Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of May.
Good morning, Traverse City.
American Legion Reed Osborne Post 531 in Copemish will honor fallen comrades on Memorial Day (Monday, May 25) by saluting twelve times and reciting 'In Flanders Fields' by John McCrae.
About 250 community members visited Central Grade School on Wednesday to reconnect with cherished memories before it will close for three years for renovations.
Susan Odgers, a longtime Traverse City educator and community member, completed an online caregiving course earlier this month at Pacific University Oregon’s Body Chronicles certificate program (The Craft of Caregiving).
Her experience spans 37 years in teaching and advocacy and 50 years as a wheelchair user.
Traverse City's Water/Wastewater Maintenance Division is replacing galvanized water lines once connected to lead on E.
15th, E. 16th, W. 16th, and S. Union; lane and sidewalk closures are planned and the project will finish this fall.
More than 8,000 runners raced in the 44th annual Bayshore Marathon today from Northwestern Michigan College to Traverse City Central High School (the event benefits local grants and scholarships).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Grand Traverse AKC All-Breed Dog Show
June 12-14 — Northwestern Michigan Fairgrounds — Entry fee varies — Experience a weekend of all-breed dog shows including Best Veteran and Best Puppy competitions.
Howie Mandel Live Performance
Time TBD — Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with the iconic comedian and television personality Howie Mandel.
Pegtown Group Meeting
8:00–9:00 p.m. — Pegtown Station — Free entry — Join an engaging support group for alcohol addiction recovery in a welcoming environment.
Paint Grand Traverse Festival
All day — Crooked Tree Arts Center — Free entry — Celebrate the beauty of Northern Michigan through a week-long plein air painting competition featuring national artists.
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