"With a distinct Midwestern flavor, Carpenter's work is sure to stir up memories as well as it entertains and brings new light to what's considered normal. Surviving My Happy Childhood is a fine assortment, sure to please."
-John Burroughs, The Midwest Book Review
Leland author Jim Carpenter has published a new book, Surviving My Happy Childhood (A Collection of Short Stories). The book is now available at Leelanau Books, other local bookstores and on Amazon.com.
There will be an open house tomorrow (Friday, March 25) at Leelanau Books at 5 PM. All are welcome!
These stories reflect aspects of Carpenter's world growing up in the Midwest. Sports, music and fantasies serve as common fictional denominators for this collection, his first published work. The stories are placed in a chronological timeline of sorts, from childhood years to adulthood. He confesses that he had a happy childhood and is having a happy adulthood as well.
Jim grew up in East Grand Rapids and lives in Leland along with his wife, writer/producer Rebecca Reynolds.
As Spring gets closer, more and more businesses are opening.
Leland Mercantile and Stone House Bread have been open every day, all winter. Leelanau Books has been open six days per week. Molly’s, Harbor House, Tampico, Becky Thatcher and Sisson’s Main Street have been open on many days.
Now already in early March, Art of Roxane, Two Fish Gallery, Green Goodness, Leland Toy Company, Reflections and others are opening more and more for the 2011 season. Many more will open in April.
This list is likely not all inclusive, but it shows that the “season” is already beginning. In March and April, it is always best to call ahead.
Our huge, end-of-season sale from participating business merchants takes place this Saturday (October 27) from 10-5 pm all over the village of Leland. Join us for cider, doughnuts, special sales for the end of the season in Fishtown.
Wine Tours. Leelanau peninsula is home to over 18 wineries, many of them off-the-beaten-path. Visit tiny tasting rooms like Chateau Fontaine in Lake Leelanau, or explore the impressive Black Star Farms in Suttons Bay. Each as diverse and interesting as the award-winning wines they produce.
Stand on the 45th Parallel. M-22 wraps around the Leelanau Peninsula on both coasts and has the unique claim of crossing the 45th parallel, not once, but twice! So go ahead, get out of your car and take that photo next to the big green marker.
Dining Destinations. From car-side service at the A&W in Frankfort to the Bluebird's famous whitefish, dining options along M-22 are mouthwatering...
Shop ‘Til You Drop. The M-22 scenic drive takes you through a half dozen quaint towns defined by unique locations and talented small business owners.
Fishtown. Wooden shanties line the Leland boardwalk, remnants of this century-old fisherman’s village. Charter fishing boats bring in fresh salmon to be smoked at Carlsons, and the Manitou Transit waits to take visitors to the nearby Manitou Islands.
Head over to the Pure Michigan blog for more and list YOUR favorite color tour ideas in the comments!
"With a distinct Midwestern flavor, Carpenter's work is sure to stir up memories as well as it entertains and brings new light to what's considered normal. Surviving My Happy Childhood is a fine assortment, sure to please."
Our huge, end-of-season sale from participating business merchants takes place this Saturday (October 27) from 10-5 pm all over the village of Leland. Join us for cider, doughnuts, special sales for the end of the season in Fishtown.