Good morning, this is your Traverse City Local Frequency for Saturday, February 8, 2025. Today is packed with exciting events and activities in and around Traverse City. If you're looking for something to do, the Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College is hosting two notable exhibitions. The "Small Expressions" exhibit showcases contemporary small-scale works using fiber techniques, while the "Northwest Michigan Regional Juried Exhibition" features artwork made by regional artists over the last year, juried by an arts professional outside of the region. Both exhibitions are open from 11 AM to 4 PM and run through May 25[3][5].For outdoor enthusiasts, the 2025 North American Vasa is a two-day event featuring Nordic skiing, fat tire biking, and snowshoeing. If you're interested in a more leisurely outdoor activity, consider the Leelanau State Park Snowshoe Hike or the Candlelight Hike at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, both happening today.In other local news, the Cadillac City Council recently held a hostile meeting as PFAS concerns continue to grow. The council is set to discuss mandatory public water connections to combat PFAS levels. Additionally, nearly 500 Traverse City Area Public School students are experiencing homelessness, highlighting a pressing issue in our community[1].On a lighter note, the Hart Winterfest is happening today, featuring a Classic/Vintage Snowmobile Show & Swap Meet, a Soup Walk, and a Golf Outing. For more information, visit takemetohart.org/winterfest. If you're in the mood for some live music, the Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts in Manistee is hosting a benefit event with Great Lakes Brass, and the City Opera House in Traverse City has performances of "Hollywood Revisited" and "Interlochen in Town: Singer-Songwriter Showcase"[2].For families, the Ludington State Park is hosting a Lantern-Lit Event, where you can walk along the trail lit by lanterns and enjoy a bonfire at the amphitheater. The Radiant Church in Ludington is also hosting a Winter Wonderland Daddy/Daughter Dance, complete with dinner, photos, dancing, and a glow party.Finally, don't forget about Traverse City Restaurant Week, where participating restaurants offer a three-course dinner menu for $25, $35, or $45 per person. It's a great opportunity to try new food and places.This has been Traverse City Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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