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The View from Above
The leaves are finally turning, and there’s a truly unique way to see them in northern Michigan: from high atop a chairlift. Though we still have a few months before ski season starts, chairlifts at NoMi resorts are up and running to give you panoramic views of all the reds, oranges, and gold of autumn on the slopes. It’s a great way to get the family involved in appreciating the changing seasons, and you won’t even have to break a sweat to see some of the prettiest scenery of the North. Crystal Mountain offers rides ($15/person for ages 6+) on Saturdays and Sundays (plus Friday Oct. 21 and 28); Boyne Mountain runs daily through October ($14/ticket for ages 6+); and Shanty Creek runs on Oct. 1, 8, 15, and 22 from 11am to 4pm ($25 per chair, which fits up to four people). Tickets and more information are available on the resorts’ respective websites.
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Tillie’s Tafel’s Cinnamon Rolls
For Jeff and Patti Dewes’ family, the communal table (“tafel” in German) has always featured cinnamon rolls, thanks to Grandma Tillie Dewes’ famous gourmet recipe. Opened in December 2020, Tillie’s Tafel in Petoskey—named for Grandma Tillie herself—is the ultimate in breakfast indulgence, headlined by its homemade cinnamon rolls. Featuring a raw yeast script (which took Jeff two years to perfect), Grandma Tillie’s titular bake hinges on a three-rise process, which gives each roll its signature softness. To finish, these five-byfive-inch treats are spread with scratch-made cinnamon filling (complete with Indonesian cinnamon and a secret Dewes family ingredient), before the whole shebang is topped with a schmear of tangy cream cheese frosting. Arrive early for a still-warm pastry paired with a mug of Sumatran coffee—you can thank us later. Score a Gourmet Cinnamon Roll for $5 or a four-pack for $20 at Tillie’s Tafel, 437 E. Mitchell St., Petoskey, (231) 753-2044, or order online at tilliestafel.com. 4 • oct 03, 2022 • Northern Express Weekly
MoMITT, Mo’ Fun
Celebrate cycling (and running!) and more, Oct. 7-9 at MoMITT Bike Fest! Choose from six racing options at Mt. Holiday in Traverse City and enjoy an expo with a large beer garden, multiple food options, global bike brands, live music, and lots of family fun. Races include: The Black Chili XC, Dirty Des X, Shorty’s Blitz, Belgian Waffle Ride, Green Chili Super Junior, and Orange Pepper Push-Biker. For more info and to register, visit: momittbikefest.com.
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Hey, read It! The Last White Man
In a distinctly Kafkaesque twist, readers first encounter protagonist Anders on the morning his life changes forever. Though Anders remains blessedly bereft of insect shells and extra legs (Gregor Samsa who?), he awakes to find that his once-white skin is so dark as to be unrecognizable. Anders isn’t alone. Throughout his future-dystopian city, people continue to wake up with bafflingly brown complexions, much to the unease of their yet-pale neighbors. As Anders struggles to make sense of his new appearance, which comes with a side of judgmental stares, his community hangs in chaotic balance; until the day the last white man (Anders’ father, no less) perishes. Inspired by his own experiences in the aftermath of 9/11, bestselling author Mohsin Hamid’s The Last White Man conjures a not-too-distant world in which color constructs are suddenly gone. Through signature propulsive prose— and a sprinkling of satire noir—his novel cordially invites us to join him in joyous destruction of racial barriers. Happy smashing!
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6 Beer Cheer and Pumpkins on Parade
Friends, this is the weekend to be in Frankfort. First up is Frankfort Beer Week, which runs from Oct. 3 through Oct. 8. Events include a Pints for Polio fundraiser (Oct. 3); a screening of the Michigan Brewers Guild Great Beer State documentary at the Garden Theater (Oct. 5); a chocolate and beer pairing workshop (Oct 4.) and brews and brushes workshop (Oct. 6) at Parkview Taproom; and the Stormtoberfest Party at Stormcloud Brewing (Oct. 8). But wait—there’s more! Also on Oct. 8 is the Fall Festival in Frankfort, which begins with the Giant Pumpkins parade at 11am. (A “mutt march” dog parade happens concurrently for our canine friends!) At the end of the Parade, you’ll find kids’ activities, live music, a cornhole tournament, and a beer tent with drinks from local beverage creators Stormcloud, St. Ambrose, and Iron Fish Distillery. Get details for both events at frankfort-elberta.com.
Stuff We Love: Retired Dennos Leader Honored
Congratulations are in order for Traverse City legend Eugene Jenneman, who was recently announced as one of the four recipients for this year’s University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Alumni Association awards. Jenneman is best known in northern Michigan as the founding executive director and longtime leader of the Dennos Museum Center. Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) hired Jenneman in 1988 to pilot the museum’s early years, and he worked closely with architect Bob Holdeman to design the Dennos Museum Center and oversee its construction. When the museum opened in 1991, Jenneman stayed on as executive director, ultimately leading the Dennos until he retired in 2019. Current Dennos Executive Director Craig Hadley is just the second executive director in museum history. A 1971 alumnus of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire with a degree in physical sciences, Jenneman also started a scholarship at the university intended to “provide financial support for a student pursuing an international educational experience.”
SkyBridge to Open This Month
If chairlifts aren’t your style for fall color viewing, perhaps the soon-to-be unveiled SkyBridge Michigan at Boyne Mountain Resort will do the trick. What is being heralded as the world’s largest timber-towered suspension bridge is nearly complete here in our backyard, and you can’t get much closer to the trees than walking among them. SkyBridge sits at the top of the Hemlock Scenic Chairlift (with a ride included to start your journey), and offers a 1,200-footlong stretch soaring 118 feet above the ground. Those who are acrophobia free (that is, no fear of heights) can be first in line when the attraction opens at 10am on Saturday, Oct. 15. The bridge will be open year-round, snow or shine. An all-day access ticket is $25 for ages 12-69, $20 for 70+, $15 for ages 3-11, and free for kids under 2. Tickets can be found at boynemountain.com/skybridge-michigan. 8 Independent Living Your Way without the worries of Independent Living Your Way without the worries of
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