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You still have time to soak up the local spring activities before summer arrives. Check out our four favorite ways to spend a nice day in Vassar, MI. more 1. Vassar Slow Roll Cyclists of all ages and skill levels can take part in this very slow ride through the city of Vassar. Join your friends and neighbors for a 4.2-mile loop and enjoy a fun, safe way to spend a spring evening. You can even grab ice cream nearby when the ride ends. Slow Roll occurs every Tuesday from Memorial Day through Labor Day. If you want to participate in Vassar Slow Roll, meet at T. North Pavilion at 6:30 p.m. (South Cass Avenue and East Spring Street). Check the official Vassar Facebook page to make sure the ride is on if the weather forecast looks questionable. 2. Annual Petunia Planting If you're looking for a way to serve the Vassar community, join the Annual Petunia Planting on May 20 at 9 a.m. Volunteers will help plant petunias throughout the town's public areas. They'll also provide petunias to Vassar residents who want to beautify their own properties. The event is organized by Keep Vassar Beautiful. The group holds events like Bingo throughout the year to raise money for the flowers in this volunteer initiative. 3. Vassar Farmers Market You can shop for fresh produce, handmade goods, and other local items every Saturday from June through October. If you have items to sell, you can rent a vendor spot for just $10. The Vassar Farmers Market takes place at T. North Pavilion at South Cass Avenue and East Spring Street. It runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each week. 4. Downtown Vassar Summer Concert Series You'll have eight chances to see live music in downtown Vassar this spring and summer. Dates for the concert series include The Rock Show on June 7, Soul Xpress on June 14, Tom Petty tribute act Teddy Petty and the Refugees on June 28, Stone Street Revival on July 12, Jedi Mind Trip on July 26, Bob Seger tribute Lookin' Back on August 9, Dueling Pianos on August 16, and The Rock Show again on August 23. In addition to live music, you can grab a meal from the Savage Burger food truck, play games, and enjoy family entertainment. Each show takes place at a different downtown Vassar location so check the town's official Facebook page for the full lineup. You can load up your picnic blanket and anything else you need for every spring event with the Chevy Silverado. Stop by Cook GM Superstore in Vassar for your test drive of this best-selling pickup truck today. Image via Pixabay

Whether you are passing through the Vassar, MI area, or you're a local and you need a good cup of coffee, there are plenty of area coffee shops where you can get your caffeine fix. Whether you plan on taking your coffee on the road, stopping and staying for a while, or meeting friends, you'll love these local cafés and everything they offer. more 1. Christmas Cafe Located at 100 North Main Street, Christmas Cafe is a unique shop with quality coffee, excellent service, and plenty of different menu options. When you visit Christmas Cafe, you get to experience Christmas, no matter what time of year. Christmas and coffee lovers alike will enjoy sitting in the quaint shop surrounded by unique and whimsical Christmas decor. Their menu includes specialty drinks like espresso, peppermint mocha, the Almond Joey, lattes, Americanos, cappuccinos, cold brew, and tea drinks. 2. Biggby Coffee Located at 235 N Main Street in Frankenmuth, MI, Biggby Coffee is just a quick 15-minute drive from Vassar. Biggby Coffee is an area cafe that features a wide variety of coffee drinks, including lattes, cream, frozen smoothies, teas, specialty food items, and even a kid's menu. This is the perfect place to stop for breakfast on a road trip, before work or school, or to get out of your normal daily routine. Whether you're on a road trip or just average your morning commute, it's important that you are in a vehicle that is safe, reliable, fuel-efficient, and fun. The new Chevrolet Suburban is your perfect next new vehicle as it's fully equipped for road trips, daily commutes, school drop off and pick up, and anything in between. 3. K's Cafe You can find K's Cafe 15 minutes east of Vassar at 975 North Main Street Unit C in Frankenmuth, MI. Here you can choose from some specialty drinks, including the Toffee Coffee that features espresso, toffee, syrup, almond syrup, almond milk, whip cream, and a cookie crumble topping. They also serve the White Raspberry, which includes espresso, white chocolate, raspberry flavoring, vanilla, and milk. If you want something extra unique, you can try the Sugar and Spice, which features a blend of espresso, brown sugar, cinnamon syrup, cream, and milk, all finished with a cinnamon sugar topping. They also serve breakfast and lunch items. If you need a vehicle upgrade, you can't go wrong with a Chevrolet. Whether you're in the market for a truck, SUV, sedan, or something a little sportier, we can help you find your next new vehicle. Visit us today at Cook Chevrolet to view our new and quality pre-owned inventory in person and test drive your next new vehicle. Image via Pixabay

The 2023 Chevy Trailblazer is a must-have for anyone looking for the perfect combination of style, power, and affordability. It's the perfect vehicle for weekend getaways and weekday commutes alike. This stylish SUV packs a lot of punch with a variety of amenities that will exceed your expectations. more Engine and Outstanding Performance The 2023 Trailblazer comes equipped with a powerful ECOTECT 1.2-liter turbo engine. With an impressive 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque, this SUV is designed to deliver exceptional performance on any terrain. You can trust the Trailblazer's engine to provide reliable power and acceleration on the highway or on off-road trails. This Trailblazer is one of the most powerful SUVs in its class thanks to its generous gross vehicle weight rating, which can reach up to 4,189 lbs. This means you can carry heavy loads without worrying about compromising your vehicle's performance. Moreover, the fuel economy rating of 29 in the city and 31 on the highway confirm that this SUV was designed to be fuel-efficient. Comfortable and Ample Interior Design The 2023 Trailblazer is a compact SUV that boasts an impressive interior, featuring a range of amenities designed to enhance your driving experience. It can comfortably seat up to five adults. The 40/60 split-folding rear bench seat allows you to optimize your cargo space and passenger seating capacity. And the flat-folding front passenger seat back provides more flexibility when it comes to transporting larger items, like skis or surfboards. Additionally, with the available automatic climate control, you can enjoy optimal comfort at all times by setting your preferred temperature and letting the system do the rest. Plus, its remarkable cargo volume has a maximum capacity of 54.4 cu. ft. with rear seats folded flat. Top-Notch Infotainment System The all-new Trailblazer is equipped with the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system, which includes a 7-inch diagonal color touchscreen display that is pretty intuitive and easy to use, allowing you to access a wide variety of features with just a few taps. It also includes Bluetooth and wireless Android and Apple CarPlay integrations. All of these allow you for seamless integration between your smartphone and car audio system. Moreover, there is an available Bose premium 7-speaker audio system that will make any audiophile drool. The high-quality sound output is unmatched, so it is ideal for long road trips listening to your favorite tunes. In addition, the voice command feature gives you the ability to control various functions of the vehicle while keeping your full attention on the road. The 2023 Trailblazer is a reliable and stylish SUV that delivers a smooth ride, great tech features, and a roomy interior. Come in to Cook Chevrolet Buick and experience the comfort of the latest Trailblazer today! Image via Chevrolet