Classic Style Wedding Reception Venues in the Alpena Area

2026-11-12T16:49:29+00:00November 12, 2026|Activities, Family & Kids Activities, Festivals & Events, Inspiring Alpena, Local News|

Do you, a friend, or a family member have an upcoming wedding? Wondering where to have the perfect, classic-style affair in Alpena? Look no further! We’ve done the research to bring you this impressive list of reception venues that is sure to fit any brides budget, style, and/or guest capacity!  Alpena Events Complex (Aplex)– 701 […]

Top Haunted Places and Urban Legends of Alpena

2026-10-30T14:28:39+00:00October 30, 2026|Activities, Inspiring Alpena, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

A bump in the night, a whisper in your ear. Is it your imagination? Perhaps it’s the wind. Or maybe, just maybe, it’s something else.  Hauntings, urban legends, and Native American folklore are cultural experiences that can be found all over the world. Alpena is no exception with a rich history that tends to…jump out at […]

Alpena Fall Scavenger Hunt

2026-10-15T14:35:52+00:00October 15, 2026|Activities, Inspiring Alpena, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

Halloween may be over with, but the fall fun doesn’t have to be! If you’re looking for something fun and out of the ordinary to do on Sunday Fun-days with friends and family, why not try out our fall scavenger hunt? The rules are simple: the first one to check off all of the items […]

Leaves Are Falling, Autumn is Calling at Hemlock Hills on Mill Pond

2026-10-05T14:23:23+00:00October 5, 2026|Activities, Outdoor Activities|

Whether you’re looking for the perfect relaxing autumn vacation or the perfect fall venue for your upcoming wedding, Hemlock Hills on Mill Pond has all of the above to make your perfect fall getaway! For the fall season vacationer, look into one or more of these properties: The Cottage on Pine Lane Located on the […]

Find Fall Color in Alpena’s Top Walks in Nature

2026-09-22T17:49:33+00:00September 16, 2026|Activities, Inspiring Alpena, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

Overcast skies, colorful forest beds, stunning lakeside views, and rich pieces of history are just the beginning of what you’ll discover when you explore the Alpena region. We are into peak fall color season here in NE Michigan and here is where you can enjoy some seasonal fall color in the region! Walks by the […]

Preparing for the Perseids: Alpena’s Dark Skies

2026-08-12T14:34:30+00:00August 12, 2026|Activities, Festivals & Events, Inspiring Alpena, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

Astrotourism is a growing trend, and with three state dark sky parks nearby, the Alpena area is an ideal destination for enjoying the cosmos. Rockport State Recreation Area, Thompson’s Harbor State Park, and Negwegon State Park all have sufficiently low enough levels of light pollution to be designated as dark sky parks – offering exceptional […]

A Day in the Life on the Draken Harald Hårfagre

2026-08-03T16:43:16+00:00August 3, 2026|Activities, Festivals & Events, Inspiring Alpena, Local News|

Have you ever wondered what it’s like sailing across the ocean in the world’s largest Viking ship? When the Draken Harald Hårfagre moored in the Thunder Bay yesterday evening, we asked David Short, a member of the Viking Expedition America 2016 team, about this exceptional ship and what it’s like to make the transatlantic voyage. When asked how […]

7 Ideas for a Rainy Day in Alpena

2026-06-25T14:58:09+00:00June 25, 2026|Activities, Festivals & Events, Food & Drink, Inspiring Alpena, Local News|

The arrival of spring and summer brings us warmer weather, greener foliage, and bluer skies. We often credit rainy days for spoiling our plans with somber days inside. Kick those rainy day habits to the side and let mother nature take a day to rest and grow while you follow these 7 ideas to make […]

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