Elk Rapids Area

Chamber of Commerce

"Monday Minute" Newsletter

September 26, 2022

Chain of Lakes Area

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

 Farmer's Market every Friday through October 7, 2022, from 8:00 am until Noon

Farmer's Market is sponsored by Raymond James Financial, Rockne L. Paige, CFP

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

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Sept 27, Community Cupboard Grocery Pickup Day 5:30 pm

Sept 27, ER Rotary Blood Drive at Amvets 1-6 pm

Sept 27, ER Garden Club Mtg, Connection of Food & Health

Sept 28, Art Workshops @Art & Connection 9 am - 12 pm

Sept 28, "Crafternoons" Open Studio @Art & Connection 1-4 pm

Sept 29-30, Art Beat @ 3 Galleries in Elk Rapids 10-5 pm

Sept 30, Community Cupboard Grocery Pickup Day 8:30 am

Sept 30, Elk Rapids HOMECOMING PARADE & GAME

Sept 30, Music House Museum Concert-American Songbook, 7 pm

Oct 1, Annual Board & Commission Reports 9 am @Harbor Pavillion

Oct 1, Art Beat @ 3 Galleries in Elk Rapids 10-5 pm

Oct 1, "Pink Sing" for Breast Cancer 6-10 pm

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Oct 5, Bingo at The Pull Barn, 6 pm

Oct 6, Art & Connection Idea Fest, 5-8 pm

Oct 7, Cairn House Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting, 5 pm

Oct 8, Alden Harvest Fest, 10 am - 3 pm

Oct 8, FREE Second Saturday at Raven Hill Discovery Center

Oct 8, Acrylics Workshop w/Charles Murphy @Twisted, Fish 10-5

Oct 8, Blessing of the Animals @St. Paul's Episcopal, 10 am

Oct 9, Michigan's Haunted Lighthouses Author at ER Library 2 pm

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Oct 13, Fall, Flannel, and Friends at Townline Ciderworks 5-7 pm

Oct 15, October Fest at The DAM Shop

Oct 15, Yuba Historic Color Tour & Craft Show, 10 am - 6 pm

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Oct 25, ER Garden Club Meeting, Table Designs for the Holidays

Oct 29, Community Tailgate Party in Elk Rapids, MSU vs U of M

Oct 31, Halloween Zombie Band Parade in Elk Rapids

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Nov 9, Bingo at Short's Pull Barn, 6 pm

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Nov 17-20, Myrtle & Maude's Christmas on the Farm

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Nov 26, Shop Small Saturday

Nov 26, Holiday Illumination & Open House in Alden

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December-ER Garden Club Hanging of the Greens

Dec 6, Intro to Fly Tying w/Eric Crissman at Library 5:30 pm

Dec 7, Bingo at Short's Pull Barn, 6 pm

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Dec 13, Intro to Fly Tying w/Eric Crissman at Library 5:30 pm

Dec 14, Biodynamic Winter Wine Masterclass BOS Wine, 6:30 pm

Dec 15, Ladies Night, Downtown Elk Rapids

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Dec 20, Intro to Fly Tying w/Eric Crissman at Library, 5:30 pm

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2023

Jan 14, Coffee with Village Council, 9 - 10:30 am

Feb 18, Chili Cook-Off in Elk Rapids

April 11, Coffee with Village Council, 6 – 7:30 pm

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To view all events, Visit our Website Calendar!

ER Farmer's Market every Friday, June 10- Oct. 7, 8-Noon

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Please email laura@elkrapidschamber.org with any updated event dates you may have!

4 under 40!

We have an exciting new initiative to roll out to all businesses and nonprofits in the Elk Rapids region!  We are introducing the inaugural 4 Under 40 program as a collaborative effort between DERA and the Chamber of Commerce.  We are looking for the nomination of individuals under 40 who are making their mark on the region (Village, Milton Township, Elk Rapids Township) through leadership, economic impact, and community service. 

Please nominate your rising star here: Nomination Form

Nominations are due by Friday, October 14th. Winners will be contacted before the announcement is made. 

Public Meetings about OUR CommUNITY

Tuesday, September 27, ER Planning Commission Meeting, 7:00 pm

Agenda and Zoom Instructions

• DISCUSSION ON PROPOSED ORDINANCES ON "INNS WITHIN THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT"
• DISCUSSION ON PROPOSED ORDINANCE HOTELS/MOTELS
• FIRST READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE ON MOBILE FOOD VENDORS

Monday, October 3, ER Village Council Meeting 7:00 pm

Thursday, October 6, Parks & Recreation Meeting 6:30 pm

ANNUAL BOARD & COMMISSION REPORTS

Saturday, October 1, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. at the Harbor Pavilion

129 Cedar Street, Elk Rapids, MI 49629. 

ALL ARE WELCOME

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

View the full list of webinars

www.sbdcmichigan.org

MichiganBusiness.org

$15M in grants available for developers looking to help Michigan’s housing shortage

Why it’s important: “The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated areas of concern in our state’s existing housing stock,” says Chad Benson, rental development director at MSHDA. “With the launch of the Missing Middle Housing Program, we can collectively address these issues and rebuild Michigan’s housing availability through strategic investments that will grant a large demographic of residents access to quality, safe, attainable housing.” Continue Reading>>

2022 trends in remote employment

CONNECTED NATION MICHIGAN | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

The Fort Campbell Digital Works team has a rare view into the world of remote employment because of the career readiness support that is included in the program. During training, each learner gains or refreshes their skills, including customer service, verbal and written communication, basic technical competencies, and the unique experience of searching for, applying, interviewing, and getting started with remote employment. We’ve identified several notable shifts in the remote employment landscape as we have supported training graduates seeking work-from-home jobs since the start of the year. Continue Reading >>

SkyBridge Michigan, the world’s longest timber-towered suspension bridge, to open Oct. 15

BOYNE FALLS, MI - We’ve seen the huge timber towers being raised. We’ve tracked the progress as galvanized steel cables were stretched from peak to peak atop the ski hills. It’s nearly time for SkyBridge Michigan to welcome its first visitors at Boyne Mountain Resort. Continue Reading 

For recorded webinars and upcoming workshops: 

https://traversecity.score.org/content/take-workshop-139

Learn Basics of Google Ads in Time for the Holiday Season

Free Virtual Workshop

Tuesday, September 27 at 9:00 a.m.

Get tech-savvy in time to reach holiday shoppers

Learn how to reach more customers and grow your business with Google Ads.

You will learn:

• How to create an account and set up an ad campaign.
• How to write ads that are more likely to help you achieve success.
• How to understand the difference between Google Smart Campaigns and Ads expert mode.

Led by Pamela Starr, a professional trainer for Grow with Google, this is a session perfect for people new to Google Ads. 

Register Here



2022 Year-End Tax Planning for Your Business

Thursday, September 29, 2022, 1:00pm EDT

Learn what actions you can take to favorably impact your 2022 tax bill and what federal changes you should be aware of so you know what tax breaks apply to you. 

Read more  Register Now

While business travel may not be ‘back to normal’ the importance of business travel remains. Many business travelers find undeniable value in meeting with their colleagues and customers face-to-face and in-person. The fact of the matter is that a return to business travel is beneficial for business as a whole. 

Is your business seeking to reconnect with your partners, customers, and co-workers? Come to this third and final Economic Strategy Session of the year, hosted by Traverse Connect, to learn why business travel is good for your business and how you can explore global business opportunities from our doorstep at Cherry Capital Airport. >>Read More

Networks Northwest

PO Box 506

Traverse City, MI 49685

(231) 929-5000

danboss@networksnorthwest.org

www.networksnorthwest.org

New Career Series Offers Help for Anyone

Beginning or Changing a Career

TRAVERSE CITY, MI— Anyone who is looking to begin or change a career but doesn't know where to start can find help through a new Career Series presented by Northwest Michigan Works! and Northwestern Michigan College Extended Education. The Career Series will include one class per week on Tuesday evenings from September 13 through October 11. All classes will run from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Northwest Michigan Works!, 1209 S. Garfield Ave in Traverse City. The classes are free and participants can sign up for any or all of them.

The first class, on September 13, will be Find Your Skills & Strengths. It will provide online and written tools for self-assessment and discovery. Participants will also explore occupations and education that leads to different careers.

The dates and topics for the other classes will be:

        September 20, Career Exploration, Design Your Life, and Informational Interviewing

         September 27, How to Search for Jobs

         October 4, Resume & Cover Letter Assistance 

         October 11, Meet & Greet Northwest Michigan Works! staff and NMC educational staff.

Register online for any or all of the classes at nmc.edu/ees (type Career in the search box) or call 231.995.1700.

A NEW WORKFORCE SOLUTION FOR

ALL MICHIGAN BUSINESSES

EMERGESKILLED

Now hiring? We’ve heard you. We know that Michigan businesses of every size, location and industry are facing immense talent shortages and challenges. This new tool – known as EmergeSkilled – can help you find and keep employees. It’s a proven technology platform that can help you connect with talent while building a long-term workforce pipeline for the future. Read on to learn more. 

Join the Michigan Chamber and The Civility Project for a special DEI event on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, as we discuss how the power of perspective can build civility in the workplace. Learn strategies for how people of opposing viewpoints can have healthy disagreements, personal interactions, and constructive conversations. Register: https://bit.ly/3RoNoRl

Checklist for Successful Onboarding

An organization's onboarding process is one of the most significant factors in determining not only the effectiveness of new employees in their role but also their overall engagement and satisfaction with the company.

The orientation process should begin with planning ahead for the new employee's arrival. The following checklist will help you create a seamless and successful employee onboarding. >>Read more

There's nothing like Michigan in autumn — when nearly 10 million acres of public woods are ablaze with fiery reds, oranges and gold. Each leaf invites you to slow down for a dazzling fall color tour along highways and coastlines.

We invite you to embrace the robust colors of the season as you sample fresh and locally-grown seasonal treats at apple orchards and cider mills throughout the state. Breathtaking colors make the perfect backdrop for fall horseback riding, fishing and golf.

In the coming week, you'll find various expressions and displays of color at In the coming week, at ArtPrize 2022 in Grand Rapids, the North American International Auto Show In Detroit, the Hops and Lock Festival in Sault Sainte Marie and the Harbor Haus Oktoberfest in Copper Harbor.

 You're just one click away from this week's fall color report.

So much fun at the Fall Fest! Congratulations to Harbor Wear for the winning scarecrow! A close second was Gertie from Maple Bay! Great job to all!

Michigan Lake Products🍁 11456 S. US 31 🍁Elk Rapids, MI

Garden Club Meeting 🥕September 27, 2022

The Connection of Food to Health

Devin Moore is the Education and Outreach Coordinator of Oryana Community Co-op. With degrees in Community Health, nutrition, and yoga instruction, she provides nutrition and environmental-based education with the goal of helping others to be healthier nutritionally, physically, and mentally. Devin will also discuss ways to become a more confident label reader and how to eat healthy on a budget.

LOCATION: Elk Rapids Harbor Pavilion, 12:30 social, 1:00 Meeting

https://www.elkrapidsgardenclub.com/events/#meetings

~ ART BEAT ~

THREE DAYS FOR A CREATIVE FALL TOUR

Thursday, September 29 - Friday, September 30 

Saturday, October 1, 2022

Long-standing art tour, ART BEAT celebrates fall with Blue Heron, Mullaly’s 128, and Twisted Fish galleries of Elk Rapids. Mullaly’s 128 Studio & Gallery downtown, Blue Heron Gallery on the east side, and Twisted Fish Gallery, just south of town welcome you to tour “with a twist” as you visit each gallery from Thursday, September 29^th through Saturday, October 1^st, 2022. 

With combined expertise in fine art sales for over 65 years, these three award-winning art galleries offer guests an outstanding selection of works to see- from paintings & sculptures to glass & wood works, from jewelry & ceramics to more… you & your friends are assured the opportunity to explore the finest art from this region & beyond. >>Read More

Artist, Charles Murphy has prepared an

Acrylics Painting/One-Day Workshop

Saturday, October 8, 2022, 10 am to 5 pm

• $150/student   6 student max
• Lunch & refreshments included
• Students bring their own supplies
• See our Events Calendar for further details & supply list
• Call the gallery to register #231 264 0123

Twisted Fish Gallery

10443 S. Bayshore Drive

Elk Rapids, MI 49629 

Music House Museum

7377 US 31 N.

Williamsburg, MI  

(231) 938-9300

The Music House Museum is proud to welcome Steve Stargardt, Bill Sears, and Jack Dryden in concert Friday, September 30 at 7:00 pm, playing Cole Porter, Duke Ellington, and other selections from The American Songbook.

Pianist Steve Stargardt has a wide range of musical experiences in his career. Steve has worked with most of the local jazz musicians in many different settings. He has arranged and directed the band for the TC Rotary show and the Elk Rapids Rotary Show and Old Town Playhouse Gala Fundraisers. Bill Sears was the Director of Jazz Studies and Instructor of Saxophone at the Interlochen Arts Academy from 1987-2021 and the Interlochen Arts Camp from 2010-20. An active jazz saxophonist throughout Michigan and the Midwest, Sears has performed, toured, and recorded with many leading musicians including Ray Charles and Dizzy Gillespie. Jack Dryden is a very in-demand bass player all over the state. He graduated from Berklee School of Music in Jazz Performance. Jack is very versatile in all styles of music. He plays with the Traverse City Symphony Jazz   Orchestra and has played for years at the Chateau Chantal with Jeff Hass. Click HERE for tickets

Gospel Concert at First Presbyterian Church

Gospel music representing the slaves' field songs and heartbreak passing on valuable life lessons. Continuing into the 19th century and culminating with currently written gospel songs by today's gifted composers. Join the choir for a different kind of concert  

Steve Stargardt-piano and Willie Dahl-Trumpet. Cheryl Knight, Music Director

First Presbyterian Church * 404 Spruce St. * Elk Rapids * (231) 264-8167

Connect with Friends at First Pres, Check out these upcoming opportunities HERE

Supporters and patrons of Art Rapids can secure up to four (4) free tickets to each of the following concerts in this special series. Follow the links below to learn more and reserve your tickets.

Enter discount code ARCCC during checkout. 

INTERLOCHEN FALL 2022 COMMUNITY CONNECTION CONCERTS

Friday, Sept. 30 at 7:30 p.m.

(Corson Auditorium)

Interlochen Arts Academy Dance Fall Showcase

Saturday, Oct. 1 at 7:30 p.m.

(Corson Auditorium)

Interlochen Arts Academy Dance Fall Showcase

Thursday, Oct. 13 at 7:30 p.m.

(Corson Auditorium)

Interlochen Arts Academy Percussion Ensemble presents "Paddle to the Sea"

Friday, Oct. 14 at 7:30 p.m.

(Corson Auditorium)

Interlochen Arts Academy Brass Ensemble

Thursday, Oct. 19 at 7:30 p.m.

(Corson Auditorium)

Interlochen Arts Academy Popular Music Ensemble presents "Arena Rock!"

Friday, Oct. 21 at 7:30 p.m.

(Corson Auditorium)

Interlochen Arts Academy Jazz Orchestra w/special guest Joanna Pascale

Friday, Oct. 28 at 7:30 p.m.

(Corson Auditorium)

Interlochen Arts Academy Orchestra with guest conductor Jung-Ho Pak

Thursday, Nov. 17 at 7:30 p.m.

(Corson Auditorium)

Interlochen Arts Academy Orchestra and Wind Symphony present "Reflections"

Royal Farms

Celebrate the beginning of Fall 🍁

🌽 Corn Maze is open!

🍎 Apples and Caramel Apples

🍩Donuts & Cider

🌻Mums

10445 N. US Highway 31

Ellsworth, MI 49729

(231) 599-3222

🍁Fall Hours 

Farm Market: Sunday - Thursday 9-6 Friday & Saturday 9-7

Tasting Room:Sunday - Thursday 11-6 Friday & Saturday 11-7

WORD Love Goods is in their new Space!

Just down the street ..... 103 River Street

(next to the Post Office)

 🍁🍂

Stay tuned for their Grand Re-Opening in October!

All u-pick is at our M-88 Market. This week we have Honeycrisp and McIntosh apples available at our M-88 Market for u-pick as well as raspberries. Apple varieties change as we move through the season. Find up-to-date u-pick information here.  We expect Honeycrisp u-pick through the month of September. U-pick apples should last into the second week of October.

Raspberry Sale Mondays-Thursdays: Buy 4 pints of raspberries and get 1 pint free.

Updated Market Hours

Monday - Thursday 9 am - 5 pm,  Friday 9am - 6pm,

Saturday 9am - 5pm, Sunday 9am - 4pm

U-Pick Hours

Monday - Saturday 9am - 3pm,   Sunday 9am - 2pm

Grass River Natural Area 

6500 Alden Hwy ~ Bellaire

(231) 533-8576

check online for other great events: www.grassriver.org

FALL STEWARDSHIP DAY

Saturday,  October 1 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Summer is ushering in autumn, which means cooler weather and some good ol' fall season work! Come on out and join the many stewardship activities as we prepared the buildings, trails, and grounds for winter. No experience is necessary; just a pair of work gloves and an open spirit. Pre-registration is encouraged - email Brian at stewardship@grassriver.org.

Elk Rapids Community Cupboard

Check out their new website

https://www.elkrapidscommunitycupboard.com/

The Community Cupboard located at First Presbyterian Church supports families and individuals in need within the

Elk Rapids School District area.

Follow the Elk Rapids School Facebook Page 

So much going on--hard to keep up!

STAY TUNED FOR AN UPDATE ON THE HOMECOMING

PARADE THIS FRIDAY

🏉IT'S HOMECOMING WEEK 🏉

Elk Rapids School News!

DISTRICT WEBSITE  (District calendar has all athletic and school events listed)

Want to help support the Elk Rapids Cheerleaders?

Tell everyone you know that they will be having an ongoing bottle drive so save your bottles and cans or your bottle slips. You can drop them off Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays starting July 18 at the Elk Rapids track between 5:30 pm-8:00 pm. If you can’t get to the track let us know we will pick them up! Call or text Jackie at 989-916-5273 or Kristie at 231-944-4145.



The Elk Rapids Schools Bond Construction Website

Bond Construction Website Link

Continue to check ER Schools Facebook Page for Construction Progress

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Thrift Store Hours

Tuesday - Friday 10 - 5 pm

Saturday 10 - 3 pm

Thrift Store 231-938-2990

ACTS * 8925 M-72 E. * WILLIAMSBURG

If you weren't able to visit Raven Hill during FREE Second Saturday in September, put it on your calendar for October 8. They would love to have you come and see the Center at its best!

September Newsletter

300 Isle of Pines * Elk Rapids

(231) 264-9979

October 9, 2022 ~ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

 The Elk Rapids District Library

“What is it about lighthouses that attract ghostly spirits? Maybe it’s simply a passion that will not go away. Lighthouse keepers were known to be extremely dedicated to their profession and it seems that many were never able to give it up — even after death. More than 30 lights in Michigan are rumored to be haunted. From the smell of cigar smoke at Seul Choix Point Light to the mysterious housekeeping at White River Light Station and the antics at Waugoshance Shoal, these stories will entertain all ages.” This popular program is coming from the pages of “Michigan’s Haunted Lighthouses”

— a book by Dianna Stampfler, published in spring 2019 by The History Press.

This free event will be held at the library.

For more information please call 231-264-9979.

that's all folks!