A Mirror, a Myth, and a Lifetime of Art
Wednesday - 6PM-9PM
Evening on River Street: Kids Connection
Games, activities, & live music by Sweetwater Blues Band & ShortStop.Wednesday - 6PM-8PM
Evenings at the Gazebo Summer Music Series
Featuring Laura Crowe. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.Wednesday - 6PM
How to Become a Published Author with Jillian Laine
Author & former book editor Jillian Laine published five books with Sesame Street early in her …Wednesday - 7PM-9PM
Ellsworth Concerts on the Square: Gospel Night
Bring a blanket or chair.Wednesday - 7PM
Jefferson Starship - Runaway Again Tour
Wsg Atlanta Rhythm Section, Firefall, & Orleans. One of the most successful arena rock bands of…Wednesday - 7PM
Macbeth at the Lakeside Shakespeare Festival
Professional Chicago actors perform Shakespeare in the park in Frankfort! Macbeth, directed by Chri…Wednesday - 8PM
Chamber Music Concert - Bay View Brass Spectacular
A grand evening of brass music featuring 15 musicians including large brass, faculty brass quintet,…Wednesday - 8PM
Live At The Bay: Sturtz
An acoustic quartet that blends folk & soul. Led by the vocals of Andrew Sturtz, & backed b…An Exciting Time for Art and Culture
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Feature
Cheers To Sugar Loaf!
When the Leelanau Conservancy officially brought the former Sugar Loaf property into their portfolio this past March, there was a lot to celebrate for locals who love the former ski spot. Now, we’re raising …July 25, 2026 |
Dining
Brady’s Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Look, we love a good, old-fashioned hamburger, and we appreciate the fact that the vast majority of restaurants in town have a burger option on the menu. But we’re also big believers that it …July 25, 2026 |
Opinion
Support Our Region Broadly to Strengthen Our Communities
Northwest Michigan is known for its clear blue lakes, rolling dunes, thick forests, and miles of scenic shorelines. The area mixes small-town charm with ample outdoor recreation opportunities along with strong local agriculture and …July 25, 2026 |
Virtual Express
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Old-Fashioned Blueberries
It’s a festival double header in the Cadillac area this weekend! First up, journey back in time at the Marion Old Fash… Read More >>Not In Any Sense
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Are You Ready To Vote?
Tuesday, Aug. 4, is the Michigan primary election. For those who have requested them, absentee ballots have already been sen… Read More >>