A Complete Guide to Unconventional Pizza on Pi Day in Alpena

2024-06-21T15:55:52+00:00March 11, 2020|Inspiring Alpena, Local News|

It’s Pi Day, and we’ve gathered up a list of unusual, unique, and one-of-a-kind specialty pizza pies. You can find all of these unconventional pizzas at locally-owned restaurants right here in Alpena. Where will you venture off to tonight? Court Yard Ristorante– Pesto Supreme: Grilled chicken, red onion, wild mushrooms, spinach, artichoke, and tomato. The Fresh Palate– Beet It: Beets, brussel […]

A Day Disconnected: Discovering Alpena Without Your Smartphone

2024-06-21T15:56:20+00:00March 2, 2020|Activities, Family & Kids Activities, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

You read the title right. We are suggesting the unimaginable…the unthinkable…the unfathomable act of leaving your phone at home! Or at least in your car. It’s time to discover Alpena, disconnected. Don’t get us wrong, we want you to share your photos and tell all your friends about what a great time you had in […]

Get Out of the Elements and Into Your Element at These Alpena Art Workshops

2024-06-21T15:56:27+00:00February 6, 2020|Activities, Festivals & Events, Food & Drink, Inspiring Alpena, Local News|

Does the winter season have you feeling the full effects of cabin fever? Do you want to get out of the house but not into the cold? No need to brave the elements, get into your element by painting, sculpting, crafting, and meditating your way into spring! We have the cure for your cabin fever […]

10 Ideas For Winter Adventure in Alpena

2024-06-21T15:56:31+00:00January 31, 2020|Activities, Festivals & Events, Food & Drink, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

The hustle and bustle of the holidays are long over. This is the time when the full effects of a true northern Michigan winter start to wash over us, bringing feelings of cabin fever, seasonal depression, and anxiousness for spring. Try out these ideas to kick those feelings to the curb and make your winter more fulfilled […]

Who’s Making Waves? Alpena Native Helena Antoni Elected to Swedish Parliament

2024-06-21T15:56:38+00:00January 10, 2020|Local News|

One of our favorite things to blog about is Alpena natives who are out “making waves” in this world. Perhaps you’ve read previous stories about Alpena natives becoming inventors, filmmakers, actors, opera singers, and more. Today we’d like to shine the spotlight on Helena Antoni, Alpena native and member of Swedish Parliament!   From the […]

Experience Up-North Dining at JJ’s Steak & Pizza House in Alpena

2024-06-21T15:56:53+00:00December 16, 2019|Local News|

Whether it be a large everything on it pizza or just a plain burger, JJ’s Steak & Pizza House has you covered with a menu so large even the pickiest of eaters will be able to find just what they were looking for. JJ`s Steak & Pizza House offers great dining, a unique ‘up-north’ atmosphere, […]

Thunder Bay Art Gallery Enriches the Community Through Art

2024-06-21T15:56:59+00:00December 11, 2019|Local News|

Refocusing a Creative Brand for a New Era “Taking inspiration from the Blue Heron, the TBA logo is a signifier of our core value pillars (Tradition, People, Expression and Versatility) while bringing in the storytelling aesthetics (Timelessness, Nature, and Performance) of our mission and programming. Without being overly nature-focused, we pay homage to our surrounding […]

Gifts and Holiday Decor Galore at Rusty Petunia’s Marketplace in Alpena

2024-06-21T15:57:06+00:00December 5, 2019|Local News|

Rusty Petunias Marketplace LLC in downtown Alpena specializes in unique home decor, gifts, furniture repurposing items, clothing for women and babies, wedding and baby registries and so much more! Currently, you’ll find a variety of beautiful Christmas décor to make your home merry and bright for the upcoming holidays. Specialized gift baskets and subscription boxes are […]

Rediscover Your Inner Artist at Art in the Loft

2024-06-21T15:57:09+00:00November 27, 2019|Local News|

Pablo Picasso was once quoted as saying, “Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he (she) grows up.”   This powerful quote embodies what Art in the Loft is all about in our community. Welcoming anyone and everyone of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to bring out the […]

Coming Soon! Catch the Northern Lights Over Alpena

2024-06-21T15:58:08+00:00August 30, 2019|Activities, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

This Labor Day weekend is forecast to bring the northern lights over Alpena! This special phenomenon is known as the Aurora Borealis and is more commonly referred to as the “northern lights”. Typically seen throughout Canada and Alaska, the Aurora Borealis will be able to be seen as far south as the Upper Peninsula and […]

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