Week of May 22

Now-Aug 25…Downtown Gaylord Summer Concert Series every Friday Night (minus Alpenfest weekend) at Claude Shannon Park 7-10. BYOC (bring your own chair). (Bad weather shows will be held under the Pavilion on Court) Info: gaylormichigan.net

Now- July 15 (or when tickets sell out) Harbor Light Christian School in Harbor Springs are raffling off a 2023 6 seater Polaris Ranger. Tickets at $100, only 1000 will be sold. Proceeds benefit educational programs. Info:231-347-7859

May 23…Veterans Resource Fair 10-2p at the VA Clinic-Alpena. Representatives will be on hand to talk about benefit information. Info: 989-497-2500 ext 13120

May 26…VFW Free Family Movie Night 8pm at the VFW Pavillion – Gaylord. 8pm featuring Puss In Boots – The Last Wish. Info: gaylordchamber.com

May 26-27…White Elephant Sale 9a-noon at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church – Cheboygan. Info: 231-627-5262

May 26-28…Cherry Capital Comic Con at Grand Traverse Resort & Spa. Info: cherrycapitalcon.com

May 27…Inland Lakes World Language Club Rummage Sale Fundraiser 9am-5pm in the Inland Lakes Secondary School parking lot – Indian River. All items sold by donation. Info: contact bheckman@inlandlakes.org

May 27…May Day Mindfulness with family friendly activities, including a scavenger hunt, writing inspiration letters to yourself, gardening kid giveaway, door prizes and more. At the North Central State Trailhead – Cheboygan. Info: norcocmh.org

May 27…Petoskey Stone Festival 10-4 at Barnes Park – Eastport. Free kid’s trout fishing pond, live music, food trucks, stone skipping contest, stone hunt and more. Info: petoskeystonefestival.com

May 27-28…Made in Cheboygan Craft Show in Washington Park – Cheboygan. Sat 9-5, Sun 10-3, rain or shine. Info: madeincheboygan@gmail.com

May 27-29…Fort Michilimackinac Reenactment at Colonial Michilimackinac – Mackinaw City. Sat 3:30-5p Sun/Mon 2:30-4pm. Admission is free.  Recreates events that took place between the French , British and Native Tribes. Info: mackinacparks.com

May 27…Inflatable Costume 1K Race at Alanson Public Schools. Fundraiser for the 5^th Grade trip. Trying to break the Guiness Book of World Records! Info: 231-838-7888

May 27…Memorial Day Parade – Mackinaw City 1pm. Info: mackinawchamber.com

May 27…Stafford’s Top of Michigan Festival of Races at Petoskey’s Bayfront Park. Features half marathon, 5K and 10K. Proceeds benefit Petoskey HS Track & Cross Country teams and Top of Michigan Trails Council. Info: trailscouncil.org

May 27, July 15, Aug 4, Sept 2…Arts & Crafts Shows 10-4p on River Street, downtown Elk Rapids. Info: elkrapidschamber.org

May 28…Cars in the Park – Northport. Info: northportomenachamber.org

May 29…Memorial Day Parade – Mancelona. Line-up in front of Dairy Delight. Parade begins at 9am, service at the Township Library; Parade then proceeds to Fairview Cemetery for a service (NW portion of cemetery straight across from Tri-Gas). After the service, proceeds to St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery on West Limits Road at Downey Street.   Fall-out, then re-assemble at Star Township Cemetery on Alba Road (next to the Fire Department). Info: mancelonachamber.org

May 29…Memorial Day Parade & Breakfast – Harbor Springs. 7-9a breakfast, 10a parade, 11a ceremony. At the American Legion Hall on the corner of State & Third St. Info: harborspringschamber.com

May 29…Memorial Day Parade – Alden

May 30…Rock Your Mental Health 1-4p at Festival Square – Petoskey. Rock painting event to promote a positive mental health. Rocks and painting supplies provided. Info: 231-347-6701

June 2023

June 1 & 2…Otsego County United Way Garage Sale 10-3p in their Community Room. Proceeds benefit United Way programs

June 3…Pride Carnival 11a-2p at Northwestern Michigan College – Traverse City. Food vendors, activities, and more. Family friendly. Info: upnorthpride.com

June 3…Mackinac Animal Aid Association Garage sale 9a-4p at Little Bear East Arena – St. Ignace. Donations may be dropped off June 1 or June 2 between 5-7pm. Info: 906-298-1668

June 3…Free Concert  featuring The Insiders: A Tribute to Tom Petty at Mt. Holiday – Traverse City. Gates open 5:30, food will be available. Rain or shine. Benefits Less Cancer. Info: traversecity.com

June 3-4…Traverse City Spring Art & Craft Show 10-5p at the Open Space. Painters, jewelers, woodworking, sculptors and more. Info: traversecity.com

June 4…Fundraising Event 1-7p at the Center Township Hall-Pellston. Spaghetti dinner by donation, silent auction, softball tournament. Proceeds benefit Kasi Fyke to purchase a wheelchair accessible van for her 9 yr old son Mart. There is also an account set up at Citizen’s National Bank. Info: 231-881-8802

June 4…Recycle-a-Bicycle Bike Swap 9a-2p at the Old Town Parking Deck – Traverse City. Sell and/or purchase an unused or out-grown bicycle or bike accessory. Accessories include bike trailers, hitches, bike racks and sometimes frames and wheels. All bicycles be in ride-able condition. The tires must hold air and the brakes and shifters must be in working condition. Small items like shoes, helmets or clothing WILL NOT BE accepted. If you are selling a bike, drop off is between 6 and 8 pm on Saturday, June 3rd at the Old Town Parking Deck. Sellers receive 75% of the proceeds and the Recycle-A-Bicycle program receives 25%. Info: traversecity.com

June 5…All Class Cheboygan Catholic High Reunion meeting 7pm at Mulligans. Info: 231-290-0608

June 5-9…29^th Annual Smart Commute Week – Traverse City. To promote alternative forms of transportation. Free daily breakfast hosted at various locations. Info: traversecity.com

June 6…Babysitting training on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Inland Lakes Elementary. Includes CPR and First Aid Certification. Registration is free. Info: 2331-627-8815

June 9-11…Motorcycle Rally – Mackinaw City. Poker run, live entertainment, fireworks, bike show, mechanical bull, and more. Info: thunderroadsmichigan.com

June 9 – 18…Mackinac Island Lilac Festival. Lilac walking tours, cornhole tournament, parades, free family fun playground, dancing, live music and more! Info: mackinacisland.org

June 9 – Aug 18…Every Friday “Stroll the Streets” 6-9p downtown Boyne City. Live music, kids activities and more. Info: boynecitymainstreet.com

June 10…Highlander Festival 10-6 at Little Bear East Arena –St. Ignace. Info: stignace.org

June 10…Loop the Lake – a new 4-mile urban trail race following the Boardman Lake Loop Trail. Runners and walkers welcome. $45 entry fee/ Kids 18 & under $25. Benefits the TART Trails. Info: traversecity.com

June 10-11…Free Fishing Weekend – no license required!

June 11…Project Feed the Kids Spring Carnival 3-7pm at J & S Hamburg – Traverse City. Music, face painting, cake walk, games, poker run and more! Helps provided meals for kids in need. Info: 231-409-9227 or projectfeedthekidstc.org

June 14…Michaywe Car Shwo 3-8p at Michaywe – Gaylord. Door prizes, raffle, music, food and fun! Info: 734-250-2676

June 14-15…10^th Annual Mustang Stampede – Mackinaw City. Info: mackinawcity.com

June 14-18…Traverse City Spring Horse Show II at Flintfields Horse Park – Williamsburg. Info: traversecityhorseshows.com

June 15…Cheboygan Business Expo & Taste of the Straits downtown 1-6p. Info: cheboygan.com

June 17…Old Town Arts & Crafts Fair 10-5p downtown Traverse City. Info: traversecity.com

June 15 – Aug 31…Music on Main Summer Concert Series every Thursday at 7pm in Washington Park – Cheboygan. Rain location: Festival Square. Free. Info: cheboyganmainstreet.org

June 20…PACT Act Resource Fair for Veterans 11a-2p at VFW Post 607 – Rogers City. Veterans Benefits Administration Representatives, as well as Veteran Service Officers, will be available to talk about Toxic Exposure claims or other benefits information. Veterans who are not currently enrolled with the VA will have the opportunity to see if they are eligible to receive VA healthcare. Eligibility specialists will be available to assist with enrollment. Please bring your DD214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. It is highly recommended Veterans complete the Burn Pit Registry prior to attending: www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/burnpits/registry.asp.

 June 21-Aug 18…Concerts in the park series, every Wednesday and Friday from noon-1p at the Gazebo in Pennsylvania Park – Petoskey. Free. Info: petoskeyarea.com

June 21…50’s Party 5-9p at the Sand Road Senior Center – Cheboygan. Featuring Elvis Tribute Artist Jake Slater. $25, advance ticket sales only. Info: 231-627-7234

July 21-22…Indian River Summer Craft Show – downtown. Fri 12-6p, Sat 9a-4p. Info: irchamber.com

June 22…Run Lake Ann 5K Run/Walk to benefit the Florip Family to support a local Marine Corp Veteran diagnosed with a brain tumor. Info: runlakeann@gmail.com

June 22-25…47^th Annual St. Ignace Car Show Weekend. Info: stignace.org

June 24…Summer Solstice Celebration & Boardwalk Ribbon Cutting 7-10p at the Hess Nature Preserve – Rogers City. Info: headwatersconservancy.org

June 24…Bay Harbor Classic Car & Boat Festival in the Village at Bay Harbor. Info: bayharbor.com

June 24…TRAMPS Remote Control Airshow 9a-4p at TRAMPS Airfield – Traverse City. Pilots from across Michigan will fly remote control aerobatic, military and civilian aircraft. Info: traversecity.com

June 24…Rainbow Run 10a-2p Hull Park – Boardman Lake Loop – Traverse City. Pre-registration $25 student/$30 adult. Day of $30 student/$35 adult. Online registration closes June 22. Music, refreshments and activities after the event. Info: traversecity.com

June 24-25…Mackinaw City Arts & Craft Show in conkling Heritage Park. Paintings, woodwork, jewelry, clothing, books, photography and more! Sat 10-6, Sun 10-3. Info: mackinawcity.com

June 24-25…24^th Annual Charlevoix Summer Art Show in East Park. Sat 10a-5p, Sun 10-3. Features a mix of art and craft displays. Info: charlevoix.org

June 30…Classic Car Cruise at Turtle Creek Casino – Williamsburg. Staging starts at 5pm, cruise at 6. Info: traversecity.com

Registration is open for the 2023 Run for the Health of It in St. Igance. Includes a 5K, 10K Run or Walk Saturday, Aug. 12^th at 9am on the campus of Mackinac Straits Hospital. Proceeds benefit the Mackinac Straits Health Foundation. Register at runsignup.com or call 906-643-0443

July 2023

July 1-8…National Cherry Festival – Traverse City. Carnival, parades, air show, games, arts & crafts, family activities, car show, foodie events, cornhole tournament and more! Info: cherryfestival.org

July 22-29…AuSable River Festival – Grayling. Parade, Duck Derby, 10K & 5K, live music, kids activities and more. Info: ausableriverfest.com

July 28-29…AuSable River Festival Arts & Crafts Show – Grayling. Fri 10-8p, Sat 9a-7p. Info: ausableriverfest.com

ONGOING

TFN…Harbor Light Community Chapel of Harbor Springs is collecting cans and bottle returns to help the less fortunate at 8220 Clayton Rd. All bottles and cans should be left next to their central trash bin in the main parking lot. Info: 231.347.5001 

Every Monday and Wednesday from noon-1pm Free Food Market is open in the parking lot of the Salvation Army Community Center on Barlow-Traverse City. Info: centralusa.salvationarmy.org

TFN…The St. Thomas food pantry is open on a drive-thru basis every Monday 10a-1pm. Bring photo ID with current Cheboygan address, proof of household income and proof of address for all household residents. 332 Western Ave. Info: 231-627-3167

TFN…The Acme Christian Thrift Store is in need of volunteers 3-5p any day Tues-Sat. Info: 231-267-3002

Now-TFN…Hospice of Michigan is available to help families in need of compassionate hospice care for a loved one. Call 888-247-5701 or visit hom.org

TFN…The Cheboygan Rec Center is open on Monday and Wednesday for boys and Tues/Thurs for girls from 5:30-8pm. High school and adults 8pm-10:30pm. Must wear mask at all times.

TFN- The Northern Care Center is a medical clinic for those uninsured or underinsured. Patients are seen on Tuesday afternoon/evenings. Located at W State Street, Cheboygan. You need to wear a mask and when you come to the parking lot you need to call the clinic, first come first seen. They also have vouchers for product at Goodwill and personal hygiene products for those in need. Please knock on the door for product. Please call with any questions 231-333-3019.

TFN… Cheboygan County Veterans host a coffee hour the 4th Wednesday of the month, 9:00 a.m. at the American Legion - VFW Post on State Street, Cheboygan. Coffee provided by McDonald's and donuts courtesy of Family Fare.

Now – TFN…Antrim County Veterans Affairs Coffee Talks every 3^rd Monday 9a at The Dam Shop – Elk Rapids and every 3^rd Wed 8:30a at M88 Morning Grind. Info: 231-533-8499

TFN…Boyne City Market at the Pavilion every Saturday 9a-12:30p with local meats, baked goods, crafts, artesian food, live music and more. Info: boynecitymainstreet.com

May 18-Oct 26…Downtown Farmer’s Market 9a-1p every Thursday-Charlevoix

June 9 – Oct 6…Elk Rapids Farmer’s Market 8a-noon. Info: elkrapidschamber.org