Jamie Kauffold | Author

Bowling on Main Street in Harbor Springs

March 21, 2026

Whatever the weather, start your spring with Bowling on Main Street in Harbor Springs! Strike some pins at the intersection of State and Main—which will be closed to vehicular traffic—on Saturday, April 4, between noon and 2pm. Along with Northern Lights Recreation giving away a… Read More >>

Maple Fun with Grass River

March 14, 2026

Ever wondered how maple syrup is made? Stop by the Pavilion at Grass River Center at Grass River Natural Area near Bellaire on Saturday, March 21, between 12-3pm to help turn maple sap to syrup! Ask staff questions and hike on the trail to see where trees are tapped, buckets and lines are h… Read More >>

Winter’s Last Hurrah at TC Whiskey

March 7, 2026

Spread cheer with your community over a warm cocktail fireside at Traverse City Whiskey Co.’s 3rd Annual Winter Warm-Up, Saturday, March 14, from 1-5pm! This community event also offers yard games, exclusive tastings, a kid-friendly hot cocoa bar, food from Cordwood BBQ Food Truck, an… Read More >>

Blood Moon Rising at Hickory Meadows

Feb. 28, 2026

Study the beauty of the Blood Moon at Hickory Meadows in Traverse City during a lantern-lit, self-guided hike with Grand Traverse Conservation District. When the full moon arrives on Tuesday, March 3, from 6-8pm, the moon will be cast in a deep red glow from a total lunar eclipse. The hike … Read More >>

Midwinter Art Festival Coming to City Opera House

Feb. 21, 2026

Add some joy to those winter doldrums at TC’s City Opera House! Light the Darkness is a maker’s fair full of inspiring arts, crafts, and handcrafted goods, along with local treats from food vendors and the energy of live performances. This free celebration runs from 3-5pm (early… Read More >>

History on Snowshoes

Feb. 14, 2026

Learn about Port Oneida’s past as you snowshoe with a history guide, beginning and ending at the Port Oneida Heritage Center at the Olsen House, in Maple City on Saturday, Feb. 21, from 10am-noon. After a gentle trek around the Olsen farmstead and surrounding landscapes, gather in the… Read More >>

Cocktails, Canapés, and Comedy

Feb. 7, 2026

Two cops, three crooks, eight doors! This year’s Cocktails, Canapés, and Comedy theater production by the Northport Performing Arts Center is Unnecessary Farce. Set in a hotel room, where an embezzling mayor is supposed to meet with his accountant, the show also follow… Read More >>

Sisters of Soul Concert

Jan. 31, 2026

Lead vocalist of northern Michigan’s Barefoot, Jenni Rae brings a love letter and tribute to the songs and stories of Ella Fitzgerald and Etta James in a “Sisters of Soul” concert, Saturday, Feb. 7, at 7:30pm at the Garden Theater in Frankfort. Joining Rae are musicians Ph… Read More >>

A Week of Inspirational Speakers at the Ramsdell

Jan. 24, 2026

Sabrina Little shines the light on how sports can shape character as part of the January Series at The Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, Friday, Jan. 30, at 12:30pm. Little is a five-time U.S. National Champion and World Silver Medalist in trail and ultramarathon running, not to mentio… Read More >>

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 >>