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Sexy is Back in Old Town Lindsey Hale is bringing sexy back to Old Town with Modus45 2.0. We can attest if you put in the work attending exercise classes at her new Union St. studio, a body by Modus45 is a sexy one. Along the way, you’ll meet amazing women who will become fast friends. What is Modus45? Traverse City native Megan Madion transformed local women’s workouts when she launched her Modus45 method of exercise in a hip studio adjacent to her then home on Sixth St. With Megan’s endless energy and passion, it was an instant success, not to mention the amazing results. She created an entire movement of Modus maidens, including Lindsey. Officially hooked, Lindsey became a teacher in 2015. We can finally be social and in person again now that Megan has passed the torch to Lindsey. 406 S. Union St., modus45.com. MICHAEL POEHLMAN PHOTOGRAPHY
Front & Center There is saying: “Don’t settle for a spark. Wait for the wildfire!” For Dean Sparks, owner of Sparks BBQ, it rings true. He was just a spark back in 2016 starting his humble food truck as a homegrown BBQ dad. As the sparks—and time—flew, he launched a small location. His BBQ empire grew, fanning the flames of success, and he opened a restaurant in 2017 on the corner of Cass and Front. Now he’s lighting up late nights in Traverse City with entertainment in a venue he’s named Encore 201. With its second-floor windows overlooking Front St. and an impressive live lineup of acts to discover, it looks like the recipe for a smoking hot night out. On the website you’ll find a calendar of music in all genres, D.J.s for dancing, a little comedy, and a few surprises. Encore 201 can hold 128 people, so bring your friends! Events are ticketed or cover charges are applied. At the bar, mixologists are serving up top-shelf craft cocktails. It’s mostly standing room only with tables and bar stools for early birds. 201 E. Front St. Traverse City www.encore201.club
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MAY/JUNE 2022 | BAYLIFE MAGAZINE
