Butterfly Walk - Omena

June 5th, 2008

Time: 10:00am
Location: Saving Birds Thru Habitat, Omena
Michigan State University Extension entomologist Erwin "Duke" Elsner will present a program at the Discovery Center in search of night-flying insects including moths, belts, mayflies and many other groups. Plan to stay late. Action picks up as the night goes on. Be prepared for cool weather and mosquitoes. Bring a flashlight. Space is limited and reservations are required in advance. Call (231) 271-3738 to reserve your space.

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A Holiday Serenade: Omena, Michigan

A Holiday Serenade - Celebrating the Season in Omena

When: 12/30/2007

Presented by the Omena Historical Society, the program will include a variety of musical styles from Gospel to classical, instrumentals and vocals, with a lively sing-a-long to close. Musicians include Eva & T.J. Lymenstull, the Boyer Family, Marshall & Mary Collins, Mike Moran, Karen Remington and Donna Brunsma, The Trillium Quartet, and Steve Stanton & Ruby John. At the Omena Presbyterian Church, 7 pm, tickets are $15, available at the Tamarack Gallery or by phone at 386-5529.
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The Wineries of the Old Mission Peninsula

The finger of land that is surrounded by Grand Traverse Bay is home to five special wineries.

Situated at the world's 45th parallel, ideal for growing wine grapes, Old Misson Peninsula is home to five special wineries responsible for award-winning Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Gewurztraminer, sparkling and ice wines. Two of the wineries also offer lovely overnight accommodations at their Bed & Breakfast inns.On November 24th, the wineries host the Macaroni & Cheese Bake-off . Local restaurants compete with unique Mac and Cheese creations paired with wines from each winery. These innovative dishes are definitely not out of the box! Participating wineries include:
Bowers Harbor Vineyards
Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery
Chateau Chantal
Chateau Grand Traverse
Peninsula Cellars
For more information visit: michgian.org/travel
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