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Lake Leelanau Street Fair
Come enjoy delicious food, wine and beer tasting, arts and crafts, kid’s activities and more at the annual Lake Leelanau Street Fair! And did we mention great music? Yes, indeed! Beginning at 2:30 you’ll be able to enjoy some great music by Randy Beyer, The Broom Closet Boys, Stonefolk and The Ol’ Microtones. You’re invited to spend the day in Lake Leelanau and take part in all the fun!
Find out more »Sunrise Suds
Sunrise Suds Tap Takeover is North Eastern Michigans first and only craft brewery beer festival. This annual event, hosted in the charming Downtown of Alpena, features a fine selection of craft beers for you to try from over 32 breweries. With live music from some of Michigans most promising musicians, as well as street performances with various talents, we promise this to be a one of a kind experience. Tap List: Local’s Light Sticky Icky Icky Mosa
Find out more »Michigan Mountain Mayhem: Gravel Grinder
The Gravel Grinder is a gravel road race like nothing you could have imagined and is limited to 2000 riders. You can expect a huge purse as well as some of the fastest racers in the Country. There will be an 18 mile, a 45 mile and a 60 mile race. The 18 mile race is very flat, a great race for beginners or even the kids in the family. The 45 and 60 mile races will have lots of…
Find out more »Cadillac Craft Beer Festival
Established in 2010, the Cadillac Craft Beer Festival has grown leaps and bounds to include the best in local libations, food & music. This year is expected to be the best yet as we celebrate our 10th annual celebration! You will find the best in Michigan Beer, mead, cider & spirits along with our small town tailgate atmosphere. With food & retail vendors, yard games and live music there is something for everyone, so grab some friends and head downtown!…
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Northern MI Sales Representative
Rachel Payne
Rachel is the Northern Michigan Beer Sales Representative for Short's Brewing Company. Her love for craft beer began in her beer-centric hometown, Grand Rapids, and flourished during travels. Rachel later made the move to Bellaire, MI to be a part of the Short's Brewing family. She couldn't be happier connecting with the amazing Michigan community, and going on northern adventures whether it be on wheels, foot, or water. So, If you see her at a nearby event in Traverse City, or enjoying a brew at Short's Pub, be sure to clink as glass with her.