Allison Acosta
Discover the Wild Whimsy of Ceramic Artist Rachel Liebler

Discover the Wild Whimsy of Ceramic Artist Rachel Liebler

These woodland works of art are on our wish list this year. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore our magazine library. Want Traverse delivered to your door or inbox monthly? View our print subscription...

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On Thursdays We Eat Ramen. See You at Rare Bird Brewpub.

On Thursdays We Eat Ramen. See You at Rare Bird Brewpub.

A Traverse City brewpub embraces an iconic Japanese noodle dish. Get yourself over to Rare Bird each and every Thursday. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore our magazine library. Want Traverse delivered...

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How We Winter: 5 Outdoor Adventures in Traverse City

How We Winter: 5 Outdoor Adventures in Traverse City

Relax in a sauna, ski at night, visit a snow-capped lighthouse—get outside and play! Here are some of our favorite winter activities in the Traverse City area. This article was featured in Vacation! Northern Michigan. Want more insider tips, road trips and the...

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Remember Me: The Buried History of the Glen Arbor Cemetery

Remember Me: The Buried History of the Glen Arbor Cemetery

More than three decades ago, Linda Alice Dewey was drawn to a small, overgrown cemetery in the woods of Glen Arbor—a gravesite lost to time. She couldn’t have guessed that she’d be leading the charge to resurrect this piece of buried history. This article first...

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Keep Torch Lake Blue: A Campaign to Protect a Northern Gem

Keep Torch Lake Blue: A Campaign to Protect a Northern Gem

A local group is working to address brown algae in Torch Lake in an effort to conserve the lake's iconic blue hue.  This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore our magazine library. Want Traverse delivered to...

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August 2024 Swoon List: Our Editors’ Favorites This Month

August 2024 Swoon List: Our Editors’ Favorites This Month

A bountiful farmstead stop. Locally made custom furniture. Cherry Republic delights in Glen Arbor. Here’s what our editors are loving this month. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our print subscription and digital subscription options. I’ve driven by...

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Rock Hunt for Elusive Lake Superior Agates in Grand Marais

Rock Hunt for Elusive Lake Superior Agates in Grand Marais

The elusive Lake Superior agate. Rockhounds scour Lake Superior’s shoreline for these rare banded beauties—from the western reaches of the Keweenaw Peninsula to the U.P.’s easternmost Whitefish Point. But in the charming town of Grand Marais, you won’t just find these...

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Seek Sanctuary: 5 Northern Michigan Glamping Destinations

Seek Sanctuary: 5 Northern Michigan Glamping Destinations

Luxe geodesic domes. Roomy lakeside yurts. Safari tents on a remote island. These Northern Michigan glamping retreats offer more than a place to rest your head: they’re destinations unto themselves. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this...

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How to Plant a Pollinator-Friendly Pocket Prairie at Home

How to Plant a Pollinator-Friendly Pocket Prairie at Home

  Manicured lawns are out; wild, pollinator-friendly meadows are in. Here’s how to turn your Northern Michigan yard into a pocket prairie filled with native plants. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore...

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June 2024 Swoon List: Our Editors’ Favorites This Month

June 2024 Swoon List: Our Editors’ Favorites This Month

Patio beers and chicken tinga tacos. Outdoor concerts. A relaxed Cross Village getaway. Here’s what our editors are loving this month. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our print subscription and digital subscription options. On a recent Sunday, my...

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A (Slightly Fudged) History of Mackinac Island Fudge

A (Slightly Fudged) History of Mackinac Island Fudge

The origins of fudge are about as opaque as a block of the beloved treat, but the theories swirling about are pretty sweet. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore our magazine library. Want...

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Photo(s) by Rachel Liebler