Downtown Businesses on the Move, Plus More Retail & Restaurant News
By Beth Milligan | May 14, 2026
Several downtown Traverse City businesses are on the move – including swapping locations, preparing for summer relaunches, or getting ready to open their doors for the first time. The Ticker has the latest on those and other restaurant and retail updates from across the region.
Downtown Moves
The recent sale of the building at 122 Cass Street to a new owner means popular downtown retail store My Secret Stash is on the move after 12 years. Owner Karen Roofe is planning to relocate the store to 124 South Union Street, a space she holds the lease to and formerly had her store I'm Planty AF within before consolidating it with My …
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Members Create
This exhibition runs from March 20 - May 28, with a public reception on March 20 at 5pm … More Info >>10:00 AM
"350: Imagining the World in 2126"
As communities across the country reflect on America’s 250th anniversary, 350 artists look forward instead of back — … More Info >>10:00 AM
Artist Presentation: Michael Hudson-Casanova
Chicago musician Michael Hudson-Casanova is the Glen Arbor Arts Center's first artist-resident of 2026. During his two-week stay, … More Info >>10:00 AM
Connections & Flow
This exhibit brings together the work of photographers Ragnar Avery & Calvin Boulter in an exhibition that reflects … More Info >>10:00 AM
Guild Pop-Up Exhibit: Terrie Collins
Texture: Collins likes to put many layers on a canvas, & loves the process of painting. Runs through … More Info >>10:00 AM
Local Color A to Z
Showcase of works in oil, acrylic, watercolor & mixed media created by a talented local artist group. Runs … More Info >>10:00 AM
The Art of Connection
Grand Traverse Industries Client Artist Exhibit. Runs May 1-30. An opening reception will be held on May 1 … More Info >>10:00 AM
Tomorrow's Artists Today
Featuring: 2026 High School Portfolio. This exhibition features the work of eight emerging artists, showcasing a fresh & … More Info >>11:00 AM
Impressions of an Era: Prints from the Denison Museum Collection
This selection of prints, created between 1970 & 1990 by nationally & internationally recognized contemporary artists, reflects two … More Info >>11:00 AM
NMC Hosted High School Art Exhibition
Runs May 8-31. The NMC High School Art Exhibition, juried by NMC Art & VisCom faculty, features artwork … More Info >>11:00 AM
New Perspectives: Recent Aquisitions from the Dennos Permanent Art Collection
Runs Jan. 23 - May 31. From new paintings & works on paper gifted through the Museum Exchange … More Info >>11:00 AM
Trilobite Treasures
Runs Jan. 23 - May 31. This exhibit presents Paleozoic creatures in a way that tells a story … More Info >>12:00 PM
2026 Northwest Michigan Arts & Culture Summit: "Against the Current"
May 14-15. Creatives from across the region will gather for two days of connection, learning, & shared momentum. … More Info >>2:00 PM
"Around the World" with Doc Probes
Doc Probes performs his "Around The World" international variety show, singing & accompanying himself on guitar for international … More Info >>2:00 PM
Spring Crafternoon
Breathe new life into old books! Enjoy a hands-on crafting session & transform pages into a folded book … More Info >>4:00 PM
RR Historical Society of NW Michigan
The Railroad Historical Society of NW Michigan is celebrating its 40th Anniversary with a get-together. Anyone interested in … More Info >>4:30 PM
Forest to Fork: A Springtime Gathering
May 14-17. Local chefs, farmers, artisans, & hosts offer foraging excursions, intimate dinners featuring spring ingredients, collaborative tastings, … More Info >>5:30 PM
4th Annual "Spring Flight" Silent Auction Supporting North Sky Raptor Sanctuary
Birds, bids, brews & games for all ages. More Info >>5:30 PM
Everyone Has a Story: Storytelling Community Circle
Join The Kingsley Folk School for a relaxed, no-prep storytelling community circle, Everyone Has a Story. Share real … More Info >>6:00 PM
International Affairs Forum & On The Ground Global
Featuring "Land of Canaan," an intimate documentary on Palestinian farmers & their ancient olive trees - symbols of … More Info >>7:00 PM
"Life on the Car Ferries"
Enjoy this Benzie Academy Lecture as Tim Foster takes an in-depth look at what it was like to … More Info >>7:00 PM
Leelanau Reads Book Discussion: "Wreck" by Catherine Newman
Copies of the book are available at the library's front desk, or use the Libby app to borrow … More Info >>7:00 PM
Richard Gilewitz
Internationally acclaimed fingerstyle guitarist Richard Gilewitz will perform live as part of his album release tour celebrating his … More Info >>7:00 PM
Rust, Grit & Glory: Classic Trucks Through the Decades
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