From films to song, a seminar to champagne brunch, this weekend really does have something for everyone. It’s the last weekend of April, spring is in the air and the flowers are starting to bloom. Don’t miss out on a little Up North fun!
The songs of spring, what a wonderful uplifting way to spend time this weekend. Northern Michigan Chorale (NMC) presents “Blooming with Song!” on Saturday, April 27 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, April 28 at 3:00 p.m. at the Great Lakes Center for the Arts in Bay Harbor. The spring concert, featuring popular music from Broadway, film, and the American Songbook, performed by this long-running community group. Tickets available at the door or online at www.greatlakescfa.org
Spring is here and that means foraging in the woods for the elusive morel mushroom. Anthony Williams picking advice has been proven to be enlightening for everyone from novice to the seasoned pro.
After winning the National Morel Hunting Championship five years in a row, Anthony retired from competitive picking to become the “Expert in Residence” for the National Morel Festival. Over the past twenty years he has continued to share his “Picking with the Champ” seminar at the festival and Michigan libraries. Learn some tips from Anthony on Saturday, 2pm at the Traverse City Library.
Ready for a loner? It’s Euchre tournament time for the Petoskey Senior Class All Night Party. $25 to get in. So grab a partner, bring a dish to pass and get ready for a night of fun cards. Saturday night, 6pm, Walloon Junction Bar and Grill.
It could happen in anyone’s backyard. And what would you do if it was your backyard? “The Smell of Money” is a David vs Goliath tale of one woman’s battle against one of the world’s largest pork companies to reclaim her right to clean air, clean water and to protect her beloved community. The evening is FREE to attend and will include tabling with local partners, food, a cash bar, and a guest panel discussion led by Carrie La Seur from FLOW after the film. The movie starts at 6pm at the Old Town Playhouse on Saturday evening.
Champagne, brunch and helping out Big Brothers and Big Sisters? It’s this Sunday from noon til 3pm at Sorellina on Front Street in Traverse City. Stroll the beautiful dining area while visiting the many champagne & sparkling tasting stations along with fabulous brunch cuisine and exquisite caviar. Learn about champagne, what you’re tasting, and the world of bubbles. Proceeds benefit Big Brothers and Big Sisters. Get your tickets here.
