Interlochen is a small town in NW Lower Michigan near Traverse City and is home to the Interlochen Center for the Arts and WIAA Radio . I grew up near there and it’s a great little town. Check out: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interlochen,_Michigan – Episode Title: “Welcome to Interlochen” – Host: Mike Dell – Location: Interlochen, Michigan, 15 miles from host’s home – Personal Connection: Frequent visits for brunch and family gatherings – Key Feature: Interlochen Center for the Arts – a renowned performing and visual arts school – Population: 694 (2020 census), significantly increased by summer music camp attendees – Nearby Family: Sister lives in the area – Geographical Context: Reference to US highways nearby – Town Status: Unincorporated, with its own post office and ZIP code – Infrastructure: Small airport with two grass runways; ongoing tension with township regarding its existence – Name Origin: “Interlochen” – Latin for “between” and Scottish for “lakes,” located between Green Lake and Duck Lake – Concert Venue: Arts academy venue accommodates ~4,000, with views of Green Lake – Winter Activities: Ice fishing on Green Lake, driving across a frozen ice bridge – Community Memories: Hanging out at state park beach, deep-fried smelt culinary experience – Graduation Venue: Traverse City Public Schools holds ceremonies at Kresge Auditorium in Interlochen – Notable Alumni: Includes Chip Davis (Mannheim Steamroller) and singer Jewel – Next Episode Tease: Focus on an interesting building in Traverse City
