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News Releases
December 20, 2011
The Homestead Announces Winter Cooking Class Schedule
The Homestead has announced its Winter 2012 schedule for cooking classes at Nonna’s Loft – a 900-square foot cooking school facility. Executive Chef John Piombo will lead hands-on instruction using fresh, local ingredients. Classes are being offered to both resort guests and the general public, starting in early January and running through early March.
December 14, 2011
The Homestead Offers the Friendliest Family Pricing in the Industry - Kids 17 & Under Ski Free
The Homestead announced today that it is taking strong steps to encourage families to ski and ride. Kids 17 and under will ski and ride free...all winter long with no blackout dates.
November 7, 2011
Veterans Day Michigan Ski Giveaway 2011
The Homestead is looking for a few good men and women this Veterans Day. In a special online contest, The Homestead has teamed up with Fox Motors and WLDR Radio in a contest to
give away 100 free, Sunday ski season passes good for the entire 2011-2012 winter season.
September 14, 2011
The Homestead's Spa Amira Participates in the Northern MI Spa Tour to Benefit Habitat for Humanity
The Homestead has banded together with nine other Northern Michigan spas to support
Habitat for Humanity's Northern Michigan Chapters through a showing of Dr. Wayne Dyer's movie, The Shift. The fundraising event occurs on Monday, September 19 at the City Opera House in downtown Traverse City.
In addition, Northern Michigan Spa Tour is hosting a week of fundraising from October 3 to October 9, 2011. The Homestead's Spa Amira along with nine other Northern Michigan spas will donate $10 from each 50-minute or longer spa service to Habitat for Humanity.
August 18, 2011
ABC's Good Morning America Declares Sleeping Bear Dunes the "Most Beautiful Place in America"
After viewer votes were tabulated, roughly four million watched last Wednesday when ABC's top morning show, Good Morning America, crowned the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore "The Most Beautiful Place in America." "To be singled out is an incredible honor, especially when you consider the competition," says Sleeping Bear Dunes Visitors Bureau spokesperson Jamie Jewell.
September 14, 2011
The Homestead Hosts Winemaker Dinner Featuring Maculan Wines from Italy
It is not often that a winemaker from Italy travels to Leelanau County to be on hand to interact with dinner guests, but on September 26, 2011, Angela Maculan of Maculan Estate Winery will be at The Homestead to do just that. Guests will experience exemplary Italian wines from Maculan paired with gourmet food prepared by The Homestead's Executive Chef John Piombo. The winemaker chose five distinct wines to serve at each of the five dinner courses.
August 2, 2011
Neighbors Helping Neighbors - 4th Annual ShareCare Golf Outting
The Homestead will be hosting the 7th Annual Charity Golf Outing on Thursday, August 18, 2011. All proceeds will benefit ShareCare of Leelanau. Mountain Flowers, The Homestead's private Par 3, nine hole golf course will be open to the public for this special event. "This event is a great opportunity for local golfers to experience the resort's challenging Par 3 course and benefit a great local organization," said Jamie Jewell, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at The Homestead. "Mountain Flowers is known for its' spectacular views of Lake Michigan!"
August 1, 2011
Wings of Wonder Screech Owl Release at The Homestead
The Homestead and Wings of Wonder invite you to a raptor release on Thursday, August 4, 2011 at the resort's Camp Tam-A-Rack outdoor amphitheatre. Wings of Wonder will have two young eastern screech owls ready for release to a natural habitat. Rebecca Lessard, Executive Director of Wings of Wonder, will present a program called "The Wonders of Raptors" from 7-8pm which is free and open to the community. The owl release will happen right after the program.
July 6, 2011
Wings of Wonder Program Offered Free to Homestead Guests
Guests and club members at The Homestead will be treated to a series of free nature-based programs this summer with The Wonders of Raptors by Rebecca Lessard of Wings of Wonder. The programs will be offered in the Camp Tamarack amphitheatre. Lessard will present a one-hour program that includes a basic introduction to Michigan raptors.
June 29, 2011
The Homestead Announces New Instructional Culinary Program with Executive Chef John Piombo
The Homestead has taken another step in securing its position as one of the top culinary destinations in Northern Michigan with the opening of Nonna’s Loft, a 900 square-foot
cooking school facility. Each week, Executive Chef John Piombo will lead hands-on instruction using fresh, local ingredients. Classes are being offered to both resort guests and the general public, on Thursday mornings (9:30am – 12:30pm) throughout the summer.
June 29, 2011
The Homestead Introduces "Sounds of Sleeping Bear" Outdoor Mountain-Top Concert Series
--Manitou Music Festival Concert Also Planned--
Without question, the most scenic locale for an outdoor summer concert is the top of Bay Mountain at The Homestead - a resort in the heart of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The 2011 Sounds of Sleeping Bear Series features three nights of unique entertainment set against the backdrop of Lake Michigan, Sleeping Bear Bay and the Manitou Islands to the west and Glen Lake to the east. A special July 28 concert with the Blackthorn Celtic Quartet will also be held in conjunction with the Glen Arbor Art Association’s, Manitou Music festival.
June 7, 2011
The Homestead Announces Recipient of "2011 Career Preparation Scholarship"
Dustin Gauthier of Cedar, Michigan was awarded The Homestead "Career Preparation Scholarship" at the Glen Lake School award ceremony. Dustin receive a $750 scholarship that goes toward a college education and potentially a career in the hospitality industy.
May 2, 2011
The Homestead Announce Salon Naming Contest
After years of robust growth in its award-winning wedding business, The Homestead will open its first full-service salon this season in The Village, serving men, women and children, but with a special focus on the needs of brides and bridal parties. In keeping with the resort's tradition of involving its seasonal and local neighbors in new developments, The Homestead is inviting the community to help in naming the new facility. Over 100 prizes will be awarded at a value of $15,069.
March 21, 2011
Jamie Jewell named Vice President of Sales & Marketing
In 1989, she was a Grand Valley college student working the phones at The Homestead as part of a summer internship. Jamie Jewell has been moving up the company ladder ever since from front desk to manager to manager of reservations to senior manager of sales, and, now, The Homestead's Vice President of Sales & Marketing.
February 3, 2011
The Homestead Raises Funds for the Father Fred Foundation
The Homestead will donate $50 to Traverse City's Father Fred Foundation for every "Ski for a Cause" package sold through March 6, 2011. "We are so excited to have The Homestead 'double up' with us this month," said Father Fred's David Abeel. "The Frostbite food drive has taken on a whole new personality with The Homestead's ski pass promotion tied to donations at Fox Motors. The Ski for a Cause package takes us to an all new level."
February 10, 2011
Free Ski Lift Ticket When You Donate Food to Father Fred Frostbite Food Drive
Donate $10 of non-perishable food to the Father Fred Frostbite Food Drive at Fox Motors in Traverse City and you will receive one free adult ski lift ticket. Lift tickets are good through 2011 and the 2012 ski season.
January 24, 2011
The Homestead Wins "The Knot Best Weddings 2011 Pick"
Longtime local favorite The Homestead has been recognized this year by The Knot as a top pick among wedding venues. As a leadering wedding source, The Knot surveys thousands of brides and grooms annually to find the very best of everything for its newly-engaged readers.
January 21, 2011
CQ's Cabin Gets a Facelift
CQ's Cabin, a casual restaurant located in the heart of the Homestead resort's pedestrian Village, has been remodeled and is now open.
January 17, 2011
The Homestead Announces 2011 Winter Sweepstakes
The holidays may be over, but the excitement is just getting started at America's Freshwater Resort, where this weekend kicks off a whole winter of droolworthy prize giveaways like getaway weekends for two, romantic Italian dinners, and luxuriously long days of pampering at Spa Amira.
January 14, 2011
Art from Michigan's Wine Country
Great art, wine and food are the main events for Art From Michigan's Wine Country, Friday, February 4th from 6-8 p.m. in the Mountain Flowers Lodge at The Homestead Resort, Glen Arbor. It’s a special evening that will kick off the Leelanau Peninsula Vintners Association's Taste the Passion weekend.
January 3, 2011
2010 Associate of the Year Named
The Homestead names Joshua Newsome as the 2010 Associate of the Year. Joshua receives honors and a great prize.
August 24, 2010
Harvest Wine Tour Weekend 2010
Enjoy two days in the crispness of fall by exploring beautiful Leelanau county, tasting exceptional local wines, and enjoying a five-course meal.
December 16, 2010
The Homestead Offers Free Ski Passes to Veterans Serving in Iraq and Afghanistan
In an effort to thank and honor those who serve or have served in active military duty in Iraq and Afghanistan for the sacrifices they make to keep our nation safe, The Homestead provides complimentary downhill skiing and snowboarding for the 2010-2011 winter season.
August 20, 2010
Mario Batali's Son Records 1st Hole in One
Renowned chef, restaurateur and tv personality Mario Batali enjoyed golf this morning at Manitou Passage Golf Club and his son, 12 yr old Leo Batali logged his first hole-in-one on hole #7.
June 2, 2010
The Homestead Offers Lifetime Skills Learning Programs
More and more, travelers are looking to learn something while on vacation. The Homestead in Glen Arbor offers a variety of programs aimed at enriching lives, surrounded by the scenic natural beauty of the Leelanau Peninsula.
January 21, 2010
Local Entertainer, Andre Villoch Announces CD Release Party at The Homestead
On Saturday, January 30, 2010 Andre will showcase his latest CD - Live at The Wah - at a release party at Beppi's sports bar at The Homestead in Glen Arbor. The party kicks off at 7pm.
December 29, 2009
2009 Associate of the Year is Named
Tara Ziegler is awarded The Homestead's 2009 Associate of the Year.
January 17, 2009
The Homestead Celebrates Yoga Day USA in the New Leaf Fitness Center
Join thousands across the country for Yoga Day USA.
December 26, 2009
Spend the Holidays at The Homestead
The Homestead has created a holiday week full of entertainment and activities to help you celebrate the holidays.
December 5, 2008
The Homestead Celebrates 25 Years of Skiing
In 1983, The Homestead set out to build a different type of Northern Michigan snow-sport destination. Now, they are celebrating their 25th Anniversary with the best priced lift and lodging packages and unlimited chances to win $25,000 in prizes.
May 1, 2009
Top Golf Coming to Leelanau County
A deal has been struck. Papers have been signed. The King's Challenge Golf Course in Cedar is now under new ownership and promises to become one of the top golf destinations not only in Northern Michigan but in the entire United States.
June 25, 2008
New Website & Vacation Sweepstakes
To celebrate its newly launched website, The Homestead, America's Freshwater Resort in Glen Arbor has pulled together an impressive 11-week "Vacation Sweepstakes" which offers more than $10,000 in prizes (to be drawn every Friday throughout the summer).
June 20, 2008
Spa Amira Opens
After years of careful planning, construction, and attention to every meticulous detail, The Homestead has finally opened the doors to Spa Amira—a total mind and body wellness center offering tranquil outdoor gardens, relaxation pools, massage, pedicures, and more.
June 16, 2008
Chef Piombo Returns
One of The Homestead's most noted culinary leaders - Chef John Piombo - has returned to the resort as Executive Chef at Nonna's Restaurant, after a brief hiatus.
May 9, 2008
Best of the Best
We are proud and excited to share that The Homestead was named "Best of the Best" by the readers of the Oakland Press. Some 222,500 readers were polled asking for their favorite resort. The Homestead won the honors!
