Ross Boissoneau | Author
Welcome to Ellie’s Dairy-free Kitchen
Aug. 14, 2021
While living in the nation’s capital and finishing her master’s degree from Georgetown University, Ellie Kebler had an idea.
She would leave Washington, D.C., move to a place she’d never been before and, while working full-time at a law firm, write about food. &n...
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COVID-Proof Platforms for Local Musicians & the Listeners Who Love Them
Aug. 7, 2021
When COVID struck, Nate VerBerkmoes and his longtime pal Dan Smiddy (i.e., Sideshow Nate and Dan Strait) came up with an idea: Why not expand their South of the Straits podcast about Michigan music, comedy, and “all around Michigan BADASSERY” — to include a concert...
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Jack Conners’ Perfect World
Aug. 7, 2021
You might not have heard Jack Conners. But if you’ve ever attended a live show at Northwestern Michigan College or Glen Arbor’s Manitou Music Festival, if you’ve listened to Interlochen Public Radio or albums by the likes of Peter Erskine or Jeff Haas, you...
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The Singular Stoll Vaughn
Aug. 7, 2021
Like virtually every other performer, Stoll Vaughan is excited to get back on the road. Relieved. And a little concerned. “It’s still not the same. You just don’t know,” says Vaughan.
The Kentucky-based singer-songwriter will be performing in northern and W...
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The Double Life of Tobin Sprout
Aug. 7, 2021
Tobin Sprout has two different audiences. As a painter, his work graces private collections and displays at places like the Cincinnati Zoo and Ford Motor Company. Meanwhile, his music has been positively reviewed by Rolling Stone and garnered fans nationwide.
So which cam...
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Foreigner Returns to Interlochen Aug. 14
July 31, 2021
Sure, you can expect “Double Vision,” “Urgent” and the rest of the band’s hits when Foreigner hits the stage at Kresge Auditorium Aug. 14. What you might not expect is the sense of urgency lead singer Kelly Hansen promises he and the rest of the band wi...
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Have Stage, Will Travel
July 31, 2021
Sometimes you can’t get to the dance, can’t easily afford to attend — or maybe just aren’t sure you’ll even like it. Traverse City Dance project is solving all three of those problems this summer. It’s bringing the dance to you.
This mont...
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Up North's Least Wanted Invasive Species
July 31, 2021
You won’t see them on posters at the post office. But make no mistake, these threats to our fields and forests, lakes and streams are most unwelcome. A huge number of plants, animals, and insects are recognized as non-native threats to the state. Many of them are even prohibited to ...
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Alpine Chocolat Haus' Awesome in a Bag
July 24, 2021
If you ask someone — or at least the right person — at Alpine Chocolat Haus in Boyne City what the best treat in the store is, you might be surprised with the answer. It’s not one of the truffles. Not the dizzying variety of coated apples. Not even the chocolate-covered ...
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All-Access Fun Up North
July 24, 2021
One trend we can all get behind: the great strides made in creating and adapting recreational options Up North so people of all abilities can access and enjoy our extraordinary outdoors. Local, and regional groups alike have spearheaded efforts to build or retrofit playgrounds, install mo...
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Best News on Two Wheels
July 24, 2021
After a year in which the world closed and/or went virtual, in-person biking events are again a thing. That means that it’s time for people to pedal to get the medal. Or at least enjoy one another’s camaraderie on area trails.
More and more are doing so. Of the many tr...
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Rock and Roll Hall of Famers on Way to Interlochen
July 24, 2021
People attending the Chicago show at Interlochen Aug. 3 may feel like they’re traveling back through time. The band will be opening the show with the first song from the band’s first album, Chicago Transit Authority, released in 1969. It will then move on to its hits from the ...
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Local Movie Wins Best Comedy in Big City Film Fest
July 17, 2021
Filmmaker Rich Brauer typically lets his distributors showcase his movies however they think best. But with his distributor headquartered in Chicago, he was inspired to enter his film Frozen Stupid 2: Open Water in the Chicago Independent Film Festival. He’s glad he did: Much to his...
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Grand Traverse Salad Co.
July 17, 2021
It’s not a straight line from the gas station to restaurant, nor is it a direct route from doughnut shop to salad emporium. But it’s the path John and Jan Sheill embarked on, and they’re more than happy with the result: Grand Traverse Salad Company.
&...
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Grammy-winning Kurt Elling to Turn GLCFA SuperBlue July 24
July 17, 2021
Grammy-winner Kurt Elling is one of the most lauded and adventurous vocalists in the jazz world. From crafting new lyrics to existing jazz standards to creating originals, performing pop material by the likes of Stevie Wonder and Joe Jackson, and collaborating with a host of different mus...
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Summer Restaurant and Food News
July 17, 2021
The line keeps moving but never seems to disappear completely. No, not at Moomers (well, maybe; see below), but in terms of news regarding restaurants and food and beverage institutions around the region. Openings, closings, and changes are the only constant in this most volatile industry...
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Art Festival at Bay Harbor July 23–24
July 17, 2021
The 21st Annual Bay Harbor Arts Festival will take place July 23-24 on the grounds of the tony community on Lake Michigan, just south of Petoskey. The festival opens at 4pm Friday afternoon for its preview night, an opportunity for visitors and patrons to stroll the artists’ booths ...
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Traverse City Trails Festival Returns July 25
July 17, 2021
After a year off (that pesky pandemic), the Traverse City Trails Festival returns July 25. The Shorts Brewing-sponsored event is a fundraiser for the Northern Michigan Mountain Bike Association, which supports various outdoor projects associated with area trails. It also supports the asso...
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Wine, Live Music, and Getting Food Delivered to Our Chairs
July 17, 2021
Boathouse Vineyards in – and on – the Narrows of Lake Leelanau is offering a greatly expanded schedule of summer music. Guests can enjoy wine, music, and wine-paired food while relaxing outside. Local artists will perform everything from mellow rock and cool blues grooves...
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Ride with Pride July 14
July 10, 2021
In case you needed another reason to go to Mackinac Island in the summer: Straits Pride hosts a Pride Ride the second Wednesday of each month on Mackinac Island. Riders will meet in Marquette Park at 6pm and ride to British Landing. Bring your own bike but plan to pick up a free pride fla... Read More >>