summer activities

Now that it's August here in Northern Michigan, it has finally warmed up and we have been enjoying our summer to the max. Today is a down day as it's pouring some much needed rain here in Petoskey but it's nice just to chill out and relax. I took the morning to compile a list of ten 'local's only' b...
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The grocery stores and farmer's markets in my corner of West Michigan are starting to fill their shelves with baskets of locally grown peaches. They're so pretty with their shades of deep red, orange and yellow. Sweet and juicy, they're a refreshing treat on a warm, mid-summer day. Grilled peaches ...
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It's almost the end of July here in Northern Michigan. I can't believe it's almost August. It feels like July just started! Back to school sales are already popping up everywhere and the last weekend in July marks a huge weekend for downtown Petoskey: Sidewalk Sales! This year will won't be like any...
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We are pretty much halfway through summer here in gorgeous Northern Michigan. I know, I know, I feel like summer just started too!! I swear the kids just got out of school yesterday and I'm already seeing back-to-school sales everywhere. Don't get me wrong, I love me some back-to-shopping. I have a ...
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Hello, friends and welcome back! It's almost mid-July and we've been enjoying our summer as much as possible here in beautiful Northern Michigan. The kids camp in Bay View is in full swing and I'm so, so thankful that the weather is finally starting to warm up here in Petoskey. Our afternoons and ev...
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July 4th is almost upon us friends. It's only 2 weeks away and today on the blog, I've put together a list of local Northern Michigan towns hosting patriotic events such as parades and fireworks! I for one, love the 4th of July. My birthday is July 3rd so I'm quite accustomed to celebrating this Am...
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Hello again friends and welcome back! Today on the blog I'm bringing you food trucks. I did some research on some local food trucks that we have right here in Northern Michigan and I'm bringing all the info to you.  You don't have to live in the big city to experience delicious food out of the bac...
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Nickelodeon, iPads and Play Stations tempt children to stay in the house and sit on the couch all summer. Even when the sun is shining and it’s warm, it's hard to get them outside. But children do need to go outside. There are so many benefits to kids playing outdoors. Studies show that time spen...
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Fun, affordable activities to do with your kids this summer! A guest post written by Michigan blogger, Heather of Mommy's Favorite Things. A busy mother of three kids under the age of 7 who loves to do as many activities as possible in the summer with her children to make the most of the warm weathe...
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