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Traverse City
Saturday, May 30th, 2026
Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local animal shelters are showcasing adoptable pets; a putt-for-paws golf event is planned for Thursday, June 18 at Birchwood Farms while a can drive runs on Saturday, June 6 in Traverse City, and shelters in Harbor Springs (Little Traverse Bay) and Traverse City (Cherryland) feature pets. UpNorthLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City musician Justin Avery has joined the internationally loved band Chicago after first performing at Friday Night Live. He now sings hits like 25 or 6 to 4 and Saturday in the Park as he brings his local roots to major stages. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ At 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 10, the museum's Discovery Gallery will host Summer Storytimes in partnership with the Traverse Area District Library. Families can enjoy dinosaur-themed read-alouds, songs, and activities in the free program designed to give young learners and caregivers a fun, interactive start to summer. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Downtown Traverse City Association hosted an Art Walk on May 29 and will hold one on June 5, inviting locals to explore art. It includes Old Town Arts & Crafts Fair on June 13 and National Cherry Festival Arts & Crafts Fair on July 5 & offers interactive displays. 9&10 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2026 continue today as Suttons Bay Senior High hosts its ceremony at 6 p.m. in its auditorium and TCAPS holds two ceremonies at Milliken Auditorium (1410 College Drive) at 5 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ More than 100 middle school students from Traverse City West & East are studying microplastic pollution to design community solutions. They will join a beach cleanup at Clinch Park on Sunday, May 31, from 3 to 5 p.m. UpNorthLive
- ➤ Traverse City Area Public Schools filled 32 vacancies out of 46 for next school year and will continue hiring through the summer. The district offers virtual meetings, credential checks, and in-person interviews while assisting new hires with housing at West Senior High and West Middle School. 9&10 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers across Northern Michigan will soon test water quality in streams in the Grand Traverse Bay Watershed, using tools + measurements to track water health. The data will help guide future environmental improvements. UpNorthLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Grand Traverse County Veterans Affairs is launching a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter mobile office to help the 7,000 local veterans access federal, state and local benefits. The van will visit businesses, festivals and farmers markets this summer to offer free, on-site assistance and literature. UpNorthLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Munson Healthcare began construction on a new neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) today to support regional families with newborns who need extra care. Traverse City Record-Eagle
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Paint Grand Traverse Festival
10 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. — Crooked Tree Arts Center — Free entry — Experience the vibrant outdoor painting festival and competition in beautiful Traverse City.
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