Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
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🏘️ Community
Veteran Bill Sweet walked 116 miles along M-22 over 10 days to raise awareness for Reining Liberty Ranch, a local nonprofit that supports veterans.
He raised more than $2,000 in donations, ended his trek at Veterans Memorial Park in Traverse City, and plans another walk in the fall.
🎓 Education
The Kiwanis Club named Lizzie Harrand, a senior at Traverse City St. Francis High School, as Student of the Month for her strong grades and many awards – she is in the Creative Writing and Book Clubs, earned a 4.22 GPA, and will study neuroscience at the University of Michigan.
Riley Brown, a Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates student at Northwestern Michigan College, won first place in the Prepared Speaking event at the National Career Development Conference in Indianapolis.
🎉 Traverse City Events
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Northwest Michigan Art and Culture Summit
12 PM – 9 PM — City Opera House — Cost info not provided — Explore the vibrant arts and cultural scene at this community-centric summit across multiple venues.
The Big Run Celebration
6-8 p.m. — Hull Park — Free entry — Celebrate Global Running Day with a fun 4-mile run followed by a community party with food and drinks.
Romantic Dances with Four Hands
7-8:15 p.m. — Music House Museum — Ticket prices not listed — Experience an evening of enchanting romantic music performed by acclaimed pianists Hyemin Kim and Michael Coonrod.
Unlocking Creative Potential for Business Growth
11 AM – 1 PM — Traverse City Country Club — Tickets required — Discover how creativity can drive innovation and leadership in business.
Black Star Farms Paella Night
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Bistro Polaris at Black Star Farms — Check event page for pricing — Savor the delightful aromas of freshly prepared paella right on the patio.
Michigan's Mac & Cheese Festival
5-10 p.m. — Turtle Creek Stadium — All-inclusive tickets — Savor 30+ mac & cheese varieties with live music and family-friendly activities.
Father's Day Celebration on the Farm
Fun-filled day for Dads — 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Myrtle & Maude's — Free root beer floats — Celebrate Father's Day with vintage finds, barbecue, and family games.
Black Star Farms Estate & Wine Tour
11 AM – 1 PM — Black Star Farms Winery and Inn — Cost info not provided — Experience a guided tour featuring stunning vineyards, historic barns, and the unique wine cave.
Paint Grand Traverse 2025
10 AM – 8 PM — Crooked Tree Arts Center - Traverse City — Check event details for entry cost — Celebrate art in nature at this annual plein air painting festival.
Ladies Night Dance Party with 1Wave DJs
9 PM - 2 AM — Union Street Station — Entry not specified — Dance the night away with great music and vibrant energy at this exciting weekly event.
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