Elk Rapids Area
Chamber of Commerce
"Monday Minute" Newsletter
April 4, 2022
Chain of Lakes Area
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Be sure to scroll down until you see "The End," so much happening, don't miss a thing! Chamber members, please send in your announcements, events, or news to laura@elkrapidschamber.org by Monday at noon.
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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 7, Hiring Fair at the Elk Rapids High School 3-5 pm
April 8, Music House Silent Film "King of Kings" 6:30 pm
April 9, ERACC & DERA Hiring Fair at Amvets 10-1 pm
April 9, ER Community Easter Egg Hunt 10 am & 11 am
April 9, Easter Centerpiece Workshop Pine Hill 2 pm
April 9-10, Art in the Castle (Farms) 11 am - 5 pm
April 10, Lenten Cantata, First Presbyterian 4 pm
April 10, Retirement Reception for Nannette Miller 2-4 pm
April 13, Bingo @Short's Pull Barn 6 pm
April 14-17, Myrtle & Maudes~Easter on the Farm
April 13-16, The Promise @New Hope Community Church
April 16, Myrtle & Maudes Pancake breakfast & pics with the Easter Bunny
April 16, "Hopping Down the Bunny Trail," in Elk Rapids
April 19-21, Pure Michigan Conference at GT Resort
April 21, 100 Women Who Care Meeting @ER Short's 5 pm
April 22, ESLA, It's a Shore-Fishing Thing Meeting 5 pm
April 22-24, Green ER Earth Day & Transformations
April 23, Women's Ecumenical Retreat @ 1st Presbyterian
April 23, Green ER Exhibition Reception @ Dennos Museum
April 26, Garden Club Meeting, The Value of Wetlands
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, TADL MakerFest 10 am - 3 pm
May 12, MiCareer Quest @ GT Civic Center
May 12-14, Rotary District Conference
May 14, ER Super Recycling Day
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 30, Memorial Day Parade Downtown Alden 1 pm
June 1, Coffee with Village Council, 6–7:30 pm
June-August, Discovery Camp at Raven Hill Discovery Center
June 4-11 Art Beat with ER Art Galleries
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
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
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Public Meetings about OUR CommUNITY
Monday, April 4, Village Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, April 7, Antrim County Board Meeting 9:00 a.m.
Thursday, April 7, ER Parks & Recreation Meeting 7:00 p.m.
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PRESS RELEASE: 112 DEXTER STREET DEVELOPMENT
Please view the press release from Planning/Zoning Administrator Kerri Janisse regarding the 112 Dexter Street Development.
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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 5, 2022, 1:00pm EDT
In this webinar, you'll learn about the different types of investors, where to find the right investor, and how to attract investors to your business. Read more
April 7, 2022, 1:00pm EDT
Marketing tips on utilizing channels such as email, social media, paid ad strategy, and the importance of personalized messaging. Read more
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202 E. Grandview Pkwy. Traverse City
(231) 947-5075
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FROM THE DESK OF DAVE LORENZ
Spring is just around the corner and that means that we'll soon gather for the 2022 Pure Michigan Governor's Conference on Tourism, being held this year at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa in Traverse City, April 19-21.
This year's conference will feature speakers who will help us understand how to navigate the continued changes in our industry that are sure to be ahead.
- Clayton Reid from Pure Michigan's marketing agency, MMGY Global, will share how the travel industry will need to adapt to a post-COVID environment.
- Pauline Frommer, co-president of Frommer Media and publishers of the popular Frommer's guidebooks and website, will speak to key trends that are shaping travel today.
- Zoe Moore, an inclusive hospitality consultant, will return to our stage to further our dialogue about diversity in the travel industry workforce. We are also pleased to be welcoming MEDC CEO Quentin Messer, Jr. to this year's conference as we continue to align our efforts to support and grow the state's tourism industry with MEDC's mission of creating economic opportunity for all Michiganders.
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Networks Northwest
PO Box 506
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 929-5000
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(231) 582-6482
- The Outdoor Recreation Industry
- Success Story: Little Bay
- Downhill From Here
- Leveraging Natural Assets
- ECONOMIC SYMPOSIUM INFORMATION
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Northern Michigan’s economic development is driven by small and medium-sized businesses. This series will feature small business and economic development providers that offer services to Antrim County. The Antrim County Economic Development Commission will hold biyearly community presentations to assist community leaders and business owners navigate area business resources.
The event presented by the Antrim County Economic Development Corporation will be available via Zoom Webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84476197368 and live at the Antrim County Board of Commissioners Room in Bellaire, MI
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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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Join in and meet some of the Businesses that have signed up so far to interview and accept applications:
All-Weather Seal * Blackmore Property Services * Burnette Foods * Cellar 152 * Elk River Marina * Farmer White's * Grand Bay Marine * Grand Traverse Resort * Harbor Wear * *Northwest Michigan Works! * Pine Hill Nursery * Platinum Yacht Services * Royal Farms * The DAM Shop & Food Truck * White Birch Lodge
If you would like to reserve a table, please download forms for either fair:
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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
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Short's Pull Barn *
211 Industrial Park
Elk Rapids * 231-498-2300 x3
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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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TREE & SEEDLING SALE
ORDERING TIME IS HERE!
ACD Shopping Cart
PICK UP ORDERS ON APRIL 22nd 9 am - 4 pm
and APRIL 23RD 9 pm -12 pm
at 4820 Stover Road, Bellaire, MI 49615
For orders of 100 or more of the same species, please call Melissa Z at 231-533-8363 ext 4, by 3-31-22 to place your order.
If you'd like to volunteer to help pack up tree and seedling orders from April 19-21, please click here to sign up! You can come for part of a day, all of a day, or any increment you wish. If you have questions, call us at 231-533-8363.
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Use the link below, stop by or call to reserve (231-498-5855 ext 2).
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Stoney Cabin Toys
Opening Friday, April 8, 10 am - 5 pm
Just in time to fill those Easter Baskets!
Spring Hours: Wed-Sat, 10 am - 5 pm
115 River Street * Elk Rapids * (231) 498-5744
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Elk Rapids Garden Club
Spring is finally here and it is time for Spring Clean up. Although we should not begin to clean out our gardens, it is time to check out the condition of our garden tools. Tools that are no longer needed or broken would be perfect for the garden club’s arbor creation. We are collecting any old no longer needed metal garden tools for an arbor for the Iva’s North Garden. On April 9, 10:00-12:00, we will be collecting at the DPW property, 117 Lake St. Please ask your friends and fellow gardeners for donations to this project. We need a lot of tools and garden items to complete the arbor that will be installed in the garden this summer. If you have any questions, please contact us at elkrapidsgardenclub@gmail.com. Hope to see you on the 9th.
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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!
Tinker Tailor
504 Bridge St. * Elk Rapids
(231) 409-7498
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Drop-off/Pick-up services for Dry Cleaning and Laundering by Master Dry Cleaners of Traverse City. Let us do the driving!
Master Drycleaners drop-off/pick-up available at Tinker Tailor.
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The Elk Rapids Indigenous Youth & Friends are raising money for their trip to Yellowstone! |
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The Music House Museum is proud to present Cecil B. DeMille’s
“King of Kings” accompanied by Andrew Rogers on April 8 at 6:30 pm.
The King of Kings is a 1927 American silent epic film produced and directed by Cecil B. DeMille. It depicts the last weeks of Jesus before his crucifixion and stars H. B Warner Warner in the lead role.
The film will be accompanied by Andrew Rogers on our ‘Mighty’Wurlitzer theater organ. Rogers, a Detroit native, is an organist at the Michigan Theatre in Ann Arbor. He also scores and performs silent films, and performs concerts throughout the U.S. and Internationally.
Please note that for everyone’s health and safety, we are requiring our guests to wear masks while in the museum.
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The View From the Porch
April 2022
Elk Rapids District Library Newsletter
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The Board of Trustees of the Elk Rapids District Library invites you to join them in honoring our Director, Nannette Miller on the occasion of her retirement. A reception will take place on April 10th from
2:00-4:00 p.m. on the porch. Stop by and wish Nannette well in the next chapter of her life.
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Many of us are suffering from moderate to high stress, with 44 percent reporting that their stress levels have increased over the last several years. Concerns about the Pandemic, health, money, work, the economy, and now the war with increased unrest in the world, who wouldn’t be stressed?!
How we deal with stress is vital to our overall wellness and happiness, let us help.
We are offering a 4-class Therapeutic Yoga series with Janet Weaver, C-IAYT (certified International Association of Yoga Therapy) to show you specific techniques on how to deal with life stressors. Therapeutic Yoga is an evolving field that focuses on using evidence-based yogic practices in the treatment of specific health conditions.
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
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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 5th
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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Free Ideal Protein
Weight Loss Seminar
April 12, 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.
Admission is free, but please RSVP, call 231-264-0700.
Presented by Dr. Ann Kuenker
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Elk Rapids Skin & Laser Clinic * 516 Bridge Street * Elk Rapids
www.youridealyouweightloss.com
(Mon. April 11 in Traverse City ~ Thurs. March 14 in Petoskey)
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Pine Hill Nursery
Saturday, April 9, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Easter Basket Centerpiece Workshop
Bring in your Easter Basket or favorite spring container (or purchase one of ours) and we will help you create a beautiful centerpiece for your Easter table. There is a $10 fee for soil and moss. Otherwise, pay for the items/plants you use. This is a great class for adults and kids. Don't have a container? We have some you can purchase! Please call ahead to register. 231-599-2824
Pine Hill Nursery🪴886 US Hwy 31 N. 🪴Kewadin 🪴(231) 599-2824
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Experience the Promise;
a dramatic musical reenactment of the life, death, and resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
“The Promise” production is put on at New Hope Community Church and has been in the Traverse City area for over 20 years. There is no admission fee!
New Hope Community Church * 5100 Bethesda Ct. * Williamsburg
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Come join us as we sing our Lenten Concert. We are an ecumenical Choir from area churches singing songs selected for Lent. There is no charge for this concert, only a goodwill offering for local charities. Save the date: Sunday, April 10 at 4 p.m. at the Elk Rapids Presbyterian Church.
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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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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!!
Saturday, April 9, 2022 (Guest Artist - Music)
Corson Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 13, 2022 (Guest Artist - Music)
Corson Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
Billy Childs, one of America's great jazz pianists and composers, collaborates with Eastman School of Music resident musicians the Ying Quartet and vocalist Laurin Talese in this multi-genre concert.
Thursday, April 14, 2022 (Music)
Corson Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 21, 2022 (Music)
Corson Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
Friday, April 22, 2022 (Music)
Corson Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
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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Deadline has been extended to Friday, April 8! |
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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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Exhibition Reception
Saturday, April 23 — 3:00 pm
Join us for an afternoon reception to celebrate Green Intentions: One Community Promoting Environmental Awareness exhibition.
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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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To download registration form you can also click HERE
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6500 Alden Hwy ~ Bellaire
(231) 533-8576
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Check out all the upcoming events at Grass River:
Spring Owl Prowl 🦉
Friday, April 8, 2022 - 7:30pm (1.5 hrs), $10 per person, please pre-register
Join us as we learn about our local owls and their conservation with an introductory presentation, and then head out for a night hike in search of these amazing birds. Participants should be comfortable walking outdoors at night for about 1 mile on uneven trails. Bring a light. $10 per person. Please pre-register.
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THE SECRET OF SEDGES
by James Dake, GRNA Education Director
One of my favorite times of the spring is about to arrive at Grass River: when the pointy, bright blue-green shoots of sedges begin to poke through the brown and gray carpet of last year’s vegetation.
Sedges are ubiquitous at Grass River and throughout Michigan.........
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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 5-9, 2022
Stop in for some
retail therapy! ACTS has a nice variety of Men's & Women's tops, all on SALE.
Update the closet without breaking the budget.
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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