Elk Rapids Area
Chamber of Commerce
"Monday Minute" Newsletter
May 23, 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
May 24, Garden Club Meeting, Annual Monarch Migration
May 25, Brews & Bingo @ Short's Pull Barn, 6 pm
May 26, Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting for TRUE BLUE Gallery 5 -7 pm in Alden
May 27, CMS Color Run (postponed from May 20)
May 27, ESLA, It's a Shore-Weather Thing Meeting 5 pm
May 27, Viridian Strings @ 1st Presbyterian Church 7 pm
May 28, Arts & Craft Fair Downtown Elk Rapids 10-4 pm
May 28, Open House Elk Rapids Marina 11 am - 4 pm
May 28, Village of ER Spring Clean-up Day
May 28, The Accidentals Concert @HERTH 8-10 pm
May 30, Amvets Memorial Parade 10:45 am from Post to Veteran's Memorial Park for Memorial Service at 11 am
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 2, Paddle Antrim Season Kick-Off w/Short's Brewing at Rotary Park and Short's Pull Barn 5:30 - 9:00 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 17-18, Music House Antiques & Collectibles Sale
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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Nestled in the Village of Alden on the shores of Torch Lake, TRUE BLUE Gallery features over thirty-five local and regional artists, who celebrate the natural beauty of the Torch Lake Watershed. As the one-stop-shop for Torch Lake, we also have displays and free materials about how to care for Torch Lake. We have gifts for water-friendly living. Proceeds support the Torch Conservation Center. |
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Please join us for Business After Hours at the TRUE BLUE Gallery's new location in Alden. Chamber members and staff are welcome.
Art for the sake of the lake!
The Gallery is located in the historic Helena Township Hall- Circa 1863 - 9046 Helena Rd.
Business After Hours event for Chamber Members and Staff
Thursday, May 26th, 5:00-7:00 PM
Ribbon Cutting 5:30 PM
Refreshments provided.
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With the Arts & Craft Shows and Evening on River Street events coming up, we are in need of volunteers to help in many different ways.
Also, we need storage space for tables, chairs, games & tents for the Evening on River Street event...we are looking for space downtown Elk Rapids or a covered trailer to use for 7 weeks this summer. Please contact Mary if you can help us out! Thank You in advance!
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Public Meetings about OUR CommUNITY
Tuesday, May 24, ER Planning Commission Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 25, ER Harbor Commission 5-year plan workshop
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The Village of Elk Rapids is putting together its first Citizens Academy! This Academy is designed for anyone who lives or works in the Village. Presented by the Village Council and Staff, it is an opportunity to learn about how things work around town while improving communication, access, and understanding. Participate because you are curious or to better prepare for a citizen leadership role. Informed citizens help shape the future of Elk Rapids. Upon completion of all 4 sessions, participants will receive certificates and be awarded “Citizens Academy Ambassador” status..... Continue Reading for more information and application. |
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Spring 2022 Newsletter from the Village Government!
To scroll on the document on a PC, hover your cursor over the document and scroll up or down. An update since the newsletter was put together – Trustee Elaine Glowicki has stepped down from the Village Council. Her insight, input, and community knowledge will be missed. We wish her all the best!
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COFFEE WITH COUNCIL SCHEDULE 2022/2023
The Village Council is excited to announce four upcoming Coffee with Council Events for the upcoming year! Join your elected officials to talk about ideas for our community. We look forward to hearing from community members on how to plan for our future!
- Wednesday, June 1, 2022, from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at the Harbor Pavilion
- Tuesday, August 30, 2022, from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at the Harbor Pavilion
- Saturday, January 14, 2023, from 9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m. at the Government Center
- Tuesday, April 11, 2023, from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at the Government Center
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THE VILLAGE OF ELK RAPIDS IS SCHEDULED TO HAVE THE SPRING CLEAN-UP DAY ON SATURDAY MAY 28, 2022. PLEASE PUT ITEMS OUT THE NIGHT BEFORE AS GREEN FOR LIFE INC. (FORMERLY AMERICAN WASTE) WILL BE OUT STARTING AT 7 A.M. TO COLLECT.
HERE IS SOME INFORMATION FOR YOU TO KNOW:
- THIS SERVICE IS FOR VILLAGE RESIDENTS ONLY.
- THIS IS A RESIDENTIAL SERVICE ONLY. EXCLUDED FROM PICK-UP ARE PRIVATE STREETS, CONDOMINIUMS, MOBILE HOME PARKS, AND COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISES.
- ALL MATERIALS MUST BE STACKED NEATLY AND PLACED BEHIND THE CURB LINE NO LATER THAN 7:00 A.M. ON MAY 28.
- NO ALLEY PICK-UP.
- PLEASE DO NOT PLACE MATERIALS OUT EARLIER THAN MAY 26.
- NO HOUSEHOLD GARBAGE SHALL BE PLACED WITH SPRING CLEAN-UP REFUSE.
- BUILDING MATERIALS MUST BE NEATLY STACKED.
- WHITE GOODS WILL BE ACCEPTED. REFRIGERATION MUST HAVE CERTIFICATION ATTACHED VERIFYING REMOVAL OF REFRIGERANT BY A LICENSED VENDOR.
- REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER DOORS MUST BE REMOVED.
- NOTHING HEAVIER THAN WHAT 2 INDIVIDUALS CAN PICKUP, I.E., PIANO.
EXCLUDED FROM CURBSIDE PICK UP: BATTERIES, PAINT CANS, ROCKS, ASPHALT, CONCRETE, BRUSH, YARD WASTE, AND ALL HAZARDOUS WASTE SUCH AS CHEMICALS, HERBICIDES, AND INSECTICIDES. THESE MATERIALS WILL NOT BE PICKED UP AND IT WILL BE THE OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO REMOVE THEM FROM THE STREET RIGHT OF WAY.
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- Michigan saw record small business growth in 2021
- Michigan to add EV charging stations at 12 state parks along the Lake Michigan coast
- .......and more
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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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Michigan Humanities is excited to announce Michigan Museum Recovery Grants!
These grants are for Michigan-based museums with a humanities focus and can be used for general operating and/or programming support.
For more information and to apply, please visit our grant portal:
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For upcoming workshops, click:
May 24, 2022, 1:00pm EDT
So you have created your business plan. Now what?. In this webinar, you will learn the next step, how to execute your business plan. Read more
May 31, 2022, 1:00pm EDT
In this webinar, you will learn about the small business grant landscape, the different types of grants, what you should consider and how to apply for funding. Read more
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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 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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TRAVERSE CITY HORSE SHOWS LAUNCHES NEW CHARITY TICKET PROGRAM
Spectators Welcome in 2022
Traverse City Horse Shows (TCHS) is thrilled to welcome spectators back to Flintfields Horse Park in 2022. In honor of once again being able to share its events with local families, visitors, and show jumping fans, TCHS is launching a new spectator ticket program designed to give back to regional charities.
Throughout the spring, summer, and fall, each of the 12 Sunday Grand Prix events will benefit a local charity. All proceeds generated from general admission ticket sales will be donated to each week’s charity.
“There is no better way to show our gratitude for the support of the local communities than by giving back to the organizations that serve them,” said Matt Morrissey, Director of Traverse City Horse Shows. “We appreciate what they do and hope that this program will further advance their causes while encouraging their patrons to come out and enjoy the horse shows.”
TCHS is still accepting charities to participate in the Ticket program. Interested organizations should reach out to Audra Jackson, Director of Community Relations at audra@traversecityhorseshows.com or (231) 835-1650.
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Short's Pull Barn *
211 Industrial Park
Elk Rapids * 231-498-2300 x3
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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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Garden Club Welcomes Spring!
Members of the Elk Rapids Garden Club are happy to say goodbye to winter and hello to a long-awaited spring with several ambitious projects already underway. In conjunction with Green ER activities, the club has requested essays from ERHS students that outline how village residents can “invest in the earth.” Three winners will be chosen, and awards will be presented at the May club meeting. The club will be planting sunflowers in all 10 of the club’s community gardens this year. The flowers are being donated by Pine Hill Nursery. And stay tuned for highlights of a very special project underway at the Zupin-Anderson Memorial Garden that will use QR codes to identify plants along with their planting specifics. More to come.
The club will be participating in the Green ER Nature Fest on June 18 at Veteran’s Park. Stop by the table near the new butterfly mural located by the tennis courts. Club members will be on hand to answer your questions regarding pollinators and native plants.
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Elk Rapids Garden Club Meeting
May 24 at the Elk Rapids Harbor Pavilion beginning at 12:30 p.m.
Cyndie Roach, curator of the G.T. Butterfly House & Bug Zoo in Williamsburg, MI, is on a mission to educate, engage, and entertain visitors as they walk among the butterflies and learn about how they serve the environment. Cyndie will talk us through the annual thousand-mile migration of monarch butterflies. Film of their spring departure from hibernation in Mexico and of their fall departure from Michigan will be shown. The club always welcomes new members so join us! For further information contact, elkrapidsgardenclub@gmail.com.
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Local's Night @ BOS Wine, Every Wednesday 5-8 pm
Wednesday through Saturday 12-8 pm, Sunday 1-5 pm,
Walk-ins are welcome! 🍷
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WAYS WITH WATERCOLOR WORKSHOPS
with CHARLES MURPHY
Charles kicks off the 2022 Season by offering a day-long workshop on May 28th. Sign up today
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Twisted Fish Gallery | 10443 S. Bayshore Dr.
Elk Rapids | (231) 264-0123
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ART BEAT - CELEBRATING EIGHT DAYS OF ART IN ELK RAPIDS
Elk Rapids’ three award-winning art galleries have been serving patrons on a combined basis for over 65 years! This vast experience, assures their guests of outstanding service, knowledge, and assistance in enjoying and selecting great art.
Long known for their ART BEAT gallery tours at the beginning and end of each summer season, the 2022 spring event has been expanded to cover eight days!
Mullaly’s 128 Studio & Gallery in downtown Elk Rapids, Blue Heron Gallery on the east side, and Twisted Fish Gallery, just south of town, will celebrate their long history of serving the arts by offering a fun, “Eight Days of Art” promotion from June 4 - 11, 2022.
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When visiting the galleries during these eight days, you will be invited to enter a drawing for a $100 gift certificate at each gallery. In addition, each gallery will be offering exciting art demonstrations and opportunities to meet visiting artists. During ART BEAT, the galleries will be open daily from 11 am to 5 pm, and from 11 am to 3 pm on Sunday, June 5th.
This exciting event is open to everyone, so visit one of our great galleries soon to learn more!
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Reminder to please complete the survey before Saturday, May 28, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. We really value your input. If you have already done so -- Thank You! |
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Celebrating 20 years in business – 2002-2022
231-264-6688
NEXT WEEK!
Outdoor Summer Classes Begin on May 31, 2022
(No Class on Memorial Day – May 30, 2022)
- Beach Yoga - Fridays at 9:00 am
- Pilates Core & Cardio – Tuesdays & Thursdays at 9:00 am
- Yoga at the Harbor – Mondays & Wednesdays at 9:00 am
- Gentle Yoga – Mondays & Wednesdays at 10:30 am
Mondays and Wednesdays will be held at the Jack Blesma Harbor Pavilion in Elk Rapids. Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays will be held at the Memorial Park Beach in Elk Rapids. Sit down with Judith to evaluate your next best step to feeling better. Call or visit the website: erbodywise.com/coaching
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MEMORIAL DAY CLASS
Monday, May 30 at 9:30am
Begin your Memorial Day with a
Slow Flow Yoga class at 9:30 am.
This is the perfect way to get centered and grounded before diving into the holiday festivities!
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New Class ~ Step and Stretch
Begins Tuesday, May 31, 2022, 10:30 am`
Get ready for a fun and active class that will help you build endurance, flexibility, strength, and mobility, while getting to meet new (or old) friends!
We will begin with an approximate 2 mile/4000 step walk through beautiful downtown Elk Rapids. Our warmup walk will bring stunning views of the lake and parks in our area while we build community and get to know each other!
Back in the studio, we will incorporate gentle stretching, balancing, and cool-down postures to round out your perfect movement routine.
Make sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and of course layers!
Note: Class will be held regardless of weather conditions!! We will be in the studio for the full hour if the weather doesn't permit it. Class may go 75 minutes if schedules allow.
Sign up at elkrapidsyogaflow.com or call 231-463-4556 for questions
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We've partnered with OEO Energy Solutions to offer free LED 4' Tubes, Warehouse, and Outdoor Lights to replace your existing fluorescents. Simply fill out the following form by May 31st: https://oeoezled.oeo.com/michigan-led-program/
These are perfect for:
Office-Warehouses -Big Box -Industrial -Churches -Retail -Gymnasiums - Pole Lights and More
You will receive the lights at absolutely no cost through Consumers Energy's sustainability program (Consumers pays OEO directly). The only requirement is that you have a Consumers Energy Business account and that the number of lights ordered does not exceed the number currently in use.
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Paddle Antrim Invites You to Kick off the Paddling Season with Short’s Brewing Company
Paddle Antrim is excited to kick off the paddling season on the Chain of Lakes Water Trail with a special community paddle and gathering in Elk Rapids with Short’s Brewing Company.
On Thursday, June 2, Paddle Antrim and Short’s Brewing Company invite you to join us for a community paddle on Elk River launching from Elk Rapids Rotary Park followed by a gathering just up the road at the Short’s Pull Barn.
This special gathering is the celebration of what will be another exciting season on Northern Michigan’s only state-designated water trail. A community paddle will take place from 5:30 – 7:00 pm on Elk River followed by a gathering featuring live music, food trucks, and delicious beverages at Short’s Pull Barn..... Continue reading
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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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Ready for a Sunset Dinner evening supporting Elk Rapids Harbor Days? Go to https://elkrapidsharbordays.org/ to purchase tickets for this June 10th event today! Limited availability! For complete menu details, follow the link to Forms and Applications Boat Show.
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The Harbor Days Team is looking for Sponsors and Advertisers for the 2022 event! This is a great opportunity to get to locals and visitors with your message, as well as support your local festival. Harbor Days events and Carnival draw thousands to our community to eat, drink and play that weekend. Details on levels and benefits of each level are in the forms attached here.
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The Elk Rapids Schools Bond Construction Website is up and running!
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Elk Rapids D4 Regional Champions, Girls Varsity Tennis! First time in school history! Elk Pride! |
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Due to the weather, the CMS Color Run was postponed until May 27 at 5:00 p.m. |
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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
Spring Sketching & Watercolor
Saturday, May 28 - 1:00 PM (2 hrs), $10 per person
We'll find inspiration on a nearby trail, then return to the Center to create a painting using a variety of watercolor media.
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May 24-28, 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!
Thrifting can be fun and you never know what treasures you might find!
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!
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Acme Christian Thrift Store
and Food Pantry
8925 M 72 E. | Williamsburg, MI | (231) 938-2990
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So many great ideas and information!
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Summer hours will be in effect between Memorial Day and Labor Day, when the Center is open weekdays from 10 am to 4 pm daily, plus regular weekend hours. Raven Hill is open year-round to the public from noon to 4 pm on Saturdays and 2 pm to 4 pm on Sundays, plus other times by appointment. You can call 231.536.3369 or email info@miravenhill.org for reservations.
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Visit Discover Elk Rapids Website:
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FOLLOW THE ELK RAPIDS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE |
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