Refocusing a Creative Brand for a New Era “Taking inspiration from the Blue Heron, the TBA logo is a signifier of our core value pillars (Tradition, People, Expression and Versatility) while bringing in the storytelling aesthetics (Timelessness, Nature, and Performance) of our mission and programming. Without being overly nature-focused, we pay homage to our surrounding […]
Rusty Petunias Marketplace LLC in downtown Alpena specializes in unique home decor, gifts, furniture repurposing items, clothing for women and babies, wedding and baby registries and so much more! Currently, you’ll find a variety of beautiful Christmas décor to make your home merry and bright for the upcoming holidays. Specialized gift baskets and subscription boxes are […]
Pablo Picasso was once quoted as saying, “Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he (she) grows up.” This powerful quote embodies what Art in the Loft is all about in our community. Welcoming anyone and everyone of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to bring out the […]
It’s no secret that craft beer is having its moment here in Michigan and we are here for it! Austin Brothers Beer Company (aka ABBC, aka Austin Brothers) in Alpena has found great success in our little northeastern corner of the state. We wanted beer and in our humble opinion, we got the best of […]
It’s that time of year again. The air starts to get crisp, we start obsessively thinking about pumpkin everything, and most importantly…the Thunder Bay Winery celebrates its Harvest Festival! If you caught our July newsletter (sign up and subscribe here), you read about Thunder Bay Winery‘s trip down memory lane. Where they started, the trials […]
This Labor Day weekend is forecast to bring the northern lights over Alpena! This special phenomenon is known as the Aurora Borealis and is more commonly referred to as the “northern lights”. Typically seen throughout Canada and Alaska, the Aurora Borealis will be able to be seen as far south as the Upper Peninsula and […]
In summer we ditch our vehicles in exchange for pedals and paddles because this is Alpena, and there is no better way to see our Sanctuary of the Great Lakes than by bike, canoe, SUP, or kayak! One of the best ways to pedal or paddle your way around town is by connecting with Alpena […]
Cat lovers rejoice, as hitting the trails has never been more exciting! Thanks to sites like adventurecats.org, and Instagram feline stars Bolt and Keel, a new trend is emerging and active young adults are bringing out their feline companions in cat-packs and harnesses to join them in outdoor adventure. Alpena local, Josh Stephan, is one […]
They say one picture can be worth a thousand words. Here is Alpena, Michigan. In more than one thousand words. We hope you enjoyed taking a look back at these photos that represent our beautiful Sanctuary of the Great Lakes!
Just a stone’s throw from the picturesque covered wooden bridge at Duck & Island Parks, you’ll find Alpena’s only full-service hotel, providing a home away from home for 40 years. Built in 1979, the property nestled amongst the pines along US-23-North is proudly operated today by Ramada by Windham Alpena Hotel & Conference Center. A long-standing icon […]
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