10 adventures to do with dad
If there’s one thing we’ve all learned from this pandemic (and let’s hope there’s at least one lesson), it’s that time spent together is an invaluable gift. That’s why this year we’re suggesting some unique ways to create memories with the dads and other influential men in your life in celebration of Father’s Day. We recognize that these special guys come with all different abilities and
10 lessons every entrepreneur needs to learn
It’s almost impossible for me to believe, but it’s been 20 years since I first began my entrepreneurial adventure. I had just finished getting my Master’s Degree at night, with the intention of eventually starting a company of my own, when I got a jumpstart ahead of schedule. The corporation I was working for decided to restructure. My region was going to be combined with another,
Refreshing seltzers of summer
Spiked seltzer is now a rapidly growing industry, and Michigan companies are serving up some unique additions to the segment this year. This relatively new addition to the beverage scene really took off in 2019 when sales of hard seltzer surpassed $1 billion for the first time, which was an increase of nearly 200% compared to the previous year. Since then, the crisp refreshers have been
Canned mixed spirits are about to get more accessible
Capitalizing on a growing trend in the beverage industry, Long Road Distillers released a line-up of three canned craft cocktails in August of last year. At the time, co-owner and co-founder of Long Road Distillers, Kyle VanStrien, remarked, “We’re excited to bring some of our favorites to market, and we look forward to expanding offerings and distribution footprint in the future.” That future may soon be
12 things to do in Michigan in June 2021
It’s warm, sunny, and we appear to be seeing a light at the end of the pandemic tunnel. Restrictions are easing. So, for the first time in over a year, our suggestions of things to do includes all live events. Get out and enjoy life this month! Here are our 12 things to do in Michigan in June 2021. June 4-13 Lilac Festival – Mackinac Island
Traverse City becomes the nation’s cherry capital
Most Michigan tourist towns have a frontier history, and Traverse City is no different. The Cherry Capital of the World is young compared to other Michigan cities, like Mackinaw, Detroit and Grand Rapids, but it still holds a rich history. I recently brought my eighth grade students to the city for a field trip and was reminded of just how interesting the city is. The land