Good morning, Traverse City.

The Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market runs May through October and offers fresh regional produce at the corner of Cass Street and East Grandview Parkway (open from 7:30 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays and Saturdays).

Garage sales mark summer in Traverse City as residents hunt for bargains among used items (a longstanding tradition that unites the community).

Parent company Groupe Beneteau announced Monday that production at the Cadillac boat plant will end in August as it seeks a buyer, affecting 232 employees who are meeting with managers about severance and benefits.

The decision follows a nearly 30% decline in orders for its boat brands.

Grand Traverse Scene magazine's Summer I 2026 issue features a Regional Reads piece that explores Michigan inspirations from state constitution-making to outdoor adventures.

Free copies are available at area hotels, visitor centers, chambers of commerce, and the Record-Eagle building at 1764 Forest Ridge Drive.

A historic U.S. Coast Guard helicopter has arrived at the Legacy Aviation Learning Center in Traverse City for a multi-year restoration that gives students hands-on training while preserving a lifesaving asset — including overcoming challenges like corrosion and missing manuals.

The North Sky Raptor Sanctuary released two rehabilitated American kestrels back into the wild Monday evening in Grand Traverse County after extensive care.

Grand Traverse County commissioners will be asked to approve a budget of up to $25,000 for events recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 100th National Cherry Festival.

The proposed Day of Service and Celebration is set for July 8.

Traverse City council approved a PILOT deal on June 15 for the 520 Railroad project by John Socks and ShoreNorth.

The four-story, 1.5-acre development will include 47 one-bedroom and 10 two-bedroom workforce units — 18 market-rate units and will begin construction later this year with completion in 2027.

Traverse City West junior quarterback Brayden Tillman, six-foot-four, earned offers from six MAC teams and Power Four schools including Wisconsin, Purdue and Florida State after leading his team to the playoffs.

He will attend camps today at the University of Michigan and Michigan State.

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.

Vertical Limit Band at Jacob's Farm

6-10 p.m. — Jacob's Farm TC — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of rock, blues, and funk with Vertical Limit, a talented band from Oceanside now in Traverse City.

KC and The Sunshine Band & The Spinners Concert

6-9 p.m. — National Cherry Festival — Ticket prices vary — Dance to the iconic disco and soul hits of KC and The Sunshine Band and The Spinners.

The Fray Concert

6-9 p.m. — Pepsi Bayside Music Stage — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of uplifting music with The Fray at the National Cherry Festival.