It's the place to meet!  The block of Howard Street between Mitchell and Michigan Streets (between JC Penney's and Julienne Tomatoes) will be closed off to welcome local producers and the bounty of fresh items that they have to offer. Stop by and find everything that you would need for a wonderful meal, from organic meats to fresh fruits and vegetables, and even flowers to finish off the table.  Fresh is always better!

The one and a half hour cruise will include a narrated tour near the Round Island Lighthouse, the Old Mackinaw Point Lighthouse, Colonial Michilimackinac and a view of the sunset under the Mackinac Bridge.  Refreshments will be available to purchase during the criuse.

The cruise will depart from Star Line's Main Dock in St. Ignace and from their dock on Mackinac Island (weather permitting).   

Departure times vary between 7:30 pm, 8:00 pm and 8:30 pm so call in advance.  Ticets are $20 per adult, $8 per child ages 5 - 12.  Under 5 are admitted free. 

Join the Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council for these informative Summer Aquatic Tours.  Pontoon, kayak and a a Little Traverse Bay bike tour are all part of the itinerary. 

All tours are $20 for members; $25 for non-members.  Pre-registration is required.  Click here for the complete schedule and program information.   

Note:  There is no tour scheduled for July 22nd. 

Visit downtown Good Hart every Saturday afternoon (weather permitting) throughout summer for a special afternoon market of local farmers, producers, artists and artisans.

Good Hart Market Days is new for 2009 and brings together some of the best local offerings for you and yours. Enjoy local fruits and vegetables, flowers, and an array of functional, and unique art created by local artists. 

Good Hart is located on the famous Tunnel of Trees just 14 miles north of Harbor Springs.  From Harbor Springs, follow M-119 north or take State Road north approximately 9 miles and then turn left (west) onto Robinson Road.  Robinson ends at the intersection of M-119 and you will see Good Hart to your right.

All local farmers and artists are welcome to participate. 

It's hot jazz in a cool place as the Epsilon Jass Band performs in air-conditioned comfort!  Enjoy dinner at one of the area's fine restaurants and then head to the First Presbyterian Church, corner of Howard and Mitchell Streets.  This is the place to be on Thursday nights!

Join Bay Harbor in celebrating the Fourth of July by coming down to the Village at Bay Harbor for the spectacular fireworks display.  Fireworks will start at dusk, normally around 10:00 pm. 

This year, we will have something extra special, as a laser light show will be also incorporated in with the fireworks display, which will make for an amazing show!  You will not want to miss it!

Don't miss out on this amazing fireworks and laser light show to kick off the patriotic holiday weekend!

Pinky Lee Josh and Me entertains for the dinner hour.  Come and enjoy!

The Petoskey Film Theater will be starting off its Movies-in-the-Park series with the Pixar film "Wall-E" (rated G).  

Wall-E is a great family film with the most impressive aspect being the depth of emotion conveyed by a simple robot--a machine typically considered devoid of emotion, but made so absolutely touching by the magic of Pixar animation.

Suggested donation: $2/person.  Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and snacks and come watch a great movie out under the stars in lovely Pennsylvania Park.

Bay Harbor’s annual parade starts at 11:00 am and includes dozens of Global Electric Motorcars (GEMs) each decorated by their owners in accordance with the holiday’s patriotic spirit. GEMs, horses, music and treats galore make this one-of-a-kind parade an event for the whole family to enjoy.

Join in the fun of a small town's big spirit!

6:00pm ~ Parade up Mitchell Street ending at Lake Street

7:00pm ~ Live entertainment featuring the Atwood Green Band,
                Vietnam Veterans Chapter and Jet's Pizza will be serving food

7:00pm ~ Vintage Baseball Game Exhibition, Winter Sports Park

9:31pm ~ Million Dollar Sunset - Ooohs & Aaahs BEFORE the fireworks! 

Dusk (approx. 10:35) ~ Let the FIREWORKS begin!

An all-American town does the Holiday right!

Paul Revere Run 10-Mile Start (Zoll Street Beach)

Paul Revere Run 3-Mile Fun Run Start (Zoll Street Beach)

Arts & Crafts Show (Zorn Park)

1:00 pm Annual Fourth of July Parade (Main Street)

Parade of Bagpiper

Dusk - Annual Fourth of July Fireworks

Enjoy a burger or dog while strolling through a line-up of cool cars at Petoskey's beautiful waterfront.  Raffles, prizes and food all available.

Registration for those bringing their cars is just $15 per vehicle.  There will be a Best of Show award, 5 People's Choice trophies and a Best Interior award.

This high quality show will feature dealers from around the country. There will be a huge array of antique merchandise from the smallest collectibles (jewelry), to a wide range of antique furniture, pottery, china, textiles, prints and more. If you can't make this show, come see us on August 1 & 2 - same place!

Sat:  9 am - 5pm; Sun: 10 am - 4pm

Enjoy a gourmet dinner paired with unique beers from around the state. Boyne Highlands Executive Chef, Edgar Jacobs, constructs fabulous meals consisting of fresh ingredients and an artful presentation to enhance the night's beverage pairings. Local and regional brewmasters join in the evening and share their knowledge and experience. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres start at 6 p.m. Event is $30 per person and includes hors d' oeuvres, dinner and preselected alcoholic plus non-alcoholic beverages and brewmaster presentation. Additional beverages are available for purchase. Tax and gratuity not included.

Reservations are required and seating is limited to 24 people. Must be at least 21 years of age.

Enjoy high engery country music with an attitude as Judy Harrison and High Impact perform tonight.  The are several great restaurants within walking distance of the park, so bring your dinner and lawn chairs and enjoy!

July 9^th the ‘Pinta” and the ‘Nina’, replicas of Columbus ’ ships will open in Petoskey. The ships will be docked at the Petoskey City Marina, until their departure early Monday morning July 13^th.

The ‘Nina’ was built completely by hand and without the use of power tools, and was called by Archaeology magazine “ the most historically correct Columbus replica ever built.” The ‘Pinta’ was recently built in Brazil to accompany the ‘Nina’ on all of her travels and is a larger version of the archetypal caravel and offers larger deck space for walk-aboard tours and has a 900 sq. ft. main salon down below to view slide shows of the ships’ construction.

While in port, the general public are invited to visit the ships for walk-aboard self-guided tours. The prices are $7.00 for adults, $6.00 for seniors and $5.00 for children. Children 4 and under are Free. The ship is open every day from 9:00 – 6:00 p.m. No reservations necessary .

Enjoy a gourmet dinner paired with unique wines from around the state. Boyne Highlands Executive Chef, Edgar Jacobs, constructs fabulous meals consisting of fresh ingredients and an artful presentation to enhance the night's beverage pairings. Local and regional winemakers join in the evening and share their knowledge and experience. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres start at 6pm . Dinner is $40 per person and includes hors d' oeuvres, dinner and preselected alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Additional beverages are available for purchase. Tax and gratuity not included.

Reservations are required and seating is limited to 24 people. Must be at least 21 years of age.

The Charlevoix Area Garden Club invites you to visit gorgeous gardens. Tickets for the Garden Walk will be available at several area shops listed on the garden club website.   Mark your calendar and watch the web site for exact ticket locations, prices and garden information.  

American Idol's Kellie Pickler will grace the stage of Ovation Hall inside the Odawa Casino Resort.  

Order tickets online for $25 and $35.

Experience the sounds of Switchback as this duo plays American Roots/Celtic Soul with an edge.  Bring your chairs or a blanket and enjoy good tunes in a beautiful park. 

The Little Traverse Civic Theatre and the Association for Harbor Arts will present the Disney classic "Beauty and the Beast" on several of these days.

Exact dates will be announced as they become available and show times will be 7:30pm except for Sunday's show at 4:00 pm. 

Check back here for details.

The Harbor Springs Area Historical Society hosts presenter Ed Meyer, local historian.  Mr. Meyer will share a look at the changes that have taken place in Harbor Springs over the years. 

Admission to Evenings at the Museum is free to HSAHS members; $3.00 for non-members.  The Museum is located at 349 East Main Street, Harbor Springs.

Get a taste of what the Charlevoix Men's Choir has to offer.  Admission is free of charge so bring your dinner and enjoy!   

Over 100 exhibitors in a juried fine art show. This has become one Petoskey's finest traditions! Always the 3rd Saturday in July.

Don't forget to leave time to browse the fine shops and galleries of Petoskey's Gaslight District, too!

From the first time triathlete to the serious racer, this event is open to all! 

*600 M Swim in clear, sheltered water

*19.6 Mile Bike from the Lake Michigan Shoreline, up the beautiful rolling hills of M-119 and back again

*4 Mile Run: flat, fast, gorgeous scenery

Get all the details on our website, www.littletraversetri.com.  Come on up and have some fun at the 1st Annual Little Traverse Triathlon, a USAT sanctioned event.

Join the Rob Johnson Blues Band for this evenings concert.  Pick up dinner downtown, bring your lawn chairs and hav a great time!

Plenty of entertainment, food, fun and of course sensational values from participating downtown merchants will abound. This once a year event features more than 140 downtown businesses joining forces to offer you great savings! This is a shopper's paradise, so put on your comfy shoes and browse the bargains.