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Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail – Sips, Chips and Dips – March 18, 2017

Join the casual fun on Saturday, March 18, 2017 from 12:00 to 5:00 pm as participating wineries offer everyday snacks paired with a complimentary taste of Leelanau wine.

This is a fantastic way to try lots of your favorite munchies and see how great they taste when complemented by wine. This is a free event. Just show up and enjoy the yummy fun!

Here are the 2016 simple, yet delicious, pairings.

Aurora Cellars of Lake Leelanau: Zesty Orange Crustinis topped with whipped feta cheese paired with Luminous.

Bel Lago Vineyards of Lake Leelanau: Buffalo Chicken Dip served with corn chips paired with Lot 1314 Semi-Dry Riesling

Black Star Farms of Suttons Bay: Nacho Cheese Doritos-crusted chicken nuggets with Cool Ranch Doritos dipping sauce paired with our Hard Apple Cider

Blustone Vineyards of Lake Leelanau: A unique tasting experience exploring a variety of unique flavors of Great Lakes potato chips, tortilla chips and salsa paired with Blustone wines.

Boathouse Vineyards of Lake Leelanau: 2014 Sunset, a soft red blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, whose berry flavor pairs perfectly with the butter in our lightly salted popcorn

Chateau de Leelanau of Suttons Bay: Chili Con Queso paired with any of the Tractor Pull Hard Ciders

Chateau Fontaine of Lake Leelanau: an assortment of dips and salsas from the Monks Meadow and Amelia’s line which we sell, along with a selection of chips and veggies, as well as their famous cheese ball.

Cherry Republic Winery of Glen Arbor: Feta Dip with tortilla chips with Hard Cherry Cider

Ciccone Vineyard & Winery of Suttons Bay: Homemade Cheese spread with crostini’s and pairing it with the Vintner’s choice of a fruity semi-dry white wine.

Forty-Five North of Lake Leelanau: Spinach Artichoke Dip paired with 45 White

Good Harbor Vineyards of Lake Leelanau: Cheese crisps and your choice of a wine pairing

Good Neighbor Organic Winery of Northport: Cider, jalapeño popper dip, corn chips

Laurentide Winery of Lake Leelanau: Mike’s Famous Bean Dip paired with their 2014 Pinot Gris

Leelanau Wine Cellars of Omena: A warm blue cheese, bacon and artichoke dip with pita chips paired with their Sleeping Bear Red

L. Mawby of Suttons Bay: Savory Crackers with Talismon

Shady Lane Cellars of Suttons Bay: Captain Rodney’s Sweet and Spicy Dip paired with 2013 Gewurztraminer

Silver Leaf of Suttons Bay: Cheesy Salsa Queso Dip with Tortilla Chips paired with 2014 Sweet Reisling

Tandem Ciders of Suttons Bay: Homemade Bar Cheese and Crackers with Smackintosh

Verterra Winery of Leland: Complimentary assortment of classic dips, chips, and cheese with an assortment of finger foods

Willow Vineyard of Suttons Bay: Homemade Caramelized Onion & Shallot Dip with Chips & Pretzels paired with 2013 Pinot Gris

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Boyne Highlands – Ski League Championships – March 25, 2017

Get your team together one last time this season and see where you stack up against teams from all over the state. The 28^th Ski League Championships is a great afternoon of team racing and camaraderie.

Teams are comprised of 7 ski racers, one of which must be a female. Race will take place on North Challenger and teams are encouraged to “tailgate” at the bottom of the slope.

Important! Each participant must show ID confirming 21 years of age or older, must read and sign their own the liability indemnification form, and pick up racing bib and T-shirt at registration.

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Boyne Highlands – “Chocolate Cake” Downhill – March 26, 2017

Each year, our Boyne Highlands Downhill competition brings the thrill of World Cup-style downhill racing to Boyne Highlands. Open to all ages and ability levels, this popular annual event allows competitors to race on one of two courses – Leprechuan or Olympic – with awards for male and female winners in a variety of race classes.

Since its inception, the Boyne Highlands Downhill has built its reputation as Michigan’s premier alpine racing event, drawing competitors from throughout the region. And whether you come as a racer or a spectator, the fun goes well beyond the slopes, with demos, special events and an awards party that brings the competition’s excitement to an action-packed finish.

On-Site Registration and Bib Pick-up: Slopeside Lounge

Olympic Course Divisions

50 & over, 40-49, 30-39, 19-29, 15-18, Open Class (14 & over)
NOTE: must be at least 14 years old on race day in order to enter Open Division

Leprechaun Course Divisions

5 & under, 6-8, 9-11, 12-14, 50-59, 60 & over

All racers will receive a commemorative t’shirt at registration. In addition, all racers are invited to the awards party after the race where appetizers will be provided and a cash bar will also be available. All racers must pass through the start wand in order to be entered into the prize drawing at the awards party.

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Glen Lake Restaurant Week – April 29 – May 7, 2016

Glen Lake Restaurant Week offers an array of dining options “From French Fries to French Cuisine.”

Don’t miss this annual event happening the week before Mothers Day

Friday April 29 – Saturday May 7, 2016

Restaurant week around Glen Arbor is a time to finally discover new local food at a great price, and dine at your usuals too! Throughout the week, show up to each restaurant on the list to experience a unique and mouthwatering time.

Participating establishments will offer their own appetizing 3 course prix-fixe dinner menus for $25. Some establishments will be offering $15 lunch specials as well.

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Glen Lake Restaurant Week On Facebook

Below are the latest postings from the Glen Lake Restaurant Week Page On Facebook.

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