Be sure to scroll down until you see "The End," so much happening, don't want you to 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
February 7, Drop-in Resume Workshop at Library 3 pm
February 10-12, "The Play That Goes WRONG" 7 pm
February 11, Community Snow Snake 4-6 pm
February 11, ER Valentine's Shopping Event 11-7 pm
February 12, Sip & Craft: Galentines Day @ BOS Wine
February 12, Community Trivia Night @ HERTH 7 pm
February 19, 5th Annual Chili Cookoff in ER
February 19, ER Marina Winter Welcome Event
February 19, Trivia Night, Project Grad '22 @Short's PB
February 26, Euchre Night, Project Grad '22 @ Amvets
March 7, Drop-in Resume Workshop at Library 3 pm
March 19, Tiny Traveling Boutique @ BOS Wine 5-9 pm
April 10, Lenten Cantata, First Presbyterian 4 pm
April 22-23, Green ER Earth Day & Transformations
May 14, ER Super Recycling Day
May 28, Arts & Craft Fair Downtown Elk Rapids
June 4, Art Beat
June 10-12, Wooden Boat Show
June 18, Green Elk Rapids Nature Fest
June 25, Art Rapids presents "Remembering Patsy Cline"
June 26, ER Historical Society 50th Anniversary Celebration!
June 29, Free Fishing Expo @ Harbor Pavillion 5-7 pm
July 16, Arts & Craft Show Downtown Elk Rapids
July 17, ACHTBCP~Antrim County High Tea @Shanty Creek
August 3-6, Elk Rapids Harbor Days Festival
September 3, Arts & Craft Show Downtown Elk Rapids
September 24, ER Fall Festival
October 1, Art Beat
October 1, Acme Fall Festival
Traverse City Horse Shows June 8-September 18
Farmer Market every Friday, June 10- Oct. 7, 8-Noon
Wednesday Evenings on River Street June 29-Aug.10, 6-9pm
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Ribbon Cutting Photo
Thursday, February 3, 2022
Opening of the new office of Northland Vacation Rentals, a division of Century 21 Northland, located at 116 River Street, Elk Rapids. Stop in and say Hello!
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The 2022 Chain of Lakes is in the Works!
Showcase your business or organization in this popular publication that is distributed to the MDOT centers throughout Michigan, TC Tourism Center, and delivered to all businesses located in TC East Bay and up, north to Charlevoix, East to Bellaire! (over 130 stops made)!
We will have the guide ready just in time for The Rotary District 6290 Conference that is being hosted by the Elk Rapids Rotarians May 12-14, 2022!
(Members be sure to send in your list of events to be included in the events calendar)
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Public Meetings about OUR CommUNITY
Monday, February 7, School Board Meeting 6:00 p.m.
Monday, February 7, Village Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, February 8, Elk Rapids Township Meeting 9:00 a.m.
Tuesday, February 8, Milton Twnshp Planning 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, February 9, ER DDA Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, February 10, ER Library Board Meeting 5:00 p.m.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING:
112 DEXTER SITE PLAN REVIEW
The Village of Elk Rapids Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing at their regular meeting on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at the Governmental Center, 315 Bridge Street, at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the Public Hearing is to consider and receive citizen input on, the request of Sorenson Engineering and Socks Construction for a Site Plan approval for the construction of an inn located on parcel #05-43-250-019-10, better known as 112 Dexter St.
Citizens are invited to attend this hearing to speak either pro or con on this matter. Written comments can be directed to the Planner at the Village of Elk Rapids, 315 Bridge Street, P.O. Box 398, Elk Rapids, MI 49629.
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VILLAGE SEEKS BOARD/COMMISSION APPLICATIONS
In the spirit of the 13 Ways Community Project, the Elk Rapids Village Government is excited to invite all community members with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas to apply for an array of volunteer positions to aid in the decision-making process of our municipality. Elk Rapids is fortunate to have an abundance of highly educated, community-focused people. Serving on a village commission is a fulfilling experience and a great way to give back to our community. The Village Government is seeking volunteers, both new and seasoned, with fresh ideas for the following board/commission positions:...... Continue Reading
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Welcome to the 2022 Red Hot Best Awards!
New categories, same great contest! Help vote your favorite businesses, places, and people to the top spots in the 2022 Red Hot Best Awards.
Nominate until 2/21 @ 11:59pm Eastern
Vote Starting 2/28 @ 12:01am Eastern
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MEDC Daily: Michigan Strategic Fund Approves Several Projects for Long Term Growth
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For upcoming workshops, click:
February 8, 2022, 1:00pm EST
Bring your own chocolate as our expert presenter, using experiential learning, shows you how to build resilience in the ever-changing business landscape. Read more
February 10, 2022, 1:00pm EST
Engineer your sales pitch to ensure your value proposition is delivered to your customer every time, shorten sales cycles, and increase sales close rates. Read more
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202 E. Grandview Pkwy. Traverse City
(231) 947-5075
https://business.traverseconnect.com/events/details/women-in-business-webinar-series-6472
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Apply now for the 2022
SCALE UP NORTH AWARDS
The 2022 Scale Up North Awards is committed to bolstering and encouraging the scalability of businesses in the Grand Traverse Region. Companies in the technology, creative, manufacturing, and traded industries that demonstrate a commitment to growth and scalability and offer year-round employment opportunities are strongly encouraged to apply. After several rounds of opportunity to showcase their work, two businesses will be selected by a panel of judges and crowned as the winner of one of two Scale Up North award categories.
The Scale Up North Awards will recognize businesses in two stages of growth: the Emerging Business Award and the Hagerty Scaling Business Award.
- Both awards are open to for-profit companies in Traverse Connect's five-county service area
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Applications will be accepted through Friday, February 18 with one simple application available through Traverse Connect's website at traverseconnect.com/sun.
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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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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 to 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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Located at
117 River Street
Elk Rapids
(231) 264-8000
❤️Order online for store pickup!
❤️Wildflower Soapworks is all ready to help you pick out that special Valentine!
❤️We offer gift boxes and all of those romantic soaps, lotions, perfumes, cards, and so much more.
❤️Stop in and shop local.💝
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Join us Saturday, February 12 for Valentine's Day Dinner ❤️
4:00 - 9:00 pm
Featuring live music from Lara Fullford. Specialty Cocktails, & all the great classics. Reservations Recommended please call 231-544-2583, children's menu is available for 12 and under.
Blue Pelican Inn & Restaurant
2535 N. Main St.
Central Lake, MI 49622
(231) 544-2583
www.thebluepelican.com
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Congratulations to the 2022 Miss Elk Rapids Court! |
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Sip & Craft: Galentines Day
BOS Wine
135 Ames St. * Elk Rapids
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It's the month of love! Let's celebrate with a Galentines-Inspired Sip & Craft with Sawdust & Lace Studio. Our last event was so much fun and we are excited to do it again. The crafts are beautiful and will decorate your home for years to come. Grab a few of your gal pals and Sip & Craft with us on February 12th at 6 pm.
Choose one craft or keep the creative juices flowing with both crafts. Tickets are $45 for one or $65 for both crafts, each ticket includes a glass of BOS Wine and a Grocer's Daughter Truffle. Meat and cheese boards will be available for purchase. Tickets can be purchased via the ticket link to this event. The deadline to sign up is Friday, February 11, in order to have the craft kits prepared in time. We hope to see you there!
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Tiny Traveling Boutique at BOS Wine located at 135 Ames St., Elk Rapids |
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Lenten Cantata
Anyone interested in singing in the Lenten Cantata on April 10, at 4:00 p.m., please join us for rehearsal on February 20 and 27 from 3:00 - 5:00 pm. at First Presbyterian Church. Please email Cheryl Knight at c509knight@gmail.com with any questions.
First Presbyterian Church🎵404 Spruce St🎵Elk Rapids🎵231-264-8167
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Located at 118 N. Bridge St., * Elk Rapids (231) 498-5855 |
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In partnership with the Elk Rapids Golf Course and Elk Rapids Public Schools, Norte is thrilled to offer the Nordic Ski Trail in Elk Rapids. The trail is on the grounds of the Elk Rapids Golf Course.
The trail is volunteer-groomed and volunteer-supported. Thank you to all our caretakers! We welcome hikers in addition to cross-country skiers but we ask that you walk to the side of the ski tracks.
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Free Ideal Protein
Weight Loss Seminar
February 8, 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
Elk Rapids Skin & Laser Clinic * 516 Bridge Street * Elk Rapids
www.youridealyouweightloss.com
(Mon. Feb. 7 in Traverse City ~ Thurs. Feb. 10 in Petoskey)
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❤️February Newsletter
❤️ Island House Readers
❤️ Take & Make Crafts
❤️ Sledding Party
❤️ 2022 Michigan Notable Book List
❤️ Friends of the ERDL......and more!
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Elk Rapids District Library
300 Isle of Pines Drive
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-9979
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Garden Club Project Needs Community Involvement
Work continues on a special project at Iva’s North Arrowhead Garden at the northeast corner of Ames and US 31. Born from a desire to make the garden a beautiful respite for those visiting, the crew for the garden was inspired to create a special arbor to add to it. The arbor will be created using recycled garden tools and small farm implements. But it can’t happen without the community’s help. Handheld or smaller farm tools such as rakes, trowels, watering cans, hoes, loppers, snippers, buckets…any garden or small farm tool that is primarily metal are needed for this project.
The group will be accepting donations of these items on Saturday, February 19 from 10 a.m. to noon at the shed located at the Elk Rapids DPW, 117 Lake St. Coming to the Chili Cookoff? Drop your donations and then join the fun downtown! For more information, contact the Club at elkrapidsgardenclub@gmail.com.
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Restorative Yoga with Peg
February 27 1:00 p.m.
Recovery is the most important part of your week, and with this 75-minute restorative yoga and meditation session, you are giving your body and soul what it needs to move into the week with a positive, relaxing attitude.
Join us for a wonderful relaxing restorative yoga practice with Peg. In restorative yoga, the focus is not on stretching or strengthening but on releasing. We release tension in the muscles and gently stimulate the organs through long-held poses designed to support and comfort. This practice stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system which in turn can boost the body's immune system and accelerate a natural healing process.
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We will use a variety of props such as blankets, blocks, bolsters, sandbags, and eye pillows to offer maximum relaxation. You will want to have comfortable and warm closing as the body cools down when in deep relaxation.
This class will also be offered virtually so you can stay in the comfort of your home while enjoying the benefits of guided practice. $15.00 or use your regular class PACKAGE
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Elk Rapids High School Drama presents The Play That Goes Wrong. Welcome to the opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines). February 10, 11, and 12 at 7 pm. Peterman Auditorium. Tickets are only $5 at the door for a great night of entertainment!
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Pico and Chown Live!
Very Special Concert
Streamed/on-demand from February 3 at 7:00 pm until February 10 at 8:00 pm. Click "more" for ticket information.
Music House Museum | 7377 U.S. 31 North, Williamsburg | (231) 938-9300
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6500 Alden Hwy ~ Bellaire
(231) 533-8576
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Check out all the upcoming events at Grass River:
2022 Grass River Shiver
5k/10k Snowshoe Race Fundraiser
Saturday February 12, 2022 - 10:00am
at Grass River Natural Area - Bellaire, MI
$25 preregistration, $30 on race day
Put on your snowshoes and run or walk through the beautiful snow-covered Grass River Natural Area as a fundraiser for our programs! This snowshoe race in northern Michigan is only a short distance from Traverse City. A prize is awarded to overall male and female 5K/10K winners. 10k runners do two loops of the course. Walkers are welcome, too! This year we are adapting the Shiver to a virtual hybrid format. Run or walk at your convenience on Saturday or Sunday. An official clock will start at 10 am on Saturday morning for those that would like an official clocked time to run their race with other runners and walkers.
WINTERFEST!
Saturday, February 12
12:00-3:00pm
A fun-filled family event with outdoor and indoor activities, snowshoeing and x-country skiing weather permitting, crafts, games, and nature storytime. Plus a blazing fire to keep you warm.
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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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Acme Christian Thrift Store
and Food Pantry
8925 M 72 E. | Williamsburg, MI | (231) 938-2990
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THE BIG RED SALE
February 8th-12th
50% off
anything red
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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Currently, we are 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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