feasts in reaching the hearts of people and how in local schools free speech rights are tempered by the separation of church and state by the First Amendment. This week attention turns to Christ’s presence in Christmas songs new and old. 12/20/2023 09:57 PM

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