Winter is here in Michigan's Great Southwest! Check out our bucket list to make the most of this frosty season.

• Adventure through the twinkling winter lights of Light up the Bluff in Lake Bluff Park and stroll downtown St. Joseph
• Countdown to Summer with SWMI businesses and restaurants for a chance to win weekly prizes - visit stjoetoday.com/countdown for more details
• Stock up on comfy sweaters, fuzzy socks and more at DK Boutique, Maxwell Boutique or Moxie's Boutique
• Brush up on your bowling skills at Striker's Bowl
• Grab a cozy blanket and snuggle up on the couch with a new book from Forever Books
• Try a mouthwatering hot chocolate bomb from Caffe Tosi and while you're there order some tasty lunch
• Learn something new by attending a workshop at Urban Garage Market
• Gear up with Wanderlust Outfitters for a winter hike at Sarett Nature Center
• Third Coast Surf Shop will help you brave the cold and try some new icy adventures like winter surfing or snowboarding
• Update your winter wardrobe with Glik's or Urban Found
• Warm up with a delicious hot chocolate from the Chocolate Cafe
• Have a game night with puzzles and board games from G&M Variety or The Toy Company
• "Round up" your check for a community give back when you order tasty food and delicious brews online from The Livery
• Get artsy with JLN Studio or The Turquoise Top Hat
• Pick out a sweet treat at Kilwins
• Enjoy a delectable meal outdoors on a heated patio at Schu's Grill & Bar or Plank's
• Stock up on winter scented soaps, body scrubs, hand lotions, shower steamers and more from Forever Clean Soap Works
• Go on a scavenger hunt during the Magical Ice Fest (February 5-7), visit magicalicefest.com for more details
• Reserve your very own igloo in the Winter Village at the Round Barn Estate (21+)