Alcona FFA Maple Syrup Celebration at the Sugar Shack
February 20, 2019

Super Sweet: Alcona FFA Maple Syrup Celebration Day

Maple syrup production is a strong aspect of the history of the Alcona FFA chapter. However, it wasn’t until 2005 through 2007 that the Alcona FFA chapter wrote…

July 6, 2018

The Revival and Growth of the County Fair

When I say the words “county fair,” what comes to mind? For me there is nostalgia that rolls in as I think of my own Menominee County Fair…

June 5, 2018

National Cherry Festival Farmers Market Brunch is Back!

Mark your calendars for the 4th annual Farmers Market Brunch on June 30th, July 4th, and July 7th!

June 4, 2018

A Watershed Moment for NE Michigan’s Regional Food System

America’s highly productive food system is one of its beloved accomplishments. But the environment has paid a high price for this abundance, especially our rivers, streams, and lakes.…

May 1, 2018

Celebrate the Kick-off of Asparagus Season in Empire

Did you know that May is National Asparagus month? If you are anything like me, you can’t wait for the first asparagus spears to start nudging their way…

September 6, 2017

An Excuse to Indulge: Local Harvest Restaurant Series Supports Local Farm-to-School Programming!

After winding down from a jam-packed summer of Certified Local Food Events, we are preparing for an exciting new fall event that highlights the Grand Traverse Region, and…

August 8, 2016

Just Great Food

The idea for the Traverse City Film Festival was first conceived in Amical, a downtown favorite, so it’s only natural that after 12 years of just great movies,…