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Elk Rapids Area
Chamber of Commerce
"Monday Minute" Newsletter
March 20, 2023
Chain of Lakes Area
Acme * Alden * Atwood * Bellaire * Central Lake Eastport * Ellsworth * Elk Rapids * Kewadin * Rapid City * Torch River * Williamsburg
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~ Waterside Wellness ~
Meditation and Massage Studio
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Please join us for a 🎀Ribbon Cutting
Friday, March 24, 2023 at Noon
Located at 212 River Street (2nd level) in Elk Rapids
Alice Rubert (231) 632-4408 ~ Melissa Knoll (231) 632-4602
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2023 Chain of Lakes Guidebook
Advertising Opportunity!
Promote your business or organization in the Chain of Lakes Guide
A FULL year of advertising in print and online
5,000 copies sent to MDOT centers
10,000 copies delivered to the region
It won't be long before we are tubing down
<-- <-- the river ~~~~~~~~ !
For information on advertising in this popular publication, please contact Laura at laura@elkrapidschamber.org or call (231) 264-8202.
Click HERE to see full publication
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2023 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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Mar 20, Wine Tasting at Torch Lake Cafe', 6 pm
Mar 21, Art & Connection: Healing Through Art, 1-3 pm
Mar 21, FREE Community Dinner @1st Presbyterian, 5 - 6:30 pm
Mar 21-23, Auditions for Boeing, Boeing Play at HERTH, 6 pm
Mar 22, Wonder Wednesday @ER District Library, 3:30 - 5 pm
Mar 22, Art & Connection, Create a Memory Book, 5:30 pm
Mar 23, Fly Tyin Thursdays at Ethanology, 6-8:30 pm
Mar 23, Waterfire Wine at the Smokehouse, 6 pm
Mar 24, 🎀Ribbon Cutting @Waterside Wellness, 12 pm
Mar 24, BOS Wine TGIF Dinner, featuring Crocodile Palace, 5:30 pm
Mar 24, Fish Fry at Sacred Heart Church, 5-7 pm
Mar 25, Early Spring Bird Walk @Grass River Natural Area, 9 - 11 am
Mar 25, Euchre at Sacred Heart Community Center, 6:30-9 pm
Mar 25-26, MI Maple Weekend at Out of the Woods Farm, 10 am-4 pm
Mar 26, Crafternoon for ALL @ER District Library 2-4 pm
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Mar 27-31, Spring Break Drop-in Activities at Pine Hill, 10 am - 3 pm
Mar 28, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 5:30-6:30 pm
Mar 28-30, Spring Break 3 Day Camp @Grass River, 9 am - 3 pm
Mar 29, Brews & Bingo at Short's Pull Barn, 6 pm
Mar 31, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 8:30-9:30 am
Mar 31, Fish Fry at Sacred Heart Church, 5-7 pm
April 1, Easter Centerpiece Workshop at Pine Hill Nursery, 11 am
April 1, Make a Collage Art Class @Grass River, 1 - 3 pm
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April 4, Elk Rapids Job Fair at the ER High School, 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
April 6, DIG Night at BOS Wine w/Bryan Ulbrich of Left Foot Charley,6:30
April 8, Downtown Elk Rapids Easter Scavenger Hunt, 12-4 p
April 8, Euchre at Sacred Heart Community Center, 6:30-9 pm
April 9, Pokemon Club at ER Library, 2-4 pm
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April 11, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 5:30-6:30 pm
April 11, Coffee with Village Council, 6 – 7:30 pm
April 12, Plant/Seed Swap at ER District Library, 5 pm
April 13, BOS Wine TGIF Dinner featuring McCrillis Food Co., 5:30 pm
April 13, Paint & Pour Party for Antrim County Breast Cancer, 5;30 pm
April 14, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 8:30-9:30 am
April 14, Business After Hours at Ethanology, 5 - 7 pm
April 15, Elk Rapids Job Fair at Amvets, 10 am - 1 pm
April 15, Sip + Craft at BOS Wine, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
April 16, Pokemon Club At ER District Library, 2 pm
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April 19, Wonder Wednesday @ER District Library, 3:30-5 pm
April 20, Flowers, Friends, & Fun at Pine Hill Nursery, 7 - 9 pm
April 21, Stand Up Comedy Night at Ethanology, 7-9 pm
April 22, Intro to Blacksmithing, Samels Farm, 8:30 am-12:00 pm
April 22, Introduction to Blacksmithing at Samels Farm, 8:30 am-noon
April 22, Euchre at Sacred Heart Community Center, 6:30-9 pm
April 23 Crafternoon for ALL at ER District Library, 2 pm
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April 25, ER Garden Club Meeting, Program-The Importance of Good Dirt
April 25, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 5:30-6:30 pm
April 28, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 8:30-9:30 am
April 28, BOS Wine TGIF Dinner featuring Sabores y Colores, 5:30 pm
April 29, ER Indigenous Youth Spring Arts & Craft Fair, 10 am-3 pm
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May 6, Spring Garden Party at Pine Hill Nursery, 10 am - 3 pm
May 6, Euchre at Sacred Heart Community Center, 6:30-9 pm
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May 13, Super Recycling Day, 9 am - 3 pm
May 13, Rotary Community Event "Duct Tape Ball" @ A-Ga-Ming Golf
May 19-20, Samels Farm Volunteer Work Bee & Cleanup, 9 am
May 20, Euchre at Sacred Heart Community Center, 6:30-9 pm
May 22, NLEA Symposium @Boyne Mountain Resort, 9 am - 3:30 pm
May 27, Arts & Craft Fair in Elk Rapids, 10 am - 4 pm
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Please email laura@elkrapidschamber.org with any updated event dates.
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Public Meetings about OUR CommUNITY
Tuesday, March 21, Antrim County Econ. Development, 9:00 am
Tuesday, March 21, ER Housing Commission Meeting, 3:30 pm
Tuesday, March 21, ER Village Council Meeting, 7:00 pm
Tuesday, March 21, Torch Lake Township Meeting, 7:00 pm
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THE 5-YEAR MASTER PLAN UPDATE SURVEY IS NOW LIVE
PLEASE CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK TO TAKE THE SURVEY
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ElkRapidsMP
- The survey takes about 20 minutes and will be live from February 20th to March 31st, 2023. There will be an open house this summer and will be another way to provide input. The survey and the open house will be different so please consider participating in both! If you have any questions, please contact Kerri Janisse at kjanisse@elkrapids.org or 231-264-9274.
See Full Press Release: PRESS RELEASE: MASTER PLAN 5-YEAR UPDATE SURVEY - Village of Elk Rapids
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APPLY TO VOLUNTEER ON VILLAGE BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
Are you looking for a way to share your ideas to make Elk Rapids a better place to live, work, and recreate? Do you enjoy working as a team and solving problems? Want to give back to the community? Then join an Elk Rapids Board or Commission! Applications are still being accepted for:
- Beautification Commission
- Downtown Development Authority
- Harbor Commission
- Housing Commission
- Parks and Recreation Commission
- Planning Commission
- Zoning Board of Appeals
Questions about serving? Reach out to the Village Clerk Kaitlyn Szczypka. Thanks for your interest in serving our community! >>Read More
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ELK RAPIDS SCHOOL BOARD TRUSTEE VACANCY March 15, 2023
Board Member, Holly Spencer, tendered her resignation from Elk Rapids Schools Board of Education on March 15, 2023. The district will miss Mrs. Spencer’s experience and leadership but wish her the best in her future endeavors. Elk Rapids School District community members are invited to consider applying for this position and becoming active participants in the education of our children.
According to the Bylaws of the District, an individual is eligible for election or appointment as a School Board member if the individual is a citizen of the United States and is a qualified and registered elector of the School District by the filing deadline. Trustees are expected to attend school board meetings twice a month, in addition to serving on selected committees.
The Board of Trustees anticipates conducting public interviews with interested and qualified applicants on Thursday, April 6, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. An individual will be appointed to fill the vacant position for the remainder of Mrs. Spencer’s term ending on December 31, 2024. The trustee position would then appear on the November 2024 general election ballot as a six-year term.
Interested persons are required to submit a letter of interest and resume via email to School Board President Jennifer Brown, jebrown@erschools.com prior to but no later than 3:00 PM on Monday, April 3, 2023.
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MDARD Value-Added Grant Program
Applications close April 4th, 2023 at 3 PM
"The Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD) is now accepting applications for its latest round of value-added grants.
The Value-Added Grant Program is designed to help retain, expand, attract, or develop agricultural processing in Michigan through targeted investments in technology and equipment, feasibility studies, healthy food access, regional food systems, and urban agriculture. Grant proposals must be received by 3:00 p.m. (EST) on April 4, 2023.
The maximum grant award eligible is $100,000 per proposal. Each project will require a minimum 30 percent match. The value-added proposals will be evaluated through a competitive selection process. Applications for grant funds will be asked to outline how the project will impact and produce measurable outcomes for Michigan's food and agriculture industry.
MDARD is accepting proposals to help expand value-added agricultural processing and food hub development in the state and access to fresh nutritional Michigan-grown foods.
Those interested in applying should visit www.michigan.gov/mdardgrants to view the application and grant guidelines. Apply Here
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MichiganBusiness.org
$10M microloan program launches for Michigan women, entrepreneurs of color
DETROIT - A $10 million business microloan program will provide capital to women and entrepreneurs of color in Michigan.
Michigan Women Forward, a community development financial institution, announced Thursday, March 16, the Michigan Economic Opportunity Fund will lend to people who don’t qualify for traditional loans through banks or credit unions. >>Read More
Mi STEM Forward Program Connects Employers with Talented Students
How do we prepare and attract the next generation of highly skilled, in-demand talent needed by Michigan’s top industries? The University Research Corridor (URC) has a response: recruiting Michigan students from university STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) programs for internships with Michigan companies. >> Read More
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MI TriShare Child Care Pilot Program
The MI TriShare Child Care Pilot Program (TriShare) is an innovative approach to increasing access to high-quality, affordable child care for working families, while also helping to retain talent and removing one major barrier to employment.
Through TriShare, the cost of an employee’s child care is shared equally among the employer, the employee, and the State of Michigan — a three-way split — with coordination being provided regionally by a TriShare facilitator hub which in northern Michigan is United Way of Northwest Michigan! >>Read More
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Regional Child Care Planning Grant Awarded to Networks Northwest
NORTHWEST LOWER, MI - The Early Childhood Investment Corporation's (ECIC) Child Care Innovation Fund has awarded Networks Northwest with a $150,000 grant aimed at expanding access to quality, affordable child care for working families in northwest Lower Michigan. Networks Northwest is one of 16 grant recipients throughout the state awarded funds to support a Regional Child Care Planning Coalition in order to understand the capacity and quality of the current child care system, the child care preferences of parents, and the needs of the business community. The Coalition will also determine barriers to increasing access, affordability, and quality along with strategizing for policy, funding, and programs meant to overcome these barriers.
"Child care is the backbone of our economy", said Governor Gretchen Whitmer. "Access to quality, affordable child care supports parents as they go back to work, ensures kids have the support they need to grow into their best selves, and helps businesses hire, recruit, and retain talent".
The ECIC received $12.5 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act funding in August, awarded by the Michigan Department of Education as part of Caring for MI Future. The state is investing $100 million to dramatically increase access to child care across the state and open 1,000 new or expanded, childcare programs by the end of 2024.
"Access to quality and affordable child care is vital to the economic well-being of a community", said Jessica Willis, Chief Program Officer for Networks Northwest. "We recognize child care as critical infrastructure that enables workforce participation. This grant will support the convening of an inclusive regional network of partners to create the Northwest Regional Child Care Coalition. The Coalition will work to accelerate current initiatives and best practices while identifying advocacy tools and strategies to support business growth."
The Regional Child Care Planning grant runs through June 2024. For more information contact Jessica Willis at Jessica.willis@networksnorthwest.org.
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A NEW WORKFORCE SOLUTION FOR
ALL MICHIGAN BUSINESSES
EMERGESKILLED
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. Read on to learn more.
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Explore workplace trends and ideas for how employers can best support generational teams while keeping employees engaged and motivated for long-term retention and success.
Don’t miss this year's Small Business Summit~April 5, 2023
Special thanks to our sponsor Consumers Energy.
Register today: https://bit.ly/3I00tOR
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Interested in learning more about the Going Pro Talent Fund, a statewide competitive award opportunity that can help offset your staff training costs? Take a look at the details below for our upcoming info sessions!
To register for a session near you and learn about this program and other services offered by Northwest Michigan Works!, visit nwm.org/goingproinfo.
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Have some credits under your belt but didn’t finish your degree? Keep going with Michigan Reconnect! Reach your goals with an Associate Degree or skill certificate. Get started today at Michigan.gov/Reconnect | |
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Michigan’s nonprofits who are struggling with the negative impacts and hardships of the COVID-19 pandemic can now take the first step to receive much needed funding from the $35 million MI Nonprofit Relief Fund for serving their hard-hit communities.
The Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA) and the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) today announced the launch of the “intent to apply” phase for the relief fund, which is focused on assisting small charitable nonprofit organizations.
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EO 101 for Frontline Staff
This virtual training session is focused on providing frontline staff with tools and resources to ensure each individual receives the services they need. We will discuss items such as assistive technology, language access, best practices, and how to best interact with customers with various backgrounds or needs.
- Date: April 5, 2023
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Time: 10AM-11AM (EST)
- Location: Virtual
REGISTER HERE
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Traverse City Horse Show is hiring! Join our team for the 2023 season, and be a part of hosting exciting International Equestrian events in beautiful Traverse City, Michigan
Click here to learn more https://traversecityhorseshows.com/join-the-team/
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Sacred Heart Church
Looking for servers, kitchen help, and baked goods donations.
Helpers, please arrive at 4:00 pm (servers white shirts black pants, and aprons provided). Instructions are provided upon check-in.
Please deliver your baked goods donation on Friday, before 4:00 pm.
click on the link below to sign up or call the office at 231-264-8087.
Sign Up Fish Fry VOLUNTEER
Chamber members please submit volunteer needs for your organization to laura@elkrapidschamber.org
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First Presbyterian Church * 404 Spruce Street * Elk Rapids * (231) 264-8167 | |
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BOS wine TGIF Dinner
Friday, March 24, 2023, 5:30 p.m.
We are excited to feature Crocodile Palace for this TGIF Dinner! Crocodile Palace opened in January in Traverse City and features delicious Chinese Szechuan-inspired fare.
We are offering a "Taste of Crocodile Palace" which will include Fried Rice, Numbing Chicken Wings, Cucumber Salad, and a glass of Riesling. Tickets can be purchased HERE.
BOS Wine * 135 Ames Street * Elk Rapids * (231) 498-2073
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K & K Heating & Cooling * 945 Green St.,* Elk Rapids * (231) 264-8323
The tallys are in for our February special and we were able to raise $420 for the local food pantries. Elk Rapids Community Cupboard and the Bellaire Community Food Pantry will each be receiving $210.
A BIG Thank you to our valuable customers! Let's keep it going and raise even more for our local Veterans!
Feel free to call 231-264-8323 and book your appointment today!
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Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen 617 Ames Street, Elk Rapids (231) 264-0530 | |
Cellar 152 🍷152 River Street🍷 Elk Rapids 🍷(231) 264-9000 🍷cellar152.com | |
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Community Wine Tasting
Every Thursday night, 4:00 - 7:00 pm, $10
Taste and talk at the new community table
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Live Music at the Cellar on Friday and Saturday evenings! | |
The 2023 Easter Pre-Order is open and available. Scan the QR code to sign up, stop by the shop, or give us a call at 231-498-5855. | |
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Spring Break Drop-In Activities
Bring the kiddos out to Pine Hill anytime
March 27th-31st 10 am-3 pm for some free family fun. Take our spring scavenger hunt and plant something to take home. Enjoy the sunny greenhouses and pretend like you traveled somewhere warm for spring break.
Easter Centerpiece Workshop
Join us on Saturday, April 1st at 11 am and create your own beautiful spring centerpiece just in time for your Easter table. Choose to bring your own container or basket or purchase one of ours. A $10 fee includes your soil and moss. Simply pay for the other items and plants that you use. Please call to register at 231-599-2824.
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Register for upcoming classes and workshops on our website! Check back often as we will be posting more classes and workshops soon: https://artandconnection.app.neoncrm.com/.../eventList.jsp
This week:
- Tuesday, March 21, Healing Through Art 1-3 pm
- Wednesday, March 22, Memorabilia Book, 5:30-8:30 pm
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Interlochen Winter/Spring 2023 Community Connection Concerts
Supporters and patrons of ArtRapids can secure up to four (4) free tickets to each of the following concerts in this special series. Follow the links below to learn more and reserve your tickets. Enter discount code ARCCC during checkout.
Thursday, April 13 at 7:30 p.m. (Corson Auditorium)
Friday, April 14 at 7:30 p.m. (Corson Auditorium)
Thursday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m. (Corson Auditorium)
Friday, April 21 at 7:30 p.m. (Corson Auditorium)
Supporters and patrons of ArtRapids can take advantage of this opportunity now.
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Click HERE for vendor application too. Applications must be turned in to mwillis@erschools.com in order to have a spot saved. | |
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Boeing-Boeing! Auditions
The Elk Rapids Players will be holding open auditions for their upcoming production of the farcical comedy Boeing-Boeing by Marc Camoletti on March 21, 22, and 23 at the Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall.
A cast of six characters (four women, and two men) will be selected for presenting Boeing-Boeing in late May and early June.
For a perusal script or further information about assisting either on stage or off stage, contact Director Roxanne Lutey at (231) 944-2976.
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Short's Pull Barn 🍺211 Industrial Park 🚵Drive Elk Rapids 🌸 | |
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Wine tastings 4-6 pm with Kim now every ~
Wednesday at the Village Market in Rapid City
Thursday at the Village Market in Elk Rapids
Village Market 🍷250Ames St.🍷 Elk Rapids🍷 (231) 264-5629
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Ethanology | 127 Ames St. | Elk Rapids | (231) 498-2800 | |
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Scholarship Opportunity!
The Rotary Club of Elk Rapids announces three $2,500 scholarships available to current 2023 ERHS Seniors or recent Elk Rapids Graduates that attend Northwestern Michigan College The application deadline is April 22, 2023.
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Click HERE for the application and guidelines
Contact Sherry Steffen, Scholarship Chairperson with questions,sherry.lkn@charter.net
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Monday Dinner Specials
5:30 - 7:00 pm $10
Thanks to the Ladies Auxiliary for all they do!
ALL ARE WELCOME!
Amvets * 410 Bridge Street * Elk Rapids (231) 264-5182
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Sacred Heart Church🐠 Fish Fry
Fridays, February 24 thru March 31, 2023
143 Charles Street, Elk Rapids (231) 264-8087
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Sacred Heart Fish Fry-It is the Best!!!
Come check it out on Friday from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the Social Hall.
Cod, fries, and mac and cheese available for $12 Adult/ $40 family.
Desserts by donation, served by Sacred Heart Youth.
Stations of the Cross followed by Reconciliation begins at 7:00 pm in the church.
Thank you for coming in for a delicious meal and to gather with our community, the Lenten opportunity for prayer and reconciliation make the evening a huge blessing.
We have had tremendous responses from people to help in the kitchen, to serve, and to make desserts. Thank you for your support. We do require a few trained people in positions but are happy to let new people get involved. If you have not had an opportunity please consider signing up, it is a great place to volunteer!
Helpers, please arrive at 4:00 pm (servers white shirt black pants, aprons provided).
Instructions provided upon check-in. Please park in the north parking lot (off Buckley Street).
Please deliver your baked good donation on Friday, before 4:00 pm.
click on the link below to sign up or call the office 231-264-8087.
Fish Fry VOLUNTEERS
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PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN DATES!
Euchre Schedule
Sacred Heart Catholic Church Community Center
143 Charles Street, Elk Rapids
6:30-9:00 pm
$5.00 per person, Cash Prizes
Saturdays, Jan 28, Feb 11, Feb. 25, March 11, March 25, April 8, April 22, May 6, and May 20.
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People Fund Grant Applicant Letters of Interest Due April 1
The Great Lakes Energy People Fund is accepting letters of interest and grant applications from non-profit organizations throughout its service area for the spring grant cycle. Letters of interest are due by April 1. If the letter of interest is approved, the applicant can then submit a grant application by April 15. All letters and applications are accepted through an online grant application portal that can be found at gtlakes.com/people-fund.
Great Lakes Energy members support the People Fund by agreeing to have their bill rounded up to the nearest whole dollar amount. That extra change is then pooled with contributions from other People Fund participants and returned to the community through grants to non-profit, charitable organizations that provide humanitarian, educational, or community development services within the cooperative’s 26-county service area. Since 1999, the People Fund Program has awarded more than $4.2 million in grants to charitable and community organizations to help them better the lives of residents in local communities. The People Fund awarded more than $258,000 in grants in 2022.
Non-profit organizations that serve communities located in the Great Lakes Energy service area are eligible to apply. More information about the People Fund program, including organization and grant eligibility criteria, and lists of recent grant recipients, is available online at www.gtlakes.com/people-fund.
Letters of interest are due by April 1, with applications due by April 15. Another grant opportunity will be available in October 2023.
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Book your Next Yoga Class today
www.elkrapidsyogaflow.com/schedule
Beginning Wednesday, April 5th, the Tuesday evening Gentle flow class at 5:30 pm will change to Wednesday evening at 5:30 pm. We hope this time change will accommodate your schedules. Let us know what you think.
If there are other class styles or times of day you would like to see added to our schedule, we take all suggestions seriously!
We appreciate all of you and look forward to a beautiful, healthy Spring and Summer season.
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More Good News here at Harbor Fitness. We welcome Brent Shipman as our newest personal trainer in the house!!
Brent is a local Elk Rapidian. He lives in Kewadin with his wife and 2 daughters. His personal training journey began 6 years ago with a love for powerlifting. He is in his 3rd year coaching the Elk Rapids High School powerlifting team.
Brent gained his Personal Training certification this past January and is ready to take on clients here at Harbor Fitness. In Brent's words, "As a personal trainer, it is my responsibility to offer you the opportunity to create a lifestyle that allows for training while not giving up aspects of your life you already enjoy. Through that, we can work to build healthy habits and routines to optimize your health and give you the best chance to live your life to the fullest."
You can reach Brent by phone, text, email, or by stopping at Harbor Fitness, 115 Ames Street, Suite F in Elk Rapids. Contact info for Brent is 231 564-8860, liftwithbrent@gmail.com.
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March Specials
~ 15% off a European Facial
~ $5 off Cuts Men and Kids cuts w/ Adrian
NOW AVAILABLE
Lavish Spray Tan ~ $50 per Session
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Happy Spring - https://mailchi.mp/a667ddbfd7f2/important-updates-20258725
Looking forward to classes at the beach and the harbor starting in June.
Message from Judith
For some time now the Bodywise business has been moving away from the need for a building. Classes are in public spaces and on Zoom. Personal Training and coaching do not need as much space. It is time for a new chapter at Bodywise and with the change of spring, the Bodywise building is up for sale.
All aspects of the business will carry on as usual. I am grateful for your support during this transition and always.
Join us! https://erbodywise.com
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Grass River Natural Area
6500 Alden Hwy ~ Bellaire
(231) 533-8576
check online for events: www.grassriver.org
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Early Spring Bird Walk
Saturday, March 25, 2023 - 9:00 am (2 hrs), $5 per person, must pre-register
Who are the first birds to show up in the spring? Join us for the first walk in our birding series at the start of spring as we look and listen for these early arrivals. Binoculars are available to borrow or bring your own. If there is still snow bring snowshoes, or rent some for an additional $5 in the Grass River Center. Limited space. Please pre-register.
2023 Grass River 3-day Spring Camp
Tuesday, March 28 - Thursday, March 30
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Tuesday through Thursday
Ages 7 to 12
$150 per camper, limited space, must pre-register!
Grass River Natural Area will be hosting a 2023 spring day camp for children 7 to 12 years old. Your children can spend their spring break tapping maple trees for sap, tracking animals along the boardwalks, building a campfire, or enjoying the view along Grass River - perfect for the child that loves the outdoors in spring.
More Info and Registration here: https://www.grassriver.org/spring-camp.html
Make a Collage Art Class
Saturday, April 1st, 1:00 pm (2 hrs), $10 per person
We'll create a colorful collage using 'found' materials and photos of natural beauty to create unique images of this special place. All materials supplied. You may bring your own photographs and objects of interest that you will glue to a 9" x 12" board, or we may go for a walk to find some
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300 Isle of Pines
Elk Rapids, MI
(231) 264-9979
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The Library of Michigan and MDHHS are providing access to all the GetSetUp online classes for older adults at no cost through the fall. Sign up for a free membership at the link below.
Check out "Empowering ME - Growth and Development"
Some of our greatest personal development comes from pursuing exciting new passions.
Join GetSetUp for a series of classes to help you broaden your horizons.
View this series here:
https://www.getsetup.io/series/growthanddevelopment
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Wednesday, March 22nd, 3:30-5:00 pm
S.T.E.M.-based after-school activities for school-aged kids.
This month we will use SNAP Circuits, play with squishy CIRCUITS and make paper circuits out of copper tape! (and snacks)
Library Director Pam Williams literally wrote the book on paper circuits and will be leading this event.
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Please join The Friends of the Elk Rapids District Library Thursday, April 20 for a container garden demonstration a Pine Hill Nursery (886 US-31 North, Kewadin).
Tickets are $25/per person, and space is limited to
50 people, so don't wait!
Get Your Tickets Here!
All proceeds support the Elk Rapids District Library
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Congratulations to the Elk Rapids "Roboherd"
First Robotics District Champions
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Please help support Elk Rapids local students participating in the Nationals! | |
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Paddle Antrim is pleased to announce they are accepting applications for their 2023 Spring Ripple Effect Mini Grant Program. This competitive grant program funds 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.
Since 2015, Paddle Antrim has awarded over $30,400 to 21 projects that have made an impact on over 10 communities. 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. Past projects include the installation of a rain garden in Ellsworth, the design and installation of new interpretive panels for the Grass River Natural Area’s Nature Center, and funding towards the installation of the first universal access kayak launch on The Chain of Lakes Water Trail at Milton Township Waterfront Park. A list of completed projects funded by this Mini-Grant Program can be found at www.paddleantrim.com/completed-projects.
"The Ripple Effect Mini Grant has supported important projects at Grass River Natural Area that have improved our educational programs and land management, supported the safety of our staff and visitors, and assisted us in reaching a broader audience in showing people the importance of the Chain of Lakes watershed,” said James Dake, Education Director at Grass River Natural Area. The Grass River Natural Area has been a recipient of several of these grants over the years.
The 2023 Spring Grant round will fund a total of $1,000 - $3,000 for eligible projects. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm on Monday, May 1, 2023, to be considered. Final decisions are announced in June. More information can be found online at paddleantrim.com/ripple-effect-mini-grants.
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Raven Hill is open our regular weekend hours—noon to 4 pm on Saturday and
2 pm to 4 pm on Sunday—as well as open holidays and other times by making reservations. Call 231.536.3369 or email info@miravenhill.org for more information or to book your own special time at Raven Hill.
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FIRST Robotics Competition Traverse City Central High School Raptors Robotics team is hosting the Traverse City FIRST Robotics Competition the weekend of March 17 & 18. They need upwards of 150 volunteers to set up and run the competition. Online and day-of training will be provided. You also get a t-shirt and coffee & food are provided! Volunteer positions include Registration, Scorekeeper, Photography, Cleaning Crew, Referees, and more! Our Executive Director, Bob, will be a judge!
READ MORE >>>>> News from the Road - March 2023
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Read March 20, 2023 Newsletter
All COATS $5, BOOTS & KIDS COATS $2, SALE CONTINUES
March 21-25, 2023
Acts is in need of your Thrift Shop Donations
Drop-off Open, Tues-Sat 10 am-2 pm
Acme Meijer has chosen ACTS as the recipient for their "Winter Simply Give" Program Runs: from Jan 1st to Apr 2nd. Each time you purchase a $10 card at our local Acme Meijer, the Food Pantry receives this plus a matching $10 to use towards food for our neighbors in need.
March 25th DOUBLE MATCH DAY - Meijer Simply Give
Consider supporting ACTS via the Meijer Simply Give Program. Purchase a $10 card at the checkout when shopping at your local Acme Meijer. ACTS will receive this amount matched by Meijer to purchase items for our Food Pantry clients. Purchase the card on March 25th for a double match from Meijer. We appreciate your support!!
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Thrift Store Hours
Tuesday - Friday 10 - 5 pm * Saturday 10 - 3 pm
Thrift Store 231-938-2990 * Food Pantry 231-267-3002
ACTS * 8925 M-72 E. * WILLIAMSBURG
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Join the Elk Rapids Rotary Club as they host this FUN CommUnity Event! | | | | |
