Wednesday, September 23, 2009

9th Annual Harvest Festival & Scarecrow Extravaganza

9th Annual Harvest Festival and Scarecrow Extravaganza

Annual Event
Location: Bellaire

It's Scarecrow Time! Create a Scarecrow for the 11th Annual Harvest Festival & Scarecrow Extravaganza! Design your Scarecrow to say something about you, your business or organization. Display your Scarecrow(s) Sept. 20th thru Sept. 27th.

Everyone invited to participate, prizes will be awarded for the Best Business Scarecrow, Best Residential Scarecrow and Judges Choice Scarecrow. Judging will be Friday September 25th
Best Scarecrow Costume Contest for kids, ages 10 years of age & under. Judging will be on Broad Street at 1pm, September 26th
Broad Street downtown Bellaire
10:00am - 4:00pm, Arts & Crafts Show,Raffles for Great Prizes
Phone: (231) 533-6023

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Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Snowshoe Hikes! - Traverse City

Snowshoe Hikes

Traverse City Area
(Sat. )
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Sleeping Bear Dunes
Website: www.nps.gov/slbe

The popular Saturday afternoon snowshoe hikes at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore will continue into March as long as snow conditions permit. March often provides some of the best snowshoeing conditions of the winter. Meet at the Lakeshore Visitor Center in Empire at 1:00 p.m. each Saturday. If you don’t have your own, snowshoes will be provided free. Later in the month, if snow conditions deteriorate, rangers will offer guided nature hikes to explore the changing of the seasons.

Inside the Visitor Center, rangers will first provide basic snowshoeing instructions, and then participants will travel by car to the trailhead or area pre-selected by the ranger. By exploring the site, the ranger will encourage participants to learn about winter’s effect on the park’s unique features. Be prepared and plan to be outside until about 3:00 p.m. Dress in layers and wear waterproof boots to be most comfortable.

Not only is snowshoeing easy, fun, and good exercise, it is also an activity that can be enjoyed by all ages. The ranger-led hikes are mildly strenuous, yet they proceed at a leisurely pace for no more than one and a half miles. This allows visitors an opportunity for discovery, adventure, and to look for signs of wildlife or evidence of ancient glaciers. Some snowshoers simply want to experience and enjoy a winter wonderland, which is what you will find at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

The National Park Service has a supply of snowshoes for use within the Lakeshore. Participants need only purchase the park entrance pass or have an annual pass to join in the fun. Reservations are not required but are suggested, especially if you wish to borrow snowshoes or are with a group. Please call the number listed below for details and to make reservations. For more in-depth information about Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, go to the website listed above.

Phone: (231) 326-5134 ext 328

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Monday, September 1, 2008

9th Annual Harvest Festival & Scarecrow Extravaganza

9th Annual Harvest Festival and Scarecrow Extravaganza
Annual Event
September 27th, 2008

Location: Bellaire
Website: www.bellairechamber.org
Arts and crafts, demostrations, music, farmers market, scarecrows and lots of family fun. Judging for the Best Dressed Child in a scarecrow costume for children ages 10 years and under (at 1:00pm), downtown, Bellaire.
Phone: (231) 533-6023

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Friday, August 15, 2008

Traverse City Epicurean Classic

Traverse Epicurean Classic

September 11-13, 2008
Location: Traverse City's Great Lakes Culinary Institute
Website: http://www.epicureanclassic.com/
Top chefs, cookbook authors and wine experts from around the country gather at Traverse City's Great Lakes Culinary Institute for three days of cooking classes, international wine, beer, spirits and cheese tastings and exquisite dinners.

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Grand Traverse Astronomical Society Public Viewing Night

Grand Traverse Astronomical Society Public Viewing Night

September 29, 2008
9:00pm to 11:00pm
Location: NMC Rogers Observatory
Website: www.nmc.edu/rogersobservatory.org
Get a closer look at Jupiter, Dark, and the Summer Milky Way. Viewing hours may be extended if weather conditions and staffing permit. Phone: (231) 995-2300

Lodging?
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Downtown Traverse City Art Walk

Downtown Art Walk
Arts & Culture

September 19, 2008
5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Downtown Traverse City

Art will be adorning the walls of Downtown Traverse City during the bi-annual Downtown Art Walk. The event will be promoting the arts within our community. Downtown Traverse City invites you to enjoy art, wine, food and music. Experience art from sculpture and oil paintings to glass and watercolor. Attendees have an opportunity to win a $500 Downtown Shopping Spree. Walking maps will be available at each participating gallery and the Downtown Traverse City office. For more information call (231) 922-2050

For lodging: PENINSULA BAY CONDOMINIUMS on East Bay

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Tuesday, April 8, 2008

Sleeping Bear Dunegrass and Blues Festival - Empire, Michigan

Sleeping Bear Dunegrass & Blues Festival

Empire, MI
This outdoor music festival in the Village of Empire features bluegrass, folk and rock music, as well as craft displays, food booths and a kids' tent. There's a shuttle available to provide rides to the nearby beach.
Phone: (231) 326-5287

For Lodging: Peninsula Bay Resort Condominiums on East Bay - (231) 922-2200

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Horse Shows by the Bay - Traverse City, Michigan (Acme)

Horse Shows by the Bay - Equestrian Festival

PENINSULA BAY RESORT CONDOMINIUMS on East Bay
This three-week equestrian festival boasts four arenas and a $25,000 Show Jumping Grand Prix each Sunday. It also includes a $10,000 Show Jumping Hall of Fame Junior-Amateur Owner Jumper Prix, Young Jumper Classics, Hunter Classics and the Zada Enterprises. LLC Dressage by the Bay shows. More than $350,000 in cash prizes and points for national awards are awarded during the event.

For Lodging: Peninsula Bay Resort Condominiums on East Bay is only minutes away from the show grounds and located on beautiful East Grand Traverse Bay!
(231) 922-2200

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Saturday, March 22, 2008

The National Cherry Festival 2008: US Navy Blue Angels!

When: Saturday, July 5 Opening Day Sunday, July 6 Start Time: 1:00 PM End Time: 3:00 PM

Join us for the 82nd National Cherry Festival Air Show, sponsored by Northern Michigan Toyota Dealers, Sam's Club and Charter Communications on Saturday, July 5 and Sunday, July 6 for an exciting airshow. Friday July 4, will also be an active day with a full practice airshow as well as a festive Twilight Airshow event prior to the Fireworks display over West Grand Traverse Bay.

Join us in welcoming the 2008 Air Show performers... The US Navy Blue Angels Demonstration Team, Aeroshell Aerobatic Team, USMC AV-8B West Coast Demonstration Team (MCAS Yuma, Arizona), 2x McDonnell Douglas F-15D (114th FS "Eagle Beavers", Kingsley Field, Oregon),2x Fairchild A-10 Thunderbolt II (172nd FS "Mad Ducks", Battle Creek, Michigan), 4x USMC F/A-18 (VMFA-122 "Werewolves", MCAS Beaufort, South Carolina).

The flight pattern is over the Festival Open Space Park and West Grand Traverse Bay. The Festival Airshow will take to the skies at 1:00 p.m. both days.

For Lodging: PENINSULA BAY RESORT CONDOMINIUMS - (231) 922-2200

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Friday, March 21, 2008

Shanty Creek Resorts - Chef's Challenge for Challenge Mountain

Chef's Challenge for Challenge Mountain
Location: Shanty Creek Resorts

Professional chef, hot food competition and tasting featuring Michigan food products, wines and microbrews. Held at Lakeview Hotel's Bellaire Ballroom at Shanty Creek Resorts. In addition to the Chef's Challenge competition, the weekend will feature cooking seminars, an ice-carving competition, and vendors showcasing Michigan agriculture ~ second only to California in number of diverse food products. The following sessions will also be available: Nature/Outdoors, Fishing, Golf, Kayaking, Michigan Food Products, Cooking Demonstrations, Cooking Utensils and Springtime Splendor in Michigan.

NORTHERN SHORES VACATION RENTALS - (231) 922-2200

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Same Time, Next Year at Old Town Playhouse - Traverse City

Same Time, Next Year at Old Town Playhouse

Time: 7:00 PM
Location: 148 E. Eighth Street
Website: http://www.oldtownplayhouse.com/
One of the most popular romantic comedies of the century, Same Time, Next Year ran four years on Broadway, was a successful motion picture, and remains one of the most widely produced plays in history. It follows a love affair between people who rendezvous once a year. Twenty five years of manners, morals and attitudes are hilariously mirrored by the lovers. Studio Theatre at Old Town Playhouse.
Phone: (231) 947-2210

For Luxury Lodging: NORHTERN SHORES VACATION RENTALS - (231) 922-2200

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Beethoven & Brahms - Traverse Symphony Orchestra

Beethoven & Brahms - Traverse Symphony Orchestra

Beethoven & Brahms - Bridget-Michaele Reischl, conductor, Kathryn Brown, pianist. Performance is Saturday, April 19 at 8 p.m. at Corson Auditorium, on the campus of the Interlochen Center for the Arts. Pianist Kathryn Brown will perform one of the great works for classical piano by the greatest of all classical composers, Ludwig van Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3. Maestro Reischl conducts Brahms’s powerful First Symphony – the work that marked him as the heir to the grand Romantic symphonic tradition of Beethoven himself. Kathryn Brown, a friend and former schoolmate of Maestro Rhodes at Michigan State University, is on the piano faculty of the Cleveland Institute of Music. She performs internationally as a recitalist, chamber musician and concerto soloist. She performed her New York Solo Debut Recital at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. One of only five Americans invited to compete in the Eighth Van Cliburn International Piano Competition; she has appeared in recital at the Library of Congress and Columbia Artists’ Community Concerts Series. She is pianist and co-founder of the Myriad Chamber Players, a 17-member ensemble comprised of members of The Cleveland Orchestra and international soloists. For tickets, call 231- 947-7120

For Lodging: PENINSULA BAY RESORT CONDOMINIUMS - (231) 922-2200

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The Light Paintings of Stephen Knapp at Dennos Museum

The Light Paintings of Stephen Knapp at Dennos Museum Center

The internationally renowned artist Stephen Knapp will present an exhibition of his spectacular light paintings. Knapp fills the walls with vibrant color using only mirrors, dichroic filters and focused light sources. The exhibition will feature a broad selection of his stunning creations in light. The Museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays 1-5 p.m. Located at 1701 E. Front Street, Traverse City.
Phone: (231) 995-1055

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2008 Traverse City Boat Show!

2008 Traverse City Boat Show
Traverse City Area
Location: Grand Traverse County Civic Center - Howe Arena

This is your best chance to see a huge selection of watercraft all under one roof featuring special boat show pricing and readily-available financing. As residents of Michigan we have super easy access to the best fresh water lakes and rivers in the world. Don't put off purchasing your new boat any longer. Take advantage of low pricing, incredible selection and one-stop shopping at the Traverse City Boat Show. Hours: Friday & Saturday - 10am - 9pm and Sunday - 10am-4pm. Admission: $5 for Adults and Children 12 and under $1.
Contact Information: Andrew McDonald
Phone: (231) 775-9900

For lodging: PENINSULA BAY RESORT CONDOMINIUMS - (231) 922-2200

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Habitat for Humanity Flower & Garden Show

Habitat for Humanity Flower and Garden Show

More than 40 vendors set up displays at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center to the delight of gardeners, homeowners and those just yearning for a splash of spring color. For more information please call (231) 941-4663.
Contact Information: Robin Grubb
Phone: (231) 941-4663

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Traverse City 17th Annual Michigan Camper & RV Show


17th Annual Northwest Michigan Camper & RV Show

Location: Grand Traverse County Civic Center, 1213 W. Civic Center Dr., Traverse City, MI
Friday & Saturday - 11am to 9pm, Sunday - 11am - 5pm. Fees $5.00 Admission. Kids under 12 years are free. Friday Seniors Admission is $4. All types of new, year 2008 recreation vehicles-over 50 units and over 15 brands displayed; folding campers, motor homes, travel trailers and fifth wheel travel trailers.
Contact Information: Bill Sheffer
Phone: (800) 422-6478

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Saturday, February 23, 2008

National Cherry Festival: Traverse City's 82nd

The National Cherry Festival will kick off its 82nd annual celebration with a highly anticipated, patriotic 4th of July weekend return visit by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels on Saturday, July 5 and Sunday, July 6 over West Grand Traverse Bay. Visit the National Cherry Festival website for further information.
E-Mail: info@cherryfestival.org
Phone: (800) 968-3380

For Loding: PENINSULA BAY RESORT CONDOMINIUMS ON EAST BAY

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Friday, February 22, 2008

Miliken Auditorium: CONCERT: Leon Redbone

Leon Redbone continues his very real love affair with the tunes from flapper era radio, Depression spawned ragtime and folk-jazz. Yet, there is always something oddly modern about this musician. His lyrical satire and cynicism wear well with any generation. 'The man in the white straw boater and shades emphasizes the era when Bing Crosby was considered a jazz singer and Fats Waller was a pop act. Not many artists who play Ragtime-era music can say they have sold 500,000 albums, appeared on Saturday Night Live numerous times and popularized the Pepsi and Budweiser jingles (This Buds For You). The Washington Post. Show begins at 8 p.m. at Milliken Auditorium, 1701 E. Front St. Tickets available online

For Lodging:
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Miliken Stage: Jeff Haas Trio & Phoenix Quartet

Traverse City's own composer and pianist Jeff Haas brings his engaging mix of jazz, classical and world music to the Milliken stage in a special performance of his Double Quartet Project. Jeff's quartet featuring bassist Marion Hayden, drummer Alex Trajano and multi-instrumentalist Rob Smith (who toured with jazz diva Dianne Reeves last winter) is joined by the highly-acclaimed string quartet, the Phoenix Ensemble led by dynamic and entertaining violinist Gabe Bolkosky. A must see for both jazz and classical music lovers of all ages! Show begins at 8 p.m. at Milliken Auditorium, 1701 E. Front St. Tickets available at http://sabo.seatadvisor.com/sabo/servlets/EventSearch?presenter=COH

for Lodging:
Peninsula Bay Resort Condominims on East Bay

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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

for Lodging:
PENINSULA BAY RESORT CONDOMINIUMS
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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.

for lodging: Northern Shores Vacation Rentals

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Sunday, January 20, 2008

Nicole Hulet - Coldwell Banker Schmidt - Rookie of the Year Award

Nicole Hulet of the 548 East Front Street Coldwell Banker Schmidt office was presented the "Rookie of the Year" award for 2007. Coldwell Banker's "Celebration of Excellence" ceremony was held last night at the Grand Traverse Resort. Although Nicole is no "Rookie" (she has held her real estate license since the mid 90s, using it in conjunction with vacation rental management) she was honored to receive the award. Nicole has had great success introducing new owners to the Peninsula Bay Resort Condominiums over the last 2+ years. She sells what she believes in and her heart belongs to Peninsula Bay. Nicole, coupled with a great team from Coldwell Banker, the once thought dim future of the project has turned full circle and this East Bay opportunity has been realized. She plans to continue matching new owners with this high quality complex through this summer 2008.
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Monday, January 14, 2008

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 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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Thursday, December 27, 2007

Traverse City: New Year's Party at Kilkenny's

New Year's Party at Kilkenny's

When: 12/31/2007

Join us for a New Year's Celebration at Kilkenny's Irish Public House. Enjoy live music with "Three Thumbs Up" from 9:30pm - 1:30am. Kick off the new year with Traverse City's only authentic Irish Pub for a toast and a cheers to 2008.
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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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Thursday, December 13, 2007

Old Mission: Jazz at Sunset - Chateau Chantal

Last Sunday Jazz at Sunset 12/30/2007
Last Sunday Jazz at Sunset Come enjoy our tradition “Jazz at Sunset” with Jeff Hass and his Trio and learn about wine through our wine education series. 3-5:30 pm. Chateau Chantal.

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Traverse City: Northwestern Michigan College - Telescopes

Public viewing at Rogers Observatory 12/20/2007
From 8 to 10 p.m., the public may use telescopes at Northwestern Michigan College's Rogers Observatory to view Venus early (hopefully), and later the Orion Nebula. If it is cloudy, the event may be canceled. If weather conditions and staffing permit, viewing hours may be extended. The Rogers Observatory is at 1753 Brimley Road, between Keystone Road and Garfield Road in Garfield Township. For more information, contact Bob Moler at 946-8649.

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Elk Rapids: Community PJ Party - Downtown

Elk Rapids Community PJ Party 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.

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

Men's Night: Holiday Shopping in downtown Traverse City 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.

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Monday, October 15, 2007

Peninsula Bay Owners Donate Lodging to State Theatre Grand Re-Opening, Nov 17, 2007

In cooperation with Northern Shores Vacation Rentals, several owners of the luxurious Peninsula Bay condominiums have donated lodging to VIP guest for the Grand Re-Opening of Traverse City State Theatre downtown, this is taking place November 17th, 2007. Special guest are still undisclosed at this time.

The State Theatre is located on on East Front Street in downtown Traverse City and was originally built in 1918 and rebuilt in 1923 after a fire. It showed the first talking movie seen in Northern Michigan in 1929 when it was known as the Lyric Theatre. It closed down in 1991, before being revitalized by being used during the Traverse City Film Festival beginning in 2005

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Friday, July 13, 2007

Traverse City's National Cherry Festival - 2007

The National Cherry Festival is a festival in Traverse City, Michigan in Northern Michigan. Founded in 1926, the mission of the National Cherry Festival is to celebrate & promote cherries. It also serves to promote tourism and community involvement, and to enhance the economic, entertainment, and cultural interests of the Grand Traverse region.
Every year more than 500,000 attendees enjoy the National Cherry Festival, which is now in its 80th year. Families can enjoy many kinds of activities from cherry pit spitting and pie eating contests, to the Grand Royale Parade in which the newly crowned Cherry Queen greets the crowds.
Originally held in mid- to late July to coincide with the cherry harvest, the Festival was moved to early July to take advantage of the July 4th weekend. Cherries are harvested with a "shaker", that quickly vibrates the trunk of the cherry tree and the ripe cherries fill off into a large, expandable tarp.[1] During the harvest approximately 200,000,000 pounds of tart (Montmorency) cherries are harvested. Other cherries, including sweet cherries and Balaton cherries are also harvested. The moderate climate, caused by the proximity of Lake Michigan and the sandy soil are why cherries grow so well in the region.
Traverse City is the self-proclaimed "Cherry Capital of the World" and is in the Guinness Book of World Records, for baking the world's largest cherry pie (the pie was 17' 6", weighing in at 28,350 pounds), unveiled at the festival on July 25, 1987. This replaced the pie baked nine years earlier in Charlevoix, Michigan. This record was held until July 14, 1990, when a pie weighing 37,740 lbs 10 oz, 20 feet in diameter was baked and eaten by approximately 1500 people in Oliver, British Columbia (the Wine Capital of Canada).Source: Wikipedia.com

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Saturday, February 24, 2007

Traverse City Film Festival - 2007

Jul 30 - Aug 5, 2007

The Traverse City Film Festival will be an annual event in Northern Michigan. The 3rd annual film festival will have more films, more days, more venues, more activities, and more fun. There will be more parties and premieres, more family and children's films, as well as more panel discussions featuring actors, directors, writers and other film industry representatives. More details to follow. For more information call (231) 392-1134 or visit www.traversecityfilmfestival.org.

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Friday, February 23, 2007

Northwest Michigan Camper & RV Show - Traverse City

March 23-25th, 2007

The Northwest Michigan Camper & RV Show is being held for three days at the Civic Center in the Howe Arena. There will be all types of new recreation vehicles - over 50 units and over 15 brands displayed ranging in price from $4,000 to more than $75,000. Booths with parts and accessories and free information on campgrounds. The entrance to the Civic Center is off South Garfield Avenue near the intersection of US-31 (Front Street) and Garfield in Traverse City. Hours: Friday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. For more information contact Bill Sheffer at (800) 422-6478.

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Horse Shows by the Bay - Traverse City, Michigan

July 18th - August 5th, 2007

Horse Shows by the Bay is a three week equestrian festival held annually in the picturesque resort area of Traverse City, Michigan. Highlights of the weekly four arena series include a $25,000 Show Jumping Grand Prix each Sunday, $10,000 Show Jumping Hall of Fame Junior-Amateur Owner Jumper Prix, Young Jumper Classics, Hunter Classics, and the Zada Enterprises, LLC Dressage by the Bay shows. Over $350,000 in cash prizes and points for national awards are awarded.

Horse Shows by the Bay is just minutes away from Peninsula Bay Condominiums. What a great way to enjoy all the show festivities and spend some down time on beautiful East Grand Traverse Bay.




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