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MUSEUMS
Dennos Museum Center
1701 East Front Street, 231-995-1028
The Light Paintings of Stephen Knapp. April 13 – August 31, 2008
The internationally renowned artist Stephen Knapp will present an exhibition of his spectacular light paintings. The exhibition will feature a broad selection of his stunning creations in light. To learn more about Knapp's work go to
www.lightpaintings.com
Calculart: Mathematics As Art In A 3-D Virtual Environment January 20 – June 1, 2008 The exhibit features a 3-screened, back-projection portable virtual-reality environment called CANVAS. Created by the Beckman Institute at the University of Illinois. It allows visitors to interact and create their own imagery in planned workshops.
Grand Traverse Heritage Center
322 Sixth Street, 231-995-0313
Exhibit: Memories of the Summer Cottage May 1- Sept 30 A new exhibit featuring the photographs from the archives of local summer residences of the past. Also see a construction of an old summer cottage.
Vintage Fashion Show & Chocolate Decadence Buffet May 4 at the City opera House A fundraising event for the Grand Traverse Heritage Center, see vintage clothing that was worn during the 1800’s by Norma Wilhelm Carroll, a major figure in the history of Traverse City.
Preservation Awards Night May 15 Recognition of commercial and residential buildings and homes that have been saved, restored and preserved.
GTPHS: Trolley Tour May 18, June 15 or 22, July 20 Start at the Grand Traverse Heritage Center and ride the trolley as you tour historic neighborhoods and important places of business in the downtown region. Reservations necessary; plan 2 hours; $10 per person.
Lunch & A Movie: An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge, May 20; That One Summer, June 10
Rich Brauer films. Lunch catered by Sladek’s. Reservations required. $12 per person; $10 per person if a group of 6/more reserves together.
History in Motion: The Soo Locks May 31 Join us as we bus to the Soo Locks. We will visit three museums of history and have lunch at Freighters restaurant. Reservations required.
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The Haig June 20, 11am A tribute at Elmbrook Golf Course to golf legend Walter Haggen. All participants play a round of golf, scramble format, using hickory stick clubs and dressed in traditional vintage attire. Proceeds benefit the Grand Traverse Heritage Center. $125 per person or $500 per team of four. Register at the Heritage Center.
National Cherry Festival: Heritage Day July 8, 11:30am-3pm An old fashioned picnic, including favorite games from years gone by such as tug-o-war, potato sack and cherries-on-a-spoon race. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Heritage Center. Also enjoy the Grand Traverse Metis reenactment, storytelling and the Gracie L boat. $3 adults; $1 kids 12 and under.
History in Motion: Manistee July 10 Join us as we bus to Manistee to visit history museums of the area, the Ramsdell and other historic locations. Reservations required.
Historic Walking Tours Mid-June – September, Tuesdays & Saturdays 1:30, Thursdays 7pm.
Enjoy an historic stroll through neighborhoods and business areas near the Heritage Center. Reservations necessary; plan 1 ½ hours; $10 per person.
It’s a Small World July 3-19 Featuring the Northwest Michigan Railroad Club G-gauge model train. Also from the Music House Museum, the Traverse City Miniature Buildings. $5 adult; $2 youth; under 3 free.
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MUSIC
Milliken Auditorium, Dennos Museum
1701 East Front Street, 231-995-1553
www.dennosmuseum.org/milliken/
Chamber Music North: “Sundays at Three Concerts" Spring Into Prairie Winds May 4, 3:00pm Woodwinds sounds fill the concert hall with the music of Chicago-based group The Prairie Winds. Since their debut in 1996, The Prairie Winds have captivated audiences throughout the United States with performances of the finest wind quintet literature that entertain as well as enlighten. Tickets $25 advanced, $30 at the door, $8 students.
City Opera House
108 E. Front St., (231) 941-8082
Judy Harrison High Impact Productions, Inc. May 2, 7-10pm A night of dancing and entertainment. Swing Shift will offer much-loved old swing tunes, as well as jazz and Latin favorites. High Impact features southern rock, classic rock and even some 80's, as well as the country favorites. Dance lessons with professional instructors offered at 7pm and during intermission with the purchase of a ticket. Reserved table seats are just $25 and general admission tickets are $17.
Richie Havens - Live In Concert May 9, 8:00pm
Doors open at 7:00pm, show begins at 8:00pm, tickets are $35. Cash bar available.
LIVE THEATER
Old Town Playhouse
148 E. Eighth Street, (231) 947-2210
The Foreigner May 2-17; all shows at 8pm except May 11, at 3pm.
Winner of two Obie Awards and two Outer Critics Circle Awards as Best New American Play and Best Off-Broadway Production. An inspired comic romp, equal in inventive hilarity to the author's classic comedy The Nerd. The play demonstrates what can happen when a group of devious characters must deal with a stranger who (they think) knows no English.
EVENTS & THINGS TO DO
artcenter TRAVERSE CITY
720 S. Elmwood , 231-941-9488; Toll Free 866-242-0120
2008 Summer Workshop May 31-August 29 For nearly two decades, artcenter TRAVERSE CITY has been inviting renowned artists from across North America to visit Northern Michigan and share their knowledge with other artists; the program has rightfully earned a reputation as one of the premier art instruction series in the country through its diversity and caliber of talented instructors. Visit our website or call for schedule and prices.
Two Best Buddies Named Bob Exhibit – Bob James/Bob Stehouwer May 16-June 15 (Ticketed reception May 14)
All Area/All Media Statewide Exhibition June 20 – August 8 Opening Reception Friday June 20 Traverse Bay Outdoor Art Fair, 48th Annual July 26 Rain or Shine in “The Pines” at Northwest Michigan College
Downtown Traverse City Association
231-922-2050
Downtown Art Walk May 2, 5-9pm Enjoy a self-guided tour through many interesting and diverse Downtown Traverse City art galleries. Visit all of the locations featured to enter a drawing and win a grand prize.
Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market Saturdays, May 10-October and Wednesdays, June 11-September, 8am-Noon Local farmers offer a great variety of fresh produce and baked goods, flowers and plants. Located along the banks of the Boardman River at Lot B, across from Clinch Park.
Old Town Arts & Crafts Fair, June 29, 10-5pm Over 100 arts and craftsmen display their work along Union Street between 6th and 8th Streets.
Friday Night Live July 25-August 15 Friday evenings in late summer, downtown Traverse City is closed to motor traffic to let people stroll around for music, food, shopping and family fun.
City Opera House
108 E. Front St., (231) 941-8082
Poet Derrick Brown With Mike Moran Opening May 16, 8:30pm Opening Act begins at 7:30pm, Show starts at 8:30pm. Tickets are $20. Cash bar available.
Comedian Kathleen Madigan – Live, One Night Only June 7, 8pm
Doors 7pm; Show 8pm; Tickets $35; Cash Bar Available
National Cherry Festival
250 E. Front Street, Ste. 301, 800-968-3380
July 5-12 The National Cherry Festival will kick off its 82nd annual celebration with a highly anticipated, patriotic 4th of July weekend return visit by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels on Saturday, July 5 and Sunday, July 6 over West Grand Traverse Bay. Visit the National Cherry Festival website for further information.
Traverse City Railway Station
8th & Woodmere, 231-947-1277
City Market Saturdays & Wednesdays from May 10-Oct 22, 8am-1pm Traverse City's newest open-air market ~ a showcase of Northern Michigan's self-grown products and self-created wares from growers, artists and artisans. Yes, “It’s Fresher Here”. Find bedding plants in the spring, summer fruits, vegetables and herbs, plus fresh baked goods and other sweets, cut flowers, and artifacts created and produced by local artisans.
TJ Clark Saturdays from April 5 - Dec 6, 8am-2pm
CHILDREN'S EVENTS
TC Children’s Theatre
148 East Eighth Street, (231) 947-2210
The Bully Show May 17, 11am
A fun play about a serious subject: the problem of bullying in schools. Performing at the TC Main Library: 610 Woodmere in Traverse City. Admission is free but donations are welcome. Suitable for all ages.
James & The Giant Peach June 13, 7 pm; June 14, 2 & 7pm. Admission is $4 for kids, $8 for teens and adults. This play is suitable for all ages.
Charlotte's Web (a musical) July 18, 7pm; July 19, 2 & 7pm.
Admission is $4 for kids, $8 for teens and adults. This play is suitable for all ages.
Dennos Museum Center
1701 East Front Street, 231-995-1029
Spring Family Day May 3, 10am-3pm
Come discover the wonder of math, science and art on this exciting Magical Family Day! This Family Day will explore the enchantment of Light Paintings by Stephen Knapp and the 3D Images of the Calculart exhibition. Visitors will play mathematic games, create masterpieces in a variety of media, and discover how mixing color differs when mixing pigment and light. Regular Museum admission applies. Free to Museum members.
Stories, Scribbles and Wiggles
This program is for children ages 3 to 5 and their parents or grandparents. Each session includes activities in the galleries, a related story, and an art project. Museum admission applies (member’s admission waived) plus a $1 art supply fee. Reservations highly recommended.
CANVAS: Exploring a 3D Environment May 19, 10:30-11:30
Light and Color June 23, 10:30-11:30
Great Lakes Children's Museum
at the Old Con Foster Building
S. West Bayshore Drive, 231-932-4526 (main museum)
Jump to Japan! Enjoy a national touring exhibition for kids and families that explores Japanese culture through the popular arts of anime, manga and woodblock prints, here in Traverse City. The exhibition will open on Memorial Day Weekend and run through Labor Day Weekend. Special hours and prices will be in effect. Call for Info.
Traverse Area District Library
610 Woodmere Ave, 231-932-8550
Live! Music @ the Library June 15 & August 17 at 3pm in the Library Meeting Room The talented student musicians of the Traverse Jazz Ensemble present a free concert.
Summer Stories and Songs Saturday mornings June 21-August 9 (no program July 5-12) at 11am in the Library Meeting Room
Stop Buggin' Me, I'm Reading!” & “ Meet Casper,“ June 21 Presented by Acting Up Theatre Company
Steve Belliveau, The Science Guy June 28. . . shares excitement about science and bugs. You won't believe your eyes. Join the fun!
“Catch the Reading Bug.” July 19 Kevin Kammeraad , author of The Tomato Collection, and A Curious Glimpse of Michigan, presents.
Drummunity! Rhythmic Fun for Everyone. July 26 Lori brings her collection of instruments from all over the world and everyone joins in!
“Gone With the Windshield!” August 2 Presented by Jeff Nicholas This bug infested program is swarming with original illustrations, stories, poems and fun. "Draw along" cartoon insects that will have the audience itching for more!
“The Buggliest Bug!” August 9 Presented by Tuba Tales. Get ready for these awesome (but not scary) giant insects. Great stories! Great fun!
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*Please be sure to call ahead or visit web sites before attending any events to be sure dates and times have not changed.
HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS
All Emergencies - 911
Downtown Traverse City Association - 231-922-2050
Electric & Gas Emergencies/Consumers - 800-477-5050
Munson Medical Center - 231-935-5000
Poison Control Center - 800-222-1222
Silent Observer of Grand Traverse - 231-947-8477
TC Area Chamber of Commerce - 231-947-5075
TC Convention & Visitors’ Bureau - 231-947-1120
Traverse Area District Library - 231-932-8500
US Coast Guard Search & Rescue - 231-922-8210
PARKS
Clinch Park, 231 E. Grandview Parkway, Lake, Picnic, Restroom
F&M Park, 716 State Street , Picnic Area, Play Equipment
Hannah Park, 200 6th Street, River, Picnic Area
Open Space Park, Lake, Picnic Area
Sunset Park, 635 E. Front Street, Lake, Swimming, Picnic, Play Equipment
Veteran’s Memorial Park, 701 Wayne Street , Picnic Area, Lay Equipment, Restroom
West End Beach, W. Grandview Parkway, Lake, Swimming, Picnic Area, Restroom, Volleyball
UNIQUE EXPERIENCES
Shopping and Dining throughout Downtown
Salmon & Trout Fishing at the mouth of the Boardman River Spring thru Fall
Grand Traverse Heritage Center 322 6th Street, 231-995-0313
Museum of History: Tuesday: Friday noon-4, Saturdays 10-4 (June-September)
Historical Archives: Mondays and Thursdays 1-4 or by appt.
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