Event Calendar
From Aug 22nd through the 29th in Traverse City, Michigan the Third Coast Bicycle Festival will offer something for every bicycle enthusiast.
Whether you’re a triathlete, a fixed gear rider, a USCF road racer, a weekend tourer, a cyclocross racer, or just love to be outside riding your bike with your family you’ll find plenty of cool events throughout the week.
On Saturday afternoon you won’t want to miss the thrilling curb-to-curb races of the 3rd Annual Cherry Roubaix Criterium Road Races just two blocks from downtown. Hell Yes Roller Sprints and a Cyclocross Race will be later in the evening at the 2nd Annual TC Microbrew and Music Festival held on the lawn at The Grand Traverse Commons.
But there’s lots lots more – bicycle art, trackstand and polo competitions, a bicycle film night, and lots and lots of great local organized rides. You’ll need another week of vacation just to rest up from all this excitement. Information is available at www.tcbikefest.org but stop back often as we add more information about the events. See ya in August!
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Downtown Traverse City gives back during this one day promotion. Shop at participating stores and donate 15% of your purchase price to the non-profit organization of your choice!
For every purchase you make at the participating stores, 15% of the sale will be donated to the organization of your choice!
It’s that easy to support your favorite nonprofit, plus get a jump on your holiday shopping! Support your favorite organization on Saturday, November 14, 2009, just by shopping Downtown!
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9th Annual Great Macaroni & Cheese Bake-Off
November 28, 11am-5pm
Tickets on sale now!
Classic comfort food is at its best at the Great Macaroni & Cheese Bake-Off! Join the Wineries of Old Mission Peninsula as they host 14 local restaurants and chefs who have been challenged to turn the classic comfort dish of macaroni and cheese into a culinary marvel!
You’ll enjoy gourmet macaroni and cheese samples expertly paired with Old Mission Peninsula wines, plus a souvenir wine glass and plate. Vote for your favorites in four categories: Most Unique, Cheesiest, Best with White Wine and People’s Choice.
Participating restaurants include: Aerie, Auntie Pasta’s, Blue Tractor, The Boathouse, Catch Island Grill, Chez Peres, Flying Bowl, Jolly Pumpkin, Lil Bo, Old Mission Peninsula General Store, Peninsula Market, Phil’s On Front, Poppycock’s and Travino.
Tickets are $20 and on sale now at www.chateauchantal.com or by calling Peninsula Cellars at 231.933.9787. This event has sold out every year in the past, so be sure to buy your tickets early!
Michael Moore, renowned director of the movie SiCKO, has chosen the village of Bellaire, Michigan, to host the US premiere of his new film, Capitalism: A Love Story. The premiere is a fundraiser for the Antrim County’s Democratic Party.
There will be wonderful brunch type food at the first Lulu’s party and delicious lunch type food at the second Lulu’s party.
The Shorts Brewing Co. party will feature 4 of their beers on tap (Your ticket will include one beer or soda. The rest will be cash bar) There will also be hardy appetizers with ice tea and water.
For further information email sally@hannert.com or call 231.533.6550.
1st Party, Lulu’s Bistro, 11:00AM
1st Showing, Bellaire Theatre, 1:00PM
2nd Party, Lulu’s Bistro, 2:30PM
2nd Showing, Bellaire Theatre, 4:30PM
Afterglow, Short’s Brewing Co., 6:00PM
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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 the Traverse City region. The event features the wineries of the Leelanau Peninsula, Old Mission Peninsula and Traverse City paired with the spectacular array of arts this area is home to.
Wine
Wineries from the Leelanau and Old Mission Peninsulas and Traverse City will be pouring red & white wines and hard cider. We will offer full glass pours this year we will expand our offerings of one ticket wines. We will also have tasting tickets for sale to encourage attendees to taste a bit more of what our region has to offer.
Art
Art Center Traverse City, Crystal Lake Art Center and The Leelanau Community Cultural Center in Leland have joined forces with the Traverse City Wine & Art Festival to feature the work of over 60 renowned regional artists for show and sale.
Food
10 local restaurants will feature their cuisine for additional purchase at the festival.
Music
Larry McCray –Legendary Michigan blues musician.
May Erlewine and Seth Bernard – renowned Michigan-based folk artists.
Greg Nagy – Michigan blues phenom.
Song of the Lakes Trio – Great Lakes world music.
Tickets
Tickets are available for purchase online here and at participating wineries. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. You may also wish to view Lodging Packages offered by area hotels, motels, resorts and rental companies. Each tickets includes:
Entry to the festival, music and entertainment for the duration, your commemorative wine glass and 2 full glass wine tickets. Once again we will offer 2 and 3 ticket premium wines, and we will expand our offering of single glass wines in 2010.
Tickets ordered for the Traverse City Wine & Art Festival will NOT be shipped. All tickets ordered online are to be picked up at will call on the day of the event. While tickets for all of our events are non-refundable we can transfer them into another name. Just notify us with the original purchasers name and the name that they will be picked up under.
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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.
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The Conference on Michigan’s Future: Energy, Economy & Environment 2009 explores visions of a sustainable future; critical challenges facing the economy; and strategies for developing a stable, enduring economic, energy and environmental future.
The conference program includes multiple focus areas:
- Economic Crisis, Instability and Uncertainty
- Energy Production: Past, Present & Future
- Coal and Oil Supply Limits (Peak Oil, Peak Coal)
- Electricity Generation Challenges & Strategies
- Transportation and Automotive Opportunities
- Building Construction for High Energy Efficiency
- Climate Change, Impacts and Future Scenarios
- Food Systems, Sustainable Local & Regional
- Increasing Resilience for Community, Business & Government
The conference features forty speakers providing high-powered, cutting-edge presentations.
Highlighted presenters include Robert Costanza, Albert Bates, Thomas Greco, Richard Douthwaite, Patrick Moore, Harvey Wasserman, Richard Gilbert, Soji Adelaja, Joe Welch, and Dan Scripps.
In depth presenters include Bryn Davidson, Chris Mi, Dave Ball, Michael Klepinger, Rich Wells, Kim Hill, Sally Talberg, Mark Wiitanen, Leslie Glustrom, Richard Barclay, David Ronk, Wayne Kuipers, Jeff Mayes, David Gard, Dawn Moncrief, Patty Cantrell, Chris Bedford, Chad Laurent, Tom Brandstetter, Peter Sinclair, Thaddeus Owen, Mark Bauer, Aaron Wissner, Megan Quinn Bachman, and Michael Brownlee.
Full List of Presenters
Complete Tentative Agenda
You are invited to join the conversation at the Conference on Michigan’s Future.
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National Writers Series & Porterhouse Productions present
> AN EVENING WITH MARIO BATALI <
Featuring World-Famous Mixologist Bridget Albert &
Renowned Magician & MC Billy Harris
Saturday, August 14, 2010 | 5-10 PM
On the Historic Front Lawn at The Village at
Grand Traverse Commons in Traverse City, MI
Buy Your Tickets Now!
Tickets include all entertainment and 10 different dishes inspired by Mario Batali’s cookbooks. Cash bar will feature wines from Leelanau and Old Mission Peninsulas, local beer from North Peak Brewery, and a special “231 Harvest” signature drink made with GT Distillery vodka created by mixologist Bridget Albert.
Ticket Information
> Tier 1 = $99.00
> Tier 2 = $75.00
> Tier 3 = $50.00
> Tier 4 = $35.00
(ticket level tiers reflect proximity to event stage)
> Limited VIP 8-Top Tables in Tier 1 are Available for Special Table Sponsorship. First Come, First Served. For more information, contact Joanne Sanborn at 231-276-0009 or 231-668-2858. Email inquiries to Joanne Sanborn at woodedview@charter.net
Kenny Loggins - 8 p.m. - Kresge Auditorium
Singer-songwriter Kenny Loggins possesses an instantly recognizable musical voice. For more than three decades, he has spoken volumes with its warmth and directness – from Loggins & Messina classics like “Danny’s Song” to solo tracks such as “Celebrate Me Home” and the Grammy-winning “This Is It.”
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For the third time in five years a record field (111 players) will take to Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa’s signature Mountain Ridge course for the Michigan Women’s Open, August 3-5. Now entering its seventh year at Crystal Mountain, the Michigan Women’s Open had record turnouts in 2005 and 2007 but this year’s field will eclipse those milestones by nearly 20 players. Six former winners will pursue their share of a $40,000 purse in this year’s 54-hole championship. Live scoring for the Michigan PGA Women’s Open will be available at www.crystalmountain.com for all three rounds.
Looking for a unique tournament experience? We’re offering two great options for golfers and fans that want to be a part of the action.
Michigan Women’s Open Lodging Special - Rates from $129* per room!
Don’t miss a moment of the action on the golf course! Stay with us at Crystal and take in all three rounds of the Michigan Women’s Open. Special lodging only rates in hotel accommodations start at just $139* per room Friday and Saturday (July 31 & August 1) and from $129* per room Sunday through Wednesday (August 2-5).
Call 800-968-7686 ext. 5100 to book now!
*Rates are per night, based on double occupancy in hotel accommodations. Taxes and service fee are additional. Subject to availability.
Michigan Women’s Open Pro-Am July 31-August 2
Play 36 holes of golf and mix and mingle with some of the nation’s top female golfers in this popular annual event.
View details and register online >>
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Elk Rapids Harbor Days celebration has been a popular event in northern Michigan for over 50 years. Families of all ages can enjoy the abundant activities provided throughout the 4-day event.
The entertainment begins on Wednesday evening with the much-anticipated Evening On River Street. Enjoy a street fair atmosphere with a cornucopia of sights and sounds to satisfy your appetite for food, music and entertainment.
The days following include activities geared to the young and old alike, sandcastle building, outstanding musical entertainment, delicious food at the Community Dinner, a carnival, Kids Day activities and so much more.
The Harbor Days celebration culminates on Saturday with a parade down the streets of town with local dignitaries, floats, bands, and of course Miss Elk Rapids! 
Enjoy the rest of the day participating in all of the events and then wind down for the evening in time to watch the fireworks display.
Harbor Days is traditionally known to have one of the best fireworks displays in northern Michigan, provided by world famous Zambelli’s pyrotechnics. Imagine relaxing on the beach or your boat after a busy day and watching the dazzling array of fireworks lighting up the evening sky and reflecting into the water below. Your donation will help keep the Elk Rapids fireworks the best.
Elk Rapids Harbor Days is a small town celebration with a big reputation in northern Michigan; make it a part of your summer plans! Events & Activities for 2009 may include community dinner, paddlebuoy races, harborun, parade, fireworks, cherry bake-off, diaper derby, toddler trot, harbor hoops, pet show, pillo polo, sandcastle building, senior luncheon, senior bingo, carnival, musical entertainment, movie in the park, kid’s day, bake sale, dunk tank, kids water ball, fireman’s waterball, penny scramble, and more
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To kick off our growing success as a culinary hot spot, Chef Nancy Allen will conduct our first of three summer cooking courses on June 20th. This is a great opportunity to bring a friend and learn from a master chef, all in the midst of our gorgeous winery environment! Call us now for reservations, 800-969-4009 or book online at www.chateauchantal.com.
June 20, 3pm-6pm, Pan Sauces: Sauce just makes everything taste better! It guarantees a vibrant spark with old favorite dishes like chicken or fish. Don’t settle for carryout when you’re hurried and hungry. In this class you’ll discover the secrets to preparing quick, restaurant-style meals in a sauté pan. Dishes like Chicken Marsala, Salmon with beurre blanc and Shrimp in Thai coconut curry will add elegance and style to your cooking repertoire. Cost is $75 per person.
July 18, 3pm-6pm, Herbal Magic: Herbs are the seasonings that will nudge your cooking—and your health—to a higher level. Learn how to work with demonstrative and non-demonstrative herbs—where and how to use them, how to pair them—and their healing properties. This demo/hands-on class is chock full of new techniques for using and infusing herbs into dishes like: Pasta with basil butter and mashed potatoes with fines herbs oil, Moroccan herb paste chicken baked in parchment, Fresh herb summer rolls with chive vinaigrette and Strawberries with tarragon-infused cream. Cost is $75 per person.
August 8, 3pm-6pm, Food From a French Summer Garden: No culture knows how to satisfy all the senses better than the French. Their chefs are the masters of technique. Learn the secrets of quick and fresh summer garden cooking with this class. Afterwards, you’ll be able to improvise warm weather meals from your own garden or the farmer’s market. You’ll learn techniques for efficient cutting, poaching, fish braised in lettuce, sautés, small “crudités” salads, working with French green lentils and more. Cost is $75 per person.
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