46 Seasons of the Tasty Bay Port Fish Sandwich Festival 2024
The Bay Port Fish Sandwich Festival is the granddaddy of them all. Since 1978 folks come in and lined up for a fish sandwich that “takes two hands to hold one.
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Author: Michael Hardy
Michael is the owner of Thumbwind Publications LLC. It started in 2009 covering Michigan and the Upper Thumb. Today, his Michigan Moments series has established a loyal base of 110,000 followers.
19 Premiere Michigan Lavender Farms – A Place To Find Color & Calm
Discover the serene world of Michigan Lavender Farms! Uncover their hidden gems, learn about the lavender labyrinth, and find out when lavender blooms in Michigan. Curious? Click here to dive into a fragrant adventure ??
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The Forlorn Pere Marquette Depot of Harbor Beach
In 1878, the Port Huron and Northwestern Railroad extended track from Port Huron to Sand Beach, aiding local economy. The railroad was crucial for transporting goods and later converted to standard gauge. Accidents and declining use led to discontinuation of rail services in 1995, with the historic depot repurposed for lodging.
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Yale’s Full of Bologna and Loving It: The 34th Annual Yale Bologna Festival
The 34th Yale Bologna Festival is back, celebrating C. Roy’s 100th anniversary with an Old Hollywood flair. The festival features bologna-themed events, including a food tent, crowning of royalty, fireworks, bologna ring toss, outhouse races, parade, live music, kids activities, and more. Taking place from July 26 to 28, 2024 in Downtown Yale, MI, it offers free admission and promises endless fun for all ages.
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The 156th Huron Community Fair – A Week Of Farm & Midway Fun In 2024
The Huron Community Fair in Bad Axe is the longest continually running fair in Michigan. It offers fun, entertainment and a chance to see and learn farming life for all ages.
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The Art Of N Scale Trains – 6 Spotlight Questions From Gaeth N Scale Models in Caseville
It happened by pure chance. I was working with Google Maps around the Rush Lake State Game Area, and an icon for a business came into view. A hobby shop, how intriguing. Gaeth N Scale Models is located on Sand Road, not far from Philp County Park and our cottage. How cool is that! Here is my virtual interview with Mark Gaeth.
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Michigan Residents Offered Free Community College Education on over 28 Campuses
As of 2019, only 41% of Michigan’s working-age residents had an associate degree or higher, placing Michigan at 31st in the nation.
The Michigan Reconnect program offers free tuition for residents age 25 and older to attend local community colleges in Michigan.
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Michigan’s Shore Indian Trail – Hull’s Trace & War of 1812
The Shore Indian trail was one of the five major routes of land travel leading out of Detroit and one best known to the early settlers.
The trail begins from the rapids of the Maumee River to Toledo. It played a major role during the War of 1812.
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What Is Michigan Known For? – 41 Unbelievable Trivia Tidbits
We found this set of amazing little tidbits of obscure trivia on what Michigan is known for in the automotive, shipping and transportation area. We are always hunting for others Michigan trivia, so I expect this list to grow well beyond these.
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The Harbor Beach Maritime Festival 2024 – A Celebration of Music, Maritime Heritage and Fun On Lake Huron
The Harbor Beach Maritime Festival in Michigan offers a delightful mix of music, camping, and family-friendly activities celebrating the region’s rich maritime heritage. The festival features free concerts, diverse acts, and a range of entertainment and attractions from July 10th to 14th, 2024.
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