From a distance, it might seem glamorous for an author to take a whirlwind tour around the country signing books for adoring fans in each city they visit. But in Doug Stanton’s experience as a No. 1 New York Times bestselling author, it can be more like a marathon of drudgery as you hawk your wares out of a suitcase. 

That’s one reason Stanton and his wife, Anne, started the National Writers Series. The year-round festival in Traverse City invites authors to a different kind of public event that breaks up the monotony of a typical tour. Each event creates space for authors and book lovers alike to get a refreshing breath of fresh air. 

A Bayshore to Celebrate

Tuesday, March 21, 2023 3:00 PM by Mike Kent

Step…by step…by step, she takes. Somewhere near her London, Ontario home, in the cold of winter, or with the warming promise of spring, Heather MacEachern-Tarasick is on a lonely quest. This forty-something mother of two is on a quest that is measured by every single step she takes. Every step brings her closer to being ready to run her first-ever marathon. After five years of running and training, this is the year she plans to run a marathon. She will travel from Canada to Traverse City to run in the Bayshore Marathon on Memorial Day weekend. 

“Mom to the rescue!” may well be the war cry at home – and at work – for these regional businesses! March is Women’s History Month, and we chatted with three mothers who’ve built thriving Michigan businesses, and, in some cases, even passed their businesses on to their kids. Read on to hear about Michigan ice cream, wine, and chocolate – could there be a better trio? 

Pi Day by the Slice

Tuesday, March 7, 2023 4:00 PM by Claire Butler

Pi Day is when math enthusiasts and eaters come together to celebrate the best of desserts – pie! In Traverse City, it also means plenty of local options for sweet ways to raise a fork (or a pint!) on 3/14. 

Let's explore the Warehouse MRKT

Friday, March 3, 2023 10:00 AM

Located just south of West Grand Traverse Bay, West End Beach, the volleyball courts, and the Open Space is what is known as the Warehouse District. This area is home to the Warehouse MRKT which offers indoor shopping with a refreshing and light atmosphere. You can find a variety of products, from clothes, accessories, home goods. and prepared foods.

Your guide to this year's Suds & Snow

Tuesday, February 7, 2023 1:00 PM by Traverse City Tourism

The 16th Annual Suds & Snow is BACK for an afternoon of some winter fun! After a 1/2 mile hike through the woods, you'll find two live-music stages featuring local musicians, 20 + craft vendors serving beer, wine, & cider, and local food trucks. 

Check out this Q&A that will be helpful when planning to attend the event: 

How We Celebrate National Cherry Month

Monday, January 30, 2023 2:00 PM by Claire Butler

If you’re a fan of the cherry season in Traverse City or plan your yearly trip in timing with the cherry blossoms of spring, you might be surprised to find that National Cherry Month actually falls in snowy February. Luckily, cherries still rule the day in the Cherry Capital with producers making perfect bites (or sips!) throughout the area.

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