Travelin' Together
Grab the family, explore the Mitten, create new memories!
Michigan drive-in movie theaters will open soon - image: unsplash.com
3/28/24 - WCSG Travelin' Together Series: Michigan Drive-in Movie Theaters Set To Open Soon
Posted by: Becky Carlson | Thursday, March 28th, 2024 (12:00am)
Michigan drive-in movie theaters are getting ready to open and Michigan has several of them to chose from.
Image: MichiganMapleFestival.com
3/14/24 - WCSG Travelin' Together Series: Michigan Maple Festival
Posted by: Becky Carlson | Thursday, March 14th, 2024 ( 6:00am)
Everything maple will be celebrated the next two weekend in March, at the Maple Row Sugarhouse in Jones.
Gilda's LaughFest has multiple family events starting Saturday morning. Image courtesy of Gilda's LaughFest 2024.
3/7/24 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Gilda's LaughFest
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, March 7th, 2024 ( 6:00am)
A ton of family fun events are included with Gilda's LaughFest, many of which are free. This week there are three family friendly events to start your weekend right!
file image - Clare to celebrate "Get Your Irish On"
2/29/24 - WCSG Travelin' Together - Clare County "Get Your Irish On"
Posted by: Becky Carlson | Thursday, February 29th, 2024 ( 6:00am)
Clare turns green the third weekend of March to celebrate "Get Your Irish On" and to celebrate their Irish heritage.
Pioneer Days are on display at the Muskegon Museum of History and Science. Image courtesy of the Muskegon Museum of History and Science. 2/22/24.
2/22/24 - You Can Live Out the Pioneer Days Right Here in Michigan
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, February 22nd, 2024 ( 6:00am)
Travel the Oregon Trail without the danger! The Muskegon Museum of History and Science is offering a look at those days on the trail!
file image : Girlfriend shopping weekends in March
2/15/24 - WCSG Travelin' Together Series - Girlfriend Weekend
Posted by: Becky Carlson | Thursday, February 15th, 2024 ( 6:00am)
Holland and Grand Haven are planning popular Girlfriends Weekend events during the month of March.
2/8/24 - WCSG Travelin' Together Series - Petoskey In The Winter
Posted by: Becky Carlson | Thursday, February 8th, 2024 ( 6:00am)
Even without an abundance of snow, Petoskey will host their annual Winter Wonderland Weekend, Feb. 16-19, 2024
The Grand Rapids Public Museum's "Bugs" exhibit allows families to explore the dynamic world of exciting creatures without the fear of getting stung. Image courtesy of the Grand Rapids Public Museum. 2/1/24.
2/1/24 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - GRAM Bug's Exhibit
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, February 1st, 2024 ( 6:00am)
The final weekend of the "Bugs" exhibit promises to capture a bug's life, allowing us to get down to their size, and view it from their perspective.
Chili Cookoff - (image from: insanelygoodrecipes.com)
1/25/24 - WCSG Travelin' Together Series: Chili Cookoff
Posted by: Becky Carlson | Thursday, January 25th, 2024 ( 6:00am)
Colder months bring the opportunity of getting together for a Chili Cookoff. Family members can try various recipes as well as support local organizations. This weekend: Kalamazoo and St. Joseph.
Cross County skiing and snowshoeing opportunities abound in Southwest Michigan. Image Courtesy of South Haven Van Buren County Convention and Visitors Bureau. 1/18/24.
1/18/24 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Winter Trail Adventure
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, January 18th, 2024 ( 6:00am)
Adventure awaits at several trails within West Michigan, including several near South Haven.
Mid-Michigan Children's Musuem - Saginaw, Michigan (image: michildrensmuseum.org)
1/11/24 - WCSG Travelin' Together Series - Mid-Michigan Children's Museum
Posted by: Becky Carlson | Thursday, January 11th, 2024 ( 6:00am)
The Mid-Michigan Children's Museum in Saginaw, provides another option for families to help their young children have fun through problem solving and exploring.
Newaygo County's Go Exploring guide is out for you to take in the wonder of the county year-round. Image courtesy of the Newaygo County Tourism. 1/4/24.
1/4/24 - WCSG Travelin Together - Go Exploring Challenge
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, January 4th, 2024 ( 6:00am)
A new guide will help you explore Newaygo County year-round.
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Musuem
12/13/23 - WCSG Travelin' Together Series - Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum at Christmas
Posted by: Becky Carlson | Thursday, December 14th, 2023 ( 6:00am)
The Ford Musuem in Grand Rapids will feature lights and a special train display during the Christmas season.
The 2023 Festival of Trees includes holiday memories, and the opportunity to create new ones. Image courtesy of the Muskegon Museum of Art. 12/7/23.
12/7/23 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Festival of Trees
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, December 7th, 2023 ( 6:00am)
A quick trip down memory lane awaits at the Festival of Trees at the Muskegon Museum of Art. Running through New Year's Eve, the museum promises you'll relive the memories of Christmas past with various displays of past holiday ornaments, trees, wreaths, and other decorations.
"Merry & Bright" in St. Joseph, Michigan - stjoetoday.com
11/30/23 - WCSG Travelin' Together Series - Merry & Bright Weekend in St. Joseph
Posted by: Becky Carlson | Thursday, November 30th, 2023 ( 6:00am)
The city of St. Joseph, Michigan is planning several special events during the Christmas Season and they kick things off this weekend with their "Merry & Bright" celebration.
Blandford Nature Center is offering free admission this weekend for multiple exhibits around the grounds. Image courtesy of Blandford Nature Center. 11/16/23.
11/16 - WCSG's Travelin Together - Blandford Nature Center Open Historic Village
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, November 16th, 2023 ( 6:00am)
The Blandford Nature Center is offering free admissions for their Historical Village exhibit.
file image from Silver Bells In The City, Lansing
11/9/23 - WCSG Travelin' Together Series - Silver Bells In The City
Posted by: Becky Carlson | Thursday, November 9th, 2023 ( 6:00am)
The city of Lansing will hold their 39th annual Silver Bells in the City celebration, Friday, November 17, 2023
Castaway Play offers a 5-story, indoor play structure that's big enough for kids and adults. Image courtesy of Castaway Play. 11/2/23.
11/2/23 - Travelin' Together - Castaway Play in Howell
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, November 2nd, 2023 ( 6:00am)
Kids of all ages will be able to play inside a 5-story, enclosed playground at Castaway Play in Howell.
Waterloo State Recreation Area - largest park in lower Michigan - image: shoreline visitors guide
10/26/23 - WCSG Travelin' Together Series - Waterloo State Rec Area / Bonfyre Trail Fest
Posted by: Becky Carlson | Thursday, October 26th, 2023 ( 6:00am)
The Waterloo State Recreation Area is located north of Chelsea, Michigan and is the largest park in lower Michigan.
Fennville's Goose Festival celebrates the birds migration and a whole lot more! Image courtesy of the Fennville Goose Festival. 10/12/23.
10/12/23 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Fennville Goose Festival
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, October 12th, 2023 ( 6:00am)
What started out as a joke has grown into a serious art festival in Southwest Michigan.
file image / Binder Park Zoo one of 6 offering free reciprocal admission to members
10/5/23 - WCSG Travelin' Together Series - 6 Area Attractions Free During October
Posted by: Becky Carlson | Thursday, October 5th, 2023 ( 6:00am)
An annual program offers free, reciprocal admission to members of six local cultural attractions during the month of October.
Explore the beauty of the Chippewa Nature Center and get ready for their Fall Festival. Image courtesy of the Chippewa Nature Center. 9/28/23.
9/28/23 - WCSG's Travelin' Together Chippewa Nature Center
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, September 28th, 2023 ( 6:00am)
Enjoy the 19 miles of trails, historic farmstead, and the upcoming Fall Festival at the Chippewa Nature Center.
image - American Speed Festival facebook page
9/21/23 - WCSG Travelin' Together Series - American Speed Festival
Posted by: Becky Carlson | Wednesday, September 20th, 2023 ( 7:14am)
Race cars will be the focus of various events surrounding the American Speed Festival, the last weekend in September in Pontiac.
The 8th Annual Michigan Apple Fest will be held this weekend in downtown Sparta. Image courtesy of the Sparta Chamber of Commerce. 9/14/23,
9/14/23 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Sparta Michigan Apple Fest
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, September 14th, 2023 ( 6:00am)
The 8th annual event will include plenty of activities for families, as well as food tasting opportunities throughout the downtown area.
Allegan County Fair - image from Allegan County Fair website
9/7/23 - WCSG Travelin' Together Series - Allegan County Fair
Posted by: Becky Carlson | Thursday, September 7th, 2023 ( 6:00am)
One of the area's largest county fairs is held each year in early September. The Allegan County Fair draws thousands of people to visit the animals & exhibits as well as enjoy a variety of entertainment.
Find out why the light tilts when you visit the structure this weekend. Photo credits to @jocelynwhitephotos on Instagram. 8/31/23.
8/31/23 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - North Ludington Breakwall Light
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, August 31st, 2023 ( 6:00am)
Find out why the light tilts when you visit the Ludington North Breakwall Light. The light closes this weekend to tours for the season.
Hemlock Crossing Public Observatory - image: myottawa.org
8/24/23 - WCSG Travelin' Together - Public Observatories For Star Gazing
Posted by: Becky Carlson | Thursday, August 24th, 2023 ( 6:00am)
Local Public Observatory locations offer information and interesting views of the stars and planets. A new location was recently opened along the lakeshore between Holland and Grand Haven.
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport is celebrating 60 years of service with a party this weekend. Image courtesy of the GRR. 8/17/23.
8/17/23 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Gerald R. Ford Airport
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, August 17th, 2023 ( 6:00am)
To commemorate National Aviation Day, the Gerald R. Ford Airport will celebrate their 60th anniversary!
W.K. Kellogg Manor House and Gardens in Hickory Corners, Michigan
8/10/23 - WCSG Travelin' Together Series - W.K. Kellogg Manor House & Estate
Posted by: Becky Carlson | Thursday, August 10th, 2023 ( 6:00am)
Hickory Corners, Michigan is host to the W.K. Kellogg Manor House and Estate, Bird Sanctuary, and Biological Station. They are hope for tours and host a number of special events.
Learning to surf and enjoy some of the best of Lake Michigan happens next weekend in Muskegon. Image courtesy of the Great Lakes Surf Festival. 8/3/23.
8/3/23 - WCSG's Travelin' Together - Great Lakes Surf Festival
Posted by: Joel Hill | Thursday, August 3rd, 2023 ( 6:00am)
You don't have to travel to the West Coast in order to catch a wave! A local festival looks to introduce you to the waves of West Michigan next weekend.
“My children, I will be with you only a little longer. You will look for me, and just as I told the Jews, so I tell you now: Where I am going, you cannot come. A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”
John 13: 33-35 | NIVGrand Rapids / Lakeshore
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