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KICK, GLIDE, BLISS. 6 NoMI’s
Best Nordic Ski Getaways
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GLAMPING IN A SNOW GLOBE
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FUEL UP AT MOOSE & STELLA’S
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Guitar Dreams
TUE MAR 31
Bring your valentine to an evening of virtuosic acoustic guitar by Jake Allen and Ryan David Green.
Women of Americana An exuberant exploration of American roots music, from Guthrie to Dylan and beyond.
WED MAY 13
The Moth Mainstage The globally beloved storytelling institution’s live Mainstage show investigates the American Dream.
SAT APR 11
Magic Rocks! A family friendly spectacular featuring illustionist Leon Etienne’s incredible illusions, award-winning sleight of hand, & hilarious comedy.
Downtown Traverse City’s home for world-class performing arts.
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DISCOVER MORE ABOUT UP NORTH PEOPLE, PLACES, FOOD AND EVENTS.
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These 6 cozy getaways prove that the path to winter joy is perfectly groomed, and you can get there on skinny skis. BY CA R A M C D O N A L D
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When the nights are long, the air bites, the ground seems like it’s been white forever and always will be, we’re invited to a reckoning. What will we do with the gift of winter’s chill? Three writers share their wisdom. BY JANNE-MARIE OOMEN, LESLIE PIASTRO ASKWITH
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Light bites at Grove Cafe in Petoskey; homemade hash gets elevated at Moose & Stella’s.
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