Traverse City, Michigan – Travel and Lodging

Food For Thought – Green Cuisine – July 16, 2014

Green Cuisine is Michigan’s first zero waste event and an expression of our mission to “raise awareness around just and sustainable food systems” and our best effort to promote the best in local food and sustainable business practices. Visitors will be able to meet and sample the works of local food and beverage artisans, tour Food For Thought’s organic farm and green buildings as well as socialize, learn and have fun in a beautiful setting. We also have a “green lifestyles” tent where you can learn about other green local products and services.

In line with that philosophy, this is a “zero-waste” event. As in all things sustainable, “zero-waste” is a process, not a destination. The goal is for all the waste generated from the event to be either reusable, recyclable or compostable. In year’s past we’ve had up to 1000 visitors and generated less than 7 ounces of waste! We accomplish this, in part, by composting 100% of our food and paper waste here on the farm. By attending you can observe all our other green tricks we perfected over the years.

It’s free! This is important to us because Green Cuisine is about promoting our partners in the local food and lifestyle businesses. All our artisans volunteer their time and a lot of their product to make this happen. So in exchange we do require your contact information in order that we can share that with the “vendors and sponsors only.” In addition we have some generous underwriters that help us cover part of the cost. Food For Thought picks up the balance. Please consider helping us out with a donation if you are able to do so. You will be given a name badge at the event identifying you as a sponsor so that we can thank you personally.
Please, No Pets!!

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The Homestead – Music on the Mountain – Kyle Jennings – July 17, 2014

American singer/songwriter Kyle Jennings arrived on the music scene in 2004 when his album “Shine” was released with Dark Horse Records in Nashville. Out of the box, Jennings’ music made an aggressive first impression likely due to cross-genre rock influences of his early youth, such as Journey, Bon Jovi, Bruce Springsteen, and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. A gritty mix of Americana, Rock, Country, and Blues marble Jennings’ musical style.

Tickets: $15 in advance; $20 at the event. Special ticket packages also available: $39 for your choice of 3 or $55 for all 5 Music on the Mountain concerts.

Call 231.334.5100 to reserve.

Transportation to the top of Bay Mountain begins at 6 p.m.

In the event of inclement weather, concerts will be held inside Mountain Flowers Lodge.

Good friends, a great view, and some incredible live music await you during The Homestead’s 2014 Music on the Mountain Summer Concert Series.

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Crystal Mountain – Farm-to-Table Dining Series – June 18 – 19, 2021


Our Farm-to-Table dining series brings the fresh flavors of northern Michigan to the Thistle Pub & Grille the third weekend of each month, May through September.

Our chefs work with local farms, making personal visits to many of them, to build a custom three-course menu.

Our Farm-to-Table series is a clear example of Crystal Mountain’s commitment to the sustainability of the local food movement and the role that our restaurants play in it.

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Ride Around Torch Tour – Elk Rapids – July 20, 2014


The Ride Around Torch is an annual one-day 26, 63, or 100 mile bicycle tour primarily along the scenic shores of Torch Lake, Michigan’s longest and one of its most beautiful inland lakes with unusually clear, bright turquoise hued waters. Several villages and hamlets lie along the lake’s shore including Alden, Eastport, Clam River and Torch River. You will enjoy a recreational, social tour that is neither a race nor a test of strength although the very hilly 100 mile route can be a challenge.

The 26 mile ride is an out and back around the north end of Elk Lake through Torch River to the food stop at Crystal Beach Park. Same hills and flats of the other routes only less.

Our signature 63 mile ride circles Torch Lake passing through Eastport, Clam River, Alden and Torch River with hills, flats, scenic views and multiple food stops.

The 100 mile ride is a challenging century with the rolling shoreline of Torch Lake, extreme hills and then some. Racing clusters are not recommended.

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Glen Arbor BBQ and Brew Summer Celebration – June 20, 2015

Glen Arbor, Michigan’s annual salute to the beginning of summer, with delicious local fare and the best of Northern Michigan micro-brews!

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WHEN | The 2015 Glen Lake BBQ and Brew Summer Celebration will be the on the third Saturday in June each year. This year it falls on Saturday June 20th 2015, with a run time from 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm.

WHAT | Glen Arbor area’s annual celebration, saluting the beginning of summer. A gathering of Michigan micro-breweries, BBQ food and other great small plates from local food purveyors. In addition to craft beer, lots of great drink options, non-alcoholic beverages, and a Wine table! There will be Live Entertainment throughout the event, a dining tent to eat, socialize & enjoy the music. This is a family-friendly event located just a short walk from Lake Michigan and your favorite Glen Lake shops, restaurants, galleries and recreation.

WHERE | At the corner of M-22 and Lake Street, in the center of downtown Glen Arbor, Michigan.

1 – 4:00pm will be great music and prize giveaways by The Brew Crew during their onsite live broadcast of ROCK 105 and THE BEAR 98.1. From 4-8pm The Rick Hick’s Band returns from Muskegon to provide a flavorful mix of Blues and Motown.

2:30 – 4:30pm | KIDS ACTIVITIES! The Painted Lady Face Art coming for the kids. Other fun kid/adult games/activities will be available, like Corn Hole + more.

4:30 – 5:30pm | What will you win at the LIVE AUCTION???

• Authenticated M-22 Sign • Weber “Summit” S-240 Gas Grill from Northwoods Hardware
• 30 x 40 Photographic Canvas Print by Life on the 45th Parallel Photography • Charter Fishing Trip for 6 from the Sportsman Shop • 2 Night Condo stay at The Homestead • Dining Packages from Blu, La Becasse, and Trattoria Funistrada • Golf, Dine + Stay at The Homestead
• Recreation Package from Crystal River Outfitters • Leelanau Wine Trail Packages
• Pelz full-day Golf Clinic • Ski Lift Tickets for 4 at Bay Mountain • 2 Nights at The Sylvan Inn & Gift Basket

DELICIOUS BBQ & OTHER FARE | Participating local restaurants and purveyors of fine food from:

Art’s Tavern • Firedog Artisan Pizza • Pleva’s meatsGabe’s meats

Cherry RepublicJoe’s Friendly Tavern Nate’s Best Kettle Corn

DRINKS | Craft beer from various Michigan Micro-breweries in addition to selections at our Wine Table, plus N/A choices from Bay Lavender and the Cherry Republic. Michigan Breweries include:

Bells BreweryBrewery Terra FirmaFounders Brewing CoRight Brain Brewery

New Holland Brewing CoCheyboygan Brewing CoShortsand more!

ADMISSION | Admission is $15 per person, which includes an all-day wrist band and four tickets to use toward the purchase of beverages. Food Vendors will be collecting cash for small or larger plates ranging from $5 to about $8. Children under 12 are FREE, and a reduced rate for youth ages 13-20.

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Crystal Mountain – Family Carnival and Fireworks – July 3, 2019

Crystal Mountain - Family Carnival and Fireworks

Bring the entire family and join us as we convert Crystal Mountain into “Main Street USA” and celebrate our country’s independence in good old fashioned red, white and blue style!

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Inflatable Obstacle Course and Human Hamster Balls | 4 – 10pm
Race your friends and family with these fun inflatables!

Chairlift Rides with Live Entertainment | 5-9pm
Enjoy panoramic views of three counties and top-of-the-mountain attractions including live musical entertainment.

Family Carnival | 5-9pm
Bring the family and join in the fun at Crystal’s annual old fashioned carnival! Carnival highlights include games, petting zoo, bounce house, food, live entertainment and more. Carnival is held outdoors on the slope side lawn of the Lodge.

Fireworks over Crystal Mountain | At Dusk
Enjoy Crystal Mountain’s spectacular fireworks show over the mountain. Free to everyone! Bring your blankets and chairs, relax on the slope side lawn and watch the fireworks shoot over the mountain beginning at dusk.

Time: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location: Crystal Clipper

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