Wine School at Cork Wine & Grille; Various dates now thru December 2024 – 6:00 – 9:00  p.m.

Who doesn’t want to learn and have fun at the same time? Embark on a wine-tasting adventure at Cork Wine & Grille’s Wine School in Grand Rapids! Explore the flavors of France, Italy, California, Greece, and more monthly through December 2024. Each class includes sipping on five exceptional wines, savoring four perfectly paired small plates, and learning from a wine specialist. Seating is limited, so secure your spot now for delightful wine education! Cheers to fun learning!  

Dennos Museum Center;  Hearts for the Arts; February 1 thru 14th; Tuesday thru Sunday, 11:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Immerse yourself in the extraordinary world of art at the Dennos Museum Center in Traverse City! With over 10 galleries showcasing both permanent and temporary exhibits, it’s truly an amazing experience. Starting February 1st, Hearts for the Arts kicks off—grab your own heart, place it by your favorite piece, and get some Insta worthy photos. Combine history and art, every Tuesday at noon where you can meet up with a docent who will share insights on the Dennos collections and the fascinating  world of art and its ever changing messaging.  Unleash your creativity at family-friendly Second Sunday Art Projects, featuring workshops such as watercolors, superhero drawing with a Marvel Comic illustrator, and more. This is a great museum to explore when in the Traverse City area.

Bry’s Estate; Souper Saturdays – Tomorrow January 20 and again January 27, February 3 and 10; 11:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Experience year-round charm at Bry’s Estate in Old Mission Peninsula! Join Souper Saturdays over the next 5 weeks in their charming tasting room, featuring world-class wines and Peninsula Provisions’ $6.00 soup cups or $15.00 with 3 wine flights. Reserve your spot for a delightful time, starting with Butternut Squash Bisque this Saturday! For winter fun, explore Bry’s Estate’s 155 acres through snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, or hiking on two scenic trails. Warm up with Spiked Hot Apple Cider or wine in an insulated mug along the trail, or relax post-exercise at their cozy fire pits. Bry’s Estate offers a perfect blend of culinary and outdoor enjoyment!