Good morning, Traverse City.

Traverse City's Sarah Hardy Farmers Market is accepting vendor applications for its season opening on May 2 with nearly 100 vendors expected.

The Downtown Development Authority will break ground on a new pavilion in July to provide year-round shelter, with a ribbon cutting planned for fall.

Crooked Tree Arts Center is hosting a youth art exhibit that sparks creativity + it will lead into the planned ninth annual Paint Grand Traverse festival, featuring artists from across the region this spring.

Traverse City Area Public Schools reached its six snow day limit amid more winter weather — Superintendent John VanWagoner said the district may request up to three extra waiver days if roads are unsafe for school buses.

Leelanau Conservancy acquired the former Sugar Loaf Resort property and will transform it into a public recreation and conservation area—work is set to start later this year to restore trails and reopen parts of the mountain for outdoor activities.

Finnish ambassador Mikkola will visit Traverse City to discuss Finland’s longstanding ties with Michigan at an International Affairs Forum, and event details will be released soon.

Local community members are invited to watch for more updates (additional information coming soon).

Grand Traverse County will soon upgrade its aging septage treatment plant along Ahlberg Road in Garfield Township after the Board of Public Works approved a $193,500 contract with Jacobs engineering.

The project will rebuild two screening units, replace pumps, and enhance the loading bays.

Emergency crews in Grand Traverse County have set up an operations center as a winter storm is forecasted for Sunday with heavy snowfall + high winds.

The center stands ready to act if conditions worsen.

Severe Weather Awareness Week runs from March 15-21 and features a statewide tornado drill on March 18 at 1 p.m. Pet experts recommend keeping animals calm with familiar sounds (from a TV or radio) and ensuring they have proper ID and a safety plan.

Shakespeare Festival at the Village

1-5 p.m. — The Village at Grand Traverse Commons — Free entry — Experience bite-sized Shakespeare performances interspersed with local food and drink in a historic setting.

Aerie x Folgarelli's Taste of South Africa

Four-course wine dinner — Evening — Grand Traverse Resort and Spa — Ticketed event — Celebrate the bold flavors and heritage of South African cuisine paired with Babylonstoren wines.

The Lords of 52nd Street Live Performance

8-9 p.m. — Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge — Ticket prices vary — Experience the original band behind Billy Joel’s biggest hits in a high-energy live concert.

Spring Break at the Museum

11 AM – 4 PM — Dennos Museum Center — Kids are free with adults — Enjoy a Spring Break adventure with a family scavenger hunt and prizes.

Easter Brunch Celebration

10 AM - 3 PM — Aerie Restaurant & Lounge — Adults $58, Children $18 — Indulge in a delightful brunch feast with family and friends this Easter Sunday.

DMC Concert: Thornetta Davis

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Dennos Museum Center — Cost info not provided — Experience the powerful vocals and soulful storytelling of Thornetta Davis, Detroit's Queen of the Blues.

Mari Vineyards Wine Run 5k

8:30-10:30 a.m. — Mari Vineyards — Register early — Enjoy a scenic 5k run or walk with delicious wines at a beautiful vineyard.