Elk Rapids Area
Chamber of Commerce
"Monday Minute" Newsletter
August 8, 2022
Chain of Lakes Area
Acme * Alden * Atwood * Bellaire * Central Lake * Eastport * Ellsworth * Elk Rapids * Kewadin * Rapid city * Torch River * Williamsburg
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Elk Rapids Farmer's Market
Every Friday from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Farmer's Market is sponsored by Raymond James Financial, Rockne L. Paige, CFP
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Thank You! To our Sponsors of this Week's Evening on River Street
Chang's Express
Gill-Roys Hardware
Ice Cream Peddlers,
Riverside Title
Stoney Cabin Toys
Short's Brewing Co.
Wildflower SoapWorks
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Arts & Crafts Show, Saturday, September 3
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Swan Race 2022 🦢 And the Winner is......
$250.00 First Place Winner, #65, Diane Grozdon
$100.00 Second Place Winner, #57, Amy Cannon
$50.00 Third Place Winner, #227, Geoff Jones
Congratulations!
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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
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Aug 9, Paddle Antrim Paddle Boarding Essentials Class 5 pm
Aug 10, Evening on River Street, Plumville Project 6-9 pm
Aug 10, Rotary Rock-A-Thon at Evening on River Street
Aug 10, ER History Museum Open, 1-4 pm
Aug. 11, ER History Museum Civil War Program, 7 pm
Aug 11, Grass River, Riverfest 5:30-9:30 pm
Aug 11-13, Antrim County Fair in Bellaire
Aug 11, Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra at Raven Hill Discovery Center, 7 pm
Aug 12, ER Farmer's Market, 8-12 pm
Aug 12, Grand Opening of Elk Rapids Wellness 4-6 pm
Aug 13, FREE Second Saturday & Mural Painting at Raven Hill
Aug 13, BOS Wine, Yoga in the Wine Garden, 10 am
Aug 13, Movie Night in the Park, Downtown Alden, 7 pm
Aug 14, British Car Show, Downtown Alden, 11 -4 pm
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Aug 15, Antrim County Veteran Affairs Coffee Talks 9 am
Aug 17, ER History Museum Open, 1-4 pm
Aug 18, Paddle Antrim Kids Kayaking Class, Ellsworth, 2 pm
Aug 18, Paddle Antrim Bellaire Community Paddle 6:30 pm
Aug 18-21, End of Summer Sale @Myrtle & Maude's, 10 - 5 pm
Aug 19, ER Farmer's Market, 8-12 pm
Aug 19, RFD Boys Concert @HERTH 8 pm
Aug 19, Dancing at the Music House Museum w/the Kiogimas 7-9 pm
Aug 20, Harbor Sunset Concert, Nathan Walton, 7 pm
Aug 21, Real Estate One Golf Outing Antrim Dells 2pm
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Aug 24, ER History Museum Open, 1-4 pm
Aug 26, ER Farmer's Market 8-12 pm
Aug 27, Milton Township Clean-up Day
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Aug 30, Coffee with ER Village Council, 6-7:30 pm
Aug 31, Twisted Fish Gallery, Louise Pond Plein Air Workshop 10-4
Aug 31, ER History Museum Open 1-4 pm
Sept 2, ER Farmer's Market, 8-12 pm
Sept 2-5, Sidewalk Sales in Alden, 10 am - 5 pm
Sept 3, Arts & Craft Show, Downtown Elk Rapids 10 am - 4 pm
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Sept 9, ER Farmer's Market, 8-12 pm
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Sept 15-17, Paddle Antrim Festival
Sept 16, ER Farmer's Market, 8-12 pm
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September 23, ESLA, It's a Shore-Hydrology Thing Meeting 5 pm
September 24, Elk Rapids Fall Festival
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October 1, Art Beat @ 3 Galleries in Elk Rapids 10-5
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October 8, Harvest Days in Alden, 10 am - 5 pm
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November 17-20, Myrtle & Maude's Christmas on the Farm
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November 26, Holiday Illumination & Open House in Alden
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2023
January 14, Coffee with Village Council, 9 - 10:30 am
April 11, Coffee with Village Council, 6 – 7:30 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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Public Meetings about OUR CommUNITY
Monday, August 8, ER Village Harbor Commission, 6:30 pm
Monday, August 8, Milton Township Meeting 7:00 pm
Tuesday, August 9, ER DDA Meeting, 6:00 pm
Thursday, August 11, ER District Library Board Meeting 5:00 pm
Thursday, August 11, ER Parks & Rec Meeting, 7:00 pm DATE CHANGE
Monday, August 15, ER Village Council Meeting, 7:00 pm
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Due to high demand, there will be additional open water safety lessons offered from the Village of Elk Rapids on Saturdays. See the schedule below for information on class times and dates. In addition, the Village will be offering Family Open Water Swim Classes on July 30th and August 13th. Read More>>
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Michigan, three other states, announce planned Lake Michigan circuit for EVs
Michigan has signed an agreement with three other Great Lakes states to build and maintain a network of electric vehicle charging stations surrounding Lake Michigan.
The Memorandum of Understanding is between Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin. It aims to create what state officials call an “electric Route 66” that covers more than 1,100 drivable miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, and “will provide electric vehicle drivers a long-distance vacation opportunity with no range anxiety, and no harmful emissions.”
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For upcoming workshops, click:
August 11, 2022, 1:00pm EDT
Join our National Black Business Month webinar as we celebrate with a panel of experts dedicated to answering your business questions. Read more Register Now
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Now hiring? We’ve heard you. We know that Michigan businesses of every size, location, and industry are facing immense talent shortages and challenges. This new tool – known as EmergeSkilled – can help you find and keep employees. It’s a proven technology platform that can help you connect with talent while building a long-term workforce pipeline for the future.
Listen to the full interview with David Brownback, the Michigan Chamber’s Business Solutions Executive, to learn more.
This program is being offered at no charge and is open to all Michigan businesses
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202 E. Grandview Pkwy. Traverse City
(231) 947-5075
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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.
MiLEAP can provide unemployed, underemployed individuals or dislocated workers short-term education and training opportunities to provide a pathway to a high-wage job.
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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 week. 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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Welcome to the Antrim County Fair!
The 2022 fair will be held August 11-13, 2022
The Antrim County Fair is an annual community-based event focusing on local youth and 4-H groups, local crafts, and businesses. There are many activities including equestrian events with multiple age groups and classes.
There are market and showmanship divisions for swine, cows, poultry, sheep, and other animals. Also included in the activities are local performers, craftsmen, and educators. There is an exhibition barn that houses many crafts, foods, photos, and art exhibits. A small animal barn that houses the many ducks, chickens, turkeys, rabbits, and other small animals that participate in the fair activities.
There is a veterans day, senior citizens day, and kids day where we have all kinds of activities geared towards kids! And adults that think they are still kids! We have many local entertainers and vendors. So please come join us at the Antrim County Fair.
(Cover design by Kathryn Wonacott 13 years old)
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Free Ideal Protein ~ Weight Loss Seminar
August 16, 2022 @ 5:30 p.m. in Elk Rapids
Come learn about the doctor supervised Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program proven to promote fat loss, naturally suppresses appetite, and provides nutrition education and support to maintain weight loss. Sample foods available on the program.
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Presented by Dr. Ann Kuenker
Elk RapidsMedical Clinic * 516 Bridge Street * Elk Rapids
Admission is free, please RSVP - call 231-264-0700
www.youridealyouweightloss.com
(Mon. August 15 in Traverse City ~ Thurs. August 18 in Petoskey)
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BOS WINE ~ Yoga in the Wine Garden
Saturday, August 13, 2022, 10 am
Join us and yoga teacher extraordinaire, Blair Yaroch at BOS Wine Garden for a fun and energetic 60-minute Vinyasa Flow to start your weekend off right! This class is open to all levels and will be designed to incorporate a mindful connection to breath and plenty of movement. Expect a dynamic flow accompanied by an upbeat playlist. After yoga, relax and enjoy our Garden Wine flight as you enjoy the garden space. Tickets are $35/person and include yoga and a wine flight. Space is limited so buy your tickets today! 21 and over.
www.exploretock.com/boswine/event/355976/yoga-in-the-garden
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BOS WINE
135 Ames Street
Elk Rapids
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GREAT LAKES EQUESTRIAN FESTIVAL VI
FEI North American Youth Championships
August 9-14, 2022
- FEI North American Youth Jumping & Dressage Championships
- CSI 3*
- Pro Traverse City Derby
- Green Incentive
- National Hunters / Jumper 6 / Equitation
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Now that's music to my ears........
This week's Music~July 25-31, 2022
- Tues. 5-8,
- Thurs. 5-8,
- Fri. 6-9,
- Sat. 6-9
- Fri. Reese Keelor, 6-9 pm
- Sat. Jazz Cabbage, 6-9 pm
- Sat. Zeke Clemons, 4-7 pm
- Fri. Lipstick Jodi, 8-11 pm
- Sat. The Pocket, 8-11 pm
Evening on River Street!
- Wed. Plumville Project, 6-9 pm
- Thurs. Darrell Boger 7 pm
- Fri. & Sat. Willy Jam 7 pm
- Fri. Peter Tolias & Friends 6-8 pm
- Fri. Rick Woods 6:30-9:30 pm
- Sat. AH My Goddess 6:30-9:30 pm
- Thurs. Blair Miller 7-9:30 pm
- Fri. Dirk Quinn Band 7-9:30 pm
- Mon. Karaoke & Open Mic. 7 pm,
- Tues. Dominic Fortuna, 6:30
- Wed. Lee Malone, 6:30,
- Thurs. Nick Vasquez 7 pm,
- Fri. & Sat. Leanna Collins & Ivan Greilick 8 pm,
- Sun.
- Friday -- check Facebook for updates.
(click on each name to get Facebook updates)
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Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor
Summer 2022 Concert Series
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Saturday, August 20, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Nathan Walton |
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We would like to welcome the newest members to our team! |
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Adrian Draper
Licensed Cosmetologist
Specializing in Color, Highlights, and Balayage.
Accepting New Guests
Please call (231) 264-8184 to schedule an appointment.
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Amanda Kilborn
Licensed Massage Therapist and Aesthetician.
With more than 20 years in the spa industry, Amanda has had the opportunity to learn and master several massage techniques and skin-care regimens. She strives to provide the highest level of customer care and looks forward to serving the Elk Rapids community
Amanda is currently accepting new guests.
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Please call (231) 264-8184 to schedule an appointment.
Hairport Salon & Spa | 404 Bridge Street. | Elk Rapids | (231) 264-8184 |
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Myrtle & Maude's * 10937 Elk Lake Rd. * Elk Rapids * (231) 313-1051 |
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Join us this summer for weekly slow rolls in northern Michigan. We ride slow, chit-chat, ding our bells, wave, and smile a lot at a slow roll. All abilities and levels of biking experience are welcome. We ride to celebrate neighbors, community, bicycles, and staying healthy.
Slow Rolls — Elk Rapids
- WHEN: Every Thursday evening. Gather at 5:50 pm. Roll out at 6 pm.
- WHERE: Begins at the Cedar St. parking lot and ends at Short’s Pull Barn
- ROUTE: We change the course up weekly and always stick to an easy 4-5 mile route. Let’s explore Elk Rapids’ beautiful neighborhoods.
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New at the Elk Rapids District Library
Please stop in to check out our new "Library of Things". We have collected a range of everyday tools, games, and activities for patrons use.
As time goes on we plan on adding to the collection but for now we have 40 "things" available.
The binder, with photos and descriptions, is ready for your perusal. Just ask at the circulation desk where we can answer any questions you might have.
We are grateful to the Friends of the Elk Rapids District Library for their financial backing of this project. This is a great addition to the Library and we are proud and excited to offer it to you.
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Dahlias 101 with Rusty Hart
Join Rusty and learn everything you ever wanted to know about Dahlias! Saturday, August 27th at 2 pm.
There is a $5 fee for this class. Please call ahead to register. 231-599-2824
Pine Hill Nursery🌺 886 US 31 North🌺 Kewadin🌺 (231) 599-2824
Traverse City Location 🌻1126 Carver St. 🌻Traverse City 🌻(231) 941-1808
The Garden Cafe
The Garden Cafe (Torch Lake location) is a perfect spot to have lunch with the girls, date night, or grab your favorite local beverage. We are open for lunch daily. Or Join us Friday and Saturday evenings for dinner and live music on the patio 6-8 pm.
Now is the time to fill in those spaces in your garden! From coneflowers and hydrangeas to Russian sage and hibiscus, everything is so beautiful. You can't go wrong!
Torch Lake Location
- The more you buy, the more you SAVE!
- Gallon Perennials Buy 2 get the 3rd HALF OFF
- 4.5-inch perennials $6 each or
- 10 or more $5 each or 20 or more $4 each
- 30% off Large Pottery
- 50% off remaining annuals
PLUS CHECK OUT OUR ANNUAL TENT SALE
for HUGE deals on garden art and gift shop items and Bargain Tables for great deals on plants!
Traverse City Location
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Our annual Deal Yourself Some Savings sale is back. Draw a card when you check out to get up to 30% off your entire order (original prices)!
- Up to 50% off remaining annuals.
- Check out our bargain table with AWESOME deals on many items!
Hours: Monday-Saturday 9-6, Sunday 10-4
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Twisted Fish Gallery
Second of Three Summer PAIRINGS!
Twisted Fish is delighted to welcome the second of three summer PAIRINGs . Their latest PAIRING features the imagery & elements unique to Michigan- in canvases that tell the story of the coast & farmland-to sculptural furnishings created from our indigenous woods, stone & steel.
Without comparison, sculptor Dick Davis & painter Alan Maciag are true Michigan gems. Both artists are represented in galleries throughout Michigan & are known for creating pieces that represent the best of our region- our stunning environment.
This PAIRING runs through August 13, 2022.
For further details please see our website:
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Visit Twisted Fish Gallery at: 10443 S. Bay Shore Drive * Elk Rapids
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Plein Air Workshop with Louise Pond
August 31 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
This one-day workshop will be a fast-paced exploration of painting en Plein Air, making marks, eliminating the unnecessary, and telling the most with the least amount of details, all wrapped up with perfect values and a rousing composition and exciting chroma...... Read More>>
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2022 Paddle Antrim Festival is a two-day paddling event through the Chain of Lakes Water Trail in Northern Michigan. Paddle one or two days and go from
Tuesday, August 9 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Register Today Class will be held at Arbutus Lake, No 5, Traverse City, MI (http://www.gtrec.org/facility.asp?ait=av&aid=18) This class teaches paddlers the basics for paddle boarding in a fun and safe way. You’ll learn about different paddling board features and types. Learn how to make the paddle board go where you want it to go and basic safety skills needed on the water. You will have the opportunity to learn what to… Read More » $40
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Music House Museum * 7377 US-31 N. Williamsburg, MI 49690
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Castle Farms
Monday, August 8, 2022, 6 pm - 8:00 pm
Pottery and Wine
All paints, supplies, and artist guidance included. Once you have completed your pieces, they will be transported to the Cottage Pottery studio for professional glazing and firing. After completion, they will be ready for you to pick up at your convenience at Castle Farms.
Also included in your ticket: is a glass of 1918 Cellars selections to inspire your artistic senses!
PLEASE NOTE: The pottery shown in the picture may change to an equivalent or better option due to changing inventory levels. Purchase tickets
August 10 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Live Music Every Wednesday! Visit 1918 Cellars from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm for live music, food, wine, and more! No tickets are necessary to enjoy the music! Live Music: Lou Thumser
Castle Farms * 5052 M-66 * Charlevoix * (231) 237-0884 Facebook Page
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Want to help support the Elk Rapids Cheerleaders?
Tell everyone you know that they will be having an ongoing bottle drive so save your bottles and cans or your bottle slips. You can drop them off Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays starting July 18 at the Elk Rapids track between 5:30 pm-8:00 pm. If you can’t get to the track let us know we will pick them up! Call or text Jackie at 989-916-5273 or Kristie at 231-944-4145.
Thank you all for your continued support! We appreciate each and every one of you!
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The Elk Rapids Schools Bond Construction Website
Continue to check ER Schools Facebook Page for Construction Progress
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6500 Alden Hwy ~ Bellaire
(231) 533-8576
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Blooms & Birds: Wildflower Walk
Every Tuesday, 10:00 am (2 hrs)
Go for a relaxing stroll on the trails with GRNA docents Julie Hurd and Phil Jarvi each week to find and identify the beautiful and unique wildflowers at Grass River. Along the way, we will listen and look for the birds that call Grass River home. Every Tuesday at 10 am.
Kayak Grass River
Wednesday, August 10, 2022 - 9:30 am (2.5 hrs.), $45 per person - includes tour, kayak, PFD, and paddle for each participant. There is no better way to experience Grass River than by paddling its calm waters and enjoying its unique wildlife! On these morning guided tours, visitors explore Grass River by kayak and find out about GRNA’s conservation efforts, wetland plants, and wildlife. Adults Only. Limited to small groups, must pre-register. Call GRNA to register: 231-492-8793, or email james@grassriver.org. This program meets at the Grass River Center and then walks to the dock to launch kayaks. Kayaks and paddles are provided and ready for you at the dock.
Zentangle
Thursday August 11, 2022 - 1:00pm (1.5hrs), $10 per person
Learn the meditative art of Zentangle. Created either in black-and-white or brilliant colors, this art form uses your imagination to create stunning patterns within natural shapes. $10 per person. All materials supplied.
A Naturalist on the Trail
Fri, August 12, 10:30 am – 1:30 pm
Every Friday this summer a naturalist will be stationed outdoors on our trail system, offering a new mobile mini-program each week. Stop into the Center to find out where the naturalist is that day, or go find them on the trail! You can drop in any time during the 3-hour window of the program. For all ages! Donations welcome.
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RIVERFEST 2022
Thursday, August 11, 2022
5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
The patio at Cedar River Lodge, Shanty Creek Resort, Bellaire MI*
Live music by Steve Stargardt Trio though out the evening
Cash bar - Strolling dinner
Wine pull featuring Laura's Picks from Village Market Food Centers
Annual GRNA update by Executive Director, Jenn Wright
Live Auction - Paddle Raise
Stay and mingle, dance, and enjoy the music
* In case of rain, we will move to the Jordan Room at Cedar River
For more information on the event and auction, Read More>>
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News from the Road - July 2022
Women in Industry Event - Young Women Welcome!
Michigan Women's Commission Quarterly Public Meeting
The Michigan Women's Commission is hosting its quarterly meeting in Traverse City. They invite local young women to learn about their work creating opportunities and removing barriers for women seeking fulfilling careers in Michigan. Newton's Road will be a panelist speaker. Join us on August 9th at 1 pm in the United Way training room, Traverse Connect Building, 202 E Grandview Pkwy, Traverse City. Learn more about the MWC ➔
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STEAM/Maker Alliance 2022 Passport is available!
Our 2022 STEAM map for Northwest Michigan is here! Visit or attend an event from one of our member organizations to get a stamp on your passport. Get a minimum of 5 stamps on your passport and turn it into any of the listed STEAM/Maker locations to enter to win a STEAM/Maker Prize Pack during our monthly drawings from July to December. Learn More >>
"Look for Newton's Road under their tent at Evenings on River Street!"
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Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra will present a concert at Raven Hill this Thursday, August 11th at 7 pm. Lynn Hansen on the Oboe and English horn and Ann Schoelles on the Viola will entertain guests with music from Michigan's lumbering era to the present as a celebration of the Smithsonian Labor Days History of Work exhibit, which is currently on display at the Center. This is a free outdoor concert on the grounds of Raven Hill with refreshments served afterward. Bring the entire family. You can email info@miravenhill.org to let us know that you are planning to attend.
Reservations are appreciated, but not necessary. Call 231.536.3369 for more information.
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Saturday, August 13th is another FREE (Families Reaching for Educational Excellence) Second Saturday here at Raven Hill AND a community mural painting with Kelly Boyle. Kelly is a Lansing-based painter and printmaker, who designed her first community mural ten years ago for a park near her home. Kelly shares this about the experience of helping with a community mural: “Anyone can help paint a mural! I love involving people of all ages and experience levels in the creation of artwork that brightens up the community. Come grab a brush and make your mark!” Raven Hill invites you and your family to join us for an afternoon of discovery and to help paint new signage for the Center. FREE Second Saturdays are free admission for families only. No groups, please. For more information, email info@miravenhill.org or call Cheri at 231.536.3369.
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Join us at Raven Hill at 7 pm on Thursday, August 11th for a Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra concert “Work is Play“. RSVP to info@miravenhill.org with numbers attending, please. Finally, bring the family for a FREE Second Saturday on August 13th from noon to 4 pm. This event is for families only, no groups, please. For more information call Cheri at 231-536-3369.
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August 8-13, 2022
Every donation or purchase at the Acme Christian Thrift Shop allows us to help our neighbors in need within the food pantry. Enjoy everyday low prices at the thrift shop.
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This sale runs thru Saturday, August 6, 2022
Accepting donations Tuesday - Saturday 10 am- 2 pm
Please call ahead with any furniture or large donations.
Thank you for choosing to donate to ACTS!
Acme Christian Thrift Store and Food Pantry
8925 M 72 E. | Williamsburg, MI | (231) 938-2990
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