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With the arrival of a new year, comes a renewed energy. A time to escape the mundane day-to-day for something refreshing and relaxing — including a visit to one of Michigan’s noted destination hotel and resort spas.

Tucked into the wooded hillside just east of Harbor Springs, Boyne Highlands tallies the most skiable acres in Michigan on its 55 downhill runs.

In Michigan, Meijer has become a household name. A homegrown company rich in tradition, value and a growing dedication to local.

Michigan is often referred to as the "Mitten of Plenty" — and as we head into the fall harvest season it’s the perfect time to reflect and give thanks to the state’s thriving agricultural bounty.

In today’s world, consumers are bombarded with thousands of branding messages every day. Planners, exhibitors and promoters need to think outside the cube when choosing a unique element for their event, and the more interactive, the better. Ice may be temporary, but with all the creative ways this old standby is being used, it’s sure to leave a lasting impression.

You either believe in ghosts — or you don’t Right? I guess, I personally believe in the theory of spirits — and if nothing else, the stories are exciting to share.

Long before chain restaurants inundated our lifestyles, chefs from around the globe relied on their local farmers to supply fresh produce, meats, cheeses, breads and other edibles to develop their menus. Thankfully, this philosophy of sourcing locally has become more common for restaurants seeking to offer an authentic culinary experience.

Hollywood Celebrities Carter Oosterhouse and Amy Smart Tie the Knot in Classic Rustic Fashion on Northern Michigan’s Old Mission Peninsula.

Like a scene out of a 1950s-era movie, Michigan drive-ins still serve up frosty mugs of foamy root beer along with juicy burgers and fries in red plastic baskets. Here, hungry patrons push aside their dietary restrictions and dig into fare as nostalgic as it is flavorful.

It’s summertime…and that means the return of fresh-grown produce, harvested by local growers and brought to you at dozens of historic farmers markets around the state. Michigan is the second-most agriculturally diverse state in the country, ranking among the top for growing everything from asparagus to cherries to peaches to zucchini. Add to that, locally crafted cheeses, meats, honey, breads and more, and it’s no wonder that our farmers markets are among the hottest — and sweetest — summer destinations!

The earliest known picture postcard was a hand-painted design — posted with a “Penny Black Stamp” in London, to the writer Theodore Hook in 1840. The Penny Black was the world’s first adhesive postage stamp — issued on May 1, 1840. Displaying a portrait of Queen Victoria, it was primarily black in color and was one cent — thus, it became known as the Penny Black.

I’ve been hitting antique fairs and flea markets since I was in college—intrigued by the reuse of quaint pieces of furniture that told a story, as well
as served a purpose. Today, I’ve added the online market of eBay to my shopping repertoire, taking my treasure hunting to the virtual realm.

It’s no secret…I LOVE Michigan! I love the winding back country roads, the Mighty Mackinac Bridge and the thriving urban centers. I love the sitting outside on Elbow-to-elbow with a favorite little-seen cousin or family members too often split by conflicting schedules, nothing much beats a mind-bending Scrabble match, spirited checkers tournament or competitive carrom game played on the screen porch.