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ON THE MICHIGAN TRAIL
with Gonzo and Amy


Find what might be the biggest pumpkin display in Michigan in this tiny village
The pumpkin display put out by this bar owner in Shepherd Michigan is incredible.
Amy Sherman
Oct 24, 20243 min read
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Celebrate Juneteenth across Michigan
It's a different kind of road trip this week for Behind the Mitten, as we travel by holiday, to learn all about Juneteenth, a federal...
Amy Sherman
Jun 17, 20243 min read
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Sip N' Sail, shop, stir and stay downtown Mackinac Island
From fudge fun to cruising around on a historical boat, we talk all about what to do on Mackinac Island this summer.
Amy Sherman
May 19, 20244 min read
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Grill on the Hill returns May 4 to Treetops Resort
By John D. Gonzalez @MichiganGonzo GAYLORD, MI - It's back! And Behind the Mitten will be there once again as judges of the 6th annual...

John Gonzalez
May 1, 20241 min read
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How Amy & Gonzo would celebrate Pi Day 2024, with the WCFX 'Flakes'!
BY JOHN D. GONZALEZ @BehindTheMitten Every Thursday morning you can hear Behind the Mitten's Amy Sherman and John Gonzalez as guests of...

John Gonzalez
Mar 14, 20242 min read
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Zehnder's Snowfest continues through Jan. 28
BY JOHN D. GONZALEZ @MichiganGonzo Photo Courtesy of Zehnder's Snowfest. FRANKENMUTH, MI - On a recent episode of "Behind the Mitten,"...

John Gonzalez
Jan 26, 20241 min read
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It's time to explore Winter in Michigan!
PHOTO: Courtesy of Downtown Grand Rapids, Inc. "World of Winter," Jan. 12-March 10, 2024 BY JOHN D. GONZALEZ @MichiganGonzo On our most...

John Gonzalez
Jan 17, 20242 min read
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Tina Turner musical is a rock concert with an inspirational story, says Broadway star
By John Gonzalez @MichiganGonzo PHOTO: Matthew Murphy Ari Groover is not your normal theater kid. You know the type: Vocal and dance...

John Gonzalez
Nov 7, 20233 min read
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Shake, Rattle and Roll at the Grand Rapids Parkinson Walk
The Grand Rapids Parkinson Foundation Walk 2023 Heroes Honoree Renee Orr, left, and Behind the Mitten host Amy Sherman. We mean this in...
Amy Sherman
Oct 10, 20233 min read
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'To Kill a Mockingbird' still relevant today, actor says
BY JOHN D. GONZALEZ @MichiganGonzo Photo: Courtesy of Julieta Cervantes EAST LANSING, MI - There’s a harsh reality to the current...

John Gonzalez
Oct 3, 20233 min read
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It's Oktoberfest season ... in Michigan!
BY JOHN D. GONZALEZ @MichiganGonzo GRAND RAPIDS, MI - It's back! Oktoberfest! The most wonderful time of the year for those who love a...

John Gonzalez
Sep 28, 20233 min read
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Northern Michigan's Drew Hale headed to Grand Ole Opry
BY JOHN D. GONZALEZ @MichiganGonzo TRAVERSE CITY, MI - One of the things we love to do on our "Behind the Mitten" radio show is to...

John Gonzalez
Sep 27, 20232 min read
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Don't Miss the Laughs: 'Funny Girl' delivers them at Broadway Grand Rapids
BY JOHN D. GONZALEZ @MichiganGonzo GRAND RAPIDS, MI - Hey there, folks, it's John Gonzalez of "Behind the Mitten", and I'm here to break...

John Gonzalez
Sep 21, 20233 min read
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Consumers Energy SmartArt highlights our bright future
This week we turned our focus to ArtPrize, the annual international art competition and cultural event that is held in Grand Rapids in...
Amy Sherman
Sep 14, 20233 min read
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Let's Meet in Mt. Pleasant
It’s almost time for back to school, and that means that by the end of August, about 25,000 students will descend upon Mt. Pleasant,...
Amy Sherman
Jul 31, 20234 min read
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National Cherry Festival 2023: Top things to Do
BY JOHN D. GONZALEZ @MichiganGonzo TRAVERSE CITY, MI - It's time for the 97th annual National Cherry Festival in Traverse City, and...

John Gonzalez
Jun 30, 20234 min read
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Tee up for Father’s Day with Treetops Resort
It's almost Father's Day.....so get Dad something that is truly Pure Michigan...a trip to Michigan's golf mecca Gaylord Michigan to...
Amy Sherman
Jun 16, 20233 min read
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You can try fish six different ways at this Sault Ste Marie restaurant
One of the true joys of a visit to the Upper Peninsula is eating freshly caught whitefish that has been expertly prepared. You can do...
Amy Sherman
Jun 15, 20232 min read
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The iconic 'Jesus Christ Superstar' returns to Michigan for 50th anniversary tour
BY JOHN GONZALEZ @MichiganGonzo EAST LANSING, MI - At age 50, “Jesus Christ Superstar” has never looked better. The award-winning musical...

John Gonzalez
Jun 13, 20233 min read
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Happy 150th Birthday Ludington!
BY AMY SHERMAN @amyonthetrail LUDINGTON, MI - You only turn 150 once, so you better make it a pretty big deal! Pure Ludington has a very...

John Gonzalez
Jun 9, 20231 min read
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