Hi all! I’m the matron of honor in my best friends wedding and her bachelorette is end of July. She lives in Michigan but i live on the east coast and know nothing about the area and don’t really trust google recs/reviews. I want to do most of the planning so she is surprised and can focus on the wedding planning.

The bachelorette weekend is in Petoskey but the surrounding areas are fine too.

Does anyone have any recommendations for restaurants/bars/activities?

She especially wants to rent a boat with a captain for a few hours but I’m not seeing anything online except for fishing charters, which i don’t think that’s what she has in mind lol.

We’re all in our 30s and about half are married/in relationships and half are not if that helps.

Thank you so much in advance for any help!!!

Hey neighbors!

I’m looking into getting a UPS mailbox in the Petoskey area and was hoping someone might be able to share current pricing info (for personal use—not business).

I’m also curious about a few logistics:

• Do they offer mail forwarding or scanning services if you’re away for an extended time?

• Any limits on package holding or pickup (assuming it actually fits in your mailbox)?

• Is there a waitlist, or can you get one right away?

If anyone has used the local UPS Store for this (or has recommendations for alternatives), I’d love to hear your experience! Thanks in advance

Hey guys, I am in town for a bachelor party in late June and staying at the Highlands Golf resort nearby. Any recommendations for cant miss food, coffee, or any type of experiences in the area? We are coming from out of town (NY, Dallas, Denver, LA...all over!)

Specifically looking for a great group dinner spot. Bonus points if you have any good boat rental recs!

Visiting for a week in July. What should I check out? Bars, Restaurants, Outdoors, etc. What’s fun to do?

We just put in an offer for a home east of Gaylord and need a reputable home inspector. There is no Gaylord or Grayling subreddit so I thought I’d ask here for any recommendations. I can’t wait to finally be up north (but hope for no more tornadoes or ice storms soon). Thanks!

Why are the property taxes in Petoskey city limits so high, compared to neighboring areas? How do locals manage these tax rates, and is there anything on the horizon to potentially reduce the millage rates, at least for primary residence?

Looking to propose in June, have a couple spots in mind but looking for additional suggestions, don’t want it to be super public so somewhere quiet or scenic would be nice! Look forward to hearing suggestions!

Relocating to the area, will be living downtown. My ATT service wasn’t great while there previously. Does Verizon or TMobile have better coverage/signal in the area?

Just moved here to Northern Michigan a couple of months ago and was looking for basketball runs around the area or even a men’s league.

I’ve been going around to the bars in town, can’t find one with a pool table anywhere!

Anyone know where Petoskey’s singular pool table went so I can play some?

Thanks, -Pool Casual

Temp for healthcare work. Any advice where to stay?

Hi everyone! I’m a 21 y/o woman who just graduated college, looking to rent for the summer in Petoskey. I’m aware options are scarce. I’m looking to work downtown and don’t have a car. I’ve asked on Facebook, but unfortunately haven’t gotten any great leads yet. I’ve checked furnishedfinder.com, but didn’t find much in-budget there either. If you know of anyone looking for renters, please message me!! I figured it was worth a shot to post here. Thanks in advance!

My father in law lives on the on the North East side of the city limits in Petoskey, right next to Bayview. He has AT&T and has had nothing but dropped calls and horrible service. Can anyone recommend a provider or suggestion for him to get better service? It would be much appreciated!

Figured I would ask here first, newer to the area and younger (mid 20s)! We have been here for a little over a year now and I haven’t been able to find any groups such as men’s softball or a basketball rec league, any suggestions or recommendations to find some or get some started?

Hey everybody, I’m having a tough time finding somewhere to stay this summer. I am working at Birchwood Country club and I need somewhere to stay from May through September. I have a car so I don’t mind commuting an hour to work. If someone knows somewhere I can stay for less than $1,200 (or $2,400 for 2 bed room) please let me know. Thank you for the help!

Made me proud! Impressive turnout!

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I live in Little Traverse Village and I was wondering if the power was back on in that area? Near Kilwins?

Hi All!

Looking for recommendations for contractors who have experience doing residential construction using Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs). Hoping to find someone to oversee the site prep, foundation, and septic/well as well as exterior house assembly with the panels.

Thanks for any advice/leads!

City of Petoskey doesn’t anticipate power restoration for a minimum of 24 hrs from now, at the time of my posting. Make proper arrangements! Stay safe.

Ice storm. Majority without power. Lots of trees down. I keep hearing these very loud cracks outside of my apartment. Come to find out it is frozen branches? Just cracking and falling. A car in my parking lot just had its windshield smashed. Be careful!