Good morning, this is your Traverse City Local Frequency for Thursday, May 29, 2025. If you’re looking to inject a little whimsy into your day, you’re in luck—just a short drive north to Frankfort, the Oliver Art Center is throwing a Mad Hatter’s Garden Party, kicking off at ten this morning. This event invites visitors to explore the upside-down with wild, imaginative artwork from a collection of talented local artists, including Katie Ward and Marti Liddle-Lameti, and it’s all free to enjoy. It’s a perfect chance to step into a world where creativity blooms in unusual ways, whether you’re an art lover or just looking for a unique way to spend your morning.Back in Traverse City, the creative spirit is alive and well at the Higher Art Gallery, where “Layers of Joy” is on display starting at eleven. Oil painter Cathy Engberg’s vivid, expressive works are featured alongside Kathleen Kvern’s layered abstract constructions made from recycled cardboard and encaustic. This exhibit promises to be a joyful, textured exploration of form and color, running through mid-June. Whether you’re seeking inspiration or simply want to add a splash of color to your afternoon, it’s a great local stop.If you’re in the mood for something a little different, don’t miss CGT Sound Bites at Chateau Grand Traverse, where musician Luke Woltanski is set to perform later today. It’s a chance to sip some local wine and enjoy live tunes in a stunning vineyard setting. And over at the City Opera House, the Nature Journaling Series continues, encouraging you to put all your senses on paper in a guided workshop. It’s a fantastic way to slow down and reconnect with the natural beauty that surrounds us here in northern Michigan.On the media and information front, today also marks the IAF’s “On Journalism, Media & Information Literacy” event. For anyone curious about how news is made or how to navigate the modern information landscape, this is an opportunity to connect with experts and engage in a vital community conversation. And if you’re looking for something to cap off your evening, the National Writers Series presents bestselling author Carl Hiaasen at seven tonight. Fans of sharp humor and thrilling, quirky novels won’t want to miss hearing from the mind behind hits like “Bad Monkey.”With so much happening, from art to live music, community discussions to literary events, Traverse City is buzzing today. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, there’s something for everyone. 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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