Warm your winter with Michigan’s best porters and stouts
Longer, darker days seem to be a good time to enjoy slow-sipping darker beers like porters and stouts. Winter is less about an ice cold, refreshing beer, and more about coziness and comfort. Fear not, even a novice beer drinker can likely find a porter or stout they will enjoy. We’ve identified some of Michigan’s best porters and stouts as a taste-testing guide. First, you may
10 destinations for your Michigan bucket list
There’s a new year upon us, which presents an opportunity for some exciting travel goals. Fortunately, Michigan is a state that is ripe with opportunity. Whether you live in the state and want to go exploring, or are traveling from afar, these unique destinations are so spectacular, they should be on any traveler’s bucket list. Here are ten places in Michigan everyone should visit at least
12 things to do in Michigan in January
Some of the state has seen warm weather and rain, while other parts are blanketed in snow. Whichever you prefer, we’ve got something for you to enjoy in our 12 things to do in Michigan in January. January 10-12 Fire and Ice Festival – Detroit It’s both wintery and medieval, so it’s sure to provide some uniquely entertaining moments. Head to Valade Park on Atwater Street
8 great ways to be an active part of Buy Michigan Now
The year was 2007, and Michigan’s economy was decimated. People were losing jobs left and right. Businesses were folding. Homes were being foreclosed upon. I wanted to do something to help, but wasn’t sure what. Eventually I took a trip to South Africa that changed everything. Afterwards, I decided to start paying attention to where my dollars were going, and attempted to inspire others to do
10 memorable ways to kick off the Christmas season
Each year, Santa seems to start visiting towns earlier and earlier, but this time I’m happy about it. If you are too, and want to start harnessing the Christmas spirit, attend a celebration. Your own community may be hosting a sing-along, tree or street lighting, or a parade, but if not, these are some of the best in the state. Don’t forget to pop into small
5 Michigan holiday markets you’ll love
Maybe it’s because I grew up near an outdoor shopping mall that featured a Salvation Army band playing every Christmas, not just a bell ringer, but I love an open-air holiday market. One of the best ways to find creative gift ideas is to shop pop-up markets filled with local goods. Plus, the brisk air, hot drinks, and festive music make for a tremendously fun shopping