You can hit the trails, and enjoy live music this weekend!

You can hit the trails this Saturday at Timber Ridge Resort or Crystal Mountain. The little ones can enjoy a musical “petting zoo” at the Petoskey District Library, and the adults can catch a Cajun-themed concert at the Crooked Tree Arts Center Saturday night. Then on Sunday, spice up your afternoon with tacos and live jazz!
Winter Trails Day at Timber Ridge Resort, Saturday, January 8^th, 10:30a-2pm
Free trail access, introductory ski lessons, fatbike demos, guided snowshoe hikes, & use of equipment rentals for those new to winter trail sports. Free cookies & cocoa will be served in the lodge. Register at traversetrails.org/event/wintertrailsday/
 
“Little Waves” Young Children’s Library Series, Saturday, January 8^th, 10:30am, Petoskey District Library
For ages 4-10. Featuring interactive activities with Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra musicians. This year’s theme is “My Favorite Musical Instrument,” with this month featuring woodwinds. This is a free activity! Learn more at www.petoskeylibrary.org/
 
Winter Trails Day at Crystal Mountain, Saturday, January 8^th, 1pm
Try cross-country skiing for free. A free one-hour clinic includes a lesson & rental equipment. Advanced reservations required by calling 888-968-7686, ext. 4000. 
 
Third Coast Swing at the Crooked Tree Arts Center, Petoskey, Saturday, January 8^th, 7:30pm
Influenced by the music of guitarist & composer Django Reinhardt, Third Coast Swing specializes in gypsy swing, gypsy bossa, bolero, French musette & more. Tickets are $25 for members, $35 for non-members, and $10 for students. Get yours at https://www.crookedtree.org/event/ctac-petoskey/third-coast-swing
 
Sunday Afternoon Jazz at the Circuit in Traverse City, Sunday, January 9^th, 3pm
Enjoy live jazz with the Jeff Hass Trio and Laurie Sears, plus Chateau Chantal wines and Mama Lu’s tacos. Admission is a $20 donation, masks and proof of vaccination required. Get more info at http://www.gtcircuit.org/