Michiganders are beginning to lean into the holiday season, as is evident by this week’s events. Highlights also include comic-cons in Michigan’s two largest cities, a Bigfoot festival Up North, and more.
As always, I’d love to hear your suggestions! If you know of an upcoming event you’d like me to highlight, please send me a note here (suggestions should be submitted at least one week before the event).
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Northern lights visible in Michigan Wednesday (Freep): All of Michigan could see the northern lights tonight, Nov. 12, according to NOAA, with clear skies in much of the state offering a strong viewing chance. For the best view, head to a dark, open area away from city lights.
State of Michigan defends weed tax (WGVU): The state is defending Michigan’s new 24% wholesale marijuana tax in court filings, arguing it’s constitutional and separate from the voter-approved retail tax. Cannabis industry leaders say the tax violates the 2018 legalization law and will hurt legal sales; a court hearing on their injunction request is set for later this month.
Study finds Michigan’s fish are shrinking (Discover Wildlife): A new University of Michigan study finds fish in the state’s inland lakes have gotten smaller over the past 75 years, with both young and old fish shrinking as waters warm. Researchers say climate change and food availability are driving the trend, which could disrupt ecosystems and eventually lead to new fishing regulations.
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Click the map to explore each location. (Google My Maps)
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1. Grand Rapids Comic-Con
Nov. 14-16
DeVos Place (303 Monroe Ave. NW, Grand Rapids)
2. Christmas Through Lowell
Nov. 14-16
Historic Lowell (113 Riverwalk Plaza, Lowell)
3. Christmas Lite Show 5K
Saturday, Nov. 15, 6:30-8 p.m.
LMCU Ballpark (4500 W. River Drive NE, Comstock Park)
4. 2025 Spectacular Tournament of Playwrights Finals
Saturday, Nov. 15, starts at 7 p.m.
The Acorn (107 Generations Drive, Three Oaks)
5. Polar Pedal Bike Ride
Sunday, Nov. 16, 6-8 p.m.
LMCU Ballpark (4500 W. River Drive NE, Comstock Park)
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6. Flapjack and Flannel Festival
Saturday, Nov. 15
Timber Ridge Resort (4050 Hammond Road E., Traverse City)
7. Bigfoot Fest
Saturday, Nov. 15, 1-4 p.m.
Keweenaw Storytelling Center (215 Fifth St., Calumet)
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Did I miss something? If you know of an event this weekend that’s not included on this list that you think is worth knowing about, give me a shout! I may include it in the web version of this newsletter.
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