IPR Holiday Concert Guide

Interlochen Public Radio compiled a comprehensive holiday concert guide listing live in-person performances and events throughout Northern Michigan. Link here for the 2022 Northwest Michigan Holiday Concert Guide. Have an upcoming concert to add? Submit to the IPR Almanac here.

Holiday Happenings

Here’s a sample of holiday happenings across the Network . Post your events to the Member Showcase, link here.  More on the Network website.

• Crooked Tree Arts Center – Petoskey Holiday Bazaar 11/22-12/20
• Northport Arts Association’s Holiday Arts & Crafts Market 11/26
• Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra Messiah
• Ramsdell Sleighbell Weekend, 12/3-4
• Charlevoix Circle of Art Chritkindl Market 12/3
• Up North Art German Holiday Market

New Freelance & Independent Contractors Directory

Michigan’s Creative Coast has launched its first-ever online ‘Freelance & Independent Talent Directory.
The directory offers these entrepreneurs a microsite to showcase their resumes, portfolios, and services to businesses and employers looking for local talent and creates business-to-business development among freelancers. Link here for info, listing options and fees.

Minigrant Webinars, Info

The Network is accepting Round 2 applications for Michigan Arts & Culture Council (MACC) minigrants (projects, art equipment & supplies, school bus only – no PODs). Funding to be used 3/1 – 9/30/2023. Deadline to apply is 1/15/2023. Webinars and virtual Q&A sessions are available. Schedule:

• Mondays: 12/5, 12/12 & 1/11 at 10 am
• Wednesday: 11/30, 12/7, 12/14 & 1/9 at 10 am
• By request – arts@nwmiarts.net

Info & links to guidelines are available here.
Zoom link for info sessions here.