Like summer, cherries are all about having fun. That’s why we lovingly refer to them as our “ruby red morsels of joy.” If you happen to visit our headquarters in Glen Arbor, you’ll likely find an exciting cherry-themed event being held that day. From cherry pit spitting competitions in our Olympic Size Pit Spit Arena, to messy […]
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Local Fourth of July fireworks display over Glen Lake, 2013. The Fourth of July weekend is one of the busiest weekends all summer in northern Michigan. Visitors from around the country flood the soft beaches, crystal blue waters, and energized towns to enjoy true American freedom. All those people can be a great amount of fun […]
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The Cherry Republic crew doling out cherry treats at the Glen Arbor Fourth of July Parade Celebrate our great nation breaking the shackles of British colonialism at the Glen Arbor Fourth of July Parade. A favorite summer event with both the locals and the vacationers, the parade features classic cars, fire trucks, and an assortment of […]
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The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore has long been renowned for its beauty. Spectacular views of the dunes, rolling hills, inland lakes, and of course Lake Michigan are everywhere. Until recently, soaking in this gorgeous landscape was most easily accomplished by car. A short drive to one of the scenic overlooks or along Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive would have […]
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There are tons of fun summer festivals up north each year. When warm weather finally hits northern Michigan, it’s reason to celebrate. Practically every week there are summer festivals, art shows, hikes, bikes, and runs. Ask anyone about summer events in Traverse City and chances are they’ll mention National Cherry Festival. We assume you know it, love it, and […]
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At 5:30am on Friday, May 30, Bob and his two boys put on their coats and headed out the door for school. That day was no ordinary day though – they planned to walk the 8 miles from their home in downtown Glen Arbor to Glen Lake school. Their first attempt (nearly a year ago to […]
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Just one of the many breathtaking vistas to be found on Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive No list of northern Michigan scenery is complete without a mention of Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive. Situated between Glen Arbor and Empire it offers spectacular views, firstly through forest and across Glen Lake, and then over the dunes and out […]
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Spring, at last, is making its presence felt in the Republic. The days are noticeably longer and warmer, the snow has almost completely melted, and ice is gradually yielding to open water. Patches of grass are even turning green! There doubtless remain a few snowy days ahead, and we can never forget the risk of frost, but the weather has turned. The […]
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[youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVWEOz_yPpY] What some have dubbed “the endless winter” may at last be drawing to a close. Spring Break is here! Like many around the country, several at Cherry Republic have skipped town heading for warmer climes. Those of us left holding the fort in Glen Arbor decided to get out for our very own Cherry Republic-style Spring Break, […]
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