There’s a lot to do this weekend….you could choose an art or wine tour of Traverse City, or start your Friday with coffee and creative conversation. Saturday is a great day to work on your dog’s leash manners, or find a great deal at the Mercado at the Village!
Traverse City Spring Art Walk
May 7th & 8th, 4-7pm
Downtown businesses will be hosting local artists who will have their works on display and for sale, and additional activities will be sponsored by Arts for All, the Crooked Tree Arts Center, and the Dennos Museum Center. This event is free, and walking maps are available at all participating locations. Get more details at downtowntc.com
Celebrate Michigan Wine Month with Traverse City Uncorked
Through May
Just go to traversecity.com to download your passport, which gives you great deals and discounts at area wineries. Then, log at least 5 stops to score an Uncorked T-shirt, or Traverse City wine-related gift items! Plus, if you book a stay at a participating hotel, you’ll be entered to win a Wine-themed Traverse City vacation package!
Coffee at 10 with artist Raymond Gaynor
Friday, May 7th, 10am
Join the Crooked Tree Arts Center in a conversation with photographer Raymond Gaynor, who is featured in the solo exhibit “A Lands Conservancy,” at the Crooked Tree Arts Center in Petoskey through June 1. Over the past year, Gaynor has been documenting the Little Traverse Conservancy’s Offield Family Viewlands. The event is free via Zoom. Visit www.crookedtree.org.
Group Dog Training Outing
Saturday, May 8th, 10am
Join Beacon Bay Dog Training at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center, for a walk around the 1 mile loop, while working on leash manners dealing with distractions, and more. This event is free. To participate, meet in the south parking area near the basketball courts.
The Village Tag Sale
Saturday, May 8th, 10am to 6pm
Come stroll through the Mercado at the Village in Traverse City as merchants are offering springtime markdowns with an indoor sidewalk sale! It’s a great place to grab a unique last-minute gift for Mom!
