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It is the end of July and we packed in a lot of fun this month at Poppins on Mackinac!On the evening of July 4th, locals and tourists alike gathered along the West bluff, parking bikes and sitting in the grass to watch the island’s fireworks. While waiting for the show to begin we chatted and ate chocolate chip cookies in the beautiful night. From our vantage point we could see four firework displays! Mission Point’s fireworks could be seen in the eastern skies peaking out from above the Grand Hotel. Looking straight ahead from West Bluff, a barge anchored below filled the skies with a beautiful display above the Straits. And in the far off distance, both Mackinaw City and Cheboygan’s...

We have our first full month of the 2023 season under our belts. Along with our regular guests there were several school groups visiting and the cruise ships have returned as well. It is so good to see Main Street full once again! The weather in May varied from very cold to gorgeous warm spring days. On one particularly chilly day with bitter winds and temperatures in the 50’s a couple entered the shop. I asked if they were staying warm? The wife said, “Yes, I just layered up.” The husband joked that he actually weighed just 120 pounds underneath the...

 Like the flip of a switch, the island has come alive after the long winter. Happy greetings of “Welcome back!” are often accompanied with a big hug. The island horses have returned from their much-deserved winter rest. Watching them being led through the streets from the ferry to the stables is always a highlight of Spring.The green grass of Marquette Park is a welcome sight from the grays and browns of winter. Daffodils and other spring bulbs are beginning to bloom around the island. With the Soo Locks open for the season, the freighters can be seen passing through the Straits...

The days are slowly growing longer bringing the familiar up and down spring weather patterns. April was ushered in with a snowstorm that quickly melted.We’ve had some beautiful sunny days with gorgeous clouds and sunsets. Be sure and check out our stories, reels, and posts on Instagram to see spring unfolding on the island. The straits did not freeze this winter and it was nice to have ferry service most days. The Huron winter ferry takes between 35-45 minutes to cross from St. Ignace to Mackinac Island. Some trips took a little longer navigating through the ice fields, but with the recent warm weather this is...

We're introducing a series of new gift boxes in 2023. These boxes will be available for a short time and in limited quantities. Each box will contain some of our favorite things, from brands that we love. If you miss this box we'll have another limited edition box soon! Our first box is the Send Love Box. It is a beautiful gift for a loved one, a friend, a family member or even yourself. This box will be a delight to open.  Here's a close up of what's inside.    Shower Steamers A serene infusion of organic essential oils ylang ylang,...