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Tiny Desk 2019

Because my son is a musician who plays largely original music, I’m a big fan of other up and coming bands that do the same. With no musical talent of... Continue reading

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Ride of Silence

Sunshine and warmer weather means biking season is upon us. Northern Michigan is of course a great place to pedal, with bike trails, off-road routes, and plenty of blue highways... Continue reading

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National love a tree day

All around us now, sunshine and rain are greening up our lawns and our woods, making this a great time to appreciate all the natural beauty of the area. Another... Continue reading

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Michigan Love

Michigan films

My son, the movie buff, and I were discussing the latest movies, which got me thinking about all the films either made in Michigan or with an active Michigan theme.... Continue reading

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Best sandiches in Michigan from Grandpa Shorter's Gifts in Petoskey, MI

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Best Sandwiches in Northern Michigan

There is not necessarily a season for sandwiches, but for several reasons, summer is the best time to grab a sandwich from your favorite deli. You can easily find a... Continue reading

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Little Free Libraries

There may not be a more democratic institution than the public library. There is access for everyone, and titles that run the gamut from fantasy to fan fiction and everything... Continue reading

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Earth Day from Grandpa Shorter's Gifts in Petoskey, MI

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Earth Day 2019

While it can be easy to overlook sometimes what is just in front of us, I hope that like me you will mark your calendar for Monday, April 22, as... Continue reading

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Woodshop from Grandpa Shorter's Gifts in Petoskey, MI

Michigan Love

While public high schools around the state and the country are readying for the ACT and SAT, there are also those that are highlighting their Career Technical Education (CTE) students... Continue reading

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Michigan Love

March is Reading Month

March is drawing to a close, but it is never too late to celebrate National Reading Month. Everywhere, readers and booksellers and librarians and others are collaborating to encourage students... Continue reading

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Old Rawlings Baseball sitting on wood table

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Michigan Baseball

Cherry blossoms and daffodils, even morel mushroom all announce the end of winter and the start of spring. This means baseball, a traditional past time for Americans. For more than... Continue reading

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Michigan Love

Northern Michigan Golf

Whether you are a scratch golfer or a weekend duffer, there are plenty of great courses in the Northern Michigan region to try to hone your game. In no particular... Continue reading

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Michigan Produce from Grandpa Shorter's Gifts in Petoskey, MI

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Michigan cherries, apples and grapes

Michigan produces cherries, apples, grapes, potatoes, corn and more. The state produces an abundance of produce that is enjoyed both locally and well beyond the region. CHEERIES Northern Michigan and... Continue reading

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Tiny Desk 2019

Ride of Silence

National love a tree day

Michigan films

Best Sandwiches in Northern Michigan

Little Free Libraries

Earth Day 2019

Giant Megaphone

March is Reading Month

Michigan Baseball

Northern Michigan Golf

Michigan cherries, apples and grapes

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