Experience Jackson

In this episode, host Rachel Buchanan, Experience Jackson Marketing & Development Manager, welcomes Siera Stoyanovitch, owner of Stoyanna’s Ice Cream and Catering. Siera prides herself in homemade ice cream offerings during the winter months and specializes in made-from-scratch Greek-focused catering for any occasion. From her spinach pies to delicious baklava and other pastry creations, her food is prepared and displayed with love. Her gorgeous displays include real China and tiered setups, with greenery and warmth within. As you listen, discover the story of her family legacy, how it’s connected to the railroad, and the unique way she found her property. And of course, come visit for the amazing food. 

Learn more at https://stoyannascatering.com/ 

You can always connect to learn more about Jackson County, Michigan and plan your visit at ⁠⁠www.experiencejackson.com⁠⁠. Experience Jackson is Jackson County’s official tourism bureau. 
 

CREDITS  
Podcast recorded, produced, and edited by Rachel Buchanan  
Music Bed: Upbeat Uplifting Indie Pop by pinkzebra 
Registered Project Name: Experience Jackson Podcast 
License Date: 08/08/2023 

In this episode, host Rachel Buchanan, Experience Jackson Marketing & Development Manager, welcomes Chad Schedeler, one of the owners of Forty Nine South, a LITERAL old school venue, constructed in 1949; home to South School. In the 1980s, the building became a Masonic lodge, then reopened to the public in 2017 as Forty Nine South. Their mission was to restore the facility to its former glory and maintain its history of service to the community. Now, the completely renovated venue combines the vintage charm of the original primary school with the modern amenities required to treat your guests to a one-of-a-kind event experience. 

Learn more at https://fortyninesouth.com/.  

You can always connect to learn more about Jackson County, Michigan and plan your visit at ⁠⁠www.experiencejackson.com⁠⁠. Experience Jackson is Jackson County’s official tourism bureau. 
 

CREDITS  
Podcast recorded, produced, and edited by Rachel Buchanan  
Music Bed: Upbeat Uplifting Indie Pop by pinkzebra 
Registered Project Name: Experience Jackson Podcast 
License Date: 08/08/2023 

In this episode, host Rachel Buchanan, Experience Jackson Marketing & Development Manager, welcomes Erin Valkuchak with FarmSudz, a family business whose incredible soaps and body products will leave your senses in overdrive. FarmSudz offers Perfectly Awesome Skincare inspired by nature. Helping people 'go green' with awesome zero waste options for both the kitchen and bathroom is high on their priority list. Learn more about what you’ll find at their local retail shop indowntown Jackson.  

Learn more at https://www.farmsudz.com/.  

You can always connect to learn more about Jackson County, Michigan and plan your visit at ⁠⁠www.experiencejackson.com⁠⁠. Experience Jackson is Jackson County’s official tourism bureau. 

CREDITS  
Podcast recorded, produced, and edited by Rachel Buchanan  
Music Bed: Upbeat Uplifting Indie Pop by pinkzebra 
Registered Project Name: Experience Jackson Podcast 
License Date: 08/08/2023 

In this episode, host Rachel Buchanan, Experience Jackson Marketing & Development Manager, welcomes Amy Piper, of Follow the Piper, as she reflects on her visit to Jackson County. Amy is a freelance travel writer, blogger, photographer, and author specializing in luxury and multigenerational travel. She is making her way through some of Jackson’s cuisine (during Restaurant Week), historical attractions and local art during her visit. 

Learn more at https://followthepiper.com/  

You can always connect to learn more about Jackson County, Michigan and plan your visit at ⁠⁠www.experiencejackson.com⁠⁠. Experience Jackson is Jackson County’s official tourism bureau. 

CREDITS  
Podcast recorded, produced, and edited by Rachel Buchanan  
Music Bed: Upbeat Uplifting Indie Pop by pinkzebra 
Registered Project Name: Experience Jackson Podcast 
License Date: 08/08/2023  

In this episode, host Rachel Buchanan, Experience Jackson Marketing & Development Manager, welcomes Dale Fisher, photographer and owner of Eyry of the Eagle, a beautiful, wooded farm property in Grass Lake featuring an outdoor wedding pergola site nestled between densely wooded pines, overlooking a 3-acre pond. The Wings Gallery reception hall, and the Eagle’s Nest Barn. https://www.eyryoftheeagle.com/ 

Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/boohersfreshmarket 

You can always connect to learn more about Jackson County, Michigan and plan your visit at ⁠⁠www.experiencejackson.com⁠⁠. Experience Jackson is Jackson County’s official tourism bureau. 

CREDITS  
Podcast recorded, produced, and edited by Rachel Buchanan  
Music Bed: Upbeat Uplifting Indie Pop by pinkzebra 
Registered Project Name: Experience Jackson Podcast 
License Date: 08/08/2023  

In this episode, host Rachel Buchanan, Experience Jackson Marketing & Development Manager, welcomes Devin Otto, General Manager at Booher's Fresh Market, which is also a diner offering Italian and American specialties, homemade mozzarella sticks, incredible pies, burgers and more! Boohers is a participant in Jackson County Restaurant Week: Burger Edition, November 11-17, 2024. Learn more about what they’re offering and their unique family story of building an amazing Jackson County community business.

Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/boohersfreshmarket

Get Jackson County Restaurant Week

You can always connect to learn more about Jackson County, Michigan and plan your visit at ⁠⁠www.experiencejackson.com⁠⁠. Experience Jackson is Jackson County’s official tourism bureau.

CREDITS
Podcast recorded, produced, and edited by Rachel Buchanan
Music Bed: Upbeat Uplifting Indie Pop by pinkzebra
Registered Project Name: Experience Jackson Podcast
License bDate: 08/08/2023

In this episode, host Rachel Buchanan, Experience Jackson Marketing & Development Manager, welcomes Ted Christoff, local legacy expert on the story of how Jackson became the birthplace of the Coney Dog in 1914. He also shares some of his Macedonian family’s close ties to the development and continuation of the beef-heart based chili, mustard, onion recipe that makes the Jackson Coney unique. Learn how you can visit Jackson County and experience a variety of coney variations, and celebrate the birthplace of this simple, yet delicious and iconic, carry-able food.

Learn more at https://www.experiencejackson.com/things-to-do/food/coney-dog/

You can always connect to learn more about Jackson County, Michigan and plan your visit at ⁠⁠www.experiencejackson.com⁠⁠. Experience Jackson is Jackson County’s official tourism bureau.

CREDITS
Podcast recorded, produced, and edited by Rachel Buchanan
Music Bed: Upbeat Uplifting Indie Pop by pinkzebra
Registered Project Name: Experience Jackson Podcast
License Date: 08/08/2023

In this episode, host Rachel Buchanan, Experience Jackson Marketing & Development Manager, welcomes Kirk Root, General Manager at Cascades Manor, a beautiful tudor-style historic venue in Jackson; built in 1932. His experienced team handles every detail of your special event. With full-service catering, a fully stocked bar, and three private rooms to choose from, they can accommodate up to 275 guests. Customize your menu and enjoy an unforgettable event tailored to your vision in the beautiful setting of Sparks Foundation Park, home of The Cascades.

Learn more at https://www.cascadesmanor.com.

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In this episode, host Rachel Buchanan, Experience Jackson Marketing & Development Manager, welcomes Beth Kuiper, Executive Director of the Jackson Downtown Development Authority, to share about the 2024 Downtown Jackson Haunted Tours. Working alongside Central Michigan Paranormal Investigations and local historian Maurice Imhoff, the DDA has developed a series of multi-stop tours throughout the month around local historical spots that have been known to be haunted.  

Learn more at https://www.experiencejackson.com/?imgoing-event=downtown-jackson-haunted-tours-67004777ce577742a87e4176 

You can always connect to learn more about Jackson County, Michigan and plan your visit at ⁠⁠www.experiencejackson.com⁠⁠. Experience Jackson is Jackson County’s official tourism bureau. 

CREDITS  
Podcast recorded, produced, and edited by Rachel Buchanan  
Music Bed: Upbeat Uplifting Indie Pop by pinkzebra 
Registered Project Name: Experience Jackson Podcast 
License Date: 08/08/2023  

In this episode, host Rachel Buchanan, Experience Jackson Marketing & Development Manager, welcomes Jenny Smith, a longtime volunteer and board trustee at Waterloo Farm Museum & Dewey School. The historical homestead and historic one-room schoolhouse are open for tours by appointment, and host a handful of events on their grounds throughout the year. On October 6 2024, they’ll open their grounds for Pioneer Day, with activities that include music, tours, demonstrations, vendors, horse-drawn wagon rides, living history reenactors in a civil war era encampment, and more! 

Learn more at https://waterloofarmmuseum.org/.  

You can always connect to learn more about Jackson County, Michigan and plan your visit at ⁠⁠www.experiencejackson.com⁠⁠. Experience Jackson is Jackson County’s official tourism bureau. 

CREDITS  
Podcast recorded, produced, and edited by Rachel Buchanan  
Music Bed: Upbeat Uplifting Indie Pop by pinkzebra 
Registered Project Name: Experience Jackson Podcast 
License Date: 08/08/2023