5th Annual Charity Golf Tournament - Bellaire

June 22, 2008

Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Cedar River Golf Course, Bellaire
Grass River Natural Area and the Three Lakes Association will host its 5th annual Charity Golf Tournament. This four-person scramble will begin at 2:30 pm with a shotgun start. Cost is $100/person which includes 18 holes of golf with cart, skill prizes and a putting contest. The tournament is limited to the first 128 golfers. For a copy of the registration form contact the number below or visit the website above.
Contact Information: Grass River Natural Area office
Phone: (231) 533-8314

Peninsula Bay Resort on East Bay - Suite E15

Peninsula Bay Resort Condominiums, offered by Northern Shores Vacation Rentals, LLC. (http://www.visitnorthernshores.com/) adds its newest suite to the rental program. Suite E15. This suite is the first to be offered that is directly on the water side AND a walkout. Wonderfully decorated with all the amenities. Large plasma TV above the "flip-the-switch" gas fireplace all while gazing out over the turquoise waters of East Grand Traverse Bay. The master bedroom is outfitted with a large plasma TV and is on the water side with gorgeious views. Guest bedroom has a queen bed with a "double" twin day bed. Furnished top to bottom from the silverware to linens. Walk out the living room slideing doors to 330 ft of private East Bay frontage. Just a short walk to the outdoor bayside siwmming pool and hot tub. Suite E15 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condominium. Peninsula Bay rents by the full week in July and August, Saturday to Saturday. Suite E15 rents for $2.600/week. July is filling up, so please call to inquire!

Traverse City Riverfront Vacation Rental's - Downtown!

TC Riverhouse - New Listing!

- Location, Location, Location, You "Can't" Get More Convenient Than This!!! Vacation Rental's, Right on the River in the "Heart" of Downtown Traverse City, Michigan.Crawl to Everything, West Bay Beach, Restaurants, Bars, Shopping, Grocery, Movies, Farmer's Market, and all the culture and events all year long. Park the car and forget it! Fully Flexible Rates Based on Occupancy from 1 to 16 people.

TC Riverhouse Rentals
(231) 833-9299

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Traverse City: 2nd Annual Cherry Capital Winter Festival

Traverse City 2nd Annual Cherry Capital Winter Festival

Join us this February 15-18 in Traverse City and help us celebrate all that winter has to offer! The 2nd Annual Cherry Capital Winter WonderFest is a four-day event designed to cure the effects of "cabin fever" and provide a variety of family-friendly games and activities, including live outdoor music and fireworks show. Access to all Winter WonderFest activities requires the purchase of a $10 official event button with portion of proceeds from button sales going to Special Olympics of Michigan.

(As of January 23, 2008)

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15 4:00pm-8:00pm "Outdoor Fun Zone" - Family-friendly winter activities include ice skating, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobile rides (until dark), horse-drawn sleigh rides, and bonfires. Present your festival button for access. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.5:30pm-7:30pm "A Magical Taste of Downtown" presented by Grand Traverse Pie Company - Enjoy a variety of cherry-infused foods, with live entertainment from 5:45pm-7:45pm. Tickets for Adults are $15/ea. while Kids 12 & Under are $8/ea. General balcony seating for live entertainment only is $5/ea. Tickets may be purchased by calling the National Cherry Festival Office: 800-968-3380. Location: The City Opera House (Downtown Traverse City)

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16 10:00am-7:00pm "Outdoor Fun Zone" - Family-friendly winter activities include ice skating, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobile rides (until dark), inflatables, and bonfires. Present your festival button for access. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.10:00am-5:00pm Winter Carnival Rides - Yes, it's a true winter carnival! Carnival rides will be on-site for kids and adults to enjoy, including a Ferris Wheel (weather permitting) . Present your festival button for access. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.11:00am-1:00pm Pony Rides - Present your festival button for access. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.12:00pm-5:00pm Live Music in Downtown Traverse City - Enjoy live music in the heart of Downtown Traverse City by the Rythm Kings from Noon to 2:30 and the Gratitude Steel Drum Band from 3 to 5. Ice sculptures will be on display throughout the day. Look for "Sweetheart of a Sale" specials in participating downtown stores and special activities! Location: Downtown Traverse City (Cass Street/Front Street intersection)12:00pm-3:30pm Soup’r Bowl in Downtown Traverse City - A Friendly Soup Competition between Downtown Traverse City area restaurants under the tent at the corner of Cass and Front Streets. The public is invited to taste each and vote for their favorite. Soup’r Bowl Sampler Tickets will be for sale at that location. A five-soup sampler ticket is $3 or all samples for $5.12:00pm-5:00pm Winter Kid's Activities - Kids of nearly all ages can participate in some down-home, friendly competition, including: snowshoe race, cherry pie eating contest, and frozen fish toss. Present your festival button for access.Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.1:00pm-2:30pm Mini-Film Festival: "Frozen Stupid" presented by Brauer Productions - Enjoy the amazing work of Traverse City filmmaker Richard Brauer, as Brauer Productions presents this funny tale of a father and son seeking a simple weekend of ice fishing. Starring: Ernest Borgnine and Joey Albright. Present your festival button for access. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa indoors in the Council Room behind Marketplace in the Gallery of Shops.1:00pm-6:00pm Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides - The quintessential "winter experience!" Go for a real horse-drawn sleigh ride throughout the Grand Traverse Resort grounds and soak in al the beautiful winter scenery. Present your festival button for access. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.2:30pm "Frozen Bed Race" presented by Grand Traverse Area Hotel/Motel Association - See the fastest "beds on sleds" at this fun downtown event. Form a team of 5 and compete for the fun of it. Call 231-631-2044 for complete details. Present your festival button for access. Location: Downtown Traverse City (Cass Street/Front Street intersection)2:00pm-2:30pm "Polar Plunge" presented by Special Olympics Michigan - "Freezin' for a Reason!" Ever wanted to take a plunge into icy waters just to see what it feels like? Now's your shot. Dress up, jump in and help change lives with this unique event. Entry fee is a $50 donation to Special Olympics Michigan. Participants receive admission to the Post Plunge Party and bragging rights for "freezing your fur" for a great cause. Registration begins at 1:00pm with the plunge beginning around 2:00pm. Post Plunge Party will follow immediately at 2:30pm. Present your festival button for access. For more information, or to register, please call 800-644-6404 or visit http://www.somi.org/. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.3:00pm-5:00pm Pony Rides - Present your festival button for access. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.8:00pm-9:30pm Mini-Film Festival: "The Lost Treasure of Sawtooth Island" presented by Brauer Productions - Enjoy the amazing work of Traverse City filmmaker, Richard Brauer, as Brauer Productions presents this adventurous quest for a hidden treasure. Filmed locally on Lake Michigan. Starring: Ernest Borgnine, Seth Bernard, Brennan Hesser. Present your festival button for access. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa indoors in the Council Room behind Marketplace in the Gallery of Shops.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17 9:00am "The Frosty 5K" Race - See how fast you can run on the snow! This 5K run/walk will take participants throughout the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa grounds, offering beautiful winter landscape views. Registration begins at 8:00am at the Clubhouse. Prizes will be awarded. Register by February 1, 2008 and you'll be entered into a drawing to win a one-night stay at Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, including access to our new Indoor Water Playground. Entry requires purchase of $10 festival button (kids 10 and under are free). REGISTER HERE Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.10:00am-7:00pm "Outdoor Fun Zone" - Family-friendly winter activities include ice skating, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobile rides (until dark), inflatables, and bonfires. Present your festival button for access. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.10:00am-5:00pm Winter Carnival Rides - Yes, it's a true winter carnival! Carnival rides will be on-site for kids and adults to enjoy, including a Ferris Wheel (weather permitting) . Present your festival button for access. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.10:00am-5:00pm Kid's Petting Zoo - Get up close and personal with a variety of friendly animals. Present your festival button for access. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.11:00am-1:00pm Pony Rides - Present your festival button for access. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.12:00pm-3:00pm "GRAND Chili Cookoff" - Taste a variety of fresh, hot chili dishes prepared by Grand Traverse Resort & Spa and vote for your favorite. $7 fee to sample 6 of our favorite chili recipes. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.12:00pm-5:00pm Winter Kid's Activities - Kids of nearly all ages can participate in some down-home, friendly competition, including: snowshoe race, cherry pie eating contest, and frozen fish toss. Present your festival button for access. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.1:00pm-6:00pm Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides - The quintessential "winter experience!" Go for a real horse-drawn sleigh ride throughout the Grand Traverse Resort grounds and soak in al the beautiful winter scenery. Present your festival button for access. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.3:00pm-5:00pm Pony Rides - Present your festival button for access. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.7:00pm-8:30pm LOVERBOY Valentine's Concert - You loved their hits in the 80's. Now, see how they're still rocking. Loverboy will perform a live concert inside Governors' Hall at Grand Traverse Resort & Spa. NOTE: Separate tickets are required; Winter WonderFest buttons do not provide access. Tickets are $25, $30 and $35 each and may be purchased by calling 800-968-2327. For information on the Loverboy Valentine's Concert lodging package, click here. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa 8:30pm-9:00pm Fireworks Show - There's nothing quite as spectacular as a fireworks show in the winter snow. Enjoy a professional fireworks show over the golf courses at Grand Traverse Resort & Spa. Present your festival button for access. Location: The Pavilion at Grand Traverse Resort & Spa.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18 - 8:00am-10:00am Flap Jack Breakfast - Wrap up a weekend of activity with a hearty pancake breakfast. Cash breakfast. Call 800-236-1577 for more information. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa in the Michigan Ballroom.9:00am-12:00pm "Outdoor Fun Zone" - Family-friendly winter activities include ice skating, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, horse-drawn sleigh rides, and bonfires. Present your festival button for access. Location: Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near the Clubhouse.

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Peninsula Bay Resort: Valentine's Day Special

Peninsula Bay Resort Valentine's Day Special!

Treat your Sweethart to luxury accommodations while warming by the fire over looking East Grand Traverse Bay! Northern Shores Vacation Rentals is offering a 10% discount on our winter rates to any of our 5 available Peninsula Bay Condominium suites. Come "Up North" and see what Peninsula Bay Resort has to offer as one of the most luxurious condominium projects in Traverse City. (*weekly rental - early check-out optional)
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Rolling Centuries Winter Festival in Traverse City

01/26/2008
Again Rolling Centuries Farm (RCF) and McLain Cyclery and Fitness Center will team together to offer Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides and Snow Shoe Romp. All ages are encouraged to come and enjoy! On Saturday, January 26, 12 noon to 3 PM, there will be Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides from The Village (bldg. 50), to the Rolling Centuries Farm Cathedral Barn and back. Hot chocolate and coffee provided. Other drinks and foods can be purchased on site from Cuppa Joes. While you wait for your turn, browse our new and used Book Sale. Donations requested to cover costs, $4 per person or $12 per family of 4. If questions call 943-7999. That evening at the RCF Cathedral Barn, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, we will Snow Shoe the ice candle lit trail and enjoy warm food from Folgerelli's. Donation requested $12 per person, $ 25 per family with minor children. Food included with donations. For reservations or questions, call McLain’s 943-8855. Any money raised above costs, benefit the Rolling Centuries Farm, an educational working farm.
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Luau at The Lakeview: Shanty Creek Resort

Luau at The Lakeview

When: 12/31/2007

Ring in the New Year in Style at Shanty Creek Resorts! Shanty Creek Resorts is turning into a tropical paradise! Our Hawaiian-themed New Year's Eve Party takes place in the Grand Ballroom at The Lakeview Hotel & Conference Center and will feature a delectable Hawaiian buffet and family friendly activities including a costume contest, dance contest and DJ's playing hits, sure to get those grass skirts swaying. Adults $35, Teens (13-17) $25, Children (4-12) $15 and Children 3 and Under Free! 7:00 pm - 12:30 am. Aloha attire is optional. To make reservations for, please call (800) 678-4111 x 4400. For more information, please contact our Director of Events & Activities at (800) 678-4111 x 7860
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Midnight at the Mountain: Shany Creek Resort

Midnight at the Mountain

When:12/31/2007

Ring in the New Year in style at Shanty Creek Resorts! Spend an adults-only evening at Ivan's at Schuss Village! Ivan's will featuer Life Support, a high-energy variety band that ignites crowds with their classic rock and roll! $10 Cover Charge, 8:00pm - 2:00am. Reservations are not needed. For more information, please contact our director of Events & Activities at (800) 678-4111 x 7860
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Big Wave Dave - Lakefront Living Show - Events

Big Wave Dave
March 28-30th, 2008 -Grand Rapids
When Big Wave Dave isn't wearing a Santa costume as his alter-ego, Big Wave Santa, he's building the most magnificent and elaborate sand castles Michigan beaches have ever seen.
Originally hailing from South Padre Island, at the very southern tip of Texas, he moved to New Haven, Michigan to be closer to his wife’s family.
Along with a string of local builds, he still flies back down to South Padre Island each October for Sand Castle Days, an event started by fellow famous builders, Amazin' Walter and Sandy Feet, over fifteen years ago. Some of the world’s best sand sculptors come to the festival each year to compete on one of the best beaches in North America. Though it is typically known as a Spring Break destination, Dave says October is the best month for weather and relaxation.
At the show, he will be building with his daughter and fellow sand sculpture expert, Sara Sunshine.
Take a look at some of Big Wave Dave's past work!

West Michigan Cottage & Lakefront Living Show - 2nd Annual - Grand Rapids

Cottage & Lakefront Living Show - Grand Rapids
Unspoiled, Timeless and True...
March 28-30, 2008
Say "the cottage" to almost any Michigander and memories rush forward like waves: the screech of gulls, or the squeal of old oarlocks; falling asleep to the rhythm of the surf, or waking to a chorus of frogs; sand in the sheets, or fish scales in the sink. Mostly, though, they're memories of family, because here in the Great Lake State the cottage is a tradition that's handed down from one generation to the next. Such an extraordinary part of life in West Michigan deserves to be promoted with an exceptional show.

Leelanau County - Traverse City: Wineries & Tasting Rooms

Wineries and Tasting Rooms

Bel Lago Vineyards and Winery
6530 South Lake Shore Drive
Cedar, MI 49621
(231) 228-4800

Black Star Farms, LLC
10844 E. Revold Rd.
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
(231) 271-4970

Boskydel Vineyards
7501 E. Otto Rd.
Lake Leelanau, MI 49653
(231) 256-7272

Bowers Harbor Vineyards
2896 Bowers Harbor Rd.
Off Seven Hills Road
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 223-7615

Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery
3309 Blue Water Road
Traverse City, MI 49686
231-223-9303

Chateau Chantal
15900 Rue de Vin
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 223-4110
(800) 969-4009

Chateau de Leelanau
5048 S. West Bay Shore Drive
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
(231) 271-8888

Chateau Fontaine
2290 S. French Road
Lake Leelanau, MI 49653
(231) 256-0000

Chateau Grand Traverse
12239 Center Rd.
Seven miles north of Traverse City on M 37
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 223-7355
(800) 283-0247

Ciccone Vineyard
10343 E. Hilltop Road
Suttons Bay, MI 49687
(231) 271-5553

Gill's Pier Vineyard and Winery
5620 N. Manitou Trail (M-22)
Northport, MI 49670
231-256-7003

L. Mawby Vineyards
4519 S. Elm Valley Rd.
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
(231) 271-3522

Leelanau Wine Cellars
12683 E. Tatch Rd.
On a hill overlooking Omena Bay, left off M 22
Omena, MI 49674
(231) 386-5201

Left Foot Charley
Building 53 in Grand Traverse Commons
Traverse City, MI 49684
231-995-0500

Longview Winery
8697 Good Harbor Trail
Cedar, MI 49621
231-228-2880

Peninsula Cellars
11480 Center Rd.
Southeast corner of Center and Carroll Roads
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-9787

Raftshol Vineyards
1865 N. West Bay Shore Drive
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
(231) 271-5650

Shady Lane Cellars
9580 Shady Lane
Eight miles north of Traverse City
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
(231) 947-8865

Willow Vineyards
10702 East Hilltop Rd.
Nine miles north of Traverse City
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
(231) 271-4810

Traverse City: Downtown Chili Cook-Off !

When: January 19th, 2008
11:30am - 3:00pm
Area restaurants compete for top honors in this favorite cook-off, which is held at the Park Place Hotel inside the "dome." Bring your appetite and get ready from some good ole winter time chili!
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Preston's Silver Lining - Silver Lake Paradise!

PRESTON'S SILVER LINING - Stay in this awesome, cool, upscale 3 level contemporary on 100' of all-sports Silver Lake. Imagine yourself relaxing on the deck right on the water or in the winter, be near winter activities. Only minutes to the Gaslight District of Traverse City, the Traverse City Film Festival and more. Shoreline is sandy with swim platform, dock, deck, gas grill and firepit. Spacious living room with expansive windows, gas burning "wood"stove, plasma screen TV,LCD TV in all bedrooms, surround sound stereo, DVD, wireless internet access. Lower level has wet bar and walk-out to deck and waterfront that features outdoor sauna, hot tub, and shuffleboard. 2 bdrms/2 ba home sleeps up to 7 with 1 King,1 Queen, Trundle and futon. In-floor heating for those chilly nights. Linens included. No Smoking, Sun-Sun. Available nightly in off season. Guests say when they stay here "this was an amazing, wonderful place to stay. The house is beautiful, the amenities heaven!
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The Bay View Condominiums in Suttons Bay, Michigan

MOONLIGHT BAY AT BAY VIEW CONDOS - Make this beautiful condo and yacht club your new vacation destination just north of the village in Suttons Bay. This spacious condo with sweeping views of beautiful Grand Traverse Bay features 2 bdrms/2 ba with lower level cabana room with bath and small sleeping area . Sleeps 6 with 2 Queens and a sofabed. Master bath features 2 person jacuzzi tub. Beautifully appointed with upscale kitchen, granite countertops, hardwood floors, gas FP and more! TV/DVD/Internet connection,no phone. Shared sandy beach frontage and fishing dock. Sit out on the upper balcony and sip your coffee while the sun comes up or watch the kids on the lower level patio while they swim at the beach. Indoor pool, tennis courts (racquets included)bikes, and spa/gym area for your relaxation pleasure. Other features include W/D, DW and luxury linens. Only a short walk to the village! Boat slip available for larger boats can be rented at separate nominal cost. Rates quoted do not include boat slip. Only 15 minutes to Traverse City too. Make this your perfect vacation destination. You will be very happy that you did. Condo accommodates 4 adults in the winter months.(cabana not available winter months) Linens included. No Smoking. No Pets. Sat-Sat.
For more information visit: TraverseCityVacationer.com/moonlight.htlm
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Grand RE-Opening of Downtown State Theatre - Traverse City - Year Around Movies!!

For Lodging: PENINSULA BAY RESORT CONDOMINIUMS ON EAST BAY
Experience the finest accommodations on East Bay in Traverse City! Give Northern Shores Vacation Rentals a call today. (231) 922-2200