Northwestern Michigan

Hi,
Anyone have experience of both areas and know how they compare in terms of culture, scenery, and general aspects of life?

I'm in Boston and have been looking to move away from the city for some time. I got laid off at 55 in October and my search has become more pressing because I have no reason to be here anymore. Fortunately I'm in good financial shape and can just retire. I had previously been focussing on Vermont because it's beautiful, similar to Marquette in many ways, has great healthcare, and its proximity to Boston makes it a win. Since covid, however, super rich people have been buying up everything, over night, often sight unseen, for ridiculous prices and frequently never even move in. So, having grown up near Detroit and having always loved Marquette growing up, I started to consider that, and still am, but the healthcare is terrible. And good hospitals are hours and hours away. I'm in excellent shape but I'm getting older with a terrible family history, so it makes me very nervous.

I'm now becoming intrigued with your area, though I've never been there. I love Marquette because it's mostly natural beauty, rugged, uncrowded, cool/cold, low crime, super friendly, lots of hockey, and I can buy a very nice place on at least two wooded acres less than 15 minutes from town at still a reasonable price, even though prices have gone up a lot due to the WFH revolution and people fleeing climate change.

I frequently see homes in the area which appeal to me (I'd like to stay under $600K), and the prices there are not so bad, so I'm starting to consider it. I should probably take a trip to visit it, but I'm wondering if it would be a fit. If I like MQT, do you think that I would like it there? And if so, when it comes to healthcare, are there some regions better than others?

Oh, and there's one thing that kind of worries me about your area, some parts of it seem very touristy. I'm really looking for a community that's not just a place for rich cottagers who only come in the summer, buy artisanal bread for $15 a loaf, and basically treat the town like the Hamptons or Cape Cod. I mean, those places are nice to visit, but they are not my idea of home.

Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

I know you can find it easily in the U.P. but are their any shops in the tip of the mitt (especially on I-75) that sell locally-cultivated wild rice.

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We are looking for lakefront cottages for a group with 4 kids ranging from 10-13. Would an inland lake like Lake Leelanau be comparable to Suttons Bay? Is there a difference in water safety, crowds, etc.? We'd like to have the ability to swim, kayak, rent a boat (ideally a pontoon). We are not from the area and can't tell, they look pretty much the same to us.

For vacation this summer we are going to Leelanau. We are doing fishtown, empire, suttons bay.. anything else? What are your tecommendations of things to do there or things to know?

If anyone knows a gay black man named DeAnthony he tried to remove one of our friends pants while said friend was asleep the other night. He's known for being a sexually aggressive drunk and now he's shown that he is a wannabe rapist. Just wanted to make the community aware of this man's actions as we've since been informed of other similar stories about him.  He plays off his aggression as a joke, but he has sexually assaulted multiple people I know by grabbing them through the pants and other ways that have come to light since this incident.

I'm wondering if anybody has insight, given conditions so far this year, approximately how much of the mountain will be open in the week leading up to Christmas? Interested in both Boyne Mtn and The Highlands.

Hi all!

I'll be in the Traverse City area for two weeks next August, and I was hoping to rent a small motorcycle or scooter for transport. I know it's a ways off, but I'm feeling out the situation.

1) Does anyone know of a business in the area that does something like this?

2) Does anyone have a bike (or a buddy with a bike) that would be willing to rent it to me for a couple weeks?

Thanks a bunch!

Hi! We are visiting and hoping to hear recommendations for short-ish hikes (2-3 miles), river or lake kayaking trips, great beaches and an atv rental place that will either guide or allow us to ride trails. We can do day trips (hour or less drive from Elmira area), and open to suggestions on fun activities with a kiddo! Thanks in advance!

When July 4th rolls around, many Michigan residents head to one of the many local parks or beaches to watch the annual fireworks displays. While some people prefer the more traditional displays with Explosions in Red, White, and Blue, others enjoy themed displays like Mickey Mouse or Disney characters. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly show or something more unique, there's sure to be a display perfect for you on July 4th in Michigan.

Here’s a list of cities that will have July 4th, 2022 Fireworks Displays In Michigan. Most fireworks start at dusk.

June 27, 2022, Fireworks Display in Michigan
Detroit, Michigan

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Bay City, Michigan
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Dearborn, Michigan
Dowagiac, Michigan
New Boston, Michigan
Niles, Michigan
Portland, Michigan

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Ishpeming, Michigan
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The 10th annual Michigan State University Science Festival is happening now through April 30th with free events, celebrating and exploring science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM)

One of this year’s main features, Science in the Gardens, invites attendees to visit MSU’s Horticulture Gardens on April 9-10. Attendees will explore such things as butterflies in the garden and machine learning, to understanding how well movies obey the laws of physics, chemistry demonstrations, and much more. 

Other feature events for the 2022 MSU Science Festival include: 

• Statewide Astronomy Night (April 8)
• Nights at the Museums
• Tours and Open Houses
• Talks with Experts
• Dazzling Demos
• STEAM Adventures

Not only will attendees be able to participate in programs, tours, and hands-on learning on MSU’s campus, but they will also have the opportunity to connect with scientific venues in regions throughout Michigan, including a museum in Kalamazoo, a planetarium in Jackson, and an observatory in Detroit. 

All events are free, and a full list of in-person / virtual events, frequently asked questions, resources for educators, and more, can be found by visiting Michigan State University’s Science Festival website. 

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https://sciencefestival.msu.edu/

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