Barter Fair at Grow Benzie
A conversation with Paula Friedrich, a cofounder of this anarchic event, in which we discuss the joy of fair trade and the art of the flyer.
Stories by
Emily Kay Votruba
Fill in the Blank
A report on the May 21, 2026, regular council meeting; part the second
The Jammin’ Mondays Lineup
Check back to this pinned post for updates, and maybe some capsule reviews??
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Welp [Smacks Thighs]
A report on the May 21, 2026, regular council meeting; part the first
Council Meeting Agenda, Saturday Updates, and Two Local Memorials for Memorial Day
The forecast calls for raises, paint, heavy foot traffic, and no fog(hat).
Alert the Vampires
The "Friends of EDNA,” a new booster group, will be pulling garlic mustard tomorrow morning and again next Sunday.
Parks & Rec Meeting Thursday
What’s on the agenda for the first meeting of 2026?
Sounds Delicious
Come to a potluck meet-and-greet with visiting artist Matthew Burtner
Float Like a Butterfly
Happy Mother's Day, everybody!
Good Fencing
On May 6, the Planning Commission answered public questions, heard comments, and (after some further parsing) voted to adopt the new zoning ordinance and pass it on to the Village Council.
Kristine Mills Resigns as ELSS Manager
Ms. Mills simply exquisitely ran Life Saving Station rentals for 15 years.
A Proper Airing: May Calendar Mini Blast
May will bring a lot of movement through the Village’s nooks and crannies, with a community sale, spring cleanup, and some attention paid to the swamp. Shop for a market basket!