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Aug. 12, 2023

Let’s get ready to rumble! Catch the action on the track as Kalkaska’s Small Town Outlaws hold their home opener against Lansing Roller Derby and Traverse City Roller Derby on Saturday, Aug. 19, with matches at 2pm, 4pm, and 6pm at the Kaliseum Recreation Complex in Kalkaska. Ti… Read More >>

Lavender Haze

Aug. 5, 2023

If you missed out on Eras Tour tickets, the next best thing is Michigan songwriter and vocal powerhouse Kanin Wren! Kanin’s Version: A Taylor Swift Experience will be held at Lavender Hill Farm in Boyne City on Friday, Aug. 11, at 7:30pm. Kanin and a live band will cover Swift’s… Read More >>

We're Going to the Fair!

July 29, 2023

It’s that time of year again—and you all know the jingle! The Northwestern Michigan Fair runs Aug. 6-12 at 3606 Blair Townhall Rd in Traverse City. One of the draws to the fair is the Northwestern Michigan Figure-8, BNR & Big Car Rs Bonestock Demo Derby on Sunday, Aug. 6 fro… Read More >>

Song of the Lakes

July 22, 2023

Hop aboard the Tall Ship Manitou on Wednesdays in July and August from 6:30-8:30pm for an evening of jigs, chanteys, and ballads of sailing and life on the sea with Song of the Lakes, a Michigan-based group that has been singing the praises of the Great Lakes through their musical career. T… Read More >>

Don Your Lederhosen!

July 8, 2023

Gaylord’s annual Alpenfest is back in action July 11-15! (We’re especially looking forward to getting our groove on at the 22K Magic – Bruno Mars/Taylor Swift Tribute on Wednesday, July 12, from 8-10pm at the Main Stage.) Don’t miss the Burning of the Böögg… Read More >>

Taking Flight with the Thunderbirds

June 24, 2023

No doubt you’ve heard them! The United States Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration team is back in town for the Cherry Festival air show July 1-2 from 1-4pm over West Grand Traverse Bay. Watch for free from a boat or beach, or level up the experience with ticketed options including Bl… Read More >>

A Long Day of Open Mics

June 17, 2023

Head over to Bier’s Inwood Brewery in Charlevoix on Wednesday, June 21, from 4-9pm to support “The Longest Day,” a nationwide effort to help raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Association (AA). This will be an open mic style event with live music, raffles, donation oppo… Read More >>

What’s Cooking at Shady Lane

June 10, 2023

Celebrate your dad at Shady Lane Cellars’ Father’s Day Cookout. Offering a brat and Gruner Veltliner pairing for $18, the Suttons Bay winery will also have a cigar lounge with cigars available to purchase. This event runs from noon until 5pm on Sunday, June 18, along with live m… Read More >>

A Lovely Wine Weekend in Leland

June 3, 2023

A NoMi summer staple, the Leland Wine & Food Festival will be held Saturday, June 10, from 12-6pm at The Leland Lodge. Enjoy wine from Leelanau vintners, plus food from spots like Pleva’s, Art’s Tavern, Leelanau Bounty Boards, The Riverside Inn, and more. Laura Rain and the … Read More >>

Fishy Fun in Kingsley

May 27, 2023

Celebrate the world of fly fishing in Kingsley on Saturday, June 3, at Brownson Park. Held from noon to 8pm, the Kingsley Adams Fly Festival will feature fly tying, casting demonstrations and instruction, Au Sable river boats, live music, a microbrew tent, and more. Share fishing stories, s… Read More >>

Eerie Erie

May 20, 2023

The Garden Theater in Frankfort will host a screening of The Erie Situation on Monday, May 22, at 7pm, followed by a Q&A with director David J. Ruck. When a bloom of highly toxic algae entered the drinking water plant in Toledo from Lake Erie in 2014, citizens had to go without… Read More >>

Laughter Through Tears

May 13, 2023

Magnolias have been blooming around town, so head down to Truvy’s beauty salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, as the Little Traverse Civic Theatre presents Steel Magnolias, “The funniest play to make you cry.” Choose from a 7pm performance on May 11-13 and May 18-20, or 2pm on … Read More >>

May Meals in Frankfort & Elberta

May 6, 2023

Changing up the months this year from June to May, Frankfort Elberta Restaurant Week runs May 7-13 for 2023. Enjoy $15 and $25 menu specials at participating restaurants, including The Hotel Frankfort, Birch & Maple, Stormcloud Brewing Company, Dinghy’s, The Scoop, and Dos Arboles… Read More >>

Strolling the Sidewalk Sale

April 29, 2023

Hit all the local deals at the Indoor Sidewalk Sale in the Mercato at The Village at Grand Traverse Commons in TC on Saturday, May 6, from 10am-6pm and Sunday, May 7, from 10am-4pm. Enjoy giveaways, mimosa specials, and more. Stop by High Five Threads, Silver Fox Jewelry, Notably Natural, C… Read More >>

Choose to Run with Des Linden

April 22, 2023

Just after wrapping up the Boston Marathon, Charlevoix resident, Olympian, and 2018 Boston Marathon winner Des Linden will be at Petoskey High School Auditorium on Thursday, April 27, at 5:30pm to talk about her new book, Choosing to Run. The event, presented by McLean & Eakin … Read More >>

Where Poetry Meets History

April 15, 2023

The Benzie Area Historical Society Museum and Oliver Art Center will collaborate to launch ARTiFACTORY, a place where poetry meets history. Poets of all ages in the community have the opportunity to have their poem published and to read their work at an opening reception held at Oliver Art … Read More >>

Taste the NoMi Rainbow!

April 8, 2023

No, it’s not Skittles—it’s dinner! Up North Pride is pairing renowned local chefs with each color of the rainbow for a seven-course meal during their Taste the Rainbow event on Saturday, April 15. Dinner will be followed by a dance party with music by 2Bays DJs and live go… Read More >>

Main Street Lanes

March 25, 2023

Kids of all ages can bowl down Main Street in Harbor Springs on April Fool’s Day—no joke! Harbor Springs will close down the street on Saturday, April 1, from noon to 2pm to knock down some pins, no matter the weather. Enjoy hot chocolate and donuts from Johan’s, a bowling… Read More >>

Maple Weekend Fun

March 18, 2023

Northern Lower Michigan celebrates our Michigan Maple Weekend 2023 on March 25-26. A local spot celebrating is Out of the Woods Farm in Rapid City. Head there Saturday between 10am and 4pm to take a farm tour, learn about the maple process, sample products, and purchase your favorites to ta… Read More >>

Kayaks on the Snow

March 11, 2023

Competitive kayak racing (in the snow, no less) is just part of the St. Patrick’s weekend fun at Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville during their Celts & Kayaks event on Saturday, March 18. Also watch out for leprechauns skiing on the slopes, the On-Slope Scavenger Hunt, and the ann… Read More >>