by Cameron Smith

Book & Brew of Indianapolis has just announced a Craft It Forward Event. “We are getting excited for this special story-and-crafting event to benefit KidsPeace Indianapolis! Come on out on Sunday at 1 p.m. and learn more about a great local organization while completing a fun heart string art craft with your family. $1 from every beer sold during the event goes to support KidsPeace Indianapolis.” ~ excerpt from Facebook postings. For more information please contact : (317) 288-5136 or visit their website at: www.booksnbrews.com

by Cameron Smith

Spring on Northern Michigan’s Old Mission Peninsula is a spectacular sight as hundreds of acres and over two and a half million cherry trees erupt into blossom each season. Such a breathtaking yearly event is celebrated during Wineries of Old Mission Peninsula Blossom Day scheduled for Saturday, May 18th, 2019 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Enjoy delicious spring inspired food pairings at each of the 10 wineries as well as unique experiences as you may enjoy new releases and talk to winemakers themselves with barrel or tank tastings. A commemorative wine glass is offered as well and is included in an advanced ticket price of just $30 per person. You will want to make this a

yearly event as spring welcomes you to all the beauty of rolling hills, orchards of blossoms and vineyards leafing out with the new season’s potential. Advance ticket purchases are encouraged by calling 231-360-3971 and weekend reservations are needed since Traverse City will likely book out that weekend. Call 231.943.2800 to book your weekend stay on Friday and Saturday or Saturday and Sunday at the Baywatch Resort overlooking East Grand Traverse Bay and Old Mission Peninsula.

by Cameron Smith

Short’s Brewing Company is celebrating 15 years and we are proud to say that “we’ve got you covered” with our 15th Anni Party! To celebrate this momentous occasion, on April 27th from 4-9 PM we will be transforming the streets of Bellaire into an entire block of local love and awesomeness with Short’s brews, Starcut Ciders, live music, and scrumptious local foods. While traveling to Northern Michigan, stop in Traverse City and visit the plethora of wineries and micro breweries. Call The Baywatch Resort to check on rates and availability while you are touring Northern Michigan and the Great Lakes Region.

by Cameron Smith