Traverse City News and Events

Housing Development Proposed for Church Site

By Beth Milligan | Dec. 1, 2025

A housing development with a mix of 18 townhomes and an 18-unit condo building is being proposed for the former Traverse Bay United Methodist Church site on Ramsdell Street off of Bay Street.

Traverse City planning commissioners will discuss the project at their 6pm meeting Tuesday at the Governmental Center. Will Bartlett and Tom O’Hare of Keel Capital are seeking city approval to reduce the minimum lot size for a planned unit development (PUD) – a zoning plan tailored to a specific property – to redevelop the site. The city’s zoning ordinance requires a minimum lot size of three acres for a PUD, but the property at 1200 Ramsdell Street …

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Join Us for Recess of Giving Wednesday at TC Phil!

Join The Ticker for a special Recess of Giving at the Traverse City Philharmonic on Wednesday, December …

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Distillery Ups and Downs of 2025

Uncertainty looms for spirit makers in northern Michigan as they face rising costs, a waning drinking culture, …

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Stone House Bread Sells Majority Stake To World's Largest Bakery

A very popular baker of artisan, organic bread has sold a controlling interest to the world's largest …

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Still Going The Distance: North American Vasa Gets Set For 50th

Traverse City’s North American Vasa Festival of Races turns 50 this winter, with some 600 participants gearing …

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Today Monday, December 1, 2025

9:00 AM

2025 Small Works Holiday Exhibition

An annual showcase of 2D + 3D work that offers small, original art at affordable prices... $150 or … More Info >>

9:00 AM

Something To Smile About: Mixed Media Paintings by Carol C Spaulding

Enjoy this small group of new mixed media paintings that runs from Sept. 2 - Dec. 17. See … More Info >>

10:00 AM

Merry Marketplace 2025: Holiday Art Market

Shop hundreds of unique handmade gifts & works of art from artists all over the state. See hours … More Info >>

10:00 AM

OAC Holiday Artisan Boutique

Find gifts from regional artists showcasing a variety of ready-to-gift handmade items, holiday cards, ornaments, accessories & more. … More Info >>

11:00 AM

8th Annual Art Tree & Ornament Show

Featuring hundreds of handmade ornaments. Opening reception will be held on Dec. 4 from 5-8pm. Runs through New … More Info >>

11:00 AM

Beneath the Surface: Training Tomorrow’s Water Stewards

The Great Lakes Water Studies Institute at NMC is advancing freshwater, groundwater, & marine science through cutting-edge technology, … More Info >>

11:00 AM

Dewey Blocksma: Roundtable

Blocksma's artwork is a gathering of figures & ideas, real & imagined, informed by medicine & art. Common … More Info >>

11:00 AM

Ice Into Ocean: Arctic Tracings

This exhibition is the result of a seven year collaboration between Cy Keener & Justine Holzman, exploring how … More Info >>

11:00 AM

Local Artist Melonie Steffes Solo Exhibit: Wilder Alternatives

Featuring Steffes' whimsical imagined realism oil paintings. Runs through Dec. 25 with an opening reception on Dec. 4 … More Info >>

11:00 AM

Winter and the Blues

Enjoy seasonal sips & sweets as you explore the local artwork that reflects the calm, light & quiet … More Info >>

4:00 PM

Cookbook Dinner Series Presents "The Book of St. John"

Dec. 1-7. Founded in 1994 & acclaimed for its simple recipes, focus on quality ingredients, & zero waste … More Info >>

6:00 PM

G.T. Humanists Meeting: Bird Flu

For the Dec. meeting of the Grand Traverse Humanists, Dr. Paul Coussens, Michigan State University professor of animal … More Info >>

Dennos Museum Hopes Rebrand Will Better Engage Visitors, Unlock Critical Funding

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What's Traverse City Thankful For?

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Residents Weigh In: What Surveys Say About GT County, Peninsula Township

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Suspect Named in Meijer Kidnapping Case

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Elk Rapids Harbor Days Rescheduled For 2026; Festival Will Occur One Week Later Than Normal

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Garfield Township Updates: YMCA Expansion, High Tops, Oleson Property

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Join Us for a Special December Recess of Giving at the TC Phil!

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Northern Michigan's Toys for Tots Network Braces for Record Need

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Developments Move Forward in Boardman Lake District

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Munson Awarded $2.5 Million Grant for Homelessness Care

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DDA Board Approves Farmers Market Design, Two-Way State Street, Rotary Square Engineering

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Man Arrested for Attempted Abduction at Meijer Gas Station

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Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Traverse City's Downtown Christmas Tree

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Kingsley Had A Big Sports Weekend

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