Buy Michigan Now Festival Heading to South Lyon in August
WHMI announces the exciting news that the 15th Annual Buy Michigan Now Festival is moving to Downtown South Lyon. View source
12 things to do in Michigan in March
Whether you’re looking to learn something new, celebrate the end of winter, or welcome spring, our 12 things to do in Michigan in March has something for you. March 1-April 30 Butterflies are Blooming – Grand Rapids If you're starting to ache for a warmer climate and signs of spring, then it may be time for a
13 local authors among 2025 Michigan Notable Book honorees
March is National Reading Month so it’s an excellent time to highlight works from local authors that have earned the distinction of a 2025 Michigan Notable Book. Every year the Library of Michigan selects up to twenty of the most notable books. Each is either about, or set in, Michigan, or written by a Michigan author. Selections
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
Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame calls for 2025 nominees
Over forty years ago, in an effort to inspire future generations of female leaders, the Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame was established. The initial group of inductees included such noteworthy subjects as Elizabeth Chandler, Martha Griffiths, Helen Milliken, Rosa Parks, Anna Howard Shaw, and Sojourner Truth. Each year since, a group of women are nominated by an
10 of the most romantic restaurants in Michigan
February may be the month for romance, but these dining spots will warm your heart any time of year. Michigan has no shortage of delectable dining options, but if you’re looking for a romantic dinner with someone special, we’ve identified an array of the most romantic restaurants in Michigan. Each provides not just delicious food, but ambience
10 ideal Michigan winter getaways
Let’s face it, even to those who love it, winter takes a toll. Cold air whipping across your face, mounds of snow to remove, and ice threatening to trip us up, are just a few of the drawbacks to this time of year. They are also among the many reasons why we sometimes need to take a
12 things to do in Michigan in February
Depending on where you live, our state may just be starting to look and feel like a winter wonderland, or it's been that way for quite a few months. Either way, it’s time to get outdoors, especially in the Yoop, and enjoy these 12 things to do in Michigan in February. February 1-2 Michigan International Auto Show
10 Michigan eateries receive James Beard nominations
There is perhaps no more prestigious honor in the restaurant world than to be acknowledged by the James Beard Foundation. Today, there are several chefs and restaurants in Michigan with reason to celebrate. The foundation has announced its list of Restaurant and Chef Award semifinalists, and Michigan, particularly Detroit, is well-represented. National Semi-finalists Outstanding Restaurant: Selden Standard,
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
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
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
Regifting in Michigan this holiday season
Detroit Free Press writers, Jenna Prestininzi and Betty Lin-Fisher examine the rights and wrongs of regifting and offer up the 2024 Buy Michigan Now Holiday Gift Guide as a source for keeping purchases local this season. View source
It’s a holiday gift guide where everything is Michigan-made
Lisa Diggs returns to Live in the D with a host of Michigan-made gift ideas from companies featured in BMN's 2024 holiday gift guide. Visit source
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
Campaign encourages gift shoppers to buy items made in Michigan
WSJM features Buy Michigan Now's buy local initiative and spotlights the 2024 Holiday Gift Guide. Visit source
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
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,
Serve Michigan goodness for Thanksgiving
If you’re going to find yourself in a grocery store buying food to entertain family and friends this month, you are certainly not alone. Most of us tend to eat more during the holiday season, so it stands to reason more money will be spent on food and beverages. An upside to all of that indulgence is
12 things to do in Michigan in December
Not surprisingly, our 12 things to do in Michigan in December, includes a lot of holiday-themed events, and also other uniquely Michigan fun. Dec 1; 7-8; 14-15 Dickens Festival – Holly Holly truly comes alive every Christmas season with the nation’s oldest and longest running Dickens festival. Stroll the streets of historic Battle Alley, visit unique shops,
Fun fall reads by Michigan authors
Whether this time of year gives you the urge to get your spook on, dive into a mystery, or just curl up with an easy read, Michigan authors have got you covered. Michigan's Haunted Lighthouses by Dianna Stampfler  If you've ever talked with one of the volunteer lighthouse keepers at a beacon around our state, then
12 things to do in Michigan in November
As fall colors fade, this month presents a lot of opportunities to walk a popular trail, stroll an empty beach, and enjoy the quiet moments before the skiers and snowmobilers come out in throngs. Fun awaits at our 12 things to do in Michigan in November. Nov 1-2 Holiday Artists Market – Traverse City Do you or
‘Tis the season for winter squash
If they’re grown in the summer and sold in the fall, why are so many fruits (yes, they are fruits not veggies) considered to be winter squash? Pumpkins, buttercup, butternut, acorn, and spaghetti squash are all part of this family, which is harvested and eaten in the mature fruit stage, meaning the seeds have matured fully and
Michigan’s best brews of fall
Welcoming a new season isn't just about a change in weather, it also brings welcome changes that are sure to please the palate. For example, it turns out that pumpkin and autumnal spices can taste just as enjoyable in a pilsner glass as they do in a coffee mug. Check out some of Michigan’s best beers of
Latest class inducted into Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame
It takes a symphony of extraordinary efforts to make a society sing. That's why the Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center seems like an ideal setting to for the latest class of exceptional people to be inducted into the Michigan Women's Hall of Fame. The hall was established almost forty years ago, in an effort