Elk Rapids Area

Chamber of Commerce

"Monday Minute" Newsletter

June 19, 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"

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.

Be a part of Evening on River Street for this annual summer tradition!

To participate in this family fun event, please visit our website for applications and sponsorship opportunities.

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

Next Arts & Craft Show is July 15, To apply, please download application http://elkrapidschamber.org/arts-crafts-show

Hello Chamber and Community Members,

Whew! This is a busy community! We are trying our best to get all of the events on our calendar, but could use your help! It is really easy to enter your events on our calendar, here is the link,

https://business.elkrapidschamber.org/events/public-submission

Once events are submitted, we will be notified for approval.

Thank You in advance for your help!

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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June 19, Family Game Night at the ER District Library, 5:30 pm

June 20, Make & Take Weaving at the ER District Library, 10:30 am

June 20, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 5:30:6:30 pm

June 20, Birds & Blooms, Wildflower Walk at Grass River, 3:30 pm

June 20, Make & Take at the Library: Weaving 10:30 - 12:00 pm

June 21, Twisted Fish Watercolor Workshop w/Charles Murphy, 10-5 pm

June 21, Paddle Boarding Essentials Class in TC 5:30-8 pm

June 22, Books, Bubbles & Bike Meetup at the Chain Hub, 10:30 am

June 22, Teens Try: Dungeons & Dragons at the ER Library, 10:30 am

June 22, Art on Thursdays at Grass River, 1:00 pm

June 22, Edible Container Gardens Workshop at Pine Hill, 2 pm

June 22, Art & Connection, Whimsy Fish Art Workshop, 5:30 pm

June 22, Community Cornhole Tournament @The DAM Shop, 6 pm

June 22, Norte Slow Roll, 6-7 pm

June 22, ER Museum, Special Open House, 6-8 pm

June 22, Friends of the ERDL Author Event featuring - Viola Shipman /Wade Rouse, 6:30 pm

June 23, Elk Rapids Farmers Market at the Chamber, 8 am-Noon

June 23, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 8:30-9:30 am

June 23, Art & Connection Paint a Wine Bottle Still Life Workshop, 10 am

June 23, Summer Storytime: Birds & Bugs at the ERD Library, 10:30 am

June 23, Nature Story Time at Grass River, 10:30 am

June 23 Elk-Skegemog Association Annual Meeting, 6 pm

June 23, Music House showing (3) Charlie Chaplin Shorts, 7 pm

June 24, Fashion Show & Luncheon at Sacred Heart Church, 12-2 pm

June 24, Intro to Growing & Using Herbs at Pine Hill, 2 pm

June 25, Harbor Sunset Concert, Hannah Rose Graves, 7-9 pm

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June 25-26, Tour the Spring Lighthouse Bed & Breakfast, 1-3 pm

June 26, Family Game Night at the ER District Library, 5:30 pm

June 26-30, Stellar VBS at First Presbyterian Church, 8:45 - 12:15 pm

June 27, Birds & Blooms, Wildflower Walk at Grass River, 10 am

June 27, Make & Take at the Library: Twig Letter Art, 10:30 - 12:00 pm

June 27, ER Garden Club-Biodynamic Wines w/David Bos, 12:30 pm

June 28, Twisted Fish Watercolor Workshop w/Charles Murphy, 10 - 5 pm

June 28, Kids Classes at Pine Hill: Edible Container Gardens, 10:30 am

June 28, Paddle Antrim Kids Kayaking Class in ER, 12-2 pm

June 28 Paddle Antrim Kayaking Essentials Class in ER, 2:30-5:30 pm

June 28, FIRST Evening on River Street, "Plumville Project," 6-9 pm

June 29, Balance Bike Meet Up & Storytimeat Chain Hub, 10:30 am

June 29, Paddle Antrim Kayaking Essentials Class, C.Lake 1-4 pm

June 29, Paddle Antrim Central Lake Community Paddle, 6-7:30 pm

June 29, Norte Slow Roll thru Elk Rapids, 6 pm

June 29, FREE Fishing Expo @Harbor Pavilion, 4-6 pm

June 29, Community Cornhole Tournament @The DAM Shop, 6 pm

June 29, ER Museum, ER Reef Restoration Program, 7-9 pm

June 30, Elk Rapids Farmer's Market at the Chamber, 8 am-Noon

June 30, Paddle Antrim Kids Kayaking Class in Ellsworth, 12 & 2:30 pm

June 30, Elk Lake Floral Ribbon Cutting & Grand Re-Opening, 3-5 pm

June 30-July 1, Christmas in July, Salvation Army @Village Mkt. 10-6pm

July 1, Elk Rapids History Museum Open from 1-4 pm

July 2, Harbor Sunset Concert, One Ton Trolley, 7-9 pm

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July 4, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 5:30-6:30 pm

July 5, Evening on River Street, "Brotha James," 6 -9 pm

July 5, The Steel Wheels Concert at HERTH Town Hall, 8 pm

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

July 6, Sound Journey at Elk Rapids Yoga Flow, 6:30 pm

July 7, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 8:30-9:30 am

July 8, Elk Rapids History Museum Open from 1 - 4 pm.

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July 10, Family Game night at the ER District Library, 5:30 pm

July 11, Twisted Fish Plein Air Workshop w/Louise Pond, 9:30-4:30 pm

July 11, Make & Take at the Library: STEAM Reactions, 10:30-12:00 pm

July 11, Art & Connection Moonlight Sails Workshop 1 pm

July 12 Kis Classes at Pine Hill: Gairy Gardens, 10:30 am

July 12, Evening on River Street, "Nick Vasquez," 6 - 9 pm

July 13, Summer Art & Connection Workshop @Waterfire Vineyard, 1-3

July 13, Art & Connection Glass Window Mosaic Workshop, 5:30 pm

July 13, Community Cornhole Tournament @The DAM Shop, 6 pm

July 15, Arts & Craft Show, Downtown ER on River Street, 10am-4pm

July 15, Elk Rapids History Museum Open from 1- 4 pm

July 16, Antrim County High Tea for Breast Cancer at Shanty Creek

July 16, Scoop Sundays at Ethanology w/Ice Cream Peddlers, 1 pm

July 16, Harbor Sunset Concert, Earth Radio, 7-9 pm

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July 17, Paddle Antrim MI Paddle Steward Training in Kewadin, 5:30 pm

July 17, Family Game Night at the ER District Library, 5:30 pm

July 18, ER Garden Club "Garden Walk," 10 am - 5 pm

July 18, Make & Take at the Library: Beeswax Candle, 10:30-12:00 pm

July 18, Twisted Fish Watercolor Workshop w/Mary Guntzviller, 10-4 pm

July 18, Paddle Antrim Kids Kayaking Class in Ellsworth, 12 & 2:30 pm

July 18, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 5:30-6:30 pm

July 19, Paddle Antrim Kayaking Next Steps in Ellsworth, 10 am

July 19, Kids Classes at Pine Hill: Garden Art, 10:30 am

July 19, Evening on River Street, " Drew Hale" 6-9 pm

July 20, Community Cornhole Tournament @The DAM Shop, 6 pm

July 20, Paddle Antrim St. Clair-6 Mile Lake Community Paddle, 6 pm

July 20, Art Rapids! Concert in the Park, Bernard & Lavengood, 7 pm

July 21, ER Community Cupboard Grocery Pick-up, 8:30-9:30 am

July 21, Paddle Antrim Kids Kayaking Class in Ellsworth, 2-4 pm

July 21, Paddle Antrim Kayaking Essentials Classes in Ellsworth, 5-8 pm

July 22, Elk Rapids History Museum Open from 1-4 pm

July 23, Artifact Identifying Program at Samels Farm, 2-4:30 pm

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July 25, Make & Take at the Library: Suncatcher, 10:30-12:00 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, 5:30-830 pm

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

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

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

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

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

August 9-12, Antrim County Fair

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

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

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

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

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

Public Meetings about OUR CommUNITY

Tuesday, June 20, Antrim County Econ Development, 9:00 am

• Agenda

Tuesday, June 20, Elk Rapids Housing Commission, 3:30 p.m.

• See Website

Tuesday, June 20, Elk Rapids Village Council, 7:00 pm

• Agenda and Zoom Instructions

Tuesday, June 20, Torch Lake Township Board Meeting, 7:00 pm

• Agenda & Virtual Instructions

Wednesday, June 21, Elk Rapids Beautification Meeting, 9:00 am

• Agenda

~DDA JUNE UPDATES~

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

Read the Latest News

>> June 14, 2023 Edition

Regional Benefits Survey Report Now Available

At last week's Economic Strategy Session: Attracting and Retaining Talent - The Power of Benefits, our panel of experts revealed how competitive benefits can set a business apart and help business owners and leaders retain their current workforce and attract top talent. >>Read More

→ Housing North is teaming up with the Michigan State Housing Development Authority to help develop the state’s first statewide housing plan and bring more attainable housing to Northern Michigan. 

→ In a state with mild summers, abundant freshwater, and less extreme weather events, some experts believe climate migrants could offset projections of Michigan's population decline.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

• Antrim County Transportation-Driver
• Commission on Aging - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Commission on Aging - Homemaker
• Elk Rapids Day Park
• Sheriff's Department - Veteran's Service Officer ll
• Sheriff's Department - Corrections Deputy

Seeking Art Center Manager

• 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

BIG FISH

Retail store in Elk Rapids, 148 River Street is looking Full and Part Help

Customer Service, Keeping store organized, stocking shelves

Contact Shay for details and to apply. (231) 907-1990

Store is open 7 days a week.

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!

Welcome to our Newest Member~~Amazon Hub!

They are looking for businesses to become Amazon Hub partners. You and your staff will assist in local deliveries while creating extra income for your business. Give them a call today.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES!

Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce

(231) 264-8202 info@elkrapidschamber.org

Volunteers Wanted

              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:         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#/

OPEN HOUSE

THURS–JUNE 22, 6-8 pm

Come see our newly

Renovated Upper Level

301 Traverse Street – Corner of Pine 

Light Refreshments Served 

231-264-5692

Garden Club Seeking Village Pride Garden Nominations



The Elk Rapids Garden Club is seeking nominations for both personal and business gardens to be considered for the Club’s Village Pride Award.   This award is given annually to a homeowner and business who exemplify the mission of the club…adding beauty to the community! Nominate a neighbor, friend, or business that goes a bit above and beyond to make our community a lovely place to live and visit. Send contact information about the nominee by June 30 to elkrapidsgardenclub@gmail.com.

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#

You can purchase the books all summer at Art & Connection, Twisted Fish Gallery, Bayfront Beach and Bike, My Michigan Roots, Nature Connection, and the Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce. The price of the book is $25.00.

Spring Lighthouse

Bed & Breakfast Tour

You can tour this property through the month of June on Sundays & Mondays 1 – 3 pm. Located right on East Grand Traverse Bay, this property has 4 guest rooms with beautiful views of the bay and peninsula. It is also just a quick walk to downtown Elk Rapids, located at 106 Oak Street. No need to set up an appointment but a phone call would be appreciated (231) 264-6282.

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

The Music House Museum is proud to present three Charlie Chaplin Shorts,

“The Rink”, “A Day’s Pleasure” and “The Idle Class”, accompanied by Interlochen Arts Academy Staff Pianist, Steve Larson on Friday, June 23, 2023, at 7:00 pm

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Click HERE to purchase tickets.

Music House | 7377 US 31 N | Williamsburg | 231-938-9300

Waterfire Vineyard🍷12180 Sutter Road🍷Kewadin

(231) 498-2753* waterfirewine.com

Art & Connection will be joining WaterFire Vineyards to lead art workshops throughout the summer. Art & Connection is a non-profit organization out of Elk Rapids that encourages creativity, self-expression, and curiosity through art for our local community. They offer a range of experiences from art therapy, youth and adult programs, community projects, collaborations, and more. Each class is led by a member of Art & Connect and a portion of the ticket proceeds will be donated to them. Materials and a glass of wine are included.

please note: RSVP for the June workshop only.

• June 15th, 1-3 pm Exploring the Vineyards Through Oil Pastels
• Instructor Michelle Bien $35. Purchase tickets HERE

Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen * 617 Ames St. * Elk Rapids * (231) 264-0530

Town Club and Watz Dis Entertainment

Present

Tuesday Night Karaoke

with

Kevin Lee AKA "DJ Hashtag"

9:00 pm until Midnight

(every Tuesday)

Cellar 152 🍷152 River Street🍷 Elk Rapids 🍷(231) 264-9000 🍷cellar152.com

Community Wine Tasting

Every Thursday night, 4:00 - 7:00 pm, $10

Taste and talk at the new community table

Euchre every Tuesday

Live Music at the Cellar on Friday and Saturday evenings!

Now taking applications for the

Antrim County Fair

August 9-12, 2023

Check their Facebook Page

for vendor booth applications and updates.

PARTS OF THE PROCESS

SOLO EXHIBITION OF WORKS BY SHANNY BROOKE

Taking us on her emotional journey, painter Shanny Brooke explores the creative steps that emerge when processing the loss of a loved one.

Sometimes the emotions come quickly. Sometimes we only experience them after stripping away the narrative and re-exploring our relationships.

This selection of paintings is an intimate glimpse into this artist’s insightful journey towards healing as she allowed her canvas and paint to do the speaking for her – revealing that art continues to be her trusted voice..

The exhibit will run in our Cottage Gallery through July 15^th with viewings Tuesday – Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm.

Twisted Fish Gallery

10443 S Bayshore Dr., Elk Rapids, MI

www.twistedfishgallery.com

Art Camp is back! Led by instructors Phil Wilson and Clay Maas, this year’s theme is “What’s under the water?”

The camp will run July 11-14 at the Walk of Art in Elk Rapids.

Camp runs from 1-4 pm for ages 9-15 with scholarships available. The 6-8 age group has been filled. Enrollment is limited so be sure to sign up soon!

Read more here: http://artrapids.net/2023-summer-art-camp

For scholarship information email artrapids@gmail.com

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



This week:

Thursday, June 22, 5:30-7:30 pm

• Whimsy Fish Art Workshop

Friday, June 23, 10 am-1 pm

• Paint a Wine Bottle Still Life

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

Edible Container Gardens

Thursday June 22nd @ 2pm

You can grow food in small spaces. Container gardens can be beautiful and functional. Join us for this fun workshop-style class. Create your own edible container garden. Bring your own (empty) container or purchase one of ours. The base fee for this workshop is $10/container which includes soil and fertilizer. Simply pay for the other items/plants you use. Please call 231-599-2824 to register.

Introduction to growing and using herbs

Saturday, June 24th @ 2 pm

Introduction to growing and using herbs. This is a free class.

Please call to register. 231-599-2824

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

Live Music, Pizza, and Grill!

Join us Friday and Saturday evenings 5-8 pm for dinner and music on the patio. Beginning this weekend through Labor Day.

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

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, July 6, 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/

INDULGE

~ ELK RAPIDS ~

Day Spa

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

www.indulge-elkrapids.com * FACEBOOK PAGE

June Specials

15% off any Facial, Massage, or Spray Tan w/Referral 

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

Surface Blowout Professional Hair Products ~ Mix and Match 2 for $56

GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE

Message from Judith

Bodywise won the "Red Hot BEST!" MyNorth.com and Traverse Magazine Contest for Charlevoix & The Chain of Lakes Region for Gym or Health Studio. Thank you for your votes and your support through the years! We did it!! Congratulations to all the winners and nominees! -



Summer Schedule - Read Full Newsletter-Summer Classes

https://erbodywise.com

Waterside Wellness--

Summer Schedule beginning June 5, 2023

Paddle Antrim Summer Events

Wednesday, June 21, 5:30 pm

Paddle Boarding Essentials Class

Wednesday, June 28, 12-2 pm & 2:30-4:30 pm

Kids Kayaking Class, Elk Rapids

Wednesday, June 28, 2:30-5:30 pm

Kayaking EssentialsClass, Elk Rapids

Thursday, June 29, 1-4 pm

Kayaking Essentials Class, Central Lake

Thursday, June 29, 6-7:30 pm

Central Lake Community Paddle

Friday, June 30, 12-2 pm and 2:30-4:30 pm

Kids Kayaking Class, Ellsworth

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

Tuesday, July 18, 2023

10:00 am - 4:00 pm



Purchase tickets online

Garden Cafe at Pine Hill Nursery

Summer Hours:

Summer Hours Begin June 14th

Closed Monday

• Tues-Wed: Grab and Go only:11-3
• Thurs: Lunch 11-3
• Friday-Saturday Lunch 11-3,
• Grill and Pizza 5-8
• Sunday: Lunch 11-3

Pine Hill |886 US Highway 31 N. | Kewadin

Click HERE to view Garden Cafe Menu and Newsletter

Grass River Natural Area 

6500 Alden Hwy ~ Bellaire

(231) 533-8576

check online for events: www.grassriver.org

Tuesday, June 20, 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.

Thursday, June 22, 1:00 pm (2 hrs), $10 per person

Art on Thursdays: Painting in Nature

Everywhere we look, here at Grass River Natural Area, we see patterns.   They are the spots on a fawn's back, the scales on snakes and fish, and the lacy fronds of a fern. Using a variety of watercolor media, we will create paintings that capture the beauty of natural patterns.  Materials are provided, but you may bring your own. On select Thursdays this summer, join a naturalist at 1 pm for a reoccurring nature art program! We will explore painting, sketching, journaling, clay, and more!

Register at: https://www.grassriver.org/classes-and-programs.html

Nature Story Time

Select Fridays over the summer, 10:30 am (1.5hr), $5 per child

Enjoy a short children's story and an activity or a hike on the beautiful trails at Grass River. Best for young children ages 4 and up, but all ages are welcome. $5 per child. Larger groups please call ahead for a private program.

Summer Bird Walk

Saturday, June 17, 2023 - 8 am (2hrs), $5 per person

The birds that call Grass River home are now nesting and singing. Learn to ID birds by song and habitat on a guided bird walk. Register at: https://www.grassriver.org/classes-and-programs.html

Summer Camp Week 1 - Jun 26 – 29, 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

Join The Friends of the Elk Rapids District Library for

An Evening with Wade Rouse (writing as Viola Shipman)

Thursday, June 22 at 6:30 p.m. at Elk Rapids Harbor Pavilion.

$15 per person, includes one glass of wine.

This event is sponsored by Word Love Goods

Link to buy tickets: www.tinyurl.com/winewadeandwomen

300 Isle of Pines

Elk Rapids, MI

(231) 264-9979

www.elkrapidslibrary.org

Have you seen the NEW website?

Check it out!

Click to Read the June Newsletter

Events at the ERDL!

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

See their website calendar for schedules.

Summer is here, and our entire staff is thrilled to welcome you to the library for our exciting Summer Reading events. Pay a visit to the library today and grab your Summer Reading Challenge along with a calendar of events. You can stay updated by checking our website calendar, ensuring that you don't miss out on any of the fun!

CHRISTMAS IN JULY

Friday, June 30, and Saturday, July 1, 2023 

The Elk Rapids Rotary Club and friends will be ringing bells from 10 am-6 pm to provide food, rent, utilities, senior services, and much more for struggling local families.

Please give to The Salvation Army of Petoskey at the Village Market in Elk Rapids or donate online HERE.

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

https://www.facebook.com/erschools

www.erschools.com

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 pm 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.

Check out a Stem Kit from the Elk Rapids District Library!

Make a Difference.....and have an adventure!

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1 Day ONLY! 10 am - 5 pm

$5 FILL-A-BAG SALE

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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