For People Who Love Up North
March 2008
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8 Courses Not to MissA list of eight golf courses, including description of the terrain, the challenges and the amenities available at each. Boyne Highlands, Treetops, Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, Arcadia Bluffs and Shanty Creek are included. Full article... |
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Artist Spotlight: Rachael DavisSoulful Michigan singer-strummer to release new album. Full article... |
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Art Watch: Pentwater's Gallery 150This small-town gallery serves up big-city style. Full article... |
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A Second Life for Your Unwanted FurnitureHere's a chance to donate that piece of furniture you really want to get rid of at the Women's Resource Center furniture drive in Traverse City this weekend. Full article... |
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Battle Plan to Halt Fish Killer’s AdvanceNational parks and Grand Portage tribe band together to prevent the spread of viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) to Lake Superior fish. Full article... |
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Bears Ready to RoamTo black bears, it's just a long winter's nap. To us, their months-long sleep is a physiological miracle. Full article... |
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Beat the Big MeltWhen it comes to fishing shanties, don't mess with thin ice. Full article... |
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Beware: Elk CrossingA 500-pound elk and a car at 70 mph? It isn't pretty. Full article... |
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Boutique Find: Harbor Springs Pearl SalonA Q&A with Elizabeth Blair, owner of Elizabeth Blair Fine Pearls boutique in Harbor Springs. Full article... |
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Brave the Elements With StyleLook cool, be cozy with down-filled skirts. Full article... |
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Brownwood's Kream Mustard Wins Big at Napa ValleyBrownwood Farms Kream Mustard wins silver medal at Napa Valley World-Wide Mustard Competition Full article... |
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Calling All Beginning Geocachers!Never been geocaching? Check out this beginner's event in Harbor Springs. Full article... |
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Can These Seeds Be Saved?Description of how to test last year's seeds to see if they are worth planting in the spring. Full article... |
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Checking in: Brenda Archambo, Sturgeon GeneralThe chief of Black River's sturgeon patrol shares why she's excited about the river-run of the giant fish this year. Full article... |
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Concierge Out and About FavoritesFour Up North concierges serve up sure-bet suggestions for fun of all kind, plus lodging, in Petoskey, Traverse City, Cadillac and Frankfort. Full article... |
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Dance the Tango in Traverse CityLearn to tango in Traverse City. Full article... |
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Danny Forster's Cool, Green HouseDanny Forster, the host of Discovery Channel’s 2007 show, Build It Bigger, walks us through his first solo architectural project—an exciting, innovative, green home in Omena, on the shores of Lake Michigan. Full article... |
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Deer Vulnerable at Winter's EndBiologists warn dog owners: keep pets close to protect deer herds. Full article... |
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Denver to T.C. and Back Again—NonstopLeading Westerners to water. Full article... |
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Discover Fort MackinacA day on Mackinac Island includes a visit to Fort Mackinac, founded in 1780 and offering interactive history. Full article... |
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Eat Greek in CheboyganFind a Greek dinner oasis downtown. Full article... |
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Endangered Species Decision Could Affect MineConcern for the coaster brook trout could require more stringent standards at a proposed U.P. mine. Full article... |
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Free Camping? Here's How.This may be your recipe for a perfect summer vacation. Full article... |
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Getaway to Margaritaville on the MountainHit the peaks of Thompsonville this week for a Parrothead paradise with plenty o’ margs, snow and sun. Full article... |
Get Cookin’, Crawford County FellaGrayling announces the 8th annual Men Who Cook event. Full article... |
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Heywood's Newest Mystery NovelDon't miss this Up North page-turner. Full article... |
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Home SpaA list of ways to create a home spa. Full article... |
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Hot Property: Holy WowReal estate listing for a fabulously renovated former church built in 1925 in Marquette. Full article... |
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How To: Beautify Your BookshelvesFollow these simple steps for stylish, eye-catching bookshelves. Full article... |
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How To: Bird ResuscitationHow to treat a bird that has collided with a window. Full article... |
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How To: Naturally Paint Easter EggsUse goods from your kitchen to create pretty, naturally dyed Easter eggs. Full article... |
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In Search of Bluegills |
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In Search of Snow BirdsFind Arctic birds now in the eastern Upper Peninsula. Full article... |
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Iron Mountain's Authentic ItalianHead up to an Italian enclave in the U.P. where it still tastes like the Old Country. Full article... |
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It's a PlatinumHome to be featured in Northern Home & Cottage wins a prestigious green award. Full article... |
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Judge Reprieves Nation's Oldest Boy Scout CampThe nearly 5,000-acre Camp Owasippe remains protected, for now. Full article... |
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King PongDon Hayden opens a table tennis training center in Williamsburg. Full article... |
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Local Band on A Prairie Home CompanionPinky Lee, an acoustic band from Petoskey, was a finalist on A Prairie Home Companion's "People in Their Twenties Talent Show." Full article... |
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Mr. Smiley's Windmill Wars in Northern MichiganSteve Smiley has a plan for Northern Michigan towns, including Traverse City, to become energy self-sufficient for electricity and heating—with wind power. Full article... |
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My Petoskey WinterCinematographer Jeff Morgan spends a winter day exploring downtown Petoskey. Full article... |
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Now Hear This: Borderline Normal in Traverse CityJames Filkins, a Traverse City finger-style acoustic guitarist, crafts an earthy, thoughtful album. Full article... |
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Our Lighthouses Get Some LoveEight lighthouses throughout Michigan will share over $215,800 brought in by the Save Our Lights license plate program. Full article... |
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Recipes for RelaxationThree recipes for creating relaxing recipes, including massage oil, face masks and body scrub. Full article... |
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Refusing SpringAll too often, they wait too long, and their shanties sink to become boats that must be paddled home. Full article... |
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Renovating? Now It’s Easy to Be GreenThe U.S. Green Building Council wants to help make your next remodel green. Full article... |
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Rent This: Postmark ParadiseA review of Postmark Paradise, a sweet film about a Russian mail-order bride who comes to the Upper Peninsula. Full article... |
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Ride a DogsledCruise with a team of Alaskan huskies through the wintry Boyne Highlands woods. Full article... |
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Skunk ShampooRecipe for Skunk Shampoo. Full article... |
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Spend Easter Weekend on the Slopes!Spring skiing is going strong at resorts Up North. Full article... |
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Spring on TapCharlevoix's Currey Farms named Best Maple Syrup in State Full article... |
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T.C.'s State Theatre Exceeds ExpectationsState Theatre's first quarter report "nothing short of amazing." Full article... |
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The AwakeningPowwow regalia is more than just captivating. Each bit of thread, feather and fur reminds both dancer and audience that Native Americans are again free to express their religion, their traditions, their selves. Full article... |
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The Best Cherry Recipes AnnouncedA homey cherry dump pudding and an elegant chutney take top prizes at Friske Orchards. Full article... |
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The Making of a Russell Chatham LithographRenowned painter and writer, Russell Chatham, takes us on the journey to create a lithograph, from sketching in the Montana landscape to the intricacies of applying ink in the studio. Full article... |
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The Road From Hancock to NashvillePaul Smith, a singer-songwriter living in Hancock,Michigan, recently scored the gig of a lifetime: recording with legendary Nashville producer Cowboy Jack Clement. Full article... |
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Up North Air: Charter a FlightDescription of charter air services in Northern Michigan. Full article... |
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Up On the RoofSuper Green Idea: A rooftop greenhouse to grow plants and help heat your home. Full article... |
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Water Bill FracasSenate's water withdrawal bill alarms environmentalists. Full article... |
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Ways to the WaterA list of great ways to get on the water, from sailing on a tall ship to canoeing, fly-fishing to water park thrills. The list covers Manistee, Traverse City, Gaylord, Harbor Springs and Boyne Falls. Full article... |
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Winging it: Sandhill CraneLook for skyward for these large and beautiful harbingers of spring. Full article... |
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Your Day In: Traverse CityGreat tips for where to play, stay and eat in Traverse City. Full article... |
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A Chat With Winemaker John Wyman of Victoria Creek in LeelanauJohn Wyman, owner and winemaker of Victoria Creek Vineyards in Leelanau County, talks about the joys and challenges of Pinot Noir, Merlot and more. Full article... ( Food & Wine Features News Traverse City ) |
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Michael Moore's Gift: See Capitalism: A Love Story For FreeMichael Moore is showing "Capitalism: A Love Story" at the State Theater in Traverse City for free, for a week, as a thank you for the huge support Northern Michigan has shown the movie. Full article... ( Film News Add to Traverse City Widget Traverse City Arts Arts ) |
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Old Orchards Releases Very Cherre Tart Cherry JuiceOld Orchard, a Michigan manufacturer of juices with national distribution, has introduced Very Cherre Tart Cherry Juice, made with 100 percent Leelanau County Montmorency cherries. Full article... ( Features Food & Wine Features News Traverse City ) |
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"Fab Fall" Hotel and Restaurant Deals In Traverse CityMore than 30 hotels in Traverse City are offering "Fab Fall" packages with special pricing from now until December 19, 2009, plus deals on shopping, restaurants, wineries and entertainment. Full article... ( Escapes News Add to Traverse City Widget Traverse City ) |
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Video: Watch As Traverse City's Korner Gem Turns Blue Stone Into JewelryKevin Gauthier, owner of Korner Gem in Traverse City, demonstrates step by step how he creates jewelry out of gems, rocks and minerals by crafting a sailboat pendent with Blue stone inlays. Full article... ( How To Video Arts Features News Traverse City Traverse City ) |
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Video: A Simply Stunning Mackinaw and Petoskey Color TourColor and drama fill the screen in this video of a Northern Michigan color tour starting at the Mackinac Point lighthouse and ending up in Petoskey State Park. Now go do it yourself! Full article... ( Attractions Video Outdoors Features News See and Do Petoskey Attractions ) |
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Four Pinot Noir Picks from Old Mission and Leelanau WineriesFour Northern Michigan Pinot Noirs to try from Old Mission and Leelanau County wineries, including Shady Lanes, Black Star Farms, Victoria Creek and Two Lads. Full article... ( Wine Tours News Traverse City ) |
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Video: Pumpkin Tips and Types at Pond Hill Farm in Harbor SpringsPond Hill Farm in Harbor Springs offers tips on picking a pumpkin and shows the variety including jarrahdale (blue) pumpkins from India, the pretty Cinderella or even giant pumpkins weighing several hundred pounds. Full article... ( How To Attractions Video News Harbor Springs See and Do ) |
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Designing a Kitchen For Styles of Different CooksKitchen designer Nancy Blanford designed a Walloon Lake kitchen that fits the individual style of every cook in the family. Full article... ( Home Profiles News Petoskey ) |
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Traverse City’s Dennos Museum Celebrates 50 Years of Arctic ArtTraverse City’s Dennos Museum hosts a sale of Inuit prints from Cape Dorset, Canada in conjunction with the annual conference of the U.S. Inuit Art Society. Full article... ( Art News Add to Traverse City Widget Traverse City Arts Arts ) |
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Garden Theater, of Frankfort, Michigan, Begins International Film FestivalNewly restored theater in Frankfort, Michigan, near Traverse City, launches an International Film Festival, October 23 through 25, 2009. Full article... ( Events Film News Film Frankfort Arts Arts ) |
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Quick Links to Plan Your Trip to the Porcupine MountainsQuick resources to get you started in planning your trip to Porcupine Mountains Wildnerness State Park, one of Michigan's most spectacular state parks. Full article... ( Escapes Hike News Upper Peninsula Attractions ) |
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One last look at fall. View from Pierce Stocking Drive in Sleeping Bear Dunes. Photo by Darren King.
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Astronomy Days at Great Lakes Children's Museum in Traverse City
Nov 24, 2008 to Nov 25, 2008 01:00 PM until 04:00 PM
Astronomy Days at Great Lakes Children's Museum in Traverse City includes fun hands-on activities to help kids learn about our solar system and beyond. Museum Educator Anne Drake leads activities such as "Solar System in Your Pocket," during which children will create a model of our solar system and gain an understanding of relative distance. Other activities include creating clay planets to discover their relative sizes, making a glow-in-the-dark constellation to take home and a color perception activity.
Recipes
Sweet Apple Salsa
A decidedly not-spicy, fresh-fruit salsa that showcases the best of the North’s orchard bounty. Full recipe...
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