Good morning, Traverse City.

Dozens of Old Goat scout leaders volunteered Saturday at Camp Greilick in East Bay Township to clean up the historic site for a phased opening as a Grand Traverse County park — about 60 volunteers worked key areas including the waterfront and trail system.

Neighbors in Traverse City have noticed more foot traffic, litter, and drug use near Safe Harbor, a homeless shelter open all year—local residents and business owners discussed these changes at a community meeting at the Traverse Area District Library.

A Traverse City police officer tased a 45-year-old man from Frankfort in the 600 block of Hannah Avenue just after 8:30 p.m. Saturday—he was being arrested for a misdemeanor warrant for failing to appear in court.

Downtown Traverse City is getting ready for the National Cherry Festival as crews have begun setting up tents and portable bathrooms in the park—work that will continue until the festival kicks off on Saturday, June 28.

In Traverse City, Northwestern Michigan College appointed Jody Lundquist as its new trustee on Monday after longtime board member Chris Bott resigned for personal reasons on June 9— the Board of Trustees voted unanimously.

On June 23, the Grand Traverse County Health Department confirmed three connected measles cases and reported no new public exposure sites — it is urging unvaccinated residents to get their MMR vaccine and advising anyone with symptoms to call a health care provider.

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.

1000 Watt Prophets Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — St. Ambrose Cellars — Entrance fee may apply — Experience the soulful genre-bending sound of the power trio 1000 Watt Prophets.

Pinter Whitnick Live Performance

4-6:30 p.m. — Boathouse Vineyards — Enjoy an afternoon of live music at a scenic vineyard on the Leelanau Peninsula.

Black Star Farms Estate & Wine Tour

11 AM – 1 PM — Black Star Farms Winery and Inn — Ticketed event — Explore the scenic vineyard and learn about the history of wine-making in beautiful northern Michigan.