2020 |

Dec 02 2020

In lieu of the market events (we miss you too), a special gift just for you! A Collective Christmas presents a limited edition kraft box. The festive box includes local goodies from Ungalli Clothing Co., Red Lion Smokehouse, Waxxed Candle Co. and Juniper Brand Goods. Available for purchase at: krafttbay.com Market Vendors (Please note vendors below were scheduled to participate in A Collective Christmas. Market events are no longer taking place but please visit artisans online to view many awesome local products) A Graceful Park: Hand-painted signs and rustic decor. Babes & Blends: Using essential oils to promote wellness in[…]

Nov 15 2020

’Tis the season to start thinking about Christmas shopping. Cue the carols!! But, like most things in 2020, the way you’ll check everyone off your gift list is bound to be a little bit different this year, as long-standing holiday shopping traditions are being put to the test. Now I know you might think it’s easier to go online and Amazon Prime it, but this year, more than ever, it’s super important to SUPPORT LOCAL. Shopping at home and in your local shops, not only benefits the community, entrepreneurs, talented artisans and local families, but you’re also going to find the most[…]

Jul 02 2020

Ya, I know your summer vacation plans have been derailed by the pandemic, but that doesn’t mean we’re going to spend the next two months watching Netflix all day. No! (Because we actually watched everything on it already.) But seriously, don’t let the season pass you by. Make the most of what’s in your very own backyard. Make it a #tbaycation! Sunset at 10pm? Not a problem. Sunrise at 6am? You got it. Frankly, why would we even be spending a single second inside when it’s beautiful all day long? Aside from the sun being on its best and brightest[…]

Jun 01 2020

Happy June! Summer is almost officially here… which means it’s almost time for the 2020 Bay Awesome Summer Bucket List. The pandemic might have some impacts on the things we do or how many people we do our activities with, but that doesn’t mean it won’t be an awesome summer! It will be a TBaycation right here at home. Thunder Bay has SO much to offer right out our doorstep, and it’s important now more than ever, we support local businesses while enjoying our beautiful city. Tourism Thunder Bay and CEDC Thunder Bay want to know what you are up[…]

May 20 2020

Between seeing less of our family and friends, working from home, and not being able to swing by the Sov for that occasional Long Island, our daily lives are …. a little strange, and I think we can all use some comfort. Personally, sometimes a book is exactly just what I need— a good read to get out of the house and take my mind to a totally different place, or maybe teach me something new and awesome (a different perspective). Books can boost happiness, minimize that anxiety I’m sure we are all experiencing, and just make us forget about[…]

May 06 2020

With Mother’s day just around the corner (THIS SUNDAY), many of you have been asking me for local gift ideas. I know that this year in particular, shopping for the Queen in your life is a little more tricky and stressful, as we can’t go into stores and browse around; But it’s even more of a reason to shop local and support all of our businesses, crafters and makers. So, I have rounded up a couple of my favourite gifts (that are still left in stock)…from breakfast in bed, mimosas, homemade bird houses, Lake Superior beach glass and a pottery mug[…]

Apr 16 2020

Social media is making me feel pretty inadequate these days, not to mention antiquated. Every time I do a quick check to see what’s happening out in the world, I’m being convinced that my new found “free time” is in fact, time wasted. Instagram taunting me with these recently showered people who are all shouting “my self-isolation is soooo much cooler than yours!!” As I scroll through my accounts, flooded full of photos and videos of people doing some pretty awesome things…. I first of all wonder, when did everyone become a professional dancer, chef, workout instructor, etc!? Impressive guys.[…]

Jan 02 2020

2019 was a year of adventure and even more tbaylovin. I loved writing about all of the awesome things Thunder Bay has to offer- whether it was a place, space, food, activity, crafter, or local product, we definitely have a lot to be proud about in our community. I also enjoyed sharing my very own experiences that were really all about finding the silver lining— the strands of awesome in all of life’s situations and challenges. I am sooo grateful and surprised to be highlighted in The Walleye – Thunder Bay’s Arts & Culture Magazine Best of 2019 List with the[…]

Archive - 2020

Bay Awesome 2020 TBay Top 20 Holiday Gift List

The Bay Awesome Tbay 2020 Summer Bucket List

Life with you is always a picnic. My Summer #TBaycation

Awesome Reads During Isolation

I got it FOR my momma! (A last minute Bay Awesome TBay Gift List)

At home. Being unproductive.

Best of Thunder Bay 2019: Top Blog