To Register for the May 22nd Workshop Click Here
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HELP US RESTOCK OUR LOBBY    

With the summer season almost upon us we want to make sure our lobby is stocked with the newest, most current member information. 

If you have new brochures, rack cards, menus, etc., please drop them off at your convenience.  If you have never had your business or organization's information in our lobby, now is the time to do so. 

The Chamber is the first stop for many of our visitors and they always want to see "what's new".  Take advantage of this member only benefit and let us help you promote your business/organization.  There is a spot waiting for you.



THE CHARLEVOIX AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WELCOMES NEW MEMBER

A PLACE ON THE HILL (formerly Autumn Joy)
Tacy Johnson - Owner/Manager
09020 Upper Bay Shore Road
Charlevoix
Phone:  231.237.9594
Email: info@aplaceonthehill.com
Facebook: facebook.com/a-place-on-the-hill-afc

Located in the beautiful rolling hillsides near the City of Charlevoix, A Place On The Hill offers the very finest in Assisted Living.  Beautifully furnished with comfortable common rooms and soothing outdoor spaces.  A Place On The Hill is dedicated to the care and well-being of your loved ones.  Licensed as an AFC in the State of Michigan.  Member of the Michigan Assisted Living Association.


STEWART'S FOLIE
LuAnne Kozma & Ellis Boal, Owners
Phone: 231.547.2828
Email: luannekozma@gmail.com
Website: airbnb.com/rooms/21535652

Spend a week on the north shore of Lake Charlevoix in our renovated farmhouse, Stewart's Folie, for an "up north" vacation.  This 4-bedroom family home sleeps 7.  The large deck looks over Lake Charlevoix facing southwest for beautiful sunsets.  Kitchen has large farmhouse sink.  Several cooking options, including woodstove, convection oven, solar oven on the deck, charcoal grill, and 2 burner induction cooktop.  One full bath downstairs has walk-in shower, and half bath upstairs has tub and shower.  Each bedroom has its own sink.  

SPOTLIGHT ON HUNTINGTON BANK    
It's been more than 150 years since Huntington Bank was founded.  Since then, it's grown into one of the largest and most respected banks in the Midwest, with $104 billion in assets and a network of 966 branches and 1,848 ATM's across eight states.  Huntington's purpose is to help make people's lives better, help businesses thrive, and strengthen the communities they serve. Thanks to its growth, Huntington has been able to continuously invest in our communities through event sponsorships, charitable contributions, financial education and volunteerism.

"We believe that developing relationships and investing in local nonprofit organizations builds healthy and vibrant communities," says John Irwin, president of Huntington in West Michigan.  "Looking out for people means proactively caring for those we serve.  We notice when our customers are facing a challenge and we step in to help."

Huntington and its affiliates provide consumer, small business, commercial, treasury management, wealth management, brokerage, trust, and insurance services.  Huntington also provides auto dealer, equipment finance, national settlement and capital market services.
 

For more information contact Jennifer Rekasi, Branch Manager / AVP at 231.547.3372.
 
City NEWS

MDOT US 31 ROAD PROJECT OPEN HOUSE MAY 15
Lane Conversion (Road Diet) Within A Road Improvement Project  
Tuesday, May 15 from 4:00 - 6:00pm 
City of Charlevoix Council Chambers 
210 State Street

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is hosting a drop-in open house to discuss a lane conversion (road diet) within a road improvement project on US 31 from Barnard Road to the Mercer Road area (excluding the bridge) in the City of Charlevoix.

The open house will have the road project plans displayed for review with the opportunity for residents, commuters, organizations, agencies, and business owners to ask questions and provide comments to MDOT staff.

Project Information:
This road improvement project consists of a hot mix asphalt mill and overlay with safety and pavement marking improvements that will change the four-lane section to a three-lane section.  The lane conversion (road diet) will improve safety by maintaining one lane in each direction with the addition of a center left turn lane.  There will also be Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ramp upgrades.  The project is expected to begin in early August and be completed by the middle of November.

For more information, please contact James Lake, MDOT office of Communications, 906.250.0993 or lakejl@michigan.gov 
 


LAST CHANCE!  FREE WEBINAR!  APRIL 26
PRACTICAL USES FOR EMAIL AUTOMATION
Save time and build stronger relationships by sending timely, relevant emails to your subscribers.  We'll provide a simple formula and use case examples to help you create automated emails that get results for your business.  You'll find out:

*How to engage customers to build lasting relationships
*How to turn customers into loyal, repeat buyers
*How to keep your audience engaged.

SAVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!

Articles from Constant Contact:
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Everything to Check Before Hitting Send 
NORTHWEST MICHIGAN ARTS & CULTURE SUMMIT
MAY 9 AT INTERLOCHEN
Artists, organizations, businesses, and others in the creative sector are invited to participate in the Northwest Michigan Arts & Culture Summit Wednesday, May 9, at Interlochen Center for the Arts.  This is the third annual regional summit to strengthen relationships, build value for the arts, support cultural economic development, and continue building the ten-county arts and culture network.  Panel discussions and breakout sessions will focus on supporting regional artists, advocacy, community engagement, cultural tourism, hands-on tools and strategies, funding, and strengthening support for arts, culture, and creative connections.  The event will run from 9:00am to 3:00pm at Interlochen's Mallory-Towsley Center for Arts Leadership. More
networksnorthwest.org 
MEDC 2018 MICHIGAN ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE CONFERENCE 
Need help complying with our environmental requirements?
Join us June 12-13 at the Lansing Center in Lansing Michigan.

Keeping up to date on environmental regulations that affect your organization is a tough job.  Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and connected!  Join hundreds of environmental professionals around the state at the 2018 Michigan Environmental Compliance Conference (MECC) to get your questions answered, and get up to speed on regulatory updates.  Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) hot topics, best practices, and more.

For more information and/or to register, Click Here. Register by May 25th for best rates.
To view the Preliminary Agenda, Click Here
michigan.gov/deq 

NATIONAL DRUG TAKEBACK DAY
Northern Michigan has seen the negative effects of the opioid epidemic.  One way you can help is by participating in the National Drug Takeback Day on Saturday, April 28, 2018, 10am-2pm at various locations throughout the state. 

Medicine cabinets have become a source of drugs for those addicted.  Spring cleaning of the medicine cabinet and proper disposal will eliminate access. 


Facts:
*More than 1000 people everyday are treated for misusing opioids in emergency rooms across the country.
*91 people die every day from opioid overdose (includes heroin and prescription opioids.)
*Michigan ranks 10th for highest state rates of prescribing opioids and 18th for most overdose deaths.
*Family and friends are a key source of prescription opioids - medicine cabinets!

For more information and to locate a disposal site in your area Click Here
Blue Cross and BCN fight the opioid epidemic.
bcbsm.com  
MAY IS SKIN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH BE SMART: GET TESTED 
In recognition of Skin Cancer Awareness Month, McLaren Northern Michigan is teaming up with a local dermatology practice to offer northern Michigan residents free skin cancer screening.

The free screening will take place Wednesday, May 16 from 4-5:30pm at Dermatology Associates of Northern Michigan located at 4170 Cedar Bluff Drive in Petoskey, the office of Murray Cotter, MD, Sherri Vazales, MD, Nicole Rataj Casady, PA-C, Tina Cook, PA-C, Karen Nigg, PA-C, and Mary Stoll, PA-C.

Those who have an area of concern on the skin such as a change in the size, shape, or color of a mole,change in pigmented skin spots, or change in sensation such as itchiness, tenderness, or pain could benefit from a skin screening. More
mclaren.org/northern 
BLOOM REOPENING MAY 1 
Bloom is reopening for the season May 1, 2018. 
Come and see us for PROM, Mother's Day, and we have loads of fabulous grad gifts.

Open 7 days a week 10:00am - 8:00pm
bloomfloraldesign.com 
NEW BOOK WRITTEN BY LONGTIME CONSERVANCY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The highly requested and much anticipated compilation of essays and newsletter columns by longtime Little Traverse Conservancy Executive Director Tom Baily is hot off the press.  A North Country Almanac: Reflections of an Old-School Conservationist in a Modern World, features previously-printed pieces as well as additional pieces Tom has written over the years. 

Books are available through the Conservancy office and local book stores. They can also be purchased on the LTC website or by calling 231.347.0991.  The printing cost for the book was generously underwritten by Ian and Sally Bund.  100% of the proceeds of books purchased through the LTC are given back to the Conservancy.
Cost is $25 + $7.25 shipping.
landtrust.org 
NORTH CENTRAL'S MEA REPRESENTATION VOTE
Following a conference call this afternoon between representatives of the MEA, MERC and College administration, it was determined that North Central Michigan College's Office, Clerical, Custodial and Maintenance employees had enough votes in favor of MEA representation for purposes of collective bargaining.  It will still take five business days for the election to be officially certified.

The College values its employees and respects their rights to organize.  North Central and all of its employees will continue to work together to focus on student success and our mission to serve those who turn to the College for education or service.
ncmich.edu 
INSTANT WINE CELLAR IN NEED OF VOLUNTEERS
We still need a few more volunteers!  The Char-Em United Way fundraiser to support Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, the Instant Wine Cellar at the Zoo Bar in Boyne Highlands on May 4th, just over two weeks away!  Would  you like to get in on all the fun of the Instant Wine Cellar but not pay admission?  Volunteer to help us for part of the evening and do just that!  We have a variety of volunteer needs from 6:00-8:15pm or 8:15-10:30pm.  Sell raffle tickets, beverage tokens and commemorative wine glasses, help with the auction, guest admissions or several other activities to help us make the night a success.  Give the office a call at 231.487.1006 or email Missy Wright at vista@charemunitedway.org.  For more information Click Here.
charemunitedway.org
 
WINE & Dine

$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 1 | Charles Madison
*May 5 | Cinco de Mayo Party w/ Dave Cisco | 6-10pm
*May 8 | A Brighter Bloom
*May 15 | Jason Dean
*May 22 | Jakey Thomas
*May 29 | Blake Elliott
magnumhospitality.com/redmesa 

AN EVENING WITH VALERIE HEMINGWAY
Join us for an exciting speaking engagement on Saturday, April 28th with Valerie Hemingway, where you'll learn about her time as Ernest Hemingway's personal assistant and daughter in-law.  Event will start at 5:30pm with a cocktail hour and meet and greet with Valerie, followed by her presentation and conclude with a Q&A.

You won't want to miss it!  Call Hotel Walloon directly for tickets at 231.535.5000.  Cost is $85 for the public and includes 2 drink tickets, tax & gratuity.
LIBATIONS FOR LIVE SCHEDULE 
April 28 - Weathervane 
Guest Bartenders: Jacq Dipert / Darsi Lee
Happy Hour just got Happier!
HISTORICAL SOCIETY PRESENTS "BEAUTIFUL CHARLEVOIX - THE ART AND INFLUENCE OF IRENE HARSHA YOUNG"  
The Charlevoix Historical Society will be presenting an illustrated program on Irene Harsha Young, wife of builder in stone, Earl  Young, at the Depot, Depot Beach on  Tuesday, May 1 at 7pm. 

Irene, an artist, was an unsung helpmate who helped bring many of Earl's designs to completion.  She produced much work herself, including three regional maps (Little Traverse, Grand Traverse, Mackinac Island) that grace hundreds of homes across the country. 

Presenters of the program are Irene's grandniece and guest curator Jennifer Harsha Carroll and Society curator Trevor Dotson. 
Call 231.547.0373 for more information.
   
chxhistory.com 
NORTHERN SYMPHONIC WIND ENSEMBLE TO PERFORM MAY 2
On Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 7:00pm at Charlevoix High School auditorium, the Northern Symphonic Wind Ensemble will present its final concert of the 2018 year. 

The concert is titled "The Joy of New Growth."  Spring calls us out of our winter hibernation to witness the sounds and colors of the new growth that is all around us.  In celebration of Spring the ensemble will perform the "Selections" from "West Side Story" by Leonard Bernstein, music from "My Fair Lady" by Lerner and Loewe, "Blessed are They" by Johannes Brahms, "Chorale and Shaker Dance" by John Zdechlik, "Shenandoah" by Frank Ticheli and will feature local composer Tony Manfredonia in his new composition "Love Awakens." More
facebook.com/northernsymphonicwinds 
"INSTANT WINE CELLAR" FUNDRAISER GETS NEW LOCATION 
The 8th annual Instant Wine Cellar is scheduled for 6:30pm, Friday May 4th.

Join us at the Zoo Bar at Boyne Highlands for music, dancing, fun, and food.  There will be plenty of wine and beer available for the raffle through attendees - all to raise money to bring FREE books to children in Emmet and Charlevoix counties!  Entry to the event is $5 and either a ($20 value) bottle of wine or a six-pack of craft beer, or just $25 per person, and this year pre-registration is available online.  This is the second year the Instant Wine Cellar is supporting Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, and the first at the ZOO BAR.  More 
charemunitedway.org  
MOTHER - DAUGHTER TEA
Surprise Mom with a Mother-Daughter Tea at Stafford's Perry Hotel the day before Mother's Day, Saturday, May 12, 2018 at 1pm.  

The High Tea will be held in the Reycraft Room overlooking Little Traverse Bay. 

Tickets are $25 each or $45 for 2 and can be purchased at any of the following locations between now and April 30th:  Grandpa Shorter's, Salvation Army Thrift Store, and Salvation Army Community Center. 

Advance purchase is required.  To purchase tickets online Click Here
Please call 231.622.1057 for more information.

Proceeds benefit the Salvation Army
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

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

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. 
 
 
 
Please Click Here to view jobs available with the following Chamber Members.  
 
Beaver Island Boat Company
Belvedere Club
Belvedere Golf Club  
Castle Farms
Char-Em United Way
Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce
Charlevoix Public Library
Charlevoix State Bank
Charlevoix Venetian Festival 
City of Charlevoix
Friske Orchards Farm Market
Glik's
Island Airways
Pointes North Inn
Porter Creek Fish House 
 
 
    Please visit the below resources for other job opportunities in our area.jobs

 
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?
call the Chamber at 231.547.2101 or email  chamber@charlevoix.org for more information