Recent Blog Posts
They are local lore, a national mystery, and just plain fun. They are Bigfoots. Do they exist? And have there been any sightings near Petoskey? Everything we found was hearsay, but oh-so-fun. Read on…
What is Bigfoot?Bigfoot or “sasquatch” (which means “wild man”) is a “large, ha...
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Don’t you just love the spooky season? All the orange, black, and creepy decor around every corner? The big bags of candy for trick-or-treaters? And listening to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at least half a dozen times before October draws to a close? We thought so.
The lead-up...
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October 19th Leaf Printing Class With Karen Mazzoline at 6:00 PM: $35 Tickets
There are only 12 spots available, so buy your ticket today to save your spot!
Reservations can be made by clicking here or by calling us during store hours at (231) 758-1030.
What is this class?
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October 16th Rock Painting Class With Karen Mazzoline at 4:00 PM: $35 Tickets
There are only 12 spots available, so buy your ticket today to save your spot!
Reservations can be made by clicking here or by calling us during store hours at (231) 758-1030.
What is this class?
For those...
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From Jeopardy-viewing to trivia night-attending–don’t you love a good dose of trivia? And isn’t it even better when the facts and frippery pertain to something you’re familiar with? Like, oh, say, Harry Potter, the Detroit Red Wings, or even this lovely area of Northern Michigan we call hom...
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Sept. 17-18, 2022 – it’s time to toast the harvest!
It’s harvest time in Petoskey – for wine! The Harvest Showcase is Sept. 17-18, 2022, and features the 14 wineries that make up the Petoskey Wine Region. The showcase includes paired tastings with small plates (plus a glass to keep!)...
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A tiny firefly lights up at dusk in a field of tall grass.
It’s the perfect summer night – the sound of the kids laughing, not a screen in sight, and the family playing together. When you finally make your way to the summer cottage or find yourself with everyone home on a summer night, here ...
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You’ve seen them—the beach walkers with their heads down, completely ignoring the stunning sunset unfolding out over the lake. Why? Because they’re rockhounds—and they’re always on the hunt, looking for the perfect stone at their feet!
If you find yourself doing the same thing – alwa...
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The iconic clock tower in Petoskey, Michigan.
Petoskey isn’t just for beachgoers and boaters. History buffs will also enjoy this Northern Michigan town steeped in history. Here are just a few of the historic sites you can visit in Petoskey.
A Brief History of Petoskey
Petoskey's first re...
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Traveling Northern Michigan’s Inland Waterway is a summer boating adventure you won’t forget.
The Inland Waterway is a series of interconnected inland lakes that make up a route over 38 miles long. It begins just outside Petoskey on the west side of Michigan’s lower peninsula. Travel t...
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