Elk Rapids Area

Chamber of Commerce

"Monday Minute" Newsletter

July 24, 2023

Chain of Lakes Area

Acme * Alden * Atwood * Bellaire * Central Lake Eastport * Ellsworth * Elk Rapids * Kewadin * Rapid City * Torch River * Williamsburg

BE SURE TO READ THE COMPLETE NEWSLETTER ~ LOOK FOR "THE END"

This week's Evening on River Street Title Sponsor along with Band Sponsor High Noon is

Cherry Capital Airport

Please Note: If there is a chance of rain, we will call it at 3:00 p.m. each Wednesday and we will then post it on the Chamber Facebook page.

GREAT NEWS!

WE ARE EXTENDING EVENING ON RIVER FOR ONE MORE WEEK, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 16 WITH BROTHA JAMES TO MAKE UP FOR THE CANCELED EVENT

https://www.elkrapidschamber.org/evening-on-river-street/

History of the Elk Rapids Swan –

The Gateway to Northern Michigan’s Chain of Lakes 

• 🦢1966 - Chamber President, Clare Camfield, asked a local resident, Dr. John Tschudy to design a float to carry Miss Elk Rapids in the Cherry Festival and Harbor Days parades.

• 🦢Dr. Tschudy and Joseph F. Yuchasz, father of past Village President, Joe Yuchasz, began assembling this “masterpiece” at Northwestern Specialties. Less than one week prior to the Cherry Festival, the swan was still incomplete. With the help of Dr. Tschudy’s friends, the Elk Rapids Rotarians pitched in to finish the project for its début.

• 🦢They originally used scraped lumber, plywood stringers, and chicken wire to construct the frame.  Its design was made for the Queen to stand in the back end of the swan. The neck was designed to fold down for ease in transporting it to various parades. Dr. Tschudy purchased the “tissue paper-like materials” that made the exterior appear to be 3 dimensional. He purchased these materials from a company that used the barns at the old fairgrounds in Traverse City (which is now the civic center).

• 🦢After its busy summer season of appearing in parades, the swan was put in a parking lot near the marina and set outside during the winter months. (She is now stored at Boat House Storage in Kewadin)

• 🦢The next year the swan appeared once again in the parade, this time with plastic flowers.

• 🦢Over the years the swan has undergone many changes to its façade including metal lathing, plaster, and finally cement. 

• 🦢In the early 1970’s the swan found its way to its permanent home at the Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce building on US 31.

• 🦢The dent in the front side of the swan's body is from a local radio station DJ who backed into it. The Chamber was unaware of who had “marred” the infamous swan until they heard him announce it on the radio.

• 🦢The swan measures approximately 15 feet tall and weighs several hundred pounds.

• 🦢Visitors stop daily to have their photos taken with the Swan!

• 🦢Please purchase a swan to help us repair this Elk Rapids Landmark to make her and Elk Rapids look good!

(If you have any additional information on the swan please let us know!)

From a reader:

Re: the swan. Here is a tidbit from recent E.R. history:

I moved here in 2013 and at that time the swan's beak was painted orange. A few years later, a member of the Grand Traverse Band visited Elk Rapids schools and noticed the swan with its orange beak. He told the students that the swan at the Chamber represented a mute swan, a territorial species that chases away the native trumpeter swan. The mute swan is identified by its orange beak. When the students learned this they were allowed to paint the beak black to represent the native trumpeter swan.

Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening!

US 31 Discount Liquor

11324 US 31 S. in Williamsburg

They are open 7 days a week from 9 am until 10 pm.

They are offering a wide selection of liquor, beer, wines, mixers, tobacco, and pop. They are open from 9 am until 10 pm daily. You can follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/us31discountliquor/

From RIGHT to LEFT: Jay Ahmed, Angela Lubana (owner holding Rohan), Aman Malvia (store manager), Happy Lubana (owner), Raman Malvia, Tony Singh surrounded by friends, employees (some from Central Lake store), Mary Lakin from the chamber, Joe Fischer and Chris Bueby of Fischer Insurance

We are so excited for this year's Farmer's Market! Favorites are back and some new ones added. Vendors that have signed up are (not all vendors are here every week)

A Little Lavender, Altonen Orchards, Amy Kate Designs & Golden Hill Farms, Babcia's Amazing Pierogi, Bear Earth Herbals, BMG Enterprise,  Boss Mouse Cheese,  Busman Family Farm LLC, Buzzelli Foods, City Bake Shop, Countryside Gardens, Cultured Kombucha Company, Dennis Dean Farm/Lakeland Hemp LLC, Fainting Robin Farm,  Farmer White's, Gallaghers Centennial Farm, Grand Traverse Sauce Company, Guntzviller's Berry and Vegetable Farm, Hillside Harvest Farm, LLC, Hydrangea Hills Farm, Ken's Fresh Fish 'n Tales, Kewadin Honey Farm, Liv and Ty's Bakeshop, Lotus Farm, Maia's Masterpieces, Mangio Fresco, Mr. Jim's Products, Natalie's Petals,  Native Cultivations, Northern Growin' LLC, Ol' Geezer, Old Time Pasties, Out of the Woods Farm, Providence Farm, LLC, Saltless Sea Creamery, Silver Star Goods, The Bread Lady, The Farm at Cherry Hill, The Good One, Torch Lake Co-op, Walk Around Ranch, Winnie's Originals, LLC, and Woodlands Organic LLC.

http://elkrapidschamber.org/arts-crafts-show

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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July 7-27, Antique Dress & Quilt Display at Castle Farms

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July 25, Make & Take at the Library: Suncatcher, 10:30-12:00 pm

July 25, Wildflower Walk at Grass River Natural Area, 10 am

July 25, ER Rotary Blood Drive at Amvets, 1-6 pm.

July 26, Kids Classes at Pine Hill: Flower Arranging

July 26, Evening on River Street, "TC Knuckleheads," 6-9 pm

July 26, Paddle Antrim Kayaking Essentials Class in TC, 5:30-8:30 pm

July 26-30, Great Lakes Equestrian Festival IV

July 27, Balance Bikes, Bubbles & Books at Norte Chain Hub 10:30 am

July 27, Community Cornhole Tournament @The DAM Shop, 6 pm

July 27, ER Norte Slow Rolls from Cedar St. to Short's PB, 6 pm

July 27, Art Rapids! Concert in the Park, Joshua Davis, 7 pm

July 28, ER Farmer's Market at the Chamber, 8 am-Noon

July 29, Alden Days Activities & Market, 10 am - 4 pm

July 29, Alden Days Parade, 1 pm

July 29, Ballin' at the Bay, 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament

July 29, Grass River Program at Antrim Creek, 10 am

July 29, Elk Rapids History Museum open 1-4 pm

July 29, Dog Days of Summer at Rennie Orchards 12-5 pm

July 30, Dog Days of Summer at Rennie Orchards, 12-3 pm

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August 1, Wildflower Walk at Grass River Natural Area, 10 am

August 1, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 5:30-6"30 pm

August 2, Kids Classes at Pine Hill: Cooking in the Garden

August 2, Evening on River Street, "Sweet Water Blues Band," 6-9 pm

August 2-5, Harbor Days Festival, elkrapidsharbordays.org

August 2-6, Great Lakes Equestrian Festival V

August 3, Norte Slow Rolls from Cedar St to Short's PB, 6 pm

August 3, Paddle Antrim ER Harbor Days Community Paddle, 6 pm

August 4, ER Farmer's Market at the Chamber, 8:00 am-Noon

August 4, ER Community Cupboard Pick-up, 8:30-9:30 am

August 4, Arts & Crafts Show on River Street, 10 am - 4 pm

August 4, Harbor Sunset Concert, Nathan Walton, 7-9 pm

August 5, Elk Rapids History Museum Open, 1-4 pm

August 6, Raven Hill 5th Annual Pedal, Pig & Pint Community Bike Tour

August 6, Naomi Spann Solo Recital at Kewadin Methodist Church, 4 pm

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August 8-13, Great Lakes Equestrian Festival VI

August 9, Evening on River Street, "Dags und Timmah," 6-9 pm

August 9-12, Antrim County Fair

August 10, ER Norte Slow Rolls from Cedar St. to Short's PB, 6 pm

August 11, ER Farmer's Market at the Chamber 8:00-Noon

August 12, Elk Rapids History Museum Open, 1-4 pm

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August 15, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 5:30-6:30 pm

August 16, Paddle Antrim Bellaire Community Paddle w/ Short's, 6 pm

August 16, Evening on River Street with Brotha James (make up date)

August 17, Grass River's Riverfest @Sunset Hill 5:30-9:30 pm

August 17, ER Norte Slow Rolls from Cedar St. to Short's PB, 6 pm

August 18, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 8:30-9:30 am

August 18, ER Farmer's Market at the Chamber, 8 am-Noon

August 19, Elk Rapids History Museum, 1-4 pm

August 19, Harbor Sunset Concert, Eric Engblade, 7-9 pm

August 20, Scoop Sundays, Ice Cream Peddlers at Ethanology, 1-5 pm

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August 24, Green ER presents Doug Tallamy "Hometown National Parks"

August 24, ER Norte Slow Roll from Cedar St. to Short's PB, 6 pm

August 25, ER Farmer's Market at the Chamber, 8 am-Noon

August 26, Elk Rapids History Museum Open, 1-4 pm

August 27, Good Samaritan Golf Scramble at Antrim Dells, 2 pm

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August 31, ER Norte Slow Roll from Cedar St to Short's PB, 6 pm

Sept 1, ER Farmer's Market at the Chamber, 8 am-Noon

Sept 1-3, Downtown Alden Sidewalk Sales, 10 am-5pm

Sept 2, Arts & Craft Show on River Street, 10 am - 4 pm

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Sept 17, Scoop Sundays, Ice Cream Peddlers at Ethanology, 1-5 pm

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Sept 30, Elk Rapids Fall Festival, 11 am ~ 4 pm

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Please email laura@elkrapidschamber.org with any updated event dates.

Public Meetings about OUR CommUNITY

Tuesday, July 25, ER Planning Commission Meeting, 7:00 pm

• Agenda and Zoom Instructions

Registration is now open for the 2023 Open Water Safety lessons! You can either register at the following link OR come into the Government Center for a paper form. Please note that there are limited classes this summer.

Here is the electronic link for classes: https://forms.gle/PYN1YSvZLzTCgLNf9

Be sure to check out the discoverelkrapids.com website

Village of Elk Rapids: www.elkrapids.org

Elk Rapids Township: https://www.elkrapids.com/

Milton Township: https://miltontownship.org/

Torch Lake Township:www.torchlaketownship.org/

Antrim County: antrimcounty.org

Acme Township: acmetownship.org/

Whitewater Township: whitewatertownship.org/

Helena Township: https://www.helenatownship.com/

View the full list of webinars

www.sbdcmichigan.org

For recorded webinars and upcoming workshops: 

https://www.score.org/traversecity/local-workshops

ONLINE LIVE EVENT

How to Effectively Use Artificial Intelligence in Your Business: A Step-by-Step Guide

Tuesday, July 25, 2023, 1:00 pm EDT

Discover the different AI tools available to you and a bonus six-step process for effectively deploying AI into your business operations. 

Read the Latest News

>> July 19, 2023 Edition

Regional Benefits Survey Report Now Available

→ State lawmakers have reintroduced a tax incentive program for the film and multimedia industry to help lure production back to Michigan, hoping to overcome opposition stemming from a previous program. 

→ East Bay Township Planning Commission voted to move forward with proposed zoning amendments to address the childcare shortage across the region by allowing childcare centers and preschools to operate in industrial districts.

→ The Housing Needs Assessment completed by Housing North projected more than 31,000 rental and for sale housing units will be needed in the 10-county region through 2027. Affordability, availability, and quality of housing all continue to pose “major hurdles” in northern Michigan.

Art Center Program Director

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

• Antrim County Transportation-Driver
• Barnes Park - Park Ranger

Commission on Aging - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

• Commission on Aging - Homemaker
• Sheriff's Department - 911 Center
  
• Sheriff's Department - Corrections Deputy

• Job Openings:

Forklift Driver

General Labor

Maintenance Processor

Sanitation Worker

Looking For:

Experienced Housekeepers

Looking for:

Contemporary Worship Director

Looking For:

Human Resource Director

Seeking:

Licensed Cosmetologist

Seasonal Help Needed

Fruit Stand Employee

Dr. Ann Kuenker

Needed: Medical Assistant-Traverse City Office

Looking for:

Shop Supervisor and Shop Employees

Looking For:

Marketing Associate

Looking for:

Employment Opportunities for College Students, Gardeners & Nature Lovers

WANTED-TORCH LAKE LOVER!

True Blue Gallery

HIRING FOR ALL POSITIONS!

Village Market * 250Ames St.* Elk Rapids* (231) 264-5629

Attention job seekers! Blackmore Landscaping Services is now hiring for our landscape crew and lawn care crew! If you're passionate about working outdoors and take pride in your work, we want to hear from you! Our landscape crew and our lawn care crew positions pay $18-22 per hour. If you're interested in learning more about these positions, please contact us first thing Monday morning at (231) 264-9404. We can't wait to hear from you!

Become an Amazon Hub partner. You and your staff will assist in local deliveries while creating extra income for your business. For more information visit https://logistics.amazon.com/hubdelivery/marketing/

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES!

Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce

(231) 264-8202 info@elkrapidschamber.org

Volunteers Needed For the Elk Rapids History Museum

Benefits: Flexible Hours

                        1-2 hr. a week or a month 

                         Pleasant Environment

              Friendly Companions 

                         A chance to support an award-winning                      

                         historical site in Northern Michigan.

And be a part of the cultural community of Elk Rapids! 

Become a: Greeter

Join a Museum Committee

Assist with:  Research (Archives) * Tech Support * Gardening

Plan a Program

Aid in Classroom visits 

Interested but not sure please call or email Marcia Graham at 248 542 4208 or rdmagraham@gmail.com

Calling all volunteers to GIVE A SHIFT this year - only 2 hours!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508094ca5af23a0fb6-2023#/

For a complete list of Alden Days events, see

https://www.facebook.com/events/237526652482482?ref=newsfeed

Last-minute availability at the Cottage located at 212 River Street, downtown Elk Rapids. Walking distance to shopping, dining, movie theatre, and the beach!

Date available: July 29 - August 5! (Harbor Days)

For special pricing offer and fmore information contact Paul Hresko at (810) 523-7205.

LIGHTS! CAMERA! ACTION!

The Elk Rapids Players present

Theater Experience for Kids



Grades 3 to 6, on August 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, and 16 at the Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall.

This workshop will feature song, dance, and creative drama to produce a show including songs from the hit movies, “Sponge Bob Square Pants”, “Finding Nemo”, “Polar Express”, “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory”, and “Shrek”. Each participant will receive a song pack and a workshop T-shirt.

Daily Schedules will run from 9:30 to 2;30 with a break for lunch (bring a sack lunch and a drink). On the 16th, the group will put on a show at 6:30 in the evening. The price is $95.00 and scholarship opportunities are available.



Any questions, contact Roxanne Lutey at (231)944-2976

Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall * 401 River Street * Elk Rapids

"White Christmas" Auditions

From the same Director and Producer that brought you “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers”, the Elk Rapids Players will be holding auditions for their upcoming presentation of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas. Audition dates are August 7th, 8th,14th, and 15th with callbacks to be August 21st and 22nd at the Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall. Rehearsals to begin August 28th show dates to be November 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th 10th, 11th, 12th, 17th, 18th and 19th. Times of events to be announced.

Auditions will be for voice and dance. All lead characters will both sing and dance. However, there are roles for almost every skill level.

For further information contact Carolyn Hoover at (231) 645-1601.

Open Saturdays in July & August, 1-4 pm

website: elkrapidshistory.org

301 Traverse Street – Corner of Pine  (231) 264-5692

Space for Lease

Located in beautiful Elk Rapids, MI, this 1,947 SF standalone flex office building has a shop and retail/showroom area, which allows for a wide variety of uses. There is a centrally located kitchenette and bathroom which provides a nice separation of the retail space from the shop space. One street over from Ames St but visible from the main road providing good visibility.

https://www.threewest.com/property-listings/?ptype=CM_3&listingID=1911588#

BOS Wine Local's Night

Every Wednesday evening from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Join in for some wine and camaraderie with friends and neighbors.

BOS Wine 🍷135 Ames Street 🍷 Elk Rapids 🍷 (231) 498-2073

Charcuterie Boxes To-Go

Perfect for the beach, boat, or picnic!

You can now get BOS Wine Garden charcuterie to bring with you on the go! These boxes include some of our favorite cheeses and charcuterie and serve

1-2 people. 

Grab yourself a charcuterie box and a bottle of BOS Wine for your next beach day, boat ride, or picnic in the park!

These boxes are designed for takeaway, for those enjoying in the tasting room or garden, we still have our delicious charcuterie boards made to order!

Elk Rapids Marina 🚤118 N. Bridge Street🎶Elk Rapids🚤(231) 264-9500

elkrapidsmarina.com

Local Live Music 🎵🎶

Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen

Other venues offering live music: (click on the name to go to their Facebook page)

• Cellar 152 Pub & Provisions
• Blue Pelican Inn & Restaurant
• Bos Wine Garden
• Foundry Craft Grillery
• Pine Hill Nursery-Garden Cafe
• Short's Pull Barn,
• Town Club
• Townline Ciderworks

Torch Lake Cafe

4990 U.S. 31 N., Central Lake, (231) 599-1111

Add, August 3, Jelly Roll at 8 pm

HARBOR SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

June 25, Sunday, Hannah Rose Graves

July 2, Sunday, One Ton Trolley 

July 16, Sunday, Earth Radio

August 4, Friday, Nathan Walton

August 19, Saturday, Eric Engblade



Bring your chairs, sit back, and relax. 

Enjoy music as the sun sets!

Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor Pavillion, 129 N. Cedar St., Elk Rapids

Traverse City Horse Shows (TCHS) invites the community to join them for an Oryana Community Co-op Social at Oryana Natural Foods Market's outdoor patio on July 25th from 4:30-6:00 pm. This event offers an opportunity to connect with representatives from TCHS, learn about the exciting world of equestrian sport, and engage with six local non-profit organizations (including TART Trails) participating in TCHS's Charity Ticket Program during the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival series.

TCHS is dedicated to supporting the community through its donation of 100% of general admission ticket sales to these and other non-profit partners.

Buy tickets for the Major League Show Jumping Grand Prix on August 5 to benefit TART Trails:

https://www.eventbrite.com/.../226000-major-league-show...

Antrim County Fair

August 9-12, 2023

Check their Facebook Page

for updates.

The Music House Museum

7377 U.S. 31 North

Williamsburg, MI 49690

(231) 938-9300



Upcoming Events - The Music House Museum

CASTLE FARMS

July 7-27 Antique Dress & Quilt Display

July 29, Guided Tour with the Owner

July 26, Wine Down Wednesday with Jessica Dominic.. 6-8 pm

Find details of events at Upcoming Events – Castle Farms

Castle Farms * 5052 M- 66 * Charlevoix * (231) 237-0884

Register for upcoming classes and workshops on our website! Check back often as we will be posting more classes and workshops



https://artandconnection.app.neoncrm.com/.../eventList.jsp

Thursday, July 27, "Nautical Expression."

with Sheri Reid Grant, 1-4 pm

Friday, July 28, "Everyone Needs a Pet Rock."

FAMILY FRIENDLY

Saturday, July 29, "Enneagram Personality Discovery"

with Rosemary Hurwitz, 9:30 am-12 pm

Short's Pull Barn 🍺211 Industrial Park 🚵Drive Elk Rapids 🌸

UPCOMING CLASSES

886 US 31 N. Kewadin

Nursery 231-599-2824

Cafe 231-599-1131

www.pinehill-nursery.com

Kids Classes

Pine Hill Kids Classes: Classes are Wednesdays at 10:30

The cost is $10 per child. Our kids' classes are always a lot of fun. Please call ahead by noon the day before to register at 231-599-2824.

June 28: Edible Container Gardens

July 12: Fairy Gardens

July 19: Garden Art

July 26: Flower Arranging

Aug 2: Cooking in the Garden

Summer Annual Sale

30-50% off Annuals

up to $10 off Hanging Baskets

Select Pottery

20% off

Plus, other in-store specials.

Don't forget to check out our bargain bin for HUGE savings.

Some exclusions. Both locations participating.

Garden Cafe at Pine Hill Nursery

The Garden Cafe is now open

Sunday-Thursday 11-3

Friday and Saturday 11-3,

Grill, Pizza, and Live Music 5-8

Monday Dinner Specials

5:00 - 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

Free Ideal Protein 

Weight Loss Seminar

August 1, 2023

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.

Presented by Dr. Ann Kuenker

Elk Rapids Medical Clinic * 516 Bridge Street, ER Admission is free, please RSVP - call 231-264-0700

www.youridealyouweightloss.com

(Mon. July 31 in Traverse City ~ Thurs. August 3 in Petoskey)

Elk Rapids Yoga Flow * 212 River Street * Elk Rapids

 elkrapidsyogaflow.com * 231-463-4556

Book your Next Yoga Class today at

www.elkrapidsyogaflow.com/schedule

Sound Journey at Elk Rapids Yoga Flow

Thursday, August 3, 2023

6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

What is a Sound Journey?

Think of it as an experience where sound can be used to transport you to a dream-like state of vibrational healing. (Sounds pretty blissful, doesn't it?)

With the use of instruments like chakra & alchemy crystal singing bowls, steel tongue drum, tuning forks, and percussive instruments, the sound journey will quiet your mind as the vibrations resonate in your body further blurring the boundaries of being awake and being asleep. 

Think of it as a full-body sound massage where you'll be in deep rest, cleansing, healing, and harmonizing on all levels. This is a wonderful experience both physically and mentally.

Wear comfortable clothing and bring your favorite pillow or blanket if desired. 

These classes fill up quickly so don’t wait to sign up early!

http://elkrapidsyogaflow.com/

404 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids (231) 264-8184

www.indulge-elkrapids.com * FACEBOOK PAGE

July Specials

Spa Bogo

~ Buy 1 Facial or Massage, Get 1 50% off

$25 Men's Cuts and $20 Kid's Cuts w/ Adrian

Surface Bassu Oil ~ 20% off

Surface Texture Legend Sale ~ 2 for $58

CHOOSE FROM:

• Awaken Texture Spray • Blowout Texture Spray • Swirl

• Push Powder • Texture Paste • Curls Cream Wax • Curls Oil Gel

GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE

Message from Judith

Enjoying Summer! - https://mailchi.mp/690f98.../help-relieve-back-pain-20274093

I am getting ready for the 2023 Bodywise Harbor Days Yoga on the Beach scheduled for Thursday, August 3 at 9:30 am at Memorial Park Beach.

https://erbodywise.com

Waterside Wellness

CLICK HERE FOR LIST OF EVENTS FOR HARBOR DAYS

Paddle Antrim Summer Events

Wednesday, July 26, 5:30-8:30 pm

Kayaking Essentials Class, Traverse City

To register for classes, please visit https://www.paddleantrim.com/events/

Grass River Natural Area 

6500 Alden Hwy ~ Bellaire

(231) 533-8576

check online for events: www.grassriver.org

Tuesday, July 25, 10 am

Blooms & Birds: Wildflower Walk

Every Tuesday, 10:00 am (2 hrs), Free but donations appreciated

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.

Sat, July 29, 10 am – 12 pm

Antrim Creek Natural Area North Entrance (map)

The Dune Ecosystems of Antrim Creek

Saturday, July 29, 2023 - 10:00 am (2 hrs.), Free and open to all ages, Meet at the Antim Creek North Entrance at the end of Rex Beach Road

Antrim Creek Natural Area is truly a jewel by Grand Traverse Bay.  We will explore this unique dune and forest ecosystem by admiring endangered species like Lake Huron Tansy and learning about the area's natural and human history.  We'll finish our walk along Antrim Creek at the south end.  There, we'll dip for invertebrates to investigate the health of this waterway.

Summer Camp Week 3 - July 24-27, 2023

https://www.grassriver.org/summer-camp.html

Save the Date



Doug Tallamy presents

"Homegrown National Parks"

Thursday, August 24, 6:00 p.m.

At the HERTH Building 

401 River Street, Elk Rapids, Mi 49629



Hosted by Green Elk Rapids

greenelkrapids.org

300 Isle of Pines

Elk Rapids, MI

(231) 264-9979

www.elkrapidslibrary.org

Have you seen the NEW website?

Check it out!

Events at the ERDL!

There are a whole lot of events going on at the library!

See their website calendar for schedules.

Follow school and sporting events events on the Elk Rapids School Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/erschools

www.erschools.com

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

A fundraiser for the Elk Rapids Girls and Boys Basketall Programs. 🏀

Sacred Heart Holds Beef and Hog Raffle

Sacred Heart Catholic Parish in Elk Rapids is holding a raffle this summer. The first prize is a quarter of a processed, packaged, and frozen cow. The second and third prizes are a half-frozen, processed, and packaged hog. The raffle drawing will take place on August 13 at Sacred Heart after the 10 am mass.

The raffle is being hosted by Sacred Heart's Outreach Committee, which focuses on building community at the parish. The proceeds from ticket sales will go toward Sacred Heart's effort to build a new church that honors the parish's history while providing much-needed facility updates.

"To me, what hits home is that we need to build for the future, period. That's why I support the efforts to build a new church," shares John Mischel, chair of the Outreach Committee. "I have an 18-year-old daughter. I want her to have a place to worship in Elk Rapids. I feel strongly about serving the people here."

John Mischel has been a member of Sacred Heart for 28 years.

"As long as I have vitality and energy, I'm going to use my time, talent, and treasure to serve my church and my community," Mischel said. 

Raffle tickets are available now for $10 by emailing johnmmischel@gmail.com. 

Slow Rolls -

Thursday evenings from 6-7. Family-friendly bike rides around Elk Rapids starting at Cedar Street Parking Lot and ending at Shorts from June 22 - August 24

Balance Bike Meet Ups - Thursday Mornings from 10:30 - 11:30 at the Chain Hun at Rotary Park. Preschool program for ages 2-5, story time with Ms. Kate, followed by balance bikes around the skills park from June 22 - August 24

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Raven Hill is currently open to visitors seven days a week—10 am to 4 pm on weekdays, noon to 4 m on Saturdays, and 2 pm to 4 pm on Sundays. Call 231.536.3369 or email info@miravenhill.org to make appointments to visit other times, including major holidays.

Read the July 24, 2023 - Weekly Newsletter

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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