Posted on November 22nd, 2023It’s Small Business Saturday on the 25th and we’d like you to support local businesses in Alpena this holiday season!
There are so many benefits to shopping local, to name a few:
Posted on November 23rd, 2022With Thanksgiving approaching on Thursday, this is the perfect time to reflect on our lives over the past year and be grateful for what we have, what obstacles we have overcome, and for what the future may bring us.
This Thanksgiving we wanted to share everything we are grateful for that Alpena has to…
Posted on February 25th, 2022There are so many things to do after an Alpena snowstorm, like shovel…plow…snow blow…you know, the adult stuff. Set that aside for a couple of hours of care-free fun with these MUCH better ideas, from us to you!
Do you wanna build a snowman? Yes, yes you do! Stick with the traditio
Posted on December 18th, 2018
By Guest Blogger: Lara King
Only 1 more week until Christmas! However, we made a list and checked it twice so you can fit in all of these events and activities before Christmas time. Enjoy these holiday-themed activities, shopping local, and festive plates in “The Ultimate Holiday GuideR…
Posted on December 6th, 2018Looking 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…
Posted on December 21st, 2017
Whether it’s Christmas tree shopping for that perfect beautiful Blue Spruce or Douglas Fir, baking cookies in the kitchen all night, or singing Christmas carols around the neighborhood- just about everybody has a holiday family tradition or two! In light of the spirit of Christmas just a fe…
Posted on December 7th, 2017
A bellowing voice calls out, Ho-Ho-Ho Merrry Christmasss! His voice fills the cold winter air with warm greetings straight from the depths of his belly, encased in a bright red suit. He waves at oncoming traffic outside of his cozy Santa House, the cold doesn’t bother Santa Claus.
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Posted on November 16th, 2017
‘Tis the season! It’s that time of year when many are out and about, searching for the perfect gift to give friends and family members as a token of love and appreciation. Did you know that by shopping local, you also show the same love and support to the community that you live in? Also, loc…
Posted on December 21st, 2016
Do you remember Christmas light cruising around with your parents as a kid? Slowly driving through the subdivisions, checking out the beautiful light displays adorning the houses and fixtures, all while comparing your favorites with your siblings?&nb…
Posted on December 7th, 2016
Once again, Besser Museum for Northeast Michigan has brought us the beauty of world traditions relating to Christmas. Each year during their “Season of Light” display, Besser Museum offers us a walk through nations around the world to see how different cultures celebrate Chri…