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Frankfort’s Fourth of July celebration begins at 10 a.m. with the posting of the first clue for the Annual Medallion Hunt (the winner gets $150!). A new clue will be posted each morning until the medallion is found, with a final clue posted after the parade on July 4. benzie.org
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The National Cherry Festival is back in a big way, with live concerts and air shows featuring the legendary Blue Angels. July 2–9. cherryfestival.org
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Celebrate Independence Day on Mackinac Island with a stone skipping contest for professionals and amateurs alike, followed by fireworks at dusk. mackinacisland.org
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The Summer Sounds Concert Series at Thompsonville’s Michigan Legacy Art Park kicks off today with Cary Morin. Described as “one of the best acoustic pickers on the scene today,” Morin brings together the great musical traditions of America like no other. MyNorthTickets.com
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Blissfest Music Festival is a showcase of many musical styles—bluegrass, blues, zydeco, Celtic, folk, jazz, Latin, World music and dance all share the stage July 8–10. blissfestfestival.org
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Gaylord’s Alpenfest honors the city’s heritage and partnership with its sister city, Pontresina, Switzerland. Expect five days of festivities including a parade, carnival, kids activities, live entertainment and more. gaylordmichigan.net
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The Friendly Garden Club of Traverse City hosts “Between the Bays - 39th Annual Garden Walk” on Old Mission Peninsula. The tour features four private gardens and the First Congregational Church’s Garden of Remembrance. MyNorthTickets.com
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Set upon five miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, Bay Harbor provides a truly spectacular backdrop for artists and patrons alike at the two-day Bay Harbor Arts Festival. bayharbor.com
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The Traverse City Film Festival returns this summer! Plan on six days, 40-plus incredible movies and nearly two dozen filmmakers and stars attending in person. traversecityfilmfest.org
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A twisted take on a beloved tale, “ALICE” brings new life to Lewis Carroll’s “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.” Through pop-rock hits from the ’90s and 2000s, Parallel 45 Theatre in Traverse City tells a rebellious tale of discovering the strength in one’s heart. MyNorthTickets.com
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