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OPENING DAY IS HERE!!
THURSDAY, MAY 17
Charlevoix Farmers Market Opening Day is finally here!! Join us in East Park between 8am-1pm.
Market patrons get FREE 20 minute parking along the east side of Bridge Street and East Park to make your shopping experience easy as pie.
Stop at the Market Manager's Booth and enter to win one of two gift baskets donated by our opening day sponsor, Charlevoix Ace Hardware. Meet Amy Wieland, the new director of the Charlevoix County Commission on Aging. The Health Department will be there handing out dental supplies and answering questions, and of course, kids can sign up for the Jr. Marketeer Program.
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2018 MICHIGAN ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE CONFERENCE
June 12-13, 2018 at the Lansing Center.
*Keep up to date with environmental regulations!
*Get one-on-one assistance from experts!
*Network with colleagues, exhibitors and DEQ staff!
The MECC has been designed to help businesses, municipalities, and environmental professionals all across Michigan comply with their environmental requirements. Do you need an air permit? What should you expect during a DEQ inspection? How do you store and label your hazardous waste? The DEQ is holding our premier compliance assistance event to help get your questions answered. Learn about a vairety of environmental regulations in one place from the program staff responsible for administering them.
Find Information and Registration Here
Visit michigan.gov/deqevents to view Conference Highlights, Continued Education credits, and more!
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MOREL DINNERS AT THE ROWE
The Rowe Inn continues her annual tradition with 2018 Morel Mushroom Dinners from Wednesday, May 16 through Sunday, May 20.
Five delectable courses feature Dilled Morel Empanada, Morel & Chanterelle Tortellini Soup, Morel and Fiddlehead Fern Salad, Beef Tenderloin with Morels and Strawberry-Rhubarb Tartlets.
7pm Dinner Nightly, $75 per person, Reservations Required, 231.588.7351 or wes@roweinn.com
See the full menu Here
roweinn.com
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$3 CASA TUESDAYS AT RED MESA GRILL
*$3 Casa Margaritas, $3 Premium Drafts, $3 Food Features
Live Music every Tuesday night, 6-9pm
MAY 6:00 - 9:00pm
*May 22 | Jakey Thomas
*May 29 | Blake Elliott
JUNE 7:00 - 10:00pm
*June 5 | Project 6
*June 12 | Kellerville
*June 19 | Jakey Thomas
*June 21 | Missy Memorial Party w/ Dave Cisco
*June 26 | Brett Mitchell
magnumhospitality.com/redmesa
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51 MILLION U.S. HOUSEHOLDS CAN'T AFFORD BASICS
Downloadable state-by-state, and county-by-county data on the scope of household financial instability in 2016 across the U .S. is available with the password LiveUnited at UnitedWayALICE.org/press-center. In addition, a recording of the press briefing is available Here
There are 50.8 million U.S. households that can't afford a basic monthly budget including housing, food, child care, health care, transportation and a cell phone, according to a new data released by the United Way Alice Project.
This calculation includes the 16.1 million households in poverty as well as another 34.7 million families called ALICE, which stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. These households earn above the Federal Poverty Level, but less than what it takes to survive in the modern economy. Combined, these households make up 43 percent of America's 119 million households. More
charemunitedway.org
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CHARLEVOIX DAIRY GRILLE FEATURED ON 9&10 NEWS SIGHTS AND SOUND
9&10's Sights and Sound photojournalist,Matthew Meyers visited our own Charlevoix Dairy Grill last week. The segment aired on Wednesday, May 9th. If you missed it, click below to watch.
Click Here for video
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THE SALVATION ARMY RECEIVES GRANT TO HELP BRING "THE ILLUSIONIST" TOM COVERLY TO LOCAL SCHOOLS
The Salvation Army received a $6,000 grant through the Petoskey Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation, Youth Endowment Grants Fund, Maggie and Bob Charlton Family Fund, Birchwood Outreach Fund, and Dan and Linda CasaSanta Family Fund to help bring The Illusionist, Tom Coverly to local high schools. Tom Coverly is a professional comedian, illusionist and motivational speaker. He has performed for millions around the world, has been seen on TV (NBC, CBS, ABC,FOX) and has shared his story on numerous radio stations around the country. Tom amazes the students with illusions, then captures hearts with powerful messages against bullying, suicide and the many issues that often accompany those struggles such as self-cutting or substance abuse, while reinforcing the importance of self-esteem and having respect for others. More
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Sheriff Chuck Vondra is pleased to announce the Charlevoix County Sheriff's Office is looking for more volunteers to join their Victim Services Unit (VSU). The Unit consists of trained volunteers, called advocates, from the community who would be on-call to respond in pairs to situations such as natural deaths, suicides, and severe traffic accidents. The main role of the advocate is to be a temporary support system until a support system is in place for people during a tragedy. For more information on the VSU, please call Sheriff Vondra or Coordinator Sarah Kaminski at 231.547.4461
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CALLING ALL PADDLERS FOR "KAYAK FOR A CAUSE" ON WALLOON LAKE
Camp Daggett is seeking kayakers to participate in the 10th annual Kayak for a Cause on Walloon Lake fundraisers on July 14, 2018, from 8:30am-4pm and July 15 from 9:30am-1:30pm. Participants can choose the one-day option to paddle on Saturday or Sunday, or accept the challenge of the entire 30-mile tour of the shoreline of Walloon Lake. Food and snacks will be provided as well as a team T-shirt on both days and all paddlers are invited to attend the "I did It Celebration" Sunday afternoon.
For more information, to register, support a kayaker, purchase a dock flag, and more Click Here
campdaggett.org
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ZONTA CLUB OF CHARLEVOIX AREA HOSTS ANNUAL LITERARY DELIGHTS
The Charlevoix Area Zonta Club will host its annual Literary Delights - a Women Authors' benefit luncheon - from 11am-3pm on Saturday, May 19 at Grey Gables Restaurant. The event includes buffet luncheon, cash bar, silent auction and gift basket raffle drawings.
Featured speakers are Jennifer Harsha Carrol and Patricia Majher. Proceeds support Zonta's "Sights on Success" program for middle school girls and other projects which advance the status of women and girls.
Reservations required; $40 per ticket. For more information and/or to purchase tickets, contact Linda DeGrow at 231.547.4109, or any Zonta member.
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CHARLEVOIX CIRCLE OF ARTS SPRING CONCERT OF THE DOROTHY GERBER STRINGS PROGRAM
The Charlevoix Circle of Arts will present a year-end concert of the Dorothy Gerber Strings Program students on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at the Charlevoix High School. There will be a prelude performance of five soloists beginning at 5:40pm and the formal concert will begin at 6pm. The concert will include the beginner and intermediate classes, the Suzuki program, private lesson students, the Dorothy Gerber Youth Orchestra and The Cummings Quartet.
After seven months of study including a Winter Practice Olympics, the students will have ample opportunity to demonstrate their progress. For the calendar year of 2017-2018 the DGSP was represented in Boyne City, Charlevoix, East Jordan, Petoskey and on Beaver Island. More
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SUPPORT CAMP DAGGETT - SHOP GRANDPA SHORTER'S ON MAY 19
Camp Daggett invites the public to Grandpa Shorter's Gifts, 301 E. Lake Street in Petoskey, on Saturday, May 19 from 9am-6pm for a shopping day to benefit Camp Daggett. Twenty percent of all purchases will go to the C. G. and Ruth Shorter Memorial Scholarship Fund at Camp Daggett.
Each year, Grandpa Shorter's Gifts designate two Saturdays to raise money for area youth for camp scholarships. In 2017, they donated $2,650.31 to Camp. "Jennifer Shorter has been nothing short of terrific to work with," states Camp Daggett's Executive Directer, Brent Marlatt. "She has a big heart and truly understands what summer camp means to local families and their children." The fall Grandpa Shorter's Day will be on Saturday, October 6.
For more information about Camp Daggett, call 231.347.9742 or visit campdaggett.com.
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YOUTH DAY AT THE CHARLEVOIX ROD AND GUN CLUB
The Charlevoix Rod and Gun Club will be hosting their 8th annual Youth Day on Saturday, May 19, 2018 from 10:00am to 4:00pm - RAIN or SHINE......hopefully we will have the shine.
Join us for:
*Archery | Ages 5-16
*Shotgun | Ages 10-16
*.22 Rifle | Ages 10-16
*Fishing Pond | Ages 5-16 | Some equipment is provided or you can bring your own.
Fish provided by the Jordan River National Fish Hatchery.
Educational Opportunities include Furs and Feathers provided by the Michigan DNR.
A light lunch will be provided.
Youth are to be accompanied by a parent/guardian during the event.
For more information, call the Charlevoix Rod and Gun Club at 231.547.2785, or Paul Haver at 231.582.7739.
The Charlevoix Rod and Gun Club is located at 11330 US 31 Highway North.
charlevoixrodandgun.com
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2ND ANNUAL JOPPA 5K
Please join us for our 2nd Annual Joppa 5K on Saturday, May 19th at 8:00am at Michigan Beach Park. Runners and walkers are welcome.
There will be a free One Mile Fun Run on the beach at 9:00am, making this a great family event.
Timing provided by Endurance Evolution. Register online Here.
Proceeds benefit Joppa House Ministries, a 501c3.
joppahouseministries.org
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BACH'S FAMILY FESTIVAL
Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra's Concert: Bach's Family Festival, Sunday, May 20, 2018, 4:00pm at the First Presbyterian Church, Harbor Springs. $25 General Admission.
Don't miss Bach's Family Festival performed by Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra. Performances include J.S. Bach - Suite No 2 BWV 1068, Bonnieta Benn, flute soloist; J.C. Bach - Concerto for Viola and Orchestra; and C.P.E. Bach - Symphony in C, H.649, Libor Ondras, viola soloist.
Tickets available at area chambers of commerce or online at glorchestra.org or at the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra office at 231.487.0010.
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NEW CHARLEVOIX 5K ON MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE CHARLEVOIX FITNESS CENTER AND STAFFORD'S TOP OF MICHIGAN MARATHON
Date: Saturday, May 26, 2018
Place: Downtown Charlevoix, starting at Michigan Ave near West Dixon Ave
Time: 8:00AM
The 5K out and back course follows the Marathon route, and turns around at Whippoorwill Lane. Recipients receive a t-shirt. Medals awarded to the top three men and women finishers. Race proceeds go toward the Charlevoix Track Team and Charlevoix bike/walking trails.
Registration and bib pickup at the Friday night Spaghetti Dinner in downtown Bridge Park from 5-9pm. Free live entertainment by the Jelly Roll Blues Band. Drinks available by the Tap Room. $12 dinner includes salad, bread and spaghetti. Join in on the fun Friday, open to the public! Then, kick off your summer with a 5K run or walk.
Online registration Here
trailscouncil.org
charlevoixfitness.com
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ROCK OUT, DOCK OUT
Join Hotel Walloon for the 3rd annual Rock Out, Dock Out event in the Village Green Park on Saturday, May 26th! Help us celebrate the start of the Summer season with live music and kids activities in the Village Green Park, great deals at Tommy's, delicious specials at Barrel Back and more! You won't want to miss this family friendly event.
hotelwalloon.com
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MEMORIAL DAY PICNIC AT AMERICAN HOUSE CHARLEVOIX
Monday, May 28, 2018 | 12:00-1:30pm
It matters to us that our veterans feel appreciated for their service and sacrifice and that's why we're hosting a very special Memorial Day picnic.
Join your friends at American House as we gather to remember our nation's heroes. We will be serving a delicious BBQ meal, so invite your loved ones to come along and enjoy the afternoon with us.
Don't forget to wear your favorite red, white and blue. We hope to see you there!
Please RSVP by May 22.
231.547.2599
americanhouse.com
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FREE HEART SCREENING FOR TEENS
A FREE Heart Screen for teenagers, grades 9-12 on Wednesday, May 30, 2018, from 3:00-6:00pm at CrossFit Petoskey located at 345 N. Division Road.
The free heart screenings are provided by a team of health care professionals from CrossFit Petoskey, Northern Michigan Sports Medicine Center & Michigan Heart & Vascular Specialists from McLaren Northern Michigan.
Even teens who seem perfectly healthy may have hidden heart problems. Though the percentage is small, kids with undetected heart defects are at risk of sudden cardiac arrest. A simple screening can detect conditions such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, the most common cause of sudden death in athletes.
Led by cardiologist Dr. Ricci and his team from Michigan Heart and Vascular Specialists, this 10-15 minute screening is designed for student athletes and otherwise active youth. Heart Screenings will be completed by a Cardiologist and will include: Medical History, Blood Pressure Check, EKG, Physician Consultation, Echocardiogram (if required). A physician will go over the results with you and your teen at the screening, and you'll have time to ask questions.
Pre-Registration is required. Please call 1.800.248.6777 to register.
This screening does not take the place of the sports physical typically required for young athletes.
Parents, please attend with your child if they are a minor.
northernmichigansportsmed.com
michiganhvs.com
mclaren.org/northern
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WHO HAS MORE FUN THAN US?
May's Travel Club Trip is a special one taking place on Wednesday, May 30, 2018. We will be touring the Brave Heart Estate in Pellston and the State Fish Hatchery in Oden. We will leave at 12:30pm and the cost for the trip is $2.00. We will be back in time for the Wednesday Night Dinners at the Centers. Please sign up at your Senior Centers by Friday, May 25th.
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FRANK BOLES, MICHIGAN NOTABLE AUTHOR, TO APPEAR AT NORTH CENTRAL LIBRARY
The North Central Michigan College Library announced today that Frank Boles, author of Sailing into History; Great Lakes Bulk Carriers of the Twentieth Century and the Crews Who Sailed Them, will pay a special visit to the Library on Wednesday, June 6 at noon for an hour of first-rate storytelling, a book signing, question-and-answer time with guests and light refreshments. This event is free and open to the public. Please RSVP to library@ncmich.edu or call 231.439.6315 for information.
Bole is visiting the North Central Library as part of the Library of Michigan's 2018 "Michigan Notable Authors Tour." More
ncmich.edu
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CHARLEVOIX COUNTY SPRING HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAYS
Friday, June 8, 2018 | 5:00 - 8:00pm
Saturday, June 9, 2018 | 9:00am - 1:00pm
For Reservations and Location information, call 231.547.7221.
Reservations will be taken from May 29th - June 7, 2018
Common Hazardous Items: Florescent Bulbs, Motor Oil, Batteries, Pesticides, Cleaners & Polishes, Aerosols, Automotive Fluids, Oil Paints, Finishes & Thinners, Solvents, Mercury & items containing Mercury, PILL POD: Medicines
Electronics: Computers, TV's Cameras, Telephones, Microwave Ovens, Game Systems, Printers, VCR's Radios.
Appliances: Refrigerators, Humidifiers, Dehumidifiers, Air Conditioners, Freezers, Stoves, Dishwashers, Lawnmowers, anything steel.
Tires: Charlevoix County will be taking tires with this HHW event. Tires must be off the rim and dry with no water or debris in them. When calling to schedule, please state the number of tires being dropped off.
For more information go to charlevoixcounty.org
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GREAT LAKES CHAMBER ORCHESTRA PRESENTS GRAND ROMANCE
Sunday, June 10, 2018, 7:00pm, at the John M. Hall Auditorium in Bay View. Pre-Concert talk with Libor Ondras begins at 6pm.
Tickets are $25 for General Admission and $50 for Reserved Seating. Selections include Robert Schumann - Concerto for Piano and Orchestra op.54, Christopher Harding, soloist; Ludwig van Beethoven - Symphony no.6 "Pastoral"; and Johannes Brahms - "Naenie" for Chorus and Orchestra.
Tickets will be available at area chambers of commerce, online Here or contact the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra office at 231.487.0010
glcorchestra.org
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VINES TO WINES EVENT
Tuesday, June 12, 2018 | 6-8pm | Iron Horse Cafe at North Central Michigan College.
Vines to Wines is a FREE networking opportunity of the Viticulture Series 2018 and hosted by North Central Michigan College and the Straits Area Grape Growers Association (SAGGA).
Meet and talk with winemakers and grape growers from northern Michigan. Learn the techniques of establishing a vineyard and growing cold hardy grapes. Discuss the best practices of transforming the grapes into award winning wines. Then do a tasting evaluation of some of the wines produced here in our region.
This event is FREE, but you must register as space is limited. For more information and/or to register, call Corporate and Community Education at 231.348.6613 or click Here
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19TH ANNUAL FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY SUMMER BOOK SALE
Mark you calendars for the Friends of the Library 19th Annual Summer Book Sale.
Saturday, June 23rd, 10am-5pm
Sunday, June 24, 1pm-5pm
More information coming soon.
charlevoixlibrary.org
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Click Here to view jobs available with the following Chamber Members.
Beaver Island Boat Company
Belvedere Golf Club
Castle Farms
Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce
Charlevoix County Commission on Aging
Charlevoix Public Library
Charlevoix State Bank
Cherry Republic
City of Charlevoix
Friske Orchards Farm Market
Panache Hair Studio
Pigs Eatin' Ribs
Please visit the below resources for other job opportunities in our area.
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Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce
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To view Investor, Silver, & Gold Members
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Chamber Members, don't miss this great opportunity to advertise your business in East Park during one or more of the art shows taking place in downtown Charlevoix. Banner sponsorship is an easy and affordable way to put your business name in front of thousands of people including residents, visitors and seasonal folks. For just $200, your business can become an Art Show Banner Sponsor. You provide your business banner, and we will display it prominently in East Park during one of our events. The opportunity is only available to Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce members.
