Cherry Buzz Weekend Outing Guide: August 28–30

Day Outing: Paddle for the Platte — Honor

Start the weekend outdoors with Paddle for the Platte: Protect the Waters We Love on Friday, August 28 at 9 AM at Riverside Canoes in Honor. It’s a strong nature-focused day outing near the Sleeping Bear side of the readership area and a good fit for readers who want water, scenery, and an outdoor cause.

Link: https://www.traverseticker.com/calendar/

Price: Check event listing / host for current details.

Afternoon Outing: Balloons Over Bellaire

For a scenic afternoon or early evening drive, head toward Bellaire for Balloons Over Bellaire, running August 28–29.

Pure Michigan lists it as a featured statewide event for that weekend.

Link: https://www.michigan.org/events/events-calendar
Price: Check event page for current details.

Evening Outing: Braxton Keith at Interlochen

For Friday night, Braxton Keith performs at Interlochen Center for the Arts on Friday, August 28 at 7:30 PM. Interlochen’s Arts Festival page also lists The Rock Orchestra: Arena of Fire on Sunday, August 30 at 7:30 PM at Kresge Auditorium.

Link: https://www.interlochen.org/concerts-and-events/interlochen-arts-festival
Price: Ticketed event; check Interlochen for current availability.

Family Fun Outing: Bioblitz + Downtown Traverse City

For a family-friendly learning outing, check out Bioblitz on Friday, August 28 at 10 AM at the Natural Education Reserve, meeting in front of the Boardman River Nature Center in Traverse City. Pair it with lunch downtown, a Boardman Lake walk, or a stop by the waterfront.

Link: https://www.traverseticker.com/calendar/
Price: Check event listing / host for current details.

Rainy-Day Alternative: Dennos Museum Center + Local Art

For an indoor backup, use Dennos Museum Center in Traverse City. The Ticker lists both the Simon Anton Artist Talk & Reception at 5 PM and a Silent Disco Dance Party at 8 PM at Dennos on Friday, August 28, making it a good rainy-day or evening fallback.

Dennos Museum Center: https://www.dennosmuseum.org/
Ticker Calendar: https://www.traverseticker.com/calendar/

Weather Note

Friday looks like the best outdoor window with partly sunny, nice weather. Saturday is warmer with a possible afternoon thunderstorm, and Sunday looks mostly cloudy with showers and a thunderstorm possible.

This weekend around Grand Traverse brings a mix of paddling, nature, music, hot-air balloons, family learning, and indoor art options. Start with Paddle for the Platte or a family Bioblitz at the Boardman River Nature Center, head toward Bellaire for Balloons Over Bellaire, or make it an evening at Interlochen with Braxton Keith. With storm chances Saturday afternoon and more rain possible Sunday, keep Dennos Museum Center and local art stops ready as your rainy-day backup.

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This sweet pup is known for being house-trained and has already been spayed and vaccinated, making her adoption-ready.

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Staff and volunteers at the Great Lakes Humane Society offer one-on-one guidance, making sure adopters understand each animal’s background and needs.

The adoption process typically begins with a simple inquiry, followed by a conversation to ensure a safe and lasting match.

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Recent community events have sparked increased awareness around responsible pet care and the importance of rescue efforts in Traverse City.

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If you’re searching for a loyal companion in northern Michigan, consider connecting with Great Lakes Humane Society—their commitment to the wellbeing of every animal is unmatched.

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Peach-and-Apple Glazed Pork Tenderloin

Turn fresh peaches and apples into a sweet-and-savory glaze for a family dinner that tastes like the beginning of fall.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: Approximately 30 minutes
Servings: 4–6

Ingredients

• 1 pork tenderloin, approximately 1½ pounds

• 2 ripe peaches, peeled and diced

• 1 apple, peeled and diced

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

• 1 tablespoon apple-cider vinegar

• ½ teaspoon cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.

2. Pat the pork dry. Season it with salt, black pepper and garlic powder.

3. Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the pork for approximately two minutes on each side.

4. Transfer the skillet to the oven. Roast until the thickest part of the pork reaches 145°F on a food thermometer.

5. While the pork cooks, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the peaches and apple and cook for five to seven minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. Stir in the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple-cider vinegar and cinnamon. Cook for another three to five minutes, until the fruit softens and the glaze thickens slightly.

7. Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for at least three minutes before slicing.

8. Spoon the warm peach-and-apple glaze over the sliced pork and serve.
   
   

Capt. Cherry’s Tip: Serve it with roasted potatoes, wild rice or fresh green beans for an easy Northern Michigan harvest dinner.

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