Iron Works #2 - Cranbrook by MikeRyu
Our Michigan February Event Calendar shows that the more the weather tries to keep us holed up, the more ways we find to get out and have fun!! Of course, there's still many, many more and we invite you to fill us in on other February events in the comments.
February Fast Facts - Wikipedia
- Having only 28 days in common years, it is the only month of the year that can pass without a single full moon. 2012 is a Leap Year!
- It has 29 days in leap years, when the year number is divisible by four (except for years that are divisible by 100 and not by 400 in the Gregorian calendar)
- It is the only month of the calendar that once every six years and twice every 11 years, will have only four full 7-day weeks.
- Its birth flower is the Viola (plant) and the Primrose.
- Its birthstone is the amethyst.
February Quotes
"Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is the time for home." - Edith Sitwell
"Surely as cometh the Winter, I know
There are Spring violets under the snow." - R. H. Newell
"February is merely as long as is needed to pass the time until March." - Dr. J. R. Stockton
"Winter, a lingering season, is a time to gather golden moments, embark upon a sentimental journey, and enjoy every idle hour." - John Boswell
"February makes a bridge and March breaks it." - George Hebert
Notable February Dates from Michigan History Magazine
- February 13, 1855 The Michigan legislature protects escaped slaves.
- February 24, 1863 Michigan supports the Emancipation Proclamation.
- February 17, 1864 The First Michigan Colored Infantry is mustered into federal service.
- February 21, 1905 The National Ski Association is organized in Ishpeming.
- February 20, 1909 The Hudson Motor Car Company is organized.
- February 2, 1936 Ty Cobb becomes one of the first players selected to enter the newly formed Baseball Hall of Fame.
- February 8, 1985 The Stroh Brewery announces it is closing its Detroit plant.
Michigan Events for February
Also see the Pure Michigan Blog and the UP Travel Calendar for more events!
Ice Climbing - Tannery Falls
by James Marvin Phelps
February 2 - 5
Michigan Ice Fest, Munising
Ice Fest is an annual tradition that features climbing for sure, but it gives attendees a chance to learn and develop skills, hear from some of the masters if the art and to connect with friends and fellow climbers from around the Midwest! Games, winter gear demos, bonfire, sledding hill, raffles, drinks and food are all part of this event. (check out some of the incredible climbs!)
February 2-5
North American Snow Festival, Cadillac
Featuring snowmobiling, downhill skiing, snow shoeing, cross country skiing, snow softball, polar dip, ice fishing, antique sleds, fun run, food, beverages and much more, the annual Snow Festival is a four-day celebration of winter in northern Michigan.
February 4 - 5
Taste the Passion, Leelanau Peninsula
Get a head start on Valentines Day and join the wineries of the Leelanau Wine Trail for an annual weekend celebrating wine, chocolate and love. The event features food & wine pairings at each winery along with special, winter-themed events.
The Swimmers of 2009 Perchville
by sunrisepenny
February 3 - 5
Perchville USA, East Tawas & Tawas City
The 62nd Annual Perchville USA features fishing contests, polar bear dip, a parade and more perch than you can shake a fishing pole at!
February 4
International 500 Snowmobile Race, Sault Ste. Marie
First run in 1969, the annual International 500 Snowmobile Race offers all the thrills of NASCAR on a one-mile ice oval, with drivers reaching speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour. Includes all kinds of snowmobile exhibits and vendors and was proclaimed by Gov. Snyder as Michigan's premier winter sporting event!
February 9 - 12
Michigan Tech University Winter Carnival, Houghton
Events include the famous snow statues, sporting events including skating, curling, broomball, ice bowling, human sled dog racing, the queen contest, a torch light parade, fireworks, the Sno-Ball and much more.
February 10 -12
Midwest Telefest, Porcupine Mountain, Ontonagon
Telefest is the largest gathering of free heelers in the Midwest! Now in its 22nd season, Telefest has evolved into a tradition and is a hallmark celebration of the telemark turn. During Telefest there will be opportunities to try out the latest tele gear, take an instructional course or clinic, compete in races, cut turns in the backcountry, watch a movie, and dance with friends at the party!
Ski Jumping in Michigan by gkretovic
February 11 - 12
Pine Mountain Continental Cup Ski Jumping Tournament, Iron Mountain
For the 73rd year ski jumpers from around the globe will gather in Iron Mountain to try and claim king of the mountain at the 120 meter Pine Mountain Ski Jump. Known around the world as one of the more challenging ski jumping venues, Pine Mountain over time has attracted some of the world’s best. Countries expected to compete in the 2012 competition include Austria, Czech Republic, Norway, Sweden, Poland, Slovenia, Canada, Kazakhstan, Finland, Germany, Turkey and of course the United States.
February 11 - 19
Detroit Boat Show - Detroit
The Detroit Boat Show has been staged every year for 51 years, and is known as the premier boating event in the State of Michigan. The Detroit Boat Show is known as one of the top boat shows in the country in regards to size, sales and attendance.
Dog sled races, UP200, 2007 by e.rabior
February 16 - 20
UP 200, Midnight Run Sled-Dog Championships and The Jack Pine 30 - Marquette
Three UP sled dog races provide a variety of challenges for mushers. The UP 200 is actually 240 miles in length and is a qualifying race for the Iditarod. Over 15,000 visitors come to Michigan's Upper Peninsula (U.P.) to see the U.P. 200! It is a favorite winter event for local residents and out of town guests. The U.P. 200 has a dedicated group of over 500 volunteers from the U.P. and the mid-west region that come together to stage this great event each year.
February 17 - 19
Cherry Capital Winter WOW Fest - Traverse City
Winter WOW Fest is a three-day wintertime celebration chock-full of fun for all ages in the Cherry Capital of the World, President's Day Weekend featuring food, wine, music, ice & snow sculptures, a snowboard rail jam and much more.
February 16 - 19
Frost Bite Winter Festival - Harrison
The 2012 theme is "Vegas!" featuring a Casino Party, Fake Vegas-style "Speed Weddings", night out with the Vegas Showgirls and golf and ice fishing tournaments. The golf tournament takes place on 5 groomed nine-hole courses, where novice and veteran golfers hit brightly colored tennis balls over the snow.
February 17 - 19
U.P. Pond Hockey Championship - St. Ignace
The Labatt Blue UP Pond Hockey Championship features over 150 teams competing for prizes is played on the wild ice of Moran Bay in St. Ignace, part of Lake Huron. The tournament is the only one in Michigan where the 'pond' is actually one of the Great Lakes! Includes and appearance of the Detroit Red Wings Alumni team for an exhibition game on Friday.
Winter Microbrew Fest by farlane
February 18
Traverse City Winter Microbrew & Music Festival, Traverse City
The 3rd annual TC Winter Microbrew fest brings over 40 breweries, wineries, cideries, and meaderies to the Grand Traverse Commons along with local food, beer pairings, heated tents, and a wide range of musical entertainment including fire dancers and silent disco to celebrate winter & brewing and benefit Bay Area Recycling for Charities.
February 18
Romancing the Riesling, Traverse City
Northern Michigan is known for producing top notch Riesling grapes, and this annual event celebrates by sharing some of the best Rieslings the Old Mission Peninsula has to offer. Participating wineries will showcase a Riesling, served in your very own souvenir wine glass and perfectly paired with a food offering. As an extra bonus, guests will enjoy at least 10% off all Riesling wine purchases at the participating wineries throughout the event.
Upper Tahquamenon Falls-Winter
by James Marvin Phelps
February 18
Tahquamenon Snowshoe Race, Tahquamenon Falls State Park
Starting at Upper Tahquamenon Falls, this annual event offers 5K, 10K, 20K and 800 meter Kids Snowshoe races. Many age groups with awards to the top three in each age group for each race.
February 20 - 25
Grand Rapids Beer Week, Grand Rapids
With seven established breweries within the city limits, Grand Rapids is quickly becoming a destination for craft beer culture. GR Beer Week is a celebration of that and will feature beer dinners, rare beer tastings, tap takeovers and other unique events.
February 24
The Great Wine & Food Symposium, Grand Rapids
Escape the snow with an evening of indulgence at The Great Wine & Food Symposium, west Michigan's premier wine tasting event. You'll enjoy gourmet food selections, and your single ticket price includes unlimited sampling of over 300 wines and beers from around the world as classical music drifts through the halls. Order your favorite wine and beer with up to a 40% discount.
February 25
The Outhouse 500 - Coopersville
Join in with the hilarious and wacky fun of the 6th Annual Outhouse 500 on Main Street in Historic Downtown Coopersville! Hosted by the Main Street Merchants Association. Teams parade, then race their uniquely decorated outhouses down Main Street!
February 25
Winter Beer Festival - Grand Rapids
NOTE - this event is (already) sold out!! The Annual Winter Beer Festival takes place at the Fifth Third Ballpark in Comstock Park, just north of Grand Rapids. The Winter Festival is a unique opportunity to sample some of the best beers in the world, all brewed in Michigan. The event includes more than 35 Michigan microbreweries and brewpubs with more than 200 different beers available to sample.
Trenary Outhouse Suessical by CreateWithKim
February 25
Trenary Outhouse Classic - The Outhouse Races - Trenary
The Outhouse Classic is an annual race in Trenary where outhouses are built and raced down the main street. There are categories: speed, presentation, best use of theme, most humorous, best workmanship, and most miles traveled. Families come to the event to watch and to compete, there are two different age brackets making competitions fair. A few years ago nuns came to compete and built the Vati-Can. Make sure to head on up to Trenary for the annual Outhouse Classic. Read Absolute Michigan's Sports that ARE Silly: Outhouse Racing or watch Outhouse Classic Outhouse Race in Trenary, Michigan.
February 29
Leap Year!, all over Michigan
February 29th only comes once every 4 years, so do something special to mark it!
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just in case anyone is interested... there is a photography exhibit opening at the belmont in hamtramck on wednesday, february 25th from 8pm - 12am. come one, come all! food, photos, and fun!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/n_elle/3228064979/
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Inforum Presents Luncheon: MOXIE! Courage, Strength and Leadership to Thrive Through Transition
Event date: Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009, 11:30 a.m.
DETROIT – Inforum presents "MOXIE!" a much needed luncheon program offering inspiration to motivate women to use courage, strength and leadership to face the personal and professional challenges of a shrinking job market and a poor economy.
The program features a panel of three top women executives who have used their personal moxie to successfully navigate change and persevere through challenging transitions in their lives.
"We've brought together this powerful panel of speakers to give women in Michigan, facing these dire economic times, what they need now -- a roadmap for finding their own moxie!" said President and CEO Terry Barclay. "Women with MOXIE have mastered balancing strength, and leadership with mental and emotional grace."
The speakers will share inspirational empowering insights and real-life examples of how they used their moxie to manage upheaval and change, adapt and come out on top.
Panelists
*Kathy Oswald, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, Henry Ford Health System and previously president of the Right Management, Great Lakes Region
*Jacqueline Dedo, Vice President of Strategy, Dana Corporation and previously senior vice president of innovation and growth at The Timken Co.
*Amy S. Courter, Major General, National Commander, Civil Air Patrol, Inc. and Chief Executive Officer, Advanced Materials Intl, Inc.
Moderator: Ann Thomas, Producer, WJR
Date: Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009, 11:30 a.m.
Time: 11:30 a.m. Networking/Registration; 11:50 a.m. Luncheon/Presentation
Location: Southfield Westin, 1500 Town Center, Southfield, MI 48075
Tickets: Member, $40; Non-Member, $55 (Add $10 after Feb. 9, 2009)
Tables of 8 may be purchased for $380, which includes special recognition and reserved seating at the event.
Register on the calendar at http://www.inforummichigan.org or 877.633.3500.
This program is presented by Inforum, one of the largest and most prestigious business forums for women in the nation. It has more than 2,000 members from a broad cross-section of Michigan’s business community. The mission of the organization is to strengthen the business environment by creating opportunities for women to lead and succeed. Founded as the Women’s Economic Club in 1962 in Detroit, Inforum has affiliates in Grand Rapids and Lansing, Michigan. For more information, visit http://www.inforummichigan.org or call 877.633.3500.
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Climb Grand Rapids is the American Lung Association of Michigan's competitive stair climb, where individuals and teams will race up the JW Marriott while raising money to fund lung health research, education and advocacy in Michigan.
WHAT: Participants will take steps to end lung disease in this 23-floor up and down stair climb benefitting the American Lung Association of Michigan.
WHERE: JW Marriott, 235 Louis Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
WHEN: Saturday, February 21, 2009. Registration 9:00 a.m., first step 10:00 a.m.
WHO: Novice and expert athletes of all ages. Register today at http://www.ClimbGrandRapids.org.
WHY: When you register for Climb Grand Rapids, you are representing the millions of Americans living with lung disease that cannot climb for themselves.
Take the first step towards a future free of lung disease by registering online at http://www.ClimbGrandRapids.org. Once registered, climbers can personalize their own participant page that can easily be sent to others to raise funds and recruit additional climbers.
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Alternatives for Girls 20th Annual Role Model Dinner
“Audacity to Succeedâ€
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Westin Book Cadillac
Tickets: $150/ person
For more information about the Alternatives For Girls 2009 Role Model Dinner, call
Brenda Griffin at 313-361-4000, ext. 223
Alternatives For Girls, a non-profit organization that assists homeless and high-risk girls and young women avoid violence, teen pregnancy and exploitation, announces their 2009 Role Models to be honored at an annual dinner and auction fund-raiser “Audacity to Succeed,†to be held on April 30, at the Detroit Westin Book Cadillac Hotel.
Selected for the Professional Role Model is Karen Love, COO of the Michigan Chronicle and the Michigan FrontPage. Gail Perry Mason, who is first vice-president of Oppenheimer & Co., Inc., was chosen as the Community Role Model; and Marla Tapper Young, co-owner of Tapper’s Diamonds and Fine Jewelry, was selected to receive the Emerging Leader Award. This year, a Summit Award will be presented to Michigan Representative Rashida Tlaib, the first Muslim woman to serve in the Michigan Legislature.
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Alternatives for Girls 20th Annual Role Model Dinner
“Audacity to Succeedâ€
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Westin Book Cadillac
Tickets: $150/ person
For more information about the Alternatives For Girls 2009 Role Model Dinner, call
Brenda Griffin at 313-361-4000, ext. 223
Alternatives For Girls, a non-profit organization that assists homeless and high-risk girls and young women avoid violence, teen pregnancy and exploitation, announces their 2009 Role Models to be honored at an annual dinner and auction fund-raiser “Audacity to Succeed,†to be held on April 30, at the Detroit Westin Book Cadillac Hotel.
Selected for the Professional Role Model is Karen Love, COO of the Michigan Chronicle and the Michigan FrontPage. Gail Perry Mason, who is first vice-president of Oppenheimer & Co., Inc., was chosen as the Community Role Model; and Marla Tapper Young, co-owner of Tapper’s Diamonds and Fine Jewelry, was selected to receive the Emerging Leader Award. This year, a Summit Award will be presented to Michigan Representative Rashida Tlaib, the first Muslim woman to serve in the Michigan Legislature.
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CALENDAR RELEASE: June 25, 2009 Event
Contact: Leslie Herrick, APR, Communications Manager, Inforum
Ph: 313.578.3244
Cell: 313.303.3263
Email: Lherrick@inforummichigan.org
Inforum “Social Media Jump Start†seminar features Ford digital marketing guru Scott Monty and power house social media panel
Panelists: Terry Bean, John Hill, Derek Mehraban & Catherine Juon
DETROIT -- Scott Monty, Global Digital and Multimedia Communications Manager for Ford Motor Company, and a panel of social media experts will share case studies, tips and best practices for using social media to positively drive your business at a "Social Media Jump Start†seminar hosted by Inforum on Thursday, June 25.
The Wall Street Journal, Forbes Magazine, and New York Times are a-twitter about how businesses and individuals benefit by using social networking—also known as digital marketing—as a communication tool to build their brands. From Facebook and LinkedIn to Twitter and Search Engine Optimization, the myriad of social networking options often leaves technical newbies feeling overwhelmed.
“Inforum’s Social Media Jump Start program offers a user friendly, high impact/low fear approach to give participants the foundation and practical application needed to immediately begin effective use of social media,†said Inforum COO Kari Lawry.
Panelist Derek Mehraban, CEO, Ingenex Digital Marketing, said, “Social media provides measurable results. We’re going to illustrate how individuals can grow their businesses by building an online community around their brand. Participants will learn and how to track fans and followers, follow link traffic to see who is seeking more information about them, and measure the growth of personal or corporate brands online."
The panel also includes: Terry Bean – Chief Networking Officer, Networked Inc and Motor City Connect; John Hill – Director of Career Services, Michigan State University; and Catherine Juon –Co-Founder and Catalyst, Pure Visibility.
Participants will receive tips and tactics on how to build business and personal brands by effectively using social media, digital marketing, search engine optimization, Google tools, and online brand building. They’ll also learn how to publish content, such as press releases and important news about their businesses.
The Social Media Jump Start event will be held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Dearborn, 7:30 a.m.-noon. Breakfast will be served. The public is welcome to attend by registering on the calendar at http://www.inforummichigan.org.
Date: Thursday, June 25, 2009
Time: 7:30 a.m. Registration; 8 a.m. Breakfast & Keynote Presentation by Scott Monty; 9:30 a.m. – 12 Noon Panel discussion
Place: Hyatt Regency Hotel, Dearborn
Cost: Inforum members $50; Non-members $75 (Add $10 after June 21)
To register or for more information on Inforum’s Social Media Jump Start, visit June 25 on the calendar at http://www.inforummichigan.org or call 877.633.3500.
Inforum is one of the largest and most prestigious business forums for women in the nation, with more than 1,800 members from a broad cross-section of Michigan’s business community. The mission of the organization is to strengthen the business environment by creating opportunities for women to lead and succeed. Founded as the Women’s Economic Club in 1962 in Detroit, Inforum has affiliates in Grand Rapids and Lansing, Mich. For more information, visit http://www.inforummichigan.org or call 877.633.3500.
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Barefoot Productions presents the suspense thriller, Rope, which opens February 12 and runs through February 28.
Patrick Hamilton's intricately-crafted and chilling play inspired Alfred Hitchcock's classic film of the same name, which starred Jimmy Stewart.
Rope, a taut, dark and intelligent thriller which will leave audiences breathless, is directed by Barefoot's Craig A. Hane, who has electrified audiences with similar productions such as Black Coffee and Prescription: Murder.
Two wealthy collegians execute a "perfect murder," placing the hapless victim's body in their parlor trunk and proceeding to host a dinner party, serving food off the same macabre trunk. Among the dinner guests is their respected mentor, who unwittingly may have contributed to the young men's twisted actions. What results is a battle of arrogance, philosophy and riveting drama. Performances are:
February 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27 at 8:40 p.m.
February 21 and 28 at 2 p.m.
Barefoot Productions
240 N. Main Street
Plymouth, MI 48170
Walker-Buzenberg Building adjacent to Bode's Restaurant
Tickets may be purchased online at http://www.justgobarefoot.com or by calling box office at 734/560-1493. Tickets are $12 for general admission and $10 for students/seniors. Group rates are also available. All performances are held at the Walker-Buzenberg Building, 240 N. Main Street, Plymouth, MI 48170.
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Cindy Perri, Life Coach/Career Development Facilitator/Inspirational Speaker, is hosting a free workshop entitled "All is Not Lost" at Renaissance Unity in Warren on Saturday 2/6/10. If you have lost your job, home, provisions, etc. (or fear losing them) this workshop is for you. For details visit http://cindyperri.com/events/
This is a free event. Donations accepted and apprecitated.
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