Indian River Old Fashioned Days
Indian River celebrates summer in Northern Michigan with Old Fashioned Days, an event with five days of family fun.
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Mail letters to the Easter Bunny
At the mailbox in front of Grandpa Shorter’s Gifts, Inc.- 301 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
Spring Fever on the Farm Festival with New Arrivals
Interact with friendly animals like Kiwidinok Yak, Katahdin sheep, alpacas, mini goats, mini donkeys, rabbits, peacocks, chicks, mini ponies, Billie Bob the turkey, and other farm animals. This hands-on experience allows you to get up close and personal with the animals while learning about their behaviors. Cost is $10 per person and pre-registration is required. Pre-register by visiting kiwidinkok.com. Kiwidinok Tibetan Yak Petting Farm- 1735 South Wilson Rd., Boyne City. For more information, email Jim & Dawn at kiwidinokfarm@gmail.com or call (248) 935-4024.
Treats and pictures with the Easter Bunny at Grandpa Shorter’s Gifts, Inc.- 301 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
First Friday Charlevoix
This event includes a cocktail trail, shopping, fun activities to enjoy, and a chance to win Downtown Dollar Gift Cards. For more information, visit downtowncharlevoix.com. Downtown Charlevoix
Mail letters to the Easter Bunny
At the mailbox in front of Grandpa Shorter’s Gifts, Inc.- 301 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
Spring Fever on the Farm Festival with New Arrivals
Interact with friendly animals like Kiwidinok Yak, Katahdin sheep, alpacas, mini goats, mini donkeys, rabbits, peacocks, chicks, mini ponies, Billie Bob the turkey, and other farm animals. This hands-on experience allows you to get up close and personal with the animals while learning about their behaviors. Cost is $10 per person and pre-registration is required. Pre-register by visiting kiwidinkok.com. Kiwidinok Tibetan Yak Petting Farm- 1735 South Wilson Rd., Boyne City. For more information, email Jim & Dawn at kiwidinokfarm@gmail.com or call (248) 935-4024.
Treats and pictures with the Easter Bunny at Grandpa Shorter’s Gifts, Inc.- 301 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
Easter Bunny Lunch and Easter Egg Hunt
Church of the Straights- 307 N. Huron Ave., Mackinaw City.
Frostbite Trail Tasting Event
This event takes participants on a one-of-a-kind culinary adventure through Antrim and Charlevoix Counties. Local businesses offer small bites paired with a 2oz wine pour, a cider or beer tasting, or a sample cocktail. The event takes place monthly and is a pay-as-you-go event with no tickets required. The theme for this month is BBQ. For more information, visit facebook.com.
Pet photos with the Easter Bunny
Grandpa Shorter’s Gift, Inc.- 301 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
Boyne Appetit!
Restaurants and food retailers in Boyne City and neighboring towns offer delectable specialties with affordable price points for both lunch and dinner. For more information, visit boynecitymainstreet.com.
Mail letters to the Easter Bunny
At the mailbox in front of Grandpa Shorter’s Gifts, Inc.- 301 E. Lake St., Petoskey.
Spring Fever on the Farm Festival with New Arrivals
Interact with friendly animals like Kiwidinok Yak, Katahdin sheep, alpacas, mini goats, mini donkeys, rabbits, peacocks, chicks, mini ponies, Billie Bob the turkey, and other farm animals. This hands-on experience allows you to get up close and personal with the animals while learning about their behaviors. Cost is $10 per person and pre-registration is required. Pre-register by visiting kiwidinkok.com. Kiwidinok Tibetan Yak Petting Farm- 1735 South Wilson Rd., Boyne City. For more information, email Jim & Dawn at kiwidinokfarm@gmail.com or call (248) 935-4024.
Business Expo & Taste of Boyne
This annual event includes about 60 exhibitor booths from area businesses and organizations, food, networking, and music. Admission is $10 per person. For more information, visit boynechamber.com.
Easter Egg Hunt
Children ages 0-8 will have their egg hunt in Washington Park and kids 9 and up will have theirs in Major City Park. All children are encouraged to bring their own Easter baskets to collect eggs. Hosted by Cheboygan Main Street-Downtown Development Authority. Washington Park- E. Elm St. Major City Park- 1101 N. Huron St., Cheboygan.
Easter Egg Hunt with visit from the Easter Bunny
Children of all ages are welcome and bags will be provided to collect eggs. Zorn Park- 151 E. Bay St., Harbor Springs
Easter Luncheon & Egg Hunt
Luncheon from 11am-1:30pm. Egg Hunt from 2-3pm. Age groups are: 2 and under, 3-4 years, 5-6 years, and 7-10 years. The hunt will include 4500 prize-filled eggs. Please bring your own basket to collect eggs. Hosted by Charlevoix State Band and the Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce. Charlevoix at East Park- 400 Bridge St., Charlevoix.
Arbor Day Celebration
The Friends of the Historic Commons celebrate Spring and the ongoing care of the Munson Arboretum. You can even try your hand at tree propagation with your own willow cutting to take home. The Village at Grand Traverse Commons- 830 Cottageview Dr. Suite 1011, Traverse City. RSVP by email to info@friendsofhistoriccommons.org.
Rotary Club of East Jordan Father-Son Banquet
The event includes dinner, dessert, 50/50 raffles, entertainment, and more. Tickets are $12 for adults and $7 for students. East Jordan High School Auditorium- 101 Maple St., East Jordan.
East Jordan Elementary School Kindergarten Round Up
Children who turn 4 on or before December 1st, 2025, are eligible to enroll. Parents should bring the child’s birth certificate and a copy of their 2024 income tax W2 form or other current income verification. For more information, call (231) 536-7564.
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