02/29/2012 - 03/06/2012
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Wednesday, February 29 |
7:30 am
- 8:00 pm |
Community Appreciation Day at Oryana in Traverse City. Get 5% off (plus, it's Senior Day so 55+ get 10% off), meet community partners, prizes including $100 Oryana gift card, food demos and samples, 1% of sales go to Food Rescue of NW Michigan.
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9:00 am
- 11:00 am |
The Children's House in Traverse City hosts an Enrollment Open House for children ages 3 months to 4 years. More info by calling 929.9325.
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| 10:30 am |
Puppet Buddies Pre-School Story Time: Dr. Seuss Cat in the Hat Birthday Party at the Leland Library. Wear your funny hats! More info, 256.9152.
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| 11:00 am |
"Mildred Pierce' 25-cent classic matinee at the State Theatre in downtown Traverse City. 947.4800.
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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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2:00 pm
- 4:00 pm |
Open house, Adult Day Center, Willow Cottage. Sponsored by Grand Traverse Pavilions. Call 932-3045.
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5:00 pm
- 8:30 pm |
The American Red Cross in Traverse City hosting "Disaster Services" training for people interested in volunteering for its Disaster Action Team. Training held at the chapter office (735 S. Garfield, Suite B100). Free. Register by contacting Kit Hinz at 947.7286, khinz@nwmiredcross.org.
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| 5:00 pm |
Restaurant Week in downtown Traverse City. 922.2050.
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5:00 pm
- 7:00 pm |
TC Business News' after-work gathering at Higher Grounds Trading Co. in Traverse City. Help welcome home the Run Across Palestine group, see video coverage of the journey. Wine, beer, Palestinian fare, great prizes! Donations support local nonprofit On The Ground.
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6:15 pm
- 7:15 pm |
Dr. Don Piche presents "Creating Health," a workshop looking at factors that promote health and reverse disease processes. Event held 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 |
My Two Left Feet dance and dine series at Blackbird Arts in Traverse City. A Forro Samba Fusion dance lesson followed by a 3-course Brazilian dinner at Chez Peres. No prior dance experience, or a partner, necessary! Reservations, 231.421.8085.
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Thursday, March 1 |
12:00 pm
- 2:00 pm |
Child and Family Services in Traverse City offers an orientation meeting to learn about becoming a foster or adoptive parent. Held at 3785 Veterans Drive the first Thursday of every month. More info, 946.8975.
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12:00 pm
- 1:30 pm |
NorthSky Nonprofit session on volunteer recruitment at NMC's University Center in Traverse City. Learn how to define your needs, strategies for recruiting, and how to interview, select and place volunteers. $12. Registration required, 929.3934.
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| 12:45 pm |
Boyd Clampitt presents: The Top of Africa (climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro) at the Interlochen Public Library. Hear about his mountain climbing trip at age 75. There is a lunch that begins at noon (reservations required by calling 922.4911). Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and GT County Senior Network.
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| 2:00 pm |
Enrollment information meeting for the 2012-13 school year at Grand Traverse Academy. Emphasis on grades 7-12. The school is located at 1245 Hammond Road East in Traverse City. 995.0665.
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2:00 pm
- 6:00 pm |
Michigan Blood hosting a blood drive at Immaculate Conception Church (720 2nd St.) in Traverse City.
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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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4:00 pm
- 6:00 pm |
NEST of Grand Traverse in downtown Traverse City hosts an evening for candle lovers. New Tyler Candle Fragrances are here, special promotions.
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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 |
Boating Safety class offered by the TC Coast Guard Auxiliary. Class meets in two sessions (also Sat., Mar. 3, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.) at the Coast Guard Station. $10. Pre-register by calling Dianne Walker, 941.8076.
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6:00 pm
- 9:00 pm |
Financial Management course offered by Bill Kumm of Financial Independence in Traverse City. Held at the Hagerty Center. More info, RSVP to Lisa at 231.421.5422.
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6:30 pm
- 7:30 pm |
Acupuncturist Jeff Campbell presents a free seminar "An Introduction to the Benefits of Acupuncture" at Shoreline Center for Healing in Traverse City. 946.4325.
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| 7:00 pm |
Old Mission Peninsula Historical Society meets at the Peninsula Township Hall in Traverse City. The program presents the history of Bassett Island by Alisa Kroupa of the Northwestern Michigan Archaeology Society. 947.0947.
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| 7:00 pm |
The Bohemians live at Shimmers at the Holiday Inn West Bay in Traverse City.
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7:00 pm
- 10:00 pm |
UpNorthTV Teleganza concert/telethon at the City Opera House in Traverse City. Tickets at the door or by calling 941.8082.
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| 7:00 pm |
WCMU Community Cinema presents "Revenge of the Electric Car" at the NMC's Dennos Museum in Traverse City. Free admission.
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Annual Native Plant Sale
Restore your landscape with over 50 species of native wildflowers, ferns and groundcovers! The annual Native Plant Sale is your opportunity to discover the beauty that abounds in northern Michigan and bring it into your home garden.
Where: Boardman River Nature Center (1450 Cass Rd – just 4 mi south of downtown TC)
When: May 19 (8a – 3p) & May 20 (11a – 2p)
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Friday, March 2 |
| 7:30 am |
Regional Economic Summit with Governor Rick Snyder at NMC's Hagerty Center in Traverse City. Event will focus on economic strategy, policy and activity in the region. $20.
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| 5:00 pm |
Restaurant Week in downtown Traverse City. 922.2050.
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6:00 pm
- 8:00 pm |
Chili and Salsa Cook-Off at Traverse City Christian Schools. $5 to enter or just come enjoy and vote for your favorites, $5/person, $20/family. Proceeds benefit the senior class mission trip to Costa Rica. 929.1747.
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7:00 pm
- 10:00 pm |
Strings Attached play live at Uncorked in downtown Traverse City.
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7:00 pm
- 10:00 pm |
UpNorthTV Teleganza concert/telethon at the City Opera House in Traverse City. Tickets at the door or by calling 941.8082.
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| 8:00 pm |
Doctor Dolittle opens at the Old Town Playhouse in Traverse City. Complimentary wine reception at 7 p.m. for opening night ticket holders. Performance runs through Mar. 24. 947.2210.
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| 8:00 pm |
Cinema Curiosa presents 1968 cult-favorite comedy "The Party" at the Traverse Area District Library. 932.8500.
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8:00 pm
- 11:00 pm |
Jazz North plays at Lil Bo in downtown Traverse City.
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| 10:50 pm |
"UHF" $3 Friday Night Flick at the State Theatre in downtown Traverse City.
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Saturday, March 3 |
9:00 am
- 3:00 pm |
"Stuff a Subaru" with supplies to benefit area nonprofit My Sister's House. Drop off donations at Cherry Capital Subaru (1747 S. Garfield Ave.) in Traverse City.
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| 10:00 am |
"Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who" 25-cent Family Matinee at the State Theatre in downtown Traverse City.
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10:00 am
- 1:00 pm |
Pathfinder School in Traverse City hosts a Community Hootenanny. Participate in mini-lessons, go on a scavenger hunt, ride hovercrafts built by 8th grade students, play in a drum circle, talk to Ace the Crow. All ages welcome, free. 995.3800.
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| 10:00 am |
Lara Shurly offers a basic watercolor painting class at Peninsula Community Library in Traverse City. No fee, call to reserve a spot. 223.7700.
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10:00 am
- 6:00 pm |
Winter Wonder Psychic Fair at Higher Self Bookstore in downtown Traverse City. Tarot readings, channeling, Reiki, reflexology, intuitive energy healing, massages. 941.5805.
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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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12:00 pm
- 10:00 pm |
Dr. William Nowak, of the Women's Health Pavilion in Traverse City and a nationally-ranked top 10 daVinci robotic gynecologic surgeon, offers info/demos of the robotic surgery at Little River Casino Resort in Manistee. Educational presentations at 2 and 6 p.m. More info, 938.2366.
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12:00 pm
- 3:00 pm |
Greenspire School in Traverse City (behind Building 36 at the Grand Traverse Commons) hosts an open house for Fall 2012 enrollment. Montessori-inspired, environment-focused program for 6th, 7th and 8th grades.
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| 12:00 pm |
Mardi Gras on the Mountain at Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville. DJ Deck Party, BBQ, games and contests, live entertainment, laser tag and much more!. $10 off lift tickets for skiers and snowboarders in full costume.
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1:30 pm
- 6:30 pm |
6th annual Suds & Snow at Timber Ridge Resort in Traverse City. Beer tasting, snowshoeing, live music, food. $20 in advance (Right Brain, Copy Shop, Brick Wheels), $30 at the door. Benefits Child & Family Services. 947.2770.
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2:00 pm
- 3:30 pm |
"The Story of Stuff" a short film that explores where all of our stuff comes from, where it goes and what it means for our community at the Boardman River Nature Center in TC. Group discussion afterward, variety of local experts on recycling, composting and crafts from waste scraps on hand. $5 suggested donation.
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| 5:00 pm |
Restaurant Week in downtown Traverse City. 922.2050.
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| 5:30 pm |
Interlochen Eagles present Follies for 2012 at the Interlochen Eagles Club. $20 includes dinner and a 3-hour variety show. Open to the public, donations from the proceeds going to local food pantries.
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7:00 pm
- 10:00 pm |
UpNorthTV Teleganza concert/telethon at the City Opera House in Traverse City. Tickets at the door or by calling 941.8082.
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| 7:00 pm |
Dance to Big Band era music at the Traverse City Senior Center. Small donation at the door. Donations welcome.
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7:00 pm
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Tres Hombres Negros: A Black Guy Affair, an evening of art, music and food at InsideOut Gallery in Traverse City's Warehouse District. Featuring singer Heston, artist Rufus Snoddy and Ralph Humes of The Bohemians and owner of Mana. Tickets $22 in advance, $25 at the door. 929.3254.
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| 8:00 pm |
Bluesman Larry Garner performs at the Dennos Museum in Traverse City. Tickets $25 in advance, 428 at the door. Box office, 995.1553.
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| 8:00 pm |
Doctor Dolittle at the Old Town Playhouse in Traverse City. Tickets $25 adults, $23 seniors/students, $14 child. 947.2210.
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| 9:00 pm |
California metal/rock group Orgy live at the Ground Zero Night Club at Streeters in Traverse City. Opening set by One-Eyed Doll. 932.1300.
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Sunday, March 4 |
| 11:00 am |
"Wings" 25-cent Classic Matinee at the State Theatre in downtown Traverse City.
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11:30 am
- 12:45 pm |
Authentic Movement class at the Grand Traverse Circuit (W 14th St.) in Traverse City. Led by Kelly Forrester of Healing Arts Counseling.
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1:00 pm
- 4:00 pm |
Make a bowl for the Empty Bowls fundraising event (Apr. 15 @ the Hagerty Center) at Handz On Art in Traverse City. Donation of $5-$6 (depending on size of bowl). Contact Julie at julie@tchandzonart.com or 941.5071.
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Doctor Dolittle at the Old Town Playhouse in Traverse City. Tickets $25 adults, $23 seniors/students, $14 child. 947.2210.
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Monday, March 5 |
| 5:00 pm |
Cookbook Dinner Series featuring 660 Curries by Raghavan Iyer at Amical in downtown Traverse City. Series runs through March 11. Reservations by calling 941.8888.
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5:00 pm
- 6:00 pm |
The Traverse Symphony Orchestra hosts a "Meet the Musicians" gathering at Brew in downtown Traverse City. Enjoy complimentary coffee with TSO musicians and fellow music lovers. General public welcome. RSVPs requested, 947.7120.
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| 6:00 pm |
Oryana presents "Dirt! The Movie" at the State Theatre in downtown Traverse City. Adults $8, seniors $7, students $6.
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| 7:00 pm |
Threads Fiber Arts Club meets at the Peninsula Community Library in Traverse City. 223.7700.
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| 7:00 pm |
Old Town Playhouse in Traverse City hosts auditions for George Cohan's play "The Tavern." Roles for nine men, three women, and one young man between 10 and 18. Performances are May 4-19. 947.2210, ext. 4.
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Tuesday, March 6 |
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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11:30 am
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"Tomorrow's Leaders: Girl Scouts Today" leadership luncheon fundraiser at the Hagerty Center in Traverse City. Marsha Smith, executive director of TC Rotary Charities and Girl Scout alumnae, is the keynote speaker. $35 includes plated lunch. Seating limited. 947.7354.
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Ancient Order of Hibernians conducting its 32nd annual talent search for "Danny Boy" singers. Tryouts for a cappella soloists and groups held at St. Francis High School:junior division starts at 5:30 p.m., adult/group starts at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m., respectively. Audience admission $2/person. Pre-registration required, 947.2055.
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| 5:30 pm |
TART Trails hosting a community input session regarding the Vasa Pathway at the Civic Center in Traverse City. Share your thoughts on the long-term management plan for the property. Online survey also available, http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/Z5GCBKP.
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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.
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6:30 pm
- 8:30 pm |
The Power of Foods for Cancer Prevention & Survival class at Shoreline Center for Healing in Traverse City. Class runs through April 17. More info, call Sherry at 231.709.2309.
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| 7:00 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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| 7:00 pm |
Old Town Playhouse in Traverse City hosts auditions for George Cohan's play "The Tavern." Roles for nine men, three women, and one young man between 10 and 18. Performances are May 4-19. 947.2210, ext. 4.
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