Elk Rapids Area
Chamber of Commerce
Monday Minute Newsletter
July 19, 2021
Chain of Lakes Area
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Acme * Alden * Atwood * Bellaire * Central Lake * Eastport * Ellsworth *
Elk Rapids * Kewadin * *Rapid City * Torch River * Williamsburg
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2021 Chain of Lakes Area Events
Where to go,
What to see, and
What to do in the Elk Rapids Area
July 20, ER History Museum, "The Page Fence Giants" at noon, Museum Open 1-2 pm
July 20-25,TC Horse Show Major League ShowJumping
July 7-August 15, Great Lakes Equestrian Festival
July 21, Evening on River Street, 6-9 pm, Music: Matt Mansfield
July 21, Butterflies, Bugs, & Beatitudes WUMC
July 22, On Tap & Off the Bone, Royal Farms 5-8 pm
July 23, ER Farmers Market 8:00 am-Noon
July 23, Elk-Skegemog Lake Assoc at the Dam
July 28, Evening on River Street, 6-9 pm, Music: Leanna Collins
July 28, History Museum, Fire in the White House,7pm
July 28 Butterflies, Bugs, & Beatitudes WUMC
July 29, Art Rapids! Concert in the Park, Levi Britton
July 29, On Tap & Off the Bone, Royal Farms 5-8 pm
August 1, Harbor Concert"1000 Watt Prophets"7-9 pm
August 3, ER History Museum, "Monroe County Monster" at noon, Museum open 1-2 pm
August 4, Evening on River Street, 6-9 pm, Music: Sweetwater Blues Band
August 4, Butterflies, Bugs, & Beatitudes WUMC
August 4-7, Harbor Days Festival
Grande Parade - Saturday, August 7 @ Noon
August 4-8, TC Horse Show Jumper Championship
August 5, Elk Rapids Harbor Days Community Paddle
with Paddle Antrim 6:30 pm
August 7, Harbor Concert "Delilah DeWylde" 7-9 pm
August 8, High Tea Luncheon for Breast Cancer
August 9-11, Vacation Bible School @ WUMC
August 11, Evening on River Street, 6-9 pm, Music: Nick Vasquez
August 11-15, TC Horse Show Youth Championship
August 13-14 Elk Rapids Historical Society Annual
Yard Sale, 9 am - 5 pm.
August 17, ER History Museum, "Gangster of the 20s & 30s up North-noon, Museum open 1-2 pm
August 18, Evening on River Street, 6-9 pm
August 18, Beatitudes, Bugs, & Beatitudes
August 21, Harbor Concert "Gasoline Gypsies" 7-9 pm
August 25, ER History Museum, "Great WWII Navy Birds of Lake Michigan 7 pm
August 25, Butterflies, Bugs, & Beatitudes WUMC
August 31, ER History Museum, "Documenting Racism: Jim Crow Museum - noon, Museum open 1-2 pm
September 1-12, Traverse City Fall Horse Show
September 4, Arts & Craft Show 10 am-4 pm
September 8-12, TC Horse Show Silver Oak Jumper Tournament
September 10-11, FOL Glamour, Glitter, and Glitz
September 15-19, TC Horse Show, American Gold Cup
September 16-18, Paddle Antrim Festival
October 2, Art Beat
October 2, Acme Fall Festival
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Arts and Craft Show, September 4
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Farmer's Market Registration Now Open
Friday's June 11 ~ October 8, 2021
8:00 a.m. until Noon
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Evening on River Street
Wednesdays 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Evening Music Entertainment
June 30 ~ Plumville Project
July 7 ~ Brotha James (Canceled due to weather)
July 14 ~ Dags Und Timmah!
July 21 ~ Matt Mansfield
July 28 ~ Leanna Collins
Aug 4 ~ Sweetwater Blues Band
Aug 11 ~ Nick Vasquez
Aug 18 ~ Brotha James (rescheduled from July 7)
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Public Meetings about OUR Community
Monday, July 19, Village Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, July 20, ER Housing Meeting 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 21, Beautification Meeting 9:00 a.m
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The Great Rubber Swan Race
Saturday, August 7, 2021 @ 4:30 p.m.
on the River on Cedar Street during Harbor Days Festival
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Swan Number Tickets are available at the Farmer's Market, Evening on River Street Event, and at the Chamber Mon-Fri, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $5.00 each. |
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There is still time to Apply for a COVID-19 EIDL!
COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loans
Shuttered Venue Operators Grant
SBA Debt Relief
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The SBA extended the application date for the Community Navigator Pilot Program from July 12, 2021, to July 23, 2021, and anticipates making award decisions by September 2021. Established by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, the community navigator approach will reach our nation's smallest businesses, with a priority focus on those owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, as well as women and veterans. The Biden-Harris Administration has made delivering equitable relief to hard-hit small businesses a top priority and will continue to take steps to ensure equitable distribution of relief.
The Community Navigator Program will have a significant impact in revitalizing small businesses through a Hub and Spoke "Navigator" featuring a lead "Hub" – at the center of a network of "Spoke" organizations that deploy trusted community advocates to work with small businesses during recovery. These networks leverage the business development expertise of the central hub organization and the community credibility of spoke organizations to better connect critical resources with small businesses, with the priority focus on those owned by women, veterans, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals........Learn more
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Let's Get to Work!
Thursday, July 22, 2021, 2:00 p.m.
The SBA and Public-Private Strategies Institute are hosting several webinars from July to August to help you get your business back on track. Join us for our next webinar on July 22, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. EDT to:
- Hear about what steps you can take now to learn and take advantage of new and existing programs that are available at the SBA
- Get an update regarding programs and recent policy announcements made by the Biden-Harris Administration
- Have your questions answered by SBA Leadership and small business experts
- Learn how you can become a vaccine leader in your community
- Discover tools and resources you can use to take your business digital
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Click to:
Resources to guide your business through COVID-19
The Michigan SBDC is here to help
We’ve gathered the most up-to-date resources to support your business during the pandemic and beyond.
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July 22, 2021, 1:00pm EDT
This value-packed workshop provides a roadmap to build a solid digital marketing foundation and strive toward those coveted seven figures of revenue. Read more
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Healthcare Employers Invited to Apprenticeship Information Session
NORTHWEST LOWER, MI— Healthcare employers from around northern Michigan can learn about apprenticeship programs at an information session Tuesday, August 3 online or in-person in Manistee. The information session will run from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm with multiple sites participating around the state. The event is being hosted by Northwest Michigan Works!, in collaboration with GST Michigan Works!, Capital Area Michigan Works!, and Michigan Works! West Central.
This unique session will focus on healthcare apprenticeships and will include information about what an apprenticeship is, the process of developing a program, potential funding, and using apprenticeships to fill workforce gaps. An expert employer and apprentice panel will share their registered apprenticeship experience and answer questions about the practicality of the program. Healthcare occupations being explored will include CNA, Medical Assistant, Surgical Tech, Administrative, and more!
For the most interactive experience employers are encouraged to meet in person at the West Shore Community College Manistee Downtown Education Center located at 400 River Street. The program will also be offered virtually to those who are unable to attend in person. Seating is limited and employers may register by emailing Evelyn.Szpliet@NetworksNorthwest.org. There is no charge to attend the information session.
Registered apprenticeships are offered through the U.S. Department of Labor and are a proven training method for employers to build a talent pipeline of highly-skilled, educated employees. Northwest Michigan Works! provides technical assistance and administrative support for registered apprenticeships, including development and implementation guidance.
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Stay connected with Northwest Michigan Works! online at a Virtual Career Connection meeting where you can learn about job opportunities and improve job search skills while networking with other job seekers and professionals.
There is no charge to attend Career Connection but space is limited. Check the Northwest Michigan Works! Workshop Calendar for registration information.
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Michigan Works Holding Recruitment Webinar For Employers
With the job market wide open in southwest Michigan and employers having trouble filling available positions, Michigan Works is planning a webinar for this month to help employers find better ways of attracting talent and retaining the staff they have. Kinexus Group Senior Director Dan Peat tells WSJM News the one-hour recruitment session will feature representatives of Michigan Works, HR firms, and the Manufacturing Growth Alliance.
“They’re going to share some of the best practices that they’ve seen or observed or helped companies with, and we’re also going to be sharing some other real-world examples of what’s going on in a little bit more of a Q&A at the end of the webinar,” Peat said.
Peat says there’s a “Great Resignation” coming among those who kept working during the worst of the pandemic.
“There’s going to be a lot of people who are saying, ‘OK, I rode out this storm and maybe I’ve reevaluated what I want to get out of my real job, and what I’m getting or what I think I’m going to get after COVID doesn’t really align anymore.”
Peat says companies are making adjustments in order to keep on board the staff that they do have while trying to fill vacancies.
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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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202 E. Grandview Pkwy. Traverse City
(231) 947-5075
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Traverse City Horse Shows
@ Flintfields Horse Park
6535 Bates Road
Williamsburg, MI 49690
All shows Live Streamed:
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Pine Hill Nursery * 886 US 31 North * Kewadin * (231) 599-2824
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Tuesdays in July
Pine Hill Kids Club
Tues. July 20, 27, 10 am
Drop by with your kiddos on Tuesdays in July and do a fun garden-related activity. There is no cost for this event. Please give us a call by noon the day before to let us know you are coming. 231-599-2824
Saturday, July 24, 10 am
Flower Arranging with Rusty
Join Rusty for a fun flower arranging class. Create 2 beautiful arrangements to take home. Bring your own small vase or mason jar. Please call ahead to register. There is a $5 fee for this workshop. 231-599-2824
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Twisted Fish Gallery
10443 S. Bayshore Drive
Elk Rapids (231) 264-0123
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Project Graduation 2022 ......
is continuing the can drive!
If you have cans to donate, please text Jennie at 248-760-7424 to arrange a pick-up...or drop them off at the Gregorski's home at 401 3rd Street (corner of Brand & 3rd) in Elk Rapids.
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Community
Walk ~ Run
Every Tuesday and Thursday
June 15 through August
Meet at 7:00 a.m. in front of ~ Torch Chiropractic
9060 N. Bayshore Drive * Elk Rapids 231-307-4200
Dr. Trevor will be offering advice for anyone who would like to walk or run better this summer. Walk or run will be for 45 minutes.
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Elk Rapids Yoga Flow
New Saturday Morning Yoga
- Gentle Vinyasa
Beginning July 17, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Every Saturday through September 4, 2021
Meet our newest teacher,
Alicia Stevenson. Alicia is a 500-hour trained RYT whose love of teaching and yoga fits right in with Elk Rapids Yoga Flow!
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Located at 212 River Street, 2nd Level | Elk Rapids |(231) 463-4556
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Body Wise | 504 Bridge St. | Elk Rapids
(231) 264-6688
Join us for outdoor yoga or Pilates class
.......SUP Yoga offerings are available and ready to book
......and we are introducing a new cooking group called
"Get Cookin' Healthy with J and J."
Come enjoy summer!
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NANCY TAYLOR'S TENTATIVE
SUMMER FITNESS CLASS SCHEDULE
STRONG MOVES CARDIO COMBO CLASS
STARTING JULY 6TH AND 8TH
TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS
9-10 AM
STRENGTH AND CORE/HIIT CLASS
STARTING WEEK OF JULY 11TH
MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, AND THURSDAYS
6-7 PM
DROP-IN $15
PUNCH CARD 1O CLASSES FOR $100
CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED, CASH PREFERRED
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DAY PASSES AND VISITOR CARDS ARE BACK AT HARBOR FITNESS
$10/day rate for drop-ins, or load multiple-day pass accesses onto a Visitor Card to spread workouts over a longer time period.
Great options for short-term summer guests, family, or weekend/holiday season residents.
All guests need to sign our waiver. Call Beth at least 2 days in advance of your arrival to make arrangements for access, payment, and paperwork. 231 498-2224
Harbor Fitness * 115 Ames St., Suite F * Elk Rapids, MI 49629
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Live-Stream Program
Tuesday, July 20th
12 Noon at the
Elk Rapids History Museum
301 Traverse Street
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The Page Fence Giants
with Mitch Lutzke, Williamston History Teacher
The crack of the bat and cheering crowds heralded the Page Fence Giants, an African-American baseball team of the 1890s. Based in Adrian, the Giants were sponsored by the Page Woven Wire Fence Company. Come sit in the stands to hear all about the early ball club that notched a 500-76 win-loss record.
Admission donation appreciated
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Fairy Garden Make & Take
Monday, July 19, 2021
6:00 p.m
CREATE YOUR VERY OWN MINIATURE GARDEN TO LURE IN FAIRIES, DRAGONS, AND GARDEN GNOMES.
Our Fairy Garden Classes include soil and 1 miniature plant to get you started. Our gardener will begin with a brief history of how miniature gardens began and move on to instructing the class on the key aspects of creating a fairy garden. Perfect for ages 8 to 88. Bring your own container or purchase one in our Gift Shop. Hurry- a limited number are available! Fairy homes, decor, and accessories are available for purchase in the Gift Shop.
Castle Farms * 5052 M-66 North * Charlevoix, MI * (231) 237-0884
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Summer Outdoor Concert Series 2021
You are invited to join us this year for our outdoor concert series. We will feature an eclectic combination of single vocalists, to whole bands of banjos or dulcimers. Please come prepared for the sun because our facilities cannot always offer shade for everyone. Also, bring your own chair. We have a rain option in our outdoor carport. If it rains, the concerts will go on.
If you have questions about cancelations, please call Jacque at 231-408-3383 or Jessica at 231-938-4673. Our residents who live on the west side of the building are able to watch the concerts from the comfort of their own decks. Come and join the summer fun at Samaritas
Summer Outdoor Concert Series 2021 Line Up
Brother Day Kelly & Matt Barber July 22 @ 3 pm
- Enjoy the songs of the big band era and more.
Fred Walker July 24 @ 2 pm (Block Party)
- Songs we can’t forget – music of the 30s, 40s, and 50s.
One Accord Bluegrass August 5 @ 3 pm
- Local band that specializes in traditional bluegrass gospel tunes.
Sunshine String Band August 19 @ 2 pm
- Bring a little sunshine your way with a variety of toe-tapping and uplifting music.
Hammer’d Dulcimers Sept. 2 @ 3 pm
- Local group using vintage acoustic instruments, like the hammerd dulcimer and the bowed psaltery, to perform lively Celtic and folk music.
Samaritas Senior Living * 4354 Mt. Hope Rd. * Williamsburg * 231-938-4673
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Summer Reading Program!
Elk Rapids District Library * 300 Isle of Pines
Elk Rapids * (231) 264-9979
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Glamour, Glitter, and Glitz
The Friends of the Elk Rapids District Library are sponsoring a sale of new and pre-owned jewelry, bags, and accessories on Friday, September 10, and Saturday, September 11 at HERTH Hall. Proceeds from the event will be used to support Library programs.
The Friends would greatly appreciate the community support for this fundraiser. Everyone can contribute to the success of the sale by contributing new or pre-owned jewelry. Jewelry can be brought to the library until August 1 in a sealed container anytime during regular library hours. Beginning on July 1, clean and lightly used designer handbags will be accepted at the library. Stay tuned for future announcements of this fun event. Mark your calendars now and plan to shop at Glamor, Glitter, and Glitz for new treasures! 💍💎
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Bonnie Twiss Music Instruction
- Piano Lessons
- Music Composition & Theory
- All Ages Welcome-
- In Elk Rapids,
- call (248) 648-9741 or (231) 498-2181
- Healthy Safety Protocols Observed
- Gift Certificates Available
- Piano Lessons are available year-round.
🎹 Time For Summer Fun With Music!! 🎹
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Acme Connector Campaign Live, Receives Boost, $75,000 in Matching Gifts
Acme Township Parks and Trails Committee, in partnership with TART Trails, has spearheaded trail planning and design. The trail will connect the current TART Trail terminus at Bunker Hill Road to the intersection of M-72 and US-31 in Acme. In addition, another section of the trail will run east toward the Acme Meijer store and Grand Traverse Town Center development. The 1.8 mile Acme Connector will provide critical non-motorized infrastructure for residents and visitors to safely access businesses, existing trails, and recreation opportunities.
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For Paddle Antrim Events:
https://www.paddleantrim.com/events/
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The Chain of Lakes Paddler’s Guide is now available!
The 30-page waterproof guidebook provides information to help paddlers plan a safe and worthwhile trip. Topics include safety, stewardship, maps, suggested routes based on experience level, lakeside community information, resources to find dining and overnight accommodations, and outfitters and liveries. This guide can be purchased locally or on our website.
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Paddle Antrim Community Paddle
St. Clair Lake-Six Mile Lake Natural Area
Thursday, July 22, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Grab your paddleboard, kayak, or paddle craft of choice for an amazing evening paddle through the St. Clair Lake – Six Mile Lake Natural Area. This hour-long slow paddle will begin at St. Clair Lake DNR Boat Access Site (9400 6 Mile Lake Rod) at 6:30 pm to check-in and we will launch promptly as a group at 6:45 pm.
The St. Clair Lake – Six Mile Lake Natural Area is a 255 acre preserve co-owned and co-managed by the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy and the Little Traverse Conservancy. Learn more here.
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6500 Alden Hwy ~ Bellaire
(231) 533-8576
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Check out all the upcoming events at Grass River:
Blooms and Birds: Wildflower Walk
Tuesdays, May – September 2021, 10:00 am-noon
Free, Pre-registration is not necessary
Naturalist on the Trail
Fridays, May 28 thru September 3, 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
Every Friday this summer a naturalist will be stationed outdoors on our trail system, offering a new mobile mini-program each week.
Antrim Creek Hike Early Settlers of Antrim Creek
Saturday, July 24, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
On Select Saturdays at 10 am this summer, join a Grass River naturalist at the Antrim Creek Natural Area South Entrance for an outdoor nature program and hike. Free to all ages!
Kayak Grass River
Monday, July 26, 9:00 am
$45 per person - includes tour, kayak, PFD, and paddle for each participant
There is no better way to experience Grass River than by paddling its calm waters and enjoying its unique wildlife! On these morning guided tours, visitors explore Grass River by kayak and find out about GRNA’s conservation efforts, wetland plants, and wildlife. Adults Only. Limited to small groups, must pre-register. Call GRNA to register: 231-350-9461, or email james@grassriver.org. This program meets at the Grass River Center and then walks to the dock to launch kayaks. Kayaks and paddles are provided and ready for you at the dock.
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BUTTONS ON SALE NOW! ONLY $3.00 GET YOURS TODAY! |
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Harbor Days August 4-7, 2021
Click to download forms:
The parade is on, sign up today!
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WILLIAMSBURG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Vacation Bible School (VBS)
Aug. 9-11, 9:45 to 1:00 p.m.
Open for children ages 4 years old thru 5th Grade.
Space is limited.
Williamsburg United Methodist Church ® 5750 Williamsburg Rd Williamsburg,
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You are invited to lunch at Kettlewells! Order off the menu on your own.
Join us under the awning for a discussion based on the book by John Stott:
“The Beatitudes, Developing Spiritual Character”
The book is not required for the Wednesday discussions.
However, if you would like to participate fully in the study, the book may be purchased on amazon.com for $9.59 or by contacting:
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We will be servin’ up homemade BBQ meals paired perfectly with our hard cider on tap! Food is first come, first serve! Plenty of seating outside for your whole family
Thursdays, July 22, & 29 ~ 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Royal Farms * 10445 N. U.S. 31 * Ellsworth, MI 49729 * (231) 599-3222
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Torch Lake Cafe'
4990 US 31 N. Central Lake, MI
(231) 599-1111
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Live Music Every
Friday & Saturday Night
152 River Street * Elk Rapids * (231) 264-9000
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Mark your calendar for the next, "It's a Shore Thing," July 23rd at 5:30 pm! Meet us at the Elk Rapids Hydro Dam for a dam tour hosted by Antrim Country Operator of Dams, Mark Stone. The tour provides insights into the dam. You’ll learn about its history, its operating obligation to keep Elk Lake’s water level within a half-foot depth range, its private owners — Elk Rapids Hydroelectric LLC; its long-term safety and viability. |
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Torch Lake Protection Alliance
2021 Annual Meeting and Taste of Torch
Tuesday, August 3, 2021, 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
A-Ga-Ming Golf Resort is the host for our 27th annual meeting and Taste of Torch event. After the annual meeting, we encourage members and their guests to stay to enjoy the Taste of Torch and help us celebrate 27 years of protecting this geological gem. Tickets for the food and beverage part of this event must be purchased by reservation. Click for ticket and meeting information
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Acme Christian Thrift Store * 8925 M-72 East * Williamsburg, MI 49690
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Come visit us at Evening on River Street
Wednesday, July 21, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
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To: Friends and Family everywhere
From: Cheri and Raven Hill
Date: July 17, 2021
Re: Weekly Update
(Left) Tala is having a hard time deciding which rocks she wants to use for her Inuksuk. (Right) This completed Inuksuk is all ready to go home and provide safety, hope, and friendship for its young creator.
There’s something special about rocks. Maybe it is the fact that they are from a time long past or that they will outlast us all. Maybe it is the stories they could tell. Perhaps the fascination with rocks has been ingrained in us from caveman times when a rock might be the difference between life & death—ground into pigments for paint or used to shape an arrowhead or to start a fire. I know I can’t walk down the road without picking up any little rock that catches my eye. This past week, campers studied geology. They polished fossils, made their own rock collections, created a rock plaque, and more. The campers also collected rocks and fashioned their own Inuksuk, technically Inunnguaq. Stone figures were used by the Inuit “in the capacity of a human” as hunting and directional aids in the Arctic. I created my own Inuksuk at home to keep me company during COVID. It is still on the patio, greeting me every morning when I get up and every evening when I get home from work! ..........Continue Reading
Raven Hill Discovery Center * 4737 Fuller Rd. * East Jordan 231-536-3369
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Levi Britton is an indie/folk/rock artist who hails from Traverse City, Michigan. Growing up around music sparked his drive to make it his profession. At age 20, Levi moved to Chicago, playing down in the subways, Potbelly restaurants, and any gig he could find. Eventually, Britton co-founded his band, Down The Line, which went on to release five albums and toured the country for ten years with artists such as The Gin Blossoms, Pat Benatar, Peter Frampton, America, Lighthouse, and others.
In 2011, Levi and Down The Line bandmate Dan Myers, formed Stolen Silver, releasing two albums – most recently in June 2014. Stolen Silver has toured with actor Gary Sinise and The Lieutenant Dan Band, playing stadiums and military bases in support of U.S. troops and their families.
In addition to playing with Stolen Silver, Levi launched a solo career at a whole new level in 2014. After years of fans clamoring for a solo project, Levi hit the studio to record all-new, original music. His first solo record, Inside, is a blend of folk, indie-rock, and soul with intricate, tasty vocals and masterful instrumentation.
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