I agree with Mr. Wood [Aug. 9 opinion column], to an extent. He seems open minded and objective. But, I disagree with the intersection of religion and Democracy. The Constitution is a secular doctrine that excludes religious involvement. The escape from religious monarchs is the entire backbone of our independence.
The freedom of religious choice has nothing to do with governing. There is no constitutional connection at all between governing or Christian beliefs. Religious beliefs and the personal journey that the individual takes in his or her personal spiritual quest has nothing to do with the earthly tasks of governing a nation.
Bret Albright | Traverse City
Shakespeare, or Someone Else: A Response
Indeed it was someone other than Will Shakespeare who wrote those literary masterpieces. According to Mark Anderson, author of “Shakespeare” By Another Name , it was Edward de Vere. deVere was an Earl of Oxford and a member of Queen Elizabeth’s court. Anderson spent 10 years of research (original letters, deVere’s Bible, 156 pages of footnotes) and portrays Shakespeare as a man of limited education from a backwater, whereas deVere was highly educated, well-traveled, particularly in Italy where some of the plays are set.
During those times persons of the court could not lower themselves by writing. They had to use someone else to get works published. Elizabeth’s court was full of intrigues; it was dangerous to reveal one’s self and opinions. Many of the plays reflect actual persons and events around deVere, disguised as entertainment for the court. Anderson presents very compelling arguments for deVere’s authorship. Sorry it wasn’t a woman, much as we might wish it was.
Chloe McGehee | Benzonia
The Cost of Christian Nationalism
Responding to Walt Wood’s guest column, Jesus is recorded as saying: “I have not come to bring peace, but a sword.” And it has been through violence and the sword that conversion to Christianity was undertaken. Emperor Flavius Jovianus delivered an Imperial edict on Sept. 11, 364 ordering the death penalty for all pagans who continued to worship their ancestral gods or for those who practiced divination. He also ordered the destruction of libraries and all non-Christian books.
At Sachsenhain-bei-Verden (782), Charlemagne gave the defeated Saxons a choice: conversion to Christianity by baptism in the morning, or beheading. At Kiev (988) Prince Vladimir had the entire population of the city marched to the river and forcibly baptized on pain of death. In Göta, Norway (997) King Olaf Tryggvason gathered all the wizards and priests of Wotan and Thor in a longhouse for a great feast, then barred the door and burned the building to the ground.
When it came to our Founding Fathers, Jefferson said, “I do not find in orthodox Christianity one redeeming feature” and believed that religious coercion makes “one half of the world fools and the other half hypocrites.” Washington left church before communion was served. Adams wrote Jefferson: “What a mercy it is that these people cannot whip and crop and pillory and roast, as yet in the United States! If they could, they would.”
So our Founders created the first government in the world where religion was separated from the State. Let’s keep it that way.
Peter Bormuth | Jackson
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The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta may be the biggest hot air balloon event in the world, but you don’t have to go all the way to New Mexico to see a stunning air show. Instead, point your compass to Bay Harbor for the 5th annual Balloons Over Bay Harbor Sept. 20-22. Catch massive hot air balloons piloted by experts from across the country, special “night glows” on the marina lawn, and family-friendly events like live music, food trucks, and an artisan market throughout the weekend. There’s even a 3K color run fundraiser for Kali’s Cure, which supports those with spinal cord injuries and paralysis. Proceeds from Balloons Over Bay Harbor will also benefit Kiersten’s Ride, a nonprofit that brings help, hope, and healing through suicide awareness and prevention programs our region. See the festival’s schedule at bayharbor.com.
Fishing for a Fresh Tune
Michael Delp and Crispin Campbell will perform in their guises as the Mad Angler and the Mad Cellist at the Alluvion Sept. 20. The duo, both retired instructors at Interlochen, will perform from their recording The River Under the River. “I’d heard Mike read [his] poems when we were teaching at Interlochen,” says Campbell. “He always said we’ve got to do something together. It took us both leaving Interlochen” to make it happen, and Campbell built a series of improvisations around Delp’s takes on fishing. Joining Campbell and Delp will be dobro player Joe Wilson and jazz pianist Steve Stargardt, mixing spoken word with music encompassing classical, jazz, blues, and gospel. Tickets $25; thealluvion.org.
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Hey, read It! KAOS
Though we’ve been fans of his for decades, from the moment Jeff Goldblum played the Grandmaster in Thor: Ragnarok, we knew he was destined for godhood. And indeed, he now appears as the all-powerful Zeus in KAOS, the new dark comedy about the gods of Mount Olympus mingling with us mere mortals in the 21st century. Fans of Greek mythology will find plenty to love (and laugh at) with fresh takes on everyone from Prometheus to Orpheus, Hera to Hades, Poseidon to Dionysus, as show creator Charlie Covell plays with and subverts the stories we know so well. There’s plenty of prophecy and pantheon pomp here, but the threads of politics, free will, and humanity feel thoroughly modern (as do the sets and costumes…and the language). Catch all eight episodes streaming now on Netflix.
If pasta is a love language, Raduno in Traverse City is the mother tongue! Now in their seventh year of business, this Italian-inspired gastronomia is cranking out spools of scratch-made pasta, which owner Janene Silverman crafts from a blend of semolina and all-purpose flour and Michigan eggs. Choose from a range of perfectly al dente shapes, from spaghetti to rigatoni to twisty fusilli, then get lost in the sauce with an order of authentic beef and pork Bolognese. This rich and aromatic meat sauce is a menu staple (which rotates seasonally) and incorporates a mirepoix base sauteed with garlic, ground meat, and crushed plum tomatoes, topped off with an herb sachet and lemon zest for a lively finish. Dine in, order a la carte, or take some to cook yourself at home. Find Raduno at 545 E. Eighth St. in Traverse City. radunotc.com; (231) 421-1218
Christmas in September 6
Who says it’s too soon to start getting in the holiday spirit? Not the folks in Lake City, who are gearing up for the Festival of the Pines, a celebration of the Christmas tree and lumbering industries in Missaukee County. There will be wood carving demonstrations, lumberjack breakfasts, and contests for experts in ax throwing, chainsawing, crosscutting, and more. The Missaukee Conservation District will be on hand for a native plant sale, and you won’t want to miss a craft vendor market or the Ardis Missaukee Library used book sale. And of course, we’d be remiss if we didn’t highlight the Greased Pig Contest, the Blazing Arrow Archery Tournament, the Lumberjack Children’s Parade, and the Chili Cook-Off, all happening on Saturday. The festival runs Sept. 20-22; find the full slate of events at missaukeechamber.com/ festival-of-the-pines.
State of Michigan Grant Opportunities
Two big grant opportunities from the State of Michigan have been announced this month. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Michigan Invasive Species Program (MISP) have $3.6 million available—in increments of $25,000 to $400,000—for their 2024 funding cycle, with applications due by Nov. 1. MISP priorities include projects that improve public adoption of decontamination practices, detect and respond to MISP watch-list species, and find innovative control methods, among others. Learn more at michigan.gov/MISGP. Meanwhile, the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity is accepting applications for their Rural Readiness Grant Program through Oct. 7. Grants support capacity building, development readiness initiatives, partnership and plan formation, and crosssector collaboration with a goal to “empower rural communities by providing the resources necessary to foster sustainable growth, enhance economic opportunities, and build strong partnerships.” Get details at michigan.gov/ruralreadiness.
Stuff We Love: Getting a Global Perspective
Though it certainly dominates our media feeds, the U.S. election isn’t the only big thing happening in the world. Northern Michigan is lucky to have the Traverse City International Affairs Forum—operating through Northwestern Michigan College—to bring experts in world events to our small corner of the planet. They recently announced their fall schedule, which includes The Gaza Catastrophe: Is There an Endgame? (Sept. 18), Putin’s Provocations: Threats to Global Security (Sept. 19), Global Migration and the Southern Border (Oct. 9), and The Energy Landscape Amidst Climate Change (Nov. 14). All of the above offer in-person and online admission ranging from $10-$15 (free for students, educators, and IAF members) at Milliken Auditorium in the Dennos Museum Center. Interested in going global? Get all the details at tciaf.com.
timothy snyder in conversation with doug stanton
J oin bestselling author Timothy Snyder, an exciting thinker and Yale historian, in conversation with NWS cofounder Doug Stanton. In his new book, On Freedom, he argues that true freedom is about thriving and working together, not just the absence of state power. A book comes with your virtual ticket!
In one of our favorite episodes of the beloved sitcom Friends, the recently-married Phoebe decides to take her new husband’s last name—only to get sidetracked when she realizes she can change her name to anything she wants. She opts for the colorful “Princess Consuela Banana Hammock,” much to her husband’s dismay. Frankfort’s Birch & Maple tips its hat to this classic episode with a cocktail of the same name that combines Rittenhouse Rye, Trinity bitters, brown sugar syrup, and Combier Banana, a liqueur made from ripe Brazilian bananas. And while we don’t typically go for banana-flavored cocktails, we were pleasantly surprised by just how perfectly the sweetness of the banana balances against the bitters and the warm, spicy kick of the rye. Enjoy at 727 Main St. in Frankfort with a view of Betsie Bay. birchandmaplefrankfort.com
Birch & Maple’s Princess Consuela Bananahammock Bottoms Up
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By steven Tuttle
English common law, which we sometimes loosely follow, has decided children as young as seven have the “moral intelligence and maturity” to tell right from wrong and should be held legally responsible for their actions. Most any parent will tell you, however, seven-year olds don’t always act with moral intelligence or maturity.
In fact, we as a society have long recognized that children’s executive decision-making capabilities aren’t so great and they do not have the physical, mental, or emotional maturity for a host of activities. We don’t allow them to drive, sign legally binding contracts, independently obtain medical care, pierce their ears or get a tattoo or have their own credit card without parental approval,
than 38,000 people under the age of 18 were arrested for crimes of violence in 2022, the last year for which full data is available. And according to The Sentencing Project, 28,000 of those underage arrestees ended up in jail or juvenile detention centers, and more than 10,000 of them ended up in adult prisons.
This all comes to mind as we suffer through yet another in what seems like an endless string of school shootings, the latest, at least as of this being written, courtesy of a 14-year old. We’ve decided, as is our wont these days, the kid will be charged and tried as an adult, and we’ll charge at least one of his parents, too.
That’s our new dichotomous approach to this ugliness; the kid is an adult, but it’s also
buy a weapon, vote, obtain credit, consume alcohol, join the military... It’s a very long list of prohibitions directed at minors.
But we have a different standard altogether when it comes to alleged criminal acts. Under those circumstances, children suddenly become adults. You know, “do the adult crime, do adult time.”
You might remember when a six-yearold in Virginia shot his teacher last year. Authorities initially suggested he might be charged as an adult, but common sense prevailed and he wasn’t charged at all. (His mother, however, was sentenced to 21 months for a host of crimes connected to her purchase of the handgun used but not for the actual shooting.)
Lionel Tate committed a heinous crime in 2001, battering a six-year-old to death. Tate, 12 at the time of the crime, was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. His sentence was eventually reduced when the Supreme Court determined such a sentence for anyone younger than 18 constituted cruel and unusual punishment and was a violation of the Eighth Amendment. But prior to that ruling, we were somehow okay with sending a sixthgrader to prison forever.
We haven’t quite figured out how to deal with violent, incorrigible children, but some states seem willing to give up and simply throw away some young offenders. In North Carolina, for example, children as young as six can be sent to juvenile detention centers. Oh-so-liberal California, on the other hand, waits until children are the ripe old age of 12 before incarcerating them.
Children in prison of one sort or another are far less rare than we might think. According to the Department of Justice (DOJ), more
his parents’ fault, even though they didn’t exactly help plan or participate in the crime.
Dad’s criminality in this case is that he bought the boy the gun that was used in the school shootings, and he somehow should have known how the kid was going to use it. Additionally, there had been prior threats about a shooting at the school, and the son and his parents were questioned at the time, and yet the gun was purchased as a gift for the boy after those threats. (The boy denied making the threatening calls, and he was never arrested because of them or disciplined by the school.)
Our efforts to hold as many people as possible accountable after such hideous crimes is understandable. But the most vengeful instincts of our most deeply wounded citizens are not a foundation for justice.
If we are to assume the 14-year-old shooter did so with adult moral intelligence and maturity making an adult decision for which there should be adult consequences, then also blaming parents becomes a little confusing. He was a “child” until dad bought him a gun (the gun gift was illegal since the boy was too young), and then he became an adult criminal.
There’s no doubt a horrific crime was committed by a 14-year-old, for which he must face severe consequences. But pretending he’s an adult and throwing him into the human landfill that is our penal system solves no problem and accomplishes nothing. It’s not clear criminalizing bad parenting is the solution, either.
Treating kid criminals like adults satisfies our need for retribution but doesn’t create better parents, provide real answers for the latest horror, or prevent the next.
EVERYTHING AND THE KITCHEN SINK
Guest Opinion
by Cathye Williams
Is there a spot where you do your best thinking? Mine’s the kitchen sink. I spend a lot of time in this rather mundane spot. Mostly it’s mindless—prepping food, washing dishes, fetching a drink of water. It’s the kind of place where you can focus on a task, or let your mind drift. For whatever reason, this is where I often find myself lost in thought, standing at the sink, staring out the window.
Lately, though, spending so much time at the sink is vexing me. Why? Because I’m starting to think I want a new sink. Twenty years on, my sink still does all the things
appliances, cars—practically everything, including the kitchen sink. All our “things” lose their appeal long before they lose their usefulness. Why? Because someone tells us our things are no longer appealing. Then they give us new things to look at. Then they do a bunch of surveys, control studies, and focus groups to prove how appealing the new things are.
Maybe the only thing “outdated” here is this system itself. Continuously making more stuff without reflecting on the cost isn’t working anymore. Just consider the volume of waste we are piling up and the
Being aware of the real cost of what we buy, and the forces influencing us, helps.
you want a sink to do. Nothing leaks or drips. Clean water comes out the tap, and stuff you don’t want goes down the drain, no problem. So why this pressing urge? What is driving me to the plumbing aisle, checking out the fancy faucets? Why am I googling “DIY sink” and “reverse osmosis”?
Sure, it may be getting dull and scratched in a few places, but this sink is just fine. Even if one day it stopped being fine, I’m confident that a call to my brother-in-law and some $5 doodad from the hardware would make it fine again. Yet here I am, contemplating tossing it out.
What brings people to this juncture? Some blame a system that thrives on consumer demand for shiny new things. The people who profit from pumping out more goods have a whole lineup of tricks, otherwise known as marketing.
Take music. My local grocery favors classic rock. I’m sure that’s not random, but certainly tied to research that shows grocery receipts go up when Journey and Fleetwood Mac tunes are wafting through the frozen foods. Does the music make us feel nostalgic, or hungry? Who knows? But after bopping and buying to Bob Seger too many times, I’ve started listening to podcasts while I shop.
Another ploy is the deals. Most of us know that the point of every “deal” is to 1) get you to buy something and 2) get you to buy more. We know this, yet we can’t seem to help ourselves. You can defend against this by asking one simple question: “Will I use it?” If you can answer yes, then grab that coupon and head to the checkout. You’re doing better just by taking the time to ask.
To me, however, the most irksome of all is when corporate marketing strategists convince us that something we have is “outdated”. You name it—clothes,
sad fact that, even with all the waste, there are still people who don’t have the basics needed to live, much less the latest upgrade. We can do better.
I could do better by keeping that darn sink another five years. Heck, maybe another 20. How much energy and materials could be conserved if I did? I venture if I figured out how much, it would lessen the appeal of a sexy new sink. We can mitigate a great deal of harm just by keeping things a little longer.
That’s not to say that style, form, and beauty shouldn’t matter in our lives, but how much they matter, and who controls when and how they matter, is concerning. The desire for “the latest” dogs us, whether we can afford it or not.
If you struggle with this, and let’s be honest, who doesn’t, maybe skip over that Vogue or House Beautiful , and grab a nice nature magazine instead. Block or turn off ads, and delete searches as much as possible. Inordinate amounts of money go towards steering our purchase decisions because it works.
Being aware of the real cost of what we buy, and the forces influencing us, helps. We can also learn what the dreamers, designers, and manufacturers are doing to reduce the pollution and waste that come from having our favorite things. We can advocate for policies that support sustainability in every sector.
So, my sink and I are fine. I no longer haunt the plumbing aisle. I can admire a kitchen makeover without coveting anything. Maybe my next sink will be House Beautiful material, and a little easier on the planet too.
Cathye Williams is a local climate activist. She writes from the northern corner of Manistee County.
IN PRAISE OF SILENCE
Guest Opinion
by Richard Fidler
I am quite deaf, but that does not mean I have trouble hearing sounds. Certainly, some people are like that—unable to detect sounds—but I am not one of them. My disability, however annoying, still permits me to hear birdsong and the chirping of crickets, though my perception of them differs from most people’s.
The problem with my hearing does not relate to hearing too little, but to hearing too much. Ambient noise keeps me from understanding the words of my friends, sometimes spoken only a few feet away. The
deaf-friendly atmosphere and encourage us to come at off-hours, that invitation certainly boosting their profits. Deaf-friendly does not have to mean more expense for restaurant owners. Instead, if properly advertised, it can mean more grateful customers. After all, we do not dine out just for the food, but for companionship and fun, and we are always searching for new places.
On the street outside the restaurant, noise levels have crept up, decade after decade, reaching its peak at this very moment. Consider the soundscape of young Emily
Deaf-friendly does not have to mean more expense for restaurant owners. Instead, if properly advertised, it can mean more grateful customers.
worst of it occurs in restaurants ill-designed to accommodate the hard-of-hearing.
One café I frequent regularly is a prime offender. All surfaces are hard: concrete floors, exposed ceiling infrastructure, tables, counters, and glass windows without curtains. Background music drones on without end. Tables are set close to each other with no partitions. The roar of latte machines punctuates the air. Metal chairs clank incessantly as they are moved about. Children make an uproar (though the restaurant probably can’t do much to quell them).
Because of the bedlam, my friends and I cannot use the place for social reasons. We end up staring hopelessly as one of us tries to break through the wall of sound that surrounds us.
I know another restaurant that does all the right things. It is located in a hotel (hotels are frequently deaf-friendly places). There is carpet on the floor and curtains on the windows. Booths are widely separated from each other. The ceiling is high and does not reveal the ducts of infrastructure. TV and music do not intrude on the meal. Children, if present, are supervised by their parents: the expectation is that they will behave in this place.
When my friends and I visit this restaurant, we know that we will hear each other. To make sure, we schedule our lunches after 1:30pm, after the main trade has gotten up and left.
Restaurants can do things to help the hard-ofhearing. They can seat patrons away from each other, especially families with noisy children. They can get rid of ambient music and TV. They can consider installing sound-deadening fabrics, carpets, and wall insulation. They can seat persons with hearing disability (it is easy to tell them by their hearing devices) away from noisy spots such as doors to the kitchen or loud coffee makers.
Best of all, they could inform us about their
Dickinson in the early nineteenth century, a time before aircraft and automobiles, when railroads and steamships were only beginning to foul the air with their deafening whistles and metal-upon-metal clanking. In contrast to the hubbub of modern-day life, the sound of the wind in the trees was background noise, punctuated by the calls of animals and voices of humans.
Those sounds can scarcely be heard as one walks along Eighth Street during high traffic hours: cars, trucks, Harleys, sirens, helicopters, and airplanes drown them out. Sadly, I do not see how to quell the noise, though electric cars, trucks, buses, and motor scooters will certainly help. Legislation that requires adequate mufflers on motorized vehicles might help, too, but I cannot see owners of Harleys agreeing to that. Isn’t the noise half the fun?
Here is my opinion about excessive noise makers, for what it is worth: Your freedom to make 70-decibel sounds when you accelerate stops at my eardrum. And that goes for that horrendous beep-beep that comes from construction vehicles backing up. Yes, the warning can prevent accidents, but if the system is designed to make bystanders move aside when a vehicle is backing up, then why do the beeps have to be so loud they wake me up in the morning? Me, trying to sleep a quarter of a mile away?
And sirens—yes, there are times when first responders must turn them on to get someplace in a hurry. But are there times you might elect to turn them off because speed is not important—especially times like Sunday morning when there is almost no traffic on the road in the first place? Just asking.
The truth of the matter is that we will only gain a quieter environment when we insist on it. I’m ready to join the battle. Are you?
A former science teacher in the Traverse City Area Public Schools, Richard Fidler writes books about the history and natural history of the Grand Traverse area.
Pacificoast
Traverse City
In a restaurant town such as Traverse City, it’s hard to imagine a theme that hasn’t been done. But Pacificoast is something new, and as the name suggests, the coastal vibe is everywhere. Their job is food, but it might also be beach…and we think Ken (and Barbie) would fit right in.
Pacificoast occupies the space previously known as 123 Speakeasy, a popular reservation-only nightspot with a Prohibition theme. Sadly, that business model could not sustain itself under COVID restrictions, and it was forced to close.
The new room is bright and open, with white shiplap, exposed trusses and ductwork, and a variety of seating, with room for almost 150. Choose from high tops with bistro chairs in natural wood or turquoise metal, plus banquette seating and tables along one wall and plenty of bar space, including an up-close-and-personal pizza bar fronting the massive wood-fired pizza oven.
On the Menu
Favorites on the starter menu include the Crispy Baja Tacos, with cod, chipotle crema, cabbage, and pickled onion, and the Firecracker Shrimp with Boom Boom sauce. For the meal, try the Buttered Crawfish Roll or traditional Fish & Chips for a seaside twist or keep it classic with the Smash Burger with American cheese, caramelized onions, and Cali sauce.
And then there’s pizza, prepared in the open kitchen with Ferment 72, a locally made Neapolitan dough from Michael P’s Specialty Foods of Elk Rapids. (Chef and restaurateur Michael Peterson is a name you might know from Spencer Creek Landing, Lulu’s Bistro, Siren Hall, and American House Wood Fired Pizza.)
Stick with the tried-and-true cheese or go for something unexpected: The Dirty Honey, with cup pepperoni, hot honey, ricotta, and mozzarella; Bacon Wrapped Fig, with goat cheese and mozzarella; or the Elote with roasted corn, feta, cilantro, smoked paprika, parmesan, crema, and lime. There
By Northern Express Staff & Contributors
Autumn officially arrives this week, which means we are in peak Locals’ Summer season. The crowds have thinned, open tables are easier to come by, and we’re still benefiting from the bounty of the summer harvest.
So what’s a local to do? Dine out, of course! These six eateries hit all the marks for great food, from California-inspired pizzas to authentic Mexican fare, Low Country shrimp boils to Hot Cheeto Burritos, Wagyu beef to piled-high sandwiches. So while the summer weather lasts, get out and eat up!
are more, but we’ll let you be surprised.
Find Pacificoast at 123 W Front St. Ste 1B in Traverse City. (231) 486-6078; pacificoastsummer.com
Dreloco Taco Traverse City
Dreloco Taco was founded by partners Andre Bushell and Loren Akerman in the spot previously occupied by their Dickey’s Barbeque Pit, a Texas-based franchise, which they opened in 2017 in the same Campus Plaza location. After six years of Dickey’s, the pair decided to pivot to their own brand of fresh, authentic Mexican food.
The duo first earned their bona fides in Fortune 15 companies before combining talents and going out on their own. They also own/operate Foundry Craft Grillery, in East Jordan since 2019 and in Elk Rapids since 2023.
The Dreloco interior is no-nonsense industrial rustic, with deep-toned woods, exposed ceilings, brickwork, decorative tile, and rows of plank-style tables with chairs or bench seating. Garage doors bring the outside in, weather permitting, and there is room for about 75 patrons seated inside and out. There’s also plenty of room for those ordering take-out.
On the Menu
Those who want things their way can build their meal by choosing the burrito, nacho, quesadilla, taco, or bowl as a base. You’ll also find expertly crafted tacos, such as the Texan with beef barbacoa, chili lime mayo, roasted corn salsa, and chipotle BBQ, topped with cheese, pickled onion, and cilantro; the Loco Carnitas with pulled pork, topped with slaw and boom boom sauce; and for the traditionalist, the beef OG with cheese and crisp lettuce. And don’t miss their take on the Hot Cheeto Burrito.
Loco Fries are another huge favorite, and for good reason. Imagine a bowl of fresh-
cut fries, topped with queso, pulled pork, roasted corn salsa, and boom boom sauce. (Enjoy a deep discount on these wildly tasty fries every Locals Tuesday.) Another big seller is La Boomdilla, a combo of grilled chicken, corn salsa, cheese, and boom boom sauce, grilled crisp on the outside.
Just be sure to save some room for dessert and try the Cinnamon Sugar Churro, the crispy-on-the-outside and fluffy-on-theinside fried pastry.
Find Dreloco Taco at 1201 E. Front St. Suite A, Campus Plaza, in Traverse City. (231) 715-1188; @drelocotaco
Casa Nueva Mancelona
Casa Nueva has been “unbelievably busy” since they opened in March 2024.
The building used to house Mustangs Pit Stop, which closed in 2021. The building was sold in 2023, and restaurateur Dusty Rodriguez says the Casa Nueva team mostly had a turnkey property on their hands, with a few maintenance projects, some work on the bar to be done, and cosmetic improvements to make the space feel “inviting” and “elevated.”
That instant influx of patrons boils down to the authentic menu Rodriguez touts.
“We are from a town in Michoacán in Mexico. In Michoacan, specifically, their specialty are carnitas,” Rodriguez says of the No. 1 dish at the restaurant. “So, you know, we have a lot of experience. We know what they’re supposed to be.”
On the Menu
Expect seasoned pork tips—tried-andtrue family recipe included—alongside refried beans, pico de gallo, tortillas, and rice.
Even the rice comes by way of Mexico.
Casa Nueva utilizes a Mexican food purveyor out of Chicago to help source specific ingredients like chili peppers and rice. “Our rice that comes from [that
supplier] is completely different from what you would get at Meijer,” Rodriguez jokes.
Locally, stops at the Cherry Street Market in Kalkaska help supply “fantastic vegetables.” Rodriguez also says she’s working with a local farmer to source the restaurant’s tomatoes. All sauces, sides, and ingredients are prepared fresh daily.
“Literally, the only thing that comes in a bottle is salt and pepper,” Rodriguez says.
Other popular dishes include the Arroz con Pollo—a chicken and rice dish with a side of house-made cheese dip—and the Chori Pollo, which features grilled chicken and chorizo. And, of course, don’t miss the classic quesadillas, tacos, and burritos. Rodriguez also points to the multiple styles of fajitas, from regular chicken to Fajita Rancheras (chicken, steak, shrimp, and carnitas) as must-tries on the menu. And the Chimichanga (done two ways) is a bit of an under-the-radar option that guests rave about.
Dessert is kept in house with four mainstay options: carrot cake, cheesecake, flan, and chocoflan, aka a decadent, chocolatey version of the traditional baked custard dish.
Find Casa Nueva at 7983 US 131 NE in Mancelona.
Suzy’s Seafood Boils Charlevoix
Of all the inventive business and lifestyle ideas that were birthed—whether by accident or necessity— from the pandemic, Suzy Brown’s might be one of the most serendipitous.
In her quest to host an 80th birthday party—during a time when restaurants were operating at around 25 percent occupancy— Suzy took matters into her own hands and created an authentic Low Country shrimp boil for family and friends. She reflects on the energy of that day, and “the interaction around the pot, [and] the smells.” She
continues, “Everyone loved it. It was an easy, summer-fun thing to do.”
The rest is flavor history for this Charlevoix-based enterprise.
On the Menu
The menu, with some exceptions, is pretty much set: Wild caught and cleaned jumbo E-Z peel shrimp, authentic Andouille sausage, fresh red potatoes, sweet Vidalia onions, and corn on the cob, all flavored with Suzy’s proprietary seasoning blend and fresh cut lemons. Southern biscuits and all the butter you could possibly want round out this moveable feast.
Lobster tails and crab legs are popular add-ons, and she “might consider” serving clams and mussels, upon request. (It doesn’t hurt to ask if you have an off-menu favorite.) But that’s pretty much as far as it goes for special orders: Brown is licensed as an “athome mobile chef.” Straying from the menu would require a catering license, and she’s happy with the status quo.
Ingredients are sourced from Superior Foods in Grand Rapids, a top tier supplier, with seafood creds going back to 1959. And, when available, hand-picked sweet corn is sourced from Boyne City’s Johnecheck Farms, a famous name among northern Michigan producers and corn on the cob aficionados.
If you want to book your own boil, remember that like any popular brick-andmortar establishment, Suzy books up fast. “Clients should book at least three to four weeks in advance,” she says. She shares that peak season starts around the “last weekend in June into mid-August.” Things settle down after that, but still, plan ahead so there are no disappointments.
Find Suzy’s Seafood Boils online at bookaboil. com or call (248) 935-9866.
Chloe’s Chop House Bellaire
Earlier this year, Chef Taylor Sutherland and his brother Hunter looked at the restaurant landscape and realized it was lacking something significant: A true steakhouse experience, where all the cuts of meat and sides are priced a la carte so patrons can customize the exact level of carnivorous decadence they desire.
In May, that realization manifested in the new Chloe’s Chop House in downtown Bellaire.
“My brother and I have always really loved food, and there’s really no good steakhouses around,” Taylor says, and prior to opening the restaurant, he did a lot of research to make sure they were going to deliver on that intention. “We went down to Prime & Proper in Detroit, the Chop House in Grand Rapids, Ruth’s Chris … we enjoy that service experience, and we decided to try to bring that Detroit or Chicago style restaurant up [here].”
On the Menu
Even though some steakhouse menus can feel like they’ve been set in amber in a lot of places, Chloe’s infuses some fun and creativity into their offerings. The menu goes beyond just the standard NY strip, T-bone, and loaded baked potatoes to include a Tomahawk ribeye and even the rare Japanese A5 Wagyu beef.
“I’m a big proponent of buying the best product from the best places, and I’ve been in the business long enough to know who has the best of what, and we use ’em,” Taylor says. The famously rich, heavily-marbled wagyu beef is served as a generous six-ounce portion, delivered and
sliced tableside by the chef (often Hunter) so diners can see the delicately buttery beef tremble as it’s portioned.
If those monster cuts aren’t your preference, Chloe’s also has some more traditionally composed entrees like braised pork shank, seared halibut, or even mac ’n’ cheese topped with lobster tail or smoked brisket.
One other thing that Chloe’s sells a lot more than your traditional steakhouse? Breakfast items. They’re open for brunch six days a week, putting lobster Benedicts, French toast, and biscuits and gravy out next to lamb burgers, BLTs, and Oysters Rockefeller.
Find Chloe’s Chop House at 213 N Bridge St. in Bellaire. (231) 350-8986; chloeschophouse.com
The Happy Troll Charlevoix
Summer 2024 marked Dennis and Paige O’Leary’s second anniversary as proprietors of The Happy Troll, Charlevoix’s busy café/pub/bakery/dinner spot, just steps from the town’s famous bascule bridge, at the confluence of Pine River channel and Round Lake harbor.
Previously known as Scovie’s, the place had a solid 20-year run before the owner chose retirement and passed the torch to the O’Learys, longtime Charlevoix residents.
“We [kept] the vast majority of [Scovie’s] menu,” Dennis explains. “It was a proven winner, and the patrons were keen to let us know they liked the broad offerings.”
Though the menu is largely the same, the space itself certainly got a glow up. Think nautical vibes with cheerful blues and lakeinspired fixtures, plus new furniture and flooring. Displays of burgee flags (yachting pennants) honor the previous owner’s support of the Venetian Festival and the Red Fox Regatta, and The Happy Troll is proud to carry on the tradition.
On the Menu
Look for soups and salads, wraps and sandwiches, burgers and paninis, plus a big selection of sweet treats—cookies, cakes, pies, and bars—from the bakery. Meats (including house-brined corned beef and house-made roast beef), cheeses, and vegetables are hand-cut daily, and sourced locally whenever possible.
Favorites include the Bada Bing, loaded with salami, ham, banana peppers, provolone, romaine lettuce, tomato, and house-made Italian dressing. The Lincoln Tunnel is a pile of turkey pastrami, corned beef, Swiss, coleslaw, and Thousand Island dressing. Or try the fresh daily Northern Michigan Chicken Salad, presented two ways, on greens or on your choice of bakery bread. The Three Alarm burger is a 1/2-pound fire-grilled angus patty on a pretzel bun with pepper jack, jalapeños, and house sriracha mayo sauce.
An impressive kids’ menu has all of the usual suspects, plus the Build Your Own Kids Sandwich. (Adults have the same option.)
Outside of the lunch hours, downtown dining happens on Friday and Saturday evenings with traditional favorites. Patrons favor the Pecan Encrusted Walleye, sautéed, oven-finished, and topped with Amaretto beurre blanc; as well as the Baked Meat Lasagna with ricotta and fivecheese blend. The homemade Chicken Pot Pie dinner special takes you right back to your nana’s kitchen.
Find The Happy Troll at 111 Bridge Street in Charlevoix. (231) 237-7827; thehappytroll.com
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Where New York City Meets Northern Michigan (By Way of Naples)
In the kitchen with Two Sons Pizza
By Greg Tasker
There’s no shortage of pizza choices in Traverse City. There’s wood-fired. Stonefired. Flatbread. Detroit-style. Deep dish. And, of course, an abundant selection of pies from regional and national pizza chains.
But until Two Sons Pizza opened up on East Front Street in Traverse City, there was no authentic New York-style pizza. Well, at least none that matched what Steve Tyson remembered from his professional years in NYC. You know, those famous handtossed, thin-crust pies with wide slices you could fold in the middle because the crust is so pliable.
“That’s why Two Sons Pizza exists,” says
Tyson, who opened the pizzeria with his wife, Jen, a short time after they moved their family to Traverse City and realized there was a niche to be filled in the local market. “I could not get the pizza here that I wanted. In New York, I ate pizza multiple times a week.”
He tried every kind of pizza in the region—from traditional pizza shops and pizzerias to breweries, bars, and small markets. He found them all good in their own right and realized there is a consistent style in northern Michigan, pies made with more dough, less crispy crust, and more toppings. None of them matched the traditional pies of New York.
“It’s one of the only things I truly missed from that area,” adds Tyson, who relocated
at Christmas two years ago to Traverse City to be closer to relatives and to enjoy the outdoors and the slower pace of life. “I don’t miss the traffic and the cost of living in New York, but the city offers international cuisine at the highest levels, and the pizza is unequaled.”
Build Your Own Pizzeria
The Tysons didn’t open Two Sons on a whim. With a background in commercial construction, Steve did extensive research. Although he considers himself a pizza geek, he concedes he knew nothing about making New York-style pizza beforehand. Looking to replicate the style, he reached out to the owner of his favorite pizzeria back in New
York and hired him as a consultant.
Tyson learned from his mentor but also tinkered, slightly changing the dough and the sauce. He calls his pizza a hybrid of New York-style and Neapolitan. His crust is firmer on the bite but chewy on the inside. His pizzas can also be super crispy on the outside with that perfect char.
Two Sons Pizza opened in a small spot in The Coin Slot, a popular arcade with pinball machines, other games and a bar, nearly a year and a half ago. The pizzeria is named after Steve and Jen’s two sons, Trey and JJ.
The Coin Slot location has proven ideal, providing an immediate customer base with the many game enthusiasts wanting food. Tyson revamped the kitchen (which had
previously served other eateries) to meet his needs, including turning the bar into a display for the various slices of pie.
“It’s been a great opportunity for both of us,” Tyson says.
Jen Tyson, who is an environmental scientist, is a majority owner of the pizzeria and handles a lot of back office work. Steve is more hands-on and can be frequently seen behind the counter in the kitchen.
As part of the company’s business plan, Two Sons has partnered with Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy. Its “Eat Pizza Plant Trees” campaign means for every 50-pound bag of flour purchased throughout the year for pizza dough, Two Sons has committed to planting a tree in the Grand Traverse community. Some 300 trees were planted in the region this past spring.
“I just thought this was a great initiative and something I wanted to do,” he says. “I
believe every business should do something for the community, something outside the business. It doesn’t matter what it is. We picked trees because my wife is a forestry major and environmental scientist.”
From Top(ping) to Bottom
If you did the math on those tree plantings, you can tell these folks are making a lot of pizza dough. The pizzeria offers classic and creative whole pies at a massive 20 inches and slices just as big as you’d see in the Big Apple itself.
Grand Pepperoni is the most popular classic pie. Mushy Madness, one of their two vegetable pizza offerings, is a mushroom pizza topped with sauteed mushrooms, ricotta, basil, and truffle oil, and is a big hit. Specialty pies are crafted each month as well.
Among the signature pizzas are the TC
Pie, consisting of house-smoked pulled pork, Two Sons Signature Cherry Barbecue sauce, and red and green onion, and the Smokehouse Chicken, with house-smoked chicken, bacon, and house ranch. Several pies are available by the slice every day. The sides include French fries, garlic knots, and Zeppelis, homemade doughnuts with powdered sugar and a nutella drizzle.
Two Sons makes almost everything from scratch, including their dough and sauce. Some pizza staples like mozzarella and pepperoni come from suppliers, but nearly all other toppings come from fresh ingredients, chopped and cooked daily by the kitchen staff. “There’s not a freezer in our shop,” Tyson says. “We’re fast and casual, an open-scratch kitchen.”
Two Sons uses a non-bromated flour for the dough, keeping unnecessary chemicals out of the food, and the sauce is made fresh
daily, using just seven ingredients—three of them are spices. A smoker out back is used to smoke the pork and chicken for the signature pies, and the pork is smoked for 16 hours.
In addition to glowing reviews about the pizza online for both Two Sons and The Coin Slot, Tyson hears compliments daily from his customers.
“They say it’s the best pizza they’ve ever had, the best they’ve had since they moved here from wherever that may be,” Tyson says. “We’re always talking to new customers as well. It’s been an overwhelmingly positive experience, especially for such a novel concept for the area. We can’t wait to see what comes next.”
Find Two Sons Pizza inside The Coin Slot at 346 E. Front St. in Traverse City. (231) 4636887; twosonspizza.com
Look, Don't Touch
Picture it: a curious young boy at a museum. An ancient artifact unprotected by glass. Bet you can't guess what happened next. On Aug. 23, reports CNN, a 4-yearold boy visited the Hecht Museum in Haifa, Israel, with his parents. According to the child's father, the boy noticed a large ceramic container and "pulled the jar slightly," wanting to see what was inside -- accidentally smashing the 3,500-year-old relic in the process. Museum officials were unfazed: "We are appealing to parents: Don't be afraid. Things like this happen," said museum head Inbal Rivin. "We will fix (the jar) and put it back." The Hecht Museum displays some items without protective cases, a nod to founder Reuben Hecht's belief in allowing the public to experience archaeological finds with as few barriers as possible. The jar dates to between 2200 B.C. and 1500 B.C., and was likely used for storing and transporting liquid goods such as wine or oil. Finding an intact vessel was something of a rarity, and restoration efforts are already underway.
Book Lover Booked
A 71-year-old flat owner in Rome woke one night to find a burglar in his residence ... reading a book about the Iliad. The BBC reported on Aug. 24 that the would-be burglar claims he broke into the building to visit someone else and simply found himself in the wrong unit. Spotting Giovanni Nucci's book "The Gods at Six O'Clock," a retelling of The Iliad from a divine perspective, the 38-year-old settled in for story time. When the homeowner awoke and confronted him, the thief attempted to get away via the balcony, but was soon arrested. News of the bookworm burglar made its way to the author, who said he'd like to give the criminal a copy: "... he'll have been arrested halfway through reading it. I'd like him to be able to finish it." Nucci added that his favorite deity is Hermes, the god of thieves -- and of literature.
Better Late Than Never
The U.K.-based Royal Mail service delivered a postcard to the Swansea Building Society in Wales -- a mere 121 years after it was posted. The BBC reported on Aug. 21 that the Christmas-themed postcard was addressed to "Miss Lydia Davies" and signed by "Ewart." Among other lines, Ewart apologizes for not picking up a "pair" of an unknown item: "I am so sorry, but I hope you are enjoying yourself at home." The postcard made waves online after Henry Darby, the Swansea Building Society's marketing and communications officer, found it when sorting through the post. Unable to find any information about Lydia, he took to social media for help. West Glamorgan Archives confirmed that a John Davies once lived at the address in question with his wife, Maria, and six children -- including Lydia, who would have been 16 when the postcard was sent.
Unclear on the Concept
A groundhog made headlines In Hollidaysburg, Pennylvania, about an hour from Punxsutawney -- but not for predicting the weather. Fun-seekers playing the claw machine at a local arcade realized that one of the "stuffed animals" was blinking back at them, reported the Associated Press on Aug. 14. Manager Lynn Castle of The Meadows
frozen custard and mini-golf isn't sure how the critter got in, but said it almost took an army to release the rodent. Employees contacted the machine's owners, who passed the buck to the police department, who called in the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Game wardens were able to open the machine and set the rodent, dubbed Colonel Custard, free in a nearby field. Castle and The Meadows wasted no time capitalizing on the incident, making T-shirts that said "Respect the Groundhog" and naming a frozen treat flavor after their furry visitor. "It's a good story that ended well," Castle said. "He got set free. No one got bit."
U R in Trouble
Some people yell, throw things or shut down when they get mad. Not Dr. Giovanni Baula. According to court records in St. Petersburg, Florida, on two separate occasions, the good doctor expressed his ire with Dr. Dylan Dinesh by dousing the latter's office doors in gallons of fluid that smelled suspiciously like urine. As The Smoking Gun reports, court documents say the liquid "soaked into the front wooden doors, causing irreparable damage." Dinesh's practice suffered $6,000 worth of losses, in addition to the $1,500 to replace the doors. Baula was arrested and charged with a felony count of criminal mischief, but released after paying a $5,000 bond. Perhaps unsurprisingly, Baula doesn't exactly have a clean rap sheet. In
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REIMAGINING THE CHERRYLAND CENTER
New businesses, housing, and community attractions being added to the former mall
By Anna Faller
Back in the nineties and early aughts, the Cherryland Center in Traverse City was a bustling shopping center at the intersection of Garfield and South Airport roads. But the rise of online shopping, several recessions, and the decline of big box stores led to the property slowly emptying…until it got a new life in the last few years.
Spearheaded by the Garfield Township Planning Commission, the complex is now the focal point of a revitalization initiative, headlined by a host of new owners and businesses, to reimagine the space as a modern and vibrant hub for community engagement.
“We’re fortunate that we have those that are willing to take a risk and make that investment,” says Garfield Township Planning Director John Sych. “We’re in a market that can support those efforts, which is a good thing for Garfield and the region as a whole.”
The Fall of the Mall
Formerly known as the Cherryland Mall, the Cherryland Center’s first life began in the 1970s, when Schostak Brothers and Company, Inc., a Livonia-based real estate development company, opened it as the first and only enclosed shopping mall in northwest Michigan at the time.
“It was really the first big development outside the proper area of Traverse City,” Sych notes.
At the time, the culture of shopping was framed as an exciting excursion. Big box
stores with a variety of products were a key element of this business model, and the Cherryland Center more than delivered with its original four anchor tenants: Sears, Younkers (previously H.C. Prange Co.), Kmart, and a Kroger supermarket, which was later replaced by a Tom’s Food Marke t.
By the late nineties though, the times were changing. Consumers no longer wanted to spend hours browsing products; instead, they were prioritizing an experience that could expedite their daily errands. In response to this shift, the Cherryland Center was redeveloped as an outdoor “power center,” which also marked notable expansions for its most dominant players like Younkers and Sears.
It was also around this time that “category killers” like Best Buy and Office Depot were having their moment, and in 2011, the complex’s grocery space was occupied by the Big Lots that’s still there today.
But in-store traffic declined even further throughout the following decades, as shipping became a central pillar of goods exchange. By the end of the 2010s, three of Cherryland’s four anchor stores had closed those locations or gone out of business.
What to Do?
Fast forward to the early 2020s, and the majority of the mall was vacant. Today, Big Lots serves as the sole anchor name, and only about half of the 23 smaller storefronts are occupied, with current tenants including Asian Buffet, L.A. Nails, and G.T. Games.
This left Garfield Township with nearly 40 acres of underutilized space. “It’s a substantial amount of property to be viable for commercial [use], though,” says Sych, especially when most local shopping demand has migrated west to US-31 with options like Target at the Grand Traverse Mall or the adjacent superstores of Grand Traverse Crossing.
There was interest in revitalizing the space, including a $10 million U-Haul development pitched in 2018, but the township also wanted to avoid what they call “dead space” uses, like storage units. The complex had an excellent framework, including access to two major thoroughfares, tons of parking, and several fast-food locations and coffee shops already in place. But what would be the best fit for it? The township left that up to interested buyers.
The process began by creating a “subarea” initiative, known as the BarlowGarfield Neighborhood Plan (that’s an amendment to the township’s Master Plan), whose aim is to generate a uniting vision for the northeast corner of Garfield Township. The Cherryland Center, says Sych, was a clear focal point.
“We went into it knowing that [the property] was a great opportunity. We’ve encouraged developers to create other uses, and we wanted to let future owners know that the township was supporting that,” Sych adds.
A CLEAR Vision
One section of the former mall is
already seeing the effects of thoughtful development.
Led by three local entrepreneurs— Lowell Gruman and Casey Cowell, both of Boomerang Catapult, along with North American Advisors CEO Bruce Byl—plans for the former Kmart site rebrand as the Center for Lifetime Engagement, Activity, and Renewal (CLEAR) are underway.
CLEAR Center already includes the Traverse City Curling Club, Traverse City Philharmonic, and 24/7 Golf, and they expect to expand with on-site solar energy, multifamily housing, and new tenants such as a possible trampoline park, roller rink, and/or national retail store.
The developers have implemented a philanthropic funding model, wherein $4.5 million in membership equity, sourced from private contributors, will allow the property to transition from a nonprofit to a for-profit LLC.
Per Byl, approaching the revamp this way will not only help spur community activity, but because the plaza falls within a Designated Enterprise Zone—that’s a government label designed to jumpstart economic growth—the shift could also help propel property values and offer tax advantages. As part of the financing, the team was also able to sell about 11 acres of excess frontage, wherein a fourplex of retail units, including a Starbucks, is already under construction.
“We want to build an economicallyresilient community, where people are attracted to live and work and create value
K1 Speed is one of the newest additions to the Cherryland Center, offering indoor electric go karts.
to send out into the world,” Gruman tells us. “We’re giving people the opportunity to participate, and that’s why what we’re doing is so exciting.”
Meet the Tenants
The CLEAR story begins in 2019, when the Traverse City Curling Club, then operating at Centre Ice, started looking for a larger facility—specifically, one with the space and infrastructure to accommodate their own ice rink.
After the pandemic dashed plans for a new building, the nonprofit began
reconstruction of the sprawling Kmart space in June 2022. Since then, the Traverse City Curling Club, which opened its doors the following year, has grown to occupy about a quarter of the 87,000-square-foot structure. It encompasses a multi-lane curling rink, viewing area, and post-game social lounge (complete with pre-measured drinks on tap).
“It’s become a great success,” Gruman says.
The Traverse City Philharmonic (formerly Traverse Symphony Orchestra) has also signed on to occupy another quadrant of the CLEAR Center space. Following the group’s recent relaunch, the
new facility will serve as TC Phil’s central headquarters while offering rehearsal and recital venues, teaching studios, and program expansion headlined by a community music school, which aims to serve students throughout the five-county region. The community music school is projected to open later this fall.
The center’s third and final tenant is likely to be 24/7 Golf—a recreation concept offering all-day access to indoor pickleball courts and golf simulations—whose business would occupy the northeast corner space of the building.
That leaves about 27,000 square feet of unclaimed space at the building’s center. Though they haven’t confirmed an occupant yet, the CLEAR group notes that potential tenants ranging from furniture retailers to gourmet food stores and health and fitness companies have all reached out. To be clear: there are no specific criteria for potential lessees. Byl does, however, stress that the space should be a “community amenity.”
“If we could pick and choose [the last tenant], it would be something that would draw people to the area, so that they could enjoy what’s been recreated and continue to
Traverse City Curling Club opened in the Kmart building in 2023. Photo on right, taken by Paul Koss, shows the space under construction.
make it vibrant,” he says.
Other highlights of the CLEAR Center’s efforts include installing solar panels on the curling club’s roof, courtesy of Heritage Sustainable Energy—which, per Gruman, will lower energy costs—as well as a partnership with Innovo to construct a 52-unit townhome complex that’s still in the works.
Filling in the Gaps
As for the remaining two thirds of the center, Sych says there’s still plenty of room.
In the southwestern wing, a K1 Speed go-kart racing branch is already up and running. The roughly 80,000-square-foot lot that was previously home to Sears was purchased by Alpena-based internist Dr. Ulysses Walls in fall 2022. Since then, it’s been completely refurbished as the indoor go-kart racing franchise, which has dozens of locations throughout the country and specializes in electric karts (some of them decked out in neon, called “glow-karts”)
that can reach almost 50 miles per hour.
Per Sych, the business is also coordinating with a local builder to finalize an adjacent bar/restaurant concept called High Tops. The space, which was originally slated for a location at the Grand Traverse Mall, will offer American fare and music to go along with the go-karts. Earlier this week, an updated site plan for High Tops was brought to Garfield Township planning commissioners that included a sports bar, restaurant, and nightclub with a total capacity of just over 1,900. High Tops is expected to occupy the rest of the former Sears building at just over 38,000 square feet.
Commissioners had concerns that late hours and noise from concerts and the rear parking lot for the nightclub would be disruptive to neighbors on Woodward Avenue. The application has been tabled until High Tops owner Philip Beehler can attend a board meeting and address the board’s concerns.
The future of the former Younkers building, however, is still a question mark.
Though Sych notes that the planning commission has received several proposals for portions of the property—most notably, a dog-friendly brewpub, called Two Brothers Dog Park Café & Taproom—no concrete action has been taken. Sych does, however, emphasize that the Younkers block zoning is flexible, and as such, other potential uses, like residential space, shouldn’t be discounted.
Instead, he adds, the commission’s interest lies in ensuring that the development remains balanced; both in terms of forwardthinking services, as well as maintenance and infrastructural upkeep once consumer traffic increases.
“We’re hopeful that this is a work in progress that will be an attractive, safe place for people to gather, whether it’s to attend the TC Philharmonic, go shopping, or whatever it is they have planned,” Sych concludes.
Coffee and smoothies and burgers, oh my! In addition to the Cherryland Center’s main building, there are several standalone businesses running the length of the plot’s perimeter. Current tenants include (from north to west):
• Wendy’s
• Starbucks (coming soon)
• Margarita’s Grill Mexican Restaurant
• Burger King
• Biggby Coffee
• 7-Brew Drive-Thru Coffee
These "before" shots of the Cherryland Center show two of the former anchor stores, both of which have been closed for years.
PAIRING PEARS, WINE, AND CHEESE Inside the Ingredients
By Nora Rae Pearl
As we enter the season of cooler nights and waiting in traffic behind the school bus, let’s not forget the time to celebrate summer’s true love of abundance has really just begun. The cherry trees may be well shaken, but the fields of tomatoes, corn, and zucchini are bountiful. Not to mention the apples, squash, and pumpkins that are about to make their grand entrance.
For the recipes below, we are going to shift the spotlight to an underdog of harvest season and add some new classics to our recipe box with one of my favorites: pears. To find some of the region’s best pears, check out Jelinek Orchards farm-stand in Suttons Bay or take a drive up to King Orchards in Central Lake. Look for varieties like Bosc, Bartlett, and Red Anjou, making sure to pick pears with good stems.
And, to make these recipes even better, use local goat cheese from Northport’s Idyll Farms and Sauvignon Blanc from Black Star Farms. The perfect pear pairing awaits you.
PEAR GALETTE WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND GOAT CHEESE
A tender crust, creamy onions, tangy goat cheese, and sweet pears made to impress.
Crust Ingredients
• 2 1/2 cups flour
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup ice water
• 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Filling Ingredients
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 small or 1 large sweet onion, cut into 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick slices
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup heavy cream, plus extra to brush crust
• 8 oz. Idyll Farms Plain Goat Cheese
• 4 small ripe Bartlett or Red Anjou pears, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped
To make the filling: Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions have softened and browned lightly. Add rosemary, mustard, salt, pepper, and
cream. Cook until the cream has reduced down by half. Place mixture in a bowl and allow to cool while you prepare the crust. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
To make the crust: In a small cup, combine the water and vinegar. Set aside. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, and salt. Pour oil over top. Toss gently to distribute. Drizzle over water mixture. Mix until no dry spots remain. Add a splash of water if needed. Cover in plastic and allow to rest 10 to 20 minutes.
Roll out on a large piece of parchment to a 16-inch circle. Shape the edge so it is smooth, patching together when needed, then carefully cut 1/4 inch off the edge to create a clean cut circle. Arrange onions in the center, leaving a 2-inch border. Crumble goat cheese over onions, then arrange pear slices on top. Fold the crust over the filling. (It is okay to cover some of the pears.) Brush the crust with 2 tablespoons of cream.
Bake galette for 45 to 50 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden. Turn up the oven 50 degrees during the last 5 to 10 minutes or put under a broiler for color if desired. Drizzle on honey, then sprinkle with walnuts. Cool 30 minutes before serving.
POACHED PEAR CAKE WITH CARDAMOM & WHITE CHOCOLATE
A stunning centerpiece that also happens to be dessert.
Poached Pear Ingredients
• 3 medium Bosc pears, peeled, stems intact
• 2 1/2 cups Black Star Farms Arcturos Sauvignon Blanc or water
• 2/3 cup sugar
• Pinch of cloves
• Pinch of cinnamon or 1 cinnamon stick
• 5 cardamom pods
Cake Ingredients
• 1 cup plus 4 tablespoons (2 1/2 sticks) softened butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 4 eggs, room temperature
• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon freshly ground cardamom
• 3 oz. white chocolate, melted
To make the pears: Put the pears in a small pot. Add remaining ingredients. Bring to a gentle boil. Cook for 15 to 30 minutes until pears are tender but still hold their shape (timing will depend on ripeness of pears). Remove pears and set aside to cool. Continue to boil the syrup until reduced by half. Chill until ready to serve.
To make the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper. In a small bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cardamom. Set aside. In a large bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until creamy and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Fold in the flour mixture until no dry spots remain. Spread into the prepared pan. Smooth top. Gently press in the poached pears, stem side up, two-thirds of the way down into the cake.
Bake for 60 to 75 minutes until nicely browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Tent with foil if the cake browns too much. Cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Drizzle with white chocolate. Allow to set. Cut into thick slices. Spoon over syrup before serving
Nora Rae Pearl is 99 percent foodie and 1 percent chef. When she is not writing about food, she can be found waiting in line at the farmers market hoping to get a croissant before they run out. Photo credits Cody Werme.
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Record Sales, Hot Trends, and Minimal Construction Impact
Four downtown TC retailers weigh in on summer 2024 and look ahead to fall
By Brighid Driscoll
If you drove around Traverse City this summer, you probably saw billboards and banners that said “We’re Worth the Detour!” Downtown TC grappled with the extensive reconstruction of Grandview Parkway for nearly the entire summer—with a brief respite during the National Cherry Festival—which made for heavy traffic and visitors and locals choosing different routes.
But did all of downtown’s shops feel the effects of the construction? Or did the allure of Front Street still bring people (and their wallets) out in droves? And once they were in the stores, what were they buying? Northern Express talked with several downtown retailers about what their summer looked like and what’s ahead for fall.
MAGGY’S
Just a block off Front Street, Maggy’s is truly a hidden gem. The lower level location on Union Street is like stepping through a portal to a different world, one where clothing, accessories and knick-knacks from decades past come to dazzle curious shoppers. Owner Lenora Gordon is warm, welcoming, and careful not to call Maggy’s a thrift store. Intentional curation and quality control make it an authentic vintage shop with treasures as far as the eye can see.
How was the foot traffic?
Because of Maggy’s basement location, Gordon is no stranger to customers stumbling upon her store accidentally, or not being sure where to go at first. But this summer she didn’t feel any impact from road construction. “I’m sure it affected some things, but I’m always looking at last year’s totals, and we beat last year’s.”
What trends did you see this summer?
The trends Gordon saw were less about fashion and more about shopping behavior patterns. “The purse strings really broke loose in August. Our traffic was way up, but our dollar value sales were down. People were buying more lower priced items. So, instead of the $100 item, I’m selling ten $10 items.” She also noticed that a large chunk of her sales consistently happened between 6pm and 9pm. A little post-happy hour shopping, anyone?
What’s ahead for fall?
New at Maggy’s is a kids’ section of clothing, as vintage buys are becoming popular among young moms. “One of my clothing pickers who specializes in seventies clothes just brought me some of these adorable little outfits. I also have a daddy’s girl dress right now from the 1940s. I’m surprised—I didn’t know if there was a market for kids’ vintage, but it sells. So we have a little section, and I’m particular about making sure that it’s true vintage.”
CHERRY HILL BOUTIQUE
Cherry Hill Boutique, a cherished fixture downtown, has been a women’s apparel and accessories retailer for 27 years. Owner Annie Hill wanted the boutique to focus on quality and unique finds for adult women, with brands like Brighton, Lulu B, and Tribal being some of her favorites.
How was the foot traffic?
Hill found that the Parkway construction didn’t impede traffic much, if at all. “Back in March and April, at the start of it, I was wondering what was going to happen. But I think the tourists that come here from Detroit, Cincinnati, Chicago, they’re used to delays and detours. For them, an extra 20 minutes driving through construction isn’t a big deal.”
What trends did you see this summer?
“The Lulu B dresses did really well because they have SPF built in,” she says of hot summer items. “They’re easily packable and washable. They’re a perfect casual look for sightseeing or getting on the boat. Skorts also did well and are nice for golf and pickleball.”
When we meet, Hill is wearing a navy crew neck sweater with Traverse City printed on the front. “These sweaters really took off. We had a group of eight or so girls come in here from the [Traverse City] Horse Shows and they all got one. They’re perfect for cooler summer evenings.”
What’s ahead for fall?
Cherry Hill Boutique is ready for the season change. Hill has gotten fall apparel out on the racks and is excited for the transition. She predicts that midi dresses, ankle boots, and leather jackets will be popular this fall, along with some seasonal favorites. “Lots of plum colors and olive green. Faux fur and puffer vests are cozy, too.” She’s also excited by berber fleece jackets. “They’re one-size and come with a carry case so you can leave it in your car and have it on hand for a bonfire or a baseball game.”
Cherry Hill Boutique is ready to turn the page to cozy sweaters and outerwear.
The new kids' vintage section at Maggy's.
LAKES AND GRAPES
Previously located across the street from The Little Fleet, this was Lakes and Grapes’ first summer in their new location at 326 E Front St., the former home of Compass Rose. Founded by Abby Clear in 2018, Lakes and Grapes is a clothing and lifestyle brand inspired by the Great Lakes and surroundings of TC. Clear designs apparel that encourages the northern Michigan lifestyle whether hiking new trails, swimming in fresh waters, or savoring local wines.
How was the foot traffic?
“This has been the best summer I’ve ever had,” Clear tells us. “During Cherry Fest, we had over 800 people through the door a day. It feels good to have a bigger footprint in Traverse City, and the window makes a big difference. I took over this space in February and re-opened in March. I was able to bring my shipping inventory into the back here, so it’s been great.”
What fashion trends did you see this summer?
“Because we’re a brand inspired by the area, a lot of our big sellers are classic Lakes and Grapes branded items like our sweatshirts, bags, and T-shirts. But women’s athleisure has also become big for us. We were constantly restocking our athletic dresses, quarter zips, and really just all of our athleisure. It’s so versatile for running errands, getting outside, or meeting up with friends,” says Clear.
What’s ahead for fall?
For the fall, Clear predicts that the shacket will be a popular item. (A shacket is a hybrid of a shirt and jacket, typically made from heavier fabrics like flannel or wool, and features a button-down design.) Ideal for layering, Clear says a shacket provides warmth and style, making it perfect for transitioning into fall. “We also have some really cool athleisure for men coming in for fall, too.”
CAPTAIN’S QUARTERS
This iconic men’s fine clothing store has been in business for 58 years. With an eye for timeless style and a dedication to quality, owner Morrie Allen has dressed generations in impeccably tailored suits, blazers, and tuxedos. His warmth and personal touch turn every visit into a memorable experience, whether looking for a custom suit or a well matched tie.
How was the foot traffic?
“The thing that surprised me the most, was that the Parkway being closed all summer didn’t impact us at all, and I thought it would have a devastating impact. But, as it turned out, we had a record summer. People were going to get to us one way or another,” says Allen. What trends did you see this summer?
Captain’s Quarters subscribes to the philosophy that one is better off overdressed than under. But for the summer, they relax their wardrobes a bit. “Typically during the summer, our staff really usually dresses more casually, so we wear and sell more casual sportswear items,” Allen says. Notably, he’s seen increasing popularity with lightweight quarter zip sweaters.
What’s ahead for fall?
Some say that the easiest time of year to dress well is the fall, thanks to options for layers, various textures, and accessories. “In the fall we generally get back to a little more formal attire, wearing sport coats, suits, shirts, and ties,” Allen explains. His suggestion for a fall wardrobe staple? A navy blazer. “It’s universal. You can wear it casually with jeans, you can dress it up. You can wear it with a sports shirt, or you can wear a nice shirt and tie with it. It’s a nice, basic wardrobe item.”
Captain's Quarters calls for a return to upscale layers this fall.
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Farewell to Hoxeyville and Earthwork Harvest Gathering
Two long-time festivals to cease operations, citing low ticket sales, high costs, and other factors
By Art Bukowski
Northern Michigan’s music scene was dealt a considerable blow in 2024 when organizers of two popular and long-running music festivals decided to call it quits.
Hoxeyville Music Festival in Wexford County and Earthwork Harvest Gathering in Missaukee County will both come to a close this year. Hoxeyville’s last hurrah was in August, while the Harvest Gathering will give festival-goers one last spin on Sept. 20-22.
Northern Express checked in with leaders of both festivals to find out more about what led to their decisions, along with what’s next.
Hoxeyville Music Festival
Hoxeyville had its roots in informal parties hosted by Jake Robinson at his cabin in the community of the same name starting in 2001. It grew into a ticketed event, with a permanent stage built in 2012 and many thousands of guests descending on the festival grounds to see dozens of performers in late summer.
Putting on the festival was always a
stressful endeavor, Robinson says, but the good vibes (usually) made it worth the effort. This year, Robinson tried a spring edition for the first time, but ticket sales were lackluster. And despite a strong showing in 2023, ticket sales for the traditional summer festival this year were also well below where they needed to be.
Robinson believes inflation and other factors contributed to the drop in ticket sales.
“There’s rising costs for all of us at the gas pump, at the grocery store, insurance premiums—basically everything has gone up 20 or 30 percent, and that’s really put people in a pinch,” he says. “And I think frankly that the political environment, especially in an election year like this one, is very volatile and people are very anxious. They’re holding their cards and their money a lot closer to their chest than they had been.”
Regardless of the causes, the backto-back financial hits were too much for Hoxeyville to bear, Robinson says. Robinson announced on Aug. 9 that the 2024 Hoxeyville would be the last, and the spring
iteration will also not return.
“Events like these are pretty much one financial loss away from catastrophe, and when you have two in a row this year like I did that didn’t perform and lost a lot of money, it puts you in a bad position, because there’s no bailout plan,” he says. “And it’s unfortunate that it’s so tied to finances, but at the end of the day, it’s a business.”
In the week leading up to this year’s festival, several artists—including funk band headliner Galactic, pianist Holly Bowling, mandolinist Sam Bush, and others—posted on social media that they would not be attending the festival, with some mentioning breach of contract or lack of payment on behalf of Hoxeyville. On their Facebook page, Galactic wrote, “Unfortunately we will not be playing Hoxeyville in Michigan on August 10. We have tried our best to work with the promoter putting on the show, but after many unfulfilled contractual promises, they have decided to not move forward with us playing.”
Robinson says he approached Galactic to back out of that particular contract within
the time frame allowed in the contract, and that once he did, it made artists “skittish” about getting paid. As a result, several others backed out of the show.
“My choice to fall on my sword with Galactic triggered this chain reaction of sorts,” he says. “Three of the five [that backed out] had been paid their deposits, but based on that trigger, they wouldn’t come and play because they were worried about getting paid.”
Aside from financial difficulties, Robinson had also grown tired of the grind. It was a “labor of love,” but it was still a lot of labor.
“It had evolved into something that became difficult to manage and very expensive, and it had sort of a ‘Keeping up with the Joneses’ effect, where I felt like we had to outdo ourselves each year, go a little bit bigger or put a little more sizzle to it somehow, whether that was talent or production,” he says.
But there’s plenty about the festival that Robinson will miss, not the least of which are the people who came to jam out over the
The Hoxeyville crowds gathered one last time in August. Photo by On the DL Photography
years and the community they built while doing so.
“What brought me the most joy over the years has been the joy it brought other people and the sense of community they gained,” Robinson says. “All the friendships and marriages and children and so on that have come out of that community is really special and touching.”
Robinson says he can’t rule out some form of Hoxeyville returning, but likely not any time in the near future.
Earthwork Harvest Gathering
This beloved festival also dates to 2001, when Seth Bernard and his family first welcomed guests to the Earthwork Farm near Lake City for a three-day “cultural celebration.”
Bernard, a musician who grew up going to Blissfest, Wheatland, Spirit of the Woods, and other “first wave” Michigan music festivals, could not be more proud to have brought the festival together for so
many years.
“Harvest Gathering is a dream that I had as a kid that came true, and it’s been a really big part of my work in my adult life,” he says.
“It takes place on the farm where I was born and raised… and we’ve done some things that have really improved my quality of life, especially meeting and networking with people who share common goals and inspire me as activists and musicians.”
A variety of personal and business factors led Bernard and family to decide to bring the Harvest Gathering to a close. Ticket sales slumped since the pandemic, he says, likely due to a combination of reasons.
“A lot of people don’t want to be in crowds as much as they used to, and that’s very understandable. And then there’s also the fact that working-class people are really being squeezed economically,” he says. “They can’t afford rising costs of living, they can’t attend multiple music festivals every summer…they’re prioritizing what they need to prioritize.”
A drop in ticket sales coincided with ever-rising costs for the festival itself, which made things challenging from a business perspective. Add to this some significant personal matters, and the time seemed right to bring the Harvest Gathering chapter to a close.
“My dad will be 80 this year. Our family needs to really focus on what succession planning looks like on our family farm,” Bernard says. “I got Lyme disease last year and my capacity isn’t what it used to be. It’s a time for us to focus on our family and our healing.”
Rather than pull together a scaled back version of the festival, Bernard chose to go out on top, so to speak.
“I felt like the right thing to do was to bring this to a close while it’s still going really well and it still is a strong version of itself,” he says.
Bernard’s goal is to allow people to continue to interact with his farm in different ways in the future, but what that will look
like is not entirely clear right now.
“We’ve done family weekends in smaller groups, and we’ve done a lot of artist residencies and retreats. We’ve had men’s retreats, women’s retreats, groups come up from Detroit and New England to do retreats here. Harvest Gathering has helped all of those things happen, and those things will continue on without Harvest Gathering,” he said. “But in terms of some gatherings that we haven’t done yet, those conversations will pick up after the dust has settled.”
For now, Bernard hopes as many people as possible come on out for the final Harvest Gathering in its current form. Knowing that the festival is ending ahead of time may let attendees find peace—and extra enjoyment—in the last edition.
“It gives people the opportunity to come in with a different kind of intention knowing that this will be the last one of its kind,” he says.
For Earthwork tickets head to earthworkharvestgathering.com.
Earthwork Harvest Gathering photo by Liz Tiffany
Saturday
PADDLE ANTRIM FES-
TIVAL: Bellaire. Today includes Ohio Street Boat Launch - Paddler Checkin, breakfast, safety brief, launch, Final Bash at Short’s Pull Barn, & more. paddleantrim.com/festival
TC TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS: Flintfields Horse Park, Williamsburg, Sept. 11-15. The penultimate week leads up to the $340,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ of Traverse City CSI5*-W on Sept. 15. The week’s grand prix is a qualifier for the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final in Basel, Switzerland, in April 2025. traversecityhorseshows.com
C.S. LEWIS FESTIVAL: Bay Harbor & Petoskey. Today’s key events include: Saturday Seminar with Sarah Arthur, Sophfronia Scott & Léna Roy at Great Lakes Center for the Arts from 8:30am-3pm; Book Signing with Sarah Arthur, Sophfronia Scott, Léna Roy & Charlotte Jones Voiklis at McLean & Eakin Booksellers from 4-6pm; & C.S. Lewis House Band Performance at Beards Brewery at 6pm. cslewisfestival. org/festival-schedule ----------------------
YOGA: 8:30am, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Grand Traverse, TC. Join a gentle yoga class with Mary Macey. Donation only.
GREAT LAKES STRONGEST MAN & WOMAN: 9am, Turtle Creek Stadium, TC. This event will qualify podium finishers for United States Strongman Nationals 2025. Men’s & Women’s Pro Classes will also be competing, as well as a CrossFit sanctioned event that hosts teams of 3 competitors: Great Lakes Fittest. $10. ironpodium. com/browse/event/great-lakes-strongestman-great-lakes-strongest-pro-greatlakes-fittest ----------------------
RED DRESSER BARN MARKET - A VINTAGE & MAKERS EVENT: Northwestern Michigan Fairgrounds, TC. Featuring over 100 vintage vendors & local makers. You will find vintage furniture, home decor, architectural salvage, farm-to-table treats, re-purposed finds, handmade specialties, apparel, accessories, & more. Sept. 13, 4-8pm: First Picks Event & 2 Day Pass$10/person. This ticket is good for Fri. AND Sat. Sept. 14: 9am-4pm. GA - $5/person. $10 First Picks Ticket. thereddressertc.com
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CADILLAC FOOTLITERS AUDITIONS: 9:30am-12:30pm, First Presbyterian Church, Cadillac. Featuring a cast of 30-55 people. Open to ages 9+. cadillacfootliters.com
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FREE FAMILY DROP-IN: 10am-noon, Crooked Tree Arts Center, Cornwell Gallery, TC. This month’s theme: Cardboard Construction, Portraits & Bags! crookedtree. org/class/ctac-traverse-city/free-familydrop-art-sep-14
GELLI PRINTING CLASS: 10am-noon, Interlochen Public Library. All ages are welcome to participate in this class with Amber Coulter. Pre-register: 231-276-6767. Free.
PCL ANNUAL ART SALE: 10am-3pm, Peninsula Community Library, TC. Featuring local art work including block printing, silver art jewelry, woodworking, photography, fiber art, beach glass & much more.
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SATURDAY BOOK SHOWDOWN: 10am, Petoskey District Library. It’s a battle of two books! Two books will be read & only kids can decide who wins! A new twist on story time with a voting component. For ages 3-7. Free. petoskey.librarycalendar.com/ event/saturday-book-showdown-1004
4TH ANNUAL ST. JOSEPH FALL FESTIVAL: 11am-4pm, St. Joseph Catholic Church, TC. Enjoy fun, fellowship, a raffle, silent auction, kids’ games, local wine tasting & more. Free admission. facebook.com/ StJosephChurchOMP
NMÉ (STURGEON) CELEBRATION: Noon-2pm, Lumberman’s Village Park, Wolverine. Presented by the Watershed Council & the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians (LTBB) Fisheries Enhancement Facility. “Gimiwan,” the Watershed Discovery Center’s resident lake sturgeon, will be released into the Sturgeon River alongside hundreds of other juvenile sturgeon raised at LTBB’s Fisheries Enhancement Facility. Learn about ongoing conservation efforts, get hands-on with a sturgeon touch tank, and help release juvenile sturgeon into the river. The release is followed by a community BBQ. Free.
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ANNUAL ICE CREAM SOCIAL: 1pm, East Bay Branch Library, TC. Enjoy free ice cream, live music with Jesse Jefferson, face painting by The Painted Lady, a used book sale, & more. Free. tadl.org/event/ annual-ice-cream-social-16590
BRAVER ANGELS DEPOLARIZING WITHIN WORKSHOP: 1pm, Kensington Church, TC. Discover how to be more aware of your own inner polarizations; learn how to be critical without demonizing, dismissing, or stereotyping; understand how to handle political & social conversations with peers when these conversations turn to contempt or ridicule for people with different views. Free. braverangels.org/event/ depolarizing-within-in-person-69
COFFEE WITH THE AUTHORS: TERESA SCALLON: 1pm, Glen Arbor Arts Center. TC poet & teacher Teresa Scallon talks about “To Embroider The Ground With Prayer,” a collection of poems considering her father’s illness, death, & the Michigan farming community in which she was raised. Sarah Bearup-Neal, GAAC gallery manager, leads the conversation. Free. glenarborart.org/events/coffee-with-theauthors-teresa-scallon
ROLLER DERBY - STRD VS. AARD: 4pm, Kaliseum Recreation Complex, Kalkaska. Two fast paced, full contact roller derby games. Concessions & beer available. $10 per ticket; 12 & under free. m.facebook. com/events/864267862125584/?ref_ source=SEARCH
CHILI SUPPER & BARN DANCE: Samels Farm, Williamsburg. Doors open at 5pm. Dancing begins at 6:30pm, led by the band Hammer D. $5/$10. samelsfarm.org
ADDICTION TREATMENT SERVICESART OF RECOVERY: 5:30pm, City Opera House, TC. All will enjoy the silent art auction, mocktails, charcuterie, hearing from recovery speakers & live entertainment. The $50 ticket option will include dinner & secure a spot at a table on the main floor of City Opera House. The $25 seat option features auditorium-style seating in the balcony of City Opera House & does NOT include dinner. cityoperahouse.org/node/610
PLAY IT FORWARD VIP PASS: 5:3010pm, Lavender Hill Farm, Boyne City. CTAC’s annual fundraising concert event with Lavender Hill Farm; all proceeds benefit CTAC. 5:30pm: Food & drink for VIP guests. 6pm: Local ground outdoor performance with Kelly Shively & Melissa Welke. 7:30pm: The Series headlining guests: Nathan & Jessie. VIP guests can also meet with this duo. You can also bid on artist Kevin Barton’s “Sunday at Lavender” at the silent auction. $100. crookedtree.org/event/ ctac-petoskey/play-it-forward-vip-pass
Become one with nature in Benzie County, Sun., Sept. 22 during Trail Discovery Day! Choose from one or more outdoor events beginning at 8am with the Betsie Valley Trail Run/Walk, starting at the Webber Sports Complex. This includes a half marathon, 10K, 5K, or 1-Mile Fun Run. Register: runsignup.com/betsievalley. Yoga on Beulah Beach by Life Is Bliss Yoga takes place at 10am; free bike checks at Coastline Cycles in Frankfort run from 9-11am; and a light lunch will be served at the Beulah Village Park Pavilion at 11am, followed by a Trail News Update Presentation at 11:30am. betsievalleytrail.org/trail-discovery-day/
NHL PROSPECT GAMES: 6pm, Centre ICE Arena, TC. The Red Wings will host the Dallas Stars. $25. nhl.com/redwings/ news/nhl-prospect-games-and-red-wingstraining-camp-return-to-traverse-city-inseptember
“PRIVATE LIVES”: 7:30pm, Glen Lake Community Reformed Church, Glen Arbor. Presented by The Glen Arbor Players. Enjoy Noel Coward’s “Private Lives,” a 1930 comedy of manners in three acts. Suggested $10 minimum donation.
RHUBARBARY HOUSE CONCERT: DON JULIN TRIO: 7:30pm, The Rhubarbary, Five Mile Creek Rd., north of Harbor Springs. Bring a treat to pass & libations of your choice, along with a folding chair. Donation, $20. dalescottmusic.com
GOOD ON PAPER - IMPROV SHOW: 8pm, TC Comedy Club. Fast-paced comedy based entirely from audience suggestions. Menu & full bar available. Doors open at 7pm. $18/person. mynorthtickets.com/ events/good-on-paper-improv-september-14-9-14-2024
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Sunday
IRONMAN 70.3 MICHIGAN: SOLD OUT: 7:45am, Downtown Frankfort. Includes a 1.2 mile swim in the Frankfort Harbor, a 56 mile bike ride on sections of M-22 highway, & a 13.1 mile run in Frankfort & surrounding areas. ironman.com/im703-michigan-register
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C.S. LEWIS FESTIVAL: Petoskey. A key event today includes: Guest Speaker Sermons by Sarah Arthur (First Presbyterian Church of Petoskey) & Sophfronia Scott (Emmanuel Episcopal Church). cslewisfestival.org/festival-schedule
GRASS RIVERS DAY AT WATERFIRE VINEYARDS: 1-5pm, WaterFire Vineyards, Kewadin. James, Grass River Natural Area education director, will play acoustic music from 2-5pm. Grass River Naturalist Franny will lead nature walks through WaterFire Vineyards & the surrounding area. She will focus on plant identification, some foraging, & plant uses, with a little conservation conversation thrown into the mix. Her walks will be at 1pm & 3pm. Free to attend with donations accepted. waterfirewine.com/event-details-registration/ grass-rivers-day-at-waterfire-vineyards
STRINGS IN THE SKY: DIXON’S VIOLIN: 1-3pm, Boyne Mountain Resort, SkyBridge Michigan, Disciples Overlook, Boyne Falls. Walk the bridge for breathtaking views & great music! Bring a blanket or lawn chair. boynemountain.com/upcoming-events/ strings-in-the-sky
TC PORCHFEST: 1-5pm, Central Neighborhood, TC. The Central Neighborhood Association is hosting the 6th Annual PorchFest. The event showcases local musicians on multiple front porches throughout the afternoon. Free. tcporchfest.org
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WORLD CUP SHOW JUMPING QUALIFIER AT TRAVERSE CITY HORSE SHOWS: 2pm, Flintfields Horse Park, Williamsburg. $340,000 Longines FEI Jumping World CupTM CSI5*- W Grand Prix of Traverse City. There will also be food vendors, shopping opportunities, & entertainment for the whole family including face painting & music by Josh Davis. Gates open 8am; Grand Prix activity begins at noon. TCHS will be donating 100% of general admission ticket revenue to The Crooked Tree Arts Center. From $15. eventbrite.com/e/340000-longines-fei-jumping-world-cuptm-csi5-w-grand-prix-tickets884369341507?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
NHL PROSPECT GAMES: 2:30pm, Centre ICE Arena, TC. The Red Wings will host the Dallas Stars. $25. nhl.com/redwings/ news/nhl-prospect-games-and-red-wingstraining-camp-return-to-traverse-city-inseptember
“TRUMPETS THRU TIME” WITH THE TC JAZZ!: 3pm, Interlochen Center for the Arts, Corson Auditorium. Anthony Stanco & the TC Jazz explore the rich history of jazz trumpet with songs by trumpeters Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis & more. Students/first timers, call for 50% off your ticket. 947-7120. $27$65. tcphil.org/concerts/trumpets-thru-time
“LAKE LEELANAU, SPIRIT OF THE LAKE” DOCUMENTARY SHOWING: 4:30pm, The Bay Theatre, Suttons Bay. Introduction by staff, documentary that runs 23 minutes, followed by a Q&A. Produced by the Leelanau Historical Society & directed by Keith Patterson of Manitou Films. Contact The Bay Theatre for ticket info. leelanauhistory.org/2024/06/20/documentary-film-premiere-lake-leelanau-spirit-of-the-lake
CARBONARO: LIES ON STAGE: 7pm, Great Lakes Center for the Arts, Bay Harbor. Best known as the star & executive producer of the hit series, The Carbonaro Effect on truTV, Michael Carbonaro has also made frequent television appearances in shows such as Happily Divorced, 30 Rock, Grey’s Anatomy, & CSI Miami. $37-$72. greatlakescfa.org/events/detail/ carbonaro-lies-on-stage
monday
THE GREAT NORTHERN MICHIGAN COMPOST CRAWL – 1 OF 2: 9:30amnoon, Krull’s Composting, Maple City. “Growing Soil Health with Compost and Biochar.” Find out about blending compost with minerals to support soil health & learn about the benefits of biochar. Dress for the elements. Free. ecoseeds.org/event/krulls-composting-growingsoil-health-with-compost-and-biochar
THE GREAT NORTHERN MICHIGAN COMPOST CRAWL – 2 OF 2: 1-3pm, Leelanau County Government Center, lower level meeting room, Suttons Bay. “Make Food Not Waste” with guest speaker Danielle Todd. Hosted by Leelanau CROWD. Free. ecoseeds.org/event/make-food-notwaste-guest-speaker-danielle-todd ----------------------
MEDICARE INFORMATION SESSION: 6pm, Traverse Area District Library, McGuire Community Room, TC. Learn about drug plans, Medicare healthcare changes, & doctor & specialist availability. Led by licensed professional Rory Baker. Register. Free. tadl.org/medicare24
REFIT® TC FALL KICKOFF: 6:30pm, The Presbyterian Church of TC, 701 Westminster Rd. Enjoy a dance fitness experience where you have so much fun you forget you’re working out. Leave feeling refreshed - body & soul. Mondays at 6:30pm & Thursdays at 9:30am. $1 suggested donation. facebook.com/profile. php?id=100090460000055
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MONDAY MOVIE NIGHT: 7:30pm, Bay View Association, Voorhies Hall, Petoskey. Rear Window, 1954, 112 mins. Free. bayviewassociation.org/monday-night-movies
TRAIL BUILDING AT BIRCH POINT: Help build a sustainable trail at the brand new Birch Point Nature Preserve at 9:45am. This 114-acre property safeguards water
quality, extends the protection of a rare coastal ecosystem, & connects fragmented wildlife habitat in the Platte River Watershed. Free. gtrlc.org/volunteer/calendar
TEEN STEM KITS: 10am, Petoskey District Library. All kits are put together by members of the Teen Advisory Board & will be available while supplies last at the teen desk. There is an option to do the project at the library with the help of the teen librarian or take it home to complete on your own. For ages 11-18. Free. petoskey.librarycalendar.com/event/teen-stem-kits-373
THE GREAT NORTHERN MICHIGAN COMPOST CRAWL: 10am. Emmet County Recycling & Composting Tour + Mshko Ode Farm Visit. Free. ecoseeds. org/event/emmet-county-recycling-composting-tour-mshko-ode-farm-visit/?mc_ cid=3a957a2fbe&mc_eid=64a0fcdc67
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME: 10:30am, Suttons Bay-Bingham District Library, lower-level Community Room. Preschool children of all ages & their caregivers are invited to join each Tues. morning for stories, songs & more. Free. sbbdl.org
HOME DESIGN FOR SENIORS: Noon, Glen Lake Community Library, Empire. Learn how to make your home safer & more accessible, helping you to age in place, with Lindsay & Dan Smith of Ace Handyman Services. glenlakelibrary.net
THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION PRESENTS EDUCATION & AWARENESS: 1pm, Traverse Area District Library, McGuire Community Room, TC. Learn the 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s. Register. Free. tadl.org/alzheimers
AUTHOR HAYWARD DRAPER: 4pm, Fountain Point Resort, Lake Leelanau. Hayward is the author of “The Colony: The history, families, society, architecture, and economics of a 1908 traditional American Cottage Row.” He will give a presentation on this previously untold story of a unique community nestled on the shores of Lake Leelanau. 231-256-7475.
OTSEGO COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY MEETING: 5:30-7pm, Otsego County Library.
BICYCLE TRAVELOGUE: 7pm, Glen Lake Community Library, Empire. Join au thor John McShea for his account of his solo & self-supported 1100 mile bike trip. glenlakelibrary.net
SWEETWATER EVENING GARDEN CLUB SPEAKER & MEETING: 7pm, Acme Township Hall, Williamsburg. Fea turing a presentation by Shelly Stusick, program specialist, from the Northwest Michigan Invasive Species Network. Pro gram topic will be “Go Beyond the Beauty in Your Garden.” Learn about the many in vasive species that have been introduced into our region by accident or intentionally. 938-9611. Free.
wednesday
ANNUAL FREE HAIRCUT DAYS: (See Tues., Sept. 17)
INVASIVE SPECIES RE
MOVAL: 9:45am, Mitchell Creek Meadows
Nature Preserve, TC. Help restore & pro tect the incredible ecosystems of Mitchell Creek Meadows: The Don and Jerry Ole son Nature Preserve through invasive plant removal. Native wildflowers, mushrooms, trees, & shrubs that rely on this healthy habitat are currently under threat of being displaced by aggressive invasive plants.
sharing a passion for compelling and diverse chamber music
THE RIVER THE RIVER UNDER
THE MAD ANGLER MEETS THE MAD CELLIST
MICHAEL DELP CRISPIN CAMPBELL JOE WILSON STEVE STARGARDT FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 20 AT 7:30 PM $25
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2nd
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Meet by the greenhouse/workshop area near the Conservation Center. 929-7911, ext. 316. gtrlc.org/volunteer/calendar
THE GREAT NORTHERN MICHIGAN COMPOST CRAWL: 10am, Strongheart Civic Center, Suttons Bay. Topic: Grand Traverse Band Gitigaan Fish Composting Operations. Learn about how fish waste is being used to build organic matter in our soils. Free. ecoseeds.org/event/grand-traverse-band-gitigaan-compost-crawl
THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION PRESENTS EDUCATION & AWARENESS: 11am, Traverse Area District Library, McGuire Community Room, TC. Understanding Alzheimer’s & Dementia: Learn the difference between Alzheimer’s & dementia, Alzheimer’s stages & risk factors, current research, available treatments & ways the Alzheimer’s Association can help. Register. Free. tadl.org/event/alzheimersprograms-16868
MEDICARE INFORMATION SESSION: 1pm, Traverse Area District Library, McGuire Community Room, TC. Learn about drug plans, Medicare healthcare changes, & doctor & specialist availability. Led by licensed professional Rory Baker. Register. Free. tadl.org/medicare24
EAST JORDAN BUSINESS AFTER HOURS: 5-6:30pm, Jordan Valley Outfitters, East Jordan. Sponsored by Jordan Valley Outfitters & BC Pizza.
GAYLORD BUSINESS AFTER HOURS: 5-7pm, Gaylord Regional Airport. Enjoy networking, food & cocktails. $5 members; $10 not-yet members.
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS FORUM -
THE GAZA CATASTROPHE: IS THERE AN ENDGAME?: Dennos Museum Center, Milliken Auditorium, NMC, TC. Event & book signing with Khaled Elgindy, senior fellow, Middle East Institute, director of MEI’s Program on Palestine & Israeli-Palestinian Affairs, author of “Blindspot: America and the Palestinians, from Balfour to Trump.” 6:30pm program; 5:30pm reception. Hybrid event with online livestream available. Advance in-person tickets recommended. $15 in-person ticket; $10 online livestream; free for students & educators. tciaf.com/eventseptember-18-2024
PARKINSONS NETWORK NORTH EVENING SUPPORT GROUP: 6:30-8pm, Foster Family Community Health Center (Munson Healthcare), Rooms A & B, main floor, TC. Held the third Weds. of each month. Facilitators: Kaitlyn Malaski, Mind Set PT; John Zimmerman, BrightStar Care. Free. ParkinsonsNetworkNorth.org
AUTHOR TO DISCUSS INDIANS’ DEFENSE OF THEIR HOMELAND: 7pm, Leelanau Township Library, Northport. Author Robert Downes will bring the story of the Indians of the Midwest to life in a slide talk. Downes is the author of Raw DealThe Indians of the Midwest and the Theft of Native Lands, a work of nonfiction history which includes the perils faced by Native peoples in the heartland of America with a focus on Michigan. Downes’s talk will focus on the story of the Indians in their fight to retain their homelands against overwhelming odds. Free. robertdownes.com
SOIL: THE BIOLOGICAL UNIVERSE UNDER OUR TOES: 7pm, Mills Community House, Benzonia. Adam Brown is a champion for the harmonious integration of agriculture & environmental conserva-
tion. He will help you understand the main ecological functions of soil & how microbiology drives the system. Presented by Plant It Wild. plantitwild.net
thursday
RED WINGS TRAINING CAMP PRACTICE: 8am3pm, Centre ICE Arena, TC. $20. mynorthtickets. com/events/drw-trainingcamp-thursday-sept-19th-9-19-2024
THE GREAT NORTHERN MICHIGAN COMPOST CRAWL - 1 OF 3: 9-11am, The SEEDS Farm at Historic Barns Park, TC. SEEDS Compost Petting Zoo Open House. Featuring eight different composting technologies on display. Free. ecoseeds.org/ event/seeds-compost-petting-zoo
REFIT® TC: 9:30am, The Presbyterian Church of TC, 701 Westminster Rd. Enjoy a dance fitness experience where you have so much fun you forget you’re working out! Leave feeling refreshed - body & soul. Mondays at 6:30pm & Thursdays at 9:30am. $1 suggested donation. facebook.com/profile. php?id=100090460000055
ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION AT MAPLE BAY: 9:45am, Maple Bay Natural Area, main trailhead, Williamsburg. Help restore & protect the ecosystems of Maple Bay Natural Area by installing infrastructure to guide visitor use. During these workbees you’ll help install a rope fence along the most sensitive part of the beach to reduce trampling of important native plants. You’ll also support the restoration of this site by planting several species of native plants in order to further strengthen this ecologically unique
shoreline. gtrlc.org/volunteer/calendar
HIKE THE RIDGE!: 10am, Five Mile Rd., TC. Enjoy a hike on The Ridge, a new Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy project that will help safeguard the water quality of Grand Traverse Bay, save wildlife habitat, & open up recreational opportunities. Come prepared for a 1.5-mile hike on moderately strenuous terrain, which will take about 2 hours. Registration required: 929-7911 or info@gtrlc.org. Free. gtrlc. my.salesforce-sites.com/es/event/home/ theridge91924
THE GREAT NORTHERN MICHIGAN COMPOST CRAWL – 2 OF 3: Noon-2pm, Interlochen Center for the Arts. Visit Interlochen’s composting program & teaching gardens for a demonstration. Free. ecoseeds.org/event/interlochen-center-artscompost-teaching-gardens
THE GREAT NORTHERN MICHIGAN COMPOST CRAWL – 3 OF 3: 3:30-6pm, City of Traverse City In-Vessel Compost Site, TC. City of Traverse City In-Vessel Compost Pilot Program in partnership with SEEDS & Carter’s Compost will be hosting a tour. Free. ecoseeds.org/event/city-oftraverse-city-compost-pilot-program
CHESS TOURNAMENT: 4pm, Petoskey District Library, lower level classroom. Petoskey Chess Club holds chess tournaments each month. The Swiss-style tournaments are rated by the U.S. Chess Federation (USCF). Competitors of all skill levels ages 8-18 are invited to participate, but membership in the USCF is required. For more info email Robert Bemben: rjbemben@gmail.com. Free. petoskey.librarycalendar.com/event/chess-tournament-833
TEEN MAKER THURSDAY: 4pm,
Petoskey District Library, Makerspace. Meets every third Thurs. for a fun maker project. For ages 11-18. Sept. 19: Air Dry Clay Pottery. Free. petoskey.librarycalendar.com/event/teen-maker-thursday-370
PETOSKEY BUSINESS AFTER HOURS: 5-7pm, Northern Lights Recreation, Harbor Springs. Enjoy networking, hors d’oeuvres, door prizes, giveaways, a cash bar & more. Bring your business cards to take part in drawings. $10 members; $15 not-yet members. petoskeychamber.com
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS FORUMPUTIN’S PROVOCATIONS: THREATS TO GLOBAL SECURITY: Dennos Museum Center, Milliken Auditorium, NMC, TC. Event & book signing with Fiona Hill, Ph.D., senior fellow in foreign policy, Center on the United States and Europe, Brookings Institution; former deputy assistant to the president & senior director for European & Russian affairs on the U.S. National Security Council; author of “There Is Nothing for You Here: Finding Opportunity in the 21st Century.” 6:30pm program, 5:30pm reception. Hybrid event with online livestream available. Advance in-person tickets recommended. $15 in person; $10 online livestream; free for students & educators. tciaf.com/eventseptember-19-2024
“SEUSSICAL JR.”: 7pm, Elenbaas Performing Arts Center, McBain High School. Presented by Cadillac Footliters Youth Theatre. $12-$15. cadillacfootliters.com/tickets
AN EVENING OF SCHUBERT: 7pm, Church in the Hills, Bellaire. Featuring musicians Dr. Michael Coonrod, Jean Merce Coonrod, David Holland & Dr. Hyemin Kim. 231-322-2811. $10-$20.
friday
RED WINGS TRAINING CAMP PRACTICE: (See Thurs., Sept. 19)
COFFEE @ 10, TC: 1011am, Crooked Tree Arts Center, Carnegie Rotunda, TC. Royce Deans: Art History’s Great Influencers. Free. crookedtree.org/event/ctac-traversecity/coffee-10-royce-deans-art-historysgreat-influencers
KIDS YOGA: 11am, Petoskey District Library. For ages 3-5, along with their caregiver. Featuring Roberta Neumann, author of “I am me! I love me! Simple Mantras for Lil Chakras,” which introduces children to yoga & yogi practices through the natural rhythms of life. Free. petoskey.librarycalendar.com/event/kids-yoga-1000
LUNCHEON LECTURE: HELPING HANDS AT BAY BLUFFS: NCMC, Library Conference Center, Petoskey. Learn about Emmet County’s Medical Care Facility, Bay Bluffs. Learn how Bay Bluffs & NCMC are creating a safety net for seniors. Lunch at 11:30am; lecture at noon. Register. $15; includes a buffet lunch. ncmclifelonglearning. com/event-5772563
CONSERVANCY CENTER TOUR: 5:30pm. Enjoy a tour of the buildings & grounds at Mitchell Creek Meadows: The Don and Jerry Oleson Preserve, TC. This tour will include an inside look at the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy’s new conservation hub & office space, including the McMullen Family Conservation Center, the Bob and Pauline Young Family Stewardship Workshop, & the native plant greenhouse & goat barn. Register: 9297911 or info@gtrlc.org. Free.
KARAOKE WITH A COP: 5:30-8:30pm, CRA Community Center, Petoskey. This event is aimed at reducing stigma & breaking down barriers between individuals in recovery & our justice & public safety officials. Free. crami.org
PAIRING - NATURE INSPIRED ART EXHIBIT: 6-8pm, Twisted Fish Gallery, Cottage Gallery, Elk Rapids. The third PAIRING for the season blends the oil paintings of artists Douglas Barron & Brian Goff. Talk to the artists at an opening reception, Fri., Sept. 20 from 6-8pm. Free. twistedfishgallery.com/ event/a-pairing-nature-inspired
“SEUSSICAL JR.”: (See Thurs., Sept. 19)
THE MAD ANGLER MEETS THE MAD CELLIST: 7pm, The Alluvion, TC. Cellist Crispin Campbell joins forces with Mike Delp aka The Mad Angler for an evening of music & spoken word. The duo will perform from their 2019 recording: “The River Under The River - The Mad Angler Meets The Mad Cellist.” Joining Crispin and Mike will be dobro master Joe Wilson & jazz pianist Steve Stargardt. $25 advance, $30 at door. thealluvion.org/tickets/mad-angler-madcellist-9-20-24
“WAITRESS”: 7:30pm, Old Town Playhouse, TC. OTP presents the Michigan Community Theatre Premiere of the hit musical “Waitress.” Jenna, a waitress & expert pie maker, is stuck in a small town & a loveless marriage. She may have to abandon the dream of her own pie shop... until a baking contest & her new doctor offer her a recipe for happiness. Adults: $33; youth under 18: $20. oldtownplayhouse.com/performances/mainstage/waitress.html ----------------------
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MUSIC: NEW BEGINNINGS: 7:30pm, Interlochen Center for the Arts, Corson Auditorium. Experience Interlochen Arts Academy’s music students in one performance to kick off the start of the academic year. This program will include a diverse program of classical & contemporary works. $14-$17. interlochen.org
saturday
5TH ANNUAL BALLOONS OVER BAY HARBOR:
(See Fri., Sept. 20)
5TH ANNUAL BALLOONS OVER BAY HARBOR: Bay Harbor, Sept. 20-22. Featuring balloon launches & night glows, a 3K Color Run fundraiser for Kali’s Cure, music on Main St., food trucks, an artisan market, & much more. bayharbor.com/balloons
BIKETEMBERFEST: The Highlands at Harbor Springs, Sept. 20-22. This event includes the “Highlands to the Harbor” Bike Ride, Twin Zip-Line Adventure, Discounted Disc Golf, Chairlift Hiking, Enchanted Woods Happy Hour, Friday & Saturday night Parties & more. biketemberfest.com
EMPIRE HILL CLIMB: Wilco Rd., Empire. Competitor registration starts at 7:30am at Lions Club Pavilion. The Parc Expose runs from 8-9am on Front St., where you can check out the race cars before they make their way up the hill. The course for this year is about 3/4 of a mile with 8 turns. The first car run up the hill is at 10am. The timed runs end at 6pm. Free. empirehillclimb.racing
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LEELANAU HARVEST TOUR: 8am, Herman Park, Suttons Bay. Featuring biking routes of approximately 20, 40, 64 & 100 miles that wind through Leelanau County on paved roads passing by farms, orchards, vineyards, dunes & villages. See web site for various start times. $35-$75. cherrycapitalcyclingclub.org
RED WINGS TRAINING CAMP PRACTICE: (See Thurs., Sept. 19)
CRAFT FAIR, BAKE SALE & SILENT
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MORE THAN FOUR 5.04K RUN/WALK: 9am, 401 S. Union St., TC. Run/walk together as a community for the inaugural 5.04K, uniting the community to recognize children battling cancer. The length of the run/walk is 5.04K, reflecting the fact that only 4% of federal cancer research funding goes to pediatrics. The More Than Four Foundation 5.04K was founded by Conor Rigan, who was diagnosed with Grade III Anaplastic Ependymoma, an aggressive brain tumor, at six months old. Now age five, he has undergone six brain surgeries. Conor invites his community to join him at the 5.04K to celebrate being a kid, no matter what tomorrow brings. 100 percent of net proceeds from the 5.04K will go directly to pediatric cancer research teams & supporting families dealing with pediatric cancer. After the race join a family-friendly after party at Brady’s Bar patio until 3pm. For $15 a plate, enjoy a pulled pork sandwich meal, with all proceeds going to the More Than Four Foundation. morethanfourfoundation. org $35/person. runsignup.com/Race/MI/ TraverseCity/MoreThanFourRaceFoundedbyConorRigan
OUT OF THE DARKNESS WALK: Clinch Park, TC. Participants from Northwest Michigan are joining the thousands of people gathering in towns across the U.S. to promote suicide prevention. The annual Out of the Darkness Community Walk, hosted by the NW Michigan Chapter of AFSP will begin at 10am, with registration at 9am. This gathering will support the AFSP’s education, research & survivor support programs. Connect with others & know you are not alone, whether walking in memory or in support of a loved one or in honor of your own mental health journey. Free. afsp.org/traversecity
PEACE RANCH WILDERNESS 5K/10K RUN: 9am, Peace Ranch, TC. All proceeds benefit the New Veterans Retreat Services & Mustang Rehab Program. $30. Prices increase after 9/19. peaceranchtc.com/wilderness-run ----------------------
PLEIN AIR FRANKFORT 2024: 9am, Oliver Art Center, Frankfort. Participating artists will get into the creative flow, & battle for glory (& prize money). They will check in at the Oliver Art Center & are then free to capture the charm of Frankfort’s Victorian houses, the Lake Michigan beach, sailboats in the harbor or any subject within the city limits of Frankfort. The finished paintings will be displayed at an exhibit, reception & live auction taking place from 5-7pm in Beck Gallery of the Oliver Art Center. Work will be juried by area artist Peggy Hawley & cash prizes will be awarded. The reception is free & open to the public. oliverart.org
BIKETEMBERFEST: (See Fri., Sept. 20)
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GRANDMA’S PURSE FALL FESTIVAL: 10am-5pm, The Farm at Legacy Acres, Gaylord. Featuring hay rides, train rides, corn maze, games & more. $5 entry to festival fundraiser; $10 day pass for rides & games.
HARVEST ART IN THE BARN: 10am-5pm, Emmet County Fairgrounds, Petoskey. $3$10. daniellesblueribbonevents.com ----------------------
KIDS’ DIY MARKET: 10am-1pm, Peninsula Community Library, TC. Kids can sell homemade goodies, crafts & collector’s items. Parents must register their child by 9/14 & remain with the child during the event. 231223-7700.
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LEELANAU MARITIME HISTORY FESTIVAL: 10am-3pm, Leelanau Historical Soci-
ety Museum, Leland. Explore maritime exhibits & enjoy the 20th Annual Classic Wood Boats Show while strolling along the Leland River. Visit the various vendor/demonstrator booths, live music & more. Bring your lawn chairs/blankets. Free. leelanauhistory.org/ maritime-history-festival
TAP INTO THE TRAILS RUN - 5K & 10K: 10am, 115 Backus St., Cheboygan. $30$35. runsignup.com/Race/MI/Cheboygan/ TapintotheTrails
29TH ANNUAL TASTE OF HARBOR SPRINGS: Noon-3pm, Harbor Springs waterfront. Enjoy tastes from participating restaurants with your admission ticket - drink tickets for beer & wine are separate. Every admission ticket includes a commemorative cup. $35-$50. harborspringschamber.com/ events/details/29th-annual-taste-of-harborsprings-2024-13653
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CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT & END OF SUMMER BASH: Cellar 1914, Central Lake. Wave summer off, send local kids to school with necessary supplies, & stock up the food pantry with a fundraiser. S&S Smoked food truck will be on site along with Northern Blessing Alpaca Farm. Live music with Hanna Von B from 1-3pm & Celtic music with The Hey Makers from 3-6pm. Registration for the cornhole tournament starts at noon; tournament starts at 1pm. $40 per team. cellar1914.com/event-details/cornhole-tournament-and-end-of-summer-bashfundraiser-event ----------------------
DR. ROBERT VAN DELLEN’S PRESENTATION ON LOUISE PENNY: 1pm, Cadillac Wexford Public Library. Robert will discuss Ms. Penny’s work, the life of the author, & her range of novels. Free. friendsofthecadillaclibrary.wordpress.com/upcomingprograms
FRITZ HORSTMAN BOOK SIGNING: 1-3pm, Horizon Books, TC. Fritz will sign his book, “Interacting with Color: A Practical Guide to Josef Albers’s Color Experiments.” Free. horizonbooks.com/event/fritz-horstman-book-signing
HARVEST SHOWCASE WINE FESTIVAL: 1-5pm, Boyne Mountain Resort, Boyne Falls. Featuring 15 local wineries. Tickets include a punch card for 15 tastings, custom wine glass, charcuterie cup, & live music. $65. shop.boynemountain.com/s/ events/p/wine-weekend
OMFA FIDDLERS JAMBOREE: Chippewa Lake Community Building, Rodney. Jamboree starts at 1:30pm, circle of friends from 4-5pm, & round & square dancing at 5pm. Callers welcome. Bring your fiddle or other non-electric instruments. Refreshments & foods available throughout the afternoon. Free.
ADVENTURES IN BEEKEEPING!: 2pm, Betsie Valley District Library, Thompsonville. Presented by Rick Dimanin. Learn about the ancient craft of beekeeping. Explore hive types; protective gear; honey bee biology/behavior & more. Rick will teach you about starting beekeeping &/or a small beekeeping business. Free. betsievalleydistrictlibrary.org/news-events/adventuresin-beekeeping
MAJOR LEAGUE SHOW JUMPING EVENT AT TRAVERSE CITY HORSE SHOWS: Flintfields Horse Park, Williamsburg. $262,000 Major League Show Jumping Team Class. There will also be food vendors, shopping & entertainment. Gates open 8am; Grand Prix activity begins at 2pm. TCHS will be donating 100% of general admission ticket revenue to Accelerate The Care. From $15. eventbrite.com/e/262000major-league-show-jumping-team-classtickets-884375530017?aff=odcleoeventsinc ollection
OPENING RECEPTION FOR NEW CTAC, PETOSKEY EXHIBITIONS: 2-5pm, Crooked Tree Arts Center, Galleries, Petoskey. Three new art exhibitions will open: “Identity Maps: Juried Photography Exhibition”; “77th Annual Water Color Society Exhibition”; & “Crooked Tree Photographic Society Annual Exhibition.” Enjoy complimentary appetizers & a cash bar to celebrate the work of 56 artists on display. crookedtree.org/event/ctac-petoskey/opening-reception-identity-maps-juried-photography-exhibition-77th-annual
NIGHT AT THE FARM: A FALL CELEBRATION: 6pm, Great Lakes Incubator Farm, TC. Enjoy a fall equinox celebration. Warm up by the fire, engage in autumnal storytelling, & finish the night by setting your intentions for the new season. Storyteller & touring artist Jen Strauss will join by sharing stories about the moon, stars, pumpkins & more. $15/person or $40 for a group of 3 or more. natureiscalling.org/events/night-atthe-farm-a-fall-celebration
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MANITOU WINDS PRESENTS “SUMMER SKY”: 7pm, Guardian Angels Church, Manistee. Special guests include soprano Emily Curtin Culler, cellist Evy Elsing, & pianist Susan Snyder. Free. manitouwinds. com/upcoming-performances
“WAITRESS”: (See Sat., Sept. 20)
STILL WITHIN THE SOUND OF MY VOICE: THE SONGS OF LINDA RONSTADT: 7:30pm, City Opera House, TC.
Winner of the 2020 Bistro Award, “Still Within the Sound of My Voice” covers genres ranging from rock, country, folk, light opera, big band & mariachi, with Elizabeth Ward Land finding her perfect vocal match in this salute to Linda Ronstadt. Hear “You’re No Good,” “Long, Long Time” & much more. $20-$45. cityoperahouse.org/node/593
TESLA: 8pm, Little River Casino Resort, Manistee. This rock band who first got famous in the 80’s is known for hits like “Modern Day Cowboy,” “Little Suzi,” “Heaven’s Trail (No Way Out),” & “Love Song.” High energy rock band SIIN opens for them at 6:30pm. $95-$135. lrcr.com/event/tesla-0
sunday
5TH ANNUAL BALLOONS OVER BAY HARBOR: (See Fri., Sept. 20)
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BETSIE VALLEY TRAIL
RUN: Choose from the half marathon, 10K, 5K, or 1-Mile Fun Run. Courses are out & back on the Betsie Valley Trail starting in Thompsonville at the Webber Sports Complex. The 1-Mile Fun Run is held on the ballfield. Starting times range from 8-11am. See web site. $15-$85; prices increase after 9/17. runsignup.com/ betsievalley
TRAIL DISCOVERY DAY: Benzie County. 8am: Betsie Valley Trail Run/Walk. 10am: Yoga on Beulah Beach by Life Is Bliss Yoga. 9-11am: Free bike check at Coastline Cycles in Frankfort. 11am: Light lunch at the Pavilion. 11:30am: Trail news update presentation at the Pavilion. betsievalleytrail. org/trail-discovery-day
BIKETEMBERFEST: (See Fri., Sept. 20)
HARVEST ART IN THE BARN: (See Sat., Sept. 21)
SOLAR SCOPING AT THE NER: 1-4pm, Boardman River Nature Center, Oleson Pavilion, TC. Gaze through a solar telescope provided by the Grand Traverse Astronomical Society to discover sunspots, filaments, & more. Free. natureiscalling.org/events/solar-scoping ----------------------
“SEUSSICAL JR.”: (See Thurs., Sept. 19, except today’s time is 2pm.)
“WAITRESS”: (See Sat., Sept. 20, except today’s time is 2pm.)
EQUESTRIAN AMERICAN GOLD CUP IN TRAVERSE CITY: 2pm, Flintfields Horse Park, Williamsburg. $340,000 CSI5* American Gold Cup Grand Prix. Join Traverse City Horse Shows for a showcase of equestrian talent. Also enjoy food vendors, shopping opportunities, & entertainment for the whole family including face painting & music by Josh Davis & Moma Tank. Support Accelerate The Care, a nonprofit dedicated to assisting the Alzheimer’s community in northern Michigan. From $15. eventbrite. com/e/500000-csi5-american-gold-cupgrand-prix-tickets-884383142787?aff=odcl eoeventsincollection
MEET THE AUTHOR: 2pm, Helena Township Community Center, Alden. Debra Payne will discuss her debut novel, “The Burden of Sparrows.” 231-331-4318. Free.
GLCO PRESENTS NANCY STAGNITTA JAZZ TRIO IN FREE SUNDAY SERIES: 4pm, Crooked Tree Arts Center, Petoskey. Enjoy American standards, Latin jazz, & original tunes. glcorchestra.org CLINT HOLMES: 7pm, Great Lakes Center for the Arts, Bay Harbor. Grammy nominee, legendary singer, songwriter & entertainer Clint Holmes makes every performance an original. His powerful voice & magnetic stage presence embrace the upbeat side of life. $42-$72. greatlakescfa.org/events/ detail/clint-holmes
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GUIDED WALKING HISTORY TOURS OF TRAVERSE CITY: Wednesdays, 10am through Oct. 9. Beginning at the street corner where Traverse City first laid down its roots, this tour leads you through the boomtown history - the good & the regrettable. From Perry Hannah’s mansion, past the Carnagie library, to the original downtown, this easy two mile walk is an enjoyable trip through history. walktchistory.com
Deadline for Dates information is Tuesday for the following week. sept 22
RED WINGS TRAINING CAMP RED & WHITE GAME: 11am-4pm, Centre ICE Arena, TC. $25-$45. mynorthtickets.com/ events/drw-training-camp-sunday-redwhite-game-sept-22nd-9-22-2024
“AND THERE’S THE HUMOR OF IT!” SHAKESPEARE AND THE FOUR HUMORS: NCMC Library, Petoskey. This traveling exhibit explores the relationship between William Shakespeare’s literary genius & the ancient theory of the four bodily humors — blood, yellow bile, black bile, & phlegm — & their profound influence on the author’s works & character development. Runs through Sept. 27. Hours are Mon. through Thurs., 8am-7pm; & Fri., 8am-5pm. Free. ncmich.libguides.com/library
9/14 – The Hey! Makers, 6 9/15 – Rhett & John, 6 9/18 – Nick Veine, 9 9/19 – Luke Woltanski, 6 9/20 – Delilah DeWylde, 6 9/21 – TC Knuckleheads, 6 9/22 – Wink – Christopher Winkelmann, 6
KILKENNY'S IRISH PUBLIC HOUSE, TC 9/13-14 -- Scarkazm, 9:30 Mon -- Team Trivia, 7-9 Tue -- The Will Harris Trio, 8
Wed -- The Pocket, 8 Thu -- DJ Leo, 9:30 9/20 -- TC Knuckleheads, 9:30 9/21 -- Chromatics, 9:30
KINGSLEY LOCAL BREWING 9/17 – Open Mic, 6-7 9/19 – Trivia Night w/ Host Marcus Anderson, 7-9
LEFT FOOT CHARLEY, TC BARREL ROOM: 9/16 -- Open Mic w/ Rob Coonrod, 6-9 9/21 -- A Fall Equinox Celebration w/ Steve Clark, 7:30
TASTING ROOM: 9/20 -- Jacob McLeod, 5-7
LIL BO, TC Tues. – Trivia, 8-10 Sun. – Karaoke, 8
MARI VINEYARDS, TC 4-6: 9/17 -- Windy Ridge Trio 9/19 -- Hanna Von B
MIDDLECOAST BREWING CO., TC 9/20 -- Anna PS, 6-9
NORTH BAR, TC
9/14 – Nick Vasquez, 7-10 9/18 – Jesse Jefferson, 7-10 9/20 – Jazz Cabbage, 7-10 9/21 – Jeff Linsell, 7-10 9/22 – David Cisco, 5-8
OLD MISSION DISTILLING, TC SEVEN HILLS, PENINI: 9/14 – Erik Burke, 6 9/20 – Mike Moran w/ Ryan McGee, 6 9/21 – Mitchell McKolay, 6 9/22 – Jacob McLeod, 3
SORELLINA'S, TC
SLATE RESTAURANT: Thurs. -- Tom Kaufmann on Piano, 5-8 Fri. & Sat. – Tom Kaufmann on Piano, 6-9
Corbin Wagner, 7:30-9 9/16 -- Funky Uncle - Funky Fun Mondays, 6-8:30 9/19 -- The Jeff Haas Trio feat. Laurie Sears + Lisa Flahive, 6-8:30 9/20 -- The Mad Angler Meets The Mad Cellist, 7:30-9:30
THE HAYLOFT INN, TC 7:30-11: 9/14 -- Low Hanging Fruit 9/20 -- Grand Crew 9/21 -- Empire Highway
THE LITTLE FLEET, TC 9/14 -- DJ Nights, 8-11
9/21 -- NOIR2 New Wave, Industrial & Post-Punk w/ DJ Franck, 8-11
THE PARLOR, TC 8-11: 9/14 -- Chesse (Chad + Jesse)
9/17 – Jesse Jefferson
9/18 – Wink Solo
9/20 – Levi Britton 9/21 – Blake Elliott
THE PUB, TC
7-10: 9/14 -- Chris Sterr
9/18 – Zeke Clemons
9/19 – David Márton
9/20 – Nick Vasquez
9/21 – Miriam Pico & Ryan Younce
THE WORKSHOP BREWING CO., TC 9/14 -- Jazz North, 8 9/15 -- Comedy Open Mic, 7 9/17 -- Open Mic Night, 6 9/18 -- Jazz Show & Jam, 6 9/19 -- The Timebombs, 7 9/21 -- The Lavender Lions, 8
THIRSTY FISH SPORTS GRILLE, TC PATIO, 6:30-9:30: 9/14 -- J Hawkins Band 9/19 -- TSP
TOWNLINE CIDERWORKS, WILLIAMSBURG
9/20 -- The Hey! Makers, 6-8
UNION STREET STATION, TC 10: 9/14 -- Skin Kwon Doe 9/20 -- DJ Prim 9/21 -- DJ Simple Jack
BEL LAGO VINEYARD, WINERY & CIDERY, CEDAR
9/14 -- John Piatek, 3:30-5:30
9/15 -- Larry Perkins, 3:30-5:30
9/17 -- Chris Smith, 3:30-5:30
9/21 -- Luke Woltanski, 2:30-4 9/22 -- Zeke Clemons, 3:30-5:30
BLACK STAR FARMS, SUTTONS BAY LAWN, 6-8:
9/14 -- Bob Roberts 9/21 -- Izzy Joy
BOATHOUSE VINEYARDS, LAKE LEELANAU
TASTING ROOM:
9/15 -- Bryan Poirier, 4-6:30
CICCONE VINEYARD & WINERY, SUTTONS BAY
9/15 -- Rob Coonrod, 2-4:30
9/19 -- Charlie Arnett, 4-6:30
9/22 -- Luke Woltanski, 2-4:30
CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN, THOMPSONVILLE
KINLOCHEN PLAZA, 5-7:
9/14 -- Sydni K 9/21 -- Weston Buchan
LEVEL4 LOUNGE, 7-9: 9/14 -- Drew Hale
9/20 -- Weston Buchan 9/21 -- Levi Britton
DUNE BIRD WINERY, NORTHPORT 3-6:
Leelanau & Benzie
9/15 – SkyLea Martin 9/22 – Chris Smith
FRENCH VALLEY VINEYARD, CEDAR
9/16 -- Thomas & Hyde, 4-7
9/19 -- Billy & The Kid, 4-7
9/20 -- Looking Forward: Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young – “Their Music Our Way,” 5:30-8:30
9/21 -- Lew Russ, 11am-2pm; Serita's Black Rose, 3-6 9/22 -- Kirby Snively, 11am-2pm; Dr. Goodhart's Home Remedy, 3-6
RUSTY SAW, BRUTUS 9/20 -- Mike Ridley, 6-9
THE BEAU, CHEBOYGAN 9/19 -- Musicians Playground Open Mic, 7 PATIO: 9/14 -- 'Keep the Music Live Event' w/ Graham, followed by Ahab & The Smelt Dippers, 7
THE WIGWAM, INDIAN RIVER 9/19 -- Dominic Fortuna, 7:30-9:30
Otsego, Crawford & Central
LITTLE RIVER CASINO RESORT, MANISTEE 9/14 – Onager, 9-1 9/21 – SIIN, 6:30-7:30; TESLA, 8-9:30
THE GREENHOUSE - WILLOW/ PRIMOS, CADILLAC 9/18 -- Trivia & Music Bingo Night w/ Shawny-D, 6-9
9/19 -- Karaoke Thursdays w/ Shawny-D, 7-10
Manistee, Wexford & Missaukee
RIVER CASINO RESORT, MANISTEE 9/14 – Onager, 9-1
THE GREENHOUSE - WILLOW/PRIMOS, CADILLAC 9/11 -- Trivia & Music Bingo Night w/ Shawny-D, 6-9 9/12 -- Karaoke Thursdays w/ Shawny-D, 7-10
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Sasquatch Sunset
by JOSEPH BEYER
It should come as no surprise that one of the most fascinating films of the year comes from one of the most fascinating filmmaking duos working today. In Sasquatch Sunset, a riveting portrayal of the hidden world of the elusive Bigfoot and their last days of existence, the multi-hyphenated creatives known as The Zellner Bros. have achieved a new level of artistry.
Known across film festival circuits and arthouses for their distinct short films and features (Kid Thing and Kumiko, the Treasure Hunter most recently), Nathan and David Zellner are masters of absurd humor and capturing quirky moments of humanity. The brothers have taken those talents and applied them beautifully into creating a storyworld where the only “dialogue” is the visceral grunting of the Sasquatch language, and yet the audience can understand every nuance of meaning and feel every ounce of emotion imaginable.
It wouldn’t be possible without the truly remarkable performances from some famous faces you may never recognize thanks to Steve Newburn’s fabulous creature designs, which bring each one of them to life so completely as to become a total transformation. Every actor in the small, tight-knit story of a Sasquatch clan on their annual migration is wonderful, but together their performances create an ever bigger accomplishment in creating emotional bonds and dynamics on-screen that everyone can relate to.
The story begins in hypnotic vérité as we follow this Sasquatch family through the joys and terrors of life, organized in seasons and interludes over the course of a year (a year that may be the last for this elusive species). In the beginning of the film, it feels as if we’re in the ancient world of deep time and primitivity. But as the migration of the Sasquatch family continues, we finally realize the real threat to their existence is Man/Us.
In one of the film’s most potent touches, we never see a human character on-screen, but instead the audience is forced to feel the same mysterious dread and fear the Sasquatch
do in suddenly struggling to understand a world filled with new dangers and realizing they may be alone.
If it all sounds a bit philosophical, it is (and you’ll love it) but it’s also endlessly entertaining and genuinely hilarious too. Using a combination of sly nods to Bigfoot mythology and memes with physical comedy that treats sex drive and every bodily function with the absurdity they deserve, Sasquatch Sunset will have you laughing as much as it will have you on the edge of your emotional seat.
Every performance in the four-ape ensemble is wonderful. From writer and co-director David Zellner as the patriarchal Alpha Male, to Christophe Zajac-Denek as his imaginative Child longing to grow up, to the revelation of Jesse Eisenberg as the adolescent Male on the edge of puberty and possibilities.
But it’s actress Riley Keough as the Female and mother Sasquatch that gives the story its most profound heart, as she carries the weight and sadness of protecting her species from extinction. Both Eisenberg and Keough serve as producers on the project, and Keogh is also featured in the mesmerizing score from The Octopus Project.
The accomplishment of creating a film that is simultaneously the funniest and most serious Sasquatch story you’ve ever seen can’t be underestimated, and it all culminates in an ending so perfect it would be criminal to reveal and spoil it.
Years in the making and fueled by the Zellners’ lifelong fascination with the mythology of the Sasquatch, the risks the film takes pay off with an undeniably original and unique experience, one that should leave you more intrigued and hopeful than ever that these creatures are still out there.
Rated R and running 1 hour and 28 minutes, Sasquatch Sunset is currently streaming on Paramount+ and on-demand through Amazon Prime.
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Mental Health First Aid classes will be offered for anyone in the community on October 9 (Adult) and October 30 (Youth), 8AM-5PM, in Traverse City. Learn how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults or youth. NASW-Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Credits included. Register at THIS LINK: https://tinyurl.com/y45ykbmj
“Jonesin” Crosswords
"Duct and Cover" --there's a way out. by Matt Jones
ACROSS
1. A, in Spain
4. Removes, as a hat
9. Word before bod or joke
12. State of danger
15. Allotted portion
16. Soccer stadium cheer
17. Aerosmith lead singer who announced his retirement from touring this year
19. Took the prize
20. "You're totally wrong"
21. Made-up big number in Hobbit lore
23. Allow
24. Reggae singer ___ Kamoze
26. It's in the loop
27. Bitten by the acting bug, maybe 33. Where funamblists walk 34. Court
35. Grammy winner Black
38. "Mr. Blue Sky" band
39. Gave an edge to 41. Diaphragmatic spasm noise
42. Trample
44. Heat sensor on the range?
50. Party spoiler
51. Take to court
52. "Son ___ Critch" (Canadian sitcom)
53. Like ungulates such as pigs, hippos, and giraffes (but who's counting?)
57. Concoct
59. German definite article
60. "Let me blow off some steam," or the reason for five other Across theme answers?
62. Verb ender
63. "Hot in Herre" rapper
64. Tough-to-find character
65. Printers' dash lengths
66. "Evening Shade" narrator Davis
67. Tajikistan, previously, for short DOWN
1. Convinced to shell out more
2. It comes before "lands" or "world"
3. Coy comeback
4. "Spring ahead" clock abbr.
5. "___ of little faith"
6. Topple
7. Giveaway gift
8. Person who waits
9. Urban center
10. Tons
11. Say it isn't
13. 1961 Nobelist Andric or comedian Graham
14. Forgiving
18. Italian grandma
22. Middle-earth inhabitant
25. Words after "as" that, on their own, look grammatically incorrect
28. Baron ___ Rightoften (playable character in the 1984 Trivial Pursuit arcade game)
29. NHL player in Edmonton
30. Many charity golf tournaments
31. Sturgeon eggs
32. "The ___ Squad"
35. Comedian Margaret
36. 54, in Roman numerals
37. Glacier breakaways
39. Keyboarder's base (index fingers on F and J!)
40. "___ Punch Man"
42. Last word of an HBO megahit
43. Have reservations
45. Smoking alternative, ages ago
46. Pizzeria owner Jim who founded a frozen-pizza manufacturing company
47. Linen closet items
48. Money in an online wallet, e.g.
49. "Jurassic Park" predator
53. Falco who appears in the "Avatar" sequels
54. Type of diagrams appreciated by Kamala Harris
55. Squiggly fish
56. Salami source
58. Longoria on the current season of "Only Murders in the Building"
61. Turn eggs green, perhaps
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SEPT 16 - SEPT 22
BY ROB BREZSNY
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You have probably heard the platitude, “Be cautious about what you wish for. You might get it.” The implied warning is that if your big desires are fulfilled, your life may change in unpredictable ways that require major adjustments. That’s useful advice. However, I have often found that the “major adjustments” necessary are often interesting and healing—strenuous, perhaps, but ultimately enlivening. In my vision of your future, Virgo, the consequences of your completed goal will fit that description. You will be mostly pleased with the adaptations you must undertake in response to your success.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Research by psychologists at Queen's University in Canada concluded that the average human has about 6,200 thoughts every day. Other studies suggest that 75% of our thoughts are negative, and 95 percent are repetitive. But here's the good news, Leo: My astrological analysis suggests that the amount of your negative and repetitive thoughts could diminish in the coming weeks. You might even get those percentages down to 35 percent and 50 percent, respectively. Just imagine how refreshed you will feel. With all that rejuvenating energy coursing through your brain, you may generate positive, unique thoughts at an astounding rate. Take maximum advantage, please!
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The bird known as the gray-headed albatross makes long, continuous flights without touching down on the ground. propose we nominate this robust traveler to be one of your inspirational animals in the coming months. I suspect that you, too, will be capable of prolonged, vigorous quests that unleash interesting changes in your life. don’t necessarily mean your quests will involve literal longdistance travel. They may, but they might also take the form of vast and deep explorations of your inner terrain. Or maybe you will engage in bold efforts to investigate mysteries that will dramatically open your mind and heart.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You are in a good position and frame of mind to go hunting for a novel problem or two. I’m half-joking, but I’m also very serious. I believe you are primed to track down interesting dilemmas that will bring out the best in you and attract the educational experiences you need. These provocative riddles will ensure that boring old riddles and paltry hassles won’t bother you. Bonus prediction: You are also likely to dream up an original new “sin” that will stir up lucky fun.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your spinning and weaving abilities will be strong in the coming weeks. I predict that your knack for creating sturdy, beautiful webs will catch the resources and influences you require. Like a spider, you must simply prepare the scenarios to attract what you need, then patiently relax while it all comes to you. Refining the metaphor further, I will tell you that you have symbolic resemblances to the spiders known as cross orbweavers. They produce seven different kinds of silk, each useful in its own way—and in a sense, so can you. Your versatility will help you succeed in interesting ways.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): ):
Capricorn basketball player JamesOn Curry had the briefest career of anyone who ever played in America’s top professional league. Around his birthday in 2010, while a member of the Los Angeles Clippers, he appeared on the court for 3.9 seconds—and never returned. Such a shortlived effort is unusual for the Capricorn tribe—and will not characterize your destiny in the coming months. I predict you will generate an intense outpouring of your sign’s more typical expressions: durability, diligence, persistence, tenacity, resilience, determination, resolve, and steadfastness. Ready to get underway in earnest?
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): It’s a good time for you to embrace the serpent, metaphorically speaking. You may even enjoy riding and playing with and learning from the serpent. The coming weeks will also be a favorable phase for you to kiss the wind and consult with the ancestors and wrestle with the most
fascinating questions you know. So get a wild look in your eyes, dear Aquarius. Dare to shed mediocre pleasures so you can better pursue spectacular pleasures. Experiment only with smart gambles and high-integrity temptations, and flee the other kinds. PS: If you challenge the past to a duel (a prospect I approve of), be well-armed with the future.
PISCES (Feb 19-March 20): Panda bears don't seem to enjoy having sex. The typical length of their mating encounters is from 30 seconds to two minutes. There was a dramatic exception to the rule in 2015, however. Lu Lu and Zhen Zhen, pandas living at the Sichuan Giant Panda Research Center in China, snuggled and embraced for 18 minutes. It was unprecedented. I encourage you, too, to break your previous records for tender cuddling and erotic play in the coming weeks. The longer and slower you go, the more likely it is you will generate spiritual epiphanies and awakenings.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Few of the vegetables grown in the 21st century are in their original wild form. Many are the result of crossbreeding carried out by humans. The intention is to increase the nutritional value of the food, boost its yield, improve its resistance to insect predators, and help it survive weather extremes. I invite you to apply the metaphor of crossbreeding to your life in the coming months. You will place yourself in maximum alignment with cosmic rhythms if you conjure up new blends. So be a mix master, Aries. Favor amalgamations and collaborations. Transform jumbles and hodgepodges into graceful composites. Make "alloy" and "hybrid" your words of power.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): “All I ask is the chance to prove that money can’t make me happy,” quipped comedian Spike Milligan. propose we make that your running joke for the next eight months. If there was ever a time when you could get rich more quickly, it would be between now and mid-2025. And the chances of that happening may be enhanced considerably if you optimize your relationship with work. What can you do now to help ensure you will be working at a well-paying job you like for years to come?
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The World Health Organization says that 3.5 billion people in the world don't have access to safe toilets; 2.2 billion live without safe drinking water; 2 billion don't have facilities in their homes to wash their hands with soap and water. But it's almost certain that you don't suffer from these basic privations. Most likely, you get all the water you require to be secure and healthy. You have what you need to cook food and make drinks. You can take baths or showers whenever you want. You wash your clothes easily. Maybe you water a garden. I bring this to your attention because now is an excellent time to celebrate the water in your life. It's also a favorable time to be extra fluid and flowing and juicy. Here’s a fun riddle for you: What could you do to make your inner life wetter and better lubricated?
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Cancerian rapper and actor Jaden Smith has won a few mid-level awards and has been nominated for a Grammy. But I was surprised that he said, "I don't think I'm as revolutionary as Galileo, but I don't think I'm not as revolutionary as Galileo." If I'm interpreting his sly brag correctly, Jaden is suggesting that maybe he is indeed pretty damn revolutionary. I'm thrilled he said it because love to see you Cancerians overcome your natural inclination to be overly humble and self-effacing. It's OK with me if you sometimes push too far. In the coming weeks, I am giving you a license to wander into the frontiers of braggadocio.
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“PSST!”: Have you heard the buzz from BookTrib or seen the May & August editions of Screen International magazine? Jeffery Allen Boyd’s award-winning Wolf’s Head Bay--Journey of the Courageous Eleven/ The Race for Home is a bona fide heartpounding action/adventure thrill-ride. Find it at Horizon Books in TC, and on BookBaby and Amazon.
COTTAGE FOR RENT - TRAVERSE CITY: TC 1BR Cottage, Fully Furnished, All Utilities, A/C, W/D, Cable TV, Enclosed Porch, Parking, Very Nice, Quiet, Month-toMonth to Year, No Pets, $1,700 per month. (231) 631-7512.
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ART EXHIBITION: Ruddiblush Gallery in Manistee is featuring an art exhibtion
by artist Theresa Youngman until October 1st. The show features paintings of sailboats,fall,birch,birds and florals.
THE FRIENDLY GARDEN CLUB
GERANIUM SALE: The Friendly Garden Club's annual Geranium Sale is in progress now through October 1, 2024. Please visit www.thefriendlygardenclub.org fore more information and the order form.
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PAID PT WORK TRAINING AVAILABLE FOR SENIORS 55+: The AARP Foundation SCSEP Program is accepting applications from seniors aged 55 and over for paid, parttime work training assignments in Grand Traverse and other surrounding counties. Earn while you train. You must be aged 55 and over, be unemployed, seeking work, and meet income eligibility. To apply, call AARP Foundation SCSEP at 231-252-4544.
MACHINE OPERATORS WANTED FOR NIGHT SHIFT! We are building our Team of Machine Operators! Ideal candidates will first learn wire spooling, then after building their skills, they will learn the art of wire drawing; the process of taking bulk aluminum rod down to premium quality aluminum wire. Schedules are 4 10-hour shifts with a competitive salary, generous shift premium, immediate medical, dental, vision and other benefits, including paid holidays and vacation. If you are eager to learn, have a great work ethic, and want to become part of our growing Team, apply now! https://esab.com/ us/nam_en/about/careers/
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