Michigan’s best paczki destinations
In some places Fat Tuesday is also known as Mardi Gras, but here in Michigan, it is more widely nicknamed Paczki Day. Once common only in the Detroit area, particularly in Hamtramck, the tradition has caught on around the state, and this year will be celebrated on February 13. Place orders in advance, or risk standing in long lines at bakeries the day of, which nobody
Porcupine Mountains Artist-in-Residence Program seeking applications
Anyone who has ever visited the Porcupine Mountains has likely been a little inspired. Some of us feel a desire to travel more. Others wish to slow life down. One or two may even reflect upon their place in the world. Then there are those with an artistic passion, for whom a visit sparks immense productivity. Are your creative juices are flowing at the mere thought?
2024 fee free days at our national parks
One of our nation’s greatest treasures is our national parks system. These federally protected lands are filled with unrivaled beauty and an abundance of recreational opportunities. While well worth it, accessing these parks can be a tad pricey, ranging from $25 per vehicle for a one-time visit to $80 a person for an annual pass to access multiple parks. Fortunately, there are six fee free days
Metro Detroit Shops
Amidst the big box stores and national chains, there are a growing number of local shops in the Metro Detroit area that are making a point of featuring products designed and made right here in Michigan. City Bird (Detroit) 460 W Canfield St, Detroit, MI 48201 (313) 831-9146 https://www.citybirddetroit.com Heart of Michigan (Howell) 203 W. Grand River, Howell, MI (517)-548-5454 https://heartofmich.com Ink Detroit (Hazel Park) 731 E. 9
Mid-Michigan Shops
While we refer to it as Mid-Michigan, we are really talking about the middle of the Lower Peninsula, not the whole state. From art to apparel, food to jewelry, and so much more, these shops in the central part of the mitten peninsula are featuring an exceptional quantity of Michigan-made products. Amazin' Mitten (Frankenmuth) 646 S Main Street Frankenmuth, MI 48734 989-262-8010 https://www.amazinmitten.com Flint Farmers Market (Flint)
Northern Michigan Shops
Affectionately known as the tip o' the mitt, Northern Michigan is a huge draw for tourists and therefore boasts several souvenir shops. These stores not only showcase the state, they make a point of carrying products that are made right here in Michigan. My Secret Stash (Traverse City) 122 Cass Street, Traverse City, MI 49684 (231) 929-0340 https://www.mysecretstash.com North Goods (Petoskey) 306 Howard Street Petoskey, Michigan 49770