Good morning, Traverse City.

Traverse City received a $100,000 grant from Project for Public Spaces for the East Side Social District to boost safety, accessibility and business activity.

A placemaking team will begin work this month with projects expected to finish by November — the grant supports quicker solutions for community enhancement.

The Night to Shine gala returns in Traverse City, promising a red carpet event with fanfare for a special group of guests.

Stay tuned for more details about the date and location (exact plans to be announced soon).

The Antrim County Sheriff’s Office is asking for volunteers to comfort and assist victims in Bellaire.

Interested community members can contact the sheriff’s office for details.

Local food pantries are taking steps to reduce stigma around food assistance, helping families feel more comfortable accessing support – community groups are emphasizing kindness and understanding.

Father Fred’s annual Frostbite Food Drive runs today through Feb.

15 and invites donations at Tom’s, Oleson’s, and Oryana stores (or through the Canstructure Event) to help reduce stigma for families and children.

Record-Eagle announced on Thursday that it is selling its office building (120 W.

Front St.) and will move to a new location in Traverse City.

Glen Arbor Arts Center is hosting Blues Busters Art Play Day to lift winter doldrums — the event invites local residents to enjoy creative activities and art play in a mid-winter celebration.

Dennos Museum Center is set to feature four new exhibitions this year, including Doug Cannell: Selections from Backstories with sculptures that mix installation and storytelling — inviting visitors to rethink art’s definition.

The Michigan House passed House Bill 4445 on Thursday, Feb.

5, lifting deer baiting restrictions during open hunting seasons in the Lower Peninsula. The bill aims to address rising deer populations, reduce car crashes and crop damage, and now heads to the Michigan Senate.

Bay Area Recycling for Community faces thousands in unpaid property taxes but will keep its (U.S. 31) shop as plans are underway to resolve the tax issue.

Tai Chi with Josh

12-1 p.m. — East Bay Branch Library — Free entry — Discover the gentle art of Tai Chi in a community-friendly setting.

Alluvion Jazz Series: Bill Sears Quintet

7-9:30 p.m. — The Alluvion — Ticket info available — Experience a deep jazz night featuring the phenomenal Bill Sears and his quintet.

Antrim Writers Series - Poetry Writing Workshop

1-3 p.m. — Grass River Natural Area — $10 — Experiment with words during an engaging poetry workshop with Teresa Scollon.

Puppy Pals LIVE

2-4 p.m. — City Opera House — Family-friendly fun — Enjoy an action-packed show featuring rescued dogs performing spectacular stunts.

Light the Darkness: A Midwinter Festival of Art

5-7 p.m. — City Opera House — Free entry — Experience a vibrant marketplace of creativity with juried artistry and live performances.

Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Kirkbride Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical evening of music by Coldplay and Imagine Dragons performed by a talented string quartet under candlelight.

5th Grade HB Elite Boys Tryout

5:00 – 6:15 p.m. — Rajkovich Physical Education Center — $20 — Showcase your skills at the first unified youth basketball development program in Northern Michigan.

An Evening with Anna Quindlen featuring 'More Than Enough'

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Traverse City Central High School — Cost information not provided — Explore themes of love, hope, and friendship in Anna Quindlen's latest novel during this engaging event.