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substance. He is the “ultimate con job.”

Hopefully Americans will realize Trump’s lies and “dump the Trump!”

John Hewett, Traverse City

Voter Verification Necessary

The letter from a few issues back claiming that Republicans are trying to suppress the vote is so full of hyperbolic misrepresentation that I must respond. I have no idea what the writer is talking about when he says that the Supreme Court “knocked the teeth out of the Voting Rights Act.” It did nothing of the sort, unless you like no controls or verification on voting.

But wait, that’s exactly what Democrats want; they practically invented vote fraud and election stealing. Remember Tammany Hall? Cook County? The Jim Crow South?

There is nothing wrong, let alone unconstitutional, about requiring potential voters to prove who they are, and government-issued photo ID is the best and easiest way to do it. Courts are wrong to keep claiming that such requirements unduly burden some downtrodden minority or ethnic group. I’ll bet those downtrodden have no trouble producing ID to buy liquor, get on an airplane, or apply for government benefits.

letters Parking Column Exactly Wrong

[Express columnist] Tom Kachadurian, a Peninsula Township resident, complains that he has to pay too much for parking in downtown TC so he simply parks in one of the neighborhoods and then walks from there to enjoy one of the free city parks.

Last year the city’s taxpayers subsidized the parking system to the tune of about $120,000. Next year’s projected subsidy is over $500,000. Evidently, Mr. Kachadurian believes that along with the park he enjoys at the expense of the city’s residents he should also get his parking further paid for by us.

Mr, Kachadurian’s argument that the city is doing itself a disservice by charging too much for parking is likewise pretty thin. It is pretty difficult to find a space to park on the street downtown during business hours. Likewise, vacancies within the downtown properties are almost nil. Downtown is clearly booming.

Mr. Kachadurian has the parking situation downtown exactly backwards. The city should be looking at raising parking rates, not lowering them, to better reflect the demand for parking, and to raise revenue so the city’s residents can stop subsidizing the downtown merchants and business owners.

Mike Grant, Traverse City

Sad Goodbye

It is sad to hear that long-time 13th Circuit ADR Clerk and Deputy Court Administrator Julie Arends is resigning. She has done an outstanding job for Grand Traverse County.

As Chair of the Grand Traverse-LeelanauAntrim Bar Association’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee, I worked extensively with Ms Arends. She was a loyal and dedicated professional employee of Grand Traverse County. She will be missed.

Lee Hornberger, Traverse City

Cherryland Solar Policy Bad News

Cherryland Electric Cooperative (CEC) has established a new policy on the valuation of residential solar energy production that will effectively stop all new installations of solar within their service area. The policy becomes effective on November 1 and could be copied by other Michigan utilities, further preventing any additional solar projects by homeowners throughout the state.

CEC is using flawed logic and misinformation to promote their new policy as fair and “market based.”

The policy is anti-renewable energy, specifically aimed at solar power. CEC is neglecting to tell its members that existing residential solar installations within their territory are privately financed and cost their non-solar customers virtually nothing, while providing their neighbors on the CEC grid clean, carbon emission-free energy.

Cutting early voting and restricting absentee voting are good ideas; they reduce the chance for fraud or just plain error. So does prohibiting same-day registration; anybody so irresponsible as to wait until election day to register should not be voting anyway.

I defy the writer to name one polling place closed by Republicans to suppress some group’s vote, and prove that the putative suppression worked to win an election.

Banning straight-ticket voting might make people think, instead of just mindlessly pulling the lever. Isn’t that a good idea, thinking before voting?

Charles Knapp, Maple City

Three WRC Leaders

The policy can be reversed and tabled by CEC, setting an example for other Michigan utilities to follow. Please let your utility know how you feel.

Tuttle Was Right About Trump

Mary Lee, Jo, and Juliette are all remarkable women in their own right, and each has brought something different to the table. Understandably, with each shift in leadership, change occurred. This was partly due to different leadership styles, partly mandated by changing funding sources, and partly due to fresh perspectives that a change at the top brings.

Like a salesman I once knew said, “I can baffle them with bulls---.” Trump is big on catchy sayings and slogans but, short on

Mary Lee, Jo and Juliette share a deep commitment to serving victims of domestic violence. But they each went about it in their own way. Mary Lee’s background was in nursing and social services. She focused on the counseling and housing needed by these most vulnerable. As an attorney, Jo’s focus was on law enforcement and breaking

I agree with columnist Stephen Tuttle that “Donald Trump is the least informed, thinnest skinned and most temperamentally unsuited of any potential president in memory.”

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Wildfire...........................................................10 Get Social at the Super Swirl..............................13 Seen.................................................................14 Twists and Turns...........................................15 Maureen Abood’s Hot Weather Treats...............16 Great Beach Reads............................................17 Gaijin..............................................................25 Seen..............................................................26 Summer Steps...............................................28

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True vote suppression is the winnertake-all electoral vote count. If the States apportioned their electoral votes according to House district results, except for the two for Senators, each person’s vote would be reflected better.

CEC created this policy without member input despite the fact that the public overwhelmingly supports solar power as a viable clean energy alternative. Why wouldn’t Michigan utilities also embrace this support, rather than introducing challenges to its implementation?

Philip Loud, Northport

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I had the honor of serving on the Board of the Women’s Resource Center for the Grand Traverse region for 11 years, first with executive director Mary Lee Lord, then with Jo Bullis. Juliette Schultz and I served together before my term expired.

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down barriers to enforcement of domestic violence laws. Juliette’s background is in communication and business, and with the board’s encouragement, she has been shoring up the agency’s finances and creating a solid support base by effectively communicating the agency’s message. The time is right for a leader with Juliette’s skill set: The agency has a strong mission, but without assurances of future funding, the mission could not continue. Juliette has built on the strong foundation laid by Mary Lee and Jo and exceeded expectations. The proof? A financially strong agency that continues its focus on ending the cycle of domestic violence.

Rachel Brochert Roe, Traverse City

No To Tuttle, Clinton

[Columnist] Tuttle’s liberal bias is well known among Express readers. I have gone to fact check and noted it’s liberal bias, too.

He week after week pounces on Trump and glosses over the escapades of Hillaryious Clinton. Let’s check the facts.

Don’t forget Benghazi or her famous taco bowl remark about Mexicans or her 33,000 e-mails which have endangered national security. I know it is election season and Mr. Tuttle must keep up his rhetoric to appease his fans, but don’t you think equal time should be given Mr. Trump? Stephen Tuttle’s shtick is as fresh as outdated chicken and is just as dangerous. Really Steve, you need some fresh material. Be a commentator, not a common tater!

David Guillen, Traverse City

Cooperate With Solar

I accept the reality of man-made climate change. I believe dramatic changes are necessary to avert serious damage to our planet, and feel compelled to do what I can to reduce my contribution to our dependence on fossil fuels. Due to these concerns, our household purchased a rooftop solar system.

These systems are costly, and to its credit, our federal government recognizes the importance of solar by providing a tax credit to households that install rooftop systems.

Yet there is considerable nationwide controversy among utility companies surrounding residential solar. Some utility providers believe residential solar customers do not pay their fair share, a belief not borne out by calculations that incorporate actual costs of energy produced from nonrenewable sources, which must include the human and environmental damage caused by burning fossil fuels.

The net metering policy to be implemented

by Cherryland Electric Cooperative on November 1, 2016 illustrates this mistaken belief by effectively penalizing residential solar customers. I understand it is complex to determine how to fairly compensate residential solar power producers in a rapidly changing energy environment.

I know utilities have long-term contracts and commitments that make it difficult to adopt new technologies. However, when a utility procures energy for which they incurred no infrastructure costs, as in the case of household rooftop solar, it seems shortsighted to penalize those who have

opted to become more environmentally responsible by purchasing such a system.

There are better solutions if we all work together. Let’s put “cooperative” back into the co-op system!

SAVE OUR DOWNTOWN’S CHARTER AMENDMENT IS BAD GOVERNMENT

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By Mary Keyes Rogers

Janis Rygwelski M.D., Northport

Join The International (Fair) Solar Movement

I am a resident of Leelanau County and Melbourne, Australia and a Cherryland customer. As a grandfather, I want my eight grandchildren to live on a planet with “normal” weather. As a responsible citizen, I want to do my part to alleviate climate change.

CO2 emissions are major contributors to atmospheric pollution. Internationally, utilities are beginning a transition to distributed power generation. In South Australia, 40 percent is already generated by renewable energy. Distributed energy production not only enables utilities to close coal plants but also to benefit from lower cost energy sourced close to their customers.

Consumer-owned solar installations save utilities money because capital costs are paid by the consumer. Not as much power is lost because it is produced close to the customer.

Cherryland wants to penalize home solar power producers by paying them at the rate they pay for wholesale power produced by centralized coal plants. This is inequitable because this power is cheap due to high government subsidies, governmentguaranteed returns on investments and capital costs which have long been paid for. Home solar owners seek a fair price for their power production equivalent to the utility’s rate of return. This is 8 to 9 cents a kilowatt hour, not the 4 cents Cherryland is proposing.

If Cherryland persists with its low net metering proposal, it will not only discourage homeowner adoption of renewable energy but also contribute to our future climate change impact.

Peter Wolcott, Northport

Good Samaratin

Friends and family members drove to your beautiful “city on the bays” the first Saturday of July (as we’ve done for several years) to view the Blue Angels and the evening fireworks. Between these two events, we usually find a place to eat and sit down to enjoy a meal. This year we chose the Cracker Barrel and were not disappointed.

As we stood in line to pay, we were behind a casually dressed, middle-aged gentleman in a t-shirt, shorts, and baseball cap. We could not help but overhear his conversation with the cashier as he insisted on paying for the meals of several veterans he had met during his meal. We were impressed by this unassuming gentleman who went out of his way to honor those patriots he had only just met after. Could it be something in your water that compels people to extend generosity to strangers? Random acts of kindness tend to unite us. He is, indeed, an inspiration to us all.

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James Koshmider, Cadillac

Traverse City’s anti-tall building group, “Save Our Downtown,” presents residents with a charter amendment that is bad government and undermines the very principles of our constitutional republic. While too few citizens do anything more than bellow from bar stools, I do applaud their passionate engagement in local government. But the spirit of this charter amendment is in pointed conflict with the basis of our country’s fundamental belief in a representative government elected by the voters.

A quick history lesson: Around 500 BC, the Greeks “invented” a voting system where each eligible (sorry, ladies and slaves) citizen casts their individual vote on each and every issue that came before them. A simple aye or nay by each citizen created a direct democracy.

Our founding fathers incorporated the ideals of the Greeks’ democracy with a healthy hesitation that pure democracy could lead to mob rule or tyranny of the majority.

They clearly and explicitly established a constitutional republic, where laws are made and administered via representatives and powers limited by the written constitution.

Alexander Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson, Samuel Adams and James Madison were among those at the Constitutional Convention of 1787 who successfully argued for a republic.

Again, to be perfectly clear, what every American citizen -- even the most passionate of community loving change agents -- must take to heart is that in the United States, there is no true direct democracy, and for good reason.

True, there are elements of direct democracy at the state and local levels. This occurs through the process of referendums and initiatives. In the case of a referendum, citizens of a state or local government can repeal a local law with a majority vote. In the case of an initiative, citizens of a state or local government can create a law with a majority vote. In both cases, the idea here is that citizens are deciding directly what is or is not the law.

So far, “Save Our Downtown” still has my enthusiastic support for their civic engagement in petitioning for an amendment to the city charter. They lose me, and the red, white and blue Yankee Doodle Dandy spirit, in the actual charter amendment language: “It is hereby declared the policy of the city of Traverse City that buildings over 60 feet in height are generally inconsistent with the basic residential and historical character of the city.

Therefore, any proposal for construction of a building with a height above 60 feet shall not be reviewed or approved by the commission, until after the proposal is submitted to and approved by a majority of the electors of the city at a regular election or at a special election held for that purpose.”

If this proposed charter amendment sought only to change the zoning ordinance to the 60-foot height limit to all future construction, I would still be supportive of their process.

But they lose me (and I hope you too, my civic minded reader) when they require a vote of the citizens for each and every proposed building over 60 feet in height before review

or approval by the City Commission. What?

The United States of America and the State of Michigan and Traverse City operate as a republic.

I don’t know what your schedule looks like, but I elected city commissioners to do this work for me. What the hell do I know about these things? Or my neighbor? What if Munson Hospital wants to build a 75-foot facility that would greatly improve access to medical care, or NMC an 80-foot story residential housing project to better serve students, or a company like Google came to town with a plan for a 1,500-employee site?

Will voters need to educate themselves on the pros and cons of the impact of each and every development over 60 feet tall on our city and its residents? How many elections are we going to have each year? Will Munson, NMC and Google simply decide it is not worth the investment of their time and dollars to build over 60 feet?

Is that truly the underlying intention of the proposed initiative? Do we prefer sprawl? If so, say so. Be honest, and ask voters to decide in a single vote if buildings should be limited to 60 feet in height. Be done with it. Don’t expect or require citizens to vote on everything!

What, says you there? There might be a time when you might like an exception to be made? Sounds like somebody doubts his or her conviction to the 60-foot ordinance.

How smart of you. Yes, I can assure you that there will be times that this limitation will be a shackle. So rather than lacking trust in your neighbors to elect representatives to the city commission who agree with you on one single issue, just make us all take on these ridiculously complex issues of civil planning, economic development, zoning issues, availability of federal grant funding and then insert each of our own individual aesthetic preferences. I might not like my neighbor’s roofline design, but hey, it is a free country.

What a disastrous waste of our time and the talent of professionals on our city staff and the willingness to pour over the considerations by appointed zoning commission members and elected city commissioners.

I also believe that this charter amendment has more to do with “Save Our Downtown” not trusting or agreeing with the currently seated city commissioners whom we elected.

It appears this group is simply too impatient to recall/elect fellow citizens into offices or too wishy-washy to commit to a 60-foot building height limitation. The amendment is a misleading “work around” that requires far too much of ordinary voters like me.

Voters will be making a much larger decision than, “Do I want tall buildings in my town?”

Vote no.

Mary Keyes Rogers is a Traverse City resident, professional blogger and podcaster at experience50.com. She is a former business owner, radio personality and has held positions with Civic Searchlight, the nation’s 3rd oldest non-partisan voter education organization, Traverse City Chamber of Commerce, Networks Northwest and the Michigan Small Business Development Center.

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1 For Sale: Lake Michigan Lighthouses If you’ve ever wanted to live in a remote Lake Michigan lighthouse, here is your chance.

Two historic and isolated light house stations are up for auction this summer.

The White Shoal Light, constructed in 1901 and located offshore 20 miles west of the Mackinac Bridge, features a candy cane-like red and white paint job and its image is featured on some Michigan license plates.

The North Manitou Shoal Light was built in 1935 between Leland and the Manitous and can be seen on ferry rides to the islands. The lonely, twostory outpost features a living quarters and 63-foot steal tower.

A visit to the North Manitou light is scheduled Aug. 30 for serious bidders who have paid a $10,000 deposit.

For more information, visit the U.S. General Services Administration website http://www.gsa.gov/portal/ content/141270.

bottomsup Roaster Jack’s Strong Brew Wimpy coffee got you down?

Looking for something to help you power through the last month of summer and beyond?

Roaster Jack, the specialty coffee roaster with the only dedicated coffee tasting room in northern Michigan has got the answer: Roaster Jack’s Strong Brew, a cold brew coffee with powerful flavor and plenty of caffeine.

Cold-brewing for 18–24 hours keeps these beans potent and smooth; the process imparts a flavor that’s richer and with lower acidity than traditionally brewed coffee.

But don’t be fooled by its dark patina — this isn’t a concentrate. Sip right out of the reusable 16-ounce, wide-mouth jar, or add ice and milk for a powerful iced latte experience.

Pick up your Strong Brew in person at Roaster Jack, 867 East Silver Lake Rd. in Traverse City, 231-943-3917, or find them online at roasterjack.com.

– Kristi Kates

Part of Petoskey’s Festival on the Bay, Chalk the Walk takes place on the sidewalks by Little Traverse Wheelway near Bayfront Park on Saturday, August 20 at 10am. New this year, 20 participants have been selected through a call for artists. All artists compete for a $500 People’s Choice Cash Award. Presented by the Crooked Tree Arts Center & Top of Michigan Trails Council. crookedtree.org. Pictured: Joshua Skeel works on his 2015 first place winning chalk creation.

Hidden in a National Park Near You: Poems There are some unusual signs in place around Sleeping Bear to celebrate the National Park Service’s centennial.

What from a distance appear to be ordinary markers are actually stealth poems. Five nature poems masquerading as official park signs have been placed around the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore this summer.

The signs are the work of Moheb Soliman, an Egyptian-American nature poet and interdisciplinary artist whose work has focused on the Great Lakes.

In addition to Sleeping Bear, Soliman’s work appears this summer at the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore in Wisconsin, Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, Pictured Rocks and and Isle Royale.

Soliman expects some people will be pleasantly surprised and others won’t notice his work.

“I oddly also hope they look real and official enough to people at first glance that some just walk right by,” he said.

For more information about his project visit www.MohebSoliman.info.

Closest to the heart of Traverse City Beautiful views, mature trees and challenging layout make Elmbrook a favorite among Traverse City visitors and locals alike.

The Hot 100 List , published in December 2015, included Elmbrook as the “Hottest Golf Course.”

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COUNTY WOES AND CITY VOTES MUSIC AND CASUAL BISTRO DINING

spectator by stephen tuttle Things don’t seem to be going that well for Grand Traverse County government.

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Its leaders continue the sad journey of trying to solve its budget woes on the backs of current employees. The latest indignity will increase employees’ share of their health insurance costs by more than 300 percent in January. That’s a pretty significant economic hit for deficits they had no part in creating.

And it’s not really clear how removing money from the paychecks of current employees in any way helps solve a $50 million pension shortfall.

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County Administrator Tom Menzel says it will put county workers more in line with other public and private entities. (Maybe he should show us those comparables, because the county isn’t exactly famous for overpaying its workers.) And private sector companies often provide a stipend or raises to help offset significant increases in benefit costs.

(Please, let’s not hear from those believing county employees should feel lucky to have any benefits at all because they don’t have any and blah, blah, blah. Lowest common denominator wages and benefits don’t really help anyone.)

The combination of mediocre pay becoming even less, and low morale combined with the relentless negativity coming from county leaders doesn’t much encourage potential new employees either.

The administrator says employees should remember they work for the taxpayers but, of course, they are also taxpayers who don’t really need a budget lecture from someone whose first order of business was getting himself a six-figure assistant.

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The City of Traverse City, on the other hand, has plenty of money. It must.

When you don’t feel the need to even hold a study session, much less allow bids, for a $2.5 million contract extension, you must be pretty flush.

But Traverse City has something more interesting looming: the referendum on buildings taller than 60 feet. We don’t yet know exactly how the ballot language will be worded — the law requires it be in the form of a question — and the wording can make an enormous difference. Will “yes” mean no tall buildings or will “no” mean no tall buildings?

Commissioner Gary Howe, a tall-buildinghigh-density-new-urbanism advocate is concerned such a restriction would so discourage

It seems employees, and county residents, are growing restless. The recent primary elections saw one incumbent board member soundly beaten, another who barely won, and a third who resorted to a misinformation campaign to win.

Everybody at the county, at least those still working there, will have smaller paychecks.

The steady flow of employees leaving should be of more concern than it seems to be, especially since it isn’t likely to slow anytime soon.

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who resorted to a misinformation campaign to win. Not a disaster but not exactly a ringing endorsement of the county’s current direction either.

Then there was the administrator’s bizarre memo telling employees they should refer election and political questions to his office.

That’s an especially peculiar directive for the elected County Clerk, for whom elections are part of the job.

A cynic might say it sounded like someone trying to control the flow of election information. Let’s instead assume the administrator forgot that answering questions from county residents is part of what people who work for the taxpayers do.

It seems employees, and county residents, are growing restless. The recent primary elections saw one incumbent board member soundly beaten, another who barely won, and a third

developers that none will want to build here, and Traverse City’s growth will be hamstrung for generations.

Such a notion presupposes that there are no developers willing to build anything less than 60 feet tall. Looking around at current or proposed developments would indicate there are quite a few building right now within that limit — in fact, all but one.

Still, a majority of commissioners seem obsessed with the idea of putting tall buildings downtown, the part of the city they act like they all represent. We’re even kicking in $5,000 for a study from a company in North Carolina that will no doubt prove the obvious: Big buildings generate more tax revenue than smaller ones.

The actual debate here isn’t really pro-growth vs. no-growth, old vs. young or haves vs, have-nots. There are plenty of newbies and old timers, rich and poor on both sides.

It’s simpler than all that. How tall do we want buildings in Traverse City to be? That’s the debate. The really tall fans can argue economic development and density and the not-so-tall advocates can argue protecting the character of the city.

No one is arguing that there should be no growth — just how tall that growth should be.

Plus, it isn’t a foregone conclusion such restrictions will be approved by the voters or pass legal muster. The governor and attorney general say it will violate state law while the courts have decided otherwise more than once.

Either way, we’ll find out what Traverse City voters prefer come November. And that’s a good thing.

Crime & Rescue CYCLIST KILLED BY DRUNK DRIVER A drunk driver struck and killed a bicyclist near Petoskey.

Sixty-one-year-old Tracy Butler was riding on the paved shoulder on US-31 near the entrance to Fotchman Industrial Park in Bear Creek Township when she was struck by a car driven by 66-yearold Petoskey resident Frank Veraldi. Veraldi was arrested for operating under the influence causing death, reckless driving and being a two-time habitual offender, Emmet County Sheriff Pete Wallin said.

ILLICIT PICS SOLICITED An 18-year-old Traverse City man posed as a young girl and convinced a 13-year-old boy to send him naked photos.

The teenager was investigated and arrested by Traverse City Police Aug. 10, Capt. Jim Bussell said.

He faces charges of accosting children for immoral purposes, a four-year felony, and distributing sexually explicit material, a two-year felony.

BRAWL ENDS IN ARRESTS A meeting about a girlfriend in a Leelanau County church parking lot turned violent.

A man called sheriff’s deputies at 4am to report that he’d been assaulted in the parking lot at Fouch Road and Center Highway Aug. 5. The 19-year-old Thompsonville man had suffered head injuries and his vehicle was damaged.

The man told police he’d been texting with an ex-girlfriend and made plans to meet at the church. When he arrived, two men, one of them wielding a wrench, told him to get on the ground.

The victim pulled a knife and the men fought, exchanging blows with fists and the wrench. The man stabbed one of his assailants, a 24-year-old Traverse City man, before he was disarmed.

The suspects punctured his tire and smashed a window on his car before they left.

Deputies found the suspects at a Fouch Road home. The 24-year-old was treated for a minor stab wound before he was arrested for armed robbery; a 27-year-old Elmwood Township man was arrested on the same charge.

DOWNSTATE MAN KILLED IN CRASH An unbelted Whitemore Lake man died when he crashed his Jeep in Kalkaska County.

Sixty-year-old Jeffrey Allen-Kilroy Krueger lost control and left the roadway, overcorrected and drove off the other side of the road and struck a tree, Sheriff Pat Whiteford said.

Krueger was ejected upon hitting the tree and he struck another tree. The crash happened Aug. 6 at 7:14pm at the intersection of Swamp and Riverview roads.

BB GUN ASSAULT ARREST A teenager who was “standing guard” as his friend looked for things to steal from a parked car in Kingsley shot a woman in the leg with a BB gun as she stepped out on her porch.

The 23-year-old woman called her husband, who chased the teenagers a short distance before returning home after midnight Aug. 7. The woman suffered a minor wound that did not require medical attention.

by patrick sullivan psullivan@northernexpress.com

Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s deputies responded and located a 17-year-old suspect, who admitted he was standing guard as his companion rummaged through vehicles. Police confiscated his BB pistol and found marijuana and items that did not belong to him in his backpack. The second suspect, also 17, was located and arrested the next day.

MOTORCYCLIST KILLED A car made a left turn in front of a motorcycle in Wexford County, killing the 57-year-old man on the motorcycle.

A vehicle made a turn on M-115 at the N 7 Road intersection in Springville Township causing the crash at 4:20pm Aug. 5, sheriff’s deputies said.

Burton resident Robert Everett died from injuries he suffered after he was ejected from his motorcycle.

TWO DRIVERS KILLED IN CRASH Two drivers died when their cars collided at a rural Grand Traverse County intersection.

A 72-year-old Buckley man drove into the intersection of Riley and Gonder roads, into the path of a car driven by a 36-year-old St. Johns man. They both died at the scene.

The older man was alone in his Buick Enclave; the younger man’s Nissan Murano carried four passengers, two female adults and two children.

The adults suffered non-life threatening injuries and the children suffered minor injuries.

The crash happened at 11:20am Aug. 6.

TEENAGER SAVED BY HELMET A Petoskey teenager’s helmet was badly damaged in a motorcycle crash.

An 18-year-old was traveling on US-131 in Melrose Township when a pickup truck pulled into his path at 6:30pm Aug. 7, Charlevoix County Sheriff Don Schneider said.

The motorcycle driver locked his breaks, swerved and flipped over as he attempted to avoid a collision. The teen struck the pavement on his left side and the left side of his helmet was badly damaged, though he was relatively unscathed and was treated at the scene.

SLIGHT-OF-HAND MAN WANTED Cadillac Police want to find a man who pocketed $20 with a slight-of-hand trick.

A Dollar General clerk told police that a customer paid for a small purchase with a $50 bill at 6:50pm Aug. 4 and when the customer received his change, he complained it was $20 short. Later, at closing, the clerk discovered the till was missing $20.

Someone matching the same description pulled the same scam in Missaukee County on July 22, Sgt. Daniel Gildersleeve said.

The suspect is around six feet tall, slender, 40 years old and he wore a bright green baseball cap.

Indianapolis, did not wear helmets. The 26-yearold Northport woman who was driving the car was not injured.

The crash occurred on M-22 in Leelanau Township Aug. 4 at 4:30pm.

CRASH AT A CROSSING A motorist crashed into a railroad crossing arm but managed to stay out of the way of a passing train.

Cadillac Police were called to the crossing at 8am Aug. 9 where a 49-year-old Traverse City woman said she didn’t see the warning signal at 13th Street because the sun was in her eyes. The woman was OK but the crash caused $3,000 to $4,000 in damages to the crossing, Sgt. Tony Crawford said.

TWO KILLED IN MOTORCYCLE CRASH A motorcycle driver lost control on a curve and crossed the centerline of a Leelanau County highway, crashing into an oncoming car and killing himself and his passenger.

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-- Geoffrey Fortier, 23, was arrested in Craighead County, Arkansas, in July and charged with video voyeurism of a woman he had allowed to shower in the home occupied by Fortier and his girlfriend. After the woman stepped out of the shower, she noticed a logged-on iPad propped against a wall. Fortier informed deputies that it was all a misunderstanding -- that he had earlier recorded himself urinating in order to sell the video to a urination-fetish website, and he simply forgot to remove the device.

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-- Room-Sized Bong? Samuel Oliphant, 35, was arrested on various charges in Scottsdale, Arizona, in June after police were called to a house to investigate a “strong and unusual” odor (which cops suspected to be drugs).

Inside, they found a “laboratory,” necessitating use of their “hazmat protocols,” because Oliphant had allegedly built a “complex and elaborate” system apparently for the purpose of enhancing the smoking of marijuana.

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The Passing Parade

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Didn’t Quite Think It Through: The men who tried an armed carjacking at the Oasis car wash in Shreveport, Louisiana, on July 20 were sent running by the car owner Michael Davis, who was holding a high-pressure hose at the time and casually directed the stream to one potential thief ’s face while swinging the metal wand at the other.

Recurring Themes

Things That Have Happened Before: (1) An ambulance was called in July when jockey Chris Meehan was kicked in the face by a horse and knocked out cold after he fell during a race in Merano, Italy, but the arriving ambulance accidentally backed over his leg. He is recovering.

(2) At England’s premier agricultural event (the Great Yorkshire Show), a winning show cow was stripped of her title, suspected of having artificially “enhanced” udders. The runner-up, of course, was promoted.

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WILDFIRE WILL VIGILANT FOREST FIRE PREVENTION BURN NORTHERN MICHIGAN?

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orthern Michigan’s success in preventing forest fires worries wildfire fighter and expert Jed Jaworski. We’ve done so well keeping our forests intact, he said, we’ve created a situation where wildfires could emerge as the region’s greatest threat.

Counterintuitive? On the surface, maybe. But dig a little deeper into the symbiosis of the forest environment, where all elements coexist to create a balanced ecosystem: When you remove fire from that ecosystem, the forest grows up without a natural immunity to it. Sooner or later, and spurred by hotter and drier summers, Jaworski believes that lack of immunity could make northern Michigan’s lush forests a potential tinder box — one ready to explode.

FIRE-TEMPERED FORESTS Fire is supposed to be a naturally occurring part of the cycle of the life of a forest, Jaworski said. Prior to European settlement, fire regularly swept through Michigan’s forests, cleaned the ground of debris and culled struggling trees.

Native American tribes used fire to sculpt their environment. Fire got rid of infestations. It enriched the soil. This made healthy trees stronger and immunized them to the threat of fire by heat-treating their trunks

and stripping them of lower branches.

The effect was a “fire-tempering” of the forest that made it stronger and better prepared the next time a fire swept through, Jaworski said.

But development and fire suppression in northern Michigan has broken that natural cycle, creating forests that are unprepared for what’s in store when conditions line up to spark a massive, potentially uncontrollable blaze.

Jaworski has taken his concerns on the road. The Elberta resident recently oversaw a forest-fire protection plan enacted in Manistee County. Next, he intends to help Benzie County establish its own plan. The timing, Jaworski believes, is critical.

A GROWING THREAT Wildfire isn’t the looming, ominous threat in northern lower Michigan that it is in California, but Jaworski says conditions

“We’re spending millions and millions of dollars on this problem, and yet the problem continues to get worse.”

Jaworski, who trained in a federal firefighting program in the early 1990s and has fought wildfires in the West, said that during his time fighting forest fires, something did not sit right with him.

“I became very interested in not only the history and the technical aspects of firefighting, but culturally, it became very obvious after a couple of years — something’s not quite right here,” he said. “We’re spending millions and millions of dollars on this problem, and yet the problem continues to get worse.”

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are heading in that direction.

“Certainly in my lifetime, statistically, the number of large, uncontainable fires is increasing in Michigan. And just about anybody who works in Great Lakes wildfire, they’ll tell you: It’s just a matter of time until we get into a drought phase, even if it’s just a a few weeks. That’s all it’s going to take,” he said. “We’ve seen it in a lot of fires in recent years in Michigan, and it’s just by good fortune that most of these fires have happened in largely uninhabited areas.”

He ticks off notable fires that have struck the pine forests in the state in recent years — jack pine that burned near Roscommon, wildfire out of control south of Grayling, hemlock forest fire in the eastern Upper Peninsula— all were large fires that for a time swept uncontrollably across the land.

Thanks to their location, none encroached on population centers but engulfed only isolated hunting cabins and wildlife.

“We came very close in 2004, with a fire near Grayling,” he said. “That fire marched into the south end of town. Same with the Meridian Boundary Fire in 2010 — that was only the time of day [that the fire occurred], basically, that saved the town of Roscommon.”

Luck of timing and remote locations are hardly something to rely on, however. There are scores of forests throughout northern Michigan that are vulnerable, that are near developed areas, and that are loaded with 75 or 100 years worth of fuel on the forest floor that could feed a devastating blaze.

“All we need is that period of low humidity, high winds, hot weather with no rain, and we’re going to be in trouble,” he said.

Paul Gerhart, a registered forester from Honor who sometimes works with Jaworski, agrees that the conditions of the region’s forests today are ripe for fire — especially in areas rich with pine and oak.

Jack pine at the center of the state is especially fire-prone; it is a species that evolved

to propagate through fire. But Jaworksi said there are plenty of danger areas across northern Michigan, including the shores of Lake Michigan, where countless cottages and homes are nestled among thick stands of pine and oak.

neighbors’ opposition.

Tom Ulrich, deputy superintendent at Sleeping Bear, said local opposition isn’t the reason the prescribed burns have not been conducted; it comes down to the amount of preparation a controlled fire requires. The park’s staff is not yet trained to safely manage WILDFIRE PREPAREDNESS the efforts, he said, but notes there are plans The solution, obviously, isn’t to fire- to get funding and resources that would entemper forests by allowing wildfires to run able the park to conduct some prescribed amok. burns, perhaps next year or in 2018.

Jaworski believes there are steps than we Ulrich anticipates that, at that point, can take to improve the fire resilience of for- some neighbors will likely raise concerns, ests and make our homes and other struc- but he said those controlled fires would haptures safer. pen far away from populated areas.

“Is there any recognition in local zoning Meanwhile, to prevent a disaster and here, in building codes and requirements?” protect park neighbors if an unexpected fire he asked. “No. You can build your house breaks out in the near future, Ulrich said in a red pine or a jack pine stand in Grand park staff have conducted mechanical thinTraverse County, and there’s nothing in the ning, and they’ve burned brush in piles as a local building codes or township ordinances means to create fire buffer zones between the that even make mention to a homeowner park and its neighbors. that, ‘Hey, you’re building in a fire-prone The park’s fire management plans also area. You’re building in a fuel type that’s go- allows for natural prescribed burns on the ing to make your house largely indefensible. Manitou Islands — in other words, if a Are you aware of this?’” lightening strike sparks a blaze, under some The lack of awareness is slowly changing circumstances they will let the fire burn as information becomes available to proper- naturally. That’s only happened one time, on ty owners. Crawford and Manistee counties, North Manitou, but the fire barely spread, for example, have drafted wildfire prepared- Ulrich said. ness plans which provide information.

As for whether a history of suppressing Those plans include surveys of land and fire has made Sleeping Bear’s forests more questions property owners need susceptible to fire, Ulrich isn’t to ask about the resources availsure. He said he is interested in There’d be a able to fight fires: Where are the learning more about it. Much danger zones? Where are the fire dozen homes in of Sleeping Bear is hardwood departments? What roads will forest, which is less flammable the resident have to use to reach the way of the than pine. a property? Is there water avail- grass fire, and “It certainly is possible that able? Will the water get cut off there is a natural fuel buildup — firefighters if the fire takes out power lines?

I don’t know,” Ulrich said. “I’m How close is a house to tree not a fire scientist.” would have stands or brush? to decide Jaworski suggested, too, that PREPARATIONS IN MANISTEE structures can be designed to Mike Cederholm, assistant which homes resist fire. For example, shorter chief for the Arcadia Fire Deto save and eaves and fire-resistant building partment, said there are develmaterials make buildings less opments and residences across which ones flammable; landscaping can eihis region that are located in to sacrifice... ther invite or repel fire. areas at high risk of fire.

“A fire-wise home doesn’t Often, that’s because people have to be a concrete bunker,” Jaworski said. who own a northern Michigan cottage in the “It actually doesn’t take much of a modifica- woods really want that cottage to be in the tion from a traditional home design to allow woods. People are reluctant to remove trees that home to resist fire long enough so that a close to their cabin. fire department doesn’t have to dedicate two “There are some huge areas that are remen and a fire engine in order for that home ally high risk areas in our community,” Ceto survive even a few moments of exposure derholm said. “Everybody wants to save the to a wildfire.” trees. You can’t tell the homeowner what to About 50 or 60 years ago, rural areas were do with their property. You can only give sparsely populated, and a small volunteer them advice. It’s kind of like smoking — you fire department could save the farmhouse can’t stop them.” next to a hayfield on fire. Today, there’d be Cederholm agrees that conditions are a dozen homes in the way of the grass fire, ripe for devastating fires in northern Michiand firefighters would have to decide which gan, especially if we experience hotter, dryer homes to save and which ones to sacrifice, summers.

Jaworski said. Typically, they’ll sacrifice the “Look at the history — it’s been over 100 ones most prone to fire — usually those with years or so since there’s been something madangerous landscaping and stacks of logs jor here,” he said. “You look: There are a lot piled up next to the walls. of unburned fuels out there.”

“But everybody is paying the same Lieutenant Ken Falk, Manistee County amount in taxes for fire protection, so after emergency manager, said the Manistee the fire, the people who didn’t get a fire truck Community Wildfire Protection Plan draftin their driveway, despite the fact that they’re ed by Jaworski is a great resource for proppaying taxes for it, their next call is going erty owners. to be to their county commissioner saying, “It gives us an idea of where the high risk ‘How come my neighbor got a fire truck and areas are in Manistee County, and it gives us I didn’t?’” he said. “That’s when it becomes a an idea of how to mitigate those,” Falk said. political problem.”

It all comes down to whether property owners want to use the information, he said.

PRESCRIBED BURNS AND SLEEPING BEAR “If people are using it and finding out A decade ago, after years of discussion, how to make their houses more fire resistant, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore I think it will help,” Falk said. drafted a fire management plan that calls for For example, there is a cottage built on prescribed burns to mimic forest fires in or- the end of a two-track leading to Lake Michder to fire-temper the park’s forests. igan that is in a fire-prone area. The probJaworski worries that prescribed burns lem is, a tanker wouldn’t be able to reach the have not happened in the park because of home because there is no place at the end of

the road to turn around. Now the owners know they’ve got to clear some space.

“They don’t want to tell people what to do on their property,” Falk said. “They’re just trying to tell them that the trees next to your house, once they catch fire, it’s going to be hard to keep that fire from your house.”

HOW TO START A FIRE Gerhart agrees that prescribed fires are a tool that could be used much more frequently in northern Michigan to improve the ecology of forests and make them more fire resistant.

Prescribed fires tend to be controversial because they involve setting a forest fire.

Jaworski said neighbors should want prescribed burns because they are safer than wildfire.

“That tends to not be the case in most places. People are like, ‘Oh, gosh, no,’” Jaworski said. But prescribed fires, he said, happen under the safest conditions and under strict supervision — the opposite circumstances of a wildfire.

Gerhart used to work on prescribed burns with the National Forest Service, and he worked on one with Jaworski in the Arcadia marsh when the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy sought to eradicate a phragmites outbreak in 2013.

Prescribed fires, perhaps the most radical regime to inure northern Michigan to

wildfire, are part art, part science, he said.

Going into a forest with the intention of setting it on fire takes a lot of training and a lot of preparation.

Gerhart said first, the team must be assured temperature, humidity, wind speed and direction are ideal for a controlled burn.

They survey the forest and remove woody debris that might catch and burn hot and long; they want a fire that will pass through the forest quickly and only burn leaves and brush on its way. They push leaves away from logs and trees to make sure the fire can’t grow up into the trees.

They use drip torches filled with a mixture of gasoline and diesel fuel to feed the fire.

Everyone has a backpack full of water, and there is a tanker truck on standby, Gerhart said. Some of the prescription fire tenders maintain fire lines on each side of the fire to make sure flames don’t spread outside of the designated area.

Surprisingly, the person with the drip torch stands in front of the fire and the prevailing wind, pushing the fire slowly into the wind. That’s why prescription fires are only set on days when the wind will be below five or so miles per hour.

The fire tender doesn’t want the fire blown back at them.

“That’s why you always want to have an escape route — you know your escape route, and you have a safety zone,” Gerhart said.

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wirl is the moniker for Crooked Tree Arts Center’s summertime social mixer events where guests meet up to enjoy snacks, beverages, and local music.

But while every Swirl is well worth attending, CTAC’s once-per-summer Super Swirl engages CTAC fans on another level entirely, throwing open its doors to 600+ attendees for a giant, interactive art and music party where they can eat, drink, explore the arts center, view the summer exhibitions, and watch artists and musicians in action.

PAINT ON DISPLAY “This year, Kevin Barton’s Twenty Years in Retrospect (his half-career retrospective) and Glen McCune’s The Art of Seeing Birds will both be on display,” confirmed CTAC’s public relations coordinator Alex Dailey.

Summer Super Swirl takes place throughout CTAC’s indoor and outdoor spaces, which are filled with art demonstrations, live music, food, drinks and a raffle for original paintings created and donated by CTAC’s Kitchen Painters, an open studio art group made up of painters of all levels and mediums.

“This will be the third year that the Kitchen Painters will donate works of art for the Super Swirl; each year more artists get involved,” Dailey said.

DEMOS AND DRINKS In the demonstrations department — among the Summer Super Swirl’s best-attended attractions — former New York City scenic artist Jay Maldonado will lead a hands-on activity guests can take part in, and local potters Jim Beckering and Stephen Stuchell will put on pottery demonstrations, throwing pottery on the wheel.

“Pottery classes are some of our most popular — Jim and Stephen’s classes always fill up — so it’s great that people get a chance to check out the pottery studio and speak with the instructors,” Dailey said.

For eats, CTAC has partnered up with Petoskey’s D&W Fresh Market, which will provide a tasty array of hors d’oeuvres, desserts, pop, wine, and microbrews for guests to enjoy as they explore.

MUSIC AND MORE This year’s music will bring a heavy focus on local talent. Musicians will perform throughout CTAC, in the theater, the galleries, the Bidwell Plaza, and even staged in other corners of the center.

“The musical lineup this summer includes local favorites who all have their own following or fan base,” Dailey said. “CTAC Director of Orchestras Robert Dudd will even be appearing as a strolling minstrel.”

Among this year’s performers are singer-

Clockwise from top left: Potter/ceramic artist and CTAC instructor Stephen Stuchell puts on a demo in the pottery studio for 2014 Summer Super Swirl attendees.

CTAC Chairman Tony Ryner, CTAC past President Kurt Wietzke, Kathy Beamer, and Juli Ryner attend the 2014 Summer Super Swirl.

D&W Fresh Market Store Director Mark Zink and his wife, Kathy Zink, enjoy the 2015 Summer Super Swirl.

CTAC Visual Arts Chair Heidi Geiger demonstrates her painting skills on the Bidwell Plaza during the 2014 Super Swirl.

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songwriter Robin Lee Berry; folk duo Oh Brother Big Sister; acoustic guitarists Jeff Pagel and Bill Wilson; and multi-instrumentalist Nathan Towne.

“Second to our upcoming 10th Annual New Year’s Eve at the Arts Center lineup — for which we already have incredible performers booked — this summer’s Super Swirl will possibly be the best indoor concert in the North,” Dailey said.

Stay tuned; the 2016–2017 Swirl fall/winter season kicks off in October, with more local musicians, chefs, and restaurants set to participate.

The 2016 Summer Super Swirl will take place at the Crooked Tree Arts Center on August 17 from 5:30–8pm. Tickets are $25 in advance/$30 day of the event. All proceeds go to CTAC’s year-round programming. For more information, visit crookedtree.org.

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NORTHERN SEEN 1 The crew from Short’s prepares to pour lots — and lots — of beer for the crowd at the recent Short’s Fest in Elk Rapids.

2 Kristina Yost, Shelby Robinson, and owner Amber Munday serve up Aussie Meat Pies at the grand opening of the new Harwood Gold store in Charlevoix.

3 Kaylee Niemi and Derin Lakies stroll down vendor lane during the annual Boyne Falls Polish Festival.

4 The Force is with author Adam Bray as he signs copies of his new Star Wars Rebels books at McLean & Eakin in Petoskey.

5 Bethany Whitley, Katie Jensen, Amanda Baker, Hannah Sanderson, Andy Hayes, Jessica Lovay, and Sara Christensen of the Northern Lakes Economic Alliance are full of smiles after a successful meet and greet in Boyne City.

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By Al Parker Working in acrylics on canvas, Acme artist Marcia Hales creates colorful paintings full of sweeping curves and contours. Her current works are jam-packed with layers and lines that attract and challenge a viewer’s eye. “I’ve done other media, including print making, pastel chalk and gouache, but now I really enjoy acrylics,” she explained. “It dries fast, and that’s important to my works.”

Born in Mount Pleasant and raised in Farmington Hills, Hales lived in Boston and New Bedford, Mass., for nearly 20 years. She earned a Master of Fine Arts degree in painting from the University of Massachusetts. Later she moved to San Diego, working briefly as an art instructor for imprisoned men and women. Her works and prints have been exhibited internationally and can be found in collections across the U.S. and in France, Mexico and Turkey.

HOW I GOT STARTED As a small child I painted landscapes, mostly trees, and my father would buy them. I’m not sure how I even knew about painting back then. We didn’t have much art, if any, in my home, and no one in my family painted.

But I liked to sit and stare at things. I had a curiosity about how things work, which may have gotten me started. Later, as the quintessential high school misfit, I painted to promote my individuality. It was a slow start, as it was frustrating at first trying to match my limited ability with the great art I wanted to create. It took many years before I learned one had to be patient and keep trying. Thankfully no one discouraged me, but no one really pushed me either. No one said, “Wow, you’re a genius! Let’s get you the supplies you need to keep you working!” But I kept working to improve because it was what I wanted. I chose to be an artist.

THE STORY BEHIND MY ART, MY INSPIRATION Aside from choosing art as my major in college because I loved to create, I found most art students to be hilariously funny and witty. Many seemed to see things with an odd slant. I was comfortable with that, and knew I was in the right place. We all struggled to do good work, but it was fun too.

My goal has always been to do something different. When there is likely “nothing new under the sun,” this has always been the hardest part. I might sketch out a rough idea

of composition prior to painting, but I’ve never been compelled to draw just to draw.

You would probably never see me whipping out a pad to sketch something. I really don’t like drawing much. If I like something I see, I’ll take a photograph. I am, however, inspired by some things I see, like the mystery of what lies beyond. I see rocks or hills, and I want to climb over them. I look into the woods and wonder what’s in there. I found that I could express this curiosity visually with paint. I strive to create visually rich playgrounds. The tight lines and marks, which crowded my early canvases, became looser and deeper over time, and closed loops developed. I enjoy the way these forms dance around each other and envelop space.

Color is always a challenge, but it’s always worth taking it on.

WORK I’M MOST PROUD OF My work has evolved, and I think I enjoyed some successes in most of my “periods” of creativity since I was an undergraduate. I came to know there would be bad days of art-making that would make me want to tear my hair out, but I would learn from them.

I had an opportunity to really focus on my work in grad school, produce a lot of work, and fortunately the momentum continued.

When one does a lot of work, things happen, and new ideas are born. Everything I do leads me to the next work. I am proud to have persevered long enough to please myself and earn respect from those who mat-

ter most: my family, my friends, other artists and gallery owners. An artist is never “done,” and I still fail miserably sometimes, but I feel good about what I have accomplished so far.

YOU WON’T BELIEVE I once ran a sweatshop in Boston. We had workers making surgical sponges in horrible conditions. And I once had a drink with Big Mama Thornton [an American blues singer], also in Boston.

And, I think art education can be oppressive.

I don’t think that to create work of great substance that you need to spend years in school being forced to learn what the elders considered the basics: perspective, composition, etc. Personally, I found that being forced to draw buildings in downtown Boston did little or nothing to help me create the work I wanted to do. It may help some to learn the basics, but it can also slow or inhibit creativity ... Ideally art education should evolve through process and encouragement, not mandate or coercion.

MY FAVORITE ARTIST I don’t have a single favorite artist, I have many! Locally, I like the works of Rufus Snoddy, Jerry Gates, Pam Yee and Ron Gianola. The non-representational and abstract artists include Jean Dubuffet, Cy Twombly, Mark Tobey, Jackson Pollock, Joan Mitchell, Frank Stella, Alma Thomas, Henri Gaudier-Brzeska, and Brice Marden.

But I am also drawn to the figurative work of Rembrandt, Odd Nerdrum, Egon Schiele, Kerry James Marshall and Max Ernst. I never stop looking at the greats, and it would seem no artist should.

ADVICE FOR ASPIRING YOUNG ARTISTS Take time to think about where you want to be with your work: What it will look like?

What form will it take? What is your goal?

Look to nature for what interests you. And by nature, I mean everything that exists inside and outside of you! Do the work, push past the obstacles and disasters you create, do some more work, and above all be honest about what you create. It might take a while before people appreciate your work, but stick by it. Trust it for a while. Defend it. Realize that everyone commenting on your work thinks they’re a damned critic! It gets personal, but ignore them — unless you trust their qualified opinions. Look at great work everywhere, but if you are copying someone else or you are trying to produce something you are certain will sell, you’re not being creative. You’re lying, and people will know it. Don’t waste your time. Accept only your best, and above all, develop thick skin, as being an artist is not for wusses.

MY WORK CAN BE SEEN/PURCHASED At The Twisted Fish Gallery in Elk Rapids, Gallery Fifty in Traverse City, and the Charlevoix Circle of Arts. It can also be viewed on Facebook at Marcia K. Hales - Art.

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Pulling from the kitchen traditions and exotic ingredients of her Lebanese heritage, Maureen Abood’s recipes and food memories have been published and lauded everywhere from The New York Times and Chicago Tribune to NPR and Saveur magazine. Most recently, she published the book Rose Water and Orange Blossoms, an edition of fresh and classic Lebanese recipes praised by none other than Anthony Bourdain. A Michigan girl at heart, Abood graciously agreed to share some of her favorite hot-weather dishes with us as we arrive in August’s dog days of summer.

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COOL AS A CUCUMBER WATER “One of the first things I thought of for this [article] was a drink that I keep in my refrigerator all summer,” Abood said. The Lebanese love cucumbers, she explained, and enjoy the vegetable at every meal, even breakfast. For this beverage, you simply wash a fresh cucumber (“baby cucumbers are especially good,” she added) and cut it into ½-inch-thick slices. Fill a pitcher with cold water and pour in a cup of cucumber slices. The water gains flavor from the cucumber over time, so Abood suggests letting the mixture rest for a day before serving.

She said it will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to a week. “What I love about this is that it’s so refreshing yet different. When you serve it to people, they immediately look so pleased and ask what it is!”

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MINT POWER Another favorite ingredient in Lebanese cooking is mint. “Everyone in our family keeps a big mint patch to use in our food,” Abood said. For a bright summer twist on the Italian Caprese salad, she starts by slicing fresh spearmint into finely-cut ribbons, chiffonade-style, and sprinkling the mint over sliced tomatoes and sweet Vidalia onions. “This is such a sophisticated way to treat the tomatoes,” she said. “Then you squeeze lemon juice, a drizzle of olive oil, and a dash of salt on top, and it’s just so good.” Abood loves the combination of salt and dried spearmint so much that she’s developed her own product, Mint Salt (available in her online shop), which she said is also easy to make at home by drying out your own spearmint in a dehydrator or microwave and adding it to sea salt.

MAIN MEALS Entrees can be tricky in the summer; as the thermometer climbs, one’s enthusiasm for switching on the stovetop or oven declines. So Abood suggested several dishes that keep things both cool and delicious.

“One of my favorites is making a simple salad of chickpeas, garden peppers, and tomatoes, with feta cheese mixed in,” she said.

Another of her recipes starts with quinoa, the protein-packed grain that you can cook just as you do rice, although Abood often uses vegetable or chicken broth instead of water to add more flavor. “Once the quinoa’s ready, I mix it into a salad with corn, edamame, kidney beans, chopped red onions, and lots and lots of cilantro,” Abood said. A third salad nods to Michigan’s own favorite crop.

“We eat a lot of cherries in this region, but tart cherries seem get more attention as far as cooking,” Abood said. “So I like to make a

salad of black cherries, pitted and cut in half, mixed with toasted walnuts and parsley, and dressed with pomegranate molasses, olive oil, and salt.”

SWEET TREATS And finally, for dessert, if you’re tired of the standard summer selections of ice cream or sorbet, Abood has a sweet idea that’s perfect for refueling in the afternoon — her own Tahini-Date Granola Bars with Dried Apricots. “I love to make these and have them around so people can grab them during the day,” she said. The recipe (available free on her website; see below) blends Medjool dates, agave or honey, peanut butter, kosher salt, oats, almonds, coconut flakes, apricots, and the pivotal ingredient, tahini (a Middle Eastern paste made from ground sesame seeds) into to-go bars that you can make in big batches; they keep for a couple of weeks. “They’ve got such a great peanut-y flavor and chew, and they help give you a lot of energy. And in the heat of summer, you don’t have to bake them!”

For more information on Maureen Abood and her food writing, visit her official website at maureenabood.com. She also offers her own line of spices, Lebanese ingredients, and kitchen tools at maureenaboodmarket.com.

By Kristi Kates There’s still about a month of summer left, which means there’s plenty of time left to enjoy Michigan’s lakeside destinations. In addition to sunscreen and a cool beverage, you’ll of course need something to read — something light enough that lets you to pause for dips in the lake and ice cream breaks, then resume reading without missing a beat. Here are some of our picks for easy (but smart!) reads that make perfect fits for your beach bag.

THE INTERESTINGS

by Meg Wolitzer Amazon Originals is working on a pilot for this quirky, well-crafted novel that centers on a group of friends who meet at summer arts camp Spirit-in-the-Woods (perhaps reminiscent of Northern Michigan’s own Interlochen Center for the Arts) and follows them through the decades as their lives evolve. Do all of their friendships endure? We won’t spill the beans, but let’s just say that watching the inner and outer lives of these pals transition from the mid-’70s to the ’90s is worth reading before watching. (Plus, hey, you can claim bragging rights for having read the book before the big screen brought it to the masses.)

ONE SUMMER: AMERICA 1927

by Bill Bryson If you’re fascinated by history, this is both a fun read and one that you’ll find especially striking considering our country’s current climate. Bryson includes many unusual details in this narrative outlining the many, many ways that the summer of 1927 was a very real, if not widely recognized, turning point in American history. That singular season included the screening of the first talking movie (Al Jolson in The Jazz Singer), Lindbergh’s solo flight over the Atlantic Ocean, the start of Babe Ruth’s legendary home run record, the rule of Al Capone over the Chicago mob scene, the start of construction on the four-faced sculpture that would become Mount Rushmore, and the last of the heydays before the nation’s descent into the Great Depression.

BUT WHAT IF WE’RE WRONG?

by Chuck Klosterman If you like slightly more serious prose teamed up with a little wry humor, this thoughtful yet funny book is a great pick. Klosterman, a pop culture critic, approaches scenesters and thinkers like musicians Ryan Adams and David Byrne, filmmaker Richard Linklater, astrophysicist and author Neil DeGrasse Tyson, and essayist George Saunders. Then he poses questions to them on topics from music to science to politics about what is thought to be important and revelatory and notable today … and what might actually not be thought of as so groundbreaking 100 or 1,000 years from now.

It’s a peek into the future (and the brains of today’s celebrity artists) that offers an intriguing second look at the people and things we admire today.

SWAMPLANDIA

by Karen Russell A hazy, strange story with cheeky details and eccentric yet likable characters, this tale set off the coast of Florida introduces you to the Bigtrees, a family of alligator wrestlers who run the Swamplandia! tourist park, and one Bigtree daughter, Ava, who leaves the family’s compound to go find her sister, who may have run away with a ghost. The girls’ quiet and super-smart brother, Kiwi, is left behind to try and help save the Bigtree family’s failing tourist business, so he goes to work at a rival amusement park. Does Ava find her sister? Do Kiwi’s efforts pay off? You’ll only know for sure after you read this amusing, ultimately dark and unusual tale.

POWERHOUSE

by James Andrew Miller Subtitled The Untold Story of Hollywood’s Creative Artists Agency, this one has triple appeal for those who are interested in movie-making, celebrities, or simply how the people in power get things done. It’s likely that CAA is behind many of the movies, TV shows, and concerts you’ve seen; the agency was founded in 1975, and since then has expanded to control much of Hollywood, its studios and its talent. It’s a behind-the-scenes, scandalous story, much like you might expect — except its most jaw-dropping tales are actual happenings, not movie scripts.

Miller dissects the legend in painstaking and colorful detail.

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Get Happy with the Sounds of the ‘60s

By Kristi Kates Boomers and retro music fans, rejoice!

The Happy Together Tour is arriving at Little River Casino Resort in August, and with it an impressive list of ’60s hits all polished up and ready for singing along. It’s no wonder this has become one of the most popular vintage package tours in North America; the musicians included boast more than sixty Top 40 hits between them. Check out who’s on this year’s lineup and what you might hear in their retro setlists: THE TURTLES What kind of potion have singers Flo and Eddie been drinking to keep their vocals so strong? They sound pretty much the same as their records, although they’ve developed something of a “wacky uncle” schtick that finds them adding bits of Doors songs, jokes, and, uh … “Gangham Style” to their set.

Tunes You’ll Know: “Happy Together” (hence the tour’s title), “Elenore,” “You Baby,” Bob Dylan’s “It Ain’t Me Babe” THE COWSILLS This group of singing brothers, one sister, and their mother was actually the inspiration for the fictional TV show The Partridge Family, and their shows today, while missing several original members, still do their best to replicate the group’s thickly layered, impressive harmonies.

Tunes You’ll Know: “The Sunshine of Your Love,” “I Really Want to Know You,” “Indian Lake,” “Most of All” THE SPENCER DAVIS GROUP There’s no Steve Winwood in the Spencer Davis Group any more — Winwood went on to a solo career and also has recorded music with

his daughter — but the reconfigured group has proved popular both in the U.S. and overseas, with a slight jazz feel added from Davis’ side recordings.

Tunes You’ll Know: “Keep on Running,” “I’m a Man,” “Somebody Help Me,” “Gimme Some Lovin’” MARK LINDSAY (PAUL REVERE AND THE RAIDERS) Still in great, if mellowed, voice, Lindsay offers up both Raiders tracks and some of his own solo singles during his performance.

What you might not know about him is that he was also a teen idol during the ’60s, having been selected by Dick Clark to perform on an afternoon teen music show.

Tunes You’ll Know: “Arizona,” “Kicks,” “Just Like Me,” “Him or Me” GARY PUCKETT AND THE UNION GAP Also solid on stage is Puckett, who’s added more drama and vibrato to his voice as he’s progressed from full band to solo career and back. He’s also got plenty of experience with reunion and package tours, having been part of one with The Monkees, The Grass Roots, and Herman’s Hermits.

Tunes You’ll Know: “Don’t Give in to Him,” “Over You,” “Woman Woman,” “Lady Willpower” CHUCK NEGRON (THREE DOG NIGHT) While there were technically three lead vocalists in Three Dog Night, Negron’s the only one still touring, so he’s carefully structured the songs with his backing band to fill in the vocals that would otherwise be missed on a long setlist that’s half hits and half lesser-known album cuts.

Tunes You’ll Know: “Joy to the World (the Bullfrog song),” “Shambala,” “One,” “Old Fashioned Love Song”

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CRYSTAL LAKE TEAM MARATHON: 8am, Downtown Beulah. benzie.org/ events

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FARMFEST: Aug. 11-14, 1865 Roby Rd., Johannesburg. Featuring multiple stages for musicians including Kellerville, The Cookies, Oh Brother Big Sister, Bob Mowrey, Jake Allen, Kung Fu Rodeo & many others.

There will also be a fire circle drum kiva, labyrinth walk & more. Info/tickets: farm-fest.com

-------------------EXPRESSIVE CULTURE SERIES: Karen Sinclair & Ken Melichar: “Maori & Native American Boarding Schools.” 12-3pm, Eyaawing Museum & Cultural Center, Suttons Bay. 231-534-7764.

-------------------SUTTONS BAY SIDEWALK SALE: 8am. suttonsbayarea.com

-------------------25TH ANNIVERSARY PRESERVATION CELEBRATION: A community open house hosted by the GT Regional Land Conservancy at the Historic Barns Park at GT Commons, TC from 1-4pm. Register: gtrlc.org/events

-------------------WOMEN OF NOTE SERIES: Damaris Pike, historian & singer, will perform “Thanks for the Memories: An Evening with Dolores Hope.”

7pm, Music House Museum, Acme. Tickets, $15. musichouse.org

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5TH ANNUAL KALKASKA STREET FAIR: Aug. 12-14. Today features entertainment, bounce houses, obstacle course, & much more from noon-5pm at Railroad Square, Downtown Kalkaska. kalkaskavillage.com

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IRONWORKERS FESTIVAL: Aug. 12-14, on the Straits of Mackinac, Mackinaw City.

Ironworkers from the U.S. & Canada compete in friendly competition. Includes knot tying, rivet toss, spud throw, column climb & more. There is also a parade, live music & more. ironfest.com

-------------------SATURDAY PROGRAMMING - BIRDS: 10am-4pm, Boardman River Nature Center, TC. 10:30am: Search for bird nests on a hike, & then build your own at the Nature Center. At 1:30pm dissect owl pellets & learn about the eating habitats of owls. Presented by the GT Conservation District. natureiscalling.org

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MUSIC IN MACKINAW: With Ruby & the Retros.

8pm, Conkling Heritage Park, Mackinaw City.

-------------------38TH ANNUAL MICHAYWÉ ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR: 10am-4pm, 1535 Opal Lake Rd., Gaylord. Eighty booths. Free Kids’ Zone, 11am-2pm, features toolbox & heart-basket projects. michaywe.com

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Director Jennifer McQuiston Lott brings a revolutionary dance/music/film collaboration with indie composer SON LUX. A kid-friendly show at noon features learning new dance steps, asking questions & getting up-close with the professional dancers of the TC Dance Project.

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-------------------DISNEY’S ALADDIN, KIDS: 2pm & 7pm, Old Town Playhouse, TC. oldtownplayhouse.com

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ANTRIM COUNTY FAIR: Aug. 11-13. Today includes the Antrim County Fair 5K & Pork & Side Restaurant Cook-Off. antrimcountyfair.com

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-------------------STORY READING, AUTHORS SIGNINGS & BOOK LAUNCH: Horizon Books, TC. Details: horizonbooks.com

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ATEN PLACE CONCERT: Enjoy Celtic fusion with Nessa. 7:30pm, Aten Place, Boyne Falls.

Tickets, $16/$15. 231-549-2076. atenplace.com

-------------------HEALING THE BEAR – BEAR RIVER CLEANUP: Help pick up trash & debris from the area surrounding the Bear River. Meet at 9:30am at Petoskey’s Bear River Shelter.

Breakfast, lunch & t-shirts are free for volunteers. Hosted by Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council. Pre-register: 231-347-1181.

-------------------SUMMER SOUNDS CONCERTS: Internationally-acclaimed countertenor Terry Barber will perform “Around the World in 80 Minutes” at Michigan Legacy Art Park, Thompsonville at 7pm. Tickets: $15; $5 for kids 12 & under. michlegacyartpark.org

-------------------CHARLEVOIX WATERFRONT ART FAIR: 9am-6pm, East Park, Downtown Charlevoix. charlevoixwaterfrontartfair.org

-------------------9TH ANNUAL BOCCE TOURNAMENT: 11am-5pm, The Village at GT Commons, TC. Register: thevillagetc.com

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The Traverse City Triathlon, presented by Endurance Evolution, happens Sunday, August 21. The race starts off with a swim in Bowers Harbor on West GT Bay at 8am, followed by biking on Old Mission Peninsula & running on Neahtawanta Rd. Sprint & Olympic distances. enduranceevolution.com

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tion, 9:30am; $5. Proceeds benefit Black Sheep Crossing, Cherryland Humane Society & Silver Muzzle Cottage. Find ‘Northport Dog Parade’ on Facebook.

DUAL STAR PARTY EVENT: Solar viewing from 4-6pm & then Star Party from 9-11pm, Thoreson Farm, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Empire. nps.gov/slbe BAYOU ON THE BAY: Blues & Zydeco Picnic in the Park: Featuring the Gabriel Brass Band, Luke Winslow-King, K Jones & the Benzie Playboys & others. There will also be Louisiana cuisine made with MI ingredients. 3-11:30pm, Open Space Park, Frankfort. General admission, $25; proceeds benefit Grow Benzie. growbenzie.org

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SWIM FOR GRAND TRAVERSE BAY: A twomile open water swim. Greilickville Harbor Park to volleyball beach, TC, starting at 8am. Afterparty next door at Clinch Park. Support the Watershed Center GT Bay & celebrate clean, healthy water. Register: swimforgtbay.com

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-------------------NORTHPORT WINE & CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL: 1-6pm, Marina Park. Enjoy a variety of wineries & breweries, restaurants, & music by Big Boss Blues. northportomenachamber.org

GAYLORD ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR: 10am4pm, Michaywé grounds & clubhouse. Admission is free. michaywe.com

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-------------------5TH ANNUAL KALKASKA STREET FAIR: Aug. 12-14. Today features the Kiwanis Annual Steak & Corn Family Picnic at Railroad Square, Downtown Kalkaska from 11:30am2:30pm. kalkaskavillage.com

-------------------IRONWORKERS FESTIVAL: Aug. 12-14, on the Straits of Mackinac, Mackinaw City.

Ironworkers from the U.S. & Canada compete in friendly competition. Includes knot tying, rivet toss, spud throw, column climb & more. There is also a parade, live music & more. ironfest.com

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GREAT LAKES CHILDREN’S MUSEUM’S 15TH ANNIVERSARY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION: 1-4pm, GLCM, TC. Featuring half off admission, the new Mini Mac - a scaled down replica of the Mackinac Bridge, the new exhibit “Guardians of The Great Lakes,” & much more. Find ‘GLCM 15th Birthday Celebration’ on Facebook.

-------------------17TH ANNUAL ALDEN CLASSIC SPORTS CAR SHOW: Sponsored by the Twin Bay British Car Club, this show features sports cars from all over the world. 9am-4pm. Find ‘Alden Classic Sports Car Show’ on Facebook.

-------------------SPECTRUM BRASS ENSEMBLE: Bay View Music Festival: Two student brass quintets from the Spectrum Brass Seminar play brass music from the Renaissance thru the 20th Century & feature a World Premiere composition by Bay View Alumnus, Joe Clark. 3pm, City Opera House, TC. Free. cityoperahouse.org

-------------------TRAVERSE CITY DANCE PROJECT: Enjoy four ballets & live music by top dancers, choreographers & musicians. 2pm, Northport Community Arts Center. Tickets: $20 adults, $5 students. northportcac.org

-------------------“MARY POPPINS”: This musical will be held at Ramsdell Theatre, Manistee at 2pm. Tickets start at $16. mynorthtickets.com

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WRITING PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN: With author of “A Cat with Three Tales,” Karen Rieser. 10am, Peninsula Community Library in the Old Mission Peninsula School, TC. peninsulacommunitylibrary.org

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MONDAY NIGHT CONCERTS IN THE PARK: Featuring Phoenix Rising: A Tribute to the music of Dan Fogelberg, featuring Jim Hawley.

7pm, Onekama Village Park. onekama.info

-------------------SUMMERFOLK BENEFIT CONCERT: 6:30pm, Charlevoix Public Library. Featuring Jessica Dominic & Dwain Martin. charlevoixlibrary.org

-------------------NCAC AUDITIONS: For “The Dixie Swim Club.” 6pm, Northport Community Arts Center. northportcac.org

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LOCAL AUTHOR FAIR: Featuring about 30 local authors at the Carnegie Building, Petoskey from 3-5pm. Includes Dennis Cawthorne & Alison DeCamp. Free. Info: petoskeylibrary.org

-------------------AUDITIONS: For “Dinner with the Boys.” 7pm, Old Town Playhouse Studio Depot Theater, 620 Railroad Pl., TC. Parts for four men, various ages. Find ‘Auditions: Dinner with the Boys’ on Facebook.

-------------------ENSO STRING QUARTET: This quartet has won several Grammys in their 17-year tenure.

8pm, Corson Auditorium, Interlochen Center for the Arts. All seats, $28.50. interlochen.org

aug 16

tuesday

MANISTEE SHORELINE SHOWCASE: Featuring Rudy Petschauers NYC All Stars with Melanie Marod.

7pm, 1st Street Beach, Manistee.

------------------TRAVERSE BAY WATERSHED GREENS OPEN HOUSE: Also a new member info meeting. 6:30pm, Horizon Books, TC. 231392-6843.

-------------------ORYANA PATIO PICNIC CONCERTS: Adam Waugh performs a blend of Indie, folk, Americana, blues, jazz & gypsy. 5:30-7pm, Oryana Community Co-op, TC. Free. oryana.coop

-------------------MANITOU MUSIC FESTIVAL: Presents the Summer Singers, an all-volunteer group of 50 voices who will present a wide variety of vocal works at Glen Lake Community Reformed Church from 7-9pm. Free. glenarborart.org

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COFFEE @ TEN: With Tina Zinn, owner of The Cheese Lady cheese shop in TC. 10am, Crooked Tree Arts Center, TC. crookedtree.org

-------------------A BEER RUN FOR FUN: 5-9pm, The Filling Station, TC. Run/walk one mile down the TART Trail, & arrive at Right Brain Brewery for happy hour prices. Then run one mile back to The Filling Station to enjoy beer, pizza & live music. Proceeds benefit the TART Trails. kayakbikebrew.com/beerrun

-------------------PADDLE ANTRIM “FUN” PADDLE: 6:30pm, Richardi Park, Bellaire. Free. paddleantrim.com

-------------------NCAC AUDITIONS: (See Mon., Aug. 15) -------------------AUDITIONS: (See Mon., Aug. 15) -------------------MAKING & LEARNING: A Three Day Workshop: Aug. 16-18, Benzonia Public Library, 10am-4:30pm. Today includes a “field trip” to Grow Benzie, with several maker demonstrations. Free. Info: 231-882-4111. benzonialibrary.org

aug 17

wednesday

PROGRAM & SIGNING: Author R.J. Fox will discuss & sign his memoir “Love & Vodka: My Surreal Adventures in the Ukraine” from 6-7pm at McLean & Eakin Booksellers, Petoskey. mcleanandeakin.com

-------------------BOOK SIGNING: “Herschel Takes Flight” by Rob Ford. There will also be story time & a craft. 11am, Cottage Bookshop, Glen Arbor. cottagebooks.com

-------------------KIDS BIKE LIBRARY: Presented by Norte! from 9am-noon at the Traverse Area District Library, TC. Info: elgruponorte.org/school/ library/

-------------------GAYLORD AREA BUSINESS AFTER HOURS: 5-7pm, Lappan’s of Gaylord. Give aways. gaylordchamber.com

-------------------CITIZENS’ CLIMATE LOBBY MEETING: 6:30-8:30pm, Thirlby Room, Traverse Area District Library, TC. 231-499-6747.

-------------------WINE DOWN WEDNESDAYS: Live music by E Minor from 5-7pm on the patio at Chateau Grand Traverse, TC. Wine & small bites available. cgtwines.com/winedown

-------------------MOVIES IN THE PARK: “The Goonies” will be shown in the bandshell at Memorial Park, East Jordan at dusk.

-------------------FOURTH ANNUAL SUMMER SUPER SWIRL: 5:30-8pm, Crooked Tree Arts Center,

Petoskey. Enjoy live-art demonstrations, music by multiple performers including Robin Lee Berry, Kellerville & others, & sample wines & food from D&W Fresh Market. $25 advance, $30 door. crookedtree.org

SE OP PT EN - - - - - - - - - - - - - -. -20 ----Announcing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - CHARLEVOIX SUMMER SIDEWALK16 MANITOU MUSIC FESTIVAL: Presents SALES: Aug. 18-20, Downtown Charlevoix,

CONCERT IN THE PARK: Enjoy jazz with Ali Ryerson & band. 7-9pm, East Park, Downtown Charlevoix.

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multi-instrumentalist, songwriter & dobro player Mark Lavengood. 8-10pm, DH Day Campground Amphitheater, Glen Arbor. Free. glenarborart.org

9am-6pm. charlevoix.org

ANNUAL HOWL AT THE MOON: 6-9pm, Nub’s Nob, Harbor Springs. Featuring local specialties/drinks by area restaurants, live • Located inAthe of Traverse City, MAKING & LEARNING: Threeheart Day Workmusic by Jeff Pagel, a silent auction & more. shop: Aug.directly 16-18, Benzonia Public Library, benefit the Little Traverse Bay Huacross from MunsonProceeds Medical Center 10am-4:30pm. Today includes the Benzonia mane Society. ltbhs.com ofFree.

Elmwood Ave. & 7th Street) MakerFest(corner from 6-8pm.

Info: 231-882BIG SUMMER BOOK SALE: 10am-4pm, Bel4111. benzonialibrary.org • Quality care at affordable rates in a Library. warm, laire Public bellairelibrary.org ENSO STRING QUARTET:atmosphere (See Mon., Aug. 15) family-like AUGUST GEEK BREAKFAST: A networking • Locally owned managed “ERNIE”: Mitch Albom’s hit play,and “Ernie” event for tech-minded people to discuss topics brings Detroit’s beloved Hall of Fame broadlike social media, digital marketing, design, New construction with all comforts &ofmore home caster •Ernie Harwell to the stage. 7:30pm, City theprogramming, over bacon, eggs & cofOpera House, TC. Tickets: $20, $25. cityoperfee. 7:45am, Bubba’s, TC. geekbreakfast.org ahouse.org MUSIC ON THE BIDWELL PLAZA: Consistently voted among the top jazz flutists in the Downbeat Jazz Poll, Ali Ryerson performs on the Bidwell Plaza, Crooked Tree Arts Center, “SONG FOR HOPE” FUNPetoskey at 12:30pm. Free. crookedtree.org DRAISER: Presented by Buckets of Rain in front of MAKING & LEARNING: A Three Day WorkHorizon Books, Downtown shop: Aug. 16-18, Benzonia Public Library, TC. Volunteers will sing & 10am-4:30pm. Free. Info: 231-882-4111. play “This Land Is Your Land” for 75 consecubenzonialibrary.org tive hours from 9am this morning until noon on Sun., Aug. 21. Buckets of Rain is raising MUSIC ON THE MOUNTAIN: With all-family money to fund urban gardening projects in the band Crossroads who performs jazz, funk, Detroit area & elsewhere, growing vegetables bebop & blues. 7-9pm, at the top of Bay for homeless shelters & food pantries. songMountain, The Homestead Resort, Glen Arbor. forhope.org Tickets: $15 advance, $20 door. homesteadresort.com SOUTH MEET & GREET THE ARTIST & WINE RESERVE TODAY! TASTING: With artist Connie McEwan. 4-8pm, “ERNIE”: (See Weds., Aug. 17) assisted living Stafford’s of Art & History, Petoskey.

(231)Gallery 929-8131 • FrenchManorSouth.com 231-347-0142.

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-------------------GT GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY MEETING: 1pm, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, TC. 231-275-6671.

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aug 19

friday

BRIAN BLUMENTHAL AKA “BLOOMER”: Brian has performed all over the U.S. for the past 17 years. He brings his song selections that span decades. 8-11pm, Ridge Restaurant & Tap House, Peshawbestown.

231-866-4372.

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THIRD THURSDAY EVENT: To support the Women’s Resource Center. Art by Mike Sharp, Sheryl Budnik & Mary Beth Acosta. Music by Blake Elliott & The Robinson Affair & E Minor.

5:30-8pm, Betsie Bay Furniture, Frankfort.

231-352-4202.

Monday-Thursday - - - - - -3pm-6pm -------------- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 49TH ANNUAL NATIONAL COHO FESTIHISTORY OF$3 PORTAGE LAKE CHANNEL & VAL: 19-21, Honor.

Events include the pints and $2Aug.off wine ONEKAMA: With Tom Gerhard, Becky Cline & Hole in One Challenge, Kids Movie Night, Ryker Johnson. 2pm, Farr Center, Onekama.

-------------------FULL MOON FEAST + SHOW & TELL: CORN MOON: Enjoy a potluck feast & open mic – for stories, poems, song, dance, etc.

6pm, Martha Wagbo Farm & Education Center, East Jordan. 231-536-0333.

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CENTENNIAL BAND FEATURING JAZZ: 2-3pm, Traverse Area District Library, TC. tadl.org

-------------------UPBEAT DOWNTOWN THURSDAYS: With Rudy Petschauer’s NYC All Stars with Melanie Marod. 7-9:15pm, Pavilion, Downtown Cadillac. cadillacmichigan.com

Isaac’s 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament, the National Coho Festival Parade, & much more. nationalcohosalmonfestival.org

-------------------“SONG FOR HOPE” FUNDRAISER: (See Thurs., Aug. 18)

-------------------CENTENNIAL BAND FEATURING JAZZ: 1-2pm, Platte River Campground Amphitheater in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

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SUMMER EVENINGS AT FLINTFIELDS: day-Thursday 3pm-6pm $3 pints a Country with Kari Lynch Band. Served

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with farm BBQ. 6-9pm, Flintfields Horse Park, Williamsburg. Tickets: $10-$15. mynorthtickets.com

JAZZ AT SUNSET: Enjoy an evening of Live Music Thursday, Friday & Saturday evenings music with the Jeff Haas Trio & Don Julin & ART PARK GALA FUNDRAISER: The Nancy Stagnitta, wine & stunning sunsets at Legacy-Gala signature fundraiser for Chateau Chantal, TC fromSlider 7-9:30pm. Challenge www.

On-going Eatis the one of each Michigan Legacy Art Park. It takes place in the chateauchantal.com of the sliders on the menu oneMountain, visit)ThompCrystal(during Center at Crystal CONCERTS ON THE LAWN: Enjoy singer sonville at 6pm. The Legacy Award will be and receive a free Shed t-shirt songwriter Miriam Pico’s blend of folk, jazz & presented by Gene Jenneman & the Dennos pop. 7-8:30pm, GT Pavilions, TC. gtpavilions.org Museum Center. Info: michiganlegacyartpark. org/events S’more Saturdays - Saturdays after 8pm, BUCKLEY OLD ENGINE SHOW: Aug. 18-21, receive free DIYFeaturs’more pack withHOME anyTOUR: purchase SHARECARE A tour of six Buckley Old Engine a Show Grounds. unique homes of Leelanau. 10am-4pm. Ticking 1,000+ antique tractors, 1800’s saw mill, ets, $25. sharecareleelanau.org antique cars & trucks, farm animal exhibit, tractor slow race & much behind more. buckleyoldenlocated gineshow.org

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PETOSKEY TRIATHLONS: 8am. 3disciplines.com

-------------------5TH ANNUAL KALKASKA STREET FAIR: Aug. 12-14. Today features the Kiwanis Annual Steak & Corn Family Picnic at Railroad Square, Downtown Kalkaska from 11:30am2:30pm. kalkaskavillage.com

-------------------IRONWORKERS FESTIVAL: Aug. 12-14, on the Straits of Mackinac, Mackinaw City.

Ironworkers from the U.S. & Canada compete in friendly competition. Includes knot tying, rivet toss, spud throw, column climb & more. There is also a parade, live music & more. ironfest.com

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GREAT LAKES CHILDREN’S MUSEUM’S 15TH ANNIVERSARY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION: 1-4pm, GLCM, TC. Featuring half off admission, the new Mini Mac - a scaled down replica of the Mackinac Bridge, the new exhibit “Guardians of The Great Lakes,” & much more. Find ‘GLCM 15th Birthday Celebration’ on Facebook.

-------------------17TH ANNUAL ALDEN CLASSIC SPORTS CAR SHOW: Sponsored by the Twin Bay British Car Club, this show features sports cars from all over the world. 9am-4pm. Find ‘Alden Classic Sports Car Show’ on Facebook.

-------------------SPECTRUM BRASS ENSEMBLE: Bay View Music Festival: Two student brass quintets from the Spectrum Brass Seminar play brass music from the Renaissance thru the 20th Century & feature a World Premiere composition by Bay View Alumnus, Joe Clark. 3pm, City Opera House, TC. Free. cityoperahouse.org

aug 16

tuesday

MANISTEE SHORELINE SHOWCASE: Featuring Rudy Petschauers NYC All Stars with Melanie Marod.

7pm, 1st Street Beach, Manistee.

------------------TRAVERSE BAY WATERSHED GREENS OPEN HOUSE: Also a new member info meeting. 6:30pm, Horizon Books, TC. 231392-6843.

-------------------ORYANA PATIO PICNIC CONCERTS: Adam Waugh performs a blend of Indie, folk, Americana, blues, jazz & gypsy. 5:30-7pm, Oryana Community Co-op, TC. Free. oryana.coop

-------------------MANITOU MUSIC FESTIVAL: Presents the Summer Singers, an all-volunteer group of 50 voices who will present a wide variety of vocal works at Glen Lake Community Reformed Church from 7-9pm. Free. glenarborart.org

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COFFEE @ TEN: With Tina Zinn, owner of The Cheese Lady cheese shop in TC. 10am, Crooked Tree Arts Center, TC. crookedtree.org

-------------------A BEER RUN FOR FUN: 5-9pm, The Filling Station, TC. Run/walk one mile down the TART Trail, & arrive at Right Brain Brewery for happy hour prices. Then run one mile back to The Filling Station to enjoy beer, pizza & live music. Proceeds benefit the TART Trails. kayakbikebrew.com/beerrun

COPPER FALLS Rok & Grille

-------------------TRAVERSE CITY DANCE PROJECT: Enjoy four ballets & live music by top dancers, choreographers & musicians. 2pm, Northport Community Arts Center. Tickets: $20 adults, $5 students. northportcac.org

-------------------“MARY POPPINS”: This musical will be held at Ramsdell Theatre, Manistee at 2pm. Tickets start at $16. mynorthtickets.com

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-------------------PADDLE ANTRIM “FUN” PADDLE: 6:30pm, Richardi Park, Bellaire. Free. paddleantrim.com

-------------------NCAC AUDITIONS: (See Mon., Aug. 15) -------------------AUDITIONS: (See Mon., Aug. 15) -------------------MAKING & LEARNING: A Three Day Workshop: Aug. 16-18, Benzonia Public Library, 10am-4:30pm. Today includes a “field trip” to Grow Benzie, with several maker demonstrations. Free. Info: 231-882-4111. benzonialibrary.org

aug aug wednesday 15 TRAVERSE CITY’S PREMIUM SEAFOOD & STEAKHOUSE Named "Best Dance Studio in Traverse City" 17 1796 South Gar field Road • Traverse City

WRITING PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN: With author of “A Cat with Three Tales,” Karen Rieser. 10am, Peninsula Community Library in the Old Mission Peninsula School, TC. peninsulacommunitylibrary.org corner of South Gar field

PROGRAM & SIGNING: Author R.J. Fox will discuss & sign his memoir & Vodka: and South“Love Airpor t My Surreal Adventures in the Ukraine” from 6-7pm at McLean & Eakin Booksellers, Petoskey. mcleanandeakin.com

-------------------MONDAY NIGHT CONCERTS IN THE PARK: 231-943-1103 • copper fallsgrill.com Featuring Phoenix Rising: A Tribute to the music of Dan Fogelberg, featuring Jim Hawley.

-------------------7pm, Onekama Village Park. onekama.info BOOK SIGNING: “Herschel Takes Flight” by - - - -NAMED - - - - - - - - - "BEST - - - - - - - DANCE Rob Ford. There will also be story time & a STUDIO SUMMERFOLK BENEFITstudios CONCERT: 6:30pm, Four spacious at our Charlevoix Public Library. Featuring Jessica state-of-the-art facility Dominic & Dwain Martin. charlevoixlibrary.org

craft. 11am, Cottage Bookshop, Glen Arbor. cottagebooks.com

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Named "Best Dance Studio in Traverse City"

Classes NCAC AUDITIONS: Forinclude: “The Dixie Swim from 9am-noon at the Traverse Area District Club.” 6pm, Northport Arts TC.Winning Info: elgruponorte.org/school/ Mommy & MeCommunity (18 months & up) Center.

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Classes include: Old Town Playhouse Studio Depot Theater, Mommy & Me (18 months & Up) Graded Cecchetti Ballet Examinations Classes include: Circle • Preferred Outlet 620 Railroad Pl., TC. Parts for four men, 3811 Marketplace WINE DOWN WEDNESDAYS: Live Center music by Creative Movement (Ages 2 & up) Mommy & Me (18 months & up) Musical Theater Home ofthe the AwardEWinning Company Dance Traverse Traverse City various ages. Find ‘Auditions: Dinner with Minor from 5-7pm on the patio at Chateau Pre-K Ballet Creative Movement (Ages 2 & up) Pilates • Zumba • Cardio Hip Hop www.danceartstraverse.com Boys’ on Facebook.

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Petoskey. Enjoy live-art demonstrations, music by multiple performers including Robin Lee Berry, Kellerville & others, & sample wines & food from D&W Fresh Market. $25 advance, $30 door. crookedtree.org

-------------------MANITOU MUSIC FESTIVAL: Presents multi-instrumentalist, songwriter & dobro player Mark Lavengood. 8-10pm, DH Day Campground Amphitheater, Glen Arbor. Free. glenarborart.org

-------------------MAKING & LEARNING: A Three Day Workshop: Aug. 16-18, Benzonia Public Library, 10am-4:30pm. Today includes the Benzonia MakerFest from 6-8pm. Free. Info: 231-8824111. benzonialibrary.org

-------------------ENSO STRING QUARTET: (See Mon., Aug. 15) -------------------“ERNIE”: Mitch Albom’s hit play, “Ernie” brings Detroit’s beloved Hall of Fame broadcaster Ernie Harwell to the stage. 7:30pm, City Opera House, TC. Tickets: $20, $25. cityoperahouse.org

aug 18

thursday

“SONG FOR HOPE” FUNDRAISER: Presented by Buckets of Rain in front of Horizon Books, Downtown TC. Volunteers will sing & play “This Land Is Your Land” for 75 consecutive hours from 9am this morning until noon on Sun., Aug. 21. Buckets of Rain is raising money to fund urban gardening projects in the Detroit area & elsewhere, growing vegetables for homeless shelters & food pantries. songforhope.org

-------------------MEET & GREET THE ARTIST & WINE TASTING: With artist Connie McEwan. 4-8pm, Stafford’s Gallery of Art & History, Petoskey.

231-347-0142.

-------------------GT GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY MEETING: 1pm, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, TC. 231-275-6671.

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THIRD THURSDAY EVENT: To support the Women’s Resource Center. Art by Mike Sharp, Sheryl Budnik & Mary Beth Acosta. Music by Blake Elliott & The Robinson Affair & E Minor.

5:30-8pm, Betsie Bay Furniture, Frankfort.

231-352-4202.

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HISTORY OF PORTAGE LAKE CHANNEL & ONEKAMA: With Tom Gerhard, Becky Cline & Ryker Johnson. 2pm, Farr Center, Onekama.

-------------------FULL MOON FEAST + SHOW & TELL: CORN MOON: Enjoy a potluck feast & open mic – for stories, poems, song, dance, etc.

6pm, Martha Wagbo Farm & Education Center, East Jordan. 231-536-0333.

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CENTENNIAL BAND FEATURING JAZZ: 2-3pm, Traverse Area District Library, TC. tadl.org

-------------------UPBEAT DOWNTOWN THURSDAYS: With Rudy Petschauer’s NYC All Stars with Melanie Marod. 7-9:15pm, Pavilion, Downtown Cadillac. cadillacmichigan.com

-------------------JAZZ AT SUNSET: Enjoy an evening of music with the Jeff Haas Trio & Don Julin & Nancy Stagnitta, wine & stunning sunsets at Chateau Chantal, TC from 7-9:30pm. www. chateauchantal.com

-------------------CONCERTS ON THE LAWN: Enjoy singer songwriter Miriam Pico’s blend of folk, jazz & pop. 7-8:30pm, GT Pavilions, TC. gtpavilions.org

CONCERT IN THE PARK: Enjoy jazz with Ali Ryerson & band. 7-9pm, East Park, Downtown Charlevoix.

-------------------CHARLEVOIX SUMMER SIDEWALK SALES: Aug. 18-20, Downtown Charlevoix, 9am-6pm. charlevoix.org

-------------------ANNUAL HOWL AT THE MOON: 6-9pm, Nub’s Nob, Harbor Springs. Featuring local specialties/drinks by area restaurants, live music by Jeff Pagel, a silent auction & more.

Proceeds benefit the Little Traverse Bay Humane Society. ltbhs.com

-------------------BIG SUMMER BOOK SALE: 10am-4pm, Bellaire Public Library. bellairelibrary.org

-------------------AUGUST GEEK BREAKFAST: A networking event for tech-minded people to discuss topics like social media, digital marketing, design, programming, & more over bacon, eggs & coffee. 7:45am, Bubba’s, TC. geekbreakfast.org

-------------------MUSIC ON THE BIDWELL PLAZA: Consistently voted among the top jazz flutists in the Downbeat Jazz Poll, Ali Ryerson performs on the Bidwell Plaza, Crooked Tree Arts Center, Petoskey at 12:30pm. Free. crookedtree.org

-------------------MAKING & LEARNING: A Three Day Workshop: Aug. 16-18, Benzonia Public Library, 10am-4:30pm. Free. Info: 231-882-4111. benzonialibrary.org

-------------------MUSIC ON THE MOUNTAIN: With all-family band Crossroads who performs jazz, funk, bebop & blues. 7-9pm, at the top of Bay Mountain, The Homestead Resort, Glen Arbor.

Tickets: $15 advance, $20 door. homesteadresort.com

-------------------“ERNIE”: (See Weds., Aug. 17)

aug 19

friday

BRIAN BLUMENTHAL AKA “BLOOMER”: Brian has performed all over the U.S. for the past 17 years. He brings his song selections that span decades. 8-11pm, Ridge Restaurant & Tap House, Peshawbestown.

231-866-4372.

-------------------49TH ANNUAL NATIONAL COHO FESTIVAL: Aug. 19-21, Honor. Events include the Hole in One Challenge, Kids Movie Night, Isaac’s 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament, the National Coho Festival Parade, & much more. nationalcohosalmonfestival.org

-------------------“SONG FOR HOPE” FUNDRAISER: (See Thurs., Aug. 18)

-------------------CENTENNIAL BAND FEATURING JAZZ: 1-2pm, Platte River Campground Amphitheater in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

-------------------SUMMER EVENINGS AT FLINTFIELDS: Country with Kari Lynch Band. Served with farm BBQ. 6-9pm, Flintfields Horse Park, Williamsburg. Tickets: $10-$15. mynorthtickets.com

-------------------ART PARK GALA FUNDRAISER: The Legacy Gala is the signature fundraiser for Michigan Legacy Art Park. It takes place in the Crystal Center at Crystal Mountain, Thompsonville at 6pm. The Legacy Award will be presented by Gene Jenneman & the Dennos Museum Center. Info: michiganlegacyartpark. org/events

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FOURTH ANNUAL SUMMER SUPER Graded Cecchetti Ballet Examinations 3811 MarketplaceSWIRL: Circle • Preferred Outlet Center Tree Arts Center, 5:30-8pm, Crooked Musical Theater Traverse City Register online at danceartstraverse.com Pilates • Zumba • Cardio Hip Hop www.danceartstraverse.com 8.15.223045.tcaps

22 •Open august 15,August 2016 16th • Northern Express House & 17th from 10:00 toWeekly 4:00. Come Join Us!

Buckley Old Engine Show Grounds. Featuring 1,000+ antique tractors, 1800’s saw mill, antique cars & trucks, farm animal exhibit, tractor slow race & much more. buckleyoldengineshow.org

SHARECARE HOME TOUR: A tour of six unique homes of Leelanau. 10am-4pm. Tickets, $25. sharecareleelanau.org

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SHOWSTOPPERS: Presented by the Advanced Musical Theatre Workshop at Old Town Playhouse Studio Theatre @ the Depot, TC at 7pm. Tickets: $6-$15. mynorthtickets.com

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SUNSET WATER TOUR: 6-9pm. This tour will guide paddlers along the shores of Lower Herring Lake while Conservation specialist John Ransom speaks about the Herring Lakes Watershed, threats to water quality & more.

Presented by the Benzie Conservation District.

Suggested donation: $5-$10. Register: 231882-4391, ext. 13.

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MUSIC IN THE PARK: Enjoy folk with the New Third Coast. 7-9pm, Marina Park, Northport.

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14TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL ON THE BAY: Aug. 19-20, Petoskey waterfront. Tonight features music by the Jelly Roll Blues Band, Petoskey Steel Drum Band, The Pistil Whips, & The Cookies; children’s events; & more. Info: petoskeyfestival.com

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CHARLEVOIX SUMMER SIDEWALK SALES: (See Thurs., Aug. 18)

-------------------BIG SUMMER BOOK SALE: (See Thurs., Aug. 18)

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4TH ANNUAL KIERSTEN’S RIDE: Horseback (10am)/walk (11am)/ATV ride (2pm) to benefit suicide prevention programs in northern lower MI. Chandler Hills Campground, Boyne Falls. $10 pre-registration fee; $25 day of. 231675-5047.

-------------------SATURDAY PROGRAMMING – RELATIONSHIPS IN NATURE: 10am-4pm, Boardman River Nature Center, TC. 10:30am: Tour of the Fox Den trail. At 1:30pm will be a tour of the nature gallery & a hike discussing MI’s predators. Presented by the GT Conservation District. natureiscalling.org

-------------------PLEIN AIR PAINT OUT & WET PAINT SALE: Held in Downtown TC, artists will paint from 8am-4pm. Following will be a wet paint sale at Crooked Tree Arts Center, TC from 5-7pm. crookedtree.org/TC

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TC ROLLER DERBY FINAL HOME BOUT: The Toxic Cherries vs. the Ypsilanti Vigilantes.

6pm, GT County Civic Center, TC. Tickets: $10 advance, $15 door. facebook.com/tcrollerderby

-------------------LAKE LEELANAU STREET FAIR: 1-6pm.

Featuring live music by Oh Brother Big Sister, Lindsay Lou & the Flatbellies, & Mike Mains & the Branches; wine tasting, food, artists & more. lakeleelanaustreetfair.org

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PLEIN AIR PAINT OUT: Held in Downtown TC, artists will work from 4pm into the night, capturing scenes in & around the Friday Night Live block party. crookedtree.org/TC

JOB WINSLOW CHAPTER: National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution Meeting. 11am, Elks Lodge, TC. This month’s program is “Our Experience as Peace Corps Volunteers in Africa.” Reservations: 946-6337.

FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE: Featuring music, art, food & fun on East Front Street, Downtown TC, 5-9pm. www.downtowntc.com

MUSIC IN MACKINAW: With Midnight Special, a classic rock cover band. 8pm, Conkling Heritage Park, Mackinaw City.

--------------------------------------2ND ANNUAL JAZZ WEEKEND: With Gabe Bolkosky & Friends. 7:30pm, Beaver Island Community Center Theatre. Tickets: $50 per night or $75 for two nights. bicaa.org

-------------------FAITH, FAMILY, FITNESS 5K RUN/WALK: 9pm, Bellaire. Bring a bag of non-perishable foods for the Bellaire Food Pantry, along with registration fee. Info: bellairechamber.com

-------------------CEDAR RIVER MOONRISE PADDLE: Join Leelanau Conservancy docents for a paddle down the Cedar River at 7pm. Meet at the parking lot by the recycling area in Cedar, which is near the bridge. Register. leelanauconservancy.org

--------------------------------------SAVING BIRDS THRU HABITAT’S FUNDRAISER: Featuring best selling author Doug Tallamy (Bringing Nature Home). 5-7:30pm, under the tent at Habitat Discovery Center, Omena. Tickets, $35. savingbirds.org

-------------------FAMILY ASTRONOMY NIGHT: 8-11pm, Kingsley Branch of the Traverse Area District Library. The GT Astronomical Society presents “Exploring Summer Skies” & brings their highpowered telescopes. tadl.org/kingsley

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PESHAWBESTOWN TRADITIONAL POW WOW: Presented by the GT Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians featuring native singers, dancers, artists & artisans. Noon, Peshawbestown powwow grounds. gtbindians.org

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DISNEY’S ALADDIN, KIDS: 2pm & 7pm, Old Town Playhouse, TC. oldtownplayhouse.com

40TH FRANKFORT ART FAIR: 4-8pm, Market Square Park. 231-352-7251.

“ERNIE”: (See Weds., Aug. 17)

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BRIAN BLUMENTHAL AKA “BLOOMER”: (See Fri., Aug. 19)

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49TH ANNUAL NATIONAL COHO FESTIVAL: (See Fri., Aug. 19)

-------------------“SONG FOR HOPE” FUNDRAISER: (See Thurs., Aug. 18)

-------------------CENTENNIAL BAND FEATURING JAZZ: 9pm, InsideOut Gallery, TC. 929-3254.

-------------------POWER ISLAND – RAPA NUI: 8am-1pm, Bowers Harbor Park, TC. SUP, kayak, surfski paddle event. 3 mile paddle to Power Island, 2.2 mile trail run around the island, & 3 mile paddle back to finish line at Bowers Harbor.

Find ‘Power Island – Rapa Nui’ on Facebook.

-------------------STREET MUSIQUE: With Younce Guitar Duo, Kirby, Kellerville, & more. 7-9pm, Main St., Harbor Springs. harborspringschamber.com

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BUCKLEY OLD ENGINE SHOW: (See Thurs., Aug. 18)

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8TH ANNUAL BARK AT THE PARK: 11am3pm, Hull Park, behind the Traverse Area FREELibrary, CLASSES ALL DAY District TC. A HANDDS to the ResSHOWSTOPPERS: Presented by the Adcue event – meet yourONLY soulmutt.$40/MONTH Food, silent MEMBERSHIP WITH UNLIMITED CLASSES vanced Musical Theatre Workshop at Old Town auction, activities, demonstrations & more.

STUDENT MEMBERSHIP SPECIAL Playhouse Studio Theatre @ the Depot, TC at handdstotherescue.com Tickets: $6-$15. mynorthtickets.com DRAWING FOR FREE T-SHIRTFREE2pm.

CLASSES ALL DAY! 29TH ANNUAL RUBBER DUCKY FESTIVAL: MUCH MORE… OLD ENGINE SHOW: (See Thurs., Held in Downtown Bellaire from 10am-6pm, MEMBERSHIP ONLY $40/MONTHBUCKLEY WITH UNLIMITED CLASSES Aug. 18) the highlight of this festival is a quarter-mile STUDENT MEMBERSHIP SPECIAL - DRAWING FOR FREE race when 2,000 yellow ducks are dumped into SANDS INFINITY CONCERT theT-SHIRTS Intermediate River with the finish line at & MUCH ONE AROUND WILL BE OPEN TO & FREE CLASSES ALLBEMORE! DAY CLUB ONE WILL OPEN TOCLUB THE PUBLIC DURING BUSINESS HOURS. KIRTAN: Presented by Yoga for Health EducaRiverside Marina. There will also be kids’ acTHE PUBLIC DURING BUSINESS HOURS. MEMBERSHIP ONLY $40/MONTH WITH UNLIMITED tion in Kirkbride Hall, TC atCLASSES 7pm. Tickets, $25. tivities at Duckling Park, a parade, arts & crafts yogaforhealthtc.com fair,STUDENT “Beatles Forever” performing at Bellaire MEMBERSHIP SPECIAL Public Library, & more. bellairechamber.com

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-------------------ENSO STRING QUARTET: (See Mon., Aug. 15) -------------------40TH FRANKFORT ART FAIR: 10am-4pm, Market Square Park. 231-352-7251.

-------------------LITERATURE ON THE LAKESHORE SERIES: Scott Peters presents “Making Waves: Michigan’s Boat-Building Industry 1865-2000.”

4-5pm, Leland Library Munnecke Community Presented Room. lelandlibrary.org

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-------------------FRANKFORT COLLECTOR CAR SHOW: 8am-5pm, Mineral Springs Park. Featuring over 100 cars on display. frankfort-elberta.com

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DUNE DASH 4 MILE RUN/WALK: 9am, Dune Climb, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Glen Arbor. Proceeds benefit the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail. dunedash.com

-------------------“ERNIE”: (See Weds., Aug. 17)

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“LEAVING IOWA” AUDITIONS: (See Sat., Aug. 20)

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“SONG FOR HOPE” FUNDRAISER: (See Thurs., Aug. 18)

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49TH ANNUAL NATIONAL COHO FESTIVAL: (See Fri., Aug. 19)

14TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL ON THE BAY: Aug. 19-20, Petoskey waterfront. Today features music by Becoming Human, 3 Hearted, The Accidentals, Billy Strings, & many others; children’s events including a petting zoo; YMCA Color Fun Run; Chalk the Walk; & more. Info: petoskeyfestival.com

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PADDLE 4 THE POOL: 10am-2pm, Ferry Beach, Charlevoix. Estimate your elapsed time for this 4-mile paddle event & if you come close, you could be one of the winners. A fundraising event for the Charlevoix Area Community Pool. paddle4thepool.com

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BARBARA BAILEY HUTCHISON CONCERT: Grammy Award winning singer songwriter Barbara Bailey Hutchison’s official final public performance. 7:30pm, Aten Place, Boyne Falls.

SOLD OUT. atenplace.com

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Bay at 8am, followed by biking on Old Mission Peninsula & running on Neahtawanta Rd. Sprint & SATURDAY, Olympic distances. enduranceevolution.com AUGUST 20 PESHAWBESTOWN 7 : 0 0 a m TRADITIONAL – 4 : 0 0 p m POW WOW: (See 7:00AM Sat., Aug. 20) - 4:00PM

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MARK TWAIN’S “DIARIES OF ADAM AND EVE”: Presented by Armchair Theatre at Charlevoix Circle of Arts at 6:30pm. Suggested donation, $5. charlevoixcircle.com BEATLES FOREVER: Poet M.L. Liebler & musicians perform this short story about growing up in MI with the Beatles. 2pm, Red Sky Stage, Petoskey. 231-758-3100.

-------------------THE RUSSIAN MASTERS: With the Benzie Area Symphony Orchestra. 7pm, Benzie Central High School Auditorium. Featured soprano will be Laura Osgood. Tickets: $15 adults, $10 seniors. benziesymphony.com

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TRAVERSE CITY TRIATHLON: The race starts off with a swim in Bowers Harbor on West GT

CEMETERY TOURS: The Traverse Area Historical Society will conduct these walking tours of Oakwood Cemetery, TC at 7pm on Sundays in Aug. Cost, $10; proceeds benefit the Historical Society. Meet on the sidewalk outside the cemetery at the corner of Eighth St. & Steele 20 minutes before start time. 995-0313.

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STONE CIRCLE GATHERINGS: Poetry, storytelling & music every Sat. at 9pm through Sept.

3. Featuring a unique outdoor setting around a fire. Ten miles north of Elk Rapids off US 31. $5 adults, $3 kids. terry-wooten.com

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DEBTORS ANONYMOUS: 12 Step Meeting. Held on Tuesdays from 7-8pm at Munson Community Health Center, east door, Room G, TC. For info, email: tcdajp34@gmail.com

-------------------ADOPTION SATURDAYS: Pets Naturally, TC hosts one dog & one cat from the Cherryland Humane Society on Saturdays from 11am2pm. www.petsnaturallytc.com

-------------------PETOSKEY FARMS VINEYARD & WINERY: Open to the community every Thurs. from 5:30-8:30pm through Sept. Enjoy the outdoor patio with food & wine available to purchase & live music. petoskeyfarms.com

-------------------BOCCE E DEROCHE: Try your hand at authentic Italian Bocce while listening to Interlochen’s Brad DeRoche on guitar on Fridays & Saturdays, 7-10pm at Bella Fortuna North, Lake Leelanau. bellafortunarestaurant.com

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STROLL THE STREETS: 6-9pm, Fridays through Sept. 2, downtown Boyne City. Featuring musical entertainment, magicians, caricature artists, face painting, balloon twisting & more. boynechamber.com

-------------------THE VILLAGE OUTDOOR FARMERS MARKET: On the Piazza at The Village at GT Commons, TC on Mondays through Oct. from 12-4pm. www.thevillagetc.com

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SARA HARDY DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET: Farmers & gardeners from around the local region bring their fresh produce, flowers & baked goods to this Downtown Farmers Market located between Cass & Union streets, across from Clinch Park, TC. Held on Wednesdays from 8am-noon, & Saturdays from 7:30am-noon through Oct. www.downtowntc.com

-------------------DOWNTOWN PETOSKEY FARMERS MARKET: Fridays through Sept. 30, 8:30am-1pm. petoskeydowntown.com

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SHOWSTOPPERS: Presented by the Advanced Musical Theatre Workshop at Old Town Playhouse Studio Theatre @ the Depot, TC at 7pm. Tickets: $6-$15. mynorthtickets.com

4TH ANNUAL KIERSTEN’S RIDE: Horseback (10am)/walk (11am)/ATV ride (2pm) to benefit suicide prevention programs in northern lower MI. Chandler Hills Campground, Boyne Falls. $10 pre-registration fee; $25 day of. 231675-5047.

Watershed, threats to water quality & more.

Presented by the Benzie Conservation District.

Suggested donation: $5-$10. Register: 231882-4391, ext. 13.

River Nature Center, TC. 10:30am: Tour of the Fox Den trail. At 1:30pm will be a tour of the nature gallery & a hike discussing MI’s predators. Presented by the GT Conservation District. natureiscalling.org

Bay at 8am, followed by biking on Old Mission CHARLEVOIX SUMMER SIDEWALK SALES: Thrilling Peninsula & running on Neahtawanta Rd. Sprint (See Thurs., Aug. 18) Concert - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - & Olympic distances. enduranceevolution.com 8TH ANNUAL BARK AT THE PARK: 11amPESHAWBESTOWN TRADITIONAL POW Sunday - - - - - and --------------3pm, Hull Park, behind the Traverse Area WOW: (See Sat., Aug. 20) SUNSET WATER TOUR: 6-9pm. This tour -------------------District Library, TC. A HANDDS to the ResGrand Prix & Dinner Series - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - cue event – meet your soulmutt. Food, silent SHOWSTOPPERS: Presented by the Adwill guide paddlers along the shores of Lower SATURDAY PROGRAMMING – RELATIONvanced Musical Theatre Workshop at Old Town Herring Lake while Conservation specialist auction, activities, demonstrations & more.

Family Fun

by PorterhousePresents.com SHIPS IN NATURE: 10am-4pm, Boardman Playhouse Studio Theatre @ the Depot, TC at John Ransom speaks about the Herring Lakes handdstotherescue.com

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BUCKLEY OLD ENGINE SHOW: (See Thurs., Aug. 18)

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MUSIC IN THE PARK: Enjoy folk with the New Third Coast. 7-9pm, Marina Park, Northport.

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14TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL ON THE BAY: Aug. 19-20, Petoskey waterfront. Tonight features music by the Jelly Roll Blues Band, Petoskey Steel Drum Band, The Pistil Whips, & The Cookies; children’s events; & more. Info: petoskeyfestival.com

-------------------PLEIN AIR PAINT OUT & WET PAINT SALE: Held in Downtown TC, artists will paint from 8am-4pm. Following will be a wet paint sale at Crooked Tree Arts Center, TC from 5-7pm. crookedtree.org/TC

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TC ROLLER DERBY FINAL HOME BOUT: The Toxic Cherries vs. the Ypsilanti Vigilantes.

6pm, GT County Civic Center, TC. Tickets: $10 advance, $15 door. facebook.com/tcrollerderby

-------------------- - - - - - - - - - - 2pm - - - -- $50,000 - - - - - Grand LAKE LEELANAU STREET FAIR: 1-6pm.

Prix FEI CHARLEVOIX SUMMER SIDEWALK SALES: (See Thurs., Aug. 18)

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BIG SUMMER BOOK SALE: (See Thurs., 2pm - $50,000 Grand Aug. 18)

Featuring live music by Oh Brother Big Sister, Lindsay Lou & the Flatbellies, & Mike Mains & the Branches; wine tasting, food, artists & more. lakeleelanaustreetfair.org

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- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - JOB WINSLOW CHAPTER: National Society the Grandof Prix stay offor PLEIN AIR PAINTFollowing OUT: Held in Downtown the Daughters thethe American Revolution TC, artists will work from 4pm into the night, Meeting. 11am, Elks Lodge, TC. This month’s featuring capturing scenes inClosing & around theParty Friday Night programBilly is “OurStrings Experience as Peace Corps Live block party. crookedtree.org/TC

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Volunteers in Africa.” Reservations: 946-6337.

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FRIDAY NIGHT Featuring music, art,available MUSIC on IN MACKINAW: With Midnight Special, VIP LIVE: Tables & Tickets food & fun on East Front Street, Downtown a classic rock cover band. 8pm, Conkling HeriTC, 5-9pm. www.downtowntc.com tage Park, Mackinaw City.

- - - - - -For - - a- -complete - - - - - -schedule - - - - -of- events - - - - - and - - -times - - - -visit -----2ND ANNUAL JAZZ WEEKEND: With Gabe SAVING BIRDS THRU HABITAT’S FUNDBolkosky & Friends.www.GreatLakesEquestrianFestival.com 7:30pm, Beaver Island RAISER: Featuring best selling author Doug Community Center Theatre. Tickets: $50 per Tallamy (Bringing Nature Home). 5-7:30pm, night or $75 for two nights. bicaa.org under the tent at Habitat Discovery Center, Omena. Tickets, $35. savingbirds.org FAITH, FAMILY, FITNESS 5K RUN/WALK: FAMILY ASTRONOMY NIGHT: 8-11pm, 9pm, Bellaire. Bring a bag of non-perishable Kingsley Branch of the Traverse Area District foods for the Bellaire Food Pantry, along with Library. The GT Astronomical Society presents registration fee. Info: bellairechamber.com “Exploring Summer Skies” & brings their highCEDAR RIVER MOONRISE PADDLE: Join powered telescopes. tadl.org/kingsley Leelanau Conservancy docents for a paddle PESHAWBESTOWN TRADITIONAL POW down the Cedar River at 7pm. Meet at the WOW: Presented by the GT Band of Ottawa parking lot by the recycling area in Cedar, & Chippewa Indians featuring native singers, which is near the bridge. Register. leelanaudancers, artists & artisans. Noon, Peshawconservancy.org bestown powwow grounds. gtbindians.org 40TH FRANKFORT ART FAIR: 4-8pm, MarDISNEY’S ALADDIN, KIDS: 2pm & 7pm, Old ket Square Park. 231-352-7251.

Town Playhouse, TC. oldtownplayhouse.com “ERNIE”: (See Weds., Aug. 17) SHOWSTOPPERS: (See Fri., Aug. 19)

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BRIAN BLUMENTHAL AKA “BLOOMER”: (See Fri., Aug. 19)

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49TH ANNUAL NATIONAL COHO FESTIVAL: (See Fri., Aug. 19)

-------------------“SONG FOR HOPE” FUNDRAISER: (See Thurs., Aug. 18)

-------------------CENTENNIAL BAND FEATURING JAZZ: 9pm, InsideOut Gallery, TC. 929-3254.

-------------------POWER ISLAND – RAPA NUI: 8am-1pm, Bowers Harbor Park, TC. SUP, kayak, surfski paddle event. 3 mile paddle to Power Island, 2.2 mile trail run around the island, & 3 mile paddle back to finish line at Bowers Harbor.

Find ‘Power Island – Rapa Nui’ on Facebook.

-------------------STREET MUSIQUE: With Younce Guitar Duo, Kirby, Kellerville, & more. 7-9pm, Main St., Harbor Springs. harborspringschamber.com

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29TH ANNUAL RUBBER DUCKY FESTIVAL: Held in Downtown Bellaire from 10am-6pm, the highlight of this festival is a quarter-mile race when 2,000 yellow ducks are dumped into the Intermediate River with the finish line at Riverside Marina. There will also be kids’ activities at Duckling Park, a parade, arts & crafts fair, “Beatles Forever” performing at Bellaire Public Library, & more. bellairechamber.com

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2ND ANNUAL JAZZ WEEKEND: With Dave Bennett, clarinet; Pete Siers, drums; Paul Keller, bass; & Tad Weed, piano. 7:30pm, Beaver Island Community Center Theatre. Tickets: $50 per night or $75 for two nights. bicaa.org

-------------------FRIENDS OF THE BENZIE SHORES DISTRICT LIBRARY ANNUAL USED BOOK SALE: 9am-4pm, Benzie Shores District Library, Frankfort. benzieshoreslibrary.org

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“LEAVING IOWA” AUDITIONS: The Manistee Civic Players are looking for 6-27 women & men, ages 15-up. 7pm, Ramsdell Theatre Stage, Manistee. 231-723-7188.

-------------------ENSO STRING QUARTET: (See Mon., Aug. 15) -------------------40TH FRANKFORT ART FAIR: 10am-4pm, Market Square Park. 231-352-7251.

-------------------LITERATURE ON THE LAKESHORE SERIES: Scott Peters presents “Making Waves: Michigan’s Boat-Building Industry 1865-2000.”

4-5pm, Leland Library Munnecke Community Room. lelandlibrary.org

-------------------DOWNTOWN ART FAIR: 10am-5pm, Cass St. between Front & Washington, TC. downtowntc.com

-------------------FRANKFORT COLLECTOR CAR SHOW: 8am-5pm, Mineral Springs Park. Featuring over 100 cars on display. frankfort-elberta.com

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DUNE DASH 4 MILE RUN/WALK: 9am, Dune Climb, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Glen Arbor. Proceeds benefit the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail. dunedash.com

-------------------“ERNIE”: (See Weds., Aug. 17)

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“LEAVING IOWA” AUDITIONS: (See Sat., Aug. 20)

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“SONG FOR HOPE” FUNDRAISER: (See Thurs., Aug. 18)

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BARBARA BAILEY HUTCHISON CONCERT: Grammy Award winning singer songwriter Barbara Bailey Hutchison’s official final public performance. 7:30pm, Aten Place, Boyne Falls.

SOLD OUT. atenplace.com

49TH ANNUAL NATIONAL COHO FESTIVAL: (See Fri., Aug. 19)

14TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL ON THE BAY: Aug. 19-20, Petoskey waterfront. Today features music by Becoming Human, 3 Hearted, The Accidentals, Billy Strings, & many others; children’s events including a petting zoo; YMCA Color Fun Run; Chalk the Walk; & more. Info: petoskeyfestival.com

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PADDLE 4 THE POOL: 10am-2pm, Ferry Beach, Charlevoix. Estimate your elapsed time for this 4-mile paddle event & if you come close, you could be one of the winners. A fundraising event for the Charlevoix Area Community Pool. paddle4thepool.com

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MARK TWAIN’S “DIARIES OF ADAM AND EVE”: Presented by Armchair Theatre at Charlevoix Circle of Arts at 6:30pm. Suggested donation, $5. charlevoixcircle.com BEATLES FOREVER: Poet M.L. Liebler & musicians perform this short story about growing up in MI with the Beatles. 2pm, Red Sky Stage, Petoskey. 231-758-3100.

-------------------THE RUSSIAN MASTERS: With the Benzie Area Symphony Orchestra. 7pm, Benzie Central High School Auditorium. Featured soprano will be Laura Osgood. Tickets: $15 adults, $10 seniors. benziesymphony.com

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TRAVERSE CITY TRIATHLON: The race starts off with a swim in Bowers Harbor on West GT

2pm. Tickets: $6-$15. mynorthtickets.com

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SANDS AROUND INFINITY CONCERT & KIRTAN: Presented by Yoga for Health Education in Kirkbride Hall, TC at 7pm. Tickets, $25. yogaforhealthtc.com

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MCLAREN NORTHERN MI DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP: Meets the second Mon. of each month from 7-8pm at the John & Marnie Demmer Wellness Pavilion & Dialysis Center, Petoskey. northernhealth.org/wellness

-------------------GREAT LAKES EQUESTRIAN FESTIVAL: Aug. 10-17, Flintfields Horse Park, Williamsburg. Info: greatlakesequestrianfestival.com

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CEMETERY TOURS: The Traverse Area Historical Society will conduct these walking tours of Oakwood Cemetery, TC at 7pm on Sundays in Aug. Cost, $10; proceeds benefit the Historical Society. Meet on the sidewalk outside the cemetery at the corner of Eighth St. & Steele 20 minutes before start time. 995-0313.

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STONE CIRCLE GATHERINGS: Poetry, storytelling & music every Sat. at 9pm through Sept.

3. Featuring a unique outdoor setting around a fire. Ten miles north of Elk Rapids off US 31. $5 adults, $3 kids. terry-wooten.com

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DEBTORS ANONYMOUS: 12 Step Meeting. Held on Tuesdays from 7-8pm at Munson Community Health Center, east door, Room G, TC. For info, email: tcdajp34@gmail.com

-------------------ADOPTION SATURDAYS: Pets Naturally, TC hosts one dog & one cat from the Cherryland Humane Society on Saturdays from 11am2pm. www.petsnaturallytc.com

-------------------PETOSKEY FARMS VINEYARD & WINERY: Open to the community every Thurs. from 5:30-8:30pm through Sept. Enjoy the outdoor patio with food & wine available to purchase & live music. petoskeyfarms.com

-------------------BOCCE E DEROCHE: Try your hand at authentic Italian Bocce while listening to Interlochen’s Brad DeRoche on guitar on Fridays & Saturdays, 7-10pm at Bella Fortuna North, Lake Leelanau. bellafortunarestaurant.com

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STROLL THE STREETS: 6-9pm, Fridays through Sept. 2, downtown Boyne City. Featuring musical entertainment, magicians, caricature artists, face painting, balloon twisting & more. boynechamber.com

-------------------THE VILLAGE OUTDOOR FARMERS MARKET: On the Piazza at The Village at GT Commons, TC on Mondays through Oct. from 12-4pm. www.thevillagetc.com

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SARA HARDY DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET: Farmers & gardeners from around the local region bring their fresh produce, flowers & baked goods to this Downtown Farmers Market located between Cass & Union streets, across from Clinch Park, TC. Held on Wednesdays from 8am-noon, & Saturdays from 7:30am-noon through Oct. www.downtowntc.com

-------------------DOWNTOWN PETOSKEY FARMERS MARKET: Fridays through Sept. 30, 8:30am-1pm. petoskeydowntown.com

-------------------GROW BENZIE FARMERS MARKET: Mon-

days through Oct. 3, 3-7pm, 5885 Frankfort Highway, Benzonia. growbenzie.org

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ELK RAPIDS FARMERS MARKET: Fridays, 8am-noon, Rotary Park. Over 40 local vendors offer fresh produce, plants & baked goods. elkrapidschamber.org ALDEN FARMERS MARKET: Thursdays, Tennis Court Park, 4-8pm. visitalden.com

-------------------FRANKFORT FARMERS MARKET: Saturdays, Main St., Frankfort, 9am-1pm. 231325-2220.

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KALKASKA FARMERS MARKET: Held at Railroad Square in downtown Kalkaska on Tuesdays through Oct. 11, 2-6pm. 231-384-1027.

-------------------INTERLOCHEN FARMERS MARKET: Interlochen Shopping Center, big parking lot behind Ric’s, Interlochen Corners, 9am-2pm, every Sun. through Oct. facebook.com/interlochenfarmersmarket

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25 CENT COMMUNITY WALK: Held every Tues. through Sept. 27 starting at the Bellaire COA parking lot at 4:45pm. Walk the trails from 5-6pm. There will be beginner & advanced groups. 231-533-8703.

-------------------BLISSFEST JAM SESSIONS: Every Sun., 1-4pm, Red Sky Stage, Petoskey. Bring your instruments or just sing along or listen. www. redskystage.com.

-------------------COLORING CLUB FOR GROWN-UPS: Held on Wednesdays from 12-1pm, Crooked Tree Arts Center, TC. Free. crookedtree.org/tc

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BOXING FOR PARKINSON’S: Parkinson’s Network North meets at 10am every Mon. at Fit For You, TC for these free sessions. gtaparkinsonsgroup.org

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“JUST FOR US” BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: Meets the first Tues. of every month from 6:30-8:30pm at the McLaren Northern MI John & Marnie Demmer Wellness Pavilion & Dialysis Center, Petoskey. 800-248-6777.

-------------------SONG OF THE MORNING, VANDERBILT: Free yoga classes, Tues. – Fri., 7:30-8:30am. songofthemorning.org

-------------------TRAVERSE BAY BLUES SOCIETY JAM SESSION: Held the third Thurs. of every month from 7-10pm at InsideOut Gallery, TC. traversebayblues.com

-------------------PETOSKEY FILM THEATER: Showing international, indie, art house & documentary films on Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays.

Carnegie Building, 451 E. Mitchell St., next to Crooked Tree Arts Center, Petoskey. Donations welcome.

For schedule find ‘Petoskey Film Theater’ on Facebook. 231-758-3108.

-------------------DEPOT COFFEEHOUSE: Fridays from 6-7:30pm at After 26 Depot Café, Cadillac. Enjoy coffee with dinner or dessert while listening to live entertainment. 231-468-3526.

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“SURROUNDINGS: MICHIGAN INSPIRED WATERCOLORS”: Thirty paintings by artist Adam VanHouten at The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park, TC. Runs through Aug. Find ‘Surroundings: Michigan Inspired Watercolors’ on Facebook.

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“CHASING THE LIGHT”: Featuring the works of 40 regional plein air painters. Runs through Aug. 26 at Charlevoix Circle of Arts. charlevoixcircle.org

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A PRJCT OMNI & WAREHOUSE MRKT EXHIBITION: Selected artists’ work from around the world will be shown & sold in the halls of Warehouse Market, TC through Nov. 30. warehousemrkt.com

Neil W. Ahrens Exhibit: Lake Michigan & the lakes of northern Michigan have had a great influence on Ahrens’ work. Runs Aug. 12 – Sept. 9 at Oliver Art Center, Frankfort. Neil will present an Artist Talk on Sun., Aug. 28 at 2pm. oliverartcenterfrankfort.org

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JRAC ANNUAL ARTS INVITATIONAL EXHIBIT: Through Aug. 28, Jordan River Arts Council, East Jordan. jordanriverarts.com

-------------------“A RURAL PERSPECTIVE”: Paintings by Alan Maciag, who is known for his landscape & plein air paintings. Runs through Aug. 27 at Twisted Fish Gallery, Elk Rapids. twistedfishgallery.com

-------------------“THE MAGIC THURSDAY ARTISTS”: Runs through Aug. at City Opera House, TC. cityoperahouse.org

-------------------CENTER GALLERY, GLEN ARBOR: - Linda Beeman Exhibit: Specializing in Japanese woodblock printing, Beeman exhibits prints of Northern MI’s landscape & lakeshores, Aug. 19 – Sept. 1. A reception will be held on Fri., Aug. 19 at 6pm.

- Contemporary Landscape Paintings by Jeff Condon: Runs Aug. 12-18. 231-334-3179.

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THREE PINES STUDIO, CROSS VILLAGE: - New Paintings by Susan Offield: Aug. 6-22.

- “Fellow Travelers: Large & Small”: Sculptures

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- The Art of Seeing Birds: Original Paintings by Glen McCune: Held in Gilbert Gallery through Sept. 3. Featuring over 20 paintings, each depicting MI birds & their habitat.

- “Twenty Years in Retrospect: Paintings” & “Tales Lost to the Wind”: The Works of Kevin Barton: Held in Bonfield Gallery through Sept.

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CROOKED TREE ARTS CENTER, TC: - 1966: Remixed: This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of its gallery space, the 1966 addition of the old City Library, designed by architect Gordon Cornwell. Runs through Sept.

3 & features new works inspired by the trends, fashions & events of that transitional era in American life. crookedtree.org

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DENNOS MUSEUM CENTER, NMC, TC: 25th Anniversary Exhibitions: June 12 – Sept. 4: - Soo Sunny Park: Unwoven Light: Park will recreate a version of her Unwoven Light that will be suspended as a sculptural composition of chain-link fencing & iridescent Plexiglas formed in organic shapes within the Schmuckal Gallery of the Dennos, transforming it into a shimmering world of light, shadow & color.

- Ilhwa Kim: Seed Universe: Artist Ilhwa Kim of Seoul, Korea hand-dyes, cuts, & rolls thousands of sheets of Korean mulberry paper to form colorful, three-dimensional works of art that form vibrant patterns & shapes.

- Andy Warhol: Silver Clouds: This exhibition consists of large helium-filled, pillow-like forms made from silver plastic film. The clouds will float in a confined space of the Binsfeld Gallery space where the helium-filled clouds will move gently on fan-propelled wind, allowing visitors to experience an interactive walk through a pop interpretation of the heavens.

- Exhibited & Acquired: 25 Years of Exhibitions that added art to the Dennos Collections.

- Looking Back to the Beginning: Clifton McChesney – Painting / Dale Chihuly – Glass.

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the ADViCE GOddESS Casual Coroner

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: I dress like a tomboy: jeans, T-shirts, hoodies, and work boots. My boyfriend of a year wants me to wear skirts and dresses more often. Nothing trashy. Just not my usual tomboy wear. This weekend, I wore a sundress to brunch. It made him so happy, and he kept telling me how beautiful I looked.

I did feel a little uncomfortable because I’m not used to dressing like that. Some women in my circle are like, “He should accept you as you are. Don’t change for a man.” Am I giving up some important source of power?

— Redressed

A

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There are women out there who still see dressing to please a man as some sort of Stockholm syndrome thing — participating in your own (flouncy, spaghetti-strapped) subjugation. So, it’s possible that those advising you “Don’t change for a man!” are just trying to help you be a modern and empowered woman. Of course, one could argue that actually being a modern and empowered woman means you don’t have to dress like you’re hoping to get a call to clean out a sewer line.

Maybe those in your advice coven really do believe they’re acting in your best interest.

Maybe. Social psychologists Roy Baumeister and Jean Twenge report that it’s widely believed that men drive the “cultural suppression of female sexuality” — which could include shaming women for how they dress.

However, in reviewing the research, they make a persuasive case that it’s primarily women (often without awareness of their motives) who work to “stifle each other’s sexuality.”

This is right in keeping with research on female competition. While men fight openly — “Bring it! I will ruin you!” — women take a sneakier approach. As female competition researcher Tracy Vaillancourt explains it, women fight for their interests using “indirect aggression,” like gossip, mean looks, disparaging remarks, and other underhanded tactics to “reduce the mate value of a rival.”

Underhanded tactics? You know — like suggesting you’re selling out womankind if you wear a skirt or winged eyeliner.

In other words, your best interest and these other women’s may diverge — though they may not consciously intend to hurt you. As for whether you should throw on a dress

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from time to time, consider that if you love somebody, you do sweet things for them.

Sometimes, this requires a bit of a stretch on your part -- like from the teen boys’ section of the department store to that rack in the women’s department. A person’s clothes say a lot about them, and a man will be happier if his girlfriend’s don’t scream, “My hobby is crushing beer cans against my forehead.”

The Truth About Catfish And Dogs

Q

: I’m a 39-year-old woman dating for the first time since the ‘90s. I’m doing the online thing, and none of these guys look like their photos! It’s incredible. When we meet, they always say, “You look just like your pictures.” Isn’t that the point?

— Frustrated

A

: Guy, in online dating profile: “I’m 55!”

Guy’s neck, when you meet for coffee: “I was a war hero. In the Peloponnesian War.”

Unfortunately, Mr. Peloponnesian Pants On Fire has plenty of company on dating sites.

In fact, about a third of the photos people post aren’t true to life, according to research by psychologist Jeffrey T. Hancock. Sometimes, that’s due to Photoshop; sometimes, the photo is less-than-current; and sometimes, along the lines of “every picture tells a story,” the story is “This is how I’d look if I were someone else entirely.”

That last kind of lie — posting photos of somebody else — is less common than other photographic deceptions, because, as Hancock notes, people have to balance looking good enough to meet with not making somebody stomp angrily away once they do. The same goes for the other lies people tell. Hancock also finds that 81 percent of people on dating sites are lying about their height, weight, and age — but often just a little.

So, where you go wrong is in your expectations — expecting online daters to be truthful. As with eBay, a big benefit of dating sites is quantity — instant access to countless prospects. But there’s also a big tradeoff: quality. Going forward, assume everyone on a dating site is lying. Meet prospective partners as soon as possible and as casually as possible. If you’re throwing back a $4 latte, as opposed to waiting for the waitress to bring the entree, it’s a little easier to make a quick exit from the guy decades older than his picture: “Wow, will you look at the time?!

I didn’t realize 20 years had passed since we set up our date.”

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Blind Pilot – And Then Like Lions – ATO

Blind Pilot’s latest, led by the band’s Israel Nebeker, might at first seem like a tough or maudlin sell, as the subject matter deals heavily with loss, consequence, and coping.

But thanks to the deft and careful turns of Nebeker’s writing skills, the tracks here, while following the topic faithfully and respectfully, also twist the sentiment toward recovery with uplifting songs like the memory-filled “Umpqua Rushing,” the heartening “Seeing is Believing,” and the stoic playground anthem “Like Lions.”

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Glasgow’s Mogwai hasn’t offered up anything new since 2014’s Rave Tapes album, but they’ve got a good excuse in the form of this album; they’ve obviously been busy funneling all their energies into penning great instrumental compositions. This is a well-balanced mix of atmospheric, synth-y shoe-gazers and futuristic electro-pop themes, from the tall sounds of “Bitterness Centrifuge” to the prickly “U-235” and the vaguely MiddleEastern-meets-Soviet sounds of “Pripyat”

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BRUUUUUUUUUUCE! MODERN GETS AN AUTOBIOGRAPHY

ROCK

BY KRISTI KATES

Classic New Jersey rocker Bruce Springsteen will be the subject of two releases this September, the first being an autobiography about his life called Born to Run, which will be released in book, e-book, and audio editions by Simon and Schuster; Springsteen has been writing the book since 2009. The second is a companion soundtrack to the book called Chapter and Verse, an album that will serve as a careerspanning compilation set to be released four days before the autobiography hits outlets …

At The Drive-In’s guitarist Omar Rodriguez-Lopez is kicking off an ambitious project: He’s going to release not one, not two, but 12 solo albums via Ipecac Records.

(He recorded a giant stack of music between 2008 and 2013 while living in Texas and Mexico.) Rodriguez-Lopez’ albums will be available at Ipecac’s online store, as well as at his own solo shows; the first was released on July 15, and the remaining 11 will be released every two weeks until the final set, Some Need It Lonely, hits on Dec. 16. After that, you’ll be able to snag all of them at once on a CD or vinyl box set …

Velvet Underground frontman and solo artist, the late Lou Reed, was feted last week at a tribute at Lincoln Center in New York, where an impressive lineup of his fellow musicians performed. Among those

taking the stage were Yo La Tengo, MC and producer Don Fleming, Tammy Faye Starlite (famed for her Nico impersonation), Sonic Youth’s Lee Ranaldo, Lucinda Williams, and Reed’s wife, Laurie Anderson. The tribute also included poetry readings by Steve Buscemi, Kim Cattrall, Julian Schnabel and Anne Waldman …

In other tribute news, an all-star lineup of musicians is slated to help Tony Bennett celebrate his 90th birthday later this year.

Bennett’s birthday is actually Aug. 3, but the special, titled Tony Bennett Celebrates 90: The Best is Yet to Come, won’t air on NBC-TV until Dec. 20, during the holiday season. Among those singing along with and for Tony will be Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Michael Buble, Rufus Wainwright, Elton John, Billy Joel, Detroiter Aretha Franklin, and Bennett’s most unusual collaborator, Lady Gaga …

MODERN ROCK LINK OF THE WEEK: Rockin’1000, a volunteer-based rock band with over 1,000 members, recently split into different crews (singers, drummers, bass players, keyboardists, violinists, and bagpipe players) to perform a cover of David Bowie’s 1974 glam rock hit “Rebel Rebel” at a stadium in Cesena, Italy. Watch this well-coordinated performance at tinyurl.com/zpfe97r MINI BUZZ: Now that Bastille’s new album, Wild World, is out and rapidly acquiring fans,

they’ll embark on a 10-date tour this fall across the U.K., with additional dates expected elsewhere …

Baby Strange’s debut album is complete and on the way. Called Want It Need It, it’ll be in outlets on Sept. 2 on Ignition Records …

Speaking of music videos, Years and Years have one out now, too, for the eighth single, “Worship,” from their debut album Communion …

Drake and Future are teaming up for a big performance at Detroit’s Joe Louis Arena on Aug. 16…

Best Coast will be in concert at The Pyramid Scheme in Grand Rapids on Aug. 18 …

The 1975 are prepping for a huge U.K. arena tour in support of their new second album …

And these artists are prepping for this week’s release of their brand new albums … Crystal Castles’ Amnesty … Skillet’s Unleashed … Of Montreal’s Innocence Reaches … and Florida Georgia Line’s Dig Your Roots … and that’s the buzz for this week’s Modern Rock.

Comments, questions, rants, raves, suggestions on this column? Send ’em to Kristi at modernrocker@gmail.com.

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Manistee, Wexford & Missaukee

• 522 - MANISTEE Tues. -- Karaoke Thurs., Fri., Sat. -- DJ • BUCKLEY BAR - BUCKLEY Fri. -- DJ Karaoke/Sounds - Duane & Janet • CADILLAC SANDS RESORT Porthole Pub & Eatery: Thurs. -- Live music

SandBar Niteclub: Fri. & Sat. -- Phattrax DJs Fri. -- Karaoke/linedancing, 8:30 Sat. -- Dance videos, 8:30 • COYOTE CROSSING - HOXEYVILLE Thurs. -- Open Mic Sat. -- Live Music • DOUGLAS VALLEY WINERY MANISTEE

Sun. -- Live music, 1:30-4:30pm • GRILLE 44 - BEAR LAKE 8/20 -- Cheryl Wolfram, 6:30-9 • HI-WAY INN - MANISTEE Wild Weds. -- Karaoke Fri.-Sat. -- Karaoke/Dance • LOST PINES LODGE HARRIETTA Sat. -- Karaoke, dance videos

Grand Traverse & Kalkaska • ACOUSTIC TAP ROOM - TC Sat. -- Jam session, 6-10 • BOONE'S LONG LAKE INN - TC The Big Deck, 6-9: 8/13-14 -- Matt Foresman 8/15 -- Greg Seaman 8/16 -- Jim Hawley 8/17 -- Jeff Bihlman 8/18 -- Big Rand 8/19 -- Matt Phend 8/20-21 -- Scot Bihlman • BREW - TC 8/21 -- Miles Prendergast, 8-10 • BUD'S - INTERLOCHEN Thurs. -- Jim Hawley, 5-8 • CHATEAU CHANTAL - TC 8/18 -- Jazz at Sunset w/ Jeff Haas Trio & Don Julin & Nancy Stagnitta, 7-9:30 • CHATEAU GRAND TRAVERSE TC 8/17 -- Wine Down Weds. on the patio w/ E Minor, 5-7 • FANTASY'S - GRAWN Adult Entertainment w/ DJ • GT DISTILLERY - TC 8/13 -- Clint Weaner, 5-8 • GT RESORT & SPA - ACME Aerie: 8/19 -- John Pomeroy Lobby: 8/12-13 -- Blake Elliott 8/19-20 -- Blake Elliott • HAWTHORNE VINEYARDS - TC 8/14 -- Blake Elliott, 3-5 • HAYLOFT INN - TC Thurs. -- Open mic night by Roundup Radio Show, 8 Fri. - Sat. thru Aug. -- Two Old Broads & 3 Buddies • LEFT FOOT CHARLEY - TC Mon. -- Open mic w/ Blake Elliott, 6-9 • LITTLE BOHEMIA - TC Tues. -- TC Celtic, 7-9 • NORTH PEAK - TC Deck, 5-9: 8/13 -- Mike Moran

8/17 -- Nick Vasquez 8/18 -- Ryan Harcourt 8/19 -- Ron Getz 8/20 -- Chris Sterr Kilkenny's, 9:30-1:30: 8/12-13 -- Sweet J 8/19-20 -- Cuzin Curtis Mon. -- Team Trivia Night, 7-9; karaoke, 9-1 Tues. -- Levi Britton, 8-12 Weds. -- The Pocket, 8-12 Thurs. -- 2 Bays DJs, 9:30-1:30 Sun. -- Geeks Who Drink Trivia, 7-9 • PARK PLACE HOTEL - TC Beacon Lounge: Mon. -- Levi Britton, 8:30pm Thurs. - Sat. -- Tom Kaufmann • PARKSHORE LOUNGE - TC Fri. - Sat. -- DJ • RARE BIRD BREWPUB - TC 8/15 -- Brady Corcoran, 9 Tues. -- Open mic night, 9 • SAIL INN - TC Thurs. & Sat. -- Phattrax DJs, karaoke, dance videos • SIDE TRAXX - TC Weds. -- Impaired Karaoke, 10 Fri.-Sat. -- DJ/VJ Mike King • STATE STREET GRILLE - TC Tues. -- Open mic night, 7-11 • STUDIO ANATOMY - TC 8/17 -- Parsec, Scarkazm, 8 8/20 -- Comment Section Comedy, 9 • TAPROOT CIDER HOUSE - TC Mon. -- Levi Britton, 7-9 Weds. -- Open mic, 7-10 Thurs. -- Acoustic G-Snacks, 7-10 Fri. -- Rob Coonrod, 8-10 Sat. -- Christopher Dark, 8-10 Sun. -- Kids open mic, 3 • THE FILLING STATION - TC 8/13 -- Thunderwude, 8-11 8/14 -- Sierra Cassidy, 1-3 8/16 -- Jack Pine 8/18 -- Mark Lavengood, 7-10 8/20 -- Sweetwater Blues Band, 8-11

8/21 -- Chris Sterr, 4:40-5:40 • THE LITTLE FLEET - TC Weds. -- Vinyl Night, 7-9 Patio, 6:30-9:30: 8/19 -- Bluegrass Association • THE OL' SOUL - KALKASKA Weds. -- David Lawston, 8-12 • THE PARLOR - TC 8/16 -- Clint Weaner, 7:30 • THE WORKSHOP BREWING CO. - TC 8/13 -- Workshop Anniversary w/ Charlie Millard & Co., 7-12 8/19 -- Chris Michels Band, 8-11 8/20 -- Elroy Meltzer, 8-11 Mon. -- Rotten Cherries Comedy Open Mic, 8-9:30 Tues. -- WBC Jazz Society Jam, 6-10 • TRATTORIA STELLA - TC Tues. -- Ron Getz, 6-9 • TRAVERSE CITY WHISKEY CO. 8/17 -- Paul Livingston, 6-8 • UNION STREET STATION - TC 8/13 -- Big Foot Buffalo 8/15 -- Jukebox 8/16 -- Open mic w/ host Chris Sterr 8/17 -- DJ DomiNate 8/18 -- Oh Brother Big Sister 8/19 -- Happy hour w/ The Pocket, then The Mainstays 8/20 -- The Mainstays Sun. -- Karaoke, 10-2 • WEST BAY BEACH RESORT - TC 8/13 -- Dawn Campbell & The Bohemians, 5-9 8/18 -- Eric Dane Jaqua, 5-9 8/19 -- TC Knuckle Heads, 5-9 8/20 -- Pistil Whips, 6-10 Tues. -- Blues night, 7-10 View: Fri. -- DJ Veeda, 9-2 Sat. -- DJ Motaz, 9-2 Sundays through Aug. -- Jeff Haas Trio w/ saxwoman Laurie Sears, 7-9:30

Antrim & Charlevoix • 7 MONKS - BOYNE CITY 8/18 -- Grand Opening Celebration, 4-close; Luke Winslow-King plays from 7:30-10:30 • BRIDGE STREET TAP ROOM - CHARLEVOIX 8/13 -- Pat Ryan, 8-11 8/14 -- Pete Kehoe, 7-10 8/16 -- The Algorhythms, 7-10 8/19 -- Chris Koury, 8-11 8/20 -- The Algorhythms, 8-11 8/21 -- Chris Calleja, 7-10 • CAFE SANTE - BOYNE CITY 8/13 -- Jeff Bihlman, 8-11 8/18 -- Abigail Stauffer, 8-11 8/19 -- Kellerville, 8-11 8/20 -- Under the Moon, 8-11 • CELLAR 152 - ELK RAPIDS 8/13 -- Brotha James, 6:30-9:30 8/14 -- Drew Hale, 3-6 8/19 -- Jeff Brown, 6:30-9:30

8/20 -- Abigail Stauffer, 6:30-9:30 • JORDAN INN - EAST JORDAN Tues. -- Open Mic w/ Cal Mantis, 7-11 Fri. & Sat. -- Live Music • LAKE CHARLEVOIX BREWING CO. - CHARLEVOIX 8/13 -- Dane Tollas, 5-8 8/18 -- Adam & The Cabana Boys 8/20 -- Owen James, 5-8 Weds. -- Trivia, 7 • MURRAY'S BAR & GRILL - EJ Fri. & Sat. -- Live Music • PEARL'S - ELK RAPIDS 8/13 -- The Pistil Whips, 6-9 8/18 -- Bryan Poirier,6-9 8/19-20 -- Teddy Richards, 6-9 • QUAY RESTAURANT & TERRACE BAR - CHARLEVOIX Weds. -- Live jazz, 7-10 • RED MESA GRILL - B.C.

8/16 -- The Pistil Whips, 7-10 • SHANTY CREEK RESORTS BELLAIRE The Lakeview @ Summit Village: 8/13 -- Nelson Olstrom, 8:30-11:30 • SHORT'S BREWING CO. BELLAIRE 8/13 -- SP3, 8:30-11 8/14 -- Luke Winslow-King, 7:3010 8/17 -- Awesome Distraction, 810:30 8/19 -- Rollie Tussing & The Midwest Territory Band, 8:30-11 8/20 Turbo Pup, 8:30-11 • VASQUEZ' HACIENDA - ELK RAPIDS Acoustic Tues. Open Jam, 6-9 Sat. -- Live music, 7-10

Bringing all of her experience to the stage, Ann Arbor's Abigail Stauffer performs folk, blues, pop & soul with much emotion. She plays Cafe Santé in Boyne City on Thursday, August 18 from 8-11pm & Cellar 152 in Elk Rapids on Saturday, August 20 from 6:30-9:30pm. Photo by LifeinMichigan.com

Leelanau & Benzie • AURORA CELLARS - L.L. 8/17 -- Hoop n Holler, 6:30-9 • BELLA FORTUNA NORTH - L.L. Fri.-Sat. -- Bocce e DeRoche, 7-10 • BLACK STAR FARMS - SB Third Weds. of ea. mo. -- Jazz Café w/ Mike Davis & Steve Stargardt, 7-9 • BOATHOUSE VINEYARDS - L.L. 8/14 -- Tim Sparling duo (of Windy Ridge Boys), 3:30-6 8/17 -- Jim Hawley, 5:30-8 8/21 -- Oh Brother Big Sister, 3:30-6 • CABBAGE SHED - ELBERTA 8/13 -- Kung Fu Rodeo 8/18 -- Open mic night 8/19 -- Graham Parsons 8/20 -- Fat Pocket • DICK'S POUR HOUSE - L.L. Sat. -- Karaoke, 10-2 • HOP LOT BREWING CO. - SB 8/13 -- Blair Miller, 6-9 8/19 -- Levi Britton, 6-9 8/20 -- Awesome Distraction, 7-9 • JODI'S TANGLED ANTLER - BEULAH

Thurs. -- Open mic, 9 Fri. -- Karaoke, 9-1 • LAKE ANN BREWING CO. 6:30: 8/13 -- Blind Dog Hank 8/16 -- New Third Coast 8/17 -- Mitch McKolay 8/18 -- Blair Miller 8/19 -- North Carolines 8/20 -- Blind Dog Hank • LAUGHING HORSE -THOMPSONVILLE Thurs. -- Karaoke, 9 Fri.-Sat. -- Band or DJ, 9 • LEELANAU SANDS CASINO PESHAWBESTOWN 8/13 -- Country Showdown, 7 8/19 -- Francis Carew, Heart to Heart w/ Ruby John, & Absolute Magnitude w/ Mark Bowen, 8-1 Tues. -- 45th Parallel Polka Band, 12-4p • LELU CAFE -- NORTHPORT Fridays through Aug. -- Jeff Haas Trio w/ saxwoman Laurie Sears, 8:30-11:30

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Suicide Squad, the latest misguided super hero extravaganza from DC Comics and Warner Bros., is entirely terrible. That being said, if you go in with no expectations as to storyline, continuity, or character development, you might not feel like you just wasted two hours of your life you’ll never get back.

While Marvel Comics (and their parent company, Disney) have crafted fun, accessible cinematic worlds with their beloved properties, DC is still not sure what it wants to say. Only Christopher Nolan, has managed to make a DC franchise (his Dark Knight trilogy) serious, fun, and truly artful. We can’t hope for that kind of reach in DC properties anymore, despite how painfully serious they try to come across.

WB/DC has turned Batman and Superman into brooding killjoys that patrol a world far too severe for you and I. They are films and stories desperate for your attention but with nothing relatable to latch onto. And those lauded DC villains? Yawn. Even when they team up, the result is lackluster.

After the death of Superman (yeah, I forgot that happened in Superman v Batman: Dawn of Justice, too), the U.S. Government is concerned that the next “metahuman” that arrives on earth may not be as friendly as the Man of Steel was. Thus a conniving intelligence officer named Amanda Waller (played by the normally outstanding Viola Davis) decides our best defense is our most feared enemies: captured super-villains blackmailed into doing her bidding.

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These anti-heroes include the amiable hit man Deadshot (Will Smith) and the psychotic sex kitten Harley Quinn (Margo Robbie), the only characters you’ll actually remember. Then they go and add a human crocodile, a firemanipulating hood, and a guy with, like, a fancy boomerang or something. By the time the unexplained girl with the katana showed up (the credits tell me her name might actually have been Katana), I threw up my hands and surrendered to a histrionic film that clearly had no interest in entertaining me with a cogent story, and I let the ’splosions reign.

So the group, all serving time for horrific crimes, is assembled and presented with the offer to have their sentences reduced if they cooperate and defend the interests of the United States. Oh, there’s also a young woman possessed by an ancient Mesoamerican deity (The Enchantress, played by model Cara Delevingne.) She’s a real wildcard.

The Enchantress’ soul is controlled, voodoo doll-like, by Waller. And for reasons that aren’t entirely made clear, the Enchantress gains access to her deity-brother’s soul, locked away in a clay idol in someone’s office. She awakens him, and they form an army made up of possessed inhabitants of Midway City, and this new Task Force X is the only group who can stop them.

Along with a platoon of Special Forces, the Squad is dispatched to rescue a high-value asset trapped in the besieged city. What stops these career criminals from running off once out of their cells? Nano-bombs implanted in their necks that will go off if they refuse to follow orders.

(You also should be aware that all of this is set to a soundtrack of on-the-nose rock songs seemingly selected by your hyper-active nephew, mad with power and operating a worn-out Zune.

And I nearly forgot to mention Jared Leto’s turn as the perennial Batman adversary, the Joker. It’s inevitable that his portrayal will be compared to the late Heath Ledger’s Oscar-winning one from 2008. So it should come as no surprise that Leto is Joker in an empty suit, a bad Xerox without the Ledger’s mesmerizing dread and menace.

After the not-so surprising success of Marvel’s R-rated Deadpool, Suicide Squad supposedly went back for reshoots to enliven the storyline and add some much-needed humor to its insipid bleakness. If that’s indeed true, then they didn’t reshoot nearly enough. The film refuses to tumble into anything fun, while at the same time never committing to being a full-on action drama. The result is a film so joyless, so soulless, and so compelling in is its tastelessness, it’s almost a wonder to behold.

And with its utter mess of a script that simultaneously insults your intelligence, by the time the credits r oll I don’t know if you’ll be more surprised that the usually solid David Ayer (Fury, End of Watch) actually directed it or that he is the only credited screenwriter (I was expecting a team of rewriters and polishers to be responsible for such a convoluted vision). Save for the diehards, Suicide Squad is destined to languish forgotten in pop culture prison, and no amount of do-gooding will ever grant it reprieve.

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Instead, Jason Bourne takes its impressive cast and basically has them look surly (I’m looking at you, Tommy Lee Jones) or speak in terrible accents (yeah, you’re not so golden anymore, Oscar-winner Alicia Vikander, The Danish Girl), or barely speak at all (Matt Damon has a reported 45 lines of dialogue). Uninspired (oh great, yet another fictionalized take on Mark Zuckerberg), unimpressive (that frenetic camerawork is, you guessed it, still frenetic), it’s a look at the national security apparatus that has absolutely no original thought to back up its pretentiousness and seriousness. Boring and lazy, the mission in Jason Bourne is an assignment you won’t want to take.

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ecause two of the people I’m closest to consider Ghostbusters to be the most defining text of their lives, I was acutely aware of people’s nervousness that this reboot would be terrible. Not terrible because of the baldfaced misogyny that pissants on the internet have been spouting about it, but terrible because it just seemed tacky and sad to remake the movie at all. But seeing that it was helmed by Bridesmaids director Paul Feig and blessed by our Ghostbusters forefathers, I was excited to see a movie with some of my favorite female comedians in a story that has absolutely nothing to do with them being female. So whether you’re someone like me, or someone like my Ghostbusterobsessed compatriots, you can rest easy, because the new Ghostbusters is tremendous. It is funny, smart, and fun. Fun. Something that armchair directors seem to forget was the main component of the original 1984 version. And while there are plenty of great callbacks to the original film, the real joy comes from the four new main characters themselves. Kristen Wiig is quirky but restrained, and you grow along with her as the film progresses; Melissa McCarthy is the heart, the Dan Aykroyd stand-in, confident and full of wonder at what they are accomplishing; Leslie Jones is the no-nonsense bedrock; and Kate McKinnon gives the film its irreverent, Bill Murrayesque boost. Her performance is one of pure, bizarre joy.

McKinnon is a curve ball no one saw coming. She alone is a reason to watch the film. She’s the reason to see the sequel.

And of course there will be a sequel. I can’t wait to see where they go from here.

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espite sharing many similarities and cast members with the stinking dumpster fire that was the worst movie I’ve ever seen (Dirty Grandpa), Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates is actually a pretty delightful and funny surprise. It’s just the right amount of raunch, with no icky after-taste — a balance that is pretty hard to strike in movies like these. Based on a true story — believe it or not — Mike (Workaholic’s Adam DeVine) and Dave (Tiger Beat’s Zac Efron) are bachelor brothers who, at the insistence of their beleaguered family, must bring dates to their little sister’s destination wedding in Hawaii. They are selfish screw-ups to be sure, but they’re not dicks. And in the film’s first of many forays into genuine sincerity, they take their sister’s pleas to heart. They promise to bring “nice girls” as their dates to the wedding. And naturally they use the soundest method of locating eligible nice women to accompany them: Craigslist. Tatiana (Parks and Recreation’s Aubrey Plaza) and Alice (Pitch Perfect’s Anna Kendrick) see the brothers on TV and hatch a plan: Rather than answer the Craigslist ad directly, the two will fake a meet-cute and sweep them off their feet.

Surprisingly, pretty much everyone in this movie is likeable; there’s no evil bridesmaid to fend off, no smarmy fiancée to expose, and the lineup of comedic bit parts and setups moves the story right along. It’s really very nice to see an adult comedy treat you like an adult. As a result the film feels truly modern. If you don’t mind an occasional dip into the sophomoric, I heartily recommend it.

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(July 23-Aug. 22): In my opinion, you need to bask in the glorious fury of at least one brainstorm -- preferably multiple brainstorms over the course of the next two weeks.

What can you do to ensure that happens? How might you generate a flood of new ideas about how to live your life and understand the nature of reality? Here are some suggestions: Read books about creativity. Hang around with original thinkers and sly provocateurs.

Insert yourself into situations that will strip you of your boring certainties.

And take this vow: “I hereby unleash the primal power of my liberated imagination.”

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Can you imagine

feeling at home in the world no matter where you are? If you eventually master this art, outer circumstances won’t distort your relationship with yourself. No matter how crazy or chaotic the people around you might be, you will remain rooted in your unshakable sense of purpose; you will respond to any given situation in ways that make you both calm and alert, amused and curious, compassionate for the suffering of others and determined to do what’s best for you. If you think these are goals worth seeking, you can make dramatic progress toward them in the coming weeks.

meditate on your horoscope, my next-door neighbor was wielding a weed-whacker to trim her lawn, and the voices in my head were shouting extra loud. So I decided to drive down to the marsh to get some high-quality silence. When I arrived at the trail head, I found an older man in ragged clothes leaning against the fence.

Nearby was a grocery cart full of what I assumed were all his earthly belongings. “Doing nothing is a very difficult art,” he croaked as I slipped by him, “because you’re never really sure when you are done.” I immediately recognized that his wisdom might be useful to you. You are, after all, in the last few days of your recharging process. It’s still a good idea for you to lie low and be extra calm and vegetate luxuriously. But when should you rise up and leap into action again? Here’s my guess: Get one more dose of intense stillness and silence.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): My readers have

a range of approaches for working with the counsel I offer. Some study the horoscopes for both their sun signs and rising signs, then create do-it-yourself blends of the two. Others prefer to wait until the week is over before consulting what I’ve written. They don’t want my oracles to influence their future behavior, but enjoy evaluating their recent past in light of my analysis. Then there are the folks who read all 12 of my horoscopes. They refuse to be hemmed in by just one forecast, and want to be free to explore multiple options. I encourage you to try experiments like these in the coming days. The moment is ripe to cultivate more of your own unique strategies for using and interpreting the information you absorb -- both from me and from everyone else you listen to.

CANCER June 21-July 22): Have you been

drinking a lot of liquids? Are you spending extra time soaking in hot baths and swimming in bodies of water that rejuvenate you? Have you been opening your soul to raw truths that dissolve your fixations and to beauty that makes you cry and to love that moves you to sing? I hope you’re reverently attending to these fluidic needs. I hope you’re giving your deepest yearnings free play and your freshest emotions lots of room to unfold. Smart, well-lubricated intimacy is a luxurious necessity, my dear. Stay very, very wet.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): ): When you were

a child, did you play with imaginary friends?

During your adolescence, did you nurture a fantasy relationship with a pretend boyfriend or girlfriend? Since you reached adulthood, have you ever enjoyed consorting with muses or guardian angels or ancestral spirits? If you answered yes to any of those questions, you are in a good position to take full advantage of the subtle opportunities and cryptic invitations that are coming your way.

Unexpected sources are poised to provide unlikely inspirations in unprecedented ways.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): When you were born, you already carried the seeds of gifts you would someday be able to provide -- specific influences or teachings or blessings that only you, of all the

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Whether they actually do or not may depend on your willingness to take on more responsibilities -- interesting responsibilities, to be sure -- but bigger than you’re used to.

ScORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): I suspect that

you will soon be culminating a labor of love you’ve been nurturing and refining for many moons. How should you celebrate? Maybe with some champagne and caviar? If you’d like to include bubbly in your revels, a good choice might be 2004 Belle Epoque Rose. Its floral aroma and crispy mouth-feel rouse a sense of jubilation as they synergize the flavors of blood orange, pomegranate, and strawberry. As for caviar: Consider the smooth, aromatic, and elegant roe of the albino beluga sturgeon from the unpolluted areas of the Caspian Sea near Iran. But before I finish this oracle, let me also add that a better way to honor your accomplishment might be to take the money you’d spend on champagne and caviar, and instead use it as seed money for your next big project.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Some

species of weeds become even more robust and entrenched as they develop resistances to the pesticides that are designed to eradicate them. This is one example of how fighting a problem can make the problem worse -- especially if you attack too furiously or use the wrong weapons. I invite you to consider the possibility that this might be a useful metaphor for you to contemplate in the coming weeks. Your desire to solve a knotty dilemma or shed a bad influence is admirable.

Just make sure you choose a strategy that actually works.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your assignment, if you choose to accept it, is to compose an essay on at least one of the following themes: 1. “How I Fed and Fed My Demons Until They Gorged Themselves to Death.” 2. “How I Exploited My Nightmares in Ways That Made Me Smarter and Cuter.” 3. “How I Quietly and Heroically Transformed a Sticky Problem into a Sleek Opportunity.” 4. “How I Helped Myself by Helping Other People.” For extra credit, Capricorn -and to earn the right to trade an unholy duty for a holy one -write about all four subjects.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) I suspect

that in the coming months you will be drawn to wandering through the frontiers and exploring the unknown. Experimentation will come naturally. Places and situations you have previously considered to be off-limits may be downright comfortable. In fact, it’s possible that you will have to escape your safety zones in order to fully be yourself. Got all that? Now here’s the kicker. In the coming weeks, everything I just described will be especially apropos for your closest relationships. Are you interested in redefining and reconfiguring the ways that togetherness works for you?

PIScES (Feb. 19-March 20): If you’re playing

the card game known as bridge, you’re lucky if you are dealt a hand that has no cards of a particular suit. This enables you, right from the beginning, to capture tricks using the trump suit. In other words, the lack of a certain resource gives you a distinct advantage. Let’s apply this metaphor to your immediate future, Pisces. I’m guessing that you will benefit from what may seem to be an inadequacy or deficit. An absence will be a useful asset.

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15 Patton of the “Comedians of Comedy” tour 16 Disc in a tabloid photo 17 Like a piccolo’s range 18 17-mission space program 19 Min.’s opposite 20 Levels of command 22 Rookie’s teacher 24 Quattro minus uno 25 Setting for many movies, for short 26 Rapper/actor ___ Def 28 Adjusted letter spacing, in printing 32 Bubble tea thickener 36 Rio Grande stuff 38 Auto dealership offer 39 Dosage unit 40 Flippant 41 Pumpkin spiced beverage, usually 42 Noteworthy times 43 “Take ___ Church” (Hozier song) 44 “___ Witch” (2016 horror sequel) 45 Muse’s instrument 46 Geometry class calculation 47 Never-before-seen 49 Striped blue ball 50 Risque 52 “Huh??”

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59 ___ off (annoyed) 60 Friend, in Fremantle 61 Poetry competition

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Thursdays 4:30 & 5:45 Reservations only PHSB.ORG DAVID SINGS JAZZ Standards.

Affordable Entertainment for Events. singjazz5.com

EMPLOYMENT NORTHERN MICHIGAN’S Best Wedding DJ Company is seeking trainable disc jockeys and assistants.

Contact: Barb@plu-ent.com UNION STREET We are currently hiring waitstaff. If interested, please stop in and fill out application. Must be willing to work hard. It’s busy and this is the time to make money!! Flexible schedule is helpful and punctuality and good work ethic are musts. Come join our team!! Hours are based on performance and availability.

ORYANA WELLNESS HIRING Oryana’s Wellness department is seeking applicants for FT and PT Stocker positions. Wellness product knowledge and stocking experience preferred.

Flexible schedule and ability to work evenings and weekends is required.

We offer a great discount and benefits.

Check out our website for complete job listings and to download an application, or come apply within. http://www. oryana.coop/employment

WE HAVE TIME FOR YOU! Already have a job but looking for extra hours?

Shoreline Fruit is looking to build a team of production workers to work Saturdays & Sundays. Is this part-time schedule a good fit for you? Please visit our website at www.shorelinefruit. com for more information about open positions, our company and products. Shoreline Fruit, an innovative grower owned processor and marketer of dried fruit, concentrate and nutraceuticals is also looking for full-time, year around production workers to join our growing team. EOE SEEKING BOARD DIRECTORS United Way of Northwest Michigan is led by hard-working volunteer Board Members, and is looking to add a few more. This year, we are specifically recruiting United Way supporters with non-profit board experience to share different perspectives and connections. Seeking individuals with professional experience in Technology, Business, Legal, CPA, Fund Raising, Resource Development and Communications. Please visit our website, www.unitedwaynwmi.org, to complete an application by September 16th.

BRIGHTSTAR CARE hiring in your area Come work for BrightStar Care, a company who believes in Serving with Passion and Doing the Right Thing.

Work as many or as few hours as you want, as our independently owned and operated team is looking for high-energy caregivers and CNA-certified individuals that are looking for full or part time work, nights, days, weekends

and holidays. Benefits include weekly pay via direct deposit, free continuing education, and Paid-Time-Off program. Requirements include, one year of experience & reliable transportation.

Call 231-929-7827

HIRING NOW FOR SEASONAL HELP Earn extra money while helping our customers get packages to friends and loved ones on time. Retail experience, outstanding customer service, attention to detail and a willingness to work in a fun fast-paced environment are required. The ability to work evenings and weekends are a must. Apply in person at The UPS Store, 801 S. Garfield Ave. 231-933-3334 REBATE SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE VP Demand Creation Services (formerly Village Press) is hiring Rebate Service Representatives Part Time and Full Time. As part of our worldclass marketing services, we provide rebate processing. Applicants will manage in-bound rebates, data validation and entry, and client interaction. Requirements: strong attention to detail, excellent organizational and communication skills, data entry, commitment to results and team success.

Please e-mail cover letter and resume to: HRM@villagepress.com HOME HEALTH AIDES Harbor Care Associates Traverse City Office is currently hiring Caregivers in the Grand Traverse County Area. Caregivers will provide a variety of services to our clients such as housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, personal care, and companionship. Some clients may require transfers. No experience required, we are willing to train the right individual. Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen. Please apply online at www. harborcareassociates.com or call 231922-1377 for more information!

our team! If you have any experience with sewing, we would love to speak with you. 1st & 2nd shift available; full time or part time; benefits package if full time; great work environment. Looking for energy, initiative and passion for learning and continuous improvement. Opportunity involves sewing as well as learning other areas of the manufacturing flow.

Drug free and EEO. Please apply online to the Sewing/Finishing Specialist opportunity on our Careers Page. www.brittenstudios.com E-COMMERCE MANAGER Salary Negotiable Goodwill seeks E-Commerce manager to drive its online merchandising initiatives. . Solid business and analytical skills to deliver revenue growth, 3+ yrs managerial experience; Strong knowledge of computer use, Outlook, Excel and Photoshop skills required. Apply online EOE/V/W/M/D http://www.goodwillnmi.org/careers/

BUY/SELL/TRADE BLUEBERRIES U-PICK. 11 varieties. Call for picking info. Harrietta 231389-2317 BOAT MOORING FORSALE; 3 danforth anchors w/ chain, cable & ball $300 5177069041 CRYSTAL LAKE EMPORIUM retirement sale After 16 successful and fun years, we are approaching our final days. Our last day of retail sales will be August 20th. Last day to pick up Consigned items is August 15th (unless other arrangements are made). Hours - Tues - Sat, 11-5 6613 Frankfort Hwy, Benzonia, Michigan 231-882-0096

SEWING SPECIALIST @ Britten Studios Britten Studios is looking for sewing and finishing specialists to join

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HEALTH SERVICES QUALTIY OF LIFE BUDDA once said, “Our sorrows and wounds are healed only when we touch them with compassion.” Are you walking a difficult journey alone? Is the quality of your life unsatisfactory? Do you feel disconnected with your spiritual self? Are you ready to RECEIVE healing in order to take the next step in your life? Let me help you with personal healing, growth, and discovery. Professional therapy in a quiet setting, online or by phone; treating trauma, stress, or pain. Call/ text Todd, B.S., M.S, 310-266-6205, justreceivehealing@gmail.com.

OTHER SEWING, ALTERATIONS, mending & repairs. Maple City, Maralene Roush 231-228-6248.

PHOTOGRAPHER SEEKS people with ink to shoot. jy@rebelmilesphotography.com YMCA BREAKERS SWIM Team Evals Start 8/15 Four dates for NEW YMCA swimmer evaluations. Open for boys & girls, AGES 5-18. West YMCA pool, 5:00PM-6:30PM, Aug. 15, 16, 17, 18.

Bring suit, towel, cap/goggles (optl).

ESTATE SALE- HUGE OLD CEDAR FARMHOUSE 8/19-21. 9-4. 60 yrs. furniture, antiques, quilting, farm tools, old crates, art, radios, toys, books, household, primitive, industrial, MCM, more!

See MoxieEstates.com GARAGE SALE - TC 5030 VILLAGE LANE CT SATURDAY AUGUST 13TH FROM 8:30AM UNTIL 3PM Furniture, Bikes, Home furnishings, assrted kids clothes, toys, legos, etc.

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National Writers Series

announces its amazing 2016 Fall line-up!

October 23

September 17 ~ Milliken Auditorium

paola gianturco* Grandmother Power with Guest Host Tony Demin

A collaboration with Dennos Museum

Jodi picoult

event sponsor: grand traverse resort and spa

small great things

with Guest Host Kate Botello

October 7

November 4

Once in a Great City: A Detroit Story with Guest Host John U. Bacon

Order to Kill - a Mitch Rapp Novel

david maraniss October 20

margaret atwood Hag-Seed

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ann patchett

Commonwealth with Guest Host Doug Stanton

December 5

daniel Bergner

Sing for Your Life with Guest Host Kate Botello

event sponsor: cherry capital airport

nws community reads selection

all events take place at city opera house at 7pm, unless otherwise noted * For tickets to paola gianturco event at milliken auditorium call 231-995-1573

thank you to our major sponsors & partners!

Horizon BooKS ~ official Bookstore of the national Writers Series Printing donated by Copy Queenz

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