Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of November.
Good morning, Traverse City.
🏘️ Community
Food pantries in northern Michigan are seeing more families need help as the holiday season nears.
Sinclair is working with Feeding America to support BACN in Benzie County—staff say over 150 new households have been helped recently and 500 turkeys have been bought for Thanksgiving, with plans to serve over 1,000 households this year.
💼 Business
After five nights of killing frost ended their green bean crop, Alan and Fran Jones at Greenrock Farm donated their remaining produce to the local food bank.
They have wrapped up the harvest and are now preparing the farm for next year's season + tackling overdue repairs on their home.
🏥 Health
Munson Medical Center received a $2.5 million grant from HRSA to boost its street medicine training program that helps care for people experiencing homelessness.
The five-year project will expand research, build an advisory board, and strengthen partnerships with Traverse Health Clinic and Goodwill — ensuring vulnerable residents get the care they need.
Tanya McClendon, a local cook who lost her son after he struggled with opioids, is putting together care packages featuring her Pumpkin Chai Cookies—designed to bring comfort to people facing hard times.
She plans to share them with community members in Traverse City to help them heal.
🎉 Traverse City Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Visible Mending Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Dennos Museum Center — Materials provided — Learn creative sewing techniques while mending garments or making soft-sculptures from scrap fabric.
Make Your Own Fresh Holiday Wreath
10 AM – 12 PM — The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park — Tickets limited — Create a handcrafted wreath using fresh evergreens and natural accents to celebrate the holiday season.
Men's Night Shopping Event
5-9 p.m. — Downtown Traverse City Association — Free entry — A festive shopping night dedicated to men with exclusive holiday deals and surprises.
The Bergamot - A South Shore Christmas
7:30-10:30 p.m. — City Opera House — Cost info not provided — Experience soaring harmonies and heartwarming stories at this beloved Christmas tradition.
Christmas in the Village 2025
3-6 p.m. / 11 a.m.-2 p.m. — The Village at Grand Traverse Commons — Free entry — Celebrate the season with festive activities, shopping specials, and visits with Santa.
DMC Concert: Mr. Sun
6-7:30 p.m. — Dennos Museum Center — Ticket info available — Experience the innovative sound of supergroup Mr. Sun reimagining classical works through American roots music.
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