
Plow Day at Ruby Ellen Farm ~ Sunday, May 19th
Draft horse plowing, Wagon rides, harnessing and other demos, museums, hands-on activities, free seedlings for kids, a miniature horse, Model A from the Leelanau Historical Society, will be showcased.

The Brief but Thrilling Saga of Empire’s Sugar Bear
The Glen Arbor Sun shared this video of a VERY persistent bear that made off with a 50-pound bag of sugar & also apparently has a taste for chicken

Know Who Needs a Happy Earth Day?
James is an Empire-based photographer who shared this barred owl - based in parts unknown - along with some other great pics to wish everyone a happy Earth Day!

Out of the Winter, Into the Light
Mark shared this last week saying that driving the back roads is his favorite thing to do.

Sleeping Bear Antique Apple Pruning Workshop
The workshop will focus on maintenance of neglected apple trees and how to bring them back into production and maintain their health.

Star Trails over the DH Day Barn
Kristina shared this photo of the D.H. Day Farm in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore back in November of 2015.

Will a “Floating Wine Festival” save the day in Leland?
A secretive committee calling themselves only "The Friends of Bruce" announced an innovative, eleventh hour that just might save the 2024 Leland Wine & Food Festival.

Spring Break with Sleeping Bear
Spring break is here! If you & your kids are too, the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore has a fun lineup of activities you can check out.

Forum: The Gender Pay Gap and How to Close It ~ Wed, March 6
In 2024, it is hard to believe the Gender Pay Gap still exists. But it does and Michigan ranks 37th among states. In Michigan, women are making 22 cents less per dollar earned by men.

2024 Leland Wine Festival Cancelled
The 2025 Leland Wine & Food Festival takes place Saturday, June 14

Sleeping Bear Dunes Star Party this Saturday!
Join park rangers and astronomers from the Grand Traverse Astronomical Society at the Dune Climb parking lot for Star Parties. Click for schedule!

Super Blue Moon over Northport Bay
Did you get a chance to see the moon last night? If not, Mark has you covered!!
