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ENHANCED BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
On Wednesday, April 18, 2018, East Park Tavern will host a special, themed Enhanced Business After Hours from 5:00-7:00pm
Stay Tuned. More details coming soon!
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$5 Admission-includes 1 Taste of Charlevoix Card
Business Expo RADIO Commercial
View our Business Expo TV
COMMERCIAL
airing on 9&10 News, Local 32, CW & MeTV,
leading up to the Expo
NETWORKING | LOCAL BUSINESS BOOTHS | LIVE RADIO REMOTE | PHOTO BOOTH
CASH BAR | GIVE-A-WAYS | DEMOS | LOCAL RESTAURANT TASTE BOOTHS
SWAG BAGS | "MICHIGAN THIS MORNING" - LIVE FROM CASTLE FARMS |
AND
MORE!
For a list of participating vendors Click Here
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THANK YOU to our
Business Expo & Taste of Charlevoix Sponsors:
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$1000 SCHOLARSHIP OFFERED FOR ELIGIBLE HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR
Thanks to generous funding from Fox Charlevoix & Fox Charlevoix Ford, the Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce is able to award one lucky High School Senior a Scholarship in the amount of $1000.
Applicant must be either an employee of a Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce business or organization, or the child of an employee of a Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce business or organization.
(Contact the Chamber office at 231.547.2101 if you need to verify business or organization's membership)
For complete eligibility requirements Click Here
For scholarship application Click Here
Scholarship Applications must be to the Chamber of Commerce by Friday, April 6, 2018, by 5pm
For more information, please contact the Chamber office at 231.547.2101 or email chamber@charlevoix.org
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BIZ BLAST UPDATE
As I'm sure many of you have noticed, the Biz Blast continues to get longer and longer. While we love the fact that our E-Newsletter is become very popular, we do want to make sure that we keep the articles fresh and new.
With that in mind, we have made a small change to Event items being submitted for publication in the Biz Blast.
*If you are submitting an event that is more than 30 days out, it will appear in a "Save the Date" section and run for 2 weeks. We can start running the event promotion weekly from 30 days out, up until the event. This will need to be a separate submission from the "Save the Date" item.
We also ask that you please use the Blast Submission form located at charlevoix.org.
Click on "Membership" and on "Newsletter Submission" in the drop down.
For you convenience Click Here for a direct link.
If you have any questions regarding Biz Blast submissions, please contact the Chamber office at 231.547.2101.
charlevoix.org
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT ON CHARLEVOIX INSURANCE AGENCY
Charlevoix Insurance Agency, now owned by Don Jess, has been part of the community for over 100 years. They are a full service agency offering Auto, Commercial, Home, Life and even Pet insurance.
Click Here to visit their website and/or for a quote. You can also reach Charlevoix Insurance Agency at 231.547.4441 and any one of their friendly agents will be pleased to answer your questions.
If you are a member of the Chamber of Commerce, be sure to ask about a discount,
We thank Charlevoix Insurance Agency for their continued support of the Charlevoix Chamber, its programs, and their involvement and support of the community.
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BEAVER ISLAND BOAT COMPANY NAMES NEW GENERAL MANAGER
Congratulations to Tim McQueer on becoming Beaver Island Boat Company's
new General Manager.
McQueer has previously held the position as BIBCO's Operations Manager, having been with the company for 15 years. He is grateful for this opportunity to continue to work with the BIBCO employees, Island residents, local mainland businesses and visitors, and is excited about the future of Beaver Island Boat Company.
bibco.com
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DOES YOUR RESTAURANT HAVE THE SECRET SAUCE?
Introducing Linga POS, an important ingredient that drives business
Designed for all types of restaurants - full service, quick service, pizzerias and franchises - Linga is the most innovative point of sale system on the market.
Dodson, Payment Solutions is your local independent resource for the first free open platform, cloud based iPad POS system.
Advanced Features Include:
* Works offline
* Split checks feature
* Table management
* Bar tabs
* Pizza by the slice
* Multilanguage / Multicurrency
Contact us today to schedule your free Linda demo.
231.577.9599
dodsonpos.com
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CHARLEVOIX HOSPITAL RECEIVES GRANT FOR OBSTETRICS EQUIPMENT
Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital is the recipient of an important grant from the Charlevoix County Community Foundation. The grant will fund the purchase of a vital piece of equipment for the hospital's obstetrics department, an infant bed warmer / resuscitation system. The Foundation fully funded the hospital's request for $12,649 to purchase the special equipment which will keep new babies warm and content while providing all the tools necessary for resuscitation therapy should they be required
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"It is a critical situation when an infant is born not breathing," said Mary Terryberry, OB nurse manager. "This new unit includes a respiratory aid to help newborns breathe from the moment of birth and uses radiant heat to keep them warm while away from the mother. More
munsonhealthcare.org/charlevoixhospital
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2018 JOHN NEWTON AWARD OF EXCELLENCE NOMINATIONS SOUGHT
John Newton was not only a Char-Em United Way board member and president, but he also volunteered his time and talents for many other local organizations. Unfortunately, his term with Char-Em United Way ended when he suffered massive injuries from a car accident in September 2000.
Char-Em United Way created the John Newton Award of Excellence in 2002 to commemorate John's life and the gifts he gave to our community. The award is given each year to both an individual and an organization who, through their actions, give significantly to the health and human services in Charlevoix and Emmet counties.
To make a nomination, call 231.487.1006, or visit our website at charemunitedway.org and follow the link to nominate online. Nominations close on May 18, 2018.
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NOW ACCEPTING CAMEL SPONSORS
The popular Charlevoix Camel Cup is back for the third year and will take place on May 5, 2018 from noon-6:00pm. The Camel Cup is a giant gameboard race where the dice are rolled and the corresponding camel moves forward on the board. The camel that makes it to the end first wins and money is paid to those betting on that camel. There are 6 races before the final race where the six largest earning camels compete for the coveted Camel Cup. All proceeds raised fund the Bridge Drop New Year's Eve celebration. Have fun while raising funds!
This year Charlevoix businesses, clubs or service groups can sponsor a camel for $200 and get $50 in camel bucks to use on the day of the event. This is a great team building opportunity for coworkers!
Give back to the community while betting on your camel and potentially winning some cold hard cash!
To sponsor a camel or to get more details email amanda@visitcharlevoix.com
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SUPER SALE AT CHARLEVOIX WEAR
All Clearance Items are now Buy 2, Get 1 FREE!
Sale also includes Life is Good products ranging from 50-70% off.
Stop at Charlevoix Wear Today!
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NEW ONLINE LEARNING TOOL FROM THE CHARLEVOIX LIBRARY
Do you need to learn QuickBooks, update your management skills, or find customer service training for your staff? The Charlevoix Public Library now offers free access to Lynda.com, a leading online learning platform that will help you learn business, software technology and creative skills.
Create an account with your Charlevoix Public Library card number and get started.
To create your profile Click Here
charlevoix.library.org
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THE LANDING RUM DINNER
Date: Friday, March 9th, 2018
Place: The Landing Restaurant
Time: 5:30-8:30pm
Cost: $30/person
Don't miss the chance to experience a one of a kind party,
Sample runs from our extensive collection and enjoy dinner and fabulous company as well.
Dinner is limited to 70 guests, so reserve your spot TODAY.
Click Here to RSVP
thelandingcharlevoix.com
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WEDNESDAY SPECIAL AT THE TOWN HOUSE
Pizza Specials will be offered at the Town House Bar on Wednesdays.
Pizza's are from the Charlevoix Pizza Co.
$5 pint & a small pizza
$15 pitcher & a medium pizza.
Offer runs March 6 through May 30, 2018
For more information, call 231.547.6690
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RED MESA GRILL MUSIC LINE UP
March
13th - The Real Ingredients
20th - Soul Patch's Wink
27th - Blake Elliott
April
3rd - Project 6
10th - Third Groove
17th - Brett Mitchell
24th - Oni & Noeli
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DINNERS-TO-GO
FROM THAT FRENCH PLACE
Mar 8 | Beef Bourguignon
Mar 9 | Coq Au Vin
Mar 10 | Hand-made Pasta w/ Onion, Zucchini & Pancetta Sauce
*Call 231.437.6037 by 2pm to order.
*Pick up between 4:30-6pm.
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RUMMAGE SALE AT CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Date: Friday, April 13 & Saturday April 14
Place: C
hrist
Episcopal Church, 200 State Street
Time: Friday-8am-3pm | Saturay-8am-12noon
Proceeds to benefit Third Day Fellowship and the Episcopal Church Women
christepiscopalchurch.net
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BEAVER ISLAND BIRDING TRAIL FESTIVAL - WARBLERS ON THE WATER
Date: May 25-27, 2018
Place: Beaver Island
The island is a spring migratory song and shore bird mecca with over 200 species of birds recorded from the island. Registration is limited and birders are urged to register early Here
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LOCAL RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVES
Date: Thursday, March 8, 2018
Place: Community Reformed Church, Charlevoix
Time: 12:00-5:45pm
Sponsored by: American House, Charlevoix
americanhouse.com
For info or an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org (sponsor code: Charlevoix) or call 1800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Date: Thursday, March 8, 2018
Place: St Michael Academy, Petoskey
Time: 11:30am-4:30pm
Help SMA reach their pint goal to earn a $250 scholarship for a graduating student as they move on to further their education.
Walk-ins welcome. You can also call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) for available times or call St. Michael Academy at 231.330.9025 for more information
stmichaelpetoskey
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THE DOGMAN CHALLENGE FAT BIKE RACE IS COMING TO MT. MCSAUBA
Revolution Bike in Charlevoix is proud to host the 6th Annual Dogman Challenge Fat Bike Race with the support of Bickersteth Brown & Associates, The City of Charlevoix, Charlevoix Convention & Visitors Bureau, and DTE Energy Foundation.
The event is on tap for Saturday, March 10th beginning with a mass start at 12:00 Noon on top of the bunny hill at Mt. McSauba in Charlevoix. Riders will race Fat Bikes on a 1.8 mile loop through the trails of Mt. McSuaba and North Point Nature Preserve. The riders to complete the most laps in two hours are the champions and will be awarded sweet one-of-a-kind Dogman medals and cash prizes. More
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NEED A GOOD LAUGH - THEN THESE GUYS HAVE GOT YOU COVERED
Live From Charlevoix presents "Cabin Fever Comedy Revue"!
Saturday, March 10, 2018, 8:00pm, at Charlevoix Cinema III
Purchase Tickets Here
Special Student Pricing - Bring your ID
Laughter is the best medicine, especially if you are suffering from Cabin Fever! Join us for a show with three comedians to help you laugh away the winter blues.
HEADLINER - LUKE THAYER - His act is that of the Midwest guy now living in NYC with a wife and kid. His talks of being a new father will leave you rolling in the aisles. He has an odd take on everything we deal with in day to day life.
OPENERS - DEIGO ATTANASIO & KEVIN ZEIOLO - Diego is going to start out the evening with his quick wit, rapid-fire delivery and onstage charisma. Kevin lives by the belief that if you can't laugh at yourself, you are not staring hard enough in the mirror.
livefromcharlevoix.com
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ST PATRICK'S DAY DINNER AT ST MARY'S PARISH
Join us on Sunday, March 11, 2018, from 12-3pm, in the Parish Center for St. Mary Annual St. Patrick's Day Dinner.
The Menu includes: Corned Beef, Ham, Cabbage, Carrots, Red-Skinned and Mashed Potatoes - provided by Grey Gables Restaurant. There will also be a variety of salads and desserts.
Take out or Dine in.
Prices are $12 for adults | $8 for seniors and students | $6 for children 10 and under | $40 for a family.
All are welcome! For more information or questions, call 231.547.6652
stmaryschoolcharlevoix.com
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SHREK THE MUSICAL HAS COME TO THE CHARLEVOIX MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL
If you missed the first weekend, you have 2 more chances to see the Charlevoix MIddle/High School production of "Shrek the Musical".
Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, Lord Farquaad, and all the Fairy Tale Creatures are here to entertain you and provide you with many laughs. Don't miss this spectacular show!
Show Dates are:
Sat. March 10 at 7pm | Sun. March 11 at 2pm
Ticket Prices are:
$10/Adults $5/Students/Seniors $20/Family - good for Sun Mar 11 Matinee shows only.
All performances take place in the Charlevoix Middle/High School Auditorium.
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NORTH CENTRAL'S LIBRARY HOSTING TRAVELING EXHIBIT
North Central Michigan College's Library is pleased to announce that it will be hosting the traveling exhibit, Native Treaties: Shared Rights, on loan from the Clarke Historical Library at Central Michigan University.
The display will be located by the Library Circulation Desk from March 12 - April 10, during normal business hours, Monday-Thursday, 8am-7pm, and Friday, 8am-5pm. The public is invited to visit and view this educational exhibit about treaties, land ownership, rights and more.
For more information about the exhibit, Click Here
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SYRUP SEASON OPEN-HOUSE
Join us at the farm for our annual Syrup Season Open-House
Date: March 17 & 18
Place: Parsons Farm | 61 Parson Rd | 231.547.2038
Time: 11:00am - 3:00pm
Tour Parsons Farm to learn about our Maple Syrup making process.
Enjoy Maple Treats made with our products.
Leave Feedback for a chance to win a Gift Basket filled with maple goodies
Harwood Gold products are all made at the Parsons Farm
Directions to Parsons Farm:
Take US 31 South to Barnard Road (~ 9 miles), turn left.
Go .8 miles to Parsons Road (first road on right, at the bottom of a hill)
Go 1.5 miles, look for the big red barns on the right.
harwoodgold.com
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WHY SMA DAY
EXPERIENCE LIFE AS A GUARDIAN AT ST. MICHAEL ACADEMY
ALL ARE WELCOME! Curious parents with potential students of all ages, intrigued community members, and all supporters of Catholic education.
*Attend interactive sessions featuring SMA teachers.
*Meet current & other potential SMA students.
*Enjoy a delicious complimentary strolling lunch
*And...Don't miss the Student Uniform Fashion Show.
Sunday, March 18, 2018
Doors open at 11am. Walk-in or call to reserve a tour time
Welcome and Fashion Show at 11:30am, 12:45pm and 2:00pm.
Sessions with SMA teachers begin every 15 minutes
$500 TUITION DISCOUNT DRAWING & OTHER INCENTIVES FOR ATTENDEES
225 Summit Park Drive, Petoskey
For private tours on another day, call 231.881.9025
View student videos stmichaelpetoskey.com
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CHARLEVOIX COUNTY COMMISSION ON AGING MONTHLY TRAVEL CLUB
We have a Monthly Travel Club and in March we are doing a ReSale Shopping Trip to Petoskey with lunch at Kentucky Fried Chicken
Boyne City | Wednesday, March 21st
Charlevoix | Friday, March 23rd
East Jordan | Tuesday, March 27th
April's trip is a special one so please Save the Date of Tuesday, April 17, as we will be headed to the Crooked Tree Arts Theater for Little Traverse Civic Theaters "August: Onsage County" for an evening play!
Please sign up for these events at the Senior Centers.
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GET READY FOR THE ANNUAL AQUA EGG HUNT AT THE CHARLEVOIX AREA COMMUNITY POOL
Date: Friday, March 23, 2018
Place: Charlevoix Area Community Pool
Register now for one of two waves: 3:30-4:30pm
or 5:00-6:00pm. Limited to 50 swimmers per wave.
Swim and dive for eggs, then trade them in at the end of your hunt for an awesome goody bag!
Cost is $5 per swimmer and Popcorn and Refreshments are included. .
Note: Children 3 and under are free. Children 5 and under must have an adult swimmer in the water with them.
Reservations required for all swimmers.
Call 231.547.0982 or register online Here
charlevoixpool.org
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NO LIBATIONS FOR LIVE IN MARCH
The March Libations for Live has been rescheduled and we will keep you posted.
But mark your calendars for Saturday, April 7th, when John Murray & Dan Barron bring their special talents to The Town House Bar. 5-8pm.
These two have a lot of surprises planned for their big night behind the bar at The Town House! You will not want to miss this event and all that it has in store.
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NORTHERN MICHIGAN'S LARGEST HIRING EVENT EVER
* Saturday, March 10, 2018
* The Ellison Place, Gaylord
* 10:00am - 3:00pm
This premier Hiring Event provides you with the opportunity to hire candidates throughout Michigan. It also provides a great way to feature your company as one of the premier places to work here in northern Michigan, both north and south. All these opportunities under one roof, one location, one day!
To Register Click Here
For more information call 231.348.6613 or email ccefaq@ncmich.edu
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Please
Click Here to view jobs available with the following Chamber Members.
Belvedere Club
Bergmann Center, Inc
Castle Farms
City of Charlevoix
Drost Landscape
Glik's
MDC Contracting
Northern Lakes Economic Alliance
Viridis Living
Please visit the below resources for other job opportunities in our area.
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Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce
Premier INVESTORS
VIP MEMBERS
PLATINUM MEMBERS
To view Investor, Silver, & Gold Members
Click Here
Would you like to become a Premier Investor?
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