Northern Michigan

I am all about easy recipes and entertaining. This Brownwood Farms Apple Riesling Spread is not only easy, it's also delicious! It has just the right amount of sweetness with a little bit of spice that all your guests will enjoy and make entertaining this summer an absolute breeze! This recipe only...
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Summer is right around the corner and if you have kids, you've probably already started thinking ahead for summer activities to keep them busy. I love our down time but there are days when we just need to get out of the house. Last year on the blog, I did a post regarding Northern Michigan Summer C...
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In Michigan, Memorial Day is more than just a long weekend. It’s the kickoff for our summer season. As we remember and honor our veterans and fallen heroes, we also celebrate the warmer temperatures and sunshine that come with summer. Here are some of the activities you’ll find Michiganders...
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Spring is finally here and the weather is starting to get warmer here in Northern Michigan. My family and I have been outside the last few weeks enjoying the warmer temperatures every chance we get. Even my oldest 'daughter' has gotten in on the action. When I refer to my oldest kiddo, I'm speaking ...
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The weekend will be here before you know it and I know, I always like to either play things by ear or have a few weekend plans already set and in place. Do you have any weekend plans for the next few weekends? If not, why not take an evening and check out a play put on by the Little Traverse Civic T...
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Hello, friends and welcome back! It's that time of year again, early spring here in Northern Michigan. The weather is hit or miss these days. Some days it's up in the 50's and it's got me thinking of summer on the horizon. The next day it will be in the low 30's with snow flurries and waves crashing...
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Hello, everyone! Spring break is only a month away for us here in Petoskey and if you're needing a break but planning on a local staycation here in Northern Michigan, this post is for you! My family and I just got back from a Disney cruise vacation, along with several days at Disney World in...
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When the snow melts and the skis are put away, it’s time to pull the clubs out of the closet to hit the links. If golf is your game, Northern Michigan is the place to be this spring and summer. The region features award-winning, championship courses created by top designers. The landscape with its...
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North Central Michigan College is a Northern Michigan, Petoskey landmark. It's a well known go to community college for many local high school students looking to get a jump start on college courses while still attending high school. By staying local, students can not only save money but also g...
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Hello, friends and welcome back! This week on the blog I'm bringing you Northern Michigan Winter Farmers Markets. It's mid-February here in Northern Michigan and the snow is falling lightly outside my office window as I type up this blog post. It is full on winter here in Petoskey and we are lo...
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