Sunday, May 10th, 2026
Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Camp Greilick, a century-old park established in 1923, was ceremoniously reopened Friday afternoon amid a small crowd of residents & parks officials, marking its renewal as a community space. Traverse City Record-Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Exactly 129 years ago this week, Perry Hannah opened his office for a monthly meeting with fellow railroaders at the Traverse City Railroad Company (he was a stockholder who helped link northwest lower Michigan to Grand Rapids' rail line). This moment marks a key part of our local history. Traverse City Record-Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A year after Traverse City cleared its largest homeless encampment called the Pines last June, few signs remain of the former campsites. Today, local officials warn that small craft in the bays face hazardous winds until 11 PM EDT and sensitive plants may be damaged by frost until 8 AM. Traverse City Record-Eagle
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Traverse City Repair Cafe
10 AM – 2 PM — Traverse Area District Library — Donation-based — Bring your household items to be repaired by skilled volunteers and help reduce waste.
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Astrophysics with Radioactive Isotopes 2026
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Hagerty Center — Registration fees apply — Explore the role of radioactive nuclei in astrophysics at this comprehensive conference.
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GTAGS Monthly Genealogy Program
1-3 p.m. — Traverse Area District Library, McGuire Room — Free entry — Explore your ancestry at this engaging genealogy program open to everyone.
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Butterflies & Brews Fundraiser
3-7 p.m. — Right Brain Brewery — $40 ($20 for under 17) — Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon featuring a butterfly release, silent auction, and kids' crafts supporting butterfly conservation.
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Interlochen Summer Job Fair
1-5 p.m. — Traverse Area District Library — Free entry — Explore summer job opportunities in a variety of camp roles at this local job fair.
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Traverse City Spring Art & Craft Show
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Open Space Park — Free entry — Dive into the heart of summer with local and regional artists showcasing stunning works.
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Traverse City Spring Art & Craft Show
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Open Space Park, Traverse City, MI — Free entry — Celebrate summer creativity with stunning local art and live entertainment at this vibrant outdoor show.
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