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What's up Sleeping Bear

What’s up Sleeping Bear

Hi to all our viewers and Happy New Year!  Here at Leelanau and Benzie Real Estate.com we have had a great time producing this blog for you and hope you found it fun too.  To all our contributors we thank you and hope you will continue to send us emails to post!  We appreciate your participation!  For all those interested in this as a real estate connection know that our website www.leelanauandbe…

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Asparagus Festival in Empire MI May 18-20

Asparagus Festival in Empire MI May 18-20

Join the fun in Empire Mi.  The Annual Asparagus Festival takes place in downtown Empire.

Enjoy Live Music, Pig Roast, Parade and more! Don’t forget the asparagus cook off!

Visit http://www.empirechamber.com/event/asparagus-festival 

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Mitch Stevenson Memorial Fishing Derby

Mitch Stevenson Memorial Fishing Derby

March 3rd Saturday @ The Eagles In Frankfort.

Register night before @ eagles March 2 5-8 pm

$20 Fishing on Crystal Lake

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March Happenings at Crystal Mountain Resort

March Happenings at Crystal Mountain Resort

Mar 2-3  Mardi Gras on the Mountain

Mar 9-10 Spring Carnival Cardboard Classic, Slush Cup  Music and More!

March 31 Easter Egg Hunt  also in Beulah and Frankfort

for details visit  http://www.crystalmountain.com

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1st Annual Winter Sleigh Festival Feb 17

1st Annual Winter Sleigh Festival Feb 17

Sleigh rides available @ Benzie County Central High School 10AM to 5PM

$6 each

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Free Fishing Weekend in Michigan Feb 17-18

Free Fishing Weekend in Michigan Feb 17-18

Enjoy a weekend of fishing and no license is required.

http://www.michigan.gov/freefishing

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Free Fishing Weekend in Michigan Feb 17-18

Free Fishing Weekend in Michigan Feb 17-18

www.Michigan.gov/freefishing   No License required!  Take a child!

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Glen Lake Women's Club Art Fair July 18

Glen Lake Women’s Club Art Fair July 18

Glen Arbor Art Fair held by the Glen Lake Women’s Club will take place July 18 at

the township hall.  10AM and 4PM  This is one of the best Art Fairs in the area!  Make plans!

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Glen Arbor, Mi Glen Lake Winterfest 2/17

Glen Arbor, Mi Glen Lake Winterfest 2/17

Glen Lake Winterfest on Sat Feb 17th.

Register for the Perch Fishing Contest and partake in the Chili Cook-off.

All the excitement will be on the Boonedocks 7AM to 3PM

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Ice Staking in Glen Arbor FREE Ice Skating ALL WINTER – located on the basketball court at Glen Arbor’s Township park – on the corner of State Street and M-22, next to Northwoods Hardware.  Ice skate/hockey sticks/pucks available to rent from The Cyclery.

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Leland Annual PJ Party November 24 2017

Leland Annual PJ Party November 24 2017

Leland’s Annual PJ Party & Sale! Friday, November 24, 2017 ~ 8am-5pm

• Special ‘Early Bird’ discounts  ~  8:00-10:00am • Fantastic Sales continue all day!  ~  until 5:00pm • Leelanau Christian Neighbors Food Pantry Kick-off  Nov 25-Dec 10 ~ drop off non-perishable food at any shop! • Fill out your ‘Holiday Wish List’ at Leland shops…   your friends and family will love a little hint. • Join in the…

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Empire Artisan Holiday Market November 25th

Empire Artisan Holiday Market November 25th

Local Artisan Holiday Market

Saturday November 25th 11-5pm Empire Township Hall

Expect to find truly unique, quality, handcrafted items—across many mediums. Created and offered by local artists. There will be a broad price range on everything from wall art to housewares to wearables and more—truly something for everyone!

*A community raffle with an item donated by each artist. ALL Proceeds to…

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Hunt for the Reds of October Weekdays in October

Hunt for the Reds of October Weekdays in October

Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail gives you the getaway with your girl friend or other to enjoy a glass of wine!

$10 per person includes a signature wine glass, a complimentary red wine pour at each winery and a $5 donation to the American Red Cross.

Special wine glass pick up and tickets  see http://www.lpwines.com for more information.

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Empire Hops Festival October 7th Noon - 10pm

Empire Hops Festival October 7th Noon – 10pm

EMPIRE HOPS FESTIVAL | SATURDAY OCTOBER 7th, 2017

  – updated schedule coming soon – Noon - 10:00pm Located in downtown Empire on Front Street between Union & La Rue Street Tickets are $15.00 | Includes a complimentary glass & drink ticket

Kids under 16 are FREE | Free Parking located at Johnson Park, North of Front Street

MUSIC LINEUP

Jackpine 12pm- 2:30pm Andre Villoch 2:30pm – 4:30pm Black…

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Old Mission Peninsula Wineries presents the Great Mac & Cheese Bake-Off November 25

Old Mission Peninsula Wineries presents the Great Mac & Cheese Bake-Off November 25

Great Mac & Cheese Bake-Off

Nov 25, 2017 – 10am-5pm

Tickets: $45 advance (typically sells out), $40 for designated driver tickets

America’s favorite comfort food gets an upgrade with help from celebrated Northern Michigan chefs. Area restaurants partner with one WOMP winery each to create a perfect mac & cheese and wine pairing. Participants get to vote for the best pairing, cheesiest, and…

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Annual Leland Heritage Festival September 16 Saturday

Annual Leland Heritage Festival September 16 Saturday

Annual Leland Heritage Festival Saturday, Sept 16, 2017 11-3 ~ Free

Live Music, Dining & Shopping Specials! More Info

Leland Classic Car Show Don’t miss Van’s annual “invitation only” automobile exhibition! The show continues to grow since it’s inception and now numbers about a hundred vehicles from many eras. ~ Sponsored by Van’s Garage

12th Annual Wood Boats on the Wall 100 years of vintage wood…

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Empire Hill Climb Revival September 16th 2017

Empire Hill Climb Revival September 16th 2017

Empire Hill Climb in Empire, MI

2014 marked the revival of a Northwest Michigan classic, The Empire Hill Climb. The race was run from 1964 and 1980 and at long last it is back!  The course will be a short but challenging .5 miles and 8 turns just a short walk from the shores of Lake Michigan.  Parc Expose will be in the downtown of Empire letting spectators get up close to the race cars before…

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