Winter Forest Bathing. Photo by Paul Gerow.

10 Ideas For Winter Adventure in Alpena

Posted on January 31st, 2020

The hustle and bustle of the holidays are long over. This is the time when the full effects of a true northern Michigan winter start to wash over us, bringing feelings of cabin fever, seasonal depression, and anxiousness for spring. Try out these ideas to kick those feelings to the curb and make your…

A variety of Alpena apparel at The Local Basket Case.

Alpena’s Holiday Shopping Guide

Posted on December 6th, 2018

Looking for that special, unusual Christmas gift or stocking stuffer? Do you have a someone in your life that seems to already have everything? Don’t get lost in online conglomerates and big box stores! Here’s a list of Alpena’s hidden treasures full of unique items for everyone on your list. The Or…

Brunch Is The New Black: 8 Breakfast Hotspots in Alpena, Michigan

Posted on June 3rd, 2015

Brunch Is The New Black: 8 Favorite ‘2nd Breakfast’ Hotspots in Alpena, Michigan “Wanna get brunch?” is taking cities across the nation by storm as brunch, that perfect time between traditional breakfast and lunch, becomes the most popular meal of the day.
Alpena is no exception to th…