Elk Rapids Area
Chamber of Commerce
"Monday Minute" Newsletter
April 25, 2022
Chain of Lakes Area
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2022 Chain of Lakes Area Snapshot of Upcoming Events
Where to go, What to see, and
What to do in the Chain of Lakes Area
April 26, Garden Club Meeting, The Value of Wetlands
April 27, Groundbreaking Ceremony at ER High School 5 pm
April 27, Bingo @Short's Pull Barn 6 pm
April 30, Pine Hill Nursery Spring Expo 10 am -3 pm
April 30, Arts & Craft Show at ER High School 10-4 pm
April 30, Milton Township Clean-up Day
April 30, TADL MakerFest 10 am - 3 pm
May 1, G.T. Butterfly House opens for the Season 🦋
May 1, Day After Anni Party Specials At Pull Barn
May 3, Tart Trails, Acme Connector Groundbreaking 4 pm
May 12, MiCareer Quest @ GT Civic Center
May 12-14, Rotary District Conference
May 14, ER Super Recycling Day
May 18, Barry Ross Trio at Music House Museum 7:30 pm
May 19-22, Myrtle & Maude's Blossoms Weekend Event
May 20, Cherryland Middle School Color Run 5 pm
May 24, Garden Club Meeting, Annual Monarch Migration
May 26, Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting for TRUE BLUE Gallery 5 -7 pm in Alden
May 27, ESLA, It's a Shore-Weather Thing Meeting 5 pm
May 28, Arts & Craft Fair Downtown Elk Rapids 10-4 pm
May 28, Village of ER Spring Clean-up Day
May 28, The Accidentals Concert @HERTH 8-10 pm
May 30, Memorial Day Parade Downtown Alden 1 pm
June 1, Coffee with Village Council, 6–7:30 pm
June 2, Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening for Amy Kate Designs 5- 7 pm
June-August, Discovery Camp at Raven Hill Discovery Center
June 4-11 Art Beat with ER Art Galleries
June 10, Opening Day ER Farmer's Market 8-12
June 10-12, Wooden Boat Show
June 11, Free Fishing Weekend ~ Kids Day at Kids Pond
June 11, Household Hazardous Waste Collection 8-12 in ER
June 11, Strawberry Social and Auction, WUMC 3:30
June 16-19, Farm Fresh Fathers Day weekend @Myrtle
& Maude's
June 18, Green Elk Rapids Nature Fest 11 - 3 pm
June 19, Strawberry Festival @Alden Depot Park 12 pm
April 15-Sept 25, Green ER Exhibit @ Dennos Museum
Traverse City Horse Shows June 8-September 18
ER Farmer's Market every Friday, June 10- Oct. 7, 8-Noon
Wednesday Evenings on River Street June 29-Aug.10, 6-9pm
June-August, Discovery Camp at Raven Hill Discovery Center
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Affordable housing is a huge problem in our region. Young families and many in the workforce are being squeezed out of the housing market, and as a result, we all pay the price. Why?
Click here for the facts about why we need to work together to find solutions for our community.
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Public Meetings about OUR CommUNITY
Tuesday, April 26, ER Planning Commission Meeting 7:00 pm
Monday, May 2, ER Village Council Meeting 7:00 pm
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE:
PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2022-02 – ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
The Village of Elk Rapids Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing at their regular meeting on Tuesday, April 26th, 2022, at the Governmental Center, 315 Bridge Street, at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the Public Hearing is to consider and receive citizen input on, the proposed zoning code ordinance 2022-02: Amendment to 202 Definitions and 431 Accessory Dwelling Units.
The proposed ordinance can be found on the Village’s website, elkrapids.org or copies can be picked up during normal business hours at the Government Center.
Citizens are invited to attend this hearing to speak either pro or con on this matter. Written comments can be directed to the Village of Elk Rapids, 315 Bridge Street, P.O. Box 398, Elk Rapids, MI 49629.
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GOOD NEWS !!!
The Village of Elk Rapids has officially been designated as a Pure Michigan Trail Town!
The Trail Town designation recognizes and provides resources for communities that provide trails and outdoor recreation opportunities to residents and visitors. To date, only eight communities have been recognized as Pure Michigan Trail Towns.
The Village offers a variety of land and water-based recreational opportunities and trails, including the State-designated Chain of Lakes Water Trail hosted by the non-profit Paddle Antrim. In addition, the Village continues to work on the eventual expansion of the Nakwema Trail from its current terminus in Acme.
On Wednesday, April 20, 2022, Trail Alliance leader Christine Petersen accepted the designation at the 2022 Governor’s Conference on Tourism. Thanks to all of the dedicated volunteers who made this happen!
For more information, follow this link:
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A Torch Lake Township Public Hearing is scheduled for May 11, 2022, at 7 pm to consider the completed application submitted by Dollar General for the parcel listed at 5470 North US 31 Central Lake, Mi. 49622. This meeting will be live-streamed via YouTube.
Citizens are invited to attend the hearing to provide input for the commission's deliberations.
LOCATION FOR MEETING
Torch Lake Twp Community Services Bldg
2355 US 31 North, Kewadin
Written letters of concern may be mailed to:
PO BOX 713, Eastport, MI 49627
C/O: zoning administrator
Emailed letters of concern:
All comments must be received by noon on May 11 for consideration.
*Comments left on voicemail cannot be considered
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Milton Township Clean-up Days
2022 Clean-up Days - April 30th & August 27th
This service is provided exclusively for the taxpayers of Milton Township at the corner of Cairn Hwy and Cherry Avenue. All smaller, loose items MUST be secured (tied or rolled up) for easy drop-off. We do not accept oil, flammable materials, batteries, any liquid paints or solvents, chemicals, pesticides or yard clippings, brush, or branches. Refrigerators are accepted ONLY if decommissioned with the red tag and tires (passenger only) are accepted for additional fees.
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Michigan Arts & Culture Council GRANTS
From our historic monuments and museums to traditional practices and contemporary arts, the council is dedicated to ensuring that every citizen and community in Michigan enjoys the civic, economic, and educational benefits of arts and culture.
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For upcoming workshops, click:
April 26, 2022, 1:00pm EDT
Join this webinar and learn about the tax advantages, disadvantages, and structuring options that come with filing your business as an LLC. Read more
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202 E. Grandview Pkwy. Traverse City
(231) 947-5075
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SCALE UP NORTH AWARDS May 5, 2022
Congratulations to 2 Elk Rapids Businesses Finalists!
Traverse Connect's annual Scale Up North Awards competition is committed to bolstering and encouraging the scalability of businesses in the Grand Traverse Region. The Scale Up North Awards recognize and celebrate the vibrant and varied companies doing business "up north", their achievements, and their impact on the community and economy. After several rounds of opportunity to showcase their work, two businesses are selected by a panel of judges and crowned as winner of one of two Scale Up North award categories. We look forward to celebrating the incredible entrepreneurs who make our community thrive! Read More
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FROM THE DESK OF DAVE LORENZ
This week, nearly 500 leaders from the Michigan travel industry converged in Traverse City for the Pure Michigan Governor's Conference on Tourism. The theme of the conference was "Making Music Together," a call for collaboration at a time of challenge.........
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Join in the local economic and community development discussion with regional & state leaders. Tickets are on sale now for the NLEA Economic Symposium.
The Economic Symposium will be held at Boyne Mountain Resort, Boyne Falls on Friday, May 13. Tickets on Sale Now! thru May 4, 2022
The inaugural Northern Lakes Economic Symposium & Annual Showcase is a forum for local and state government officials, community and business leaders, area entrepreneurs, chamber members, educational leaders, and everyone involved in the economic vitality of our region for sharing knowledge of the economic drivers of the region, networking, and celebration.
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Onboarding is the First Step to Retention
According to a new report, recent new hires indicate that their onboarding did not adequately cover many of the basics employees need to be successful including understanding relationship building, organizational culture, technology, and their benefits.
Are you throwing your new employees to the wolves before they truly understand the culture and other important assets of the organization? Read More
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Stay connected with Northwest Michigan Works! at a Career Connection meeting where you can learn about job opportunities and improve job search skills while networking with other job seekers and professionals. Check the Northwest Michigan Works! calendar to see when you can join a Career Connection meeting this week in Benzonia, Manistee, Petoskey, or Traverse City. There are also opportunities to participate online.
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Is transportation or the cost of childcare preventing you from getting a better job – or a job at all? See if the MiLEAP program can help!
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Short's Brewing Takes Action on Northern Michigan Housing Crisis
As Northern Michigan businesses gear up for the summer season and influx of tourism, they’re all faced with the same challenge: not enough workers to fill open positions. The worker shortage has been a challenge for Short’s Brewing every summer since they can remember, but this year seems worse than ever—housing prices are at all-time highs and there is a severe lack of rental inventory. This summer the Bellaire Pub is looking to hire up to 20 additional staff for their kitchen and front-of-house operations and has several open positions at their Elk Rapids campus. Read More
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Together with the Downtown Elk Rapids Association, we are sending out a separate listing of job opportunities in the area every Wednesday. If you would like to be included, please post any job openings on the chamber website, (see below) or send an email to: laura@elkrapidschamber.org
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Jobs can be posted to the chamber website.
Once jobs are created they are submitted to us for approval
For the Job Listings for May 16 "Now Hiring" Issue of the Northern Express, they are offering help wanted ads for free! No limit to the positions you may submit, though they do not guarantee publication of all jobs. Only jobs in Northern Express' 14-county northern Michigan readership area will be considered. Link to sign up: https://www.northernexpress.com/jobs/
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Opening Sunday, May 1, 2022!🦋🦋
Open daily 10 am-4:30 pm for self-guided tours.
Located at 8840 M 72 East, Williamsburg, MI 49690
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Short's Pull Barn *
211 Industrial Park
Elk Rapids * 231-498-2300 x3
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Pine Hill Nursery Spring Expo
@Kewadin Location
Click to read:
Saturday, April 30, 2022, 10 am - 3 pm
Join us for our annual spring party! Check out our informational booths and speakers. See what's new and what's hot this season. Get inspired and have some fun with us.
- 10 am Growing and Using Herbs
- 11 am New Shrubs from Proven Winners
- 12-noon Creative Containers
- 1 pm What's New and Hot in Annuals
- 2 pm Growing Veggies 101
- 3 pm Spring Centerpiece Demo
- Free Kid's Activity Station all-day
- Door Prize Drawing
- The Garden Cafe will Be OPEN
Macrame' Workshop @Pine Hill Gardens
Saturday, April 30, 2022, 10-11:30 am @
A fun beginner-friendly macrame class. You’ll walk away with great memories and your own handcrafted wall planter/vase! Your $25 registration fee includes hands-on instruction and basic supplies to craft your wall hanging. Put the finishing touches with a 4” pot you bring from home or purchase one at Pine Hill. Alternatively, you can bring a pint mason jar and turn your creation into a vase. $25 registration fee.
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Think of Elk Rapids'
"HIDDEN GEM --- HERTH"
Historic Elk Rapids Township Hall
for your special event!
Located at 401 River St., Elk Rapids
Call (231) 498-2273 for information
or to make a reservation.
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Save the Date!
The Accidentals Concert
Saturday, May 28, 2022 8:00-10:00 p.m.
Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall
401 River Street, Elk Rapids
The Accidentals are an American band, formed in Traverse City, Michigan in 2012 by singer-songwriters and multi-instrumentalists Sav Buist and Katie Larson. The group has featured an eclectic blend of indie-folk, pop, bluegrass, rock, classical, and other genres. They have released four full-length albums, three EPs, and two live albums.
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Did you know you can rent Menswear right here in Elk Rapids?!
Prom Special!
$160 for Suit/Tux Rental
You can start designing your look here:
Then visit Tinker Tailor for measuring and ordering! Now booking appointments for Bridal alterations and Suit rentals!
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Drop-off/Pick-up services for Dry Cleaning and Laundering by Master Dry Cleaners of Traverse City. Formal wear dry cleaning is also available! Let us do the driving!
Master Drycleaners drop-off/pick-up at:
Tinker Tailor
504 Bridge St. * Elk Rapids
(231) 409-7498
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Local's Night @ BOS Wine, Every Wednesday 5-8 pm
Wednesday through Saturday 12-8 pm, Sunday 12-6 pm,
Walk-ins are welcome! 🍷
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We are honored to have been recently featured in Traverse Magazine! It is so exciting being on the cusp of the exploding Michigan wine scene; we feel so grateful to have landed here and to have such an incredible community to grow with. Huge thanks to Traverse Magazine for sharing our mission of producing world-class wine through biodynamic farming and encouraging others in our flourishing wine industry to follow suit. https://mynorth.com/.../bos-wine-brings-back-to-basics.../
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The Elk Rapids Indigenous Youth & Friends are raising money for their trip to Yellowstone! |
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Spring may be taking its time, but we are welcoming new art for the 2022 Season and getting ready for some fun in the sun.
Save the dates for... Art Beat, Workshops Read More
Twisted Fish Gallery | 10443 S. Bayshore Dr. | Elk Rapids } (231) 264-0123
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Elk Rapids District Library Survey
As places of learning and connection, libraries are a vital community resource. The COVID-19 pandemic changed the world, including how the Elk Rapids District Library (ERDL) serves its community. To identify valued/desired features of the library…today and into the future…the ERDL is surveying the surrounding community. Your participation in this survey and ongoing support of ERDL efforts are key to the improvement effort.
If you are served by the ERDL, please go to:
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4-Class Series -April 6, 20, 27, May 4, 2022 @ 10:30 a.m.
If you’re thinking yoga is not for you because you might hurt your back, knees, or shoulders, think again, it may just mean that yoga therapy is in your future!
Happy Spring! We are adding a few new classes in April.
April 2022
Tuesday evening 5:30 pm – Gentle Flow
Wednesday 9:00 am – Yin + Flow
Wednesday 10:30 am – Therapeutic Yoga 4 class Series
May 2022
Tuesday 10:30 am - Vinyasa
3rd Sunday of the Month 1:00 pm - Restorative
Weekly class beginning
Wednesday May 11, 2022 at 10:30 am
This class is for all students, with or without previous yoga experience. It may be especially beneficial for those students seeking relief of herniated or bulging disc pain; muscular tension; back, neck and shoulder spasms; tension headaches; and general stress.
The focus will be on strengthening and lengthening tissues in the core, lower, and upper body. Through movement and breath, we will create space, release tension, and maximize energy flow within the body.
Sign up at elkrapidsyogaflow.com or call 231-463-4556 for questions
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Martial Arts Classes
Adult Classes now forming for Anyone 18 yrs. to 98 yrs.
Where: Harbor Fitness, 115 Ames St., Elk Rapids
What to expect: Classes are on average 2 hours long.
Classes are scheduled for Tuesday/Thursday from 1 pm - 3 pm
Come wearing comfortable clothing, (sweat pants and a t-shirt). Uniforms are available to order
This class is a practical self-defense program.
Plan on having fun!
Whether your plan is to compete, lose weight, meet new like-minded people or increase your day-to-day life, we will help you get there faster than you ever thought possible while having fun doing it! The benefits of Martial Arts classes are endless. From confidence and self-esteem to discipline and empowerment, whether you're enjoying our Adult Martial Arts classes or our kid's programs, you'll start seeing improvement in mind, body, and spirit in only a few short classes.
Cost: Classes are $40.00 a month for non-gym members and The First Month FREE for gym members. The first week is free to everyone with no obligation.
Please let the Instructor know if you are a Member at the time of Registration.
Classes will start April 5, 2022
Hurry! These classes will fill up fast. Limited space is available! Please contact Rodney at erkungfuss@gmail.com if you are interested in attending the class
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The 2022 Elk Rapids Harbor Days Button Contest is now open. There is no age limit for participation or limit to how many designs one person can submit. The design must include the name of the event and the year. All designs must be done freehand and only original hard copy submission forms will be accepted. Submission forms can be found under "Forms & Applications" at elkrapidsharbordays.org and can be sent to ER Harbor Days Assoc. Attn: Button Contest, PO Box 801, Elk Rapids, MI 49629 or delivered to the ER Chamber of Commerce at 305 US 31 North, Elk Rapids no later than April 30th.
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Elk Rapids Classic & Wooden Boat Show
June 10 & 11, 2022
Download forms to participate -- Who's Ready !!
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INTERLOCHEN CENTER FOR THE ARTS (ICA) / ART RAPIDS
Community Opportunities – Winter/Spring 2022
Be the first to reserve up to 4 FREE tickets for each event listed! Click on the links for a more detailed description of the performance, continue to the link to reserve tickets using the DISCOUNT CODE- ARCCC at the last step of checkout for your complimentary tickets. Select any event you wish to attend thru Spring 22! This is a wonderful opportunity to experience Interlochen Center of the Arts student performances!!
Friday, May 20, 2022 (Dance)
Corson Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 21, 2022 (Dance)
Corson Auditorium, 2:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 21, 2022 (Dance)
Corson Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
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Acme Connector Groundbreaking Celebration
Tuesday, May 3, 2022, at 4:00 p.m.
Join TART Trails and Top of Michigan Trails Council for a groundbreaking celebration at the current terminus of the TART Trail at Bunker Hill Road.
After the groundbreaking, everyone is invited to join TART Trails and community partners for a slow roll or walk from Bunker Hill Road to Stone Hound Brewing Company to enjoy a refreshment afterward.
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GREEN INTENTIONS: ONE COMMUNITY PROMOTING ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS
April 15, 2022 — September 25, 2022
This exhibit highlights activities by the Green Elk Rapids Committee since its inception in 2009. With a mission to raise awareness and appreciation for environmental issues and the natural environment, the volunteer group works to engage the community through a variety of educational experiences to make an impact at the local level and beyond. Their intentions are to encourage individuals and other communities to actively green their game.
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Paddle Antrim is now accepting applications for their 2022 Ripple Effect Mini-Grant Program. This bi-annual competitive grant program supports projects that protect the waterways and connect people to them. Potential projects must focus on stewardship, education, or increasing accessibility to the lakes and rivers.
Launched in 2015, this program has awarded over $25,800 to 17 projects that have made an impact on over 10 communities. The Ripple Effect Mini-Grant Program is funded from income earned through Paddle Antrim events such as the Paddle Antrim Festival and kayaking safety classes. To be considered for the grant program, projects must be focused on the Elk River Chain of Lakes watershed or adjacent watersheds which impact Antrim County. Eligible applicants include Michigan-based non-profit organizations or governmental entities.
To be considered, applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on May 1, 2022. To learn more and download the application visit:
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The Elk Rapids Schools Bond Construction Website is up and running!
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To download registration form you can also click HERE
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Elk Rapids Garden Club Meeting
April 26, 2022, The Value of Wetlands
Social time begins at 12:30 pm with speakers starting their presentations at 1:00 pm.
James Dake, Education Director at the Grass River Natural Area, will speak on the variety of natural ecosystem services that a wetland provides including cleaner water, flood control, high biodiversity, and a cooler climate. He has taught environmental studies and science in the classroom, nature centers, and museums. James is the author of Grass River's Field Guide to Northwest Michigan.
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6500 Alden Hwy ~ Bellaire
(231) 533-8576
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Check out all the upcoming events at Grass River:
The Secrets of Spring Ephemerals, Zoom Class
Friday, April 29 from 12:00 -1:00 pm via Zoom
In the narrow window between when the ground thaws and the tree canopy leafs out, some of our most beloved wildflowers - like trilliums, bloodroot, and hepatica - bloom in our deciduous forests. In this Zoom class, learn how to identify these delicate yet hardy species called spring ephemerals, and discover the details of their fascinating ecological relationships with other forest species, from seed dispersal and pollination to herbivory. Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtf-mgqDkuEtY71lPF2uaNDpVfE5JA5h53
Spring Fling at Dockside
Tuesday, May 3rd, 5-10 PM
There is no easier way to support Grass River Natural Area than enjoying food and drinks on the beautiful shores of Torch Lake. Join us at The Dockside south of Bellaire on Tuesday, May 3rd from 5 pm to 10 pm where 50% of all food and drink proceeds benefit GRNA.
Enjoy great food with wonderful people in a relaxing environment all while supporting a great organization.
The Dockside | 6340 Old Torch Lake Dr |Bellaire, MI 49615 | (231) 377-7777
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Rotary Club of Elk Rapids Scholarship Application 2022
Three $2,500 scholarships are available to current ERHS Seniors or recent graduates who attend Northwestern Michigan College.
Requirements:
1. Candidate must be a current senior at Elk Rapids Public Schools (either ERHS or Sunrise Academy) or have graduated within the past 3 yrs. and attending Northwestern Michigan College.
2. Candidate must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 at ERHS and or NMC.
3. Two written letters of recommendation must accompany the scholarship request application.
4. The completed application and recommendation letters need to be postmarked no later than April 30, 2022, and mailed to:
Rotary Club of Elk Rapids P.O. Box 814 Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Attn: Scholarship Committee Or e-mail Sherry Steffen, Scholarship Chairperson at stfke109@charter.net
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April 26-30, 2022
9 Things to Always Buy Thrift
Accepting donations, see new times
Tuesday - Saturday 10 am- 2 pm
Please call ahead with any furniture or large donations.
Thank you for choosing to donate to ACTS!
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Acme Christian Thrift Store
and Food Pantry
8925 M 72 E. | Williamsburg, MI | (231) 938-2990
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Registration is open for Northern Michigan Startup Week!
Happening May 9-15 in Traverse City, Northern Michigan Startup Week offers an action-packed week celebrating entrepreneurship and innovation. Events are scheduled for each day of the week and include Techstars Startup Weekend, three-pitch competitions, and events featuring local space industry experts, investors, and the broad startup community. All events are open to the public and will offer opportunities for both students and adults to learn about tech entrepreneurship and the startup ecosystem, make new connections, and develop new business ideas.
Newton's Road is co-host of Space Night on May 9 with Atlas Space and NMC, and Student Pitch Night with NMC on May 13.
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Open to the public from noon to 4 pm on Saturdays and 2 pm to 4 pm on Sundays, plus any other time by appointment. You can email info@miravenhill.org or call (231) 536-3369 for reservations. The Smithsonian Labor Days: History of Work exhibit is on display during regular hours or by appointment.
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Visit Discover Elk Rapids Website:
CHECK IT OUT!
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FOLLOW THE ELK RAPIDS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE |
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