Jamie Kauffold | Author

There and Back Again at Old Town Playhouse

Jan. 17, 2026

We’re going on an adventure! And there will be trolls, goblins, and giant spiders! But also good friends and better tales to tell. This January, the shy but intrepid hobbit Bilbo Baggins ends up on an epic journey with a group of dwarves to try to reclaim a stolen treasure from the mi… Read More >>

Having a Latte Fun at Mundos

Jan. 10, 2026

Art? Coffee? Both! Whether you’re a professional barista or just an at-home coffee lover, try your hand at the Lucha Leche Latte Art Competition! Held at Mundos 305 in downtown TC, Saturday, Jan. 17, from 5-8pm, your $10 entry fee benefits Single MOMM, a nonprofit that addresses and p… Read More >>

Retired Recess Back in Session

Jan. 3, 2026

Mt. Holiday in Traverse City is calling all “older kids” (50+) to Retired Recess! Held every Thursday from noon-4pm, the fun begins Jan. 8 with a welcoming place to socialize, ski, eat, and spend time with peers. Participants will be offered discounted lift tickets and rentals d… Read More >>

Dashing Through the Snow

Dec. 20, 2025

How to stay warm this winter? Keep moving! Ski, snowshoe, bike, or run your way through the cold months with 20+ races happening around northern Michigan.

JANUARY

Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026
Forbush Moonlight Snowshoe 5K
Forbush Corne… Read More >>

A Solo Rattler

Dec. 20, 2025

Frontman of folk-rock band Michigan Rattlers Graham Young brings his solo performance to Great Lakes Center for the Arts in Bay Harbor on Saturday, Dec. 27, at 7pm. Beginning in Petoskey, the Michigan Rattlers have performed across North America, including festivals like Bonnaroo and Electr… Read More >>

MRKT HLDY SHPPNG, aka Warehouse MRKT Holiday Shopping!

Dec. 13, 2025

Shop the latest from local makers and vendors at the Holiday MRKT Share at Warehouse MRKT in TC, Saturday, Dec. 20, from 10am-3pm. Just a few options include picking up some decorated sugar cookies, hot cocoa, and coffee bombs from Crum Cakes Bake Shop; handcrafted cocktail infusions and go… Read More >>

Christmas in Sweden (by way of Benzie)

Dec. 6, 2025

Musical duo Ingemar and Lisa Johansson, also members of Song of the Lakes group, bring “Christmas in Sweden: A Musical Lecture” to Mills Community House in Benzonia (also held on Zoom) on Thursday, Dec. 11, at 4pm. Featuring music and stories of past and current celebrations of … Read More >>

Christmas at the Lighthouse

Nov. 29, 2025

See the Grand Traverse Lighthouse all dressed up for Christmas at the Holiday Lights Hike at Leelanau State Park campground and around the lighthouse, Dec. 5-6 from 5-8pm. New this year is Santa’s Workshop in the Fog Signal Building, where kids can make crafts to take home, as well as… Read More >>

Strolling Lights, Feeding Neighbors

Nov. 15, 2025

Help those in need by decorating a tree at the fifth annual Strolling Lights Festival in Glen Arbor! By sponsoring a tree for $150, you’re helping the Empire Area Food Pantry, which serves those who are struggling to put food on their tables. (Monetary donations can also be made onlin… Read More >>

Dinner in Petoskey? Yes, Please!

Nov. 8, 2025

Petoskey’s Fall Restaurant Week is here! Visit your favorite restaurants and check out new ones in and around Petoskey, Nov. 7-16. Mix it up with unique menus and deals at spots like Barrel Back Restaurant, City Park Grill, Roast & Toast, Vintage Chophouse & Wine Bar, and more… Read More >>

Wreath the Halls

Nov. 1, 2025

Get ready for the holidays with the ultimate wreath workshop! Boyne Mountain hosts Wreathfest, Saturday, Nov. 8, with Kalin Sheick of Sweetwater Floral guiding the way. Make a gorgeous handmade greenery wreath at 10am, 12:30pm, or 3pm. GA is $99 and VIP $199 (includes a VIP Welcome Party an… Read More >>

Freshwater Summit in Traverse City

Oct. 25, 2025

Bioregionalism, sea lamprey control, and environmental DNA are just a few topics of the 18th annual Freshwater Summit, where you’ll learn all about the health of the Great Lakes and Grand Traverse Bay regions on Thursday, Oct. 30, from 9am-3pm at the Hagerty Center in Traverse City. H… Read More >>

Making Movies, Making Music

Oct. 18, 2025

Latin Grammy-nominated ensemble Making Movies—which NPR calls “sensual, smoky, and seductive”—visits the City Opera House in Traverse City Saturday, Oct. 25, at 7pm. Founded by Enrique Chi and rooted in the traditions of Panama, this band represents a melting pot of … Read More >>

Raise a Rosé at the Delamar

Oct. 11, 2025

Raise a glass of rosé at Delamar Traverse City to recognize October Breast Cancer Awareness month and benefit the Munson Cancer Fund, Oct. 17-19. This weekend-long event is presented by Hampton Water, which was co-created by Bon Jovi and his son, Jesse. Take part in the Harvest for H… Read More >>

Apples to Apples in Charlevoix

Oct. 4, 2025

It’s apple season Up North! Follow U.S. 31 and the changing leaves to Charlevoix’s 46th annual Apple Fest, Oct. 10-12. Try out the apple pie eating contest and watch the Dancing Witches while music plays all over town. And be sure to bring a sturdy tote bag to hit up the apple o… Read More >>

Fall Fun Up North: Sept. 27 Festivals

Sept. 20, 2025

Fall festivals are definitely in the air, and headlining this week is Leelanau UnCaged! With continuous live music on the streets of Northport from noon-10pm, Sat., Sept. 27, you’ll find seven stages and 34 acts, plus a water blessing over the bay, art activities, craft vendors, and m… Read More >>

Taste of Harbor Springs Celebrates 30 Years

Sept. 13, 2025

Experience the many flavors of the local culinary scene at the 30th annual Taste of Harbor Springs, Saturday, Sept. 20, from noon-3pm on the waterfront at Marina Park. You’ll be treated with small tastes from area restaurants like Birchwood Golf and Country Club, Legs Inn, The New Yor… Read More >>

Fall 2025 Race Calendar

Sept. 6, 2025

The heat of summer is behind us, and there’s still plenty of time before hibernation season—we mean, winter—arrives. So let’s spend these beautiful fall months out on the trails. Here are more than 30 running, biking, swimming, and paddling races with sign-ups open a… Read More >>

Craft Beer Fest Returns to Cadillac

Sept. 6, 2025

Now in its second decade, Cadillac’s Craft Beer Festival brings 20+ brewers to the Cadillac Commons on Saturday, Sept. 13. Grab a Rainmaker from Stormcloud Brewing Co. or Passion City Haze from Brew Detroit, along with a bite to eat from Betty’s Little Brat LLC and Barron Barbec… Read More >>

2025 Cadillac Book Fest

Aug. 30, 2025

Support your local and Michigan authors at the Cadillac Book Fest, Saturday, Sept. 6, from 10am-4pm! Head to downtown Cadillac to shop for books at Horizon Books, Bound for Books, or The Book Nook and enjoy a book craft or two at the Commons Market, across from City Park, all sponsored by t… Read More >>