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Friday, June 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mt. Holiday in Traverse City reopened its zipline this past weekend to offer residents year-round outdoor recreation. Today, Program Director Chris Remy said the community non-profit will host a Summer Solstice Party with a slip and slide and zipline activities—reservations are filling quickly. 9&10 News
- ➤ Two Traverse City residents, Scott Schwander and Jack Franke, are using their retirements to clean and digitize gravestones at Oakwood Cemetery—learning about every plot and preserving local history. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Two Traverse City residents, Scott Schwander and Jack Franke, have spent years cleaning and digitizing gravestones at Oakwood Cemetery (capturing the names and stories of local residents). Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ The East Bay Branch Library has launched a new Library of Tools that lets patrons borrow items like drills, leaf blowers and power washers with a library card—one third of the collection is already checked out. Local classes in October in partnership with NMC will show how to use the tools safely—some items require a waiver and users must be 18 or older. 9&10 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City retailer Karen Roofe testified in Lansing on June 19th that rising tariffs and trade policies are causing locals and visitors to spend more cautiously. She noted that small businesses have scaled back staffing and marketing—actions that underscore growing economic uncertainty. UpNorthLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bryce, an 8-year-old Roadrunner at Traverse Heights Elementary, rides her bike daily to school + local spots like the library and parks after learning to ride at age 3. Her routine trips highlight her growing independence and the active lifestyle supported in Traverse City. Traverse City Record-Eagle
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City is quickly becoming a wedding destination as Grand Traverse County hosts 6% of Michigan weddings, with couples choosing spring and summer ceremonies to enjoy local wineries and bay views. Local venue managers note trends like switching to a separate reception dress and planning wedding weekends and weekday vows for cost savings — marking a new style in 2025. 9&10 News
SPORTS NEWS
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TCTC Community Run
8:30 – 9:30 a.m. — Mission Proper — Free entry — Gather for a friendly run with warm-ups and welcome participants of all paces and distances.
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Sunday Brunch on the Farm
11 AM – 12 PM — Bistro Polaris at Black Star Farms — Complimentary beverages included — Customize a delicious brunch experience with a choice of starter, entrée, and dessert.
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Black Star Farms Estate & Wine Tour
11 AM – 1 PM — Black Star Farms Winery and Inn — Check for ticket prices — Explore the beautiful grounds, including a vineyard and wine cave, on this guided tour.
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Luke Woltanski Live Performance
5:30-11:30 p.m. — Broomstack Kitchen and Taphouse — Free entry — Experience Luke's unique melodies reflecting life in Northern Michigan.
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Luke Woltanski Solo Performance
6 PM – 12 AM — Traverse City Whiskey Co. Stillhouse — Check for ticket info — Experience the unique sounds and stories of Northern Michigan through Luke's music.
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In Conversation With Matthew Shlian
3-5 PM — Dennos Museum Center — Free entry — Engage with artist Matthew Shlian as he shares insights into his artistic process followed by a gallery exploration of his works.
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Wine & Chocolate Tasting Workshop
11 AM – 1 PM — Black Star Farms Winery and Inn — $ — Indulge in a delightful pairing of wine and chocolate at this picturesque winery event.
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Bayside Beach Volleyball Tournament
Games from Jun 28 to Jul 1 — Traverse City Beach — Registration fees apply — Join local players for fun and competitive beach volleyball on Michigan's scenic shores.
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Cheap Trick Live Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — National Cherry Festival — Ticket details available — Experience rock and roll with the iconic Cheap Trick in Traverse City.
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Home Free Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — National Cherry Festival — Ticket info not provided — Experience the all-vocal country sounds of Home Free at this lively festival.
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