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Traverse City
Sunday, November 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ COGNiTiON Science & Discovery Center will hold Community Days from 1 to 5 p.m. to collect feedback from residents on its expansion plans. The free sessions are set for Nov. 16 — Kalkaska/Antrim; Nov. 23 — Benzie; Dec. 7 — Leelanau; Dec. 14 — Grand Traverse; Jan. 11 — Manistee; and Jan. 18 — Wexford/Missaukee, with a second event planned for January. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Local bakeries like Old Mission Bakery in Traverse City offered free bread to federal employees (and affected families) after a government shutdown left many without a paycheck. Traverse City Record-Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fleda Brown of Traverse City explains how Billy Collins’ poem briefly mentions autumn yet holds a full Thanksgiving spirit by celebrating everyday moments in a daring way—she believes the poem shows us how to love the simple parts of our lives. Traverse City Record-Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A gale warning is in effect on Lake Michigan from 4:00 p.m. today until 7:00 a.m. Monday (winds may reach 45 kts and waves may hit 14 feet, creating dangerous conditions for vessels). On Friday, Northwest Ed Career Tech Center Health Science students held a Beanboozled fundraiser where classmates could buy candy or make a teacher taste a random jelly bean flavor to raise funds for Undue Medical Debt. Traverse City Record-Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The League of Women Voters is hosting a free panel discussion on how federal budget changes will affect rural health care. The event will begin at noon Wednesday, Nov. 5 at the Leelanau County Government Center in Suttons Bay — four panelists will explain the changes' impacts on hospitals and mental health services. Traverse City Record-Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ McBain advanced with a 28-27 win over Charlevoix and Traverse City Central's 15-13 win moves the Trojans to face Muskegon. Glen Lake beat Mancelona and earned another week while Frankfort will compete for a district title against Glen Lake and Pickford’s 30-26 win sets up a rematch with Norway — all playoff games advancing this weekend. 9&10 News
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Young Chefs Dinner
8:00-10:30 p.m. — The Cooks’ House — Ticketed event — Celebrate the culinary talents of young chefs from Traverse City with an evening of fine dining.
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Toast The Season - Weekend 1
11 AM – 5 PM — Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail — $75/person — Celebrate the holiday season with curated wine pairing and festive gifts at Northern Michigan's beloved event.
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Bell's Iceman Cometh Challenge
8:45 a.m. — Kalkaska Airport to Timber Ridge — Registration required — Conquer the rugged 30-mile race through the scenic landscapes of Michigan.
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Joe Hill: King Sorrow Book Talk
7-8:30 p.m. — City Opera House — Ticket with book purchase — Engage in a chilling conversation about Joe Hill's latest novel, King Sorrow, followed by a Q&A and signing.
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Nathan Graham and Noah Guthrie Concert
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — City Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of soulful Americana music with two rising stars in the genre.
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Traverse City Light Parade
5:30-9 p.m. — Downtown Traverse City Association — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with Santa’s arrival, a tree lighting, and a vibrant light parade down Front Street.
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Traverse City Turkey Trot
8:45 a.m. — St. Francis High School — Kids under 3 free — Celebrate Thanksgiving with the 18th Annual Turkey Trot featuring a fun 5K run/walk and 5-mile race.
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2025 Mac & Cheese Bake-Off
10 AM – 5 PM — Old Mission Peninsula Wine Trail — Ticket sales begin October 1st — Experience the ultimate pairing of seasonal wines with inventive Mac & Cheese dishes from top chefs.
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Dennos Brand Refresh Presentation and Q&A
2-3 p.m. — Dennos Museum Center — Free entry — Community members gather to learn about the Dennos brand updates and engage in a Q&A session.
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