Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy's Winter Presrevation Celebration

February 8, 2009
9am to 2:30pm

The Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy will host its Winter Preservation Celebration on February 7, 2009. The event offers free activities to encourage people to enjoy some of the Conservancy's 30,000+ acress of protected land with guided snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, sleigh rides, interpretive hikes, special events for children, and more.
Events will occur at Hickory Meadows in Grand Traverse County, Pyatt Nature Preserve on Old Mission Peninsula, Elberta Dunes in Benzie County, Seven Bridges Natural Area in Kalkaska County, Maple Bay Natural Area near Elk Rapids, and Cosner Nature Preserve in Antrim County.
Following the events, participants are invited to attend a reception at Cafe Habana in Traverse City's Old Town from 12:30pm-2:30pm to enjoy live music performed by Angelo Meli, hot cocoa and light appetizers. All of the days activities are free and open to the public, but the Conservancy askes that those interested in attending please register on their web site www.gtrlc.org. The site also provides further information about the Winter Preservation Celebration, including details of the activities at each preserve and directions.

Phone: (231) 929-7911

Traverse City: 10th Annual Easter Festival

10th Annual Easter Festival

Time: 10:00am
Location: Traverse City Central highschool Gynmasium
10,000 Easter eggs filled with candy and prizes are dropped on three fields for three age groups: 0-3 years, 4-6 years, 7-10 years old. And for a special prize, one egg on each field has a certificate for a new bicycle (one bicycle per age group courtesy of Meijer)! Other activites include face painting, coloring, photo opportunites with the Eatser Bunny and Sly The Fox, balloon animals, a clown and more!

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Traverse City Old Town Playhouse: Into the Woods

Arts & Culture (Fri. Sat. )
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: 148 E. Eighth Street
Website: http://www.oldtownplayhouse.com/
An ambivalent Cinderella? A blood-thirsty Little Red Ridinghood? A Prince Charming with a roving eye? A Witch...who raps? They're all among the cockeyed characters in James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim's fractured fairy tale musical. When a Baker and his Wife learn they've been cursed with childlessness by the Witch next door, they embark on a quest for the special objects required to break the spell, swindling, lying to and stealing from Cinderella, Little Red, Rapunzel and Jack (the one who climbed the beanstalk). Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later, with disastrous results. What begins as a lively irreverent fantasy in the style of “The Princess Bride” becomes a moving lesson about community responsibility and the stories we tell our children. One of Sondheim's most popular works, this timeless yet relevant piece is a rare modern classic. Individual Tickets Go on Sale Monday, February 25 at 4 p.m.
Phone: (231) 947-2210

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Morning Stroll on the Boardman Lake Trail

We will meet at the front of the library, and then head out for early signs of spring along the east side of Boardman Lake. Feel free to join us for lunch afterwards at a local restaurant. This will be an entry-level outing, so if the weather is really crummy, we'll reschedule it. Please contact Judy or Bob for details and to sign up bennettjj@charter.net or phone (231) 932-9249. We want to be able to notify you in case of cancellation.

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Leelanau: Taste the Passon - Wine, Chocolate & Love

Taste the Passion ~ Wine, Chocolate & Love
02/09/2008 - 02/10/2008

The annual Taste the Passion weekend celebrates wine, chocolate and love in anticipation of Valentine's Day! The combination of winter's beauty in Leelanau with the special pleasure os life always makes for a wonderful weekend. Each person will receive a souvenir glass at your first stop and each winery will offer you a special wine pour. To add to the weekend, many wineries will be hosting special events that celebrate the beauty and fun to be had in our region in wintertime. Attendance is limited. Tickets are just $30 each and may be purchased online at www.lpwines.com.

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Traverse City: Keely & Du at Old Town Playhouse

02/08/2008 - 02/23/2008

From the author of Talking With and Vital Signs, here is a volatile drama about abortion. Du, a right to life activist, and Keely, a pregnant rape victim she is confining, transcend their circumstances and the ideological issues that separate them. Keely and Du is a mind probing issue play with a gripping human face. Who is accountable? What is the extent of individual freedom? What are a rape victim's rights? What is a Christian's realities of procreation? Their passionate stories exist on the extreme edge of everyday reality.

Performances: February 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 2008 in the Studio Theatre. Not suggested for young audiences due to adult language and subject matter. Old Town Playhouse is located at 148 East 8th Street, Traverse City www.oldtownplayhouse.com or (231) 947-2210.

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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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New Shanghai Circus at Interlochen

01/29/2008 7:30pm, Corson Auditorium
The incredible acrobats of the New Shanghai Circus defy gravity in a beautifully orchestrated presentation of Chinese circus arts dating back two thousand years. Tickets for Interlochen’s Fall and Winter performance series go on sale September 7 and are available online at http://tickets.interlochen.org/. To purchase tickets over the phone, call the Interlochen Box office at 800-681-5920 or 231-276-7800 from 9am to 5pm Monday through Friday and noon to 4pm on Saturday.
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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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Beat the Winter Blues - Black Star Farms

01/19/2008 - 01/20/2008
Beat the winter blues and warm your soul at Black Star Farms Old Mission. Our tasting room is offering complimentary samples of our infamous Mulled Cherry Wine and varietal wines accompanying a hearty winter soup. Food and wine will be offered from 11 to 5 on Saturday and 12 to 5 on Sunday. Please call (231) 944-1300 with questions.
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Grand Traverse Hiking Club - Snowshoe Outing

01/16/2008
Every Wednesday evening through the winter, people will meet at 6:30 in Parking Lot K behind Munson Hospital (at the side closest to the hill) with snowshoes, and hike for 1 to 1-1/2 hours and then adjourn to Sleder's for food and/or beer. Trip will go only if there is sufficient snow. You do not have to call to sign up, this is a "show and go" type of outing. Contact Debby or Mike if you have questions pagedebby@yahoo.com. If you wish to call, please do so after 5 PM (231) 947-9379.
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Wine Immersion Seminar - Chateau Chantal: Old Mission Peninsula

01/19/2008
Wine Immersion Seminar at Chateau Chantal with winemaker Mark Johnson. Seminar includes an overview of winemaking, viticulture and food and wine pairings, plus lunch, multi-course dinner, learning materials and instruction. 11 am through dinner, $135.
Old Mission Peninsula (231) 223-4110
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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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A Holiday Serenade: Omena, Michigan

A Holiday Serenade - Celebrating the Season in Omena

When: 12/30/2007

Presented by the Omena Historical Society, the program will include a variety of musical styles from Gospel to classical, instrumentals and vocals, with a lively sing-a-long to close. Musicians include Eva & T.J. Lymenstull, the Boyer Family, Marshall & Mary Collins, Mike Moran, Karen Remington and Donna Brunsma, The Trillium Quartet, and Steve Stanton & Ruby John. At the Omena Presbyterian Church, 7 pm, tickets are $15, available at the Tamarack Gallery or by phone at 386-5529.
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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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Elk Rapids Community PJ Party : New Years Eve

Elk Rapids Community PJ Party

When: 12/31/2007

Downtown merchants nearly 80% of the retailers in downtown Elk Rapids participate in this fun event which offers deep discounts to customers. The stores open early and customers who show up in their "pajamas" receive a 50% discount from 7 until 8 a.m., a 40% discount from 8 - 9 a.m. and a 30% discount from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. when the sale ends. Some restrictions may apply. Elk Rapids. (231) 264-8202
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Traverse City: Jingle Bell Run/Walk Downtown!

Park Place Hotel
December 23rd, 2007

This event will feature a social 5K Run/Walk along the streets of Downtown Traverse City. Dress warm and be prepared to endure cold temps and wet feet! It's my understanding that this is not a competitive event, but a Christmas gathering. Leave your stopwatches at home this will not be a timed event. There will be random prize giveaways taking place during the event!

5-5:30pm Registration: Park Place Hotel

*Jingle Bell pick-up

*Non-perishable food Drop-off

5:30pm 5K Run/Walk

Along Downtown Streets

6:15-9pm Holiday Gathering at the Park Place Hotel

Pizza, snacks, hors D’Oeuvres will be provided.

Cash bar

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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!

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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Traverse City: Men's Night - Holiday Shopping - Downtown

When: 12/20/2007
Men’s Night Gentlemen, the evening is yours for gifting and gabbing! Celebrate the spirit of the evening as well as the season at Men’s Night Downtown. The gents can enjoy hors d’oeuvres and drink specials at Downtown eateries to begin the evening. Downtown merchants will have in-store specials, gift wrapping, refreshments and downtown prize drawings. Take advantage this special night of in-store specials while enjoying refreshments, entertainment and drawings to find the perfect gift for that special someone. Downtown Traverse City Association. 922-2050.
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Northport: Christmas Concert at Northport Community Arts Center

12/16/2007 December 16, 2007 - Sunday. 3 pm.
It has become a tradition to start Christmas in Northport with this festive concert. The Village Voices, under the leadership of Ann Bloomquist and the Northport Community Band, conducted by Ken Bloomquist, are together once again for this most anticipated performance. Here we go again with a full spectrum of holiday cheer. You can expect to hear the songs you all know and love along with a sprinkling of delightful new music. It will be done with spectacular staging, lighting and sound that should dazzle the imagination. This concert presents more than just the Village Voices and Community Band ensembles. We are fortunate to have talented musicians in our groups and in the surrounding area that we will add to the program. Surprises are to be expected so come join us for An Old Fashioned Christmas at the NCAC. Northport Community Arts Center 231-386-5001. Adult Ticket: $15 Student Ticket: $5.00.
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Traverse City: Old Town Playhouse - Disney's Mulan

Disney's Mulan at Old Town Playhouse
12/14/2007 - 12/16/2007
Based on the 1998 Disney film Mulan and the story FA Mulan by Robert D. San Souci. Travel back to the legendary, storytelling days of ancient China with this action-paced stage adaptation. Mulan Jr. is a heartwarming celebration of culture, honor and a fighting spirt. 7 p.m. Sunday's performance is at 2 p.m. Suitable for all ages.
Old Town Playhouse, 148 East 8th Street, Traverse City. (231) 947-2210
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Traverse City: Cherry Captial Winter Wonderland - 2nd Annual

It’s not too early to make plans for a long weekend getaway to enjoy Michigan’s newest winter festival filled with fun for the entire family. The 2nd Annual Cherry Capital Winter WonderFest will be held over President’s Day Weekend, February 15-18, 2008 at Grand Traverse Resort & Spa and in Downtown Traverse City.Activities planned during the four-day festival include a Winter Fun Zone, Ice Skating, Pony Rides, Broom Ball, Inflatable Play Structures, Bonfires, Festival Food & Beverages, Loverboy in Concert at the Resort, Fireworks at the Resort, Bed Race, Sledding, Cross-Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Ice Carvings, Chili Cook-Off, Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides, Film Festival, Miss Heart of Michigan Pageant at the Resort, Polar Plunge, Snowmobile Rides, Frozen Foot Race, Hot Air Balloon Rides, Cherry Pit Spit Contest, Frozen Fish Toss, and more. The inaugural Cherry Capital Winter WonderFest in 2007 was presented by Grand Traverse Resort & Spa and the National Cherry Festival, with all activities at the Resort. The inaugural event was so successful that the 2008 CCWWF will be expanded to become a community-wide celebration of winter using both the Resort and Downtown Traverse City as venues for activities. The 2008 CCWWF will be presented by Grand Traverse Resort & Spa and the National Cherry Festival with additional partners including the Traverse City Convention & Visitors Bureau, the Downtown Traverse City Association, and Special Olympics Michigan. A portion of the proceeds support the life-changing programs of Special Olympics Michigan.
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Leelanau County: Cedar Winter Festival - Let it Snow!

Cedar's Winter Festival - 2008
01/20/08 - Sunday, 2-4 pm
7949 S. Schomberg Rd. - 3 miles north of Cedar
The Cedar Area Community Foundation and the Cedar Hill Toppers Snowmobile Club will be hosting a winter party on Sunday, January 20, 2-4 pm. Bring your sleds, toboggans, and tubes for a fun afternoon with a bonfire and refreshments.