Good morning, Traverse City.

Bryan Fast, who worked in local restaurants from Harbor Shores to That’sa Pizza, opened Elberta Pizza Co with his partner—marking a dream come true as they bring fresh pizza to local customers.

Their new pizzeria will serve the community with a menu built on years of restaurant experience.

Everett Howell, a Greenspire High School Class of 2025 co-valedictorian, recalls his high school days each time he sees the two linden trees in his yard — they grew strong despite challenges when the new charter school opened in 2021.

His academic record includes a 4.0 GPA and early graduation.

A severe thunderstorm hit parts of northern Michigan Saturday morning, dropping dime to quarter sized hail in Traverse City, Williamsburg and Maple City, knocking down a 50-foot tree in Cedar and causing some street flooding in Traverse City.

Later Saturday through Monday, a heat dome will build — temperatures will reach the upper-80s in the north and mid-90s in the south with a heat index near 100 — before cooler weather returns Tuesday.

Traverse City leaders approved a design contract with planning firm Beckett and Raeder Inc. to update plans for a new pavilion at the Sara Hardy Farmers Market after more than a decade of planning—initial proposals were presented in early 2018.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Clint Weaner Live Performance

6-9 p.m. — Broomstack Kitchen and Taphouse — Check out an evening of live music and great food.

Black Star Farms Estate & Wine Tour

11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Black Star Farms Winery and Inn — Price details not provided — Explore the scenic beauty and history of the vineyard and wine cave on a guided tour.