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
April 13, Bingo @Short's Pull Barn 6 pm
April 13, Bingo @Blue Pelican Inn & Restaurant
April 13-16, The Promise @New Hope Community Church
April 14-17, Myrtle & Maudes~Easter on the Farm
April 16, Myrtle & Maudes Pancake breakfast & pics with the Easter Bunny
April 16, "Hopping Down the Bunny Trail," Scavenger Hunt
in Elk Rapids ~ See the Easter Bunny 12-2 pm
April 18, Antrim County Veterans ~ Coffee Talks 9 am
April 18, Grass River Trivia Night @Short's Pull Barn 7 pm
April 19-21, Pure Michigan Conference at GT Resort
April 21, 100 Women Who Care Meeting @ER Short's 5 pm
April 21, DIG Event BOS Wine with Mari Vineyards 6:30 pm
April 22, ESLA, It's a Shore-Fishing Thing Meeting 5 pm
April 22-24, Green ER Earth Day & Transformations
April 23, Women's Ecumenical Retreat @ 1st Presbyterian
April 23, Green ER Exhibition Reception @ Dennos Museum
April 23, Sip, Craft & Plant @ BOS Wine 6 pm
April 23-24, HBA Home Expo @Grand Traverse Resort
April 26, Garden Club Meeting, The Value of Wetlands
April 27, Bingo @Short's Pull Barn 6 pm
April 30, Pine Hill Nursery Spring Expo 10 am -3 pm
April 30, Arts & Craft Show at ER High School 10-4 pm
April 30, Milton Township Clean-up Day
April 30, TADL MakerFest 10 am - 3 pm
May 3, Acme Connector Groundbreaking 4 pm
May 12, MiCareer Quest @ GT Civic Center
May 12-14, Rotary District Conference
May 14, ER Super Recycling Day
May 19-22, Myrtle & Maude's Blossoms Weekend Event
May 20, Cherryland Middle School Color Run 5 pm
May 24, Garden Club Meeting, Annual Monarch Migration
May 26, Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting for TRUE BLUE Gallery 5 -7 pm in Alden
May 27, ESLA, It's a Shore-Weather Thing Meeting 5 pm
May 28, Arts & Craft Fair Downtown Elk Rapids 10-4 pm
May 28, Village of ER Spring Clean-up Day
May 30, Memorial Day Parade Downtown Alden 1 pm
June 1, Coffee with Village Council, 6–7:30 pm
June-August, Discovery Camp at Raven Hill Discovery Center
June 4-11 Art Beat with ER Art Galleries
June 10-12, Wooden Boat Show
June 11, Free Fishing Weekend ~ Kids Day at Kids Pond
June 11, Household Hazardous Waste Collection 8-12 in ER
June 11, Strawberry Social and Auction, WUMC 3:30
April 15-Sept 25, Green ER Exhibit @ Dennos Museum
Traverse City Horse Shows June 8-September 18
ER Farmer's Market every Friday, June 10- Oct. 7, 8-Noon
Wednesday Evenings on River Street June 29-Aug.10, 6-9pm
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To sign up or if you have questions, please call the Chamber (231) 264-8202 or
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Public Meetings about OUR CommUNITY
Monday, April 11, Elk Rapids Township 9:00 a.m.
Monday, April 11, ER School Board Meeting 6:00 p.m.
Monday, April 11, Harbor Commission Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Monday, April 11, Milton Township Board Mtg 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, April 13, ER DDA Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 14, ER Library Board Meeting 5:00 p.m.
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE:
PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2022-02 – ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
The Village of Elk Rapids Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing at their regular meeting on Tuesday, April 26th, 2022, at the Governmental Center, 315 Bridge Street, at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the Public Hearing is to consider and receive citizen input on, the proposed zoning code ordinance 2022-02: Amendment to 202 Definitions and 431 Accessory Dwelling Units.
The proposed ordinance can be found on the Village’s website, elkrapids.org or copies can be picked up during normal business hours at the Government Center.
Citizens are invited to attend this hearing to speak either pro or con on this matter. Written comments can be directed to the Village of Elk Rapids, 315 Bridge Street, P.O. Box 398, Elk Rapids, MI 49629.
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Michigan Arts & Culture Council GRANTS
From our historic monuments and museums to traditional practices and contemporary arts, the council is dedicated to ensuring that every citizen and community in Michigan enjoys the civic, economic, and educational benefits of arts and culture.
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For upcoming workshops, click:
Wednesday, April 13, 2022, 12:00pm EDT
Learn how customers find your business online and how to promote your business using Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Smart Campaigns in Google Ads. Read more
Thursday, April 14, 2022, 1:00pm EDT
The hour will be dedicated to answering your money management questions and offering advice that you can implement today. Read more
Monday, April 18, 2022, 1:00pm EDT
In this free live webinar, we will help you master the art of persuasion and learn how to pitch your product or business to potential investors. Read more
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202 E. Grandview Pkwy. Traverse City
(231) 947-5075
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FROM THE DESK OF DAVE LORENZ
Spring is just around the corner and that means that we'll soon gather for the 2022 Pure Michigan Governor's Conference on Tourism, being held this year at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa in Traverse City, April 19-21.
This year's conference will feature speakers who will help us understand how to navigate the continued changes in our industry that are sure to be ahead.
- Clayton Reid from Pure Michigan's marketing agency, MMGY Global, will share how the travel industry will need to adapt to a post-COVID environment.
- Pauline Frommer, co-president of Frommer Media and publishers of the popular Frommer's guidebooks and website, will speak to key trends that are shaping travel today.
- Zoe Moore, an inclusive hospitality consultant, will return to our stage to further our dialogue about diversity in the travel industry workforce. We are also pleased to be welcoming MEDC CEO Quentin Messer, Jr. to this year's conference as we continue to align our efforts to support and grow the state's tourism industry with MEDC's mission of creating economic opportunity for all Michiganders.
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Northern Michigan’s economic development is driven by small and medium-sized businesses. This series will feature small business and economic development providers that offer services to Antrim County. The Antrim County Economic Development Commission will hold biyearly community presentations to assist community leaders and business owners navigate area business resources.
The event presented by the Antrim County Economic Development Corporation will be available via Zoom Webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84476197368 and live at the Antrim County Board of Commissioners Room in Bellaire, MI
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Join in the local economic and community development discussion with regional & state leaders. Tickets are on sale now for the NLEA Economic Symposium.
The Economic Symposium will be held at Boyne Mountain Resort, Boyne Falls on Friday, May 13. Tickets on Sale Now!
The inaugural Northern Lakes Economic Symposium & Annual Showcase is a forum for local and state government officials, community and business leaders, area entrepreneurs, chamber members, educational leaders, and everyone involved in the economic vitality of our region for sharing knowledge of the economic drivers of the region, networking, and celebration.
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Attracting and Retaining Generation Z (Zoomers) - What You Need to Know
Wed., April 13 - 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Free for Members / $49 for Non-Members
Those born in the mid-to-late 1990s - known as Gen Z, Zoomers or iGen - are now trickling into the workforce. With more boomers retiring and exiting the workforce, a notable demographic shift is underway. Is your business or organization ready? How do employers best meet the changing needs of different generations in the workplace? What are these youngest employees looking for?
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Voluntary Benefits are a Growing and Essential Component of Employee Benefit Packages
44% of millennials would consider a job change to secure better benefits, according to a new survey from Buck, an integrated HR, pensions, and benefits consulting technology, and administration services firm. Faced with increased competition for talent, 72% of employers plan to add additional voluntary benefits.
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Stay connected with Northwest Michigan Works! at a Career Connection meeting where you can learn about job opportunities and improve job search skills while networking with other job seekers and professionals. Check the Northwest Michigan Works! calendar to see when you can join a Career Connection meeting this week in Benzonia, Manistee, Petoskey, or Traverse City. There are also opportunities to participate online.
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Together with the Downtown Elk Rapids Association, we are sending out a separate listing of job opportunities in the area every Wednesday. If you would like to be included, please post any job openings on the chamber website, (see below) or send an email to: laura@elkrapidschamber.org
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Jobs can be posted to the chamber website.
Once jobs are created they are submitted to us for approval
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Myrtle and Maude's April Market! |
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10937 Elk Lake Rd*Williamsburg
(231) 313-1051
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Open Thursday thru Sunday with a pancake breakfast on Saturday along with pictures with the Easter bunny! The market is stocked full of new spring decor, freshly painted furniture, unique vintage finds, Michigan products, kid's toys, and much more!
The playground will be open with lots of room for the kids to run! Hours are:
- Thursday & Friday 10 am - 5 pm
- Saturday 10 am - 5 pm Pancake breakfast & Easter bunny pictures!
- Sunday 12 pm - 4 pm
Breakfast cost: Adults $5, kids $3(12yrs and under), kids 2yrs and under free!
Easter bunny pictures are free!
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Short's Pull Barn *
211 Industrial Park
Elk Rapids * 231-498-2300 x3
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Local's Night @ BOS Wine, Every Wednesday 5-8 pm
Wednesday through Saturday 12-8 pm, Sunday 12-6 pm, Walk-ins are welcome! 🍷
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TREE & SEEDLING SALE
ORDERING TIME IS HERE!
ACD Shopping Cart
PICK UP ORDERS ON APRIL 22nd 9 am - 4 pm
and APRIL 23RD 9 pm -12 pm
at 4820 Stover Road, Bellaire, MI 49615
For orders of 100 or more of the same species, please call Melissa Z at 231-533-8363 ext 4, by 3-31-22 to place your order.
If you'd like to volunteer to help pack up tree and seedling orders from April 19-21, please click here to sign up! You can come for part of a day, all of a day, or any increment you wish. If you have questions, call us at 231-533-8363.
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Saturday, April 23, 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday, April 24, 11 am - 3 pm
Expo is at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa!
Northern Michigan's largest home show featuring over 120 exhibitors!
Get your tickets now for the 2022 HBA Home Expo online or at the HBA office, 3040 Sunset Lane, Traverse City. SAVE by purchasing tickets before April 23rd!
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Think of Elk Rapids'
"HIDDEN GEM --- HERTH"
Historic Elk Rapids Township Hall
for your special event!
Located at 401 River St., Elk Rapids
Call (231) 486-0224 for information
or to make a reservation.
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Did you know you can rent Menswear right here in Elk Rapids?!
Prom Special!
$160 for Suit/Tux Rental
You can start designing your look here:
Then visit Tinker Tailor for measuring and ordering! Now booking appointments for Bridal alterations and Suit rentals!
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Drop-off/Pick-up services for Dry Cleaning and Laundering by Master Dry Cleaners of Traverse City. Formal wear dry cleaning is also available! Let us do the driving!
Master Drycleaners drop-off/pick-up at:
Tinker Tailor
504 Bridge St. * Elk Rapids
(231) 409-7498
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The Elk Rapids Indigenous Youth & Friends are raising money for their trip to Yellowstone! |
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Elk Rapids District Library |
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Many of us are suffering from moderate to high stress, with 44 percent reporting that their stress levels have increased over the last several years. Concerns about the Pandemic, health, money, work, the economy, and now the war with increased unrest in the world, who wouldn’t be stressed?!
How we deal with stress is vital to our overall wellness and happiness, let us help.
We are offering a 4-class Therapeutic Yoga series with Janet Weaver, C-IAYT (certified International Association of Yoga Therapy) to show you specific techniques on how to deal with life stressors. Therapeutic Yoga is an evolving field that focuses on using evidence-based yogic practices in the treatment of specific health conditions.
4-Class Series
April 6, 20, 27, May 4, 2022 @ 10:30 a.m.
If you’re thinking yoga is not for you because you might hurt your back, knees, or shoulders, think again, it may just mean that yoga therapy is in your future!
Happy Spring! We are adding a few new classes in April.
April 2022
Tuesday evening 5:30 pm – Gentle Flow
Wednesday 9:00 am – Yin + Flow
Wednesday 10:30 am – Therapeutic Yoga 4 class Series
May 2022
Tuesday 10:30 am - Vinyasa
3rd Sunday of the Month 1:00 pm - Restorative
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Martial Arts Classes
Adult Classes now forming for Anyone 18 yrs. to 98 yrs.
Where: Harbor Fitness, 115 Ames St., Elk Rapids
What to expect: Classes are on average 2 hours long.
Classes are scheduled for Tuesday/Thursday from 1 pm - 3 pm
Come wearing comfortable clothing, (sweat pants and a t-shirt). Uniforms are available to order
This class is a practical self-defense program.
Plan on having fun!
Whether your plan is to compete, lose weight, meet new like-minded people or increase your day-to-day life, we will help you get there faster than you ever thought possible while having fun doing it! The benefits of Martial Arts classes are endless. From confidence and self-esteem to discipline and empowerment, whether you're enjoying our Adult Martial Arts classes or our kid's programs, you'll start seeing improvement in mind, body, and spirit in only a few short classes.
Cost: Classes are $40.00 a month for non-gym members and The First Month FREE for gym members. The first week is free to everyone with no obligation.
Please let the Instructor know if you are a Member at the time of Registration.
Classes will start April 5th
Hurry! These classes will fill up fast. Limited space is available! Please contact Rodney at erkungfuss@gmail.com if you are interested in attending the class
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Free Ideal Protein
Weight Loss Seminar
April 12, 2022 @ 5:30 p.m. in Elk Rapids
Come learn about the doctor supervised Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program proven to promote fat loss, naturally suppresses appetite, and provides nutrition education and support to maintain weight loss. Sample foods available on the program.
Admission is free, but please RSVP, call 231-264-0700.
Presented by Dr. Ann Kuenker
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Elk Rapids Skin & Laser Clinic * 516 Bridge Street * Elk Rapids
www.youridealyouweightloss.com
(Mon. April 11 in Traverse City ~ Thurs. March 14 in Petoskey)
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The DAM Shop @ Elk Rapids Marina ☕118 Bridge St. ☕Elk Rapids |
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Experience the Promise;
a dramatic musical reenactment of the life, death, and resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
“The Promise” production is put on at New Hope Community Church and has been in the Traverse City area for over 20 years. There is no admission fee!
New Hope Community Church * 5100 Bethesda Ct. * Williamsburg
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Women's Ecumenical Retreat
Saturday, April 23, 2022
8:30 am-3:30 pm (8:30-9:00 registration)
First Presbyterian Church *
404 Spruce St. * Elk Rapids
"Encourage, Equip, & Energize"
with Peg Arnold, Inspirational speaker, and author, from Windsor, Colorado,
Cost-$25, lunch is included
Peg is a nationally known speaker speaking in Florida, East Coast, Michigan, Colorado, and more. She uses drama, comedy, music, bringing stories to life. Revealing God's love and hope. https://pegarnold.org/
For more information, you can contact:
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The 2022 Elk Rapids Harbor Days Button Contest is now open. There is no age limit for participation or limit to how many designs one person can submit. The design must include the name of the event and the year. All designs must be done freehand and only original hard copy submission forms will be accepted. Submission forms can be found under "Forms & Applications" at elkrapidsharbordays.org and can be sent to ER Harbor Days Assoc. Attn: Button Contest, PO Box 801, Elk Rapids, MI 49629 or delivered to the ER Chamber of Commerce at 305 US 31 North, Elk Rapids no later than April 30th.
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Elk Rapids Classic & Wooden Boat Show
June 10 & 11, 2022
Download forms to participate -- Who's Ready !!
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INTERLOCHEN CENTER FOR THE ARTS (ICA) / ART RAPIDS
Community Opportunities – Winter/Spring 2022
Be the first to reserve up to 4 FREE tickets for each event listed! Click on the links for a more detailed description of the performance, continue to the link to reserve tickets using the DISCOUNT CODE- ARCCC at the last step of checkout for your complimentary tickets. Select any event you wish to attend thru Spring 22! This is a wonderful opportunity to experience Interlochen Center of the Arts student performances!!
Wednesday, April 13, 2022 (Guest Artist - Music)
Corson Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
Billy Childs, one of America's great jazz pianists and composers, collaborates with Eastman School of Music resident musicians the Ying Quartet and vocalist Laurin Talese in this multi-genre concert.
Thursday, April 14, 2022 (Music)
Corson Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 21, 2022 (Music)
Corson Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
Friday, April 22, 2022 (Music)
Corson Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
Friday, May 20, 2022 (Dance)
Corson Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 21, 2022 (Dance)
Corson Auditorium, 2:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 21, 2022 (Dance)
Corson Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
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"On Saturday, April 23 from 11:00 am-2:00 pm Green Elk Rapids will be celebrating Earth Day with a booth at the clock tower on River Street. Volunteers will be on hand to raise awareness of ways to "Invest In Our Planet". The Elk Rapids community has been invited to create "Trashformation" projects from environmentally friendly, recycled or recyclable materials and the projects will be on display in various businesses on River Street." |
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GREEN INTENTIONS: ONE COMMUNITY PROMOTING ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS
April 15, 2022 — September 25, 2022
This exhibit highlights activities by the Green Elk Rapids Committee since its inception in 2009. With a mission to raise awareness and appreciation for environmental issues and the natural environment, the volunteer group works to engage the community through a variety of educational experiences to make an impact at the local level and beyond. Their intentions are to encourage individuals and other communities to actively green their game.
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Exhibition Reception
Saturday, April 23 — 3:00 pm
Join us for an afternoon reception to celebrate Green Intentions: One Community Promoting Environmental Awareness exhibition.
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Paddle Antrim is now accepting applications for their 2022 Ripple Effect Mini-Grant Program. This bi-annual competitive grant program supports projects that protect the waterways and connect people to them. Potential projects must focus on stewardship, education, or increasing accessibility to the lakes and rivers.
Launched in 2015, this program has awarded over $25,800 to 17 projects that have made an impact on over 10 communities. The Ripple Effect Mini-Grant Program is funded from income earned through Paddle Antrim events such as the Paddle Antrim Festival and kayaking safety classes. To be considered for the grant program, projects must be focused on the Elk River Chain of Lakes watershed or adjacent watersheds which impact Antrim County. Eligible applicants include Michigan-based non-profit organizations or governmental entities.
To be considered, applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on May 1, 2022. To learn more and download the application visit:
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To download registration form you can also click 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:
Spring Bird Walk 🐦
Saturday, April 16, 2022—9:00 am (2 hrs), $5 per person, please pre-register
Join us for a spring bird walk to learn to ID birds by sight and sound and how to log observations online using the eBird webpage or app. Bring binoculars, or borrow some from the Grass River Center. Limited space. Please pre-register.
Nature Trivia Night ❓🤔
Monday, April 18 - 7:00 pm (2 hrs)
@Short's Pull Barn in Elk Rapids, 211 Industrial Park Dr. Elk Rapids
Join us for a Nature Trivia Night at the Short's Pull Barn in Elk Rapids to kick off Earth Week right! Get your team of 2-6 players together and get ready to stretch your brain with 5 rounds of clever, family-friendly trivia. Don't worry if you're not a nature expert; questions will draw from other areas of knowledge - like movies and music - as well. Great food will be available for purchase onsite from Alley Cat's Eats and Sweets food truck (along with yummy libations from Short's, of course). $5 per player, which supports our Earth Day of Giving campaign. Players will pay upon arriving at Short's.
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Rotary Club of Elk Rapids Scholarship Application 2022
Three $2,500 scholarships are available to current ERHS Seniors or recent graduates who attend Northwestern Michigan College.
Requirements:
1. Candidate must be a current senior at Elk Rapids Public Schools (either ERHS or Sunrise Academy) or have graduated within the past 3 yrs. and attending Northwestern Michigan College.
2. Candidate must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 at ERHS and or NMC.
3. Two written letters of recommendation must accompany the scholarship request application.
4. The completed application and recommendation letters need to be postmarked no later than April 30, 2022, and mailed to:
Rotary Club of Elk Rapids P.O. Box 814 Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Attn: Scholarship Committee Or e-mail Sherry Steffen, Scholarship Chairperson at stfke109@charter.net
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April 12-16, 2022
Time to put away those Winter season clothes! (Who am I kidding - we live in Michigan.) Time to add some Spring outfits to your closet. Stop into ACTS to pick up shorts and capris for $2.00 each. Treat yourself to a new bathing suit for only $1.50.
Accepting donations, see new times
Tuesday - Saturday 10 am- 2 pm
Please call ahead with any furniture or large donations.
Thank you for choosing to donate to ACTS!
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Acme Christian Thrift Store
and Food Pantry
8925 M 72 E. | Williamsburg, MI | (231) 938-2990
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Registration is open for Northern Michigan Startup Week!
Happening May 9-15 in Traverse City, Northern Michigan Startup Week offers an action-packed week celebrating entrepreneurship and innovation. Events are scheduled for each day of the week and include Techstars Startup Weekend, three-pitch competitions, and events featuring local space industry experts, investors, and the broad startup community. All events are open to the public and will offer opportunities for both students and adults to learn about tech entrepreneurship and the startup ecosystem, make new connections, and develop new business ideas.
Newton's Road is co-host of Space Night on May 9 with Atlas Space and NMC, and Student Pitch Night with NMC on May 13.
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Open to the public from noon to 4 pm on Saturdays and 2 pm to 4 pm on Sundays, plus any other time by appointment. You can email info@miravenhill.org or call (231) 536-3369 for reservations. The Smithsonian Labor Days: History of Work exhibit is on display during regular hours or by appointment.
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Visit Discover Elk Rapids Website:
CHECK IT OUT!
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FOLLOW THE ELK RAPIDS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE |
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