September 2026 Events

September 2, 2026 - 1:00 PM Discover the story of the Hessel School House with new historic tours every Wednesday throughout the summer. Learn how this two-classroom schoolhouse, built in 1938, served students until 1958 before eventually becoming the community center we enjoy today. Hear alumni stories, play old-fashioned schoolyard games, sample the famous peanut butter cookies once baked by a beloved teacher, how the Avery Arts & Nature Center began in this space, and experience what makes this building so special to the Les Cheneaux community. Tours are free. Drop-ins welcome if space allows. Pre-registration and donations are appreciated. This event is made possible through grants from the Les Cheneaux Community Foundation and the Historical Society of Michigan. NOTE: Peanut butter cookies are served during this tour. If you have nut allergies, please be sure to let us know when registering.

September 9, 2026 - 1:00 PM Discover the story of the Hessel School House with new historic tours every Wednesday throughout the summer. Learn how this two-classroom schoolhouse, built in 1938, served students until 1958 before eventually becoming the community center we enjoy today. Hear alumni stories, play old-fashioned schoolyard games, sample the famous peanut butter cookies once baked by a beloved teacher, how the Avery Arts & Nature Center began in this space, and experience what makes this building so special to the Les Cheneaux community. Tours are free. Drop-ins welcome if space allows. Pre-registration and donations are appreciated. This event is made possible through grants from the Les Cheneaux Community Foundation and the Historical Society of Michigan. NOTE: Peanut butter cookies are served during this tour. If you have nut allergies, please be sure to let us know when registering.

Monday, September 14 • 10 AM - 1 PM Explore your next fused glass project with instructor Susan Hallums at her Cedarville Home Studio! Designed for those with some experience, this open studio lets you bring your own idea or choose from suggested options. Space is limited to 6 students, so register early. *The fee includes studio use, equipment, and firing; glass is priced separately based on your project and paid directly to the instructor at the class.

Monday, September 21 • 10 AM - 1 PM Explore your next fused glass project with instructor Susan Hallums at her Cedarville Home Studio! Designed for those with some experience, this open studio lets you bring your own idea or choose from suggested options. Space is limited to 6 students, so register early. *The fee includes studio use, equipment, and firing; glass is priced separately based on your project and paid directly to the instructor at the class.

September 16, 2026 - 1:00 PM Discover the story of the Hessel School House with new historic tours every Wednesday throughout the summer. Learn how this two-classroom schoolhouse, built in 1938, served students until 1958 before eventually becoming the community center we enjoy today. Hear alumni stories, play old-fashioned schoolyard games, sample the famous peanut butter cookies once baked by a beloved teacher, how the Avery Arts & Nature Center began in this space, and experience what makes this building so special to the Les Cheneaux community. Tours are free. Drop-ins welcome if space allows. Pre-registration and donations are appreciated. This event is made possible through grants from the Les Cheneaux Community Foundation and the Historical Society of Michigan. NOTE: Peanut butter cookies are served during this tour. If you have nut allergies, please be sure to let us know when registering.