You may remember the state of my backyard merely a few months ago, but today if you visited us you’d feel as if you were in an entirely different place. The garden is thriving and the backyard is filled with green plants and maturing fruits (and loads of mulberries!)
Grow Benzie is a unique organization and community green space with an integrative approach to the well-being and quality of life for the county residents. Today, it serves as a model for other communities intending to foster growth in regional economic development, while promoting agriculture and tourism in the area.
The Traverse City Wine & Art Festival celebrated its fifth successful year this past weekend, expanding the event’s reach in more ways than one. With increased participation and the Festival’s relaxed, expansive layout to the addition of an exclusive Friday night “Winemakers Party”; the Festival grew immensely this year and that growth was very well-received.