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12 things to do in Michigan in May

Kids and their teachers are ready to leave school, cherry blossoms are popping, and boats are starting to hit the lakes, so summer is right around the corner. Get an early start on your fun in the sun with our 12 things to do in Michigan in May. May 2 Lighthouse Grand Reopening – Tawas After extensive restoration work, the Tawas Point Lighthouse is set to

By |May 1st, 2024|

Sweet Michigan maple weekends return

While 2024’s harvest season was short, due to warmer temperatures, Michigan maintained its ranking as #5 in the nation for the overall production at 200,000 gallons collected from 650,000 taps according to the United States department of Agriculture (USDA). Over the past 14 years, Michigan has produced nearly 2 million gallons of syrup in what is regarded as the state’s oldest agricultural activity dating back to

By |March 6th, 2024|

Buy Michigan Now Festival Exhibitor Rules

EVENT: The Buy Michigan Now Festival is scheduled to be held in Downtown South Lyon, Michigan, August 1-3, 2025, regardless of weather. ELIGIBLE EXHIBITORS: Buy Michigan Now (a.k.a. The Catalyst Company, LLC) reserves the right to determine if an organization will be able to participate, or sell a particular product. All applications will be reviewed and applicants will receive written notification if eligibility is denied. Priority

By |February 22nd, 2024|

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

By |January 31st, 2024|

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?

By |January 2nd, 2024|
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