Good morning, Traverse City.

Officials from Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear (now Sleeping Bear Forever) announced Friday that the organization rebranded to boost support, partnerships, and investment for Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Glen Arbor.

The Northwestern Michigan Fair Board announced the fair will become a youth event in 2027 and end its partnership with MSU Extension after a June 4 meeting.

The 2026 fair will run as planned while officials open future competitions to all youth groups (including 4-H and FFA) from five counties.

Traverse City's Project Feed the Kids Carnival will take place tomorrow at 4:00 p.m. at J & S Hamburg on South Airport Road.

The event will offer games, raffles, face painting, and swag bags to support 4,000 free meals weekly and honor founder Tiffany Mcqueer's late relative with purple décor.

The Reverend Jesse Ray will perform across northern Michigan this summer, offering a refined solo sound that blends rock, blues & rockabilly.

He has updated his style from his wild duo days to present a new musical approach for fans.

The Traverse City Philharmonic is hosting a summer series of family-friendly performances that bring art & community together.

Executive Director Dr. Kedrik Merwin said the season will offer residents a chance to enjoy music, sunsets, and relaxed outdoor gatherings.

City crews are doing roadwork causing intermittent closures on Griffin Street between Pine and Locust, Ninth Street between Cass and Union, 12th Street between Union and Cass, and 11th Street between Lake Avenue and Pine until June 19; work includes pavement corrections on Griffin at Pine and tree lawn restoration.

Traffic on US-31 and Three Mile Road in East Bay Township is returning to normal today, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation.

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.

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.

Xavi Bou Artist Talk

4-5 p.m. — The Dennos — Free entry — Explore the intersection of art and science through digital chronophotography in a presentation by artist Xavi Bou.

Creative Movement Drawing Workshop with Xavi Bou

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — The Dennos — Ages 16+ — Explore how bird flight influences drawing through movement and observation.

Summer Reception and Launch Party

7-9 p.m. — The Dennos — Members free, public admission required — Celebrate summer exhibitions while enjoying passed appetizers and a first look at the updated brand.

U.S. Coast Guard Open Ramp - Cherry Festival Edition

5-8:15 p.m. — USCG Air Station Traverse City — Free entry — Explore a variety of aircraft and meet the skilled pilots behind the controls during this unique event for families and enthusiasts.