Event Calendar
Betsie Valley Run - October 3, 2010
[ October 3, 2010; 9:00 am; ]
9am - Half-Marathon • 10K Run/Walk • 5K Run/Walk | (11:30am Kid's Event)
Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa and the Friends of the Betsie Valley District Library cordially invite you to participate in what is quickly becoming one of northern Michigan's favorite running events. Whether you're a serious distance runner or [...]
Crystal Mountain - Pure Michigan Labor Days, September 3-6, 2010
[ September 3, 2010 to September 6, 2010. ]
Celebrate all things Michigan over Labor Day weekend at northern Michigan's newest summer tradition: Pure Michigan Labor Days, September 3-6, 2010.
Lodging packages from $79 per person, per night. Lodging package details.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3Family Movie
Farmer's Market 4-7
Locally grown fruits, vegetables and other garden produce from neighboring farms, along with handmade soaps and crafts [...]
The Cove - Farewell to Fudgies AKA There Goes the Sun - September 6, 2010
[ September 6, 2010; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] The sun is setting a little bit earlier and the people on the streets are starting to thin out. In celebration of all our guests and Fishtown friends, come out and listen to the awesome Egon, featuring Angela's stellar vocals. Despite the flooding and strikes in Mexico, we've secured the Corona, and are bringing out [...]
Michigan Schooner Festival - September 10-12, 2010
[ September 10, 2010 to September 12, 2010. ] The 2nd annual Michigan Schooner Festival sails once again September 10-12 on West Bay in Traverse City at Open Space Park and Clinch Park Marina.
The festival will feature 7 Tall Ships. On Friday September 10th, the Grand Parade of Sail will be a beautiful sight as the ships sail down West Grand Traverse Bay together [...]
Shanty Creek - August Lodging Starting at $99/Night
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Crystal Mountain - Crystal Spa Days - $69 Spa Services - October 10-24, 2010
Celebrate the colors and scents of autumn during Crystal Spa Days October 10-24. Enjoy three select services offered at just $69 and experience the tranquility of this luxury oasis.
Call 800-968-7686 ext. 7200 to make your appointment today!
INDIAN SUMMER MASSAGE
A relaxing Swedish massage consisting of smooth, long strokes with light to moderate pressure.
Your [...]
Crystal Mountain - Peak-to-Peak Mountain Bike Race - October 16, 2010
[ October 23, 2010; 10:00 am; ]
5th Annual
Peak-to-Peak Mountain Bike Race
presented by Right Brain Brewery
Crystal Mountain Resort
Thompsonville, MI
Saturday, October 16, 2010 10:00 am
Endoman Promotions and Crystal Mountain Resort in Thompsonville, Michigan are pleased to present the Fifth Annual Peak2Peak Mountain Bike Classic, presented by Right Brain Brewery. This epic event is held in and around the [...]
Chateau Chantal - Harvest Fest 2010 - October 2, 2010
[ October 2, 2010; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Join us for a harvest celebration! From noon to 4pm, come in for complimentary wine tastings, grape stomping (2pm), mini-seminars, and open house! Free of charge and open to families. Guests must be 21 to taste wine.
If you have not received an invitation, and you'd like to enjoy lunch with us, please purchase a lunch [...]
Shanty Creek - The Dominic Fortuna Dinner Show - Every Friday July 16 - August 27
[ July 16, 2010; 6:00 pm; July 23, 2010; 6:00 pm; July 30, 2010; 6:00 pm; August 6, 2010; 6:00 pm; August 13, 2010; 6:00 pm; August 20, 2010; 6:00 pm; August 27, 2010; 6:00 pm; ] Shanty Creek Resorts Presents: The Dominic Fortuna Dinner Show
Every Friday July 16 - August 27 • 6pm • Ivan’s Mountainside Grill
The show, “Jukebox Gold,” features hits from the 50s, 60s and 70s by artists such as Elvis, Chuck Berry, Tom Jones, Dusty Springfield, Tina Turner and more. It’s energetic and fun for all ages!
Adults $44.95 [...]
Crystal Mountain - 18-Hole Fall Golf Package
From $79* per adult, per night
Available September 1-2, 6-9, 12-13, 19-21, 26; October 5, 13-14, 17, 20-26, 29-31, 2010.
Hit the links at Crystal Mountain Resort and Spa this fall and save! Tee it up on one of two northern Michigan championship golf courses and stay in the Midwest’s finest accommodations from just $79* per [...]
Crystal Mountain Resort and Spa - Mountain Top Yoga
Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Crystal Mountain Resort and Spa with an outdoor Yoga class on top of the mountain! No matter what your experience level, yoga offers excellent health and wellness benefits, and provides a unique perspective to exercise and fitness. Meet at the Peak Fitness Center, class will walk [...]
Chateau Chantal Tapas Tours - Daily June 15 to End of August
Our Tapas Tour experience consists of a tour of the winery that winds through the vineyard and cellar as the winemaking process is explained from vine to wine, and concludes with our tapas-style exploration of wine and food pairing. We aim to satisfy your appetite for wine knowledge as well as [...]
Traverse City Children’s Book Festival - November 13, 2010
[ November 13, 2010; ] Be part of the magic of the first annual Traverse City Children's Book Festival - Michigan's ONLY children's book fest - Saturday, November 13th, 2010 at the City Opera House. Admission is free!
TCCBF is a celebration of children, families, community, and literacy. The festival offers a sampling of the best children's books from a variety [...]
Sara Hardy Farmers Market - Traverse City
The Sara Hardy Farmers Market sells a variety of plants, produce and baked goods specializing mainly in locally grown products.
The Farmers Market is located off of the Grandview Parkway, between Union and Cass Streets.
The Market is open Saturdays beginning May 8 through October 30, 2010, from 8 am to noon.
On June 15, [...]
Chateau Chantal Wine Dinners - Wednesdays and Saturdays through Sept. 4
[ June 16, 2010; 6:00 pm; June 19, 2010; 6:00 pm; June 23, 2010; 6:00 pm; June 26, 2010; 6:00 pm; June 30, 2010; 6:00 pm; July 3, 2010; 6:00 pm; July 7, 2010; 6:00 pm; July 10, 2010; 6:00 pm; July 14, 2010; 6:00 pm; July 17, 2010; 6:00 pm; July 21, 2010; 6:00 pm; July 24, 2010; 6:00 pm; July 28, 2010; 6:00 pm; July 31, 2010; 6:00 pm; ] Our Wine Dinners are the perfect way to experience the best of Northern Michigan. Our delicious local wines are paired with a 6 course meal prepared by Chef Les Hagaman, owner of neighboring B&B, Tesoro Inn.
Learn from our knowledgeable staff about food and wine pairings while enjoying this beautiful meal and making new friends. Please [...]
Manitou Passage Golf Club Becomes A Destination Course
Arnold Palmer’s “Signature Course” King’s Challenge is reborn in Leelanau County as Manitou Passage Golf Club
Over the past two decades some of the most distinguished new golf courses in America have opened in northern Michigan. Perhaps that’s because the nationally acclaimed golf course architects who designed those courses were inspired by [...]
Nordic Walking Poles Help Wounded Warriors Move
Nordic walking poles from Glen Arbor, Michigan are helping Wounded Warriors move
Nordic Walking Poles are radically improving balance, stability, gait, walking posture and walking comfort of Wounded Warriors! Quality Nordic Walking Poles from WWW.SKIWALKING.COM and the American Nordic Walking System have been donated to Wounded Warrior Programs at Walter Reed, Fort Carson, Fort Lewis/Madigan/McChord [...]
Traverse City Wine and Art Festival - August 21, 2010
[ August 21, 2010; 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm. ] The 2nd annual Traverse City Wine & Art Festival will take place on Saturday August 21, 2010 from 3-10 PM at the Grand Traverse Commons in front of Building 50 on the lawn under the big tent.
About the Festival
The Traverse City Wine & Art Festival is a celebration of the wine and culture of [...]
Bel Lago Vineyard and Winery
Our wines are made from grapes grown in family owned vineyards overlooking Lake Leelanau and Lake Michigan where the climate and soils favor cool climate classics like Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Auxerrois and others. From these, a variety of still and sparkling wines are carefully crafted for your pleasure. Grown with a [...]
The 2nd annual Michigan Schooner Festival sails once again September 10-12 on West Bay in Traverse City at Open Space Park and Clinch Park Marina.
The festival will feature 7 Tall Ships. On Friday September 10th, the Grand Parade of Sail will be a beautiful sight as the ships sail down West Grand Traverse Bay together and dock at Clinch Marina. Saturday events include ship tours, food, entertainment, the Ring of Steel pirate reenactment troupe, artist vendors, kids games, and ticketed sailings, including a special “gun battle sail” aboard the Armed Sloop Welcome. Sunday starts off with a “Pancakes with Pirates” breakfast at the Open Space with more fun to follow.
A total of seven schooners will be on hand for the festival. These include Maritime Heritage Alliance’s three ships - Madeline, Welcome and Champion — as well as four tall ships from around the region.
• Schooner tours and sailing throughout the weekend
• Daily demonstrations and reenactments
• Pancakes with Pirates Breakfast
• Maritime music throughout the weekend
• Daily children’s activities with food and fun
for all ages
Visit Michigan Schooner Festival Website >>>>
A celebration of blossoms, beauty and bounty on Old Mission Peninsula.
Old Mission winemakers invite you to their tasting rooms for a sample of unreleased wines! Barrel and Reserve wines are showcased in addition to each winery’s standard tasting list. The $15 ticket price includes a souvenir glass and tasting at all seven Old Mission wineries. Enjoy the beauty of the blossoms and a weekend on Old Mission Peninsula!
Tickets are available at any Old Mission Peninsula Winery on the days of the event.
Contact 231.223.4110 for further information.
May 15-16, 2010
12-5 p.m.
Visit Wineries of Old Mission Website >>>>
Authors to tell the tale of Michigan Wine History at the 4th Annual Northern Michigan Wine Summit
The 4th Annual Northern Michigan Wine Summit returns to Traverse City on Monday, April 26 at the Traverse City Opera House as the wineries of both Old Mission and Leelanau Peninsula collaborate to showcase their wines and their award-winning industry. The event will feature Lorri Hathaway and Sharon Kegerreis, authors of the award-winning “From the Vine: Exploring Michigan Wineries,” which showcases Michigan wine country destinations. Lorri and Sharon will present highlights from their 2010 summer release book: “The History of Michigan Wines: 150 Years of Winemaking along the Great Lakes.” Don’t miss the fascinating history of early wine pioneers of the 1800s, the bootlegging prohibition era, the post-Prohibition boom of the 1930s and the rebirth of the industry as we now know it!
The event is in three parts:
1-2pm “The History of Michigan Wines” presentation by Lorri Hathaway & Sharon Kegerreis
2-4:30pm: Afternoon trade show featuring wine tasting, door prizes and wine
5:30-7:30pm Early-evening public wine show with wine tasting, door prizes and silent auction and a brief revisit of the historical presentation
“This event allows us to focus on the great wines we are producing here in Northern Michigan for both those in the service industry and for everyone who lives and work in our area- we know anyone can be an ambassador for local wines” says Liz Berger from Chateau Chantal Winery on Old Mission Peninsula. “We’ll be offering tastes of our wines all day to showcase the quality wines being produced in our region.”
From 1-2pm, Lorri and Sharon will introduce you to Michigan’s never-before-documented early wine history, starting with the state’s first viable wine region in the 1800s along the shores of Lake Erie. Learn about northern Michigan’s pioneers who plant the region’s first vineyards before the onset of Prohibition when legal wine production ends and a new rollicking era begins. You’ll hear about the national headline-generating raid on barrels of red wine in the Upper Peninsula and how three of Michigan’s vintners solidify their place in history during this dynamic era. The industry explodes after Prohibition and continues through the 1960s before production drops due to a changing marketplace. Significant new grape varietals crop up in the 1960s and 1970s, including plantings by five northern Michigan vintners. After a changing law shuts down several wineries, the industry reinvents itself into vibrant culinary wine and food destinations that garner national and international attention for stylish wines influenced by our Great Lakes maritime climate. Everyone is welcome, though the presentation should be of special interest to restaurant owners and managers, store owners and managers, media, significant tourism and community leaders, wineries and other VIPs.
From 2-4:30pm a trade-show featuring local wineries will open for restaurant owners & managers & waitstaff, store owners & managers & clerks, media, hoteliers, plus tourism & community leaders. Each participating winery will have a tasting table and information about their wines. This will be a great opportunity to meet will local wineries and try many local wines all in one location. Door prizes, fun, and games will keep the atmosphere light and entertaining
From 5:30-7:30pm the public will be invited to a wine tasting for $7/person. Cheeses, breads, crackers, and fruits will accompany the featured wines. An abbreviated version of “History of Michigan Wine” will be offered at 6:30pm. A fun atmosphere will feature games, trivia, door prizes, and small silent auction to benefit the Michigan Wine Foundation. Many local restaurants will offer special discounts on Monday evening to patrons with a NoMiWi ticket.
Northern Michigan is a rapidly growing wine region, currently producing world-class wines which impact not only the local economy but which also contribute to the state’s nearly $19 billion tourism industry. The Northern Michigan vintners have become a catalyst for Michigan, drawing attention to the state’s overall image as a year-round agri-tourism destination. Northern Michigan is home to over 850 acres of vineyards which are used by the over 24 area wineries to produce more than 150,000 cases of wine each year. For more details about the impact of the wine industry on Michigan’s economy visit: http://www.michiganwines.com/page.php?menu_id=19
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An all day event providing an excellent overview of winemaking, viticulture, and food and wine pairing. Hosted by our witty and passionate winemaker, Mark Johnson.
The day includes a vineyard walk, peasant’s lunch, cellar tour, wine tasting, learning materials, and gourmet dinner. The $145 price covers lunch, multi-course dinner paired with Chantal’s wines, learning materials and instruction.
Class starts at 11AM and runs through dinner. Call 1-800-969-4009 for further details and reservations. Room costs are in addition to the seminar. Call to register and check room availability.
•Class begins at 11:00 on Saturday morning in the Hospitality/Breakfast room
•11:15 Vineyard Walk
•1:00 – Peasant’s Lunch
•2:30-5:30 Winery Education and the Art & Science of tasting
•6:30 – Dinner at Chateau Chantal
•Bring a jacket, gloves, etc. and walking shoes. It is sometimes very cool out in the vineyard.
Visit Chateau Chantal Website >>>>
Group of local citizens organize Cherry-T Ball Drop New Years Eve
Downtown Traverse City will have yet another exciting event this winter. The Cherry-T Ball drop is scheduled on New Years Eve 2009. “It will be like Times Square, just bit smaller with a Northern Michigan feel,” jokes Brian Sweebe, one of the organizers of the event. “We are going to have a giant Cherry drop from the sky as the clock strikes midnight,” says Brian.
The 200 block of Front Street, downtown Traverse City will be blocked off at 6:00 pm New Years Eve. The street will be cleared and a stage and tents will be erected. A live band will take the stage at 10:30pm. “We believe this will be a great thing for the restaurant and other businesses downtown,” says Pam Marsh, owner of Red Ginger restaurant. “We normally have a real busy New Years Eve, but the patrons tend to leave downtown early,” continues Pam, “this is a great idea to keep the town exciting throughout the evening.”
The local group of citizens fortunately include Thom Darga, from DargaWorks, the company that is building the structure on the corner of Park and Front streets. “We wanted to drop a giant cherry, much like times square, and we happen to have a very large crane downtown right now,” states Thom. The crane can reach over to the middle of front street and the cherry will drop to the timing of the end of 2009.
“It will be exciting,” says Christal Willcox, promotions director from Classic Rock the Bear and Real Rock 95.5 & 105.1, the radio sponsor for the event, “the biggest hurdle was the dropping of the cherry and with the crane already here, it worked out perfectly.”
Although there is no admission for the event, Goodwill Industries will be onsite collecting can goods and personal hygiene items for the local needy. “We wanted to make sure this was totally a non-profit event and that it will help a local charity,” states Brian, “everything we are doing will be run by volunteers and paid for from donations from the community and sponsors.”
If anyone is interested in helping, donating or just want more information please contact Brian Sweebe at 231-360-8552.
Visit Cherry-T Ball Drop Website >>>>
FRI, August 27 = ALL AGES
SAT, August 28 = 21+
>> BUY ONLINE TICKETS NOW! <<
2010 Traverse City Summer Microbrew & Music Festival Ticket Info:
Two Day Pass, Friday & Saturday (21+) = $50
Friday (All Ages) = $30
Saturday (21+) = $30
Tickets are also available in Traverse City at North Peak, Kilkenny’s, Oryana, GT Resort & Spa and Zamar Guitar. Advance ticket sales are encouraged, as admission will be an additional $5 at the door.
$1 will be added to each ticket as a “Restoration Fee” in support of the Village Lawn and it’s historic arboretum.
Visit Traverse City Microbrew & Music Festival Website >>>>
Two Big Opening Night Films — Focus Features’ “The Kids Are All Right” and The Weinstein Co.’s “Nowhere Boy” to Kick Off Festival
Over 100 Films and Filmmakers Slotted from Countries as Diverse as Iran, Cuba and Vietnam
Opening Night Party
Tuesday, July 27, 2010 | 8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Front Street 200 Block, between Park and Cass Streets, downtown, Rain or Shine
Join your hosts Michael Moore and the rest of the Board of Directors as we personally welcome the filmmakers from around the world to this year’s festival. Be the first to “rub shoulders” with the people who make the movies and who have brought a bit of Hollywood to northern Michigan. We’ll transform Front Street into a world bazaar, with international cuisine provided by local restaurants, as well as world music and other great entertainment. Attendees will have a chance to win a free cruise for two, courtesy of Passageways Travel and Royal Caribbean International! Join us for a film celebration, dance to some great music, and enjoy fabulous local food.
Sponsored by Stella Artois
TRAVERSE CITY July 9, 2010 – Traverse City Film Festival founder Michael Moore has announced the line-up for the 2010 edition of the festival, now in its 6th record-breaking year.
Moore, the Academy Award-winning director of “Bowling for Columbine” and” “Capitalism: A Love Story,” launched the Traverse City Film Festival in 2005 in an aim to bring often-undistributed national and international films to the public in this remote area of Michigan.
The festival will be held from July 27 to August 1.
“You might call this year’s fest a brazen, incendiary celebration of art, and specifically, the art of cinema,” said Moore. “Cinema that is not afraid to take risks, to challenge the conventional wisdom, to move an audience so profoundly that everyone will feel transported to a place where one can think and explore and rebel.”
Held in downtown Traverse City, Michigan on the shores of Lake Michigan’s Grand Traverse Bay, the Traverse City Film Festival is quickly becoming one of the most renowned independent film festivals in the country. It has gained a reputation for attracting the best in independent world cinema.
Along with an assortment of over 100 films, this year’s festival boasts favorites such as an expanded film school schedule, daily free panel discussions, an array of parties and other special events including a series of free films, on a huge outdoor screen set against the beautiful Traverse City waterfront, which has been expanded and will take place Tuesday through Sunday nights.
New to the festival this year, the University of Michigan is teaming up with the Traverse City Film Festival to teach filmmaking and prepare students for jobs in the film industry. In addition, U of M faculty members will serve as moderators, panelists and jurors in the first step toward a broader participation in the film festival.
“Along with realizing our goal of becoming a major international film festival, we now can draw on the educational support of the University of Michigan to lend its expertise to our educational initiatives,” said Moore. “We celebrate great filmmaking, aim to help budding filmmakers on their paths, and also want to offer opportunities for the general public to deepen its appreciation of film.”
Early tickets will go on sale to the 3,000-strong Friends of the Traverse City Film Festival this Sunday, July 11, and then to the general public on
Saturday, July 17.
Visit the Traverse City Film Festival Website >>>>
Ticket Sales open tomorrow SAT 07/18 to the general public, beginning @Noon (Walk-up Only) at our Front Street Cybercafé Box Office!! Plenty of tickets left!! Stop by and see us!
Phone and internet sales begin at 6 pm.
Admission prices to all festival events this year will remain the same as last year:
• Seats to regular movies are $9.00.
For More Information on Tickets, Click Here!
Mazursky, “Julie & Julia,” Woodstock Tribute, Kids Festival among 2009 highlights
The Traverse City Film Festival is gearing up for a really big birthday party, to be celebrated by a cast of thousands. The festival will mark its fifth anniversary July 28 through August 2 on the shores of Lake Michigan.
“It’s amazing that the festival is already five years old,” said film festival founder and Oscar-winning filmmaker Michael Moore. “It seems like it was just yesterday that we had the crazy idea of making Traverse City the home to a major film festival that would bring the best of independent world cinema to northern Michigan. That goal has been fully realized, and along the way we began operating one of the best year-round movie theaters in the world. The festival keeps growing in stature and quality, and that will continue in spades this year.”
Moore has announced some of this year’s highlights among 110 screenings of more than 100 films and shorts to be shown in six venues: a tribute to the life and work of director, writer and actor Paul Mazursky, who will attend; a closing night premiere screening of “Julie & Julia” starring Meryl Streep; the 40th anniversary screening of the newly restored director’s cut of “Woodstock” with Wavy Gravy of Woodstock fame attending; a new TCFF Kids Festival; and the debut of a new TCFF Film School. The full festival schedule will be released July 2.
* The festival kicks off on Tuesday, July 28, with an Opening Night Film at the City Opera House and at the State Theatre, followed by an Opening Night Party in a transformed Wade Trim parking lot at the corner of Park and State Streets. At dusk, “Men in Black” will be shown for free on a giant screen outdoors in Open Space Park on the Bay.
* Paul Mazursky and family will be on hand for this year’s festival Tribute to a filmmaking legend. Mazursky’s filmography includes “Down and Out in Beverly Hills,” “Moscow on the Hudson,” “Harry and Tonto,” “Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice,” “Enemies: A Love Story,” “An Unmarried Woman” and dozens of others. Mazursky will appear at screenings of three of his films and will serve on a panel as well.
* The Closing Night Movie will be the Midwestern premiere of “Julie & Julia.” Starring Meryl Streep as Julia Child, the film also features Amy Adams in writer-director Nora Ephron’s adaptation of two best-selling memoirs: Powell’s “Julie & Julia” and “My Life in France” by Julia Child with Alex Prud’homme. Based on two true stories, the film intertwines the lives of two women separated by time and space.
* The director’s cut of “Woodstock” will be featured during the festival to commemorate the 40th anniversary of one of rock’s most famous events. The film is not only newly restored, but features never-before-seen footage. In conjunction, Wavy Gravy of Woodstock announcer fame will attend and participate in the festival. A documentary about his life, “Saint Misbehavin’,” will be shown, with its director, Michelle Esrick, and producer, David Becker, also attending.
* The TCFF Kids Festival will present award-winning independent children’s films from around the world at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday through Saturday at the State Theatre. Tickets will be reduced in price to $6.
“We have been paying close attention to children’s film festivals this year, looking for the best of the best,” said Moore. “The films we are bringing aren’t the big summer blockbusters that we normally hear about these are great films made for kids that most young people here would never get the chance to see.”
* The Traverse City Film Festival Film School is a another new addition this year, offering a chance for filmmaking students of all ages the opportunity to meet with a different filmmaker each day, who will present one of their films and answer questions. More details will be announced.
* Free Movies in Open Space Park on Grand Traverse Bay will once again be offered nightly at dusk. The lineup begins Tuesday, July 28, with “Men in Black,” followed by “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” on Wednesday, “Hair” on Thursday, “Goonies” on Friday and “Big” with Tom Hanks on Saturday. Sunday will be a makeup date if an earlier screening is rained out.
Food vendors on site at the family movies in Open Space will include That’sa Pizza, House of Dogs, Espresso Bay, Aw…Shucks roasted corn, Why Knot Hot Baked Pretzels, Opa! and American Spoon Foods gelato.
* The festival box office, cybercafe and store will again be located on the main floor of Radio Centre on East Front Street at Park, offering a comfortable place to sit and review the schedule, watch film festival trailers, drink complimentary coffee, and check the Internet and email at computer stations. Festival merchandise will also be sold out of this storefront beginning on July 4.
* Tickets go on sale at the Front Street cybercafe box office to Friends of the Film Festival on Sunday, July 12, at 12 noon on a walk-up basis only. At 6 p.m. that day, Friends my also begin purchasing tickets by phone and online.
* Public ticket sales begin Saturday, July 18, for walk-up only starting at 12 noon. Phone and Internet sales commence at 6 p.m.
* There is still time to sign up as a 2009 Friend and get the 2009 Friend benefits by Clicking Here. Membership in the 2009 Friends organization is open until tickets go on sale to the public on July 18, the day 2009 benefits expire and registration opens for 2010 Friends. Friends who sign up for 2010 by 12 noon on closing day are eligible for a drawing for festival prizes and other prizes on closing night. And Friends who renew for 2010 before the end of September 2009 can join at the original Friend rates. Friends membership rates double in cost on October 2, 2009.
* Admission prices to all festival events will remain the same as last year. Tickets to regular movies are $9. Opening and closing night films are $25, with opening and closing night parties ticketed separately at $50. Friends of the Traverse City Film Festival get half off opening and closing night party tickets, according to their benefit level. Tickets are available in advance and during the festival. During festival week, credit cards will be accepted at all venues for box tickets, merchandise and concessions for the first time.
* Daily morning panel discussions featuring film industry guests and Michael Moore will be presented at no charge at 9:30 a.m. in the City Opera House. The panel schedule will be announced in early July.
* Downtown merchants will be invited to participate in a film festival window display contest this year, with prizes to be awarded for board and fan favorites.
* Movie screenings will be held at 12 noon, 3, 6 and 9 p.m. at the State Theatre, the City Opera House, the Old Town Playhouse, Lars Hockstad Auditorium, and Milliken Auditorium at the Dennos Museum Center, along with midnight movies in the evenings and kids movies in the mornings at the State.
* The Children’s House will offer low-cost, licensed childcare for festivalgoers Wednesday through Sunday. Interested parents should visit www.traversechildrenshouse.org/filmfest.asp for more information, to offer comments, or make reservations.
* Sponsorships are available to companies, groups and individuals interested in supporting the festival while receiving perks like attendance at the pre-festival Founders Party on July 26, early admittance to all festival screenings, green room access at sponsored screenings and fifth anniversary festival sponsor wear. Sponsorships begin for as little as $250 for a quarter movie sponsorship, and go to $10,000 for sponsorship of an entire venue. To find out more, phone 231-392-1134 or email terry@traversecityfilmffestival.org.
* As always, it takes a village of volunteers to run the festival. Volunteer by yourself, with friends and family, or with a group of friends or co-workers. To sign up, Click Here.
* Recycling efforts are being stepped up again this year as the festival aims for a true zero waste goal. All cups and plates at concessions will be recyclable in addition to other paper products.
Visit Traverse City Film Festival Website >>>>
The Food Network looks at the success of the Grand Traverse Pie Co., a bakery and cafe which started in Traverse City, MI, by Mike and Denise Busley, and has grown to more than 16 stores in the Midwest.
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Our Victorian style hotel is nestled on the sandy beach of Michigan’s West Grand Traverse Bay and offers the best of all you love about Traverse City - a great waterfront location and only a stroll away from the charm of downtown Traverse City, with its diverse dining, shopping and nightlife. Our accommodations include Bayfront Rooms, Spa Rooms and Suites all with gorgeous views of the beach and the Bay or choose from the more economical Bayview and Standard Rooms. Either way, you can’t go wrong in one of Bayshore Resort’s immaculately clean, smoke-free rooms.
Bayshore Resort
833 East Front Street
Traverse City, MI 49686
1-800-634-4401
bayshore@bayshore-resort.com
The Grand Beach Resort Hotel is an inviting 97-unit beach front resort which is situated on over 300 feet of sugar sand beach on East Grand Traverse Bay, Traverse City, Michigan. Over 300 Feet of Sugar Sand Beach * Private Balconies * Heated Indoor Swimming Pool * Heated Indoor Spa * Complimentary Continental Breakfast * In-Room Refrigerators * HBO & In-Room VCRs * In-Room Coffee * High Speed Wireless Internet Connection
Grand Beach Resort Hotel
1683 US-31 North
Traverse City, MI 49686
1.800.968.1992
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The Sugar Beach Resort Hotel is located on beautiful East Grand Traverse Bay. With a large sugar sand beach, friendly staff and deluxe accommodations, this is a perfect vacation destination for families of any size. - Over 300 Feet of Sugar Sand Beach * Private Balconies * Heated Indoor Swimming Pool * Heated Indoor Spa * Complimentary Continental Breakfast * In-Room Refrigerators * HBO & In-Room VCRs * In-Room Coffee * High Speed Wireless Internet Connection
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel
1773 U.S. 31 North
Traverse City, MI 49686
1.800.509.1995
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Website >>>
Pointes North Beachfront Resort Hotel is located on the beautiful shores of East Grand Traverse Bay in Traverse City. You’ll find no better place to relax and unwind in any season. Spacious rooms featuring two person whirlpool tubs, private balcony or patio and breathtaking panoramic views of the beach and East Grand Traverse Bay. Every room is right on the beach with a breathtaking panoramic view of Grand Traverse Bay * Private Terrace * Jacuzzi Whirlpool * Mini-Kitchen * Queen or King Size Bed * Queen Sleeper Sofa * TV with VCR/DVD Player * High Speed Wireless * Complimentary Continental Breakfast * 300 feet of Sandy Beach * Heated Bayside Pool
Pointes North Beachfront Resort Hotel
2211 U.S. 31 North
Traverse City, MI 49686
1-800-968-342
Pointes North Beachfront Resort Hotel Website >>>
The North Shore Inn is a charming New England style condominium hotel on Grand Traverse Bay. With a picturesque beachfront setting with a private 200′ sandy beach, outdoor heated pool and sundeck, and 26 spacious luxury 1 and 2 bedroom units with completely equipped kitchens and sleeping up to 5-6 people, the North Shore Inn offers a perfect setting to enjoy the four- season beauty of the Grand Traverse region. The hotel is centrally located and convenient to dining, shopping, golf, snowmobiling, skiing, two nearby gambling casinos and numerous award-winning wineries. In the off-season, reduced weekend and mid-week packages are featured, as well as AAA and senior citizen discounts.
North Shore Inn
2305 US 31 North
Traverse City, MI 49686
1 800 968- 2365
northshoreinn@charterinternet.com
