Village Indoor Farmers Market
Saturdays through May 5, 10:00AM to 2:00PM at The Village at Grand Traverse
Experience fresh food all year long! Each week, local farmers are bringing the bounty of the season straight from the farm to you. Enjoy fresh eggs, fish, meats, milk, and cheese; fruits and veggies; homemade breads, pasta, and sweet treats; honey, preserves, maple syrup, herbs and more! 25% more vendors selling their farm-to-table ware this season.
Cancer Survivorship and Wellness
Jan 16 2012 11:28AM
Posted 21 days 9 hrs 41 mins ago
Cancer Survivorship and Wellness
February 7th - 28th, Tuesdays, 3 pm to 5 pm
Northern Michigan Regional Hospital presents “Cancer Survivorship and Wellness” offers education and support to cancer patients and their family members. Sessions will focus on living well with a cancer diagnosis, as well as learning skills for the promotion of physical and emotional well-being. Attendance at all four sessions is highly recommended. Family members or caregivers are also welcome to attend. This group is designed to allow people who are living through any cancer diagnosis to come together and speak about their journeys. Space is limited. Register by calling 800.248.6777
Polar Plunge At Hoppies
Jan 6 2012 11:36AM
Posted 31 days 9 hrs 33 mins ago
Cheboygan 2012 Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar® Polar Plunge
Saturday February 18, Hoppies Tavern on Burt Lake, Cheboygan
Registration starting at 11:00 a.m. at Hoppies Tavern
Parade of costumes will start at 11:45 a.m.
Plunge at 12:00 p.m. at Burt Lake
Post plunge party and awards ceremony will begin at 1:00 p.m.
Free admission to the Post Plunge Party for plungers.
The annual Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) Polar Plunge series is known for its zany costumes and courageous participants. After raising funds, these participants dress up in costume and prepare to plunge, ready to jump in and freeze their fur for a good cause. Funds can be raised by collecting donations from friends, family, co-workers and neighbors.
Proceeds from these plunges help supports year-round sports training and athletic competition for more than 20,670 children and adults with intellectual disabilities in Michigan.
The series of Polar Plunges is made possible by the Law Enforcement Torch Run, a group of law enforcement officers and corrections department employees throughout the state who are committed to raising funds and awareness for Special Olympics Michigan Athletes.
To get involved visit http://www.firstgiving.com/polarplunge/cheboygan2012 and register for the Cheboygan Polar Plunge. At your first giving site, you can receive pledge donations for Special Olympics Michigan and keep track of money raised.
Join Lite 96.3 at the Fur Ball
Jan 27 2012 1:42PM
Posted 10 days 7 hrs 27 mins ago
Join Lite 96.3 as we dance the winter blues away at the Little Traverse Bay Humane Society Fur Ball Blues Benefit. The benefit will take place in conjunction with the Petoskey Winter Blues Festival. The Fur Ball Blues Benefit will take place from 7-11 pm on Friday, February 24, 2012, at Stafford’s Perry Hotel in Petoskey. Enjoy music by Jelly Roll Blues Band, hors d’oeuvres, and a cash bar. Attire is dressy casual. The cost to participate is $35 per person. Tickets can be purchased at Lite 96.3, Bearcub Outfitters, Finishing Touch, Little Traverse Bay Humane Society, Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce, Flatiron Deli, and Stafford’s Perry Hotel. For more information, please call (231) 347-2396 or visit www.ltbhs.com.
Beer and Wine Festival
Jan 27 2012 10:52AM
Posted 10 days 10 hrs 17 mins ago
3rd Annual Traverse City Winter Microbrew & Music Festival
Feb 11, 3:00 PM at The Village at Grand Traverse Commons
3rd Annual Winter TCWMMF at a new location, The Village at Grand Traverse Commons. Attendees will get to sample craft brews from more than 60 producers from Michigan and beyond, wine and ciders from the Old Mission Peninsula. Live music, great local food, craft beer education. Ticket price: $25 Early Bird. Included: 5-7oz tastings, entry into the Silent Disco, shuttle service between The Grand Traverse Commons, Old Town Parking Deck, Downtown TC, and hotels.
Shoeshoe Through the Woods for the Dogs
Jan 27 2012 10:48AM
Posted 10 days 10 hrs 21 mins ago
Snow Shoe for Little Traverse Bay Humane Society
Grab your snowshoes and your furry four-legged friend for a picturesque walk with Little Traverse Bay Humane Society. The PB&J Furry Friend Snowshoe Benefit will take place from 10 am to 2 pm on Saturday, February 18, 2012 at PB&J Farm, located just north of Stutsmanville Road at 2101 Welsheimer Road in Harbor Springs. Snowshoe routes range in distance from approximately a half a mile to five miles and vary in difficulty. In addition to various routes, participants can warm up by a bonfire while enjoying juicy, char-grilled hamburgers, hot dogs and hot chocolate. Snowshoes will be available on-site at no charge courtesy of Bearcub Outfitters. The cost to participate is $20 in advance, or $25 at the event. There is no fee for children 12 and under, although every donation is appreciated. For more information, go to ltbhs.com.
A Carriage Ride Through Harbor Springs
Jan 16 2012 11:18AM
Posted 21 days 9 hrs 51 mins ago
Harbor Springs Carriage Rides
January 13th - March 18th, 2012
Fridays and Sundays, 2pm to 6pm in Downtown Harbor Springs
Hop on board a Harbor Springs Carriage Ride every weekend. Each Friday and Sunday, you can take tour Harbor Springs by horse and carriage with this new, free service. The carriage loads every 30 minutes near the Pier, New York, and Bar Harbor and also makes stops near Island Bean Coffee Company, Wooly Bugger, American Spoon Foods and Spice Harbor. Three tours are available: historical, waterfront, and downtown. For more info, call the Harbor Springs Chamber.
Harbor Springs Chili Cook Off
Jan 16 2012 11:05AM
Posted 21 days 10 hrs 4 mins ago
For a hot time in the cold winter, visit Harbor Springs for the annual Harbor Springs Area Chili Cook-Off, Saturday, February 19th from 2-4 at the Pier. Amateurs and food-service professionals alike compete for awards chosen by the community that attends. This event is open to absolutely everyone so we encourage you to participate and/or attend!
This year, the event will be partnering with The Harbor Springs Food Pantry to help keep the shelves of food full, throughout the winter. Food pantries throughout Emmet, Charlevoix, and Antrim counties are seeing tremendous growth in the numbers of families seeking assistance. Everyone attending the Harbor Springs Area Chili Cook-Off is encouraged to bring non-perishable items for donation to The Harbor Springs Food Pantry. Food, cleaning supplies, paper products, toiletries, and even pet food, is very much appreciated. Come out for an outstanding event and help a good cause!!
The cost to attend the event is $8 per person. For more information or to enter your chili recipe, call 231.526.7999 or visit www.harborspringschamber.com
John Tesh
For a hot time in the cold winter, visit Harbor Springs for the annual Harbor Springs Area Chili Cook-Off, Saturday, February 19th from 2-4 at the Pier. Amateurs and food-service professionals alike compete for awards chosen by the community that attends. This event is open to absolutely everyone so we encourage you to participate and/or attend!