This Week 02/22/2012 - 02/28/2012
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Wednesday, February 22 |
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"The Caine Mutiny" 25-cent classic matinee at the State Theatre in downtown Traverse City.
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11:30 am
- 1:00 pm |
TC Young Professionals Lunch & Learn at the Traverse City Golf & Country Club. Hear from a panel of leading ladies who have been recipients of the ATHENA Award. $10 chamber members, $15 non-members.
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6:00 pm
- 9:00 pm |
Business Valuation class. Examine various business valuation models and work through real examples to find the value of your business. Class taught by Bryce Dreeszen at NMC's M-TEC facility on Aero Park. $39. 995.1700.
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| 6:15 pm |
Dr. Don Piche presents "ADD/ADHD: A New Vision" at Performance Chiropractic (551 S. Garfield) in Traverse City. Free, open to the public, reservations required by calling 922.0110.
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6:30 pm
- 8:30 pm |
Building Community Resilience in Traverse City: Food and Water – special presentation and book signing by Dr. Guy McPherson, a conservation biologist and social critic, at Horizon Books. More info, 922.2014 or penny@littleartshram.org.
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| 7:00 pm |
Scottish-born folk singer David Francey performs at Sleder's in Traverse City. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. 947.9213.
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Thursday, February 23 |
8:30 am
- 10:30 am |
The Grand Vision Housing Solutions Network hosts free workshop on Development Partnerships at the TAAR office. Learn about programs and development incentives for residential development and redevelopment projects. Register by emailing nathant@goodwillnmi.org.
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1:00 pm
- 2:30 pm |
Fundraising webinar: How to Create a Written Fundraising Plan hosted by NorthSky Nonprofit in Traverse City. Held at the NMC University Center. $12. 929.3934.
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5:00 pm
- 8:00 pm |
Live music with Jim Hawley at Bud's in Interlochen every Thursday.
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6:00 pm
- 9:00 pm |
Navigational Charting Class offered by the Traverse City Coast Guard Auxiliary. Learn how to chart a boating course in West Bay. Class held at the TC Coast Guard Station. $10. Register by calling Dianne Walker, 941.8076.
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| 6:00 pm |
Enrollment information meeting for the 2012-13 school year at Grand Traverse Academy. The school is located at 1245 Hammond Road East in Traverse City. 995.0665.
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6:30 pm
- 7:30 pm |
Registered dietitian Heather Campbell presents a nutrition seminar "Live Life to the Plus" at Shoreline Center for Healing in downtown Traverse City. Simple ways to add more whole foods to your diet. Free. 946.4325.
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7:00 pm
- 9:00 pm |
Grand Traverse Circuit offers a Film Night showing The Marx Brothers' "Duck Soup." Hosted by IPR arts reporter Brad Aspey. Suggested donation $5. 231.421.5963.
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7:00 pm
- 10:00 pm |
The Bohemians perform at Shimmers Nightclub at the Holiday Inn West Bay.
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| 7:30 pm |
Talk About Art with Stephen Kostyshyn at the Glen Arbor Art Association. He will discuss the process he uses to create his mixed-media baskets with clay, reed and wood. 231.334.6112.
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Friday, February 24 |
| 9:00 am |
13th Annual "BOB" Tennis Tournament at the Grand Traverse Resort professional tennis facility. USTA categories and eligibility info on website. Questions about how to participate: contact GTR tennis pro Chris Michalowski, 645.01443, cmichalowski@gtresort.com.
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| 5:30 pm |
Senior Night at Centre Ice in Traverse City. $10/person includes a pasta dinner and ticket to the North Stars hockey game. One lucky senior gets a Zamboni ride! Tickets may be purchased by calling the Senior Center Network, 922.4911.
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6:00 pm
- 8:00 pm |
Family Arts Night at Blackbird Arts in Traverse City. Make two clay bowls, one to take home and the other to donate to the Fresh Food Partnership for its Empty Bowls event. $15. Includes soup dinner donated by Chez Peres. All proceeds to Empty Bowls. 231.421.8085.
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| 7:00 pm |
Grand Traverse Tasters' Guild at NMC's Great Lakes Campus. Prepared by Great Lakes Culinary Institute students. Benefit for academic scholarships, books and equipment. 995.3120.
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| 8:00 pm |
Orpheum Bell plays The Good Work Collective in Traverse City's Old Town. All ages, general admission.
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| 10:50 pm |
"Red State" $3 Friday Night Flick at the State Theatre in downtown Traverse City. 947.4800.
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Saturday, February 25 |
| 9:00 am |
13th Annual "BOB" Tennis Tournament at the Grand Traverse Resort professional tennis facility. USTA categories and eligibility info on website. Questions about how to participate: contact GTR tennis pro Chris Michalowski, 645.01443, cmichalowski@gtresort.com.
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| 10:00 am |
Peninsula Township's EMTs present a program on winter survival at the Peninsula Township Library. 223.7700.
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The 2012 Cherry Capital Winter Wow!fest runs at various locations Feb. 17-19
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| 10:00 am |
"Puss in Boots" 25-cent family matinee at the State Theatre in downtown Traverse City. 947.4800.
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| 10:00 am |
5K Snowshoe Stomp at Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville. $20. Kids' Stomp at 11 a.m. ($5). Benefits the Benzie Central cross country team.
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10:00 am
- 2:00 pm |
Indoor Farmers Market at The Village at Grand Traverse Commons in Traverse City. 941.1900.
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10:00 am
- 5:00 pm |
Northern Michigan's Unique Market featuring 15-20 vendors with items made in northern Michigan. Held at 13692 W. Bayshore Drive in Traverse City (next door to The Silver Swan). Net proceeds benefit the Women's Resource Center for the GT area.
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11:00 am
- 1:00 pm |
Snowshoe hike at Yuba Creek Natural Area led by the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy. Meet at the parking area off Yuba Rd. Enjoy views of Yuba Valley and East Bay. Bring your own snowshoes Directions, RSVP by calling 929.7911.
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12:00 pm
- 3:00 pm |
Pizza Fest at Traverse City Central High School. Enjoy all-you-can-eat pizza at the 2nd annual Pizza Fest: Who's The Best? Ten local pizzerias with 30 different pizzas battle! $10 adult, $5 ages 5-10.
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| 12:55 pm |
"Ernani" Metropolitan Opera live in HD at the State Theatre in downtown Traverse City. 947.4800.
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1:00 pm
- 3:00 pm |
Mushing 101: An Intro to Dog Sledding & Rides held at Hickory Meadows in Traverse CIty. Learn the history of dog sledding, the relationships with the dogs and meet some of the dogs. A limited number of rides offered. Call 941.0960 to reserve a ride. $5 donation.
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1:00 pm
- 3:00 pm |
Total Athlete Clinic hosted by Superior Physical Therapy and Superior Sports Performance Training at the St. Francis High School gym in Traverse City. Open to all middle and high school boys and girls and focuses on injury prevention. $10 per athlete. Call 944.6541 to register.
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| 2:00 pm |
Guided historic ghost walk at the Grand Traverse Lighthouse in the Leelanau State Park. $10/person. Reservations required by calling 386.7195.
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3:00 pm
- 5:00 pm |
Light The Night: A History of Hickory Hills book signing at Horizon Books in Traverse City. Several of Hickory's great racers will be in attendance, as well as authors Molly Tompkins and Ryan Ness.
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4:00 pm
- 7:00 pm |
Taste The Local Difference hosts a Winter Celebration at Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville. Enjoy a hearty sampling of local food and beverages. $20/person. Call 941.6584 for tickets.
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| 6:00 pm |
Great Lakes Children's Museum gala "Walk On The Wild Side" at the City Opera House.
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| 8:00 pm |
The Marcus Roberts Trio performs at the Dennos Museum in Traverse City. Tickets are $30 in advance, $35 at the door. 995.1553.
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| 8:00 pm |
2012 Barnyard Bash at the Southside Hideout in Buckley. Features Nathan Schock from Nashville, Delilah Dewylde and the Lost Boys from Grand Rapids, Rebooted from TC. 269.3738.
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Sunday, February 26 |
| 9:00 am |
13th Annual "BOB" Tennis Tournament at the Grand Traverse Resort professional tennis facility. USTA categories and eligibility info on website. Questions about how to participate: contact GTR tennis pro Chris Michalowski, 645.01443, cmichalowski@gtresort.com.
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| 11:00 am |
"Oscar Nominated Documentary Shorts" at the State Theatre in downtown Traverse City. 947.4800.
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2:00 pm
- 4:00 pm |
Jazz D'Vine featuring music by the Jeff Haas Trio at Chateau Chantal on the Old Mission Peninsula. Wine samples, hors d'ouerves, winery tour. Proceeds benefit the Grand Traverse Pavilions Foundation. Sponsored, in part, by Rysso & Wingfield. Tickets, 932.3027.
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2:00 pm
- 4:00 pm |
Friends of The Leelanau School meeting at the Traverse Area District Library (Thirlby Room). Alum, parents and friends welcome. RSVP to janetwhiting@centurytel.net.
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| 3:00 pm |
Traverse Symphony Orchestra presents Symphony for Strings at Interlochen's Corson Auditorium. Maestro Kevin Rhodes hosting a pre-concert talk beginning at 2 p.m. Ticket info, 947.7120.
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3:00 pm
- 5:30 pm |
Afternoon Workshop: Self-Love facilitated by Kelly Forrester in Traverse City. $40, sliding scale available. 231. 735.8338.
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| 3:00 pm |
Peter, Paul & Mary Remembered perform at the Golden Fellowship Hall (next to the Interlochen Library). The TC-based group is comprised of Donna Wilson Probes, Lawrence Probes, Jim Hawley and Dave Swan. Tickets, $12 at the door. Children and seniors, $6. 231.357.5713.
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4:00 pm
- 7:00 pm |
Alternative Spring Break students hosting an open swim Pool Party at the AmericInn in Traverse City. $5 per person/$20 per family. Pizza donated by Papa Johns.
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| 5:00 pm |
Restaurant Week in downtown Traverse City kicks off. 3-course meals at a wide variety of participating restaurants for $25/person. 922.2050.
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| 7:30 pm |
Oscar Party at the State Theatre in downtown Traverse City. 947.4800.
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Monday, February 27 |
1:00 pm
- 4:00 pm |
E-Reader Workshop at Interlochen Public Library. Learn how to use the TADL e-book collection. Free, registration required. 276.6767.
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3:00 pm
- 6:00 pm |
Community Acupuncture Clinic offered by the Shoreline Center for Healing in Traverse City. Treatments open to all, $20-$30. Schedule an appointment by calling 946.4325.
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4:15 pm
- 5:30 pm |
Book club for boys grades 3-5 at Peninsula Community Library in Traverse City. Book selection is Freak the Mighty by Rodman Philbrick. No cost. 223.7700.
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| 5:00 pm |
Restaurant Week in downtown Traverse City. 922.2050.
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| 5:30 pm |
Northwestern Michigan College board meeting at the Oleson Center on main campus. Open to the public. 995.1019.
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Tuesday, February 28 |
8:00 am
- 9:00 am |
Power Leads professional networking group meets at the Village Center conference room (above Cuppa Joe) at The Village at GT Commons. Guests welcome. Call Bryan at Watershed with any questions. 231.218.3285.
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9:00 am
- 4:00 pm |
NorthSky Nonprofit sponsoring a grant writing session for nonprofit leaders, volunteers and board members at NMC's University Center in Traverse City. Led by Robin Grinnell of the Cook Family Foundation. $55, includes lunch and materials. Registration required, 929.3934.
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5:00 pm
- 9:00 pm |
TC Young Professionals volunteering at the State Theatre. Work the concessions or be an usher. Free soda, popcorn and voucher to a future show. Email tcypvolunteers@gmail.com with "Attn: Josh" in the subject line.
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| 5:00 pm |
Restaurant Week in downtown Traverse City. 922.2050.
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6:00 pm
- 9:00 pm |
Live jazz featuring local musicians at Trattoria Stella at The Village at Grand Traverse Commons. 929.8989.
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| 6:30 pm |
Newcomers Club of Grand Traverse hosts a meeting about volunteer opportunities in the area at the Elks Lodge in Traverse City. Learn about Habitat for Humanity, Father Fred and TART Trails.
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7:00 pm
- 9:00 pm |
Michigan Writers presents "Essentials for Publishing Success" class at NMC's University Center in Traverse City. Learn how to find an editor, printing options and e-books, marketing and more.Course taught by Mary Jo Zazueta. 943.7736.
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| 7:30 pm |
Alonzo King "Lines" Ballet of San Francisco at Interlochen Center for the Arts. 800.681.5920.
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